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: Isaiah 40:28-29
Have you not known? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable.
IN OUR PRAYERS
The family of Paul Mah with the loss of his mother, Kathy
The family of Pearl Duba
John Dolejsi
Sharon Broghammer
Jason Kor
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for all the staff of the area facilities as they care for some of the most vulnerable members of our community.
CELEBRATIONS
The birth of Gabrielle & Colin Nelson’s baby boy, Colter
The birth of Shea & Alexa William’s baby boy, Skip Gregory Williams
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.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM
We lift up all of those in need of the Lord’s healing touch, given by Ron and Sheilah Gates.
LIVESTREAM
Is given by Lou Ora Houk.
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
Our youth are selling Butter Braids. 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.
SAUSAGE FOR SALE
Thank you to everyone who helped make the Shrove Tuesday Pancake Feed possible. It was a great day with lots of great connections made and lots of smiling faces served! We have just over 100 lbs. of sausage available for sale for those who would like to keep on eating that great special recipe sausage. Most of what is available is uncooked and still frozen. For more information or to place your order, please talk to Curt Talley in the Gathering Area following worship. And again…Thank you!
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. Today, Pastor Keith begins 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!
PUZZLE PARTY
Today is the day! If you are an avid puzzle fan, come join us TODAY in the Gathering Area for a PUZZLE PARTY FUNDRAISER from 2-4:30pm. Cost is $10 per person. This money will go towards supplies and snacks for the Gathering Area. To register or for more information, please contact Leana Stunes,
605-999-5267.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT YOUTH GROUP
Next week, Wednesday, March 12th, the youth and leaders will meet at the bowling alley at 6pm. DO NOT come to the church at 6pm. The church bus will bring everyone back to the church at 7pm. Supper will be served after bowling.
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 10.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sat., Mar 22, Confirmation Retreat 8am-12noon
Thurs., Mar 27, Love Feast
Sun., April 6, Camp Sunday
Thurs., April 10, Love Feast
Sun., April 13, Palm Sunday
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Sunday School
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Dave’s Rm S1)
10:00 AM Worship
2-4:30 PM Puzzle Party Fundraiser (Gathering Area)
MONDAY
7:00 PM Trustees
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
5:00 PM Communications
6:30 PM In A Village Support Group (Nursery)
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
10:00 AM Family Ministry
6:00 PM Youth Group- Meet at the Bowling Alley
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- Jace McManus
GATHERING SONGS: In Christ Alone
Trading My Sorrows
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: There is something more,
P: Or something missing,
L: That sends us searching in the dark,
P: Looking for answers,
L: Risking a question.
P: We are drawn here
L: Because God touched us,
P: Gave us hope,
L: Whispered our name.
P: Here in this place,
L: We journey toward grace
P: And know the “something more” found in the impact
of Jesus’ presence!
OPENING SONG: Lord I Lift Your Name on High
CENTERING WORDS:
CENTERING SONG: Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Down in My Heart
TIME OF PRAYER: Glorify Thy Name
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: Mark 1:40-45
MESSAGE: Impact Jesus! Inspire
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Wonderful Counselor
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: I’m Gonna Live So God Can Use Me
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: I’m Gonna Live So God Can Use Me