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
VERSE FOR REFLECTION – 1 John 3:11, 16
For this is the message you have heard from the beginning, that we should love one another.
We know love by this, that he laid down his life for us-and we ought to lay down our lives for one another.
IN OUR PRAYERS
AJ Bierman in the loss of his brother
Natalie Piehl
David Lambert
Marge Scheurenbrand
Colleen Jonassen
Family of Dennis Zoss
John Dolejsi
Bev Rowley
Laura Barta Lindquist
Stephani Scheurenbrand
Jason & Laurie Kor/Hank & Bonnie
The SD Legislature as they meet to care for legislative work in our state
PLEASE KEEP US INFORMED
If you or a loved one are hospitalized or in a care facility and you want those of us in the church office to know, please call the office at 605-996-7721. The hospital does not call the churches unless specifically asked to do so. Pastor Keith and Short want to provide meaningful care to our church family, but we must be informed in order to do so. Thank you for your help with this matter.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, or 101.3 FM 10 AM)
Is given by Connie McLaughlin in memory of Ann and Clayton McLaughlin’s anniversary which would have been January 21st.
LIVESTREAM
There is not a sponsor this week.
RADIO BROADCAST and LIVESTREAM sponsors are needed. Cost of radio sponsorship is $140 and Livestream is $50.
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
JANUARY “ONE THING”
Our January “One Thing” is ‘In A Village’ whose mission is to support and assist expectant mothers, parents, and caregivers of young children. They are in need of diapers- any size!
JANUARY MISSION OF THE MONTH
DWU Mission Trip
LOVE FEAST
The January 26th Love Feast will be served by children, youth, and families of Downtown FUMC. We will be serving chili and cinnamon rolls and will be in house only. There are many ways to help and be involved. There is a sign-up genius link on our Facebook page, or you can email Jessica Kremer at jessicakremer@protonmail.com.
ADULT BIBLE STUDY
Natalie Piehl is leading an adult bible study using the Immerse Bible series. The first book that is being read is called Messiah, which looks at the first part of the New Testament. This study will be held every Sunday at 9AM, so feel free to join anytime. There are some books available for purchase.
THANKS TO OUR INTERIM BISHOPS
There are two thank you cards in the Gathering Area, one is for Bishop Kiesey and one is for Bishop Haller, on one of the high-top tables that you are invited to sign. There are also slips of paper available if you would like to write a little note to either one.
YOUTH GROUP SUPPERS
We are in need of volunteers for Wednesday night meals for our youth group and leaders. If you would like to be a part of this mission, there is a clip board on the Connection Center desk. If you have any questions, please reach out to Becky or Cindy.
LOVE FEAST FUNDRAISER
Love Feast’s Dairy Queen night will be Tuesday, January 24th from
5pm-8pm. 10% of all sales will go directly to Love Feast.
HAVE YOU EVER WANTED TO VISIT THE HOLY LAND?
Hank Kor will be hosting a trip through Educational Opportunities on
October 10-19, 2023. He will also be adding an extension to Jordon to visit Petra. (You can check Petra out online.) The return date if one chooses the extension, would be October 23. Feel free to call Hank at
605-999-5676 or you can check out the brochure in the gathering area.
SHROVE TUESDAY
Save the date! Pancake and Sausage meal is back! Tuesday, February 21st 11am-1pm and 4pm to 7pm. All you can eat for $10. There are many ways to help and be involved with this meal. There is a sign-up table set up in the Gathering Area.
UM DENOMINATION INFORMATION
You may have heard in the news or through conversation that the United Methodist Denomination is in the midst of splintering or dividing. This is true. If you are interested in hearing more about what is happening and why, Pastor Keith will present information that he is aware of on Sunday, February 19th following worship.
MEMBERSHIP CLASS
If you are interested in learning more about our church and becoming a member, Pastor Keith will lead a membership class on Sunday, March 12th at 11:30AM. Lunch will be provided and will conclude by 1:30. If you are planning on attending, please call the church office at 996-7721.
UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023
Tues., Jan 24, 5-8pm Dairy Queen fundraiser for Love Feast
Thurs., Jan 26, Love Feast
Sun., Feb 19, UM Denomination Information
Tue., Feb 21, Shrove Tuesday
Wed., Feb 22, Ash Wednesday
Sun., Feb 26, Youth Sunday
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study
9:00 AM Sunday School
10:00 AM Worship
12 NOON Hispanic Church
MONDAY
7:00 PM Troop 75
TUESDAY
4:30 PM TOPS
5:45 PM Finance
6:30 PM Church Council
WEDNESDAY
6:00 PM Overflow
7:00 PM Youth Group
THURSDAY
5:30 PM Love Feast
FRIDAY
2:00 PM Congregational Care Workshop
SATURDAY
9:00 AM Congregational Care Workshop
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Praise Team
Scripture Reader- Denise Hoffman
Servant- Rich Stedman
GATHERING SONGS Love the Lord
Sing for Joy
GREETING
CALL TO WORSHIP
L: We gather centered in the promises of God,
P: Caught in the web of grace,
L: Whirled in wonder and joy,
P: Welcomed into the house of blessing.
L: We gather, surrounded by a cloud of witnesses
P: Lifted up by stories of faith,
L: Moved by challenging words and heartfelt prayers,
P: Touched by joyous music and the power of God’s love.
OPENING SONG I Will Call Upon the Lord
CENTERING WORDS
CENTERING SONG There’s a Spirit of Love in This Place
CENTERING PRAYER
CHILDREN’S MOMENT Love, Love, Love
TIME OF PRAYER Spirit of The Living God
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: Matthew 22:34-40, Psalm 139:14-16, 1 John 4: 9-11
MESSAGE Connex-Tions: Love Self
SONG Love Lifted Me
SHARING OUR GIFTS
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING In This Very Room
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS
SENDING SONG No Mountain High Enough
*BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE No Mountain High Enough