Bulletin for September 12th, 2021

Order of Service

Prelude
Welcome
Call to Worship
Sing: "When Morning Gilds the Skies" (UMH #185)
           "Broken Vessels"
Passing of the Peace
Announcements
Children's Moment
Offertory: Jubilee Ringers Bell Choir
Offering Prayer
Video
Scripture Reading: Ruth 4:13-17
Message: Grandparents by Pastor Pete Grassow
Pastoral Prayer
The Lord's Prayer
Staff Appreciation Moment
Closing Song: Goodness of God
Benediction
​Postlude

Announcements

Worship Information

Today we want to recognize and share our appreciation for all that Pete, Krista and the entire staff (Gretchen Knutson, Vonda Kirkham, Sam Becker, JoAnn Lee, Paul Schmidt, MK Hugghins, Joan Riessen, and Ted DeLange) do for this congregation.  They have kept the church connected and running during the last 18 months, which was no easy feat given the unusual circumstances of a global pandemic.  We are incredibly thankful for their dedication to this church!  Please join us after church in the prayer garden for cookies in their honor.  -Staff Parish Relations

Manna in the Middle kicks off Wednesday,  Sept 15th! 
                 4pm         Chiming Children
                 5pm         Meal, Youth Bells
                 6pm         Worship (CLC)
                 7pm         Confirmation, Wednesday School, and Church Life Groups

Blessing of the Backpacks is Weds, Sept 15th, and Sun, Sept 19th.  All students (including SDSU!) and teachers are welcome to bring their backpack for a special blessing during our worship service.

New member class is Sun, Sept 19th, at 11:15am in the church basement. If you are interested in becoming a member and have not contacted the office, please do so this week (605-692-4345 or office@brookingsmethodist.org).

Missions

Due to increasing COVID concerns, the Turkey Dinner (Sept 26, 11:30-1:30) will be Drive-Through/Take-Out only.  Many volunteers are needed! Please consider signing up to help in the Narthex or on Signup Genius at https://bit.ly/turkeydinner2021 . Tickets are on sale now. Contact the church office at 605-692-4345 for information.

The September #onething donations are directed to UM Nomads, an organization of volunteers with RV’s.  See nomadsumc.org or contact Gary & Avis Norton for more information at garyavisnorton@gmail.com.

Online Giving

FUMC has a NEW Giving App!  Vanco Payment Solutions has a new downloadable giving app called “Vanco Mobile”.  If you donate to FUMC using your Apple or Android device, please download this new app before 9-30-21.  The old app (Give+) will be retired starting in October.

Other

Campus Ministry Life Group is hosting the Brookings County Youth Mentoring Program on Weds, Sept 15th, upstairs in the Campus Ministry Room of the sanctuary building . Darla Biel, the executive director of BCYMP, will highlight mentoring for our local at-risk youth.

An informational meeting about the future design plans for the kitchen in the church basement is Sun, Sept 19th, following the worship service.

BATA Bus Service

The BATA Bus Service has resumed. Please call the church office at 605-692-4345 by Noon on Fridays if you would like a ride.  Or visit brookingsmethodist.org for more information and updates.

Connect With Us!

Church Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-12:00 pm
 
Need prayer? Email prayer@brookingsmethodist.org and one of the pastors will pray with you.  We can also add you to our Prayer Chain.

Church Staff

Lead Pastor - Pete Grassow
Associate Pastor/Campus Ministry - Krista Ducker
Education Director - Gretchen Knutson
Community Life Center Director - Vonda Kirkham
Office Manager/Financial Secretary - JoAnn Lee
Worship Tech/Media Director, Building Manager - Sam Becker
Organists -  Joan Riessen & MK Hugghins
Accompanist - Ted DeLange
Tech Coordinator - Paul Schmidt