Bulletin, May 22nd, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Romans 12:4-6

 For as in one body, we have many members and not all the members have the same function, so we, who are many, are one body in Christ, and individually we are members one of another. We have gifts that differ according to the grace given to us.

Music – Praise Team

Scripture Reader – Paul Miskimins

Servants – Rich Stedman                                    

GATHERING SONGS Everlasting God

                                 Let’s Just Praise the Lord

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 I Will Call Upon the Lord

CENTERING WORDS

CENTERING SONG Sanctuary

CENTERING PRAYER                     

CHILDREN’S MOMENT I’m God’s Kid  

BAPTISM Ryker Carl Lorang

            I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry

            Baptismal Covenant II UMH-39-43 #1,3,4,8,11,16       

            I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry

TIME OF PRAYER Hear Us As We Pray

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 1 Samuel 16:1-13 & 1 Timothy 4:11-16

MESSAGE Little Things: Overlooked

SONG You Are My All in All

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG I’m Gonna Live So God Can Use Me (vs. 1)                        

*BENEDICTION 2022 Breakthrough Prayer

POSTLUDE I’m Gonna Live So God Can Use Me (vs. 4 &1)

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Mona Skidmore

Pam Uecker

Joan Dolejsi

Ray Lapka

Laura Barta Lindquist

Jason & Laurie Kor

Hank & Bonnie Kor

Missy Sagmoe, Heidi Swenson’s sister

Monica Lichter, the wife of Joe & Julie Lichter’s (Jenkins) nephew

The Smith family in the death of Frances Smith

All the graduates (High School, College, etc.) from our church family and the community.

LIVESTREAM

Is given in honor of MHS graduates by Kevin & Becky Riggs & family.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

Is given in memory of Shirley Hammrich, whose 91st birthday would have been on May 25th, by Kevin & Becky Riggs & family.

May Mission of the Month:

Heart & Sole and Abbott House

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

ALTAR ROSE

The altar rose is given in honor of the baptism of Ryker Carl Lorang.

MAY “ONE THING”

For our May “One Thing” we are collecting donations for the Dakotas Conference 2022 Miracle Offering: Wings for Wellness. This year, the money is going to support mental health in the Native American communities in our area. The week of May 1st-May 7th we will be collecting any lose change. May 8th-14th we will be collecting $1 bills. May 15th-21st will be $5 bills. May 22nd -28th will be $10 bills. And the last week, May 29th-31st, will be any donation you would like to make. You can place the money in the “One Thing” buckets placed in the gathering area and both worship center entrances. Thank you!

BLOOD PRESSURE

After worship today, Sunday, May 22nd, Cindy Edwards will be taking people’s blood pressure in the gathering area on behalf of the Health Ministry Team. Anyone is welcome to have their blood pressure taken.

LUMINARIES FOR SALE

On Sunday, June 5th, the Health Ministry Team will be selling luminaries for the Heart & Sole Cancer Walk/Run for $5 each in the gathering area. The cancer walk/run is being held at Hitchcock Park on Friday, June 17th at 6:30pm.

ANNUAL CONFERENCE

The Dakotas Annual Conference is quickly approaching. This year's gathering is June 9-11 in Bismarck, North Dakota. Our church is allowed to have a total of 5 lay delegates to AC. We have 4 and need one more. There are funds available to help with registration and other motel costs. If you are interested, please talk to Pastor Keith very soon. Registration closes soon.

PRAYER REQUEST BOX

With so much uncertainty, anxiety, and sickness in our world today, one thing that is certain is that God is only a prayer away. From now on, there will be a “Prayer Box” table in the gathering area. Everyone is encouraged to list prayer needs for friends, family, or yourself. These requests can be marked as “confidential” or “public.” Confidential prayer concerns will be shared only with Pastor Keith or Short Larson, Congregational Care.

CHURCH DIRECTORY PICTURES

We are still taking pictures after worship, this Sunday, May 22nd, and every Sunday throughout May. If you have not already, please go the tech room to have your picture taken for the church directory.

CLEAN COMEDY FOR A CAUSE

Clean Comedy for a Cause, featuring comedian Tim Boyd, is a fundraiser event for LaGonave Alive on Sunday, Sept. 11, starting at 6:30pm, at the Central Church in Sioux Falls. Their goal is to raise funds for their new Women's Village (building homes for women and their children) and scholarship support for their school. For more information or to purchase tickets, click here.

BETT’S ROAD CAMPING RETREAT

Youth need to sign up with Cindy if they are participating in the Betts Road Camping Retreat on May 24-26. Her phone is 605-999-9680 and email is Cindy.Bierman@k12.sd.us. Also, if you would like to ride horses during the retreat, we need parents to fill out a form. The forms are in the church office.

FAMILY CAMP...THE MOVIE

The Skit Guy's upcoming film, Family Camp, is being pushed back and will now be coming to Mitchell on June 3rd-9th. We are still planning on having a group go but we will NOT be going on May 24th as previously planned. We will have more details on when we are getting a group together at a later date but if you are interested in going, please let the office know.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for May, June, & July. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2022

It’s back! We are having in-person VBS this year for this first time since Covid!! The theme for this years Vacation Bible School is “Hay Day.” On Friday, June 10th, there will be a family hoedown meal from 5:30-6pm and activities from 6-7:30pm. On Saturday, June 11th, there will be activities from 9-11am, including a snack. On Sunday, June 12th, there will be a VBS celebration during worship with a fun fellowship to follow. You can register at the registration table outside the Family Ministry office or you can register online by clicking here. Please note that if you would like your child to have a VBS t-shirt, register by Memorial Day weekend so there is enough time to order. Thank you!

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY

9:30 AM             Worship

12 PM                Hispanic Church

MONDAY           NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM            Staff Meeting

1 PM                  Mission Kits

2 PM                  Youth Camping Retreat at Bett’s Campground Begins

4:30 PM             TOPS

6:30 PM             Church Council

WEDNESDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

THURSDAY   

3 PM                  End of Youth Camping Retreat

FRIDAY             NO EVENTS SCHEDULED        

SATURDAY      NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, May 15th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Matthew 11:28-30

 “Come to me, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.  Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.  For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

Music – Denise Fox

Scripture Reader – Conni McCormick

Servants – Rich Stedman                                     

HYMN SING God Will Take Care of You (130)

                    Crown Him With Many Crowns (327)

                    Precious Name (536)

                    Christ For the World We Sing (568)

PRELUDE

GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP

L:  Rise up!

P: There is joy all around.

L:  Stand tall!

P: Hope is alive!

L:  Lift your hands in praise.

P: Death has lost its sting.

L:  Smile!

P:  Even though you know some pain.

L:  Sing a joy-filled song!

P:  For new life is found in this place!

OPENING SONG Great is thy Faithfulness UMH-140

CENTERING PRAYER                           

CHILDREN’S MOMENT Jesus Loves Me

TIME OF PRAYER

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 24:13-35

MESSAGE Little Things: Breaking Bread

SONG Open Our Eyes, Lord TFWS-2086

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG Because He Lives UMH-364                        

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Ray Lapka 

Laura Barta Lindquist

Jason & Laurie Kor

Hank & Bonnie Kor

Missy Sagmoe, Heidi Swenson’s sister

Monica Lichter, the wife of Joe & Julie Lichter’s (Jenkins) nephew

Carolyn Knight in the death of her aunt

The Lanners family in the death of Barbara Lanners

The McLean family in the death of Donna McLean

All the graduates (High School, College, etc.) from our church family and the community.

LIVESTREAM

Is given in memory of a loving husband, attentive dad, community leader, outstanding engineer, and all-around good soul, Harlan Quenzer, who passed to be with God on May 17th, 2019. By Jan, Rob, Michelle, Ann, Mary, Ali, Abby, Nadia, Kaelyn, Natalie, Barry, & Kinslee (Harlan’s family).

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

There is not a sponsor for this week’s radio broadcast

May Mission of the Month:

Heart & Sole and Abbott House

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

MAY “ONE THING”

For our May “One Thing” we are collecting donations for the Dakotas Conference 2022 Miracle Offering: Wings for Wellness. This year, the money is going to support mental health in the Native American communities in our area. The week of May 1st-May 7th we will be collecting any lose change. May 8th-14th we will be collecting $1 bills. May 15th-21st will be $5 bills. May 22nd -28th will be $10 bills. And the last week, May 29th-31st, will be any donation you would like to make. You can place the money in the “One Thing” buckets placed in the gathering area and both worship center entrances. Thank you!

PRAYER REQUEST BOX

With so much uncertainty, anxiety, and sickness in our world today, one thing that is certain is that God is only a prayer away. From now on, there will be a “Prayer Box” table in the gathering area. Everyone is encouraged to list prayer needs for friends, family, or yourself. These requests can be marked as “confidential” or “public.” Confidential prayer concerns will be shared only with Pastor Keith or Short Larson, Congregational Care.

HEALTH MINISTRY TEAM

The Health Ministry Team is having a meeting on Tuesday, May 17th at 6pm here at the church.

TECH VOLUNTEERS

We are looking for someone who has some technical knowledge to help run the tech booth on Sunday mornings. If you are interested in helping with this ministry, please contact Johanna at 605-996-7721 or johanna@downtownfirstumc.com.

CHURCH DIRECTORY PICTURES

We are still taking pictures after worship, this Sunday, May 15th, and every Sunday throughout May. If you have not already, please go the tech room to have your picture taken for the church directory.

CLEAN COMEDY FOR A CAUSE

Clean Comedy for a Cause, featuring comedian Tim Boyd, is a fundraiser event for LaGonave Alive on Sunday, Sept. 11, starting at 6:30pm, at the Central Church in Sioux Falls. Their goal is to raise funds for their new Women's Village (building homes for women and their children) and scholarship support for their school. For more information or to purchase tickets, click here.

BETT’S ROAD CAMPING RETREAT

Youth need to sign up with Cindy if they are participating in the Betts Road Camping Retreat on May 24-26. Her phone is 605-999-9680 and email is Cindy.Bierman@k12.sd.us. Also, if you would like to ride horses during the retreat, we need parents to fill out a form. The forms are in the church office.

FAMILY CAMP...THE MOVIE

The Skit Guys are starring in their first feature film called Family Camp!  It's coming to Logan Luxury 5 Theater on May 20th.  We're considering arranging a family outing from our church for Tuesday, May 24 for the 7:00 pm show. Tickets are $5 and a popcorn and pop is $5 for their Tuesday special. If you'd be interested in attending, please talk to Becky or Johanna.

FAITH STORIES

Cindy is looking for people who are willing to share their faith stories with the youth group at our camping retreat at Bett's Campground the evening of May 25.  If you would like to share, please contact her, 605-999-9680.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for May, June, & July. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2022

It’s back! We are having in-person VBS this year for this first time since Covid!! The theme for this years Vacation Bible School is “Hay Day.” On Friday, June 10th, there will be a family hoedown meal from 5:30-6pm and activities from 6-7:30pm. On Saturday, June 11th, there will be activities from 9-11am, including a snack. On Sunday, June 12th, there will be a VBS celebration during worship with a fun fellowship to follow. You can register at the registration table outside the Family Ministry office or you can register online by clicking here.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY

9:30 AM          Worship

12 PM             Hispanic Church

MONDAY

6:30 PM          Boy Scouts       

7 PM               Finance

TUESDAY       

4:30 PM            TOPS

6 PM                 Health Ministry Team

WEDNESDAY

9:30 PM            Staff Meeting

THURSDAY   

1 PM               UMW

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED        

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, May 8th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

Mother’s Day & Graduation Sunday

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Proverbs 1:8-9

My child, listen when your father corrects you. Don’t neglect your mother’s instruction. What you learn from them will crown you with grace and be a chain of honor around your neck.

Music – Praise Team

Scripture Reader – Rich Stedman

Servants – Rich Stedman                                      

GATHERING SONGS Children of God

GREETING

OPENING SONG Forever

MOTHER’S DAY VIDEO The Flower Shop

CENTERING SONG In This Very Room

CENTERING PRAYER                                

CHILDREN’S MOMENT I’m God’s Kid

HONORING OF GRADUATES

TIME OF PRAYER Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 Numbers 13:1-2; 25-33

MESSAGE Little Things: Perceptions

SPECIAL MUSIC Beautiful One Solo-Nicole Chenoweth

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG All Night, All Day                       

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Joan Dolejsi

Lyle Swenson

Marge Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

Mona Skidmore

Jason & Laurie Kor

Hank & Bonnie Kor

Paula Vogel

Carolyn Knight in the death of her aunt

The Lanners family in the death of Barbara Lanners

The McLean family in the death of Donna McLean

Rick and Rhonda Hartman family for comfort in the death of Rick's Dad, Bruce Hartman

For farmers and all those working out in the fields

LIVESTREAM

Is given in loving memory of Ted Ebel, whose birthday would have been May 11. As well as our mother & grandmother, Virgie Montgomery, and Ray Montgomery, Clay Theodore Matthews, Randee (Ebel) Brown, Terry Butler, and all loved ones by Karen Ebel, Sandy & John Butler, Peg Larson, and Jaimie Larson and families.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

Is given in memory of all who have gone before us who are waiting.

