Downtown Mitchell First United Methodist Church
310 N Rowley
Mitchell SD 57301
Sharing the love of Jesus from the heart of Downtown
wifi password: L&ve1234
IN OUR PRAYERS
Pat Trode, in the loss of her grandson
Elaine Barta
Paul Reiman, Russ McCormick’s brother-in-law
Jane Palmquist
Mary Mountain
Laura Barta Lindquist
Jason & Laurie Kor/Hank & Bonnie Kor
and Kristi Szabo and Jacki Miskimins
in their ministry journey with AsOne to Uganda
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 10 AM)
There is not a sponsor for today’s Radio Broadcast
LIVESTREAM
is given by David and JoAnn Doering
RADIO BROADCAST and LIVESTREAM sponsors are needed. Cost of radio sponsorship is $140 and Livestream is $50.
OCTOBER MISSION OF THE MONTH
Heifer Project, which directly helps families to become self-sufficient in
sustainable ways
OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:
~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am
~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am
~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch
~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday
~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.
OCTOBER IS PASTOR APPRECIATION MONTH
“Remember without ceasing your work of faith, labor of love and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.”
1 Thessalonians 1:3
Thank you, Pastor Keith, for your faith, your love,
and your patience.
OCTOBER “ONE THING”
October’s “One Thing” is Mac and Cheese boxes or single microwave cups for the Salvation Army Thanksgiving Meal baskets. Our goal is 500 boxes. The meals are distributed to people of need in our community. Thank you for your generous giving.
SILENT AUCTION
There is a display of items made by Mildred Merriman, a long-time Tuesday Quilter here at Downtown FUMC who passed away a few years ago. Her family has shared them with the church. We ask that you please check them out and place your bid on the sheets by the items.
“YOU ARE NOT ALONE”
Downtown FUMC Family Ministry invites ALL youth, parents, grandparents, and ANYONE who loves and cares for our youth community to join us for A Mother’s Story: Suicide Prevention. On Wed., Oct. 12, 7-8 PM, Alex’ mom, Stefanie (James) Kummer, will be sharing her son’s story of how he tragically died from suicide and her hope to bring awareness. Presentation is in the Worship Center/Sanctuary. The public is invited.
2 ND GRADE BIBLE PRESENTATION/CHILDREN’S SUNDAY
Bible Presentation and Children’s Sunday is Sun., Oct. 16. 2 nd Graders will be receiving their Bible and children will be participating in the worship service.
“SHOEBOX CHRISTMAS”
Family Ministry Team will again be participating in the Spirit Lake Ministry’s Shoebox Christmas! Last year, over 5,000 shoeboxes were received for children that might not otherwise get a Christmas gift. This year, Downtown FUMC is filling boxes a little differently. There will be an “Angel Tree” set up in the Gathering Area from Sun., Oct. 16-Sun., Nov. 6, where anyone may pick a tag from the tree and follow the instructions available by the tree. Thank you for all you do to support this important ministry! Questions? Contact Becky Koch, Director of Family Ministry at becky@downtownfumc.com
FREE BLOOD PRESSURES COMING
Sun., Oct. 23, from 9:30-10 AM, Health Ministry Team will be doing free blood pressure screenings in the area by the office.
CHURCH DIRECTORY
There are a few copies of our Church Directory on a table in the Gathering Area, however, please know it is already in need of updating. There are additional photos that have been submitted and some phone numbers that need changing. There is no charge, but a free will donation is welcomed.
MEALS ON WHEELS THANK YOU
The following people helped with Meals on Wheels delivery recently:
Nancy Boyd, Larry & Mary Crane, Dave & JoAnn Doering, Ella Mae Goehring, Kelly Gross, Peg Hauge, Julie Lichter, Twyla Mah, Carolrae McCorkell, Conni McCormick, Ila Mebius, Dave Miller, Dave Mitchell, Paul & Ellen Miskimins, Amy Moore, Jan Quenzer, Jay Schreurs, Rich Stedman, Leana Stunes, Nancy Theeler, and Dave Wosje. Please thank them for their efforts.
COUNTY FAIR STAMPS – COBORNS RECEIPTS
We are collecting County Fair stamps and Coborn’s receipts. Please place them in the designated table drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Sunday School
10:00 AM Worship
12 NOON Hispanic Church
MONDAY
7:00 PM Trustees
TUESDAY
Oral Interpretation- CBH
9:30 AM Church Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
WEDNESDAY
5:30 PM Family Ministry
6:00 PM Overflow Youth Worship
6:30 PM Youth Meal
7:00 PM Speaker, Stefanie (James) Kummer – A Mother’s Story: Suicide Prevention, Worship Center/Sanctuary
THURSDAY
5:30 PM Love Feast
FRIDAY Wedding Rehearsal
SATURDAY Wedding
October 9, 2022
10:00 AM Worship Service
VERSE FOR REFLECTION – 1 Peter 4:8-10
Above all, maintain constant love for one another, for love covers a multitude of sins. Be hospitable to one another without complaining. Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.
Music- Praise Team
Scripture Reader- Susan Dodd
Servant- Rich Stedman
GATHERING SONGS
Blessed Be Your Name
Trading My Sorrows
GREETING
CALL TO WORSHIP
L: Jesus said, “I am the door.”
P: Through him we enter into new life.
L: Jesus said, “I am the light of the world.”
P: Because of him we see the path of life.
L: Jesus said, “I am the vine.”
P: From him we are fed and branch out to do his work.
L: Jesus said, “I am the bread of life.”
P: Our souls are nourished by his word.
L: Jesus said, “I am the good shepherd.”
P: Today as we worship, we look to the Good Shepherd to guide us, teach us, and lead us to abundant life.
OPENING SONG Jesus Calls Us
CENTERING WORDS
CENTERING SONG Day by Day
CENTERING PRAYER
CHILDREN’S MOMENT Kids of the Kingdom
TIME OF PRAYER Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying
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 Luke 5:1-11
MESSAGE Unexpected Heroes: Just Say “Yes!” Pastor Keith
SONG Put Your Hand in the Hand
SHARING OUR GIFTS
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS
SENDING SONG Fishers of Men
*BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE Fishers of Men