~ Welcome ~
April 19, 2026
Camp Sunday
Native American Ministries Sunday
9:00~ Fellowship
9:00 ~ Sunday School
Worship ~ 10:00AM
Downtown Mitchell
First United Methodist Church
“Sharing the love of Jesus from the heart of Downtown”
310 N Rowley
Mitchell SD 57301
www.downtownfirstumc.com
wifi password: L&ve1234
“We exist to be the hands and feet of Jesus, showing love and grace to all we encounter, by living out God’s Kingdom together.”
IN OUR PRAYERS
The Freier family with the loss of Jo’s sister, Janice Batuyong
Barb Lapka
Bev Rowley
Priscilla Stevenson
The Carson family with the loss of Rose
Stephanie Scheurenbrand
Brenda Patzlaff, Geri & Gale’s Daughter-In-Law
Jason Kor
David Lambert
Jayne Barnard
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for the camp directors and staff for the
upcoming camping season!
CAMP SUNDAY
Join us on Sunday, April 19th at 10:00 AM for a special worship service led by our youth as we celebrate the joy and impact of camp. Following worship, stay for lunch and camp-themed activities as part of our April Family Fun Event. When registering for camp, don’t forget to use our 50% discount code:156161CA.
LIVESTREAM
Is given by JoAnn and David Doering.
OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:
~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am
~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am
~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for
Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch
~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at
10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.
MISSION OF THE MONTH
Heart and Sole
For over 27 years Heart & Sole has been raising money for cancer patients in and around the Mitchell area. Their annual walk will be held on Friday, June 19th at Hitchcock Park.
APRIL “ONE THING”
Our April “One Thing” will be bottled water for our Mitchell Public Service Person
THIS IS THE WAY
Be sure to join us for worship on April 26. Pastor Keith will be starting the next Sermon Series, “This Is the Way!” In this sermon series we’ll be taking a closer look at The Sermon on the Mount found in Matthew 5-7. If it is truly our desire to be the hands and feet of Jesus and live out God’s Kingdom together, The Sermon on the Mount will help us understand how to do just that.
NATIVE AMERICAN SUNDAY
On this Sunday, April 19th, many United Methodist congregations will celebrate Native American Ministries Sunday. Native American Ministries Sunday is one of six churchwide Special Sundays designated to support ministries and causes important to the entire United Methodist Church. On this day, we come together to honor and support Indigenous peoples and communities. It’s a day to recognize the rich gifts, cultures, and contributions of Native Americans to both society and the Church. Special Sundays give us a chance to focus our prayers and support on important ministries all year long—uniting our gifts to multiply our impact. Your generosity strengthens Native leadership and sustains ministry across the connection. There are special envelopes located at the entrances to the Worship Center.
INTERNET AND WI-FI WORK
We recently had work done on our internet and Wi-Fi system. If you experience any connection issues, please try reconnecting and re-entering the Wi-Fi Password: L&ve1234. Thank you for your patience!
5TH GRADE BRIDGING
Join us on Sunday, April 26th for our 5th graders to complete their faith step of transitioning from Grade School into Middle School.
CONFIRMATION SUNDAY
Join us on May 3 as we celebrate our confirmands and the faith they are claiming as their own. This is a meaningful moment in the life of our church as we affirm and support them on their journey.
If your child is participating, please watch for more information about an upcoming rehearsal. We invite the whole congregation to come and celebrate this special day!
CELEBRATING OUR SENIORS
Join us on May 17 as we honor and celebrate our graduating seniors! This is a special time to recognize who they are, all they have accomplished, and the ways they have been a meaningful part of our church family. We give thanks for each of them and send them forward with our love, prayers, and encouragement as they step into this next chapter. All are invited to celebrate with us!
YEEHAW!! VBS IS COMING!
Get ready for a rootin’-tootin’ good time at our Wild West Vacation Bible School! Join us June 12-13 at Camp Arroya on Lake Mitchell for a fun-filled adventure of faith, games, music, and more. Open to kids aged 4 through 5th grade. Then come back on June 14 as we celebrate together during worship, followed by a food truck and more fun for everyone! Mark your calendars and invite your friend!
CHURCH FAMILY PUZZLE PROJECT
In the gathering area, you will find puzzle pieces available for each person to sign. We ask that you write your name or initials on a piece. Each piece is a part of a larger picture- a beautiful image of our church. In a few weeks, the puzzle will be assembled, framed, and displayed on the wall as a lasting reminder of our shared community. Just like each puzzle piece is essential to complete the picture, every one of us plays an important and unique role in the life of our church. We hope that you will take a moment to participate and be part of this meaningful display!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thurs., April 23, Love Feast
Sun., April 26, 5th Grade Bridging
Sat., May 2, Confirmation Practice for confirmands & parents 10AM
Sun., May 3, Confirmation Sunday
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Rm.S-1)
9:00 AM Sunday School
9:00 AM Downtown Mom’s Group (Youth Room)
10:00 AM Worship Service
11:00 AM Camp Lunch and Camp Activities
MONDAY
6:30 PM Finance
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
11:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
4:30 PM TOPS
5:30 PM Heart & Sole
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
11:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
6:30 PM Youth Group
7:00 PM Natalie’s Bible Study (Rm.103)
THURSDAY
11:00 AM Life Quest (Dining Room)
5:30 PM Love Feast
FRIDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music-Christy Wilson & Youth
Scripture- Jace McManus
GATHERING SONG: 10,000 Reasons
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Come and listen for God’s voice.
P: We come, open and expectant.
L: Come with your thirst for rest, wonder, and renewal.
P: We come to be filled.
L: The mountains, rivers, and trees praise God.
P: We join the song of creation. Come, Let us worship God together.
OPENING SONG: I Will Call upon the Lord 2002 TFWS
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: This Little Light of Mine
CAMP VIDEO:
TIME OF PRAYER: Sanctuary 2164 TFWS
Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen
SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 55
MESSAGE: The Impact of Camp
CAMP STORIES:
SONG: Days of Elijah- video
RECEIVING OUR GIFTS:
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Build Your Kingdom Here- video
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: Lord, I Lift Your Name on High 2088 TFWS