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: Psalm 141:1-2
I cry out to you, Lord: Come to me—quickly!
Listen to my voice when I cry out to you!
Let my prayer stand before you like incense;
let my uplifted hands be like the evening offering.
IN OUR PRAYERS
The family of Brett and LeAnn Farnham with the loss of his mother and the loss of her father
Mary Wingfield
Marge Scheurenbrand
Wayne Huber
Harry Lambert, David’s 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.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)
Is given by Lyle and Irene Swenson in memory of Marie Swenson whose birthday would have been October 31st.
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.
NOVEMBER “ONE THING”
Our November “One Thing” will be macaroni and cheese for the Salvation Army’s Christmas Baskets. The Salvation Army distributes these baskets to those in need.
SHARE YOUR NATIVITY
We are asking our church family to share your nativities with us and the community on December 2nd and 3rd. We will have a display area in the chapel and would love to include any nativities that you are willing to share. The dates for this event are December 2nd and 3rd with a presentation from Dr. Forbes on December 3rd at 1pm.
THANK YOU
Thank you so much for contributing to this year’s ALS walk. With your help our team raised a little over $7,000. At this time the tally is a little over $100,000. Research and new technologies are getting closer to making ALS a livable disease and finding a cure a possibility. My family and I appreciate your generosity! Christy Wilson
FOLLOWING…
Today Pastor Keith begins a 5-part sermon series highlighting five practices that United Methodists commit to that help define our faith in God and steps we take to follow Jesus. “Following” isn’t just a social media term…it is a way of living our faith and allowing Jesus to guide us on our journey of life.
CANDY FOR CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
We are accepting candy for our Children’s Christmas Program. Donations can be dropped off at the office. Thank you!
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
We only have 8 tags left! 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.
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 November, December, and January. Please place them in the marked drawers at the top of the lower-level stairs.
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
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
1:00 PM Cub Scouts
MONDAY
6:30 PM Church Council
7:00 PM Troop 75
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
WEDNESDAY
8:00 AM Oral Interpretation
6:00 PM Overflow/Meal/Youth Group
7:00 PM Adult Sunday School
THURSDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
FRIDAY
1:00 PM PALS
SATURDAY
9:00 AM Handbell Practice
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music-Nancy Nelson
Scripture- Liv Larson
HYMN SING: This Is My Father’s World 144 UMH
Jesus Calls Us 398 UMH
Pass It On 572 UMH
More Like You 2167 TFWS
PRELUDE: Handbells- A Simple Celebration
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Loving God, place me in a circle of joy,
P: Where laughter bubbles like a flowing stream
L: And gladness dances like wind in the trees.
P: Place me in a community of joy,
L: Where children laugh and tears are kissed away,
P: And hope is still found on the faces of all who belong.
L: Place me in a church of joy,
P: Where God’s surprises are expected and cherished
L: And people sing praise, even in difficult times.
P: God, help us build this kind of community right here,
starting today.
OPENING SONG: Crown Him with Many Crowns Vs.1,2,4 327 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: Acts 2:41-47, Matthew 14:22-23
MESSAGE: Following: Prayers
SONG: Sweet Hour of Prayer Vs.1,2,3 496 UMH
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Bring Forth the Kingdom Vs.1,2,3 2190 TFWS
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: