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 25:4-5
Make your ways known to me, LORD; teach me your paths. Lead me in your truth-teach it to me-because you are the God who saves me. I put my hope in you all day long.
IN OUR PRAYERS
The Heisinger family with the loss of Ron Riley Jr.
The Vickers family with the loss of Darlene
The Melmer family with the loss of Peggy’s son, Robert
The Kost family with the loss of Kelly’s dad, Erwin Kost
Alice Lehman
Joan Dolejsi
Eldora Hasz
Laura Barta Lindquist
George Breidenbach
Stephani Scheurenbrand
Hank & Bonnie Kor
Jason & Laurie Kor
Praying for all those who are striving to make God’s word a part of their lives.
ALL SAINTS SUNDAY
Sunday, November 3rd is a time when we celebrate those who have passed and the legacy of faithfulness they have shared. Please join us as we remember those who have passed this last year with pastor officiating those services and/or committals.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM
Is given in memory of Marie Swenson whose birthday is October 31st,
by Irene Swenson.
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 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
Haiti- LaGonave
OCTOBER “ONE THING”
Our October “One Thing” is stove top stuffing for the Mitchell Area Food Pantry Thanksgiving baskets.
NOVEMBER “ONE THING”
Our November “One Thing” will be macaroni & cheese for the Salvation Army’s Christmas baskets.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT YOUTH GROUP MEALS
Do you want to help our YOUTH GROUP but don’t know how? One way to help is by providing a Wednesday night supper for them. Use the QR Code on the bulletin board or there is a sign-up sheet on the connection center desk. Please reach out to Becky if you have any questions.
SHOEBOX CHRISTMAS
Only One Tag Remains! You are all amazing! Thank you! You are helping make Christmas special for children in need. The deadline to return the shoe boxes is Sunday, November 3rd. Please reach out to Becky if you have any questions.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Sunday, November 17th at 7:30pm we will hold our church conference. More information to come. All are welcome.
NEW SERMON SERIES “THREE QUESTIONS”
Join us for worship the next three Sundays, beginning November 3, as Pastor Keith will start a new sermon series called “Three Questions.” Who? What? Why? Join us to hear the rest of the question and then consider how you would answer it. We all have a story to tell!
HELP WANTED
We are seeking a self-motivated individual to fill the position of full-time custodian. The custodian will be responsible for maintaining the church building and premises. Candidate should have janitorial and basic maintenance skills and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Apply in person at FUMC or email tonya@downtownfirstumc.com. Wage is dependent on experience. A full list of duties and responsibilities are available upon request.
MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVERS NEEDED
Our church has been asked to provide drivers for Meals on Wheels for the period of Dec. 2 through Jan. 10. If you are willing to drive at some point during that period, contact Dave Mitchell at 605-999-8435 or
605-996-5977, or call the church office at 605-996-7721. If you would like more information about what is involved, please call Dave Mitchell.
BISHOP’S THANKSGIVING OFFERING
This year’s Bishops Thanksgiving Offering is for United States Hurricane Response through the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) Domestic Disaster Relief Fund. We invite you to be a part of this powerful connectional ministry. There is a table with a locked box in the gathering area for your donations, there is a QR Code on the box if you prefer to give directly.
CHRISTMAS PROGRAM CANDY
We are accepting candy for our Children’s Christmas Program which will be held on Sunday, December 8th during worship. Donations can be dropped off at the office. Thank you!
THANK YOU CARD
Dan’s last day as our facility manager will be Thursday, October 31st. There is a thank you card in the gathering area on one of the high tables, you are invited to sign it and wish him well. We appreciate all he has done for our church, and he will be greatly missed.
DO UNTO OTHER T-SHIRTS ARE HERE!
If you ordered a Do Unto Others T-shirt they have arrived. You may pick yours up from Denise Hoffman prior to service on Sunday, she will be in the gathering area, or you can stop by the office during normal business hours.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sun., Nov 3, All Saints Sunday
Mon., Nov 11, Veterans Day (Office Closed)
Thurs., Nov 14, Love Feast
Sun., Nov 17, Church Conference 7:30pm
Thurs., Nov 28, Thanksgiving Day (Office Closed)
Sun., Dec 1, First Sunday of Advent
Thur., Dec 5, Love Feast
Sun., Dec 8, Children’s Christmas Program
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Natalie’s Rm 103, Dave’s Rm S1)
9:00 AM Sunday School/Confirmation
10:00 AM Worship
1:00 PM In A Village Workday
MONDAY
7:00 PM Troop 75
TUESDAY
9:00 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
WEDNESDAY
6:00 PM Supper/Overflow
7:00 PM Youth Group
7:00 PM Adult Bible Study (Room 103)
THURSDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
FRIDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
10:00 AM United Women in Faith
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Nancy Nelson
Scripture- Kristy Szabo
HYMN SING: This Is The Day 657 UMH
Just a Closer Walk with Thee 2158 TFWS
I Have Decided to Follow Jesus 2129 TFWS
Jesus Calls Us 398 UMH
PRELUDE:
GREETING:
A WORD TO OUR CHURCH FAMILY:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: There is something deeper than trouble;
P: It is mercy.
L: God’s amazing grace;
P: Carrying, lifting, holding us in all seasons.
L: There is something more powerful than despair;
P: It is mercy.
L: God’s amazing love;
P: Seeing us through dark nights, waves of sadness,
mountains of grief.
L: There is something longer lasting than pain;
P: It is mercy.
L: God’s healing touch;
P: Bringing us hope, leading us to joy, encouraging us to sing!
OPENING SONG: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms 133 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 is in heaven, honored be your name. Your kingdom come; your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us, not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For yours, God, is the Kingdom, and the power, and the glory, now and forever. Amen
SCRIPTURE: Psalm 27, Ephesians 4:21-24, Mark 1:35 (CEB)
MESSAGE: Life, Faith, & Recovery: Praying
SONG: Lord, Be Glorified 2150 TFWS
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Change My Heart, O God 2152 TFWS
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: