~ Welcome ~
August 23, 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
Sondra Russell
Sharon Barrows in the loss of her husband, Gary
Judy Anton
The family of Dennis Westgard
Lee Schroeder
Jason Kor
Roger Nelson
David and Linda Wosje
Howard Grinager
Stephanie Scheurenbrand
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for all the staff and students preparing for a new school year.
ALTAR FLOWERS
The altar flowers are given in memory of Dennis Westgard.
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
Haiti Project
AUGUST “ONE THING”
Our August "One Thing" collection is new puzzles for Our Home, Inc.
TRAILER NEEDED
Love Feast is looking to borrow an enclosed trailer to move supplies to the Masonic Temple during the kitchen remodel. If you have one that we can borrow, please contact Cindy Bierman at 605-999-9680.
YOUTH GROUP PARENT & STUDENT WELCOME NIGHT
September 9th * 6:30 PM * Youth Room
Parents and students- plan to join us as we kick off a new year of youth group!
We’ll enjoy a meal together, share the vision and exciting plans for the year, and go over important expectations, schedules, and information for students and parents. Parent attendance is important as we begin the year together! We want to make sure everyone is on the same page and ready for a great year.
SUNDAY SCHOOL KICKOFF
Come one, come all and step right up to the Sunday School Kickoff Carnival on our first day of Sunday School, September 13th. It will be held during Sunday School hour. There will be games and prizes, a cake walk, a photo booth, doughnuts, popcorn and juice. There will also be a special prize for all children that attend, so please plan to be with us as we kick off a great upcoming year. Backpack Blessing will happen this day too during worship, so remember to bring your backpacks!
SERVICE OF HOPE AND HEALING
You are invited to a service of Hope and Healing Sunday, September 20th at 2pm in our Worship Center. This is a special service for ANYONE affected by the loss of a loved one to suicide. All are welcome. Come as you are. There is no right way to grieve.
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM REMODEL PROJECT
In September, work will begin on the Kitchen/Dining Room Remodel and Update project. This has been a project long in coming. When completed, the Church Trustees are confident the kitchen and dining room will better serve the needs of our church and the various groups that utilize our kitchen and dining room. The work to be done includes new cabinets, floor, ceiling, lighting, walls freshly painted and textured, and some new appliances. The total project is anticipated to be around $120,000. The Trustees have some funds on hand and are seeking donations to complete the project. If you’d like to donate, you can talk to Dawn Williams, a Trustee, Pastor Keith, or simply bring your gift to the church and make sure it is marked Kitchen Project. Thank you for your interest and help. We look forward to the completed project.
SUNDAY SCHOOL AND YOUTH GROUP REGISTRATION
If you haven’t already, please take 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 on our website under the family ministries tab or you can stop by the office for a copy. Sunday School is scheduled to kick off on Sunday, September 13th. Youth Group is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, September 16th.
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.
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.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Aug. 27-30, Corn Palace Festival
Mon., Sept. 7, Labor Day/Office Closed
Wed., Sept.9, Youth Group Parent & Student Mtg. 6:30pm
Thurs., Sept. 10, Love Feast
Sun., Sept 13, Confirmation Parent Mtg. (9am Dining Rm)
Sun., Sept.13, Sunday School Kick Off/Backpack Blessing
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
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
11:30 AM Life Quest (Dining Room)
4:30 PM TOPS
6:30 PM Church Council
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
11:30 AM Life Quest (Dining Room)
7:00 PM Natalie’s Bible Study (Rm.103)
THURSDAY
11:30 AM Life Quest (Dining Room)
1:00 PM United Women in Faith Planning (Rm.103)
5:30 PM Love Feast
FRIDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Nancy Nelson & Song Leaders
Scripture Reader- Tammy Fuerst
PRELUDE:
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Come, as you are. Come with your questions, your weariness,
and your hopes.
P: We come, because Jesus meets us where we are.
L: The risen Christ met His disciples beside the lake, in an ordinary
moment, and made His presence known.
P: Jesus, meet us here today.
L: Come, let us worship the One who seeks us, welcomes us, and
reminds us that we are never alone.
ALL: We come to meet Jesus- and to be met by Him. Amen.
OPENING SONG: Be Thou My Vision 451 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: John 21:1-14
MESSAGE: Lessons From the Lake: Breakfast with Jesus
SONG: Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing 400 UMH
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: The Summons 2130 TFWS
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: