Downtown Mitchell First United Methodist Church
310 N Rowley
Mitchell SD 57301
605.996.7721
Sharing the love of Jesus from the heart of Downtown
wifi password: L&ve1234
VERSE FOR REFLECTION – Galatians 3:27-28
As many of you as were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. There is no longer Jew or Greek, there is no longer slave or free, there is no longer male and female; for all of you are one in Christ Jesus.
IN OUR PRAYERS
Jane Palmquist
Mary Mountain
Jerry Regynski
family of Dawson Overweg
Laura Barta Lindquist
Jason & Laurie Kor/Hank & Bonnie Kor
and for the student athletes of our community
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 10 AM)
is given in memory of Ron and Eleanor Jenkins
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
WORSHIP SERVICE & RADIO BROADCAST TIME CHANGE
Our Sunday morning schedule is as follows: Sunday School at 9 AM and Worship at 10 AM. There will be only one worship service. Also, our Radio Broadcast on KORN 1490 AM is changing to 10 AM. Please help spread the radio broadcast time change
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”
Our “One Thing” for October is Mac and Cheese boxes or single microwave cups for the Salvation Army Thanksgiving Meal baskets. 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.
FAMILY FUN EVENT . . .FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
“Carving Out Time for Jesus!” is scheduled for Wed., Oct. 5, from 5:30-6:30 pm. There will be pumpkin carving, painting, and decorating! Please bring a pumpkin for each participating member, and the rest will be provided. RSVP’s to Becky are appreciated, but not necessary to attend. All ages are welcome. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR - UPCOMING SPEAKER
Stephanie Kummer, daughter of Lee and Linda James, will be speaking here Wed., Oct. 12, at 7 PM. This is open to the public. More information will be coming.
2ND GRADE BIBLE PRESENTATION/CHILDREN’S SUNDAY
2nd Grade Bible Presentation and Children’s Sunday is Sun., Oct. 16. Bible Sponsors are needed. If you would like to sponsor one for a 2nd Grader, please contact Becky Koch at becky@downtownfirstumc.com. Include the name of the child and the sponsor. Cost is $35.
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.
OFFICE MANAGER NEEDED
Downtown FUMC is searching for an Office Manager. This position will cover office duties, including weekly bulletin and scheduling. Organizational and computer skills, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Suite required. The online application is posted to our Facebook page and our website under the “position openings” section. There are also paper copies of the application in the office.
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 Coborns receipts.. Please place them in the designated 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
2-4 PM Maxine Nelson’s 90th Birthday Open House, Dining
Room
MONDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Church Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
WEDNESDAY
5:30 PM Family Pumpkin Carving, “Carving Out Time for Jesus”
6:00 PM Overflow Youth Worship
6:30 PM Youth Meal
7:00 PM Youth Small Groups
THURSDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
FRIDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
October 2, 2022
10:00 AM Worship Service
World Communion Sunday
VERSE FOR REFLECTION – Galatians 3:27-28
As many of you as were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. There is no longer Jew or Greek, there is no longer slave or free, there is no longer male and female; for all of you are one in Christ Jesus.
Music- Carolyn Knight, piano
Scripture Reader – Deb Platt
Servant – Rich Stedman
PRELUDE By the Gentle Waters
GREETING
CALL TO WORSHIP
L: In beauty and mystery,
P: we see the face of God.
L: In the common and the ordinary,
P: we know the love of Christ.
L: In the bread and the cup,
P: we taste the presence of God.
L: In the son and in the embrace,
P: we share the joy of faith.
L: And on this great day,
P: we share in this meal with the world.
OPENING SONG He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands
CENTERING PRAYER
CHILDREN’S MOMENT Jesus Loves Me
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 1 Samuel 16:14-23
MESSAGE Unexpected Heroes: Lifting Others Up! Pastor Keith
COMMUNION
Preparing the Elements
Preparing Our Hearts - The Lord’s Prayer
Sherryl Nelson Ferguson, vocalist
Receiving Communion
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS
SENDING SONG We Are the Church (UMH #558 Vs 1,2,5)
*BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE