~ Welcome ~
April 12, 2026
Noisy Buckets
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
Bev Rowley
Eldora Hasz
Priscilla Stevenson
The McMillan family with the loss of Ed
The Carson family with the loss of Rose
Stephanie Scheurenbrand
Brenda Patzlaff, Geri & Gale’s Daughter-In-Law
Wayne Henglefelt, Deb Wilson’s brother
Jason Kor
David Lambert
The Neugebauer and Moe families with the loss of LaVerna
Jayne Barnard
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray that the love and new life in Jesus spreads to more and more people in our community, our nation, and our world.
BAPTISM CELEBRATION
The baptism of Lucy Jo, daughter of Erin and Kirby Fuerst is today. The rose on the altar is in honor of her baptism. We welcome Lucy into our Church Family!
FLOWERS
The flowers are from the funerals of Rose Carson and Bruce “Ed” McMillan.
LIVESTREAM
Is given in memory of Lyle Swenson’s 91st Birthday on April 13th, by Irene and family.
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 Personnel.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
You are welcome to join the World Religions Bible Study by Adam Hamilton. This is a 6-week study that will give us insight into how Christianity and other world religions compare. Looking forward to some good conversation and sharing. Let Natalie know if you have any
CAMP SUNDAY
Join us on 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. We hope you’ll join us!
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.
DOWNTOWN MOM’S GROUP: PRAYER BIBLE STUDY
Life is full, and finding time for prayer can be hard. You’re invited to join us Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM in the Youth Room as we explore the prayers of Jesus together. This is a low-pressure, come-as-you-are group for moms looking for connection, encouragement, and a moment to breathe. Whether you’re new or have been coming for a while, you are welcome here.
NOISY BUCKET SUNDAY
Today is Noisy Bucket Sunday! All donations will go to the Mitchell Grade School Lunch Program (Angel Account).
SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION
When registering for camp, don’t forget to use our 50% off church code-156161CA. There are camp pamphlets available by Pastor Amber’s office door, or you can go online https://www.dakotasumc.org/camping/camps-and-events. Please let Pastor Amber know if you have any questions.
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!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sun., April 19, Camp Sunday
Thurs., April 23, Love Feast
Sun., April 26, 5th Grade Bridging
Thurs., April 30, Love Feast
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
MONDAY
7:00 PM Trustees
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
11:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
4:30 PM TOPS
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)
7:00 PM SPR
THURSDAY
1:00 PM United Women in Faith (Rm.103)
7:00 PM United Women in Faith II (Chapel)
FRIDAY
9:00 AM PALS
SATURDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Ephesians 1:17-18
“The God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation as you come to know him, so that, with the eyes of your heart enlightened, you may perceive what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance among the saints.”
Music-Praise Team
Scripture-Jace McManus
GATHERING SONGS: Blessed Be Your Name
My Feet Are on the Rock
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: We gather on the road…walking with questions, carrying our hopes
and disappointments.
P: We come seeking the presence of the risen Christ.
L: When we do not recognize Him, when our eyes are clouded and
Our hearts are heavy…
P: Christ walks beside us still.
L: In the breaking of the bread, in the sharing of the Word, in the quiet
Stirring of our hearts-
P: Jesus is made known to us.
L: Our hearts burn within us as He speaks, opening the Scriptures
And revealing God’s promise.
P: We turn again toward hope, toward life, toward resurrection.
L: Come, let us worship the risen Christ, who meets us on the road
And calls us by name.
P: Let us worship God with open hearts and renewed faith.
OPENING SONG: He Lives Vs 1,3 310 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Down in My Heart
BAPTISM:
Song - Borning Cry Vs. 1 2051 TFWS
Baptismal Covenant II page 39-43 #1,3,4,8,11,16 UMH
Song- Borning Cry Vs. 7 2051 TFWS
TIME OF PRAYER: Just a Closer Walk with Thee Vs 1 2158 TFWS
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.
SCRIPTURE: Luke 24:13-35
MESSAGE: Remember Me
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: God is Good All the Time
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Easter People Vs 1,3 304 UMH
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: I Saw the Light