Bulletin, May 28, 2023

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown  

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VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Acts 2:1-3

When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them.

IN OUR PRAYERS

Duane Duba

Scott Ruml

Ann Quenzer

Pat Breidenbach

George Breidenbach

Darrell Sonne

Frank Bult

Penny Wermers

Liz Feldman

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Julie Fritzemeier

Bruce Fritzemeier

John Dolejsi

Laura Barta Lindquist

Jason & Laurie Kor

Remembering our loved ones and those who served on this

 Memorial Day. May the fallen be forever in our hearts.

 OFFICE CLOSED

In observance of Memorial Day our church office will be closed on Monday, May 29th. Have a safe and happy Memorial Day!

 RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, or 101.3 FM 10 AM)

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LIVESTREAM

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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.

SUMMER SCHEDULE

Our summer worship schedule will remain at 10AM. Sunday school and youth group are finished for the year and will resume in the fall.

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.

BAPTISMS

The altar roses are in honor of the baptisms of Easton, Emelia, and Oaklee Lanners. Welcome to our church family.

JUNE “ONE THING”

For our June “One Thing” we will be collecting Crayola markers, fine and broad tip in classic colors for the backpack giveaway. Last year Love Feast gave away 800 backpacks to children in Mitchell and the surrounding area.

 SPECIAL SUNDAY

Sunday, June 4th is Peace With Justice Sunday. The United Methodist Church is committed to leading social transformation. We are called to love our enemies, seek justice, and serve as peacemakers. On this day we show our financial support for these efforts.

GOD’S LIGHT YOUTH CHOIR

Sunday, June 4th the God’s Light Youth Choir will be performing a concert here at our church at 7pm. This group consists of 7th through 12th grade students from First United Methodist Church in Smyrna, Georgia. Please mark your calendars and join us!

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.

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 are interested of have any questions.

HAND BELL CHOIR

If anyone is interested in playing hand bells, we are looking for individuals to start a bell choir. Please call or text Twyla Mah with any questions or inquiries, 605-848-0862.

GRIEF SHARE SESSIONS

Anyone experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one are welcome to join a six-week session Sunday evenings 6:00-8:30PM at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. For more information contact Jan Quenzer at 770-931

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

Fri., June 2-4th, Senior High Hiking Trip

Sun., June 4th, God’s Light Youth Choir

Thurs., June 8th, Love Feast

Thurs., June 8-10th, Annual Conference

Sun., June 18th, Father’s Day

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

SUNDAY

10:00 AM       Worship

12 NOON       Hispanic Church

MONDAY       OFFICE CLOSED

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff   

4:30 PM          TOPS

WEDNESDAY

NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

THURSDAY

NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

FRIDAY         

NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

SATURDAY    

NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Nancy Nelson

Scripture Reader- Tanner Fuhrer

Servant- Rich Stedman

HYMN SING: Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart   500 UMH

                       Spirit of the Living God   393 UMH

PRELUDE:                                                                                        

GREETING:

CALL TO WORSHIP:

     L: Powerful Spirit, strong wind -  

     P: Stirring us to life, breathing hope into despair.

     L: Warming Spirit, dancing flame -                             

     P: Kindling joy and filling us with courage.     

     L: Comforting Spirit, gentle breeze -      

     P: Refreshing our weariness, softening our grief.    

     L: Wise Spirit, blazing fire -       

     P: Illuminating our path, casting out the darkness.

     L: Holy Spirit, soaring dove -

     P: Calling us to peace, leading us to worship, and filling

          us with love.

OPENING SONG: O Spirit of the Living God   539 UMH

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                       

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: He is the King of Kings

BAPTISM:

   Song - Child of Blessing, Child of Promise - Vs. 1,  611 UMH

   Baptismal Covenant II   Page 39-43 #1,3,4,8,11,16  UMH

   Song - Child of Blessing, Child of Promise - Vs. 4,  611 UMH                                                                  

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 10:30-48  

MESSAGE: Faith Steps: Wesley’s Top 3 - #2

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

VIDEO: Skit Guys Video- A Story of Sacrifice

SENDING SONG: America   697 UMH               

BENEDICTION:

POSTLUDE: