Sunday Worship, Nov. 15
Elephant in the Room: Money Myths
 1 Timothy 6:7-11

The topic of stewardship raises a lot of questions: What if I don't have enough to make ends meet? How does stewardship affect my spiritual commitment?

Join us as we address these elephants and debunk the myths surrounding generosity.

Sanctuary: The Rev. Magrey deVega
Chapel: The Rev. Justin LaRosa
Magnolia: The Rev. Justin LaRosa 
NEWS
Embracing the Elephant in the Room

Our current worship series brings us face-to-face with the one $ubject we can't ignore: money.

Ministry and Money Expo
Visit the Ministry and Money Expo 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