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Sunday Worship: Jan. 18, 2015 
"Open To Reason"
Genesis 1:1-5, 2:4-9

Tired of the "creation vs. evolution" debate? Let's view faith and science not as competing but complementary. Discover a faith that is big enough to be open to all during our January worship series, "Open." Click here to learn more.

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

Chapel: "Open To Reason"- The Rev. Danny Bennett    

Magnolia: "Open To Reason"- The Rev. Danny Bennett    

News NEWS
Save the Date: 11th Annual Running to Make God's Love Real, Feb. 21
What is Running to Make God's Love Real (RTMGLR) all about? Click here to find out about our Thursday night running club, and sign up to join Hyde Park's group in the Gasparilla Distance Classic in February, or contact Bill Howard. You can run, walk or cheer for others in the races, wearing an inviting green RTMGLR t-shirt.
Pledges: Now is the Time!
The Finance Committee meets this week to finalize this year's budget (ministries and missions) based on the total pledges received. Make yours count by committing in one of two ways:
  • Text your full name and pledge for 2015 to 813.777.7110.
  • Contact Mary Lou Compton, 813.253.5388.
Gasparilla Children's Parade Parking, Jan. 24
Park in our lots during the Gasparilla Children's Parade for $10 and support Merge Youth Ministries. Student and adult volunteers are needed. Contact Kathy DiRaimo.
PrimeTimers Parking, Gasparilla Fundraiser, Jan. 31
Gasparilla Parade Day is approaching and the senior adult ministry, the PrimeTimers, will be parking cars for the parade Saturday, Jan. 31. Sign up in the Courtyard on Sunday Jan. 18 or 25 to help direct traffic and collect money for this fundraiser, or contact Jack Brown.
DowntownDOWNTOWN UPDATE  
Third Thursday Downtown Meditation and Worship
Every third Thursday of the month, The Portico, our downtown campus offers a mid-day worship service at 12:15 p.m. in addition to the regular weekly Tuesday and Thursday silent prayer and mediation. This service includes basic worship elements including music, a short message and silent meditation. The next Third Thursday is this Thursday, Jan. 15.
GROUPSCLASSES, EVENTS AND GROUPS    
Consider the Question: Planning for End of Life Care
Dr. John Dormois and the Rev. Sally Campbell-Evans will facilitate a three-week series on topics surrounding end of life 6:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings Jan. 21, 28, and Feb. 4. Everyone is welcome. To register, click here.
Sunday Morning Magnolia Bible Study
Join others from 11 Magnolia for an eight-week Bible Study before worship at 9:30 a.m. beginning Jan. 25 in Knox Hall 153. Covenant Bible Study is a modern, video-based Bible study that explores the intersection of our faith, Scripture, and God's workings in the world. Pick up your book "Creating the Covenant" in the bookstore." Contact Mat Hotho.
ServiceSERVICE OPPORTUNITIES 
Sort and Stock Shelves with the Open Arms Clothing Ministry
The Open Arms Clothing Ministry meets 9-11 a.m. every Thursday at 401 Magnolia Avenue. If you are interested in helping us sort and stock shelves for the monthly distributions, please join us. For more information, contact Ellen Simpson, 813.831.5983.

Nine Ways to Make an Impact Immediately 

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

We currently have openings for two Summer 2015 Youth Ministries Interns. Visit our website for a job description and information on how to apply.

ChildrenCHILDREN AND YOUTH  
Register now for Jan. 25 Family Service Project
Join families 10:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. Jan. 25 to pack backpacks for UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) and learn about what UMCOR does to help heal our world. The cost is $10 per backpack to cover the costs of materials. To participate, families must register in advance, click here for more information.
Scholarship Opportunities Available
Calling all high school seniors and current college students (any level, including those continuing on to grad school). There may be scholarship opportunities available for you! For more information, high school seniors click here, and college students click here. Deadline is Mar. 31.
FamilyFAMILY CIRCLE 
  • Congratulations to Nicoele and Vrett Karas on the birth of their daughter, Lauren Elizabeth Karas, Dec. 26.
  • Congratulations to Hugo and Lou Schmidt, who celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary, Jan. 7.
  • Sympathy to Lori Starkey and family on the death of her father, Ervin Colestock, Jan. 7.
  • Sympathy to Heidi Colbeck, Maya Lockwood, and their families on the death of their father, Eugene Mueller, Jan. 9.
  • Sympathy to Sarane Harrell and family on the death of her mother, Jan. 11.
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Hyde Park United Methodist
500 W. Platt St.
Tampa, FL 33606
813.253.5388