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: Luke 1:68-69
“Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, for he has looked favorably on his people and redeemed them. He has raised up a mighty savior for us in the house of his servant David.”
IN OUR PRAYERS
Matt Barnard
Jane Dahme
Carol and Harlan Phinney
Sharon Broghammer
Mike Muntefering
Robert Janssen
Mary Wingfield
Marge Scheurenbrand
Hayden Mathis
Janette Adams
Janice Kayser
Arnold Dolejsi
Louise Metz
Nancy Laurendeau
Ruth Creasey
Stephani Scheurenbrand
Laura Barta Lindquist
Those that need His healing touch
Praying for those working for Peace and Release in the world.
COOKIE SUNDAY
Today is Cookie Sunday! Don’t forget to grab a cookie!
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)
Is given today by Paul and Ellen Miskimins.
LIVESTREAM
Is given in memory of Janet Nelson by the Russell Families: Sondra, Annika & Travis, and Toby & April.
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
Global Aids Project
DECEMBER “ONE THING”
Our December “One Thing” will be hamburger helper for the Mitchell High School Food Pantry. Currently they are helping an average of 25- 30 students each week.
CONSECRATION SUNDAY
Thank you so much to everyone who participated in our Consecration Sunday. If you weren’t with us, it’s not too late to participate. estimate of giving cards are available at both entryways into the worship center. You can fill out the card with your financial commitments as well as the areas where you are willing to serve in our church or community and return them to the office.
LOVE FEAST
Love Feast will be serving their Christmas meal on December 21st. Workers and donations are needed. Please see Carol with the sign-up sheet in the gathering area prior and after service.
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
Our Children’s Christmas Program will be held on Sunday, December 10th during worship. We are asking for candy canes by Wednesday, which can be dropped off in the church office. Thank you!
CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS
If you would like to purchase a poinsettia in honor or in memory of a loved one, please fill out a Christmas Poinsettia card which are located at the Connection Center desk and as you enter the Worship Center. The cost is $15, and the deadline is December 17th. We encourage you to take them after either Christmas Eve service.
ADVENT STUDY “HEAVEN & EARTH” BY WILL WILLIMON
This year’s Advent Study is a zoom-based study led by Bishop Lanette Plambeck, but Pastor Keith will gather with anyone from our church family that wishes to participate. The study will be held for four weeks beginning Nov. 28th from 7-8:15. You can participate in this study from your home or the church, but you must sign up through the conference website: https://www.dakotasumc.org/news/join-the-2023-advent-study-in-heaven-and-earth. We have books ($14.50 ea.) available so please contact the office to purchase one or if you have any questions.
FESTIVAL OF THE NATIVITY
We are excited to host a Festival of the Nativity. We have a beautiful display of nativities (that our church families are willing to share) set up in the chapel. The open house dates and times are Saturday, Dec. 2nd 9am-noon and Sunday, Dec. 3rd 11am-1pm with a presentation with Dr. Forbes at 1pm. We hope this event will help bring the true spirit of Christmas into your hearts and homes as we remember the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ.
SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE
The Health Ministry’s annual Service of Remembrance will be held on Sunday, Dec. 10th at 2pm. Please call the office 996-7721 to give us the name of your loved one to remember and to make a reservation to receive an angel ornament.
CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES
Thursday, December 21st 6:30PM ~
(Early Christmas Eve Candlelight Service)
Sunday, December 24th 10AM ~
(Normal Worship Service)
Sunday, December 24th 4:30PM and 6:30PM ~
(Christmas Eve Candlelight Services)
WEDNESDAY NIGHT YOUTH MEALS
There are still opportunities available to help with the meals for our youth. There is a sign-up sheet on the connection center desk. If you have any questions, please let us know
UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023
Tues., Dec 5, Advent Study 7PM
Thurs., Dec 7, Love Feast 5:30PM
Sat., Dec. 9, Christmas Program Dress Rehearsal 9AM
Sun., Dec 10, Children’s Christmas Program 10AM
Sun., Dec 10, Service of Remembrance 2PM
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Sunday School
9:00 AM Adult Sunday School
10:00 AM Worship
MONDAY
8:00-4:00 Cabinet Meeting
7:00 PM Troop 75
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
7:00 PM Advent Study
WEDNESDAY
6:00 PM Overflow/Supper
7:00 PM Youth Group
7:00 PM Adult Bible Study
THURSDAY
5:30 PM Love Feast
FRIDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
9:00 AM Christmas Program Dress Rehearsal
9:00 AM Handbell Practice
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Praise Team
Scripture- Paul Mah
Message- Dr. Bruce Forbes
GATHERING SONGS: What Did You Say Was the Baby’s Name
Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
Voices In Praise- “Mary, Did you Know”
CENTERING WORDS:
CENTERING SONG: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Let’s Get Ready, A Savior’s Coming
LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLE: Wilson Family
Light the Advent Candle Vs.1 2090 TFWS
TIME OF PRAYER: Emmanuel, Emmanuel
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: Luke 1:46-55 & 2:1-7
MESSAGE: Characters of Christmas- Mary, One of Us- Dr. Bruce Forbes
COMMUNION:
Preparing our Hearts
Preparing the Elements
Sharing in Communion
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Glory to the Lamb
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: Glory to the Lamb