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 Corinthians 15:10
But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me has not been in vain. On the contrary, I worked harder than any of them- though it was not I, but the grace of God that is with me.
IN OUR PRAYERS
Darrell Sonne
Frank Bult
Penny Wermers
Wayne Huber
David Lambert
Liz Feldman
Stephani Scheurenbrand
Dave Malde
Julie Fritzemeier
Bruce Fritzemeier
John Dolejsi
Laura Barta Lindquist
Jason & Laurie Kor/Hank & Bonnie
For all the graduates (high school, college, ect.) from our church family and the community.
HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR RECOGNITION
Today we recognize and congratulate the class of 2023. Please join the graduates in the gathering area for donuts after worship.
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY
In honor of Mother’s Day, we have pink carnations available for every special woman in our lives. So please feel free to take one. They are located at both worship center entrances.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, or 101.3 FM 10 AM)
Is given anonymously.
LIVESTREAM
Is given in loving memory of Ted Ebel, whose birthday would have been May 11th. Also, our mother and grandmother Virgie Montgomery, Ray Montgomery, Clay Theodore Matthews, Randee (Ebel) Brown, Terry Butler, and all our loved ones by Karen Ebel, Sandy & John Butler, Peg Larson, Jamie Larson and families.
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 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.
MISSION OF THE MONTH
Heart and Sole
For over 25 years Heart and Sole has been raising money for cancer patients in and around the Mitchell area. Their annual walk will be held on Friday, June 16th at Hitchcock Park starting at 6:30PM.
MAY “ONE THING”
Our May “One Thing” is the 2023 Bishop’s Miracle Offering “Road of Hope”. For more information on this Miracle Offering, there are print outs on our “One Thing” offering table. Our Church’s challenge is to give $1,000 which will be matched by a $1,000 gift.
NOISY BUCKET SUNDAY
Today is noisy bucket Sunday! We will continue to donate to the Mitchell Public School Lunch Program.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Praise Him! Get ready for a time of fun and faith June 9th- 11th! There are registration papers as well as flyers with more information on the table by Becky’s office. Please let Becky know if you are willing to help or if you have any questions.
SENIOR HIGH YOUTH
Jessica is planning a hiking trip for the senior high youth June 2nd-4th. If you made the $20 nonrefundable deposit, you will be required along with one parent to attend an informational meeting. Watch for more information. If you have any questions, please let Jessica know.
MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH
Cindy is planning a camping trip for the middle school youth for 2 nights at Bett’s Road Campground June 13th- 15th. More information will be sent out soon on the band app, contact Cindy if you have any questions.
GRIEF SHARE SESSIONS
Anyone experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one are welcome to join six-week session Sunday evenings 6:00-8:30PM at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. For more information contact Jan Quenzer at 770-9316
MEALS ON WHEELS
Our church’s next turn for delivering Meals on Wheels is June 19th to July 28th. If you would like to participate, or would like more information, please contact Dave Mitchell, 999-8435 or 996-5977.
DEAR YOUNGER ME…
Pastor Keith is starting work on a summer sermon series that will be called “Dear Younger Me…” You can be a part of this message series by sharing a brief phrase, statement or learning that has shaped your life today, that you wish you could have learned/known when you were younger. There is a table in our gathering area where you can write your message down.
HOLY LAND JOURNEY
Hank Kor is hosting a trip to the Holy Land September 11th-21st 2023. The cost will be approximately $4100 without travel insurance. Brochures are located at the Connection Center or if you would like more information, you can email Hank at hankkor46@gmail.com.
COUNTY FAIR STAMPS
We are still collecting County Fair Stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.
COBORN’S RECEIPT
We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for May, June, and July. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.
UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023
Sun., May 21st Mitchell High School Graduation
Thurs., May 25th, Love Feast
Fri., June 2-4, Senior High Hiking Trip
Sun., June 4th, God’s Light Youth Choir
Thurs., June 8, Love Feast
Thurs., June 8-10, Annual Conference
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study
10:00 AM Worship
12 NOON Hispanic Church
MONDAY
7:00 PM Finance
7:00 PM Troop 75
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
5:30 PM Heart and Sole
WEDNESDAY
7:00 PM SPR
THURSDAY
1:00 PM United Women in Faith
FRIDAY
4:30 PM Farnham-FuerstWedding Rehearsal
SATURDAY
3:00 PM Farnham-Fuerst Wedding
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Nancy Nelson
Scripture Reader- Jace McManus
Servant- Rich Stedman
HYMN SING: How Great Thou Art 77 UMH
PRELUDE:
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: We are all children of God.
P: As brilliant as a shining star;
L: As wondrous as the morning sun;
P: As special as each fragrant rose,
L: As unique as each forming leaf.
P: We are all God’s children
L: United in praise, humbled in awe,
P: And sharing in the love of God!
OPENING SONG: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms
Vs.1,2,3 133 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT:
RECOGNITION OF HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES:
THE GIFT OF MUSIC: Lacey Figland ~
The Commission by Cain
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; they 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: Philippians 2:1-18 & Romans 12:1-2
MESSAGE: Faith Steps: Transforming Grace!
SONG: Grace Greater than Our Sin Vs.1,4 365 UMH
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Blessed Assurance Vs.1,2,3 369 UMH
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: