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: Philippians 4:12-13
I know what it is to have little, and I know what it is to have plenty. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being well-fed and of going hungry, of having plenty and of being in need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
IN OUR PRAYERS
Norma Jean Harris
Roger Nelson
Michael D. Piehl
Roger Stunes
Lyle Swenson
Peggy Melmer
Hank & Bonnie Kor
For all the men and women serving our country in the Armed Forces.
CELEBRATIONS
The marriage of Craig and Kristi Krcil.
SUNDAY SCHOOL AND YOUTH GROUP REGISTRATION
As much as we may not be ready, Fall is right around the corner! And that means, Sunday School and Youth Group are too! Each year we ask parents to register their child/children so that we have your current information on file. Registration online will be available beginning July 15th. If you have any questions, please let us know.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM
There is not a radio broadcast sponsor for this week. If you would like to sponsor our broadcast, please let the office know.
LIVESTREAM
Is given in honor of loved ones by Ron and Sheilah Gates.
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
Mitchell Area Food Pantry
The Mitchell Area Food Pantry provides food items to households experiencing food insecurity. This program provides critical nutrition to hungry individuals and families.
JULY “ONE THING”
Our July “One Thing” is Knorr pasta or rice sides for Safe Place of Eastern South Dakota. Safe Place’s mission is to provide a safe and empowering environment for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through advocacy, education, shelter, and family support services.
FUN AND FELLOWSHIP
Join us for fun and fellowship on Sunday, August 11th@ 2pm for The Church Basement Ladies production at the Mitchell Area Community Theatre. Reserved tickets can be purchased at the church office for $16/ea. Following the play we will be having a potluck in our church basement. All are welcome to potluck, even if you didn’t go to the play.
Submit your favorite church memory in the basket in the Gathering Area for a chance to receive a free ticket. These memories may be shared on Sunday mornings.
SNACKS
The gathering area is in need of animal crackers and goldfish. If you would like to donate these items, please bring them to the church office. As always, thank you for your generosity!
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.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL- 2ND SUNDAYS
VBS Fun Days ALL Summer Long!!! No need to register, just show up!
Bring a friend, +One! For all children preschool-5th grade, 9:45-11:15am.
July 14th: “Christmas in July!” August 11th: “Destination Back-to-School! September 8th: “First Day of Sunday School and Kick-Off Celebration!”
LOVE FEAST SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Registration for school supplies is now available. Go to Love Feast of Mitchell Facebook page for the registration link and for more information.
Love Feast needs delivery helpers on the second Thursday of each month. Contact Carol Hasz for more information. 605-770-7991
WORSHIP IN THE PLAZA
Mark your calendars! We are once again having worship in the Corn Palace Plaza on Sunday, August 4th at 10am. There will be some chairs available, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. There is a parking lot to the South of the plaza and right behind the Scoreboard for easy access. If you have any questions, please call the church office. 605-996-7721
WALK TO REMEMBER
Honoring and remembering children gone too soon. Walk to Remember, Sunday, August 18th,1-4pm at Granite Springs 25840 422nd Ave, Alexandria, SD. Along the walking path will be memorial signs sharing the stories of the children being remembered. If you have any questions,
contact LeAnn Moe at 605-770-8193.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thurs., July 11, Love Feast
Sun., July 14, VBS “Christmas in July” 9:45am-11:15am
Mon., July 15, Sunday School Registration Begins
Thurs., July 18-21, Corn Palace Stampede Rodeo
Sat., July 20, Rodeo Parade
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
10:00 AM Worship
MONDAY
7:00 PM Troop 75
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
1:00 PM PEO
4:30 PM TOPS
6:30 PM In A Village Support Group
WEDNESDAY
10:00 AM Family Ministry
THURSDAY
5:30 PM Love Feast
FRIDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Christy Wilson, Carolyn Knight, and Singers
Scripture- Paula Vogel
GATHERING SONGS: America the Beautiful 696 UMH
America 697 UMH
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: With glad and grateful hearts,
P: With joy-filled thanksgiving,
L: Flowing from sea to shining sea,
P: We gather this day
L: To sing a song of praise
P: To God
L: For our great country
P: For this amazing world
L: And today we seek to live in
P: Your love and peace for all humanity!
OPENING SONG: God of the Ages Vs.1,2,4 698 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: This Land is Your Land
TIME OF PRAYER: Jesus, Draw Me Close 2159 TFWS
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: 2 Corinthians 12:2-10
MESSAGE: Celebrating Weakness in an Airbrushed World
Rev. Steve Trefz
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: God Bless America
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: God Bless America