~ Welcome ~
July 12, 2026
Noisy Buckets
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
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 our President, our SD Congressional leaders, and all our nation’s leaders in Washington, that they would have wisdom and discernment in leading our nation.
NOISY BUCKET SUNDAY
Today is Noisy Bucket Sunday! All donations will go to the Mitchell Grade School Lunch Program (Angel Account).
BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS
Cindy Edwards from our Health Ministry team will be doing blood pressure checks this Sunday following worship service. There is a table located by the front offices. Make sure to stop by.
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.
KONNECT WITH KEITH & THE UMC
If you are interested in learning more about our church and becoming a member, Pastor Keith will lead a membership class on Sunday, July 19th at 11:30am. If you plan on attending, please call the church office so we can plan lunch accordingly 605-996-7721.
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 will be available starting on Monday, July 13th. Registration is 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.
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 are ordered. 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. Thank you for your kindness and support in this project and in serving others.
VERSE FOR REFLECTION: 1 John 4:1 (CEB)
Dear friends, don’t believe every spirit. Test the spirits to see if they are from God because many false prophets have gone into the world.
UPCOMING EVENTS
July 16-19, Corn Palace Stampede Rodeo
Sun., July 19, Konnect w/ Keith (11:30 AM)
Thurs., July 23, Love Feast
July 25 & 26, Arts In the Park (Hitchcock Park)
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
MONDAY
7:00 PM Trustees
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
11:00 AM Life Quest (Dining Room)
1:00 PM PEO (Chapel)
4:30 PM TOPS
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
11:30 AM Life Quest (Dining Room)
THURSDAY
11:30 AM Life Quest (Dining Room)
FRIDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
12PM-5PM Bridal Shower (Dining Room/Kitchen)
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Nancy Nelson & Song Leaders
Scripture Reader- Lane Wilson
HYMN SING: Lord, I Want to Be a Christian 402 UMH
My Jesus, I Love Thee 172 UMH
I’ve Got Peace Like a River 2145 TFWS
Shout to the Lord 2074 TFWS
PRELUDE:
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: There are many voices calling for our attention.
P: But today we come to listen for the voice of Christ.
L: There are many paths that promise life.
P: We choose to seek the Way that leads to God’s Kingdom.
L: God searches our hearts and knows our intentions.
P: Shape us into disciples whose lives bear good fruit.
L: Come, let us worship the One who is the Way, the Truth,
and the Life.
P: We come to follow Jesus-not only with our words, but with
our whole lives.
ALL: This is the Way of Christ!
OPENING SONG: There’s Within My Heart a Melody
(Vs.1,3,4) 380 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
YOUNG DISCIPLES TIME:
TIME OF PRAYER:
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: Matthew 7:13-23 (CEB)
MESSAGE: The Way of Discernment
SONG: Be Thou My Vision 451 UMH
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Just a Closer Walk with Thee 2158 TFWS
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: