Sunday Worship: Jan. 4, 2015

"Open To All"

Questions about faith? Wonder if there is room for you to have doubts, exercise your reason, or hold diverse interpretations? Discover a faith that is big enough to be open to all during our Epiphany worship series beginning this Sunday. Click here to learn more. Invite your friends and neighbors.

Sanctuary: "Open To All" - The Rev. Roger Scholtz

Chapel: "Open To All"- The Rev. Debbie Casanzio

Magnolia: "Open To All"- The Rev. Debbie Casanzio

NEWS

Groups at Hyde Park: Everything you need to start the New Year off right!

Covenant Bible Study 1 / Daniel Plan / Financial Peace / Making Sense of the Bible / Encore Academy / Meditation. Groups focus on expanding our knowledge of Scripture and challenging ourselves to find our full potential. Click here for more information and to register. All groups begin the week of Jan. 4.

Help close the budget gap with Year-End Giving

The IRS requires all gifts to be received or postmarked no later than December 31, 2014 in order to be tax deductible in 2014. Read more, call 813.253.5388 or email Mary Lou Compton.

Ministry Offices Closed New Year's Day

Ministry offices will be closed on Jan. 1. The office will be open until 5 p.m. Dec. 31. In case of birth, death or pastoral emergency, please call the office at 813.253.5388.

Have You Made Your 2015 Commitment?

The Committee on Finance will determine the 2015 Ministry & Mission Fund budget based on our united commitments. Make yours now here.

DOWNTOWN UPDATE

Renovation Update

Renovations are underway at The Portico. View photos on our Facebook page.

CLASSES, EVENTS AND GROUPS

Discover Hyde Park Sunday

Would you like to know more about our congregation? Are you considering membership or what's next for you at Hyde Park? Join us for 30 minutes immediately following the 9:30 and 11 a.m. services in Knox Hall 156 for snacks and to learn a bit more about how to connect at Hyde Park.

Baptism Class, Jan. 7

If you are interested in being baptized or having your child baptized, please join us for the Baptism Class at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 7 in the Chapel. This class is required for all those considering baptism. Baptism classes are usually held on the first Wednesday of each month.

New Member Class, Jan. 11

The next New Member Class begins at 11 a.m., Jan. 11. It meets for six sessions exploring what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. It also helps members find a ministry in which to serve. Contact Debbie Casanzio.

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

"Power of Three" Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Day, Jan. 9 and 10

Join Habitat for Humanity for a special "Power of Three" build joining volunteers from Schaarai Zedek and Christ the King. Click here to register and for additional information.

Nine Ways to Make an Impact Immediately

Parkers, Tech, Clothing donation, Bicycles, Gleaners and more. View all here.

New Staff Opportunity

We currently have an opening for a part-time Music Director for the 11 Magnolia Worship Service. Visit our website for a job description and information on how to apply.

CHILDREN AND YOUTH

Confirmation Classes Begin Sunday, Jan. 11

Students in middle school are invited to attend a Confirmation kick-off meeting at 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4 in the Magnolia Building. Classes will be held 6-8 p.m. Sundays, beginning Jan. 11 through March. The Confirmation service will be 6-8 p.m. Sunday, March 22 in the Sanctuary. To register, contact Kathy DiRaimo.

FAMILY CIRCLE

Congratulations to Bill and Donna Studer, who celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary, Dec. 26.

Hyde Park United Methodist
500 W. Platt St.
Tampa, FL 33606
813.253.5388