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: Mark 4:14, 20
The sower sows the word. And these are the ones sown on the good soil: they hear the word and accept it and bear fruit, thirty and sixty and a hundredfold.
IN OUR PRAYERS
The family of Margaret Toben
The family of Brett and LeAnn Farnham with the loss of his mother and the loss of her father
Roy Caudill
Arnold Dolejsi
Betty Fortier
Louise Metz
Nancy Laurendeau
Kathy Mah
Ruth Creasey
Stephani Scheurenbrand
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for peace and hope for all those touched by the violence happening in the Middle East.
2ND GRADE BIBLE PRESENTATION
Today, Sunday, October 22nd, we will present our 2nd grade class with bibles. Thank you to those that sponsored a bible for our children.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)
Is given in memory of Edwin Malde whose birthday would have been October 21st, by Carol Hasz and family.
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.
90TH BIRTHDAY CARD SHOWER
LeAnn Winship will celebrate her 90th birthday on October 25th. Her family is requesting a card shower. Cards can be sent to LeAnn Winship #8 Arnold Avenue, Council Bluffs, IA 51503-5139.
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 stair
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.
GRIEF SHARE
Anyone experiencing grief from a present or past loss is invited to attend Grief Share for a spiritual path to hope and peace. The program runs Sundays from 6-8pm at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. For questions, contact Jan Quenzer at 605-770-9316.
UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023
Tue., Oct. 24, DQ Fundraiser for Love Feast
Sun., Nov 5, All Saints Sunday
Thurs., Nov 9, Love Feast
Sat., Nov 11, Veterans Day
Sun., Nov 12, Membership Class
Mon., Nov 13, Office Closed
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Sunday School
9:00 AM Adult Sunday School
10:00 AM Worship
MONDAY
7:00 PM Troop 75
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
1:00 PM PEO
4:30 PM TOPS
WEDNESDAY
6:00 PM Overflow/Meal/Youth Group
7:00 PM Adult Sunday School
THURSDAY
5:30 PM Love Feast
FRIDAY
9:00 AM PALS
SATURDAY
9:00 AM Handbell Practice
9:00 AM TOPS
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Praise Team
Scripture- Susan Dodd
GATHERING SONGS: Open the Eyes of My Heart
We Are So Blessed
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Praise God!
P: Praise God all days.
L: Give thanks in many ways,
P: In quiet prayer or with loud Hoorays.
L: Praise God…Sing Joyfully,
P: Like choirs of angels.
L: We are glad to praise
P: The one who bears burdens
L: Who heals and forgives
P: And leads us to life through gracious love.
L: Praise God!
P: Praise the God of Heaven!!
OPENING SONG: Let’s Just Praise the Lord
CENTERING WORDS:
CENTERING SONG: How Great Thou Art
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Praise Him, Praise Him/The B-I-B-L-E
CHILDREN’S SONG:
BIBLE PRESENTATION:
TIME OF PRAYER:
Special Music- “His Eye Is on the Sparrow”
Theresa Campbell & Angela Buenzow, Duet
Carolyn Knight, Accompanist
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 is in heaven, honored be your name. Your kingdom come; your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us, not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For yours, God, is the Kingdom, and the power, and the glory, now and forever. Amen.
SCRIPTURE: Luke 10:1-9
MESSAGE: Harvest- Live It!
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Give Thanks
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms