Downtown Mitchell
First United Methodist Church
310 N Rowley
Mitchell SD 57301
Sharing the love of Jesus
from the heart of Downtown
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VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Psalm 104:33-34
I will sing to the LORD as long as I live; I will sing praise to my God while I have being. May my meditation be pleasing to him, for I rejoice in the LORD.
IN OUR PRAYERS
Pastor Nelson’s family with the loss of his mother, Maxine
Mona Skidmore
Sandy Skinner
Virgina Radel
Stephani Scheurenbrand
Rich Stedman
Peggy Melmer
Hank & Bonnie Kor
For our community churches as they prepare for the fall season.
LABOR DAY
The church office will be closed on Monday, September 2nd in honor of Labor Day. We hope everyone has a Happy and Safe Labor Day!
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM
There is not a sponsor for the radio broadcast for this week. If you would like to sponsor our radio broadcast, please call the office.
LIVESTREAM
Is given in memory of Dale Letcher by Sheila Letcher.
OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:
~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am
~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am
~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for
Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch
~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday
~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at
10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.
MISSION OF THE MONTH
Heifer International
Heifer International is on a mission to end hunger and poverty in a sustainable way by supporting and investing alongside local farmers and their communities.
SEPTEMBER “ONE THING”
Our September “One Thing” is fleece throws/blankets for Home for Now. Home for Now is a newly organized nonprofit in Mitchell with a mission to work with faith-based and community organizations in providing sustainable solutions to address poverty and homelessness in Mitchell.
INVITE ONE PERSON
The Communications Team launched a new campaign earlier this year to encourage growth with internal volunteerism, participation in FUMC committees, and attendance at in-person or virtual worship services. We encourage you to continue inviting your + one.
YOUTH LEADERSHIP
Are you interested in helping to grow a community of youth that seeks to build connections by loving God, others, and self, then we are looking for you. We are in search of some adult leadership to help with our Wednesday evening and possibly Sunday morning youth ministries. If you’d like more information or are interested, please talk to Becky Koch or Pastor Keith.
SUICIDE AWARNESS MONTH
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. There is a Lights for Love Memorial Walk planned for Tuesday, September 10th at 6pm at DWU/Avera Sports & Wellness Complex as well as a special service of hope and healing September 15th at 4pm here at Downtown First United Methodist Church. All are welcome!
ADULT BIBLE STUDY
The Immerse Bible Study will pick up again with the start of Sunday School on September 15. We will be starting off with Prophets. We will again plan to hold two classes. We will meet on Sundays at 9am and Wednesday evenings at 7pm. Please let Natalie Piehl know if you have any questions. Books will be ordered and available for purchase once they arrive.
SUNDAY SCHOOL AND CONFIRMATION
The first day of children’s & youth’s Sunday School and 8th grade confirmation will be Sunday, September 15th. This date will be our Sunday School Kickoff Celebration! Please register online or grab a hard copy at Becky’s office.
GARDEN SURPLUS
If you have excess garden produce, you are welcome to bring it to the church. There is a produce table near the Gathering Area. If you need/want the veggies, please leave a donation in the basket and take them with you, The money benefits World Hunger.
SERVICE OF HOPE AND HEALING
FOLLOWING LOSS BY SUICIDE
As part of September being Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, our church will once again host a Service of Hope and Healing for those whose lives have been touched by the tragedy of suicide. The service will take place on Sunday, September 15th at 4pm in our Worship Center. Please share this information with family and friends who have experienced the death of a loved one by suicide. Our goal is to provide a service in which we allow people to remember those who died, and to provide hope and healing for those who live.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Wed., Sept 11, First Night of Youth Group
Thurs., Sept 12, Love Feast
Sun., Sept 15, First Day of Sunday School
Sun., Sept 15, Suicide Healing Service 4pm
Thurs., Sept 26, Love Feast
Sat., Oct 5, Leadership Retreat
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Adult Study- S-1 (Back of Worship Center)
10:00 AM Worship
MONDAY
LABOR DAY/OFFICE CLOSED
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
WEDNESDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
THURSDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
FRIDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
4:00 PM Bruinsma Wedding (Chapel)
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Christy Wilson, Carolyn Knight, & Singers
Scripture- Twyla Mah
GATHERING SONGS: Shout to the Lord 2074 TFWS
Since Jesus Came into My Heart 2140 TFWS
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: The work of our hands,
P: Our labor of care,
L: The sound of our smiles,
P: The tone of our songs,
L: Our open hand,
P: Our tender embrace.
L: Loving God,
P: By loving the world,
L: Caring for all people,
P: Especially the poor, the young, the forgotten.
L: Loving God…
P: By caring for ALL creation!
OPENING SONG: God of Grace and God of Glory 577 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Kids of the Kingdom
TIME OF PRAYER: Hear Us as We Pray
Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer
(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen
SCRIPTURE: Luke 15:17-20a
MESSAGE: Life, Faith, & Recovery: Up Close & Personal
COMMUNION:
Preparing our Hearts Apostles Creed 881 UMH
Preparing the Elements
Receiving Communion
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Precious Name Vs.1,2 536 UMH
BENEDICTION: Precious Name Vs.3,4 536 UMH