Announcements
VERSE FOR REFLECTION – Psalm 31:1-2
In you, O Lord, I seek refuge; do not let me ever be put to shame; in your righteousness deliver me. Incline your ear to me; rescue me speedily. Be a rock of refuge for me, a strong fortress to save me.
IN OUR PRAYERS
Scott McManus
Collen Jonnassen
Laura Barta Lindquist
Verna Hofer
Margaret Smith
Deb Kirkpatrick
Tim Knight
Mona Skidmore
Jason & Laurie Kor
Hank & Bonnie Kor
Grant & Pam Uecker
The Blumer family in the death of Evelyn Blumer
Teachers & School Staff as they are gearing up for a new year
LIVESTREAM
Is sponsored by Janice Northrup
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)
Is given in celebration of Elaine Barta’s birthday with was July 16th & Roger and Elaine’s anniversary which was July 30th.
August Mission of the Month:
North Dakota Oil Field Ministry
OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:
~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am
~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am
~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch
~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday
~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time.
AUGUST “ONE THING”
For our August "One Thing" we will be collecting cans of wet cat food for the Mitchell Animal Rescue. They are looking specifically for Fancy Feast kitten pate or Friskies adult pate, but any kind of wet cat food will work. The Mitchell Animal Rescue is a small group of people who are committed to helping rescue pets from the city pound as well as assisting other pets in need. You can place your donations on the "One Thing" shelf in the gathering area. Thank you!
BLESSING OF THE BACKPACKS
We are having the Blessing of the Backpacks during worship on Sunday, August 21st. We invite all children, youth, teachers, and school administrators to bring their backpacks to worship. We will pray over them for the school year ahead.
FALL SCHEDULE
It had been our plan for our church to return to two worship services in September, however, to do that we would need additional musicians and technical helpers for our livestream, radio, and sound needs. Unfortunately, the additional help has not materialized. At our July Church Council meeting it was decided to continue with one worship service in the fall. We are going to try a slight change in timing for our Sunday morning schedule. Sunday School will begin at 9:00 am and Worship will begin at 10:00 am. Even with the one service schedule we could still use more people to serve in music and technology on Sunday morning. We are excited for the new Sunday School year and fall worship season to begin.
WORSHIP IN THE PARK
Mark your calendars! We are having our worship in the park at Hitchcock Park on Sunday, September 11th at 10am. We will have worship, food, and games for the whole family. We are asking that our church family bring a side dish or a dessert to share as well as lawn
chairs. We hope to see everyone there!
DAKOTAS CONFERENCE JOB OPENING
Dakotas Conference of the United Methodist Church is seeking a full time Assistant Conference Benefits officer to assist in the administration of the Dakotas Conference clergy and lay staff benefits program. You must have the ability to organize, problem solve, maintain records, and have oral and written communication skills. Knowledge in the use of data bases and computer skills is important. If interested, please send your resume to Leana.Stunes@dakotasumc.org. The deadline for submitting a resume is Sept. 1, 2022.
OPEN HOUSE
Bev Rowley is having an open house for her 90th birthday on Saturday, August 27th from 1:30-3:30pm in the Wesley Acres dining room. Wesley Acres address is 1115 W Havens Ave. Anyone is welcome to attend but they are asking that no one bring gifts.
TOUR DE CORN
Pastor Keith is participating in the “Tour de Corn” bike event this year on August 20th! He will be completing the 62-mile ride to help our tuckpointing project that will be starting soon to improve the exterior of our church building. You can donate to this project by pledging an amount per mile or you can just make one overall donation. You can place your donations in the offering, just make sure they are marked “Tour de Corn” or send/bring them into the church office. Thank you!
CONFIRMATION PHOTOS
Confirmation pictures have been posted in the church's historical display at the end of the hallway leading to the chapel.
WE ARE HIRING!
Want to combine your knowledge of technology with your passion for service and get paid for it? Downtown First United Methodist Church has an opportunity for you! In this part-time role, the Head Technology Personnel will oversee the technology for worship, presentations, livestream, and radio broadcasts. You must be available for Sunday morning services and other services as needed (funerals, weddings etc.). Salary will depend on your skills, but we are willing to train the right individual. For more information and to download the application, go to downtownfirstumc.com and select the “position openings” page. There are also paper copies of the applications in the church office.
THANK YOU
Thank you so much to everyone who helped put together and distribute the school supplies. It is much appreciated! - Carol Hasz
COUNTY FAIR STAMPS
We are collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.
COBORN’S RECEIPTS
We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for August, September, & October. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
TODAY
9:30 AM Worship
12 PM Hispanic Church
MONDAY
7 PM Finance
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff Meeting
2 PM Edgewood Ministry
3:30 PM Firesteel Ministry
4:30 PM TOPS
7 PM Wesley Acres Ministry
WEDNESDAY
7 PM SPR
THURSDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
FRIDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
Order of Worship
9:30 AM Worship Service
VERSE FOR REFLECTION – Psalm 31:1-2
In you, O Lord, I seek refuge; do not let me ever be put to shame; in your righteousness deliver me. Incline your ear to me; rescue me speedily. Be a rock of refuge for me, a strong fortress to save me.
Music – Praise Team
Scripture Reader – Chris Jones
Children’s Time – Cindy Bierman
Servant – Rich Stedman
GATHERING SONGS Everlasting God
Down to the River to Pray
GREETING
CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: Wherever we have been this week…
People: Welcome back.
Leader: Whatever we have done,
People: Welcome home.
Leader: Here is a story to change your life.
People: Here is a song to warm your heart.
Leader: Here are friends with whom to laugh and cry.
People: Here is a Spirit that fills us with hope.
Leader: Wherever we have been…
People: Welcome home!
OPENING SONG Open the Eyes of My Heart
CENTERING WORDS
CENTERING SONG Grace Alone
CENTERING PRAYER
CHILDREN’S MOMENT I’m Gonna Sing! I’m Gonna Pray!
TIME OF PRAYER Hear Us As We Pray
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 Psalm 22
MESSAGE
Faith Questions: Why Doesn’t God Answer Prayer More Clearly?
Dr. Joel Allen
SONG To Know You More
SHARING OUR GIFTS
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS
SENDING SONG Sweet, Sweet Spirit
*BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE No Mountain High Enough