May Mission of the Month:

Heart & Sole and Abbott House

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

MOTHERS DAY FLOWERS

In honor of Mother’s Day, we have flowers available for all the women today. Please feel free to take a flower. They are located at both worship center entrances.

GRADUATION CELEBRATION

Sunday May 8th, we are celebrating all the high school graduates in our church. Please join the graduates in the gathering area for cake after worship.

MAY “ONE THING”

For our May “One Thing” we are collecting donations for the Dakotas Conference 2022 Miracle Offering: Wings for Wellness. This year, the money is going to support mental health in the Native American communities in our area. The week of May 1st-May 7th we will be collecting any lose change. May 8th-14th we will be collecting $1 bills. May 15th-21st will be $5 bills. May 22nd -28th will be $10 bills. And the last week, May 29th-31st, will be any donation you would like to make. You can place the money in the “One Thing” buckets placed in the gathering area and both worship center entrances. Thank you!

PRAYER REQUEST BOX

With so much uncertainty, anxiety, and sickness in our world today, one thing that is certain is that God is only a prayer away. Starting this Sunday, May 8th, there will be a “Prayer Box” table in the gathering area. Everyone is encouraged to list prayer needs for friends, family, or yourself. These requests can be marked as “confidential” or “public.” Confidential prayer concerns will be shared only with Pastor Keith or Short Larson, Congregational Care.

BETT’S ROAD CAMPING RETREAT

Youth need to sign up with Cindy if they are participating in the Betts Road Camping Retreat on May 24-26. Her phone is 605-999-9680 and email is Cindy.Bierman@k12.sd.us.

FAMILY CAMP...THE MOVIE

The Skit Guys, who produced today's Mother's Day Video, are starring in their first feature film called Family Camp!  It's coming to Logan Luxury 5 Theater on May 20th.  We're considering arranging a family outing from our church for Tuesday, May 24 for the 7:00 pm show. Tickets are $5 for their Tuesday special. If you'd be interested in attending, please talk to Becky or Johanna.

BRUCE BLUMER Q&A

Author, Bruce Blumer, will speak and answer questions about his book, Mighty Winds and Gentle Whispers the Purpose and Power of the Holy Spirit. Join him May 11th at 5:30pm in the chapel. Bruce will also speak about his latest trip to Haiti.

CHURCH DIRECTORY PICTURES

We are still taking pictures after worship, this Sunday, May 8th, and every Sunday throughout May. If you have not already, please go the tech room to have your picture taken for the church directory.

FAITH STORIES

Cindy is looking for people who are willing to share their faith stories with the youth group at our camping retreat at Bett's Campground the evening of May 25.  If you would like to share, please contact her, 605-999-9680.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for May, June, & July. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2022

It’s back! We are having in-person VBS this year for this first time since Covid!! The theme for this years Vacation Bible School is “Hay Day.” On Friday, June 10th, there will be a family hoedown meal from 5:30-6pm and activities from 6-7:30pm. On Saturday, June 11th, there will be activities from 9-11am, including a snack. On Sunday, June 12th, there will be a VBS celebration during worship with a fun fellowship to follow. You can register at the registration table outside the Family Ministry office or by contact Becky at 605-996-7721 or becky@downtownfirstumc.com.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY

9:30 AM          Worship

12 PM             Hispanic Church

MONDAY       

7 PM               Trustees

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

7 PM                Communications Team

WEDNESDAY

5:30 PM            Bruce Blumer Q & A

7 PM                 Youth

THURSDAY   

5:30 PM            Love Feast

7 PM                 SPR

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED       

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, May 1st, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

Confirmation Sunday

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Galatians 2:19-20

For through the law, I died to the law, so that I might live to God. I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.

Music – Denise Fox

Scripture Reader – Mary Ellen Jepsen

Children’s Moment – Becky Koch

Servants – Rich Stedman                                 

PRELUDE

GREETING

OPENING SONG We Are Climbing Jacobs Ladder (vs. 1, 2, 3, 4) UMH 418

CENTERING PRAYER                              

CHILDREN’S MOMENT

TIME OF PRAYER

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 Matthew 13:31-32 & 17:20b

MESSAGE Little Things: Mustard Seeds

SONG O How I Love Jesus (vs. 1 & 2) UMH 170

CONFIRMATION & RECEPTION

            Baptismal Covenant 1 1-4, 12, 14, 15, 16 UMH 33

COMMUNION

Preparing Our Hearts Statement of Faith-UC of Canada UMH 883

            Preparing the Elements

            Receiving Communion

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG I Have Decided to Follow Jesus 2129                     

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

 Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Joan Dolejsi

Lyle Swenson

Marge Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

Mona Skidmore

Jason & Laurie Kor

Hank & Bonnie Kor

For the Hanson family in the death of DeWayne Hanson

Rick and Rhonda Hartman family for comfort in the death of Rick's Dad, Bruce Hartman

For rain during this spring season

LIVESTREAM

Is given by Janice Northrup

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

Is given in memory of my parents, Frank & Evelyn Wingfield, by John & Mary Wingfield.

May Mission of the Month:

Heart & Sole and Abbott House

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

CONFIRMATION CELEBRATION

This Sunday, May 1st, is Confirmation Sunday. Please join the Confirmands in the gathering area for cake after worship.

MAY “ONE THING”

For our May “One Thing” we are collecting donations for the Dakotas Conference 2022 Miracle Offering. This year, the money is going to support mental health in the Native American communities in our area. The week of May 1st-May 7th we will be collecting any lose change. May 8th-14th we will be collecting $1 bills. May 15th-21st will be $5 bills. May 22nd -28th will be $10 bills. And the last week, May 29th-31st, will be any donation you would like to make. You can place the money in the “One Thing” box in the gathering area. Thank you!!

NATIVE AMERICAN MINISTRIES SUNDAY

May 1st is Native American Ministries Sunday, where we partner with other UMC congregations in a special offering to support United Methodist ministries of Native Americans. One of denomination’s six special offerings, Native American Ministries Sunday equips and empowers Native American pastors, congregations, and seminary students to do what only they can do: authentically worship and serve Jesus. Half of our gifts stay with local ministries in this annual conference and half support the work of Native American United Methodist ministries nationally. To give, write a check to our church with “NAMS” in the memo line and place it in the offering. To give online or set up monthly giving, go to UMC.org/SSGive.

CHURCH DIRECTORY PICTURES

We are still taking pictures after worship, this Sunday, May 1st. If you have not already, please go the tech room to have your picture taken for the church directory.

LITTLE THINGS!!

This Sunday, May 1st, Pastor Keith will start a new sermon series called “Little Things!”  In this series we’ll be unpacking some of the “Little Things” told in the Bible that can make a big difference in life and faith.  This Sunday Pastor Keith will be talking about mustard seeds and what Jesus had to say about them in relation to our faith.  

PUPPY CHOW FUNDRAISER

There are bags of puppy chow for sale in the office for $2.50 each or a free will donation. All the proceeds go to support the Dakota Wesleyan mission trip to Peru.

FAITH STORIES

Cindy is looking for people who are willing to share their faith stories with the youth group at our camping retreat at Bett's Campground the evening of May 25.  If you would like to share, please contact her, 605-999-9680.

LOVE FEAST NEEDS

We are looking for appropriate magazines to put out during Love Feast. Please bring them to the church office. Thank you.

GATHERING AREA NEEDS

The gathering area team is looking for donations of goldfish crackers and sugar packets. If you would like to donate, please bring the items to the church office.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2022

It’s back! We are having in-person VBS this year for this first time since Covid!! The theme for this years Vacation Bible School is “Hay Day.” On Friday, June 10th, there will be a family hoedown meal from 5:30-6pm and activities from 6-7:30pm. On Saturday, June 11th, there will be activities from 9-11am, including a snack. On Sunday, June 12th, there will be a VBS celebration during worship with a fun fellowship to follow. You can register at the registration table outside the Family Ministry office or by contact Becky at 605-996-7721 or becky@downtownfirstumc.com.

HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR RECOGNITION SUNDAY

High School Senior recognition Sunday is May 8th. Parents, if you have a senior, you should have received a letter from the church. Please fill out the required information and photos and bring it to the church office or email it to johanna@downtownfirstumc.com if you would like your child to be included.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for May, June, & July. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School-Last Sunday School of the year

12 PM             Hispanic Church

MONDAY        NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

TUESDAY       NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

WEDNESDAY

9:30 AM            Staff Meeting

5:30 PM            Family Ministries Team

7 PM                 Conni’s Lenten Study

7 PM                 Youth Group

THURSDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

FRIDAY         NO EVENTS SCHEDULED          

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, April 24th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

Family Ministry Appreciation Sunday

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Proverbs 22:6

Train children in the right way, and when old, they will not stray.

Music – Praise Team   

Scripture Reader – Paul Szabo

Servants – Rich Stedman                                      

GATHERING SONG Waymaker

GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP

L:  The Lord is risen.

P:  He is risen indeed!

L:  The Lord is alive in our world.

P:  Jesus is alive all around us!

L:  The Lord is living within me!

P:  Christ is living within us!

L:  Today new hope and new life is possible!

P:  Yes, the resurrection changes everything!

L:  The Lord is risen!

P:  He is risen indeed!

OPENING SONG That’s Why We Praise Him

CENTERING WORDS

CENTERING SONG There’s a Spirit of Love in This Place

CENTERING PRAYER                              

CHILDREN’S MOMENT & FAMILY MINISTRY APPRECIATION

He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands

BAPTISIM

Baptismal Covenant II Pages 39-43 #1,3,4,8,11,16 UMH

TIME OF PRAYER To Know You More

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 John 20:19-31; Philippians 1:3-6; 1 Thessalonians 5:11

MESSAGE Where 2 or 3 are Gathered: Believe, Receive…Together!

SONG Grace Alone

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG They Will Know We Are Christians (vs. 1&2)                      

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE They Will Know We Are Christians (vs. 3&4)

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Paul Mah

Laura Barta Lindquist

Mona Skidmore

Jason & Laurie Kor

Hank & Bonnie Kor

For the Neugebauer & Moe family in the death of Vernon Neugebauer

For the Hanson family in the death of DeWayne Hanson

For rain during this spring season

LIVESTREAM

Is given in hopes of world peace by Dave & JoAnn Doering

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

There is not a sponsor for this week’s radio broadcast

April Mission of the Month:

Mission Kits

ALTAR ROSE

The altar rose is given in honor of the baptism of Charolette Jaye Schulz.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

CHURCH DIRECTORY PICTURES

We are still taking pictures after worship, this Sunday, the 24th. If you have not already, please go the tech room to have your picture taken for the church directory.

UNDERSTANDING OUR GRIEF GROUP

Understanding Our Grief is a grief support group being held every Sunday through May 15th (excluding Easter) at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church gathering space from 6-8pm. The sessions will include short videos, lessons, guest speakers, group discussions and snacks. For more information you can contact Jan Quenzer at 605-770-9316.

PUPPY CHOW FUNDRAISER

There are bags of puppy chow for sale in the office for $2.50 each or a free will donation. All the proceeds go to support the Dakota Wesleyan mission trip to Peru.

FAITH STORIES

Cindy is looking for people who are willing to share their faith stories with the youth group at our camping retreat at Bett's Campground the evening of May 25.  If you would like to share, please contact her, 605-999-9680.

LOVE FEAST NEEDS

We are looking for appropriate magazines to put out during Love Feast. Please bring them to the church office. Thank you.

GATHERING AREA NEEDS

The gathering area team is looking for donations of goldfish crackers and sugar packets. If you would like to donate, please bring the items to the church office.

COMMUNION ELEMENTS

Next Sunday, May 1st, is a communion Sunday. There are communion elements available to take for anyone who is worshipping at home. They will be available this Sunday, the 24th, and throughout the rest of the week.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL DATES

Parents, this year’s Vacation Bible School is being held on the evening of June 10th and the morning of June 11th, with a celebration during worship on June 12th. Mark your calendars and we hope to see you there! 

MISSION KITS

Calling all folks interested in putting Mission Kits together. We will be meeting on April 26th, Tuesday, at 1 pm in the Mission room downstairs to put health kits together. Donations of hand towels, washcloths, regular size bar of soap (no Ivory) and bandages accepted. Hope to see you then.

CONFIRMATION SUNDAY

Please note that next Sunday, May 1st, is Confirmation Sunday. There will be a practice for the Confirmands on Saturday, April 30th at noon here at the church.

HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR RECOGNITION SUNDAY

High School Senior recognition Sunday is May 8th. Parents, if you have a senior, you should have received a letter from the church last week. Please fill out the required information and photos and bring it to the church office or email it to johanna@downtownfirstumc.com if you would like your child to be included.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

12 PM             Hispanic Church

MONDAY        NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

6:30 PM           Church Council

WEDNESDAY

7 PM                 Conni’s Lenten Study

7 PM                 Youth Group

THURSDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED        

SATURDAY  

12 PM             Confirmation Practice

Bulletin, April 17th, 2022 Easter Sunday

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

Easter Sunday

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Luke 24:5b-7

but the men said to them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here but has risen. Remember how he told you, while he was still in Galilee, that the Son of Man must be handed over to sinners, and be crucified, and on the third day rise again.”

Music – Nancy Nelson   

Scripture Reader – Julia Platt

Servants – Rich Stedman                                   

PRELUDE Rejoice the Lord is King

               Thine is the Glory (Handel)

WELCOME VIDEO

GREETING

OPENING SONG Christ The Lord Is Risen Today      UMH-302

CALL TO WORSHIP

L:  Trumpets Sound.

P:  Angels sing.

L:  Christ is risen!

P:  Christ is risen indeed!

L:  Joy fills our innermost being.

P:  Children giggle with delight.

L:  Christ is risen

P:  He is risen indeed

L:  Love dances on an empty tomb.

P:  Death has lost its fearful grip.

L:  Christ is risen!

P:  He is risen indeed!

L:  Butterflies burst free from cocoons.

P:  Alleluias bounce off the walls.

L:  Christ Is Risen!

P:  He Is Risen Indeed!

CENTERING WORDS & PRAYER

SONG Up From the Grave He Arose      UMH-322                                 

CHILDREN’S MOMENT He is the King of Kings!  

TIME OF PRAYER

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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.

SONG He Rose      UMH-316

SCRIPTURE John 20:1-18

MESSAGE Where 2 or 3 are Gathered: Living…Together!

GIFT OF MUSIC Because He Lives

Duet by Angela Buenzow & Theresa Campbell

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG He Lives      UMH-310                       

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE Halleluiah, Thine the Glory

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Laura Barta Lindquist

Mona Skidmore

Jason & Laurie Kor

Hank & Bonnie Kor

For the Moore family in the death of Wallace Moore

For the Neugebauer & Moe family in the death of Vernon Neugebauer

For rain during this spring season

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

There is not a sponsor for this week’s radio broadcast

LIVESTREAM

Is given in memory of their parents in heaven by Dave & JoAnn Doering

April Mission of the Month:

Mission Kits

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

ONE THING-CANDY FOR AFTER PROM

For April’s “One Thing” we are collecting bags of assorted, wrapped candy for the Mitchell High School After Prom party. Please note that we will only be collecting until April 21st because Prom is April 23rd. You can place the candy on the “One Thing” shelf in the gathering area. Thank you!

EASTER LILY PICKUP

If you have ordered an Easter Lily and are not planning on picking it up after the Easter services or you would like us to hold it for you, please let the office know.

INTERGENERATIONAL GAME NIGHT

The next Intergenerational Game Night will be held on Wednesday, April 20, from 6:45 to 8:00 pm. We will start out in the youth room. Anyone is welcome to attend.

CHURCH DIRECTORY PICTURES

On Easter Sunday, Mary Ellen will be here from 8:30am-noon taking pictures for the church directory. You can stop by anytime and have your picture taken, you do not need to sign up.

UNDERSTANDING OUR GRIEF GROUP

Understanding Our Grief is a grief support group being held every Sunday through May 15th (excluding Easter) at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church gathering space from 6-8pm. The sessions will include short videos, lessons, guest speakers, group discussions and snacks. For more information you can contact Jan Quenzer at 605-770-9316.

PUPPY CHOW FUNDRAISER

There are bags of puppy chow for sale in the office for $2.50 each or a free will donation. All the proceeds go to support the Dakota Wesleyan mission trip to Peru.

FAMILY MINISTRIES APPRECIATION SUNDAY

Coming up on Sunday, April 24th, we will be recognizing all the Family Ministry helpers and volunteers. Parents, please complete a thank you note from your child/children to their Sunday School teachers or helpers and return the note to Becky or the main church office before April 24th. The thank you notes are available to pick up on the bulletin board in the gathering area in a purple folder.

A NEW BEGINNING!

Church Growth is an important value for any church body, and the best way for a church to grow is through multiplication.  Downtown Mitchell First UMC has done this through the birth of Fusion.  Now we can do it again through the launching of a Hispanic Church that will meet in our Chapel on Sunday afternoons beginning on Sunday, April 24.  Rev. Herman Perez is the pastor of this new faith community, and he has successfully launched Hispanic Churches in Sioux Falls and Plankinton.  We hope to build some connections between our church and this new church in the coming months. Right now, we simply ask for you to pray for this new congregation as they seek to connect people with God.

MISSION KITS

Calling all folks interested in putting Mission Kits together. We will be meeting on April 26th, Tuesday, at 1 pm in the Mission room downstairs to put health kits together. Donations of hand towels, washcloths, regular size bar of soap (no Ivory) and bandages accepted. Hope to see you then.

UPCOMING EVENTS

April 24th- Family Ministry Appreciation Sunday

May 1st-Confirmation Sunday

May 8th- Graduation Sunday

THANK YOU

Butter Braids were delivered to the youth on Wednesday, April 13.  Thank you to everyone who supported us.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY

7:30 AM          Youth Sunrise Service

8:45 AM          Kids Easter Egg Roll

9:30 AM          Easter Worship

11 AM             Easter Worship

MONDAY        OFFICE CLOSED

7 PM                Finance

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

WEDNESDAY

6:45 PM           Intergenerational Game Night

THURSDAY   

1 PM                UMW

7 PM                SPR

FRIDAY          

7 PM               NO EVENTS SCHEDULED         

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Order of Worship

11 AM Worship Service

Easter Sunday

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Luke 24:5b-7

but the men said to them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here but has risen. Remember how he told you, while he was still in Galilee, that the Son of Man must be handed over to sinners, and be crucified, and on the third day rise again.”

Music – Nancy Nelson   

Scripture Reader – Jaimie Larson

Servants – Rich Stedman                                    

PRELUDE Rejoice the Lord is King

                Thine is the Glory (Handel)

WELCOME VIDEO

GREETING

OPENING SONG Christ The Lord Is Risen Today      UMH-302

CALL TO WORSHIP

L:  Trumpets Sound.

P:  Angels sing.

L:  Christ is risen!

P:  Christ is risen indeed!

L:  Joy fills our innermost being.

P:  Children giggle with delight.

L:  Christ is risen

P:  He is risen indeed

L:  Love dances on an empty tomb.

P:  Death has lost its fearful grip.

L:  Christ is risen!

P:  He is risen indeed!

L:  Butterflies burst free from cocoons.

P:  Alleluias bounce off the walls.

L:  Christ Is Risen!

P:  He Is Risen Indeed!

CENTERING WORDS & PRAYER

SONG Up From the Grave He Arose      UMH-322                                

CHILDREN’S MOMENT He is the King of Kings!  

TIME OF PRAYER

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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.

SONG He Rose      UMH-316

SCRIPTURE John 20:1-18

MESSAGE Where 2 or 3 are Gathered: Living…Together!

GIFT OF MUSIC Because He Lives

Duet by Angela Buenzow & Theresa Campbell

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG He Lives      UMH-310                       

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE Halleluiah, Thine the Glory

IN OUR PRAYERS

Laura Barta Lindquist

Mona Skidmore

Jason & Laurie Kor

Hank & Bonnie Kor

For the Moore family in the death of Wallace Moore

For the Neugebauer & Moe family in the death of Vernon Neugebauer

For rain during this spring season

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

There is not a sponsor for this week’s radio broadcast

LIVESTREAM

Is given by Janice Northrup

April Mission of the Month:

Mission Kits

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

ONE THING-CANDY FOR AFTER PROM

For April’s “One Thing” we are collecting bags of assorted, wrapped candy for the Mitchell High School After Prom party. Please note that we will only be collecting until April 21st because Prom is April 23rd. You can place the candy on the “One Thing” shelf in the gathering area. Thank you!

EASTER LILY PICKUP

If you have ordered an Easter Lily and are not planning on picking it up after the Easter services or you would like us to hold it for you, please let the office know.

INTERGENERATIONAL GAME NIGHT

The next Intergenerational Game Night will be held on Wednesday, April 20, from 6:45 to 8:00 pm. We will start out in the youth room. Anyone is welcome to attend.

CHURCH DIRECTORY PICTURES

On Easter Sunday, Mary Ellen will be here from 8:30am-noon taking pictures for the church directory. You can stop by anytime and have your picture taken, you do not need to sign up.

UNDERSTANDING OUR GRIEF GROUP

Understanding Our Grief is a grief support group being held every Sunday through May 15th (excluding Easter) at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church gathering space from 6-8pm. The sessions will include short videos, lessons, guest speakers, group discussions and snacks. For more information you can contact Jan Quenzer at 605-770-9316.

PUPPY CHOW FUNDRAISER

There are bags of puppy chow for sale in the office for $2.50 each or a free will donation. All the proceeds go to support the Dakota Wesleyan mission trip to Peru.

FAMILY MINISTRIES APPRECIATION SUNDAY

Coming up on Sunday, April 24th, we will be recognizing all the Family Ministry helpers and volunteers. Parents, please complete a thank you note from your child/children to their Sunday School teachers or helpers and return the note to Becky or the main church office before April 24th. The thank you notes are available to pick up on the bulletin board in the gathering area in a purple folder.

A NEW BEGINNING!

Church Growth is an important value for any church body, and the best way for a church to grow is through multiplication.  Downtown Mitchell First UMC has done this through the birth of Fusion.  Now we can do it again through the launching of a Hispanic Church that will meet in our Chapel on Sunday afternoons beginning on Sunday, April 24.  Rev. Herman Perez is the pastor of this new faith community, and he has successfully launched Hispanic Churches in Sioux Falls and Plankinton.  We hope to build some connections between our church and this new church in the coming months. Right now, we simply ask for you to pray for this new congregation as they seek to connect people with God.

UPCOMING EVENTS

April 24th- Family Ministry Appreciation Sunday

May 1st-Confirmation Sunday

May 8th- Graduation Sunday

MISSION KITS

Calling all folks interested in putting Mission Kits together. We will be meeting on April 26th, Tuesday, at 1 pm in the Mission room downstairs to put health kits together. Donations of hand towels, washcloths, regular size bar of soap (no Ivory) and bandages accepted. Hope to see you then.

THANK YOU

Butter Braids were delivered to the youth on Wednesday, April 13.  Thank you to everyone who supported us.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY

7:30 AM          Youth Sunrise Service

8:45 AM          Kids Easter Egg Roll

9:30 AM          Easter Worship

11 AM             Easter Worship

MONDAY        OFFICE CLOSED

7 PM                Finance

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

WEDNESDAY

6:45 PM           Intergenerational Game Night

THURSDAY   

1 PM                UMW

7 PM                SPR

FRIDAY          

7 PM               NO EVENTS SCHEDULED         

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, April 10th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

Palm Sunday

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- ZECHARIAH 9:9

Rejoice greatly, O daughter Zion! Shout aloud, O daughter Jerusalem!

Lo, your king comes to you; triumphant and victorious is he, humble and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.

Music – Praise Team  

Scripture Reader – Kurt Chenoweth

Children’s Moment – Becky Koch

Servants – Rich Stedman                                       

GATHERING SONG It’s a Beautiful Sunday  

GREETING

OPENING SONG Hosanna

SPECIAL MUSIC (Children & Youth) Hosanna, Hosanna!

SPECIAL MUSIC (Children) He Is the King of Kings                                    

CHILDREN’S MOMENT Sing Hallelujah!

CENTERING WORDS

CENTERING SONG Tell Me the Stories of Jesus (vs. 1 & 3)

CENTERING PRAYER

TIME OF PRAYER Into My Heart

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 19:28-40

MESSAGE Where 2 or 3 are Gathered: Celebrating…Together!

SPECIAL MUSIC (Soloist-Susan Dodd) The Holy City

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG Give Me Oil in My Lamp                         

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE Get All Excited

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Laura Barta Lindquist

Mona Skidmore

Jason & Laurie Kor

Hank & Bonnie Kor

For the Moore family in the death of Wallace Moore

Those who are struggling to make ends meet because of the rising cost of living.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

Is given in loving memory of Tom, whose 80th birthday was in October and Isak Thomas Scheurenbrand, who would be 22 tomorrow, April 11th by Marge Scheurenbrand

LIVESTREAM

Is given in honor of JoAnn’s birthday by Dave & JoAnn Doering

April Mission of the Month:

Mission Kits

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

2022 HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE

April 10th-Palm Sunday Service: 9:30am

April 14th-Come & Go Communion: 12:30-1:30pm

                Maundy Thursday Communion Service: 7pm

April 15th-Good Friday Service: 7pm

April 17th- Youth Sunrise Easter Service: 7:30am

                 Egg Roll: 8:45-9:15am

                 Easter Services: 9:30am & 11am

EASTER EGG ROLL

The Family Ministries team is putting on an Easter Egg Roll for kids 3 years old to 5th grade on Easter morning, April 17th! It will be held in the chapel from 8:45-9:15am. The Egg Roll will begin promptly at 8:45am to make sure all the children have a turn.         

YOUTH-EASTER MORNING

Youth will need to be at the church by 7:15am on Easter Sunday for the Easter Sunrise Service.

ONE THING-CANDY FOR AFTER PROM

For April’s “One Thing” we are collecting bags of assorted, wrapped candy for the Mitchell High School After Prom party. Please note that we will only be collecting until April 21st because Prom is April 23rd. You can place the candy on the “One Thing” shelf in the gathering area. Thank you!

EASTER LILY PICKUP

If you have ordered an Easter Lily and are not planning on picking it up after the Easter services or you would like us to hold it for you, please let the office know.

INTERGENERATIONAL GAME NIGHT

The next Intergenerational Game Night will be held on Wednesday, April 20, from 6:45 to 8:00 pm.  We will start out in the youth room. Anyone is welcome to attend.

CHURCH DIRECTORY PICTURES

Every Sunday throughout the rest of April, we will be taking photos for our church directory in the tech room (room 208). Anyone can stop by after worship from 10:45am-noon to take your picture and update your information. Please stop at the binder and check to make sure your information is correct or fill out a contact form. Be on the lookout for more information coming regarding more dates to come take photos and how to access the directory.

UNDERSTANDING OUR GRIEF GROUP

Understanding Our Grief is a grief support group being held every Sunday through May 15th (excluding Easter) at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church gathering space from 6-8pm. The sessions will include short videos, lessons, guest speakers, group discussions and snacks. For more information you can contact Jan Quenzer at 605-770-9316.

PRAYER STATIONS

The youth are putting together Prayer Stations for Lent and will be available to use all through the season. The stations are in the upstairs classroom nearest the back stairway on the north side. There will also be special prayer stations for younger children in the center of the room. To have the most meaningful experience, we ask that all children be accompanied by adults.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

UPCOMING EVENTS

April 24th- Family Ministry Appreciation Sunday

May 1st-Confirmation Sunday

May 8th- Graduation Sunday

A NEW BEGINNING!

Church Growth is an important value for any church body, and the best way for a church to grow is through multiplication.  Downtown Mitchell First UMC has done this through the birth of Fusion.  Now we can do it again through the launching of a Hispanic Church that will meet in our Chapel on Sunday afternoons beginning on Sunday, April 24.  Rev. Herman Perez is the pastor of this new faith community, and he has successfully launched Hispanic Churches in Sioux Falls and Plankinton.  We hope to build some connections between our church and this new church in the coming months. Right now, we simply ask for you to pray for this new congregation as they seek to connect people with God.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY       

7 PM                Trustees

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

WEDNESDAY

7 PM                 Youth Group

7 PM                 Lenten Studies  

THURSDAY   

12:30-1:30 PM Come & Go Communion

5:30 PM           Love Feast

6 PM                Youth Team Meeting

7 PM                Communion Service

FRIDAY          

7 PM                Good Friday Service          

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, April 3rd, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

VERSE FOR REFLECTION-MARK 6:34-35

As he went ashore, he saw a great crowd; and he had compassion for them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd; and he began to teach them many things. When it grew late, his disciples came to him and said, “This is a deserted place, and the hour is now very late;

Music – Denise Fox

Scripture Reader- Curt Talley

Servants – Rich Stedman                                     

PRELUDE

GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP       

L:  In beauty and mystery,

P:  We see the face of God.

L:  In the common and the ordinary,

P:  We know the love of Christ.

L:  In the bread and the cup,

P:  We taste the presence of God.

L:  In the song and in the embrace,

P:  We share the joy of faith.

OPENING SONG I Am Thine, O Lord (vs. 1,2,3) 419 UMH

CENTERING PRAYER

CHILDREN’S MOMENT

TIME OF PRAYER

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 Philippians 3:4b-14

MESSAGE Where 2 or 3 are Gathered: Straining…Together!

SONG Breathe on Me, Breath of God (vs.1) 420 UMH

COMMUNION

           Preparing the Elements & Receiving the Bread

            Breathe on Me, Breath of God (vs.2) 420

            Receiving the Cup

            Breathe on Me, Breath of God (vs.3) 420

PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG Take My Life and Let it Be (all 3 verses) 399 UMH                     

*BENEDICTION 2022 Breakthrough Prayer

POSTLUDE

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Pat Campbell

Laura Barta Lindquist

Mary Mountain

Mona Skidmore

Jason & Laurie Kor

Hank & Bonnie Kor

Those who are struggling to make ends meet because of the rising cost of living.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

Is given in memory of Mary Ellen Malde, whose birthday would have been March 30th, by Larry & Carol Hasz

LIVESTREAM

Is given in honor of Dave’s birthday by Dave & JoAnn Doering

April Mission of the Month:

Mission Kits

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

2022 HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE

April 10th-Palm Sunday Service: 9:30am

April 14th-Come & Go Communion: 12:30-1:30pm

                Maundy Thursday Communion Service: 7pm

April 15th-Good Friday Service: 7pm

April 17th- Youth Sunrise Easter Service: 7:30am

                 Egg Roll: 8:45-9:15am

Easter Services: 9:30am & 11am

EASTER EGG ROLL

The Family Ministries team is putting on an Easter Egg Roll for kids 3 years old to 5th grade on Easter morning, April 17th! It will be held in the chapel from 8:45-9:15am. The Egg Roll will begin promptly at 8:45am to make sure all the children have a turn.            

ONE THING-CANDY FOR AFTER PROM

For April’s “One Thing” we are collecting bags of assorted, wrapped candy for the Mitchell High School After Prom party. Please note that we will only be collecting it until April 21st because Prom is April 23rd. You can place the candy on the “One Thing” shelf in the gathering area. Thank you!

CHURCH DIRECTORY PICTURES

This Sunday, April 3rd, we are starting the first round of pictures for our new online church directory in our tech room (room 209). Anyone can stop by after worship from 10:45am-12:30pm to take your picture and update your information. Please stop at the binder and check to make sure your information is correct or fill out a contact form. Be on the lookout for more information coming regarding more dates to come take photos and how to access the directory.

EASTER LILLIES

We are selling Easter Lilies in memory or honor of someone for $15 each this year. If you are interested in purchasing, please contact Johanna at the church office: 605-996-7721 or johanna@downtownfirstumc.com. Please include who it is in memory/honor of and who it is given by. Orders should be turned in to the office by Thursday, April 6th.

PRAYER STATIONS

The youth are putting together Prayer Stations for Lent and will be available to use all through the season. The stations are in the upstairs classroom nearest the back stairway on the north side. There will also be special prayer stations for younger children in the center of the room. To have the most meaningful experience, we ask that all children be accompanied by adults.

DAKOTA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP

Our church’s finance team is offering two DWU scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each for the 2022-2023 school year. These are available to all ages, not just high school seniors, and will be paid to the DWU Business Office in January 2023 after we receive confirmation that they successfully completed the fall semester. You can download the application for the scholarship by clicking here. Please either email it to Denise Hoffman at Denise.Hoffman@k12.sd.us or bring it in to the church office.

A NEW BEGINNING!

Church Growth is an important value for any church body, and the best way for a church to grow is through multiplication.  Downtown Mitchell First UMC has done this through the birth of Fusion.  Now we can do it again through the launching of a Hispanic Church that will meet in our Chapel on Sunday afternoons beginning on Sunday, April 24.  Rev. Herman Perez is the pastor of this new faith community, and he has successfully launched Hispanic Churches in Sioux Falls and Plankinton.  We hope to build some connections between our church and this new church in the coming months. Right now, we simply ask for you to pray for this new congregation as they seek to connect people with God.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY       

1:30 PM           Round Table Meeting

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

WEDNESDAY

5:30 PM            Family Ministries Team

7 PM                 Youth Group

7 PM                 Lenten Studies  

THURSDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED               

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED          

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, March 27th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

Camp & UMCOR Sunday

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- GENESIS 1:1-3

In the beginning when God created the heavens and the earth, the earth was a formless void and darkness covered the face of the deep, while a wind from God swept over the face of the waters. Then God said, “Let there be light”; and there was light.

 Music – Praise Team

Scripture Reader- Bruce Fritzemeier

Servants – Rich Stedman                                   

GATHERING SONGS My God Is So Big

                              This Little Light of Mine

GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP       

L:  Just as God moved over the waters of creation,

P:  God will move with us today.

L:  Just as God drew people to the waters of the Red Sea for deliverance,

P:  We are a part of God’s salvation work today.

L:  As God worked in John the Baptist, Phillip, and the Ethiopian,

P:  We will be blessed by God’s grace and brought to new life.

L:  We open our hearts in worship today with all who have gathered by the water of life,

P:  May we pray with Lydia, sing for those by the rivers of Babylon, and serve with Jesus who offers water to the thirsty.

OPENING SONG They Will Know We Are Christians/Awesome God

CENTERING WORDS

CENTERING SONG Ev’ry Time I Feel the Spirit

CENTERING PRAYER

CHILDREN’S MOMENT Rise Shine (chorus only)

TIME OF PRAYER Kum Bah Yah

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 Genesis 1:1-10 & Matthew 18:18-20

MESSAGE Down by the Water…Together!

                Christy Heflin (Director of Lake Poinsett Camp)

SONG I Will Call Upon the Lord

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG Do Lord                    

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE Peace Like a River

 Announcements

In Our Prayers:

Pat Campbell

Laura Barta Lindquist

Mary Mountain

Mona Skidmore

Jason & Laurie Kor

For the Hight family in the death of Gloria Hight 

For the Cross family in the death of Randy Cross

For those who live with violence in their homes in our community.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

There is not a sponsor for this week’s radio broadcast. If you would like to sponsor a broadcast, please contact Johanna at 996-7721 or johanna@downtownfirstumc.com.

LIVESTREAM

Is given by Janice Northrup

March Mission of the Month:

Youth Mission Trip To North Dakota

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

UMCOR SUNDAY

Today, March 27th, is UMCOR Sunday where we partner with other UMC congregations in a special offering to support the United Methodist Committee on Relief, an organization that acts on our behalf when there is a crisis. We have designated enveolops at both worship center entrances to place your offering. Thank you!

ONE THING-CAMP SCHOLARSHIP DONATIONS

For March’s “One Thing” we are collecting money to help send our children and youth to summer camp. There is a designated collection box in the gathering area where you can put your donations. You can also put it in the offering or give/mail it to the office. All we ask is that you please specify it is for March's "One Thing." We have also just added tents that you can tape to the forest backdrop when you donate. You can write your name and the donation amount on the tent if you would like or just hang a blank one up. For details on each camp and to register, visit dakcamps.org/camps-and-events.

EASTER LILLIES

We are selling Easter Lilies in memory or honor of someone for $15 each this year. If you are interested in purchasing, please contact Johanna at the church office: 605-996-7721 or johanna@downtownfirstumc.com. Please include who it is in memory/honor of and who it is given by. Orders should be turned in to the office by Thursday, April 6th.

BUTTER BRAID SALES

The youth are selling Butter Braids as a fundraiser now through March 30th and will be delivered on April 13th. To order, you can contact any of the youth or go to the online store by clicking here.

NEW CHURCH DIRECTORY

It is that time again! We are starting the process of putting together a new church directory, although this time it will look a little different. The directory will be online and will be available to access by anyone in our church family with a password. We wanted to write up a longer announcement where we describe the process in better detail. First, we would like to note that there will be NOTHING you have to purchase. We are just having people in our church family take the photos so there will be no sales pitch or pushy salesperson. There will not be prints of the photos offered but, if someone would like a hard copy of the directory, we can print one for free in the office. On Sunday, April 3rd, we will begin taking photos in our tech room (room 209) after worship from 10:45am-12:30pm. You do not need to sign up, you can just come during those times. There will be a list where you can confirm your contact information and a form to fill out if you are not on the list or if the information is incorrect. Please write your first and last name(s) on the white board that will be provided and take a photo with the white board, so we know which pictures go with the correct information. Be on the lookout for more dates to come take pictures and information on how you can access the directory. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Johanna at 996-7721 or johanna@downtownfirstumc.com. Thank you!

DAKOTA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP

Our church’s finance team is offering two DWU scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each for the 2022-2023 school year. These are available to all ages, not just high school seniors, and will be paid to the DWU Business Office in January 2023 after we receive confirmation that they successfully completed the fall semester. You can download the application by clicking here. Please either email it to Denise Hoffman at Denise.Hoffman@k12.sd.us or bring it in to the church office.

OAK GROVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL CONCERT

Save the date! On Wednesday, March 30th at 7pm the Oak Grove Lutheran High School Choir will be giving a concert in our worship center. It will include both secular and sacred music. Anyone is welcome to attend.

WEDNESDAY EVENING LENTEN STUDY GROUPS

Our Wednesday Evening Lenten Study Groups will not meet this week so that all can attend the Fargo Oak Grove High School Choir Concert in our Sanctuary at 7:00 pm.  Hope to see you all there. 

WEDNESDAY YOUTH GROUP

The youth will meet at 5:30pm this Wednesday to join in a meal with the Lutheran Youth Choir here at the church.

COMMUNION ELEMENTS AVAILABLE

Next Sunday, April 3rd, will be a communion Sunday. There are communion elements available to take at both worship center entrances for those who might be worshipping at home that Sunday. We will also have them available to pick up by the front entrance throughout this coming week. Feel free to stop by anytime during office hours to pick them up.

PRAYER STATIONS

The youth are putting together Prayer Stations for Lent and will be available to use all through the season. The stations are in the upstairs classroom nearest the back stairway on the north side. There will also be special prayer stations for younger children in the center of the room. To have the most meaningful experience, we ask that all children be accompanied by adults.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY        NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

6:30 PM           Church Council

WEDNESDAY

5:30 PM            Youth and Choir Meal

7 PM                 Lutheran Youth Concert

THURSDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED               

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED     

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, March 20th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- PSALM 70:4

Let all who seek you rejoice and be glad in you. Let those who love your salvation say evermore, “God is great!”

Music – Christy Wilson

Scripture Reader- Linda Claggett

Servants – Rich Stedman                                       

PRELUDE 

GREETING 

CALL TO WORSHIP       

L:  Lent is a coming home,

P:  Home from weary years,

L:  Home to calm our fears

P:  Home to dry our tears.

L:  Lent is a coming home,

P:  Home to remember our name,

L:  Home to a warm embrace

P:  Home to a hopeful place

L:  Home to God’s own heart,

P:  Home to a renewal of joy and a song of love.

OPENING SONG Leaning On The Everlasting Arms-UMH 133

CENTERING PRAYER 2022 Breakthrough Prayer

CHILDREN’S MOMENT

TIME OF PRAYER

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 Isaiah 55:1-9

MESSAGE Where 2 or 3 are Gathered: Seeking…Together!

SONG Seek Ye First-UMH 405

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG Have Thine Own Way, Lord-UMH 382                      

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

 Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Pat Campbell

Bruce & Julie Fritzemeier

Laura Barta Lindquist

Mary Mountain

Mona Skidmore

Jason & Laurie Kor

For the Cross family in the death of Randy Cross

For those who live with violence in their homes in our community.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

There is not a sponsor for this week’s radio broadcast

LIVESTREAM

Is given in memory of loved ones by Verna Hofer

March Mission of the Month:

Youth Mission Trip To North Dakota

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

BULLETINS NOW AVAILABLE

Paper copies of the bulletin will now be available at both worship center entrances.

ALTAR FLOWERS

Are given in loving memory of our granddaughter, Brooklyn Howard, who would have been 10 on March 14th, from Papa and Gramma Ruml.

ONE THING-CAMP SCHOLARSHIP DONATIONS

For March’s “One Thing” we are collecting money to help send our children and youth to summer camp. There is a designated collection box in the gathering area where you can put your donations. You can also put it in the offering or give/mail it to the office. All we ask is that you please specify it is for March's "One Thing." We have also just added tents that you can tape to the forest backdrop when you donate. You can write your name and the donation amount on the tent if you would like or just hang a blank one up. For details on each camp and to register, click here.

EASTER LILLIES

We are selling Easter Lilies in memory or honor of someone for $15 each this year. If you are interested in purchasing, please contact Johanna at the church office: 605-996-7721 or johanna@downtownfirstumc.com. Please include who it is in memory/honor of and who it is given by.

BUTTER BRAID SALES

The youth are selling Butter Braids as a fundraiser now through March 30th and will be delivered on April 13th. To order, you can contact any of the youth or go to the online store by clicking here.

  CAMP SUNDAY

Camp Sunday this year will be on March 27th. If you have a Downtown 4 Good or camp t-shirt or sweatshirt, we ask that you please wear them.

OAK GROVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL CONCERT

Save the date! On Wednesday, March 30th at 7pm the Oak Grove Lutheran High School Choir will be giving a concert in our worship center. It will include both secular and sacred music. Anyone is welcome to attend.

LUNCH & HAITI CONVERSATION

Bruce Blumer will be at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mitchell at noon on March 21st to share updates on his recent visit to Haiti and have a conversation about the books he has authored. Come any time after 11:30 a.m. for lunch and stay for the conversation.

UMCOR SUNDAY

On UMCOR Sunday, March 27th, we partner with other UMC congregations in a special offering to support the United Methodist Committee on Relief, an organization that acts on our behalf when there is a crisis. When we give to specific Advance projects, 100% of our gifts are directed to the designated response. UMCOR can do this because the funds they receive on the 27th join with those of millions of other United Methodists to help cover the costs of doing business. From training volunteers to keeping the office lights on, the UMCOR Sunday special offering equips the organization to respond quickly when disaster strikes. There with be designated envelopes at both worship center entrances for you to place your offering in. Thank you!

UMCOR UKRAINE RELIEF

We are collecting donations for the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) humanitarian response in Ukraine. You can put your donations in the offering or bring/mail it to the church office. Please specify that it is for the Ukraine relief. 100% of the proceeds go to help their work in Ukraine. Thank you!

CHURCH DIRECTORY

We are starting the process of putting together a new online church directory. We are still looking for some people with a camera to volunteer to take pictures. No professional experience needed. If you are interested, please contact Johanna at johanna@downtownfirstumc.com or 996-7721. The first round of pictures for the directory will be after church on Sunday, April 3rd from 10:45am-12:30pm in our tech room. Anyone is welcome to stop at that time, take your picture and update your information. Please note that because we are doing an online directory, all the work is being done in house. There will be no sales pitch or anything for you to purchase. We will also have printed copies available by request for free.

PRAYER STATIONS

The youth are putting together Prayer Stations for Lent and will be available to use all through the season. The stations are in the upstairs classroom nearest the back stairway on the north side. There will also be special prayer stations for younger children in the center of the room. To have the most meaningful experience, we ask that all children be accompanied by adults.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY

11:30 AM         Lunch & Haiti Conversation at Trinity Lutheran         

7 PM                Finance

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

6:30 PM           Church Council

WEDNESDAY

7 PM                 Lenten Studies

7 PM                 Youth Group

THURSDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED               

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED        

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, March 13th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Proverbs 3:5-6

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.

Music – Praise Team

Scripture Reader- Larry Hasz

Servants – Rich Stedman                                                                                                                 

GATHERING SONGS In The Eye of the Storm

                                 Trading My Sorrows

GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP       

L:  God of rainbows, hope, and promises,

P:  God who hovers over the swirling waters of baptism,

L:  God that is present during the dark night of doubt,

P:  God of comfort, commitment, and call,

L:  Dwell with us this holy season of Lent

P:  And lead us from temptation to trust, from fear to love, from despair to hope, from sadness to joy.

OPENING SONG You Are My All in All

CENTERING WORDS

CENTERING SONG Wonderful Merciful Savior

CENTERING PRAYER

CHILDREN’S MOMENT When I Am Afraid

BAPTISIM I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry (2x)

                Baptismal Covenant II Page 39-43 #1,3,4,8,11,16 UMH

                I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry (1x)

TIME OF PRAYER To Know You More (1x)

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 Psalm 27

MESSAGE Where 2 or 3 are Gathered: Trusting…Together!

SONG Through It All (2x)

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG Leaning on the Everlasting Arms (vs.1, chorus)                    

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE Leaning on the Everlasting Arms (vs.2, chorus)

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Pat Campbell

Julie Fritzemeier

Randy Cross

Laura Barta Lindquist

Mary Mountain

Mona Skidmore

Natalie Wilson

Jason & Laurie Kor

the need for peace in our world

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

Is given by Hollis McKillop

LIVESTREAM

Is given by Patricia Trode

March Mission of the Month:

Youth Mission Trip To North Dakota

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

ALTAR ROSE

The altar rose is in honor of the baptism of Finnegan Fuhrer.

ONE THING-CAMP SCHOLARSHIP DONATIONS

For March’s “One Thing” we are collecting money to help send our children and youth to summer camp. There is a designated collection box in the gathering area where you can put your donations. You can also put it in the offering or give/mail it to the office. All we ask is that you please specify it is for March's "One Thing." We have also just added tents that you can tape to the forest backdrop when you donate. You can write your name and the donation amount on the tent if you would like or just hang a blank one up. For details on each camp and to register, visit dakcamps.org/camps-and-events.

DAKOTA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP

Our church’s finance team is offering two DWU scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each for the 2022-2023 school year. These are available to all ages, not just high school seniors, and will be paid to the DWU Business Office in January 2023 after we receive confirmation that they successfully completed the fall semester. You can download the application for the scholarship by clicking here. Please either email it to Denise Hoffman at Denise.Hoffman@k12.sd.us or bring it in to the church office.

EASTER LILLIES

We are selling Easter Lilies in memory or honor of someone for $15 each this year. If you are interested in purchasing, please contact Johanna at the church office: 605-996-7721 or johanna@downtownfirstumc.com. Please include who it is in memory/honor of and who it is given by.

BUTTER BRAID SALES

The youth are selling Butter Braids as a fundraiser now through March 30th and will be delivered on April 13th. To order, you can contact any of the youth or click here to go to the online store.

  CAMP SUNDAY

Camp Sunday this year will be on March 27th. If you have a Downtown 4 Good or camp t-shirt or sweatshirt, we ask that you please wear them.

UMCOR SUNDAY

On UMCOR Sunday, March 27th, we partner with other UMC congregations in a special offering to support the United Methodist Committee on Relief, an organization that acts on our behalf when there is a crisis. When we give to specific Advance projects, 100% of our gifts are directed to the designated response. UMCOR can do this because the funds they receive on the 27th join with those of millions of other United Methodists to help cover the costs of doing business. From training volunteers to keeping the office lights on, the UMCOR Sunday special offering equips the organization to respond quickly when disaster strikes. There with be designated envelopes at both worship center entrances for you to place your offering in. Thank you!

UMCOR UKRAINE RELIEF

We are collecting donations for the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) humanitarian response in Ukraine. You can put your donations in the offering or bring/mail it to the church office. Please specify that it is for the Ukraine relief. 100% of the proceeds go to help their work in Ukraine. Thank you!

PRAYER STATIONS

The youth are putting together Prayer Stations for Lent and will be available to use all through the season. The stations are in the upstairs classroom nearest the back stairway on the north side. There will also be special prayer stations for younger children in the center of the room. To have the most meaningful experience, we ask that all children be accompanied by adults.

LENTEN STUDIES

Pastor Keith and Conni McCormick will each be leading a Lenten study on Wednesdays at 7pm starting on March 2nd. Keith will be using the book “Spiritual Formation” by Henry Nouwen and will be holding his in S1. Conni will be using Bruce Blumer’s book “Mighty Winds and Gentle Whispers” and will be holding hers in room 103. There are copies of both books available for purchase in the office.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY        

7 PM                Trustees

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

WEDNESDAY

7 PM                 Youth Lock In  

7 PM                 Lenten Studies

THURSDAY   

1 PM               UMW

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED      

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, March 6th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- PSALM 18:1-3

I love you, O Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer, my God, my rock in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. I call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised, so I shall be saved from my enemies.

Music – Nancy Nelson

Scripture Reader- Lillian Peterson

Servants – Rich Stedman                                                                                                                 

PRELUDE

GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP       

L:  Lent calls us to a journey with a cross at the end of the road.

P:  Lent calls us toward the sign of a new covenant.

L:  Lent calls us not only to give up something, but to take upon ourselves the mystery of God.

P:  Lent calls us to confession, accountability, and preparation.

L:  Lent calls us to face the darkness in the world and in our lives.

P:  Lent calls us to look for the light and to allow it to shine through us.

All:  Lord, lead us on this journey of faith.  Lead us on this journey in Lent.

