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: 1 Timothy 4:9-10 CEB
This saying is reliable and deserves complete acceptance. We work and struggle for this: “Our hope is set on the living God, who is the savior of all people, especially those who believe.”
IN OUR PRAYERS
Ellen Miskimins
Denise Hoffman
Emil Laurendeau
The Joan Usher family with her loss
The Don Schroeder family, Marge Scheurenbrand’s brother
The Norma Wilson family with her loss
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
The Hofer family
Laura Barta Lindquist
We pray for the men and women of the South Dakota Legislature and the important work they are doing in Pierre. May God give them wisdom and discernment.
SPECIAL SUNDAY ~ HUMAN RELATIONS DAY
Human Relations Day is a special Sunday across our denomination, focused on fostering better relationships and supporting community and youth outreach. On the Sunday before Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday, we celebrate and take up a special offering to help bring his vision of a “beloved community” to life. Special envelopes are available at the entrances to the worship center.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM
The radio broadcast is given anonymously this week. We are currently in need of sponsors for our broadcast. If you are interested in sponsoring this ministry, please call the office at 605-996-7721.
LIVESTREAM
Is given in honor of those who serve our church so faithfully 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
DWU Mission Trip
JANUARY “ONE THING”
For our January “One Thing”, rather than asking you to purchase something to donate we are providing the opportunity for all of us to clean out some drawers or shelf space in a closet. Life Quest is collecting gently used t-shirts that will be turned into tote bags for Mitchell Area organizations. So, if you are looking to downsize, let our January One Thing help. Bring your excess T-shirts to church and they will be recycled. Please, no T-shirts with alcohol or profanity.
SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION
Tired of the cold weather? Set your sites on warmer days ahead by planning to attend church camp! Our United Methodist camps provide a great opportunity for people of all ages to experience Christ, Community and Creation! Registration opened this week. Check out the website
https://www.dakotasumc.org/camping/camps-and-events or see Becky for more information.
SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE & SAUSAGE FEED
Save the date for our annual Shrove Tuesday pancake and sausage feed, Tuesday, March 4th. Sign-up sheets will be out soon!
CPR & AED TRAINING
We will be offering CPR & AED training for anyone that is interested. The training will be held February 3rd from 6-9pm at the church. The cost is $50. We are limited to 25 people so please RSVP tonya@downtownfirstumc.com or call the office 605- 996-7721.
CALIFORNIA FIRE RELIEF
We’ve all been hearing of the devastating fires out in California. This is likely to become the largest natural disaster in US history. If you would like to support the relief efforts to those who have been impacted by these deadly and devastating fires, you can give through UMCOR (United Methodist Committee of Relief). 100% of your gift will go to relief efforts. You can give via the following link:
https://umcmission.org/advance-project/901670/.
LEADERSHIP FORUM #3- NEW BEGINNING
Our 3rd Leadership Forum with Lin Van Hofwegen will be held on Sat., February 1st from 8:50- 1:00 pm in the chapel. Please mark your calendars and plan to join us as we continue with our work of redefining our purpose and work of ministry in our community and in the world.
WINTER CONNECTION
Winter Connection is an annual event for middle school and high school youth sponsored by the Dakotas Conference Council on Youth Ministry and will be held at our church. Winter Connection is an opportunity for youth to gather, share, worship, and serve others. All youth in grades
6-12 are invited. Youth will be spending the night at the church with other youth from around Southeast South Dakota. Please let Cindy know right away if you plan on attending and if you have any questions. The cost is free for our youth because of a generous donor.
LUKE & ACTS IN 2025
Beginning in January, Bishop Lanette is encouraging United Methodist across the Dakotas-Minnesota Area to join in a journey through Luke and Acts, reading one chapter each week. This shared experience will foster a sense of encouragement, challenge, and community as we delve into the seamless story of Jesus’ life, ministry, death, resurrection, and the Spirit’s work through the early church. Comprised of 52 chapters together, they provide a natural framework for intentional spiritual practice throughout the year. This week’s reading is Luke chapter 3.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thurs., Jan 23, Love Feast
Fri., Jan 24-25, Winter Connection
Sun., Jan 26, Youth Sunday
Sat., Feb 1, Leadership Forum w/ Lin (8:50am-Chapel)
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Sunday School
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Dave’s Rm S1, Natalie’s Rm 103)
10:00 AM Worship
1:00 PM In A Village Workday
MONDAY
7:00 PM Finance
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
5:30 PM Heart & Sole
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
6:00 PM Supper/Overflow
7:00 PM Youth Group
7:00 PM Natalie’s Bible Study (Room 103)
THURSDAY
5:30 PM Love Feast
FRIDAY
9:00 AM PALS (Nursery)
9:30 AM Joan Usher Visitation
10:30 AM Joan Usher Funeral
3:00 PM Winter Connection
SATURDAY
8:00-3:30 PM Winter Connection
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Nancy Theeler & Praise Team
Scripture- Teresa Campbell-Lippert
GATHERING SONGS: 10,000 Reasons
My Feet Are on the Rock
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Let justice roll down like a mighty stream.
P: Let peace flourish like a flowering garden.
L: Let truth stand as a mighty oak.
P: Let hope rise like yeast in bread.
L: Let kindness reign from shore to shore.
P: Let our words and deeds dance in compassionate harmony.
L. Let our songs be sung from the mountains to the seas.
P: Let them be songs of God’s love for everyone and songs of
justice for all.
OPENING SONG: We Are Called
CENTERING WORDS:
CENTERING SONG: You Are Mine
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Jesus Loves the Little Ones
TIME OF PRAYER: Potter’s Hand
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: 1 Timothy 1:12-17 (NRSV)
MESSAGE: Unbelieving Well ~ Rev. Steve Trefz
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Grace Alone
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Let There Be Peace on Earth
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: I’ve Got Peace Like a River