~ Welcome ~
July 19, 2026
Fellowship
9:00 am
Worship
10:00 am
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
Lee Schroeder
Jason Kor
Elaine Winter
Roger Nelson
Mike Letcher, Sheila Letcher’s son
David Wosje
Howard Grinager
Bev Rowley
Stephanie Scheurenbrand
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for families and those involved with recent crashes and tragedies
in our area.
KONNECT WITH KEITH & THE UMC
Today is the day! If you are interested in learning more about our church and becoming a member, Pastor Keith will lead a membership class today Sunday, July 19th following worship service at 11:30am. Lunch will be provided and will conclude by 1:30pm.
LIVESTREAM
Is given anonymously.
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
Mitchell Food Pantry
JULY “ONE THING”
Our July “One Thing” is Crayola Markers, fine line classic colors, for Love Feast backpack giveaway.
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 AND YOUTH GROUP REGISTRATION
It is that time of year…time to register for Sunday School and Youth Group. Each year we ask parents to register their child/children so that we have current information on file. Registration is now available online or you can stop by the office for a copy. If you have any questions, please let us know.
GARDEN SURPLUS
If you have excess garden produce, you are welcome to bring it to the church. There is a produce table in the Gathering Area. If you need/want any veggies, please leave a donation in the basket. All money collected is used for a Missions Team project.
THE HANDS AND FEET OF JESUS AT WORK & PLAY
Have you seen the Photo Wall outside Pastor Amber's office? Be sure to stop and check it out! If you have photos you'd like to share, send them to Tonya or Pastor Amber, and we'll add them to the wall. It's a fun way to celebrate the ministries, events, and gatherings that make up our church family. Take a look to see familiar faces, see some new ones, and catch a glimpse of all that's happening in the life of our church family!
SUNDAY SCHOOL & YOUTH MINISTRY VOLUNTEER TRAINING & SUPPER
As we prepare for another year of Children and Youth Ministry, mark your calendar for this important event! All Sunday School and Youth Ministry volunteers are asked to attend our mandatory Volunteer Training & Supper on August 12 at 5:30 in the chapel. We'll share a meal, review Safer Sanctuaries®, discuss ministry plans, and prepare for the year ahead. If you are unable to attend, please contact Pastor Amber.
NATALIE’S WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
Fierce Women’s Bible Study is the next 6-week study beginning Wednesday, July 29 thru September 2 at 7pm. Study Workbooks have arrived and are in the office, the cost is $15ea. This is not just for women, all are welcome to join in. The word fierce is trendy. It is used to describe women who are extreme athletes, high-level executives, or supermodels. Women at the top of their game. But what about the rest of us? Can we be fierce? Absolutely! In fact, women like us have been changing the world for thousands of years—many who received little fanfare yet lived fiercely anyway. In this six-week study we will look at lesser-known female characters in the Bible and the ways they changed the world by living into God’s calling. Please contact Natalie if you have any questions.
SUMMER BOOK STUDY
Bishop Lanette will be leading a summer book discussion via zoom. The discussion will take place on the fourth Saturday of July, August, and September from 9:00 –10:30 am. The book that will be discussed is entitled, “Building Beloved Community” written by the Council of Bishops of the United Methodist Church. In these days, in which it often seems that our sense of community is fractured by divisiveness, this book is intended to help us think about and find ways to build beloved community in our community and in our church. You must register to receive the Zoom link for the study. Register at this link https://dkmnumcreg.brtapp.com/SummerBookStudy2026 The book can be ordered through Cokesbury.com, or wherever you usually order books.
LITTLE FREE FOOD PANTRY
Our church Little Free 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), mac & cheese cups & breakfast items. Donations can be brought to the church office.
VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Psalm 100:4-5
Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise. Give thanks to him, bless his name. For the LORD is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sat., Aug.1, Youth Mental Health Training
Fri., Aug. 7, Love Feast Backpack Give Away 4-7
Fri., Aug 7, The Grove Youth Group Over Night
Sat., Aug 8, Love Feast Backpack Give Away 8:30-11:30
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Fellowship in Gathering Area
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Rm.S-1)
10:00 AM Worship Service
11:30 AM Konnect with Keith & The UMC (Rm 103)
MONDAY
6:30 PM Finance
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
11:00 AM Life Quest (Dining Room)
4:30 PM TOPS
5:30 PM Heart & Sole
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
11:30 AM Life Quest (Dining Room)
THURSDAY
11:30 AM Life Quest (Dining Room)
5:30 PM Love Feast
FRIDAY
5:00 PM Rogich/Letcher Wedding Rehearsal
SATURDAY
4:00 PM Rogich/Letcher Wedding
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Christy Wilson & Song Leaders
Scripture Reader- Jane Dahme
HYMN SING: Amazing Grace 378 UMH
How Great Thou Art 77 UMH
There’s Something About That Name 171 UMH
Only Trust Him 337 UMH
PRELUDE: This Is My Father’s World
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Throughout these weeks, Jesus has been inviting us to walk in
his Way.
P: We have listened to his teaching and sought to follow were
he leads.
L: Today we hear his final invitation: Build your life upon my words.
P: We choose Christ as our foundation and our hope.
L: The world offers many paths, but only one leads to lasting life.
P: Christ is our Way, our Truth, and our Life.
L: Whatever storms may come, God’s love is steadfast and sure.
P: We come to worship the Lord, to renew our commitment to
follow Jesus, and to build our lives upon the Rock.
YES… This is the Way!
OPENING SONG: The Church’s One Foundation (Vs.1,2,4) 545 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
YOUNG DISCIPLES TIME:
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
SCRIPTURE: Matthew 7:24-29
MESSAGE: The Way that Lasts
SONG: Trust and Obey (Vs.1,2,4) 467 UMH
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Savior, Like A Shepherd Lead Me
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: My Hope Is Built (Vs.1,2,4) 368 UMH
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: Shall We Gather at the River