OPENING SONG Trust and Obey (vs. 1,2,4) 467  

CENTERING PRAYER

CHILDREN’S MOMENT Jesus Loves Me

TIME OF PRAYER

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 Romans 10:8b-13

MESSAGE Where 2 or 3 are Gathered: Calling…Together

SONG Take My Life & Let It Be (vs.1) 399

COMMUNION Service of Word & Table II UMH 12-14

                       Invitation

                       Confession & Pardon

                       The Great Thanksgiving

PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG Grace Greater Than Our Sins (vs. 1,2,4) 365                      

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Randy Cross

Laura Barta Lindquist

Mary Mountain

Bishop Laurie Haller

Mona Skidmore

Natalie Wilson

Donna Wright

Jason & Laurie Kor

the Hubbard family in the death of Paul Hubbard

the Nicholson family in the death of Brett Nicholson

the need for peace in our world

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

Is given in memory of Ken & Gladys Baldwin by Kathy Budahl

LIVESTREAM

Is given by Janice Northrup 

March Mission of the Month:

Youth Mission Trip To North Dakota

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time 

ONE THING-CAMP SCHOLARSHIP DONATIONS

For March’s “One Thing” we are collecting money to help send our children and youth to summer camp. There is a designated collection box in the gathering area where you can put your donations. You can also put it in the offering or give/mail it to the office. All we ask is that you please specify it is for March's "One Thing." For details on each camp and to register, click here . There is also a table in the gathering area with information and paper registration forms. If you have any questions, please contact our Family Ministries Director, Becky Koch at 605-996-7721 or becky@downtownfirstumc.com.

DAKOTA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP

Our church’s finance team is offering two DWU scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each for the 2022-2023 school year. These are available to all ages, not just high school seniors, and will be paid to the DWU Business Office in January 2023 after we receive confirmation that they successfully completed the fall semester. You can download the application for the scholarship by clicking here. Please either email it to Denise Hoffman at Denise.Hoffman@k12.sd.us or bring it in to the church office.

INTERGENERATIONAL GAME NIGHT

The youth are looking for six to eight adults to join them for a board game night on March 9 from 6:45 to 8:00 pm.  Please contact Cindy, 605-999-9680, if you would be willing to participate.

EASTER LILLIES

We are selling Easter Lilies in memory or honor of someone for $15 each this year. If you are interested in purchasing, please contact Johanna at the church office: 605-996-7721 or johanna@downtownfirstumc.com. Please include who it is in memory/honor of and who it is given by.

UMCOR UKRAINE RELIEF

We are collecting donations for the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) humanitarian response in Ukraine. You can put your donations in the offering or bring/mail it to the church office. Please specify that it is for the Ukraine relief. 100% of the proceeds go to help their work in Ukraine. Thank you!

PRAYER STATIONS

The youth are putting together Prayer Stations for Lent and will be available to use all through the season. The stations are in the upstairs classroom nearest the back stairway on the north side. There will also be special prayer stations for younger children in the center of the room. To have the most meaningful experience, we ask that all children be accompanied by adults.

GATHERING AREA NEEDS

We are needing some donations of goldfish crackers and sugar packets for the Gathering Area. Please bring them to the church office. Thank you!

CAMP SUNDAY

Camp Sunday this year will be on March 27th. If you have a Downtown 4 Good or camp t-shirt or sweatshirt, we ask that you please wear them. 

LENTEN STUDIES

Pastor Keith and Conni McCormick will each be leading a Lenten study on Wednesdays at 7pm starting on March 2nd. Keith will be using the book “Spiritual Formation” by Henry Nouwen and will be holding his in the prayer room. Conni will be using Bruce Blumer’s book “Mighty Winds and Gentle Whispers” and will be holding hers in room 103. There are copies of both books available for purchase in the office.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY        NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

7 PM                Communications Team 

WEDNESDAY

6:45 PM            Intergenerational Game Night

7 PM                 Lenten Studies

THURSDAY   

5:30 PM          Love Feast

7 PM               SPR

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED        

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, February 27th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- MATTHEW 6:19-21

19 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust consume and where thieves break in and steal; 20 but store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consumes and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”

Music – Praise Team

Scripture Reader- AJ Bierman

Servants – Rich Stedman                                                                                 

GATHERING SONGS Waymaker Standing in the Need of Prayer

GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP       

            L:  For God alone my soul waits in silence.

            P:  From him comes my salvation.

            L:  He alone is my rock and my salvation,

            P:  My fortress; I shall never be shaken.

            L:  On God rests my deliverance and my honor.

            P:  My mighty rock, my refuge is in God.

            L:  Trust in him at all times, O people.

            P:  Pour out your heart before him.

            L:  God is a refuge for us.

            P:  God is a refuge for us.

                                                Based on Psalm 62

OPENING SONG I Will Call Upon the Lord

CENTERING WORDS

CENTERING SONG Potter’s Hand

CENTERING PRAYER

CHILDREN’S MOMENT Thank you, Jesus

TIME OF PRAYER I Love You, Lord

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 12:13-21

MESSAGE Storage Problems

SONG We Are Blessed (William Gaither)

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG I Saw the Light (vs.1 & chorus)                   

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE I Saw the Light (vs.2 & chorus)

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Bishop Laurie Haller

Mona Skidmore

Natalie Wilson

Donna Wright

Jason & Laurie Kor

the Sargant family in the death of Esther Sargant

the need for peace in our world

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM) & LIVESTREAM

Are given in memory of Ashley Kay Moe, daughter of David & LeAnn Moe, who passed away 3 years ago on February 26th, 2019.

February Mission of the Month:

Love Feast & Mitchell Snack Pack

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

ONE THING-FOOD PANTRY

February is our church’s month to collect for the Mitchell Food Pantry, so we are combining it with our “One Thing.” They need CANNED peas, carrots, diced pineapple, and mandarin oranges. You can place them on the “One Thing” shelf in the gathering area. Thank you!

DAKOTA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP

Our church’s finance team is offering two DWU scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each for the 2022-2023 school year. These are available to all ages, not just high school seniors, and will be paid to the DWU Business Office in January 2023 after we receive confirmation that they successfully completed the fall semester. You can download the application for the scholarship by clicking here. Please either email it to Denise Hoffman at Denise.Hoffman@k12.sd.us or bring it in to the church office.

ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE

This Wednesday is Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of the Church Season of Lent.  Join us Wednesday evening at 7:00 pm in our Worship Center for an Ash Wednesday Service, including the imposition of ashes, for those who are comfortable receiving them.

PRAYER STATIONS

The youth are putting together Prayer Stations for Lent.  They will be available to use all through Lent starting on Wednesday, March 1st. The stations are in the upstairs classroom nearest the back stairway on the north side. There will also be special prayer stations for younger children in the center of the room. To have the most meaningful experience, we ask that all children be accompanied by adults.

GATHERING AREA NEEDS

We are needing some donations of goldfish crackers and sugar packets for the Gathering Area. Please bring them to the church office. Thank you!

TECH VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for someone in our church family who has some technical knowledge or background to be the head of our tech team. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact the church office at 605-996-7721 or johanna@downtownfirstumc.com.

CHURCH DIRECTORY

We are starting the process of putting together a new church directory that will be online with print copies available by request. Be on the lookout for more information coming up regarding when we will be taking photos and collecting information.

LENTEN SERMON SERIES

Join us for worship during the season of Lent beginning March 2, Ash Wednesday.  Pastor Keith will be focusing each message on experiences that we share together as a community of faith on our journey of faith.  We are never alone!  God is with us!  Plus, there is always the community of faith to strengthen, support, and help guide us along the way.    

LENTEN STUDIES

Pastor Keith and Conni McCormick will each be leading a Lenten study on Wednesdays at 7pm starting on March 2nd. Keith will be using the book “Spiritual Formation” by Henry Nouwen and will be holding his in room 103. Conni will be using Bruce Blumer’s book “Mighty Winds and Gentle Whispers” and will be holding hers in the prayer room on the back south side of the sanctuary. There are copies of both books available for purchase in the office. Please note that the March 2nd studies will be after the Ash Wednesday service at 7pm.

DAKOTAS UNITED METHODIST CAMPS

Our Dakotas Conference camps - Wesley Acres, Storm Mountain, and Lake Poinsett - are excited to welcome campers this summer season. There have been upgrades to facilities and programs, and they are ready to make this the best season ever. For details on each camp and to register, click here. There is also a table in the gathering area with information and paper registration forms. If you have any questions, please contact our Family Ministries Director, Becky Koch at 605-996-7721 or becky@downtownfirstumc.com.

YOUTH T-SHIRT SALES

The youth group is selling “Downtown 4 Good” shirts to fundraise for their mission to North Dakota in July. There are multiple styles and colors available to choose from and the store is open through February 28th. Click here to shop.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY        NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

WEDNESDAY

7 PM                 Ash Wednesday Service

7 PM                 Youth

THURSDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED         

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, February 20th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- PSALM 61:1-4

Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer. From the end of the earth, I call to you, when my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I; for you are my refuge, a strong tower against the enemy. Let me abide in your tent forever, find refuge under the shelter of your wings.

Music – Christy Wilson

Scripture Reader- Denise Hoffman

Servants – Rich Stedman                                                                                 

PRELUDE

GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP       

            L: We come into the presence of the Holy God,

            P: Who may not be grasped,

            L: But may be gazed upon;

            P: Who is not easily understood,

            L: But is full of understanding;

            P: Who does not come at our beck and call,

            L: But who is always near.

            P: We gather as God’s children

            L: In confident assurance that God is here.

            P: Yes!! God is here!

OPENING SONG Praise to the Lord, the Almighty  (vs. 1,2,5)  UMH 139

CENTERING PRAYER  

CHILDREN’S MOMENT

TIME OF PRAYER

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 Acts 3:1-8, 4:1-4, 4:23-31

MESSAGE The Prayer that Shook the House

SONG Sweet Hour of Prayer (vs.1,2,3) UMH 496

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG I Sing the Almighty Power Of God (vs. 1,2,3) UMH 152                   

*BENEDICTION 2022 Breakthrough Prayer

POSTLUDE

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Bishop Laurie Haller

Mona Skidmore

Natalie Wilson

Jason & Laurie Kor

Kathy Hanks in the death of her mother, Grace Wick

the Sargant family in the death of Esther Sargant

the need for peace in our world

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

Is given by an anonymous donor

LIVESTREAM

Is sponsored by Chris & Tenille Heier

February Mission of the Month:

Love Feast & Mitchell Snack Pack

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time 

ONE THING-FOOD PANTRY

February is our church’s month to collect for the Mitchell Food Pantry, so we are combining it with our “One Thing.” They need CANNED peas, carrots, diced pineapple, and mandarin oranges. You can place them on the “One Thing” shelf in the gathering area. Thank you!

LENTEN STUDIES

Pastor Keith and Conni McCormick will each be leading a Lenten study on Wednesdays at 7pm starting on March 2nd. Keith will be using the book “Spiritual Formation” by Henry Nouwen and will be holding his in room 103. Conni will be using Bruce Blumer’s book “Mighty Winds and Gentle Whispers” and will be holding hers in the prayer room on the back south side of the sanctuary. There are copies of both books available for purchase in the office. Please note that the March 2nd studies will be after the Ash Wednesday service at 7pm.

DAKOTAS UNITED METHODIST CAMPS

Our Dakotas Conference camps - Wesley Acres, Storm Mountain, and Lake Poinsett - are excited to welcome campers this summer season. There have been upgrades to facilities and programs, and they are ready to make this the best season ever. For details on each camp and to register, click here. There is also a table in the gathering area with information and paper registration forms. If you have any questions, please contact our Family Ministries Director, Becky Koch at 605-996-7721 or becky@downtownfirstumc.com.

TECH VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for someone in our church family who has some technical knowledge or background to be the head of our tech team. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact the church office at 605-996-7721 or johanna@downtownfirstumc.com.

MISSION TEAM MEETING

There will be a Mission Team meeting on Wednesday, the 23rd, at 4:30pm here at the church.

CHURCH DIRECTORY

We are starting the process of putting together a new church directory that will be online with print copies available by request. Be on the lookout for more information coming up regarding when we will be taking photos and collecting information.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY        

7PM                 Finance

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

6:30 PM           Church Council

WEDNESDAY

4:30 PM            Mission Team

7 PM                 Youth

THURSDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED        

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, February 13th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

Youth Sunday

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Philippians 2:3-5

Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility regard others as better than yourselves. Let each of you look not to your own interests, but to the interests of others. Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus

Music –   Youth Group

Scripture Reader- Carsyn Weich      

Servants – Rich Stedman, Dave Mitchell                                                                                 

PRELUDE Leaning on the Everlasting Arms      Madalynn Lorang  

              Awesome God  

GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP       

All: Always leave people better than you found them.

       Hug the hurt.

       Kiss the broken.

       Befriend the lost.

       Love the lonely.

       Remember to always love yourself.

OPENING SONG We Are Called

CENTERING PRAYER

            L: Dear God,

            P: Help me this week.

            L: When I feel down and out,

            P: Give me your wisdom.

            L: When I’m sad or lonely

            P: Pick me up.

            L: When I’m lost,

            P: Guide my feet.

All: I can do all things through You. Please keep me encouraged and protect the ones I love. Amen.

