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 138:7-8
Whenever I am in deep trouble, you make me live again; you send your power against my enemies’ wrath; you save me with your strong hand. The LORD will do all this for my sake. Your faithful love lasts forever, LORD! Don’t let go of what your hands have made.
IN OUR PRAYERS
Pearl Duba
The Alan Schneider family
The family of Peggy Melmer
Mark Ruml
Marilyn Hakeman, Margaret Smith’s sister
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for all of the scout members and leaders in our church and in our community.
NOISY BUCKETS
Today is Noisy Bucket Sunday! All donations in the noisy buckets will go to the Mitchell School lunch program. Thank you for your generosity towards our children in need.
8th GRADE CONFIMATION CLASS
The 8th grade confirmation class will be attending the United Church of Christ (UCC) today, February 9th. We will leave at 9:45 and return to FUMC around 11am.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM
We are currently in need of sponsors for our broadcast. If you are interested in sponsoring this ministry, please call the office 996-7721.
LIVESTREAM
Today’s livestream is given by Irene Swenson and family.
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
Love Feast/Backpack
FEBRUARY “ONE THING”
Our February “One Thing” is canned soup for the Mitchell Food Pantry. The food pantry serves many families in need within our community.
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 available Sunday prior to and after worship service. This event takes a village for its success so please consider helping.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT YOUTH GROUP MEALS
Do you want to help with the YOUTH GROUP but don’t know how? One way to help is to provide supper for them. There are several Wednesday night dates open to provide a meal. Use the QR Code on the bulletin board or there is a sign-up sheet on the connection center desk.
THANKS TO MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVERS
The following people participated recently as drivers for Meals on Wheels: Kitty & Joel Allen, Nancy Boyd, Dana Byrd, Teresa Campbell-Lippert, Mary & Larry Crane, Dave & JoAnn Doering, Ella Mae Goehring, Kelly Gross, Jennifer Jacques, Barb Lapka, Larry Larson, Julie Lichter, Ila Mebius, Conni McCormick, Paul & Ellen Miskimins, Dave Mitchell, Jay Schreurs, Leana Stunes, Curt Talley, Deb Wilson, and Dave Wosje.
FAITH BEYOND__________!
As followers of Jesus the desire is that we would all experience a faith that is alive and vibrant that leads us to a closeness with God and a connection with those around us. This life of faith is intended to be something that is with us not just during Worship, Youth Group, Sunday School, or Study Group, etc. Our faith in Jesus is intended to be something that shapes and impacts our lives every day of the week. Pastor Keith’s next sermon series, beginning February 2, will help us consider five compass points that can guide us in the journey that brings faith to life! Join us for worship…and the journey!
CALIFORNIA FIRE RELIEF
We’ve all been hearing of the devastating fires out in California. 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/.
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 6.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Fri., Feb 14, Valentines Day
Thurs., Feb 27, Love Feast
Tues., Mar 4, Shrove Tuesday (serving 11-1 & 4-7)
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
3:00 PM Troop 75
MONDAY
7:00 PM Trustees
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
1:00 PM PEO
4:30 PM TOPS
6:30 PM In A Village Support Group
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
10:00 AM Family Ministry
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
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Nancy Theeler & Praise Team
Scripture- LaNora Mah
GATHERING SONGS: Waymaker
Sing for Joy
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: It is God who draws us here.
P: A yearning to praise
L: That which is bigger than us.
P: A desire to give thanks
L: For the incredible gifts of life.
P: It is God who draws us here,
L. For comfort in a bruising world,
P: To stretch us toward greater possibilities.
L: It is God who draws us here,
P: To sing and pray, to experience the living Christ!
OPENING SONG: Open the Eyes of My Heart
CENTERING WORDS:
CENTERING SONG: Let It Rise
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Faith
TIME OF PRAYER: More Like You
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: Luke 2:41-52 & Ephesians 4:11-16 CEB
MESSAGE: Faith Beyond________: Modeling Growth
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: What Faith Can Do
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: How Great Is Our God
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: How Great Is Our God