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 34:1-3
I will bless the LORD at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul makes its boast in the LORD; let the humble hear and be glad. O Magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together.
IN OUR PRAYERS
The Davis Family with the loss of Sheila
Christeen Scheurenbrand & family with the loss of her brother, Harold
Levi Wojciechowski
Nancy Laurendeau
Abigail Broghammer
Darrell Sonne
Penny Wermers
Stephani Scheurenbrand
Julie Fritzemeier
Bruce Fritzemeier
Laura Barta Lindquist
Jason & Laurie Kor
Pray for the United Methodist Churches and Pastors of the Conference
that are preparing for a time of change with the season of Pastoral moves starting.
ALTAR FLOWERS
Are given in memory of Marcia Bolte whose birthday would have been today by her mother Ruth Creasey and her 4 sisters.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, or 101.3 FM 10 AM)
Is given in memory of Weir Swenson’s Birthday which would have been Thursday, June 8th by his family.
LIVESTREAM
Is given anonymously.
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.
THANK YOU
Thank you to Pastor Keith, the church staff, and the kitchen staff for their support on behalf of the Earl Davis family regarding the loss of Sheila Davis.
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.
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.
HAITI ALIVE
This week, 28 women and their families will be making houses into homes. Fedna Dieual and her family will be moving into their new home this week. In addition, each family was provided $50 for food and moving expenses. The Women’s Village is coming to life!
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
Sun., June 18th, Father’s Day
Thurs., June 22nd, Love Feast
Tues., July 4, Independence Day- Office Closed
Thurs., July 13, Love Feast
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
10:00 AM Worship
12 NOON Hispanic Church
2:00 PM MACA
MONDAY
7:00 PM Trustees
7:00 PM Troop 75
TUESDAY
4:30 PM TOPS
WEDNESDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
THURSDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
FRIDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Praise Team
Scripture Reader- Mike Vehle
Servant- Rich Stedman
GATHERING SONGS: Sing for Joy
Great Is the Lord
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: With open hearts and hands,
P: with open doors
L: The church of Jesus Christ is ready:
P: Ready to welcome us,
L: To gather us in,
P: To lift our spirits
L: And lighten our grief,
P: To double our joy
L: And deepen our awe.
P: Open Hearts, Open Hands, and Open Doors.
That’s who we are!
L: You’re welcome here…Welcome home!
OPENING SONG: Downtown
CENTERING WORDS:
CERNTERING SONG: Bind Us Together
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Rise, Shine
TIME OF PRAYER: What a Friend We Have in Jesus
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: Ephesians 4:14-16 & Hebrews 10:23-25
MESSAGE: Faith Steps: Wesley’s Top 3 – Bonus WOOAIL
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Build Your Kingdom Here
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Church on Fire
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: Church on Fire