CENTERING SONG Amazing Grace   Soloist: Henry Swenson

CHILDREN’S MOMENT Shine Jesus Shine

TIME OF PRAYER Sanctuary

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 1 Peter 4:8-11 

            Ephesians 4:32 

                   Matthew 22:27-29

MESSAGE Love is not what you say. Love is what you do.   

SONG 10,000 Reasons

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

INTRODUCTION OF YOUTH

SENDING SONG Build Your Kingdom Here                       

*BENEDICTION

SONG Reckless Love            

POSTLUDE Amazing Grace     Madalynn Lorang

                  Hallelujah

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Natalie Wilson

Jason & Laurie Kor

Kathy Hank’s mother, Grace Wick

The McKillop family in the death of Robert McKillop

All the families who have lost loved ones in the tragic car accidents in our region

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

Is sponsored by Donna Kringen  

LIVESTREAM

Is sponsored by Gary & Sharron Barrows

February Mission of the Month:

Love Feast & Mitchell Snack Pack

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

SOUP & SANDWICH LUNCH

Make sure to stay after worship on 2/13 for soup and sandwiches served by the youth group for a free will donation. They will be serving in the dining room and to-go meals in the gathering area. All the proceeds go towards the youth mission trip to ND in July. They will also be helping people sign up for the texting notifications so if you have not signed up already ask one of them to help you.

ONE THING-FOOD PANTRY

February is our church’s month to collect for the Mitchell Food Pantry, so we are combining it with our “One Thing.” They need CANNED peas, carrots, diced pineapple, and mandarin oranges. You can place them on the “One Thing” shelf in the gathering area. Thank you!

LENTEN STUDIES

There will be two Lenten studies offered this year. Pastor Keith will be leading one on Wednesdays at 7pm starting on March 2nd in room 103. He will be using the book “Spiritual Formation” by Henry Nouwen. There are copies available in the office for $12. Conni McCormick will be leading the 2nd and she will be using Bruce Blumer’s book “Mighty Winds and Gentle Whispers.” Conni’s will also be held on Wednesdays at 7pm starting on March 2nd in the prayer room on the back south side of the sanctuary. There are copies of this book available in the office as well for $15. Please note that the March 2nd studies will be after the Ash Wednesday service at 7pm.

VALUES WORKSHOP

Please join the leadership of our church on February 19th for a Values Clarification Workshop beginning at 8:30am and concluding by 12:30pm, led by Rev. Rebecca Trefz. This workshop is intended to help our church clarify and define the values that guide us in ministry. As decisions are made about ministry and church direction, being clear on our values is vital. We ask that before you attend you watch a short video put together by Rebecca. Click here to watch the video. If you can’t be present for the workshop, click here to take a questionnaire so we are able to hear the voices of more of our church family.

LOVE FEAST NEEDS

Love Feast is looking for some large left-over containers like whipped cream and half gallon tubs. You can bring the containers to church office. Thank you.

EMAIL UPDATE

The following emails are no longer active: short@mitchellfumc.org, keith@mitchellfumc.org, and finance@mitchellfumc.org. Short’s email is short@downtownfirstumc.com, Pastor Keith’s is keith@downtownfirstumc.com, and finance is finance@downtownfirstumc.com.

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKES

Due to the ongoing situation with COVID and illness in general in our community, the decision has been made to NOT have our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Feed this year.  This was a difficult decision to make but feel it is in the best interest for our church family and our community.  Hopefully next year!!!

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:30 AM        Soup & Sandwich Lunch

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY        HAPPY VALENTINES DAY

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

7 PM                Trustees

WEDNESDAY

7 PM                 Youth

THURSDAY    

1 PM               UMW

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED        

SATURDAY  

8:30 AM          Values Workshop  

Bulletin, February 6th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Ephesians 4:29

Let no evil talk come out of your mouths, but only what is useful for building up, as there is need, so that your words may give grace to those who hear.

Music –   Nancy Nelson

Scripture Reader- Leana Stunes      

Servants – Rich Stedman, Dave Mitchell                                                                                 

PRELUDE

GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP       

L:  A word spoken,

P:  A voice heard,

L:  A dream revealed,

P:  A mission received.

L:  God calls us,

P:  To follow,

L:  To Love,

P:  To Serve,

L:  To embrace the lonely,

P:  To feed the hungry,

L:  To tell the Good News of Jesus,

P:  To worship and sing in praise.

OPENING SONG O How I Love Jesus   170

CENTERING PRAYER

CHILDREN’S MOMENT

TIME OF PRAYER

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 Matthew 25:31-46

MESSAGE Sound Bites: Refill a Bucket  

SONG Fill My Cup Lord   641

COMMUNION

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG Standing on the Promises   374                     

*BENEDICTION             

POSTLUDE

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Becky Koch

Lee Ross

Natalie Wilson

Dennis Zoss

Deb Wilson and family in the loss of Deb’s mother, Gloria Henglefelt

for our State Leaders in all the decisions they are wrestling with

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

Is given by Larry & Carol Hasz

LIVESTREAM

Is given by Gail Ringling

February Mission of the Month:

Love Feast & Mitchell Snack Pack

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

ALTAR FLOWERS

The altar flowers are given in memory of Adam Crane, whose birthday would have been Feb. 7th, by his mom & dad, Mary & Larry Crane.

ONE THING-FOOD PANTRY

February is our church’s month to collect for the Mitchell Food Pantry, so we are combining it with our “One Thing.” They need CANNED peas, carrots, diced pineapple, and mandarin oranges. You can place them on the “One Thing” table in the gathering area. Thank you!

VALUES WORKSHOP

Please join the leadership of our church on February 19th for a Values Clarification Workshop beginning at 8:30am and concluding by 12:30pm, led by Rev. Rebecca Trefz.  This workshop is intended to help our church clarify and define the values that guide us in ministry.  As decisions are made about ministry and church direction, being clear on our values is vital.  If you can’t be present for the workshop, there will be a questionnaire available to hear the voices of more of our church family.

LOVE FEAST NEEDS

Love Feast is looking for some large left-over containers like whipped cream and half gallon tubs. You can bring the containers to church office. Thank you.

FAMILY MINISTRIES MEETING

The Family Ministries meeting that was scheduled for Wednesday the 2nd is being moved to Wednesday the 9th at 6 PM in the chapel.

LENT

Ash Wednesday is March 2nd. We are hoping to have several different small groups meet during this season. If you would be willing to lead a small group, please contact Pastor Keith at keith@downtownfirstumc.com or 996-7721.

EMAIL UPDATE

The following emails are no longer active: short@mitchellfumc.org, keith@mitchellfumc.org, and finance@mitchellfumc.org. Short’s email is short@downtownfirstumc.com, Pastor Keith’s is keith@downtownfirstumc.com, and finance is finance@downtownfirstumc.com.

SOUPER BOWL

The Youth are in charge of the service on Super Bowl Sunday, February 13. We invite you to worship with us and join us for soup and sandwiches after the service. We will be serving from 10:30 until around 12:15. If you can't stay, meals will be available for you to take with you right after the service. The money raised will help pay for the Mission Trip to Spirit Lake, North Dakota, July 10-15. We are also looking for volunteers to help prepare and clean up. Click here to sign up. Thank you.

2022 YOUTH MISSION TRIP

The 2022 mission trip is scheduled for July 10-15.  A $50 nonrefundable deposit is due by February 2 to secure a place on the bus.  The trip will cost approximately $450 per person.  The church will pay a portion through our camp scholarship fund and youth have an opportunity to earn money by participating in fundraisers such as the lunch on February 13 and Butter Braid sales.  If you have any questions, please ask Cindy, Jessica, Tonya, or Heidi.

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKES

Due to the ongoing situation with COVID and illness in general in our community, the decision has been made to NOT have our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Feed this year.  This was a difficult decision to make but feel it is in the best interest for our church family and our community.  Hopefully next year!!!

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

THANK YOU to everyone who has donated to our “One Thing” so far. Last month we collected a little over 70 pairs of sweatpants for the Abbott House. We are DOWNTOWN 4 GOOD!

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY        NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

TUESDAY       

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

WEDNESDAY

7 PM                 Youth

6 PM                 Family Ministries Team

THURSDAY    

5:30 PM            Love Feast

7 PM                 SPR

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED       

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, January 30th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Isaiah 40:31

but those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.

Music –   Praise Team   

Scripture Reader- Jaimie Larson     

Servants – Rich Stedman, Dave Mitchell                                                                                 

GATHERING SONGS Open the Eyes of My Heart

                                 Lord, Reign in Me

GREETING  

CALL TO WORSHIP       

L:  Cease your labor,

P:  Put an end to work

L:  Come, rest awhile-

P:  Heal in the presence of God.

L:  Refresh your spirit-

P: Feel God’s touch.

L:  Renew your mind-

P:  Peace and hope for another day.

L:  Come, worship and rejoice-

P:  Sing praise to a loving, healing, and renewing God.

OPENING SONG Today Is the Day

CENTERING WORDS

CENTERING SONG All Who Are Thirsty

CENTERING PRAYER

CHILDREN’S MOMENT Kids of the Kingdom

TIME OF PRAYER Surely the Presence of the Lord is in this Place

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 John 4:7-26 & Romans 12:1-2

MESSAGE Sound Bites: Renew your Mind

SONG Cornerstone

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG God Is Good All the Time                       

*BENEDICTION             

POSTLUDE No Mountain High Enough

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Becky Koch

Lee Ross

Blythe Metzinger

London Sudbeck

Natalie Wilson

Ray Lapka

Dennis Zoss

Deb Wilson and family in the loss of Deb’s mother, Gloria Henglefelt

For all those who are ill in our community

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

Is given by an anonymous sponsor

LIVESTREAM

Is given by Janice Northrup

January Mission of the Month:

Dakota Wesleyan Mission Trip

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

ONE THING-SWEATPANTS

Our "One Thing" for January are NEW men’s and women’s sweatpants for the Abbott House. They need small, medium, large, and extra-large sizes. The Abbott House serves as one of the foremost providers of therapeutic residential treatment and foster care services in all of South Dakota, with locations in Mitchell and Rapid City. Please place them in the “One Thing” tote in the gathering area. Thank you!

LENT

Ash Wednesday is March 2nd. We are hoping to have several different small groups meet during this season. If you would be willing to lead a small group, please contact Pastor Keith at keith@downtownfirstumc.com or 996-7721.

SOUPER BOWL

The Youth are in charge of the service on Super Bowl Sunday, February 13. We invite you to worship with us and join us for soup and sandwiches after the service. We will be serving from 10:30 until around 12:15. If you can't stay, meals will be available for you to take with you right after the service. The money raised will help pay for the Mission Trip to Spirit Lake, North Dakota, July 10-15. We are also looking for volunteers to help prepare and clean up. Click here to sign up. Thank you.

2022 YOUTH MISSION TRIP

The 2022 mission trip is scheduled for July 10-15.  A $50 nonrefundable deposit is due by February 2 to secure a place on the bus.  The trip will cost approximately $450 per person.  The church will pay a portion through our camp scholarship fund and youth have an opportunity to earn money by participating in fundraisers such as the lunch on February 13 and Butter Braid sales.  If you have any questions, please ask Cindy, Jessica, Tonya, or Heidi.

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKES

Due to the ongoing situation with COVID and illness in general in our community, the decision has been made to NOT have our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Feed this year.  This was a difficult decision to make but feel it is in the best interest for our church family and our community.  Hopefully next year!!!

GIVE PLUS APP CHANGES

Starting January 31st, the Give Plus app for mobile giving will not be active and instead will be changed to VANCO mobile. You can download this application in the Apple or Google Play store. If you already use the Give Plus app, you can login to the VANCO mobile app with the same information. Any reoccurring gifts that were made on the Give plus app will automatically transfer over to the VANCO mobile app. If you have not set up an account, you can download the app and search for our church, Downtown Mitchell FUMC, and you will be prompted to set up an account. All you must do to give is push the red “Give” button and it will give you instructions on how to donate. The app also comes with some great scheduling and notifications programs, so we encourage you to download and make an account. Please contact the church office at 996-7721 with any questions.

EMAIL UPDATE

The following emails are no longer active: short@mitchellfumc.org, keith@mitchellfumc.org, and finance@mitchellfumc.org. Short’s email is short@downtownfirstumc.com, Pastor Keith’s is keith@downtownfirstumc.com, and finance is finance@downtownfirstumc.com.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for February, March, and April. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY        NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

TUESDAY       NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

WEDNESDAY

7 PM                 Youth

THURSDAY    NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED         

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, January 23rd, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Psalm 34:13-14

Keep your tongue from evil, and your lips from speaking deceit. Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it. The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and his ears are open to their cry.

Music –   Nancy Nelson   

Scripture Reader- Natalie Piehl    

Servants – Rich Stedman, Dave Mitchell                                                                                 

PRELUDE

GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP       

L:  Give Thanks to the Lord, for God is good.

