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We are pleased to announce our Middle School Essay Contest Winner: Isaiah Isel!

Isaiah wrote about 'How serving has made an impact on me and my community/world?' To read his essay click here!
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Youth Council 
2014-2015
Time is running out to be a leader in our Youth Program. Nomination forms need to be turned in by Oct. 15 and interviews will be on Oct. 19 between noon-3 p.m. Click here to learn about open positions.

Family Mission Trip (June 6-13)
This is an opportunity for families to serve together at El Ayudante ("The Servant") in Leon, Nicaragua (www.nicamissions.com). For cost and details, click here. Attend our informational meeting on Oct. 26, 10:45 a.m. - Noon, Magnolia Building.

High School Mission Trip (July 19-25)
Groups will partner with local ministries and churches to serve those in need through hands-on projects to bring homes back to livable conditions. Youth will minister in the community through children's outreach ministry and serving in clothing and food distribution centers. Cost is $1,200 with deposit due in December. Click here to sign up. Join us for an informational meeting on Nov. 2, Noon - 1 p.m., Magnolia Building.

null First Priority is a Christian Club that meets at almost all of our Tampa Bay schools. It is like a Bible study where we talk about Scripture, pray for our schools, teachers and friends. These clubs are all student led but have Youth Pastors from all over the Tampa Bay Area helping lead them. Find your school here.

 

MERGE
Youth Praise Team, 4-5:15 p.m. Sunday
 Hope to see all of our praise band members at 4 p.m. If you are interested in joining the Youth Praise Team, contact Dave!
 

Middle and High School Merge, Sunday, 5:15-8 p.m.
This Sunday will be game night. We will still provide dinner at 5:15-5:45 p.m. before programming starts (at 6 p.m.) for all students. This is a great opportunity for our students to invite friends who might otherwise feel intimidated to come. It will be a great night of fun and fellowship so c'mon out!
DatesIMPORTANT DATES 
Click here to view a calendar.

 

October

15: Youth Council Nomination Forms Due

19: Youth Council Interviews, Noon-3 p.m., Magnolia
 19: Christmas Tree Sales, 9 a.m. - Noon, Courtyard

26: Christmas Tree Sales, 9 a.m. - Noon, Courtyard 

26: Family Mission Trip Informational Meeting, 10:45 a.m. - Noon, Magnolia


November

2:  Guatemala Informational Meeting,  Noon-1 p.m., Magnolia
 

SundaySUNDAY MORNING OPTIONS  
Middle School:
We are starting a new DVD from Skit Guys about how we can incorporate God into our daily lives. Join us at 9:30 a.m. upstairs of the Magnolia Building this Sunday! See you then!

High School:
9:30-10:45 a.m., High Commitment Class, Magnolia Building

Serving Opportunities for Both Middle and High School:
9:30 and 11 a.m. Worship Services
Serving in Open Arms, Children's Ministries, Music, Tech,
Parking, Usher/Greeter for all five services on Sundays.
ServiceSERVICE OPPORTUNITIES 
Student Opportunities
Are you interested in making God's love real to the children of Hyde Park? Children's Ministries is looking for youth to serve as assistant small group shepherds, greeters, or tech helpers at both 9:30 and 11:00 Sunday Morning Live programming. If interested, contact Kathy DiRaimo to find out about training and opportunities that might be a good fit for you.

Adult Opportunities
We have many opportunities to serve. If you are interested, or want more information about any of the following, contact Kathy.
  • Middle School Bible Study Leader (Wednesday Nights, 6-8 p.m.)
  • Small Group Leaders (Sunday Nights, 5-8 p.m.)
    • Grade 6 Boys Leader
    • Grade 7 Boys Leader
    • Grade 10 Leader (2 females needed)
    • Grade 11 Leader
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Hyde Park United Methodist
Youth Ministry
500 W. Platt St.
Tampa, FL 33606
813.253.5388