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: Hebrews 12:1-2
Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight and the sin that clings to closely, and let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who for the sake of the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God.
IN OUR PRAYERS
The Lehman family with the loss of Alice
The Sherard family with the loss of Clifford
Theresa Campbell -Lippert
Joan Dolejsi
Laura Barta Lindquist
Stephani Scheurenbrand
Hank & Bonnie Kor
Jason & Laurie Kor
Praying for our nation, all the candidates running for office, and for a kindness filled election.
ALL SAINTS SUNDAY
Today during worship service, we will take time to celebrate those who have passed and the legacy of faithfulness they have shared. Pastor Keith and Short will read the names of those individuals that Pastor Keith officiated the service and/or committal. If family members are present, please take a carnation in memory of your loved one.
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS
Daylight Saving time ends Sunday, November 3rd. Don’t forget to set your clocks back Saturday night.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM
Is given by Richard Naser.
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 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
Safe Place of Eastern South Dakota
NOVEMBER “ONE THING”
Our November “One Thing” is 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.
CHARGE CONFERENCE
Join us for our yearly Charge Conference gathering on Sunday, November 17th at 7:30pm in the chapel. Superintendent Brandon Vetter will lead our time together. All are welcome.
NEW SERMON SERIES “THREE QUESTIONS”
Join us for worship the next three Sundays, beginning today 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!
THE CHRISTMAS LETTERS ADVENT STUDY
Plan now to participate in the 2024 Advent Study led by Bishop Lanette. In this study, United Methodists across the area are invited to read “The Christmas Letters” by Magrey DeVega, which has us looking at a special set of letters-Romans, 1 John, Philippians, and Colossians- written to the earliest believers about the incarnation. Discussions will be held via zoom on Tuesday evenings, Nov.26-Dec.17. To register use the following link https://www.dakotasumc.org/resources/forms/3087. The Zoom link will be sent the week before the study begins. Order your book now in paperback or e-book from Amazon, Barnes and Nobles, or Cokesbury.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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
Sun., Dec 8, Service of Remembrance 2pm
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 Alice Lehman visitation, prayer service at 2:30pm
MONDAY
10:00 AM Alice Lehman’s Funeral
1:00 PM Round Table
TUESDAY
9:00 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
8:00 AM Oral Interpretation
6:00 PM Supper/Overflow
7:00 PM Youth Group
7:00 PM Adult Bible Study (Room 103)
THURSDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
FRIDAY
9:00 AM Pals (Nursery)
SATURDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Praise Team
Scripture- Jayne Barnard
GATHERING SONGS: Let There Be Peace on Earth
Leaning on the Everlasting Arms
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: We remember, O God…
P: The countless saints of history who have blazed a trail
of courage through time,
L: We remember, O God…
P: The tender touch of loved ones, the example of heroes, the
healing words of comforters, the remarkable acts of
fearless ones.
L: We remember, O God…
P: The gentle strength of grandmothers, the loyalty of friends,
the kindness of strangers, the joy of children, the
sacrifice of parents.
L: We remember, O God…
P: The supreme love of Jesus, the blessing of his Spirit, the
reminder of his words, the sharing of his suffering, his
sharing in our suffering, and the glory of his resurrection.
L: We remember in every time and place the saints of God who
have shown us the Lord.
P: Since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses…
let us worship God with joy!
OPENING SONG: For All the Saints
CENTERING WORDS:
CENTERING SONG: In This Very Room
CENTERING PRAYER:
REMEMBERING THE SAINTS: see insert or names on the screen
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: He Is the King of Kings
TIME OF PRAYER: All Who Are Thirsty
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: Genesis 1:26-31, 2:4b-15
MESSAGE: Three Questions: Who
COMMUNION:
Preparing Our Hearts
Preparing the Elements
Coming to the Table
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: All Night, All Day
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: All Night, All Day