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 104:33-34
I will sing to the LORD as long as I live; I will sing praise to my God while I have being. May my meditation be pleasing to him, for I rejoice in the LORD.
IN OUR PRAYERS
The family of Darrell Sonne
Louise Metz
Rich Stedman
Alice Claggett
Levi Wojciechowski
Nancy Laurendeau
Penny Wermers
Stephani Scheurenbrand
Julie Fritzemeier
Laura Barta Lindquist
Jason & Laurie Kor
For all those who are traveling and vacationing this summer season
ANNUAL CONFERENCE OVERVIEW
After worship today, those of us who attended the Dakotas Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, will gather at the front of the worship center to share our experiences from Annual Conference. If you’d like to hear more about the Annual Conference, come join us following our morning worship service. There will be a few minutes break between the end of worship and when our AC presentation will begin. All are welcome.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, or 101.3 FM 10 AM)
Is given anonymously.
LIVESTREAM
Is given in honor of Robert and Norma Moe’s granddaughter, Jordan, who was married last week on Father’s Day, June 18. Jordan was married on her mother's birthday and Robert and Norma’s 62nd wedding anniversary, who were also married on Father’s Day in 1961.
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.
PASTOR LOU’S RETIREMENT
You are welcome to write a note to Pastor Lou on her retirement. There is a table with note cards in the gathering area. We will send your well wishes with a card this coming week.
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
Dr. William Hyppolites Health Care Clinic/Haiti Alive
The medicine and care provided through this clinic is truly life-giving and life-saving. Mobile clinics travel to small villages, to provide care for those who have no access to medical care or are unable to travel.
JUNE “ONE THING”
For our June “One Thing” we are collecting Crayola markers, fine and broad tip in classic colors for the backpack give away. Last year Love Feast gave away 800 backpacks to children in Mitchell and the surrounding area.
JULY “ONE THING”
Our July “One Thing” will be for new twin-size sheet sets that will be donated to Sleep In Heavenly Peace. This is a fairly new nonprofit organization in Mitchell. Their mission is “NO KID SLEEPS ON THE FLOOR IN OUR TOWN.” This organization builds and delivers beds to children in need of a bed and a safe place to sleep. You can check out their website at www.shpbeds.org.
LOVE FEAST SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Registration for school supplies is now available. Go to Mitchell Love Feast Facebook page for the registration form and for more information. It is open to pre-school through 8th grade only. Registration is due by July 28th.
DEAR YOUNGER ME
Have you ever thought to yourself, “If I’d only known then what I know now…” referring to the younger version of yourself? That’s part of what learning and growing is all about, gaining wisdom and experience in life. Starting this Sunday Pastor Keith will be using your “Dear Younger Me” thoughts and comments for the basis of a sermon series that will last for the rest of the summer. Check out the north wall in the Gathering Area where we will be displaying many of the words of wisdom and insights you would share with your younger self. Check out this video on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoO0kyPRu3M.
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 RECEIPTS
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
Tues., July 4, Independence Day- Office Closed
Mon., July 10, Sunday School Registration Starts
Thurs., July 13, Love Feast
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
10:00 AM Worship
12 NOON Hispanic Church
MONDAY
9:00-2:00 Cindy’s Summer School Class
7:00 PM Troop 75
TUESDAY
9:00-2:00 Cindy’s Summer School Class
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
WEDNESDAY
9:00-2:00 Cindy’s Summer School Class
THURSDAY
9:00-2:00 Cindy’s Summer School Class
FRIDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Carolyn Knight
Scripture Reader- Denise Hoffman
HYMN SING: We’ve a Story to Tell to the Nations 569 UMH
PRELUDE: I Give You Praise
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: God, we praise you
P: For summer sun and laid-back days,
L: For family vacations
P: And sun-soaked walks.
L: God, we praise you
P: For fathers and mothers and all who make up our
circle of love,
L: For friends who help us, encourage us, and share life
with us,
P: For the church, which gives us a taste of heaven and a
glimpse of the Kingdom.
L: For all this…and so much more!
P: God, we praise you! GOD, WE PRAISE YOU!!
OPENING SONG: Marching to Zion Vs. 1,2,4 733 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: Exodus 20:12 & Matthew 15:1-6
MESSAGE: Dear Younger Me: Listen to Your Parents
SONG: Turn Your Eyes upon Jesus Sing Twice 349 UMH
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Precious Name Vs. 1,2,4 536 UMH
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: Standing on the Promises