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: Romans 5:6-8
For while we were still weak, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly. Indeed, rarely will anyone die for a righteous person though- perhaps for a good person someone might actually dare to die. But God proves his love for us in that while we still were sinners Christ died for us.
IN OUR PRAYERS
The family of Duane Duba
The family of Jennifer Martin
Nancy Laurendeau
Kathy Mah
Julie Lichter
Bruce Fritzemeier
Ruth Creasey
Sharon Schryvers
Margaret Toben
Ray Lapka
Penny Wermers
Stephani Scheurenbrand
Laura Barta Lindquist
Jason & Laurie Kor
For all of our community churches as they prepare for the fall season.
LABOR DAY
The church office will be closed on Monday, September 4th in honor of Labor Day. We hope everyone has a Happy and Safe Labor Day!
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)
We do not have a sponsor this week. If you would like to sponsor the radio broadcast, please call the office.
LIVESTREAM
Is given by Mavis and Jerry Regynski.
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
Heifer International
Heifer International is on a mission to end hunger and poverty in a sustainable way by supporting and investing alongside local farmers and their communities.
SEPTEMBER “ONE THING”
Our September “One Thing” is individual packaged snacks for DWU’s student life. Suggestions would be individual wrapped crackers, fruit snacks, cookies, candy bars, etc..
FALL KICK-OFF CELEBRATION
Mark your calendars! Join us for our fall kick-off celebration on Sunday, September 10th. We will have lunch, provided by the UMC Men, pie and ice cream, provided by the United Women in Faith, and special music by Lizzy Morrison in the North parking lot following service. All are welcome!
CONFIRMATION PARENTS AND STUDENTS
All 8th grade confirmation youth and parents, we will have a short informational meeting on Sunday, September 17th at 9AM in the dining room. Please plan to attend.
SUICIDE AWARENESS MONTH
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. Stop by the connection center for more information.
TOUR DE CORN
Thank you to everyone that donated to Pastor Keith’s ride. He rode the 35-mile route last Saturday. There is still time to donate, if you would like, just let the office know. All proceeds will go towards the youth band/choir that Eliot and the youth are forming.
SUNDAY SCHOOL, CONFIRMATION & YOUTH GROUP REGISTRATION
If you have not registered your child yet, please do so as soon as you can. Each year we ask parents to register your child/youth so that we have your most current information on file. Registration is available on-line as well as hard copies available by Becky’s office door.
ADULT BIBLE STUDY
Natalie Piehl will once again have an adult bible study based on the book title Immerse: Beginnings beginning Sunday September 17th. She will offer a study on Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM and/or Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM. Books are for sale for $14.00 each. Please let Natalie know if you are interested or if you have any questions.
ADULT CLASS
Dave Mitchell’s adult class will start meeting again on September 17th at 9AM. The topic for the first classes will be the prophetic books of the Old Testament, especially the minor prophets. All are invited to participate.
IT'S NOT MY PROBLEM…OR IS IT?
We have a limited number of Bruce Blumer’s books available for a $15 suggested donation. They are available in the gathering area. If you do write a check, please make it payable to Haiti Alive.
COUNTY FAIR STAMPS & COBORN’S RECEIPTS
We are still collecting County Fair Stamps and Coborn receipts for August, September, and October. Please place them in the marked drawers at the top of the lower-level stairs.
UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023
Sun., Sept. 10, Fall Kickoff Celebration
Wed., Sept. 13, Youth Group Begins
Thurs., Sept. 14, Love Feast
Sat., Sept. 16, DWU’s Blue & White Days Parade
Sat., Sept. 16, Kernel Bowl
Sun., Sept. 17, Sunday School/Confirmation Begins
Sun., Sept 17, Confirmation Student & Parent meeting
Sun., Sept. 17, Adult Bible Studies Begin
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
10:00 AM Worship
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
9:00 AM Handbell Practice
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Nancy Nelson
Scripture- Twyla Mah
HYMN SING: Surely the Presence of the Lord 328 UMH
Freely, Freely 389 UMH
Hymn of Promise 707 UMH
This Is the Day 657 UMH
PRELUDE: Three Easy Pieces Circuit Ringers Handbells
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Here in this moment
P: Is bread to ease our hunger,
L: Water to mark our acceptance
P: God’s touch to open us up to healing,
L: A chalice to announce our forgiveness,
P: A prayer to link us with the Divine,
L: A friend to ease our loneliness,
P: And a song to awaken our joy!
L: Today in this moment
P: We come to experience the presence of God!
OPENING SONG: There’s Within My Heart a Melody 380 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: John 6:1-13 & Psalm 139:13-15
MESSAGE: Dear Younger Me: You Are Enough
COMMUNION:
Preparing Our Hearts
Preparing the Elements
Coming to the Table
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Grace Alone 2162 TFWS
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: