~ Welcome ~
August 30, 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
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“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
Lee Schroeder
Jason Kor
Roger Nelson
Howard Grinager
Stephanie Scheurenbrand
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for all the business owners and staff in our community.
DOWNTOWN MOM’S SMALL GROUP
Hey, Momma- you’re invited! Downtown Mom’s is a new small group created for moms who want a little time to breathe, connect, sip some coffee, and grow in faith together. We’ll meet Sundays at 9AM during the Sunday School hour, beginning Sept. 20, for honest conversation, friendship, coffee, and a biblical topic to help us navigate the beautiful, messy, exhausting, and joyful season of motherhood. Come as you are- the coffee’s hot, the welcome is warm, and there’s a place for you here!
LIVESTREAM
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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.
SEPTMEBER “ONE THING”
Our September “One Thing” will be sports drinks for our Youth Group. Examples; Powerade, Gatorade and Body Armor, any flavors.
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.
8th GRADE CONFIRMATION STUDENTS & PARENTS
Reminder for students and parents: A confirmation meeting will take place in the dining room at 9am on September 13th. This meeting is for the youth and at least one parent. Please reach out to Jennifer Jacques if you have any questions.
CARNIVAL NEEDS
We need baked goods for the Sunday School Kickoff Cake Walk. If you would like to contribute, Kathy will have a sign-up sheet in the gathering area today following worship.
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 backpack.
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.
LOVE FEAST
Beginning in September when we start the kitchen/dining room remodel, Love Feast will be serving and hosting at The Masonic Hall, 112 E. 5th Ave, Mitchell. If you have any questions, please reach out to any of the Love Feast Task Force Members.
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.
DAKYOUTH 2026
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to join us for DAKYOUTH, October 9-11 in Aberdeen, SD. It will be a fun weekend filled with worship, fellowship, music, speakers, and time with other youth from around the Dakotas. The cost is $50 per student, plus the cost of food. If you are interested in attending, please contact Pastor Amber for more information and to sign up!
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: Luke 8:34-35
When the swineherds saw what had happened, they ran off and told it in the city and in the country. Then people came out to see what had happened, and when they came to Jesus, they found the man from whom the demons had gone sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed and in his right mind. And they were afraid.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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
5:15 PM Love Feast Task Force
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
WEDNESDAY
7:00 PM Natalie’s Bible Study (Rm.103)
THURSDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
FRIDAY
5:00 PM Bradley/Reimnitz Wedding Rehearsal
SATURDAY
4:00 PM Bradley/Reimnitz Wedding
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Praise Team
Scripture Reader- Mary Ellen Jepsen
GATHERING SONGS: Waymaker
How Great Is Our God
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Jesus walked along the lakeshore and called, “Come, follow me”
P: Fishermen left their nets and followed.
L: Jesus calls us, too.
P: We hear his call.
L: He calls us beyond the familiar.
P: We are ready to step out in faith.
L: He calls us to walk with him.
P: We are ready to follow.
L: He calls us to love, to serve, and to share the good news.
P: Lord, give us ears to hear your call, eyes to see your path,
and the courage to respond.
OPENING SONG: Today Is the Day
CENTERING WORDS:
CENTERING SONG: We Are Called
CENTERING PRAYER:
YOUNG DISCIPLES TIME: Fishers of Men
TIME OF PRAYER: Ev’ry Time I Feel the Spirit
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 4:18-22
MESSAGE: Lessons From The Lake: Come Follow Me!
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Sing for Joy
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: I Have Decided to Follow Jesus
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: I Saw the Light