P:  God’s steadfast love endures forever.

L:  Give thanks to God who alone does great wonders.

P:  God’s steadfast love endures forever.

L:  God made the great lights, the sun and the moon.

P:  God’s steadfast love endures forever.

L:  God frees us from our enemies.

P:  God’s steadfast love endures forever.

L:  God gives food to every creature.

P:  God’s steadfast love endures forever.

L:  Give thanks to the God of Heaven.

P:  God’s steadfast love endures forever

OPENING SONG Open My Eyes That I May See UMH 454

CENTERING PRAYER Prayer For Courage to do Justice UMH 456

CHILDREN’S MOMENT

TIME OF PRAYER

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 John 9:1-12, 24-34

MESSAGE Sound Bites: Repeat the Good Word  

SONG Change My Heart, Oh God TFWS 2152

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG Because He Lives UMH 364                      

*BENEDICTION             

POSTLUDE Down in My Heart     

 Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Blythe Metzinger

London Sudbeck

Natalie Wilson

Donna Wright

Ray Lapka

Dave Doering

Julie Fritzemeier

Gloria Henglefelt

Dennis Zoss

The Fox family in the death of Curtis’ mother, Miriam

The Budahl and Baldwin family in the loss of Gladys Baldwin

For all those who are ill in our community

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

Is given in memory of Ann & Clayton McLaughlin whose anniversary would have been January 21st, by Connie McLaughlin

LIVESTREAM

Is given by Chris & Tenille Heier  

January Mission of the Month:

Dakota Wesleyan Mission Trip

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

FLOWERS

The flowers are from the funeral of Gladys Baldwin

ONE THING-SWEATPANTS

Our "One Thing" for January are NEW men’s and women’s sweatpants for the Abbott House. They need small, medium, large, and extra-large sizes. The Abbott House serves as one of the foremost providers of therapeutic residential treatment and foster care services in all of South Dakota, with locations in Mitchell and Rapid City. Please place them in the “One Thing” tote in the gathering area. Thank you!

LENT

Ash Wednesday is March 2nd. We are hoping to have several different small groups meet during this season. If you would be willing to lead a small group, please contact Pastor Keith at keith@downtownfirstumc.com or 996-7721.

SOUPER BOWL

The Youth are in charge of the service on Super Bowl Sunday, February 13. We invite you to worship with us and join us for soup and sandwiches after the service. We will be serving from 10:30 until around 12:15. If you can't stay, meals will be available for you to take with you right after the service. The money raised will help pay for the Mission Trip to Spirit Lake, North Dakota, July 10-15. We are also looking for volunteers to help prepare and clean up. Click here to sign up. Thank you.

2022 YOUTH MISSION TRIP

The 2022 mission trip is scheduled for July 10-15.  A $50 nonrefundable deposit is due by February 2 to secure a place on the bus.  The trip will cost approximately $450 per person.  The church will pay a portion through our camp scholarship fund and youth have an opportunity to earn money by participating in fundraisers such as the lunch on February 13 and Butter Braid sales.  If you have any questions, please ask Cindy, Jessica, Tonya, or Heidi.

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKES

Due to the ongoing situation with COVID and illness in general in our community, the decision has been made to NOT have our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Feed this year.  This was a difficult decision to make but feel it is in the best interest for our church family and our community.  Hopefully next year!!!

GIVE PLUS APP CHANGES

Starting January 31st, the Give Plus app for mobile giving will not be active and instead will be changed to VANCO mobile. You can download this application in the Apple or Google Play store. If you already use the Give Plus app, you can login to the VANCO mobile app with the same information. Any reoccurring gifts that were made on the Give plus app will automatically transfer over to the VANCO mobile app. If you have not set up an account, you can download the app and search for our church, Downtown Mitchell FUMC, and you will be prompted to set up an account. All you must do to give is push the red “Give” button and it will give you instructions on how to donate. The app also comes with some great scheduling and notifications programs, so we encourage you to download and make an account. Please contact the church office at 996-7721 with any questions.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for November, December, and January. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY        NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

TUESDAY      

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

6:30 PM           Church Council

WEDNESDAY

7 PM                 Youth

THURSDAY    NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED 

SATURDAYNO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, January 16th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Luke 11:34-36

“No one after lighting a lamp puts it in a cellar, but on the lampstand so that those who enter may see the light. Your eye is the lamp of your body. If your eye is healthy, your whole body is full of light; but if it is not healthy, your body is full of darkness. Therefore, consider whether the light in you is not darkness. If then your whole body is full of light, with no part of it in darkness, it will be as full of light as when a lamp gives you light with its rays.”

Music –   Praise Team  

Scripture Reader- Jayne Barnard   

Servants – Rich Stedman, Dave Mitchell                                                                                 

GATHERING SONGS In The Eye of the Storm

                                 Trading My Sorrows

GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP       

L:  Amazing grace:

P:  Lifting us from despair,

L:  Comforting us in the dark,

P:  Surprising us on life’s journey.

L:  Amazing grace:

P:  Bringing us hope when the path seems lost,

L:  Holding us when fear hovers close,

P:  Surrounding us with light,

L:  Filing us with Joy

P:  Amazing grace, God’s gift to us!

OPENING SONG Today is the Day

CENTERING WORDS

CENTERING SONG Something Beautiful

CENTERING PRAYER

CHILDREN’S MOMENT Oh Be Careful    

TIME OF PRAYER Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying      

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 5:24b-34

                   Luke 11:24-26

MESSAGE Sound Bites: Replace the Lies  

SONG More Like You

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG No Mountain High Enough                   

*BENEDICTION           

POSTLUDE Down in My Heart      

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Blythe Metzinger

London Sudbeck

Natalie Wilson

Jason & Laurie Kor

Hank & Bonnie Kor

Donna Wright

Ray Lapka

Lily Peterson

Dave Doering

Julie Fritzemeier

Roger & Leana Stunes in the loss of Roger’s mother

The Budahl and Baldwin family in the loss of Gladys Baldwin

Becky Koch & the Kulm family in the death of Ronald Kulm

For God’s light to guide us all as we enter a new year

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

Is given in loving memory of Kathy Ruml’s father, George Smith, who passed away on January 16th, 2009, by his family

LIVESTREAM

Is given by Gail Ringling

January Mission of the Month:

Dakota Wesleyan Mission Trip

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

ONE THING-SWEATPANTS

Our "One Thing" for January are NEW men’s and women’s sweatpants for the Abbot House. They need small, medium, large, and extra-large sizes. The Abbott House serves as one of the foremost providers of therapeutic residential treatment and foster care services in all of South Dakota, with locations in Mitchell and Rapid City. Please place them in the “One Thing” tote in the gathering area. Thank you!

LENT

Ash Wednesday is March 2nd. We are hoping to have several different small groups meet during this season. If you would be willing to lead a small group, please contact Pastor Keith at keith@downtownfirstumc.com or 996-7721.

HUMAN RELATIONS SUNDAY

This Sunday, the 16th, is Human Relations Sunday. The designated offering will go to support ministries of social justice and outreach like the Community Developers, Volunteer Service and Youth Offender Rehabilitation Programs. There are envelopes at both sanctuary entrances for the offering. Thank you.

SOUPER BOWL

The Youth will be leading the service on Super Bowl Sunday, February 13. They will be having a SOUPER BOWL lunch after church that day. All the money raised will go towards the youth group.

GIVE PLUS APP CHANGES

Starting January 31st, the Give Plus app for mobile giving will not be active and instead will be changed to VANCO mobile. You can download this application in the Apple or Google Play store. If you already use the Give Plus app, you can login to the VANCO mobile app with the same information. Any reoccurring gifts that were made on the Give plus app will automatically transfer over to the VANCO mobile app. If you have not set up an account, you can download the app and search for our church, Downtown Mitchell FUMC, and you will be prompted to set up an account. All you must do to give is push the red “Give” button and it will give you instructions on how to donate. The app also comes with some great scheduling and notifications programs, so we encourage you to download and make an account. Please contact the church office at 996-7721 with any questions.

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for November, December, and January. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY

7 PM                Finance           

TUESDAY      

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

WEDNESDAY

7 PM                 Youth

THURSDAY    

1 PM                 UM Clergy Group

7 PM                 Youth Council

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED       

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Bulletin, January 9th, 2022

Order of Worship

9:30 AM Worship Service

VERSE FOR REFLECTION- Psalm 33:20-22

Our soul waits for the Lord; he is our help and shield. Our heart is glad in him because we trust in his holy name. Let your steadfast love, O Lord, be upon us, even as we hope in you.

Music –   Christy Wilson

Scripture Reader- Jo Freier  

Servants – Rich Stedman, Dave Mitchell                                                                                 

PRELUDE

GREETING

CALL TO WORSHIP       

L:  We look ahead and God beckons,

P:  We glace over our shoulder and God nods to us in the past.

L:  We turn to each side and find signs of the Spirit’s presence,

P:  We look up and feel the shadow of the Holy Comforter.

L:  Even the earth we walk on is holy ground.

P:  Step by step, on every journey, along each path,

L:  Through each temptation, even in every doubt,

P:  God is with us…always and forever!

OPENING SONG My Hope is Built UMH 368 (vs. 1,2,3,4)

CENTERING WORDS

CENTERING PRAYER

CHILDREN’S MOMENT Jesus Loves Me   

TIME OF PRAYER     

      Silent Reflection ~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

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 6:6-11

MESSAGE Sound Bites: Remove!  

SONG Stand By Me UMH 512 (vs. 1,2,3)

SHARING OUR GIFTS

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENDING SONG Child of Blessing UMH 611 (vs. 1,2,3,4)                      

*BENEDICTION             

POSTLUDE      

Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS

Natalie Wilson

Jason & Laurie Kor

Hank & Bonnie Kor

Donna Wright

Ray Lapka

Lily Peterson

Dave Doering

Julie Fritzemeier

Kathy Budahl’s mother, Gladys Baldwin

Roger & Leana Stunes in the loss of Roger’s mother

Becky Koch & the Kulm family in the death of Ronald Kulm

For God’s light to guide us all as we enter a new year

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 11 AM)

There is not a sponsor for this week’s radio broadcast

LIVESTREAM

Is given in memory of Virgie Montgomery, whose birthday would have been January 5th, by Peg Larson & family

January Mission of the Month:

Dakota Wesleyan Mission Trip

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 9:30 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 9:30 am

~ Facebook live on Sundays: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 11 am, Sunday

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 9:30 am on Sundays or at any time

ONE THING-SWEATPANTS

Our "One Thing" for January are NEW men’s and women’s sweatpants for the Abbot House. They need small, medium, large, and extra-large sizes. The Abbott House serves as one of the foremost providers of therapeutic residential treatment and foster care services in all of South Dakota, with locations in Mitchell and Rapid City. Please place them in the “One Thing” tote in the gathering area. Thank you!

SUNDAY SCHOOL STARTS BACK UP

Sunday School is starting back up this Sunday. It will continue to be after worship at 10:45AM throughout the remainder of the school year.

FAMILY MINISTRIES MEETING POSTPONED

The first meeting for our Family Ministries committee that was scheduled for Jan. 5th is being rescheduled. The new date is next Wednesday, January 12th at 6pm. Anyone who is interested in learning more about our Family Ministries program is welcome to attend.  

COUNTY FAIR STAMPS

We are still collecting County Fair stamps. Please place them in the drawer marked “County Fair” at the top of the lower-level stairs.

COBORN’S RECEIPTS

We are collecting Coborn’s receipts for November, December, and January. Please place them in the “Coborn’s” drawer at the top of the lower-level stairs.

THANK YOU!!!

2021 has been quite the year. There have been many challenges…but there have also been many positive things that have happened. Our church has continued to reach out in ministry in so many ways. Through our Mission Giving we have had an impact in many different parts of the world. Through our One Thing giving we have touched lives here in the Mitchell area through fun and creative ways. Your faithful giving to our church has ensured that all our staff and bills have been fully paid as ministry has been done in the name of Jesus Christ. Your giving of your time, energy, and ability has also ensured that the impact to the world through our church is broader than any of us can imagine. In the midst of everything else, there have also been a number of staff transitions that have taken place this year. Together we have made these changes relatively smoothly and the ministries of our church have been enhanced. There is a bright future for our church! Thank you for your efforts and desire to bring about the greater fulfillment of God’s Kingdom here on earth now!!!  

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

TODAY          

9:30 AM          Worship

10:45 AM        Sunday School

MONDAY

7PM                Trustees           

TUESDAY      

9:30 AM           Staff Meeting

7PM                 Communications Committee

WEDNESDAY

6 PM                 Family Ministries Committee

7 PM                 Youth

THURSDAY    

7PM                   SPR

FRIDAY          NO EVENTS SCHEDULED        

SATURDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED