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: Colossians 3:15-17
And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in your hearts sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God. And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
IN OUR PRAYERS
The Olson family with the loss of Carl
The Lehman family with the loss of Alice
Bruce Houk
The Family of Joel Allen with the loss of his mom
Paul Talley
Theresa Campbell -Lippert
Joan Dolejsi
Laura Barta Lindquist
Hank & Bonnie Kor
Jason & Laurie Kor
Praying for our nation’s President Elect and all those who have been elected to positions of authority and leadership in our nation.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM
Is given in memory of Darrell Sonne’s 80th Birthday which would have November 19th from Karen, Kristi, Kari, Jason, Macie and Tyler.
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
Safe Place of Eastern South Dakota
NOVEMBER “ONE THING”
Our November “One Thing” is macaroni & cheese for the Salvation Army’s Christmas baskets.
CONFIRMATION WORSHIP AT HOLY FAMILY
Today, Sun., Nov. 17, the 8th Grade Confirmation Class will be attending the 10:30 am worship service at Holy Family Catholic Church. Please plan on picking your child up at our church after 11:30 am. Thanks.
COMMITMENT SUNDAY
Today, Sun., Nov. 17th is our Commitment and Consecration Sunday. Please be praying about how you wish to respond to the blessings and resources that you are stewarding on behalf of God for the support and work of our church. Commitment Cards will be available. God is at work, and we are already looking toward 2025 as being a great year of ministry and service together.
CHURCH CONFERENCE
Join us for our yearly Church Conference gathering today, Sun., Nov. 17th at 7:30 pm in the chapel. Superintendent Brandon Vetter will lead our time together. All are welcome.
LOVE FEAST NEEDS
Love Feast is needing County Fair stamps before Thanksgiving to purchase turkeys for their Christmas Meal. Roasters are also needed. Contact Carol Hasz for information or with questions. Thank you!
ADVENT SOUP LUNCHEON FUNDRAISER
The Youth will be serving soup on Sun., Dec. 1, in the Chapel following the 10 :00 am worship.
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 and candy canes for our Children’s Christmas Program which will be held on Sunday, December 8 th during worship. Donations can be dropped off at the office. Thank you!
“THE CHRISTMAS LETTERS” ADVENT STUDY
Led by Bishop Lanette, United Methodists across the area are invited to read “The Christmas Letters” by Magrey DeVega, which looks 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.
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.
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.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thurs., Nov 28, Thanksgiving Day (Office Closed)
Sun., Dec 1, First Sunday of Advent/Soup Fundraiser
Thur., Dec 5, Love Feast
Sun., Dec 8, Children’s Christmas Program
Sun., Dec 8, Service of Remembrance 2pm
Sun., Dec 22, Early Christmas Eve Service 6:30pm
Tues., Dec 24, Christmas Eve Services 4:30pm & 6:30pm
Wed., Dec 25, Merry Christmas/Office Closed
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
3:00 PM Cub Scouts
7:30 PM Church Conference
MONDAY
5-7 PM Carl Olson Visitation, Prayer Service at 6:30, Bittners
7:00 PM Finance
TUESDAY
10:30 AM Carl Olson Funeral in worship center
4:30 PM TOPS
5:30 PM Heart & Sole
6:30 PM Church Council
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
5:15 PM Communications
6:00 PM Supper/Overflow
7:00 PM Youth Group
7:00 PM Adult Bible Study (Room 103)
7:00 PM SPR
THURSDAY
1:00 PM United Women in Faith
FRIDAY
1:00 PM Pals (Nursery)
SATURDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
10:00 AM Worship Service
Order of Worship
VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Colossians 3:15-17
And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in you hearts sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God. And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Music- Nancy Nelson
Scripture- Curt Talley
HYMN SING I Love to Tell the Story #156
Many Gifts, One Spirit #114
Lord, I Lift Your Name on High TFWS #2088
His Eye Is on the Sparrow TFWS #2146
PRELUDE
GREETING
CALL TO WORSHIP
L: Day after day, an abundance of God’s love
P: flows into our world and through our lives.
L: Morning by morning, new signs of blessing;
P: a gentle rain, an awesome sunset,
L a friend’s embrace, a child’s smile,
P: a new insight, a sense of peace.
L: All around us and deep within us are signs of God’s presence.
P: How can we not sing of God’s faithfulness?
OPENING SONG Great is Thy Faithfulness (Vs 1-3) #140
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 Psalm 118:1-9; Matthew 15:32-38
MESSAGE Three Questions: Why
SONG Take My Life, and Let It Be (Vs 1,2,4) #399
SHARING OUR COMMITMENTS & RECEIVING OUR OFFERING
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS
SENDING SONG Come, Ye Thankful People, Come (Vs 1,2,4) #694
BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE