Sunday Worship: Feb. 22, 2015

"The Crossroads of Convenience and Integrity"

This Sunday we begin our Lenten worship series, "Crossroads." At the crossroads of our lives, we can reflect where we are, where we're heading and what we're taking with us. The season of Lent, the 40 days from Ash Wednesday to Easter, is traditionally a time of self-examination in which we focus on our relationship with God. Click here to learn more.

Sanctuary: "The Crossroads of Convenience and Integrity" - The Rev. Roger Scholtz

Chapel: "The Crossroads of Convenience and Integrity"- The Rev. Justin LaRosa

Magnolia: "The Crossroads of Convenience and Integrity"- The Rev. Justin LaRosa

NEWS

Ash Wednesday Services Tomorrow; More About Lent

Ash Wednesday Services will take place tomorrow at 12:15 p.m. at The Portico at 1001 N. Florida Ave. and the Chapel, as well as 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. All services will include the traditional Imposition of Ashes. Click here to learn more.

Sundays Feb. 22 - Good Friday, Apr. 3, worship with us in our Lenten worship series "Crossroads."
Lenten small groups are now forming to delve deeper and discuss weekly texts.
Participate in the Lent Challenge: Choose at least one way to fast during Lent leading up to Easter as an intentional way to make more space for God: food, digital, busyness. View details here.
Download Lent graphics for use on social media and smartphone wallpaper here.
What is Lent? Wonder why it lasts 40 days? Where does Fat Tuesday and Mardi Gras fit in? Click here to find out.

You're Invited to Progress @ The Portico, Mar. 1

Come experience the restoration and learn about what is happening at Hyde Park's Downtown Campus, The Portico, 1001 N. Florida Ave. Take a tour of the property and watch a presentation on Mar. 1. Click here for more details.

Family Fun Movie Night Friday

All families are invited to movie night 6-8 p.m. Friday in the Harnish Activities Center. Enjoy dinner, crafts, treats and a screening of the first "Despicable Me." Click here to learn more.

Saturday: 11th Annual Running to Make God's Love Real

What is Running to Make God's Love Real (RTMGLR) all about? Click here to find out about our Thursday night running club, or contact Bill Howard. You can run, walk or cheer for others in the races this weekend.

Church Conference Set for Sunday

The District Superintendent has authorized a Church Conference 12:15 p.m. Sunday in the Chapel to approve the 2015 Ministries and Missions budget and clergy compensation. All members of Hyde Park United Methodist are voting members of the Church Conference.

Read 'Roger That" every Week

Looking for another thought-provoking pastoral word from the Rev. Roger Scholtz long before the next Sunday arrives? Subscribe to Roger's weekly message "Roger That," which arrives in your email inbox on Thursdays. Catch up on recent Roger That messages you've missed at hydeparkumc.org.

House of Hope Spring Fling Mar. 17

Join Hillsborough House of Hope at noon Tuesday Mar. 17 for its annual Spring Fling luncheon and fashion show at Palma Ceia Country Club. Click here for details.

Lent Books in Bookstore

It's a great time to visit the Aldersgate Bookstore and Coffee Shop. Stop by for Lenten books and more. Click here to learn more details.

DOWNTOWN UPDATE

DocNight @ The Portico, Feb. 24

6:30 p.m. Feb. 24, The Portico, at 1001 N. Florida Avenue, will continue its monthly documentary film screening with "Sons of Lwala," a powerful film about two brothers who return home to finish the health clinic their father started. Click here to learn more.

EVENTS AND GROUPS

Sign Up for Lenten Groups, starting week of Feb. 22

Starting the week of Feb. 22, groups will dive deeper into the texts from the sermon, and explore how we often find ourselves at crossroads in our faith. Click here to sign up.

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

Let's Make Everyone Count! Feb. 26

The annual Homeless Count in Hillsborough County is coordinated by the Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative in conjunction with our community partners. Click here to learn how you can get involved.

"No More Throw Away Kids" Training Feb. 28

Do you have a heart for lost and hurting children? You can be a light in a dark world for incarcerated children. It only takes a small investment of time to make a big difference. A training will be held 10 a.m - 2:30 p.m. Feb. 28. Click here to register and learn more.

Wonder Walk 2015, Mar. 21

Come walk, ride, run or skate at the 35th annual Cornerstone Ministries Wonder Walk 8 a.m. - noon Saturday, Mar. 21 along Bayshore Boulevard. View more here.

Nine Ways to Make an Impact Immediately

Parking Lot Greeters, 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.

CHILDREN AND YOUTH

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.

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