~ Welcome ~
April 26, 2026
9:00 am~ Fellowship
9:00 am ~ Sunday School
10:00 am ~ Worship
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 all of our 5th grade youth who are transitioning from
Elementary School to Middle School.
5TH GRADE BRIDGING
Join us Sunday, April 26th for our 5th graders to complete their faith step of transitioning from Grade School into Middle School.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
The last day of Sunday School will be Sunday, May 3rd. Remember to put VBS on your calendars for June 12-13 at Camp Arroya! Invite your friends!
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” is bottled water for our Mitchell Public Service Personnel.
MAY “ONE THING”
Our May “One Thing” will be a cash offering that will support the 2026 Miracle Offering at the Dakotas Annual Conference. There are 2 projects that the money will be used to support.1) The endowment for theological education to help United Methodist in Africa, the Philippians, and Europe prepare for ministry. 2) Provide education and training for laity in the Dakotas Conference equipping disciples for leadership.
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.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
Join us for our Wednesday night Bible study on April 29 at 7:00pm. That week’s topic will be on Judaism. We are pleased to welcome our guest speaker, Dr. Joel Allen, who brings extensive knowledge and insight into Judaism. He will help up explore the similarities and differences between Christianity and Judaism. All are welcome to attend.
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!
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. Confirmands, please be at the church by 8:45am for pictures on May 3rd.
We invite the whole congregation to come and celebrate this special day!
Confirmation Practice will be on Saturday May 2nd at 10AM for parents and confirmands.
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! Please submit your photos and information sheet to Tonya by Friday, May 1st. You can email info to tonya@downtownfirstumc.com or drop off at the church office.
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!
VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Psalm 1:1-2
Happy are those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or take the path that sinners tread, or sit in the seat of scoffers; but their delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law they meditate day and night.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sun., May 3, Confirmation Sunday
Sun., May 10, Mother’s Day
Thurs., May 14, Love Feast
Sun., May 17, Graduation Recognition
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 / 5th Grade Bridging
MONDAY
5:00 PM Love Feast Task Force
TUESDAY
9:00 AM Staff
11:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
4:30 PM TOPS
6:30 PM Church Council
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)
FRIDAY
9:00 AM PALS
SATURDAY
10:00 AM Confirmation Practice
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Nancy Nelson & Song Leaders
Scripture Reader- Sharon Broghammer
HYMN SING: O Worship the King 73 UMH
He Leadeth Me: O Blessed Thought 128 UMH
Only Trust Him 337 UMH
More Like You 2167 TFWS
PRELUDE:
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: On a hillside long ago, Jesus showed us the way-
P: A way of blessing that the world does not understand.
L: Blessed are the humble, the grieving, the merciful,
the peacemakers-
P: This is the way of Christ.
L: A way of righteousness, even in the face of struggle-
P: This is the way of Christ.
L: A way that leads not to power, but to life-
P: This is the way of Christ.
L: A way that turns the world upside down.
P: This is the way of Christ.
ALL: We come today to worship and grow, as we strive to
follow the way.
OPENING SONG: O Master Let Me Walk with Thee 430 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT:
BRIDGING CEREMONY:
TIME OF PRAYER:
Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer~ The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who is in heaven, honored be your name. Your kingdom Come; your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us, not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For yours, God, is the Kingdom, and the power, and the glory, now and forever. Amen
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION:
SCRIPTURE: Matthew 4:25-5:6
MESSAGE: This is the Way: The Inner Way
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Jesu, Jesu 432 UMH
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: