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 63:1-3 (NRSV)
O God, you are my God, I seek you, my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water. So I have looked upon you in the sanctuary, beholding your power and glory. Because your steadfast love is better than life, my lips will praise you.
IN OUR PRAYERS
The family of Jerry Wadleigh with his loss
The family of Pearl Duba with her loss
Sharon Broghammer
Jason Kor
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for all the students, parents, and supporters traveling to tournaments, competitions, activities and events.
UMCOR SUNDAY
Next Sunday will be UMCOR Sunday or what used to be called “One Great Hour of Sharing.” This is the yearly offering that cares for the administrative costs of UMCOR, which is the United Methodist Committee on Relief. If you aren’t familiar with the mission of UMCOR it is basically the Red Cross of the UMC, caring for people and needs when and where disasters and tragedies occur all around the world. UMCOR is one of the great examples of the United Methodist connection at its best. Envelopes for the special offering will be available next Sunday. Thank you for your generosity.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM
Is given in memory of Mary Ellen Malde by her family.
LIVESTREAM
Is given in honor of Irene Swenson’s 86th birthday, which is Wednesday, March 26th given by her 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
UMCOR
MARCH “ONE THING”
Our March “One Thing” is prepackaged cookies (ex. Oreos, Chips Ahoy, Fudge Stripes, etc..) for our teachers and school staff. We want to thank them and to let them know that we appreciate the work that they do.
BUTTER BRAID SALES
Butter Braid sales will end on Wednesday, March 26th. They will be delivered to the youth on Wednesday, April 9th. This is a fundraiser for youth activities, camps, and mission trips. Contact any of our youth to place an order or call the office at 605-996-7721.
IMPACT JESUS!
Somewhere along the way, we have each felt the impact of something in our lives. Maybe it was a relationship, maybe it was the ground when you fell, maybe it was a truth or principle that changed your perspective. It could be many things…but we’ve all felt the power of impact in our lives. As a follower of Jesus, it is likely that you have felt the impact of Jesus’ love or presence in your life, maybe even through this church. These are stories that need to be told because we all want to be a part of a church that makes an impact. Pastor Keith began a sermon series that will help us all consider the impact of Jesus in our lives...and in our church. Join us each week for Impact Jesus!
50% OFF CAMP CODE
When registering for camp, don’t forget to use our 50% off church code-156161CA. There are camp pamphlets available by Becky’s office door. Or you can go online www.dakcamps.org/camps-and-events. Please let us know if you have any questions.
SERVANTS & HELPERS NEEDED
Dakotas Annual Conference (June 6-8, 2025) will be held in Mitchell on the DWU campus. The closing Ordination & Celebration of Ministry will be in our Worship Center on Sunday, June 8 at 10am. We need volunteers on Friday and Saturday to welcome attendees at the Sherman Center (DWU campus). On Sunday morning we will need volunteers to greet, welcome, provide hospitality, and help guide people to where they need to go. If you are interested in serving at DWU or here at our facility, talk to Tonya or Pastor Keith.
LUKE & ACTS IN 2025
This week’s reading is Luke chapter 12.
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.
FAITH BASED FILMS
The Odyssey Luxury 5 (formally Logan Luxury 5) Theater here in Mitchell is offering a number of faith-based films between now and Easter (April 20).
Currently showing is “The Last Supper” which includes a time frame greater than just the last supper.
The Chosen: The Last Supper (Parts 1-3)
Part 1- March 27-April 2
Part 2- April 3- April 9
Part 3- April 10-17
King of Kings- Opens April 11- An animated film based on the story of Charles Dickens
The Passion of the Christ- April 19 at 10:00 AM- The Mel Gibson directed film that portrays the final hours of Jesus’ life and his ultimate victorious resurrection.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sun., April 6, Camp Sunday
Thurs., April 10, Love Feast
Sun., April 13, Palm Sunday
Thurs., April 17, Maundy Thursday
Fri., April 18, Good Friday (Service 7pm)
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Sunday School
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Dave’s Rm S1)
10:00 AM Worship
2:00 PM Mitchell Area Concert Association
3:00 PM Cub Scouts
MONDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
6:30 PM Church Council
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
9:00 AM PALS (Nursery)
5:30 PM Love Feast
FRIDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
9-2:00 PM In A Village Baby Shower
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Christy Wilson & Song Leaders
Scripture- Pastor Keith
HYMN SINGS: Be Thou My Vision 451 UMH
A Mighty Fortress Is Our God 110 UMH
Where He Leads Me 338 UMH
Shine, Jesus, Shine 2173 TFWS
PRELUDE: How Deep the Father’s Love for Us
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Something so big
P: We can’t hold it.
L: Something so deep
P: We can’t reach it.
L: Yet it beckons.
P: God
L: Love
P: Truth
L: Peace
P: Joy
L: God is in it all
P: And God draws us here
L: To feel some light,
P: To dwell in some peace
L: To experience some love.
P: To sing with joy! Yes, God is in this place!
OPENING SONG: O How I Love Jesus (Vs.1,2,3) 170 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Tell Me the Stories of Jesus
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: Daniel 3:1-28(CEB)
MESSAGE: Impact Jesus: Faith- Filled Passion
SONG: Take Time to Be Holy (Vs.1,2) 395 UMH
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
400 UMH
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Great Is Thy Faithfulness (Vs.1,2,3) 140 UMH
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us 381 UMH