In Remembrance

With deep sorrow we remember the Beste family as Cheryl’s mother, Lois Simmons  passed away on September 10th.  Her funeral is on Saturday, September 23rd, with a 9:30am visitation, 10am service, and burial in Fairview Cemetery in White with lunch following in the basement church dining room. 
 
We also have learned of the passing of Ruth Morrill on July 16, 2023.  Her funeral will be held in our sanctuary on Saturday, September 30th with visitation at 9:30am and the service following at 10am.  Our deepest condolences to her family are extended.

3rd Grade Bible Presentation

We rejoice on this day as the following 3rd graders receive their Bibles: 
Emma Bohn                                  Autumn Borah
Kennedy Hanson*                         Davis Knutson*
Lucy Tellekson                              Leif Weiland*

​Luncheon

The United Women of Faith will host a noon luncheon on Thursday, Sept 21st In the dining room lower level in the church with Gary and Avis Norton speaking about a special mission project. All ladies of the church are invited to attend!

New Music Class for Children

Does your child like to sing?  We will be offering a music time for children in the PreK-5th grade class on Sunday mornings from 8:40-9:00. It will be held in an upstairs room of the Education Center!  This begins on the same Sunday that Sunday school begins – September 10.  They will do a variety of songs from popular Christian songs on the radio to VBS songs and the good ole ‘stand-by’s.  Come join in on a fun music time!

​Manna in the Middle

Do you need a mid-week pick-me-up or maybe Wednesdays are your day of Worship?  We are excited that Manna in the Middle for 2023-2024 has begun.  It includes a no-cost meal at 5:00pm, worship service at 6:00 and many activities at 7:00. It is open to all and all are welcome!!  If you haven’t been before – come and see what it is all about! 

​Turkey Dinner

Save the date!  Sunday, Oct 1st, 11:30—1pm.  Advance tickets are on sale now at the church office, 8:30—12 noon, M-F.  Call 605-692-4345 for more information.

Help Needed for Turkey Dinner

Sign up to help with the Turkey Dinner online with SignUp Genius, bit.ly/TurkeyDinner2023 or in the Atrium before and after Sunday services.

Extra Produce?

Gardeners, please consider donating your extra produce to the Harvest Table. There is a tote in the narthex for Sunday donations or drop produce off in the Community Life Center on Mondays.

​Prayer Chain

A prayer chain can provide comfort, support, and encouragement to someone in need. We pray to thank Him, rejoice with Him, bring our pain, needs and sorrows to Him. He cares about each one of us and so we join together in prayer. If you have  a request please contact Betty Ruth Mennis at 605-693-3070 or 605-690-5338 to activate the prayer chain.

Harvest Table

If you are interested in being a serving group for Harvest Table, please contact Vonda at 605-692-4345 or brookingsharvesttable@gmail.com and she will schedule your group on their calendar.

Online Giving

Vanco Payment Solutions has a new giving app for your donation using your Apple or Android device called “Vanco Mobile”.  Once you have the app downloaded, in the Search bar type “Brookings” and then select FUMC.  Please contact our Finance Office if you have any questions (605-692-4345 ext. 22 or finance@brookingsmethodist.org).

Radio Broadcast Sponsorship

The 2023 Radio Broadcast signup spots are filled on SignUp Genius. Thank You! Look for the 2024 schedule for signups on SignUp Genius and the Welcome Centers soon! An announcement will be made when it is available. These broadcasts are greatly appreciated by many people. The cost is $60 and can be heard on KBRK 1430AM every Sunday at 9:30am.

Connect With Us!

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

Church Staff

Lead Pastor - Pete Grassow
Education Director - Gretchen Knutson
Community Life Center Director - Vonda Kirkham
Office Manager - Lynelle Hagedorn
Finance Coordinator - Linda Kay Hai
Worship Tech/Media Director, Facility Manager - Sam Becker
Tech Coordinator - Paul Schmidt
Music Coordinator - Bunny Christie
Choir Director - Shawn Stemsrud
Wednesday Activities Coordinator - Sammi Carney
Congregational Care Coordinator - Joanie Holm
Organists - Joan Riessen & MK Hugghins
Manna Cook - Katie Knutson
Choir Accompanist - Thomas Tvedt