~ Welcome ~
June 7, 2026
9:00 am ~ Fellowship
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
Rich Stedman with the loss of his sister, Georganne Sorenson
Sondra Russell
Emil Laurendeau
Howard Grinager
Chris Jones
Isaac Kulm
The Hess family with the loss of Jackie
Bev Rowley
Stephanie Scheurenbrand
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for all those being ordained and commissioned today
at Annual Conference.
COMMUNION ~ JUNE 14
Due to Pastor Keith attending Annual Conference, we will not celebrate Communion on June 7. Communion will instead be observed on June 14. Thank you for your understanding.
LIVESTREAM
Is given by Irene Swenson 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
Abbott House
JUNE “ONE THING”
Our June “One Thing” collection is boxed breakfast cereal for children and youth attending the free summer meal program at Mitchell Middle School and Longfellow Elementary School. Donations may be brought to the church throughout the month as we help support local families and children in our community.
YEEHAW!! WILD WEST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Registration is open for VBS happening June 12-14. This exciting adventure is for kids ages 4 thru 5th grade and will include games, music, faith-filled activities, and more.
We’ll kick things off Friday evening 5:30pm- 8pm, June 12, with pizza for all participants. On Saturday 9am-2pm, June 13, kids should pack a lunch, snacks and drinks will be provided throughout the day. We’ll wrap up the weekend on Sunday, June 14, as we celebrate together during worship, with the SDSU Ice Cream truck (free scoop for everyone) and fellowship following worship.
LOVE FEAST BACKPACK AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Registration for backpacks and school supplies is now available. Go to Love Feast of Mitchell Facebook page for the registration link and for more information. In person sign ups are available at Love Feast Meals and the Salvation Army. The deadline to apply for a shoe voucher is July 31st.
SUNDAY SCHOOL COORDINATOR
We are seeking a part-time, Sunday School Coordinator that will help children and families grow in their faith. This role works with pastors, staff, and volunteers to create a welcoming and engaging Sunday School environment. This is a paid position with flexible hours, 10-15 hours a week.
We are looking for someone who loves working with children and families, builds relationships well, is organized, and enjoys working as part of a team.
For more information and/or a job application, please contact Pastor Keith Nelson, Pastor Amber Laffey or Tonya Stahl at Downtown Mitchell First UMC.
THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS ~ BRINGING GENEROSITY TO LIFE
Downtown Mitchell First United Methodist Church is now enrolled in Thrivent Choice. So, what does this mean? 1. Our church will appear in the Thrivent Choice online catalog. 2. Thrivent members can make an online personal donation through the Thrivent Choice catalog. Thrivent Choice reflects the heart of Thrivent- empowering clients with memberships to live generously and make an impact on the organizations and causes they care about most.
2026 HEART AND SOLE LUMINARIES
If you would like to purchase a luminary in honor or in memory of someone, we have them available to purchase. The cost is $5 each. After June 18, luminaries may be purchased at Hitchcock Park for $10 each. Fill the form out and attach your money with a paperclip. Tonya will take care of the rest. There are forms available at one of the high-top tables in the Gathering Area. If you have any questions-please let us know.
LITTLE FOOD PANTRY
Our church Little Food Pantry continues to be a resource for individuals and families in our community. We stock it every day. We are currently accepting donations of non-perishable food items such as tuna, pasta (Knorr), rice (Knorr), & breakfast items. Donations can be brought to the church office. Thank you for your kindness and support in this project and in serving others.
VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Colossians 3:12-14
As God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. Bear with one another and, if anyone has a complaint against another, forgive each other; just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive. Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Fri., June 19, Heart & Sole Cancer Walk (Hitchcock Park)
Sun., June 21, Father’s Day
Wed., June 25, Love Feast
Sat., July 4, Independence Day
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Rm.S-1)
10:00 AM Worship Service
MONDAY
7:00 PM Trustees
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
11:00 AM Life Quest (Rm.103)
4:30 PM TOPS
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
10:00 AM Family Ministry
11:00 AM Life Quest (Rm.103)
THURSDAY
5:30 PM Love Feast
FRIDAY
VBS at Camp Arroya 5:30-8PM
SATURDAY
VBS at Camp Arroya 9AM-2PM
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Christy Wilson, Carolyn Knight & Song Leaders
GATHERING SONGS: What a Mighty God We Serve 2021 TFWS
My Life Is in You, Lord 2032 TFWS
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Come, people of God, and gather in this place.
P: We come seeking God’s presence among us.
L: The world often rushes past moments of wonder and grace.
P: But God opens our eyes to see gifts hidden in ordinary days.
L: Every act of kindness, every word of encouragement, every
gesture of love can reveal God’s kingdom.
P: By God’s Spirit, we are called to bright light, hope, and joy
wherever we go.
L: Come and worship the One who fills creation with beauty
and possibility.
P: We come to praise God, to be renewed by grace, and to be
sent into the world to share that grace with others.
L: Let us worship God!
P: Amen.
OPENING SONG: Morning Has Broken 145 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
YOUNG DISCIPLES TIME: Rise and Shine
TIME OF PRAYER: Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying
2193 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
MESSAGE: MAKE MAGIC ~ DR. PAUL MISKIMINS
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERINGS:
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Standing on the Promises (Vs.1&2) 374 UMH
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: Standing on the Promises (Vs.3&4) 374 UMH