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: Ephesians 4:31-32
Put away from you all bitterness and wrath and anger and wrangling and slander, together will all malice, and be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ has forgiven you.
IN OUR PRAYERS
The family of Margaret Toben
The family of Brett Farnham with the loss of his mother
The family of Randy Kopfmann
Louise Metz
Jeremiah San Nicolas
Nancy Laurendeau
Kathy Mah
Ruth Creasey
Stephani Scheurenbrand
Laura Barta Lindquist
Praying for safety and alertness for all those involved with bringing in the harvest.
2ND GRADE BIBLE PRESENTATION
Please join us on Sunday, October 22nd as we present our 2nd grade class with bibles. If you would like to sponsor a bible for this special event, please contact Becky or call the office. The cost is $35.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)
There is not a sponsor for the radio broadcast for this week. If you would like to sponsor this, please let the office know.
LIVESTREAM
Is given by David and JoAnn Doering.
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
~ Radio Broadcast 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.
MISSION OF THE MONTH
Haiti Alive
Haiti Alive is a nonprofit organized to serve God and to bring hope, health, and happiness to the people on the island of LaGonave, Haiti. We convey the message of Christ through the areas of education, healthcare, and ministering to those in need, especially women, children, and the elderly.
OCTOBER “ONE THING”
Our October “One Thing” is canned vegetables for the Mitchell Area Food Pantry Thanksgiving baskets. In 2022 The Food Pantry gave away 150 Thanksgiving baskets in 40 minutes. Cash donations are also welcomed.
SHARE YOUR NATIVITY
Celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ at this wonderful community event! We would love to include any Nativities from around the world that you are willing to share. Event dates are Saturday, Dec. 2nd and Sunday, December 3rd with a presentation from Dr. Bruce Forbes on the 3rd. Watch for more information coming out soon.
MEMBERSHIP CLASS
Pastor Keith will be offering a membership class on Sunday, November 12th following worship service. Lunch will be provided for those that are interested and class should be finished by 1PM. If you are interested, please let the office know so we can plan accordingly.
SHOEBOX CHRISTMAS
It is that time of year again for Shoebox Christmas. Becky has placed the angel tree in the gathering area. Please grab a tag, instructions (they are a little different than last year), and a shoebox and help make Christmas special for someone in need. The deadline is Sunday, November 5th. If you have questions, please contact Becky, or call the office at 605-996-7721.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT YOUTH GROUP MEALS
We are still in need of food or cash donations for the Wednesday night meals for our youth and their leaders. If you would like to provide part of the meal, that is okay too. There is a sign-up sheet located by the Connection Center Desk. If you have any questions, please let Becky or Cindy know, or call the office at 605-996-7721.
COUNTY FAIR STAMPS & COBORN’S RECEIPTS
We are still collecting County Fair Stamps and Coborn receipts for August, September, and October. Please place them in the marked drawers at the top of the lower-level stairs.
HOLY LAND STUDY TOUR
Join Dr. Joel & Kitty Allen and Dakota Wesleyan University for a Holy Land study tour starting from Sioux Falls, June 16-27, 2024. For more information, there are blue pamphlets by the Connection Center Desk.
IT’S NOT MY PROBLEM…OR IS IT?
We have a limited number of Bruce Blumer’s books available for a $15 suggested donation. They are available in the gathering area. If you do write a check, please make it payable to Haiti Alive.
DAVISON COUNTY CFEL EXTENSION
The public is invited to their 2023 Fall event at the Davison County Fairgrounds Complex, Monday, October 16, 1:30PM. Program Theme: It’s about the Children! Suicide Prevent- presented by Syndey Lanning from the Moore Counseling Services and Jackie Horton from CASA will speak of what CASA does for our children. There will be door prizes, the famous jar raffle and lunch.
UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023
Sun., Oct 22, 2nd Grade Bible Presentation
Thurs., Oct 26, Love Feast
Sun., Nov 5, All Saints Sunday
Thurs., Nov 9, Love Feast
Sat., Nov 11, Veterans Day
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEKLENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Sunday School
9:00 AM Adult Sunday School
10:00 AM Worship
3:00 PM Cub Scouts
MONDAY
7:00 PM Finance
7:00 PM Troop 75
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
5:30 PM Heart & Sole
6:00 PM Pack 75
WEDNESDAY
6:00 PM Overflow/Meal/Youth Group
7:00 PM Adult Sunday School
7:00 PM SPR
THURSDAY
1:00 PM United Women in Faith
7:00 PM United Women in Faith Part II
FRIDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
9:00 AM Handbell Practice
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Nancy Nelson
Scripture- Jo Freier
HYMN SING: Lord, Be Glorified 2150 TFWS
He Touched Me 367 UMN
He Leadeth Me: O Blessed Thought 128 UMH
I Sing the Almighty Power of God 152 UMH
PRELUDE:
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Abundance everywhere!
P: God’s creation overflowing with wonder.
L: The crops of the fields, the produce of the trees;
P: All around us the harvest is evident!
L: Blessing upon blessing
P: Is revealed in our midst.
L: Open our eyes…open our hearts,
P: To see the goodness of God’s presence
L: To see the wealth of God’s love
P: This is the season of abundance! Thanks be to God!!
OPENING SONG: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty 139 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT:
TIME OF PRAYER:
Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer
(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)
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: John 4:31-38
MESSAGE: Harvest: See It!
SONG: Change My Heart, O God 2152 TFWS
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Standing on the Promises 374 UMH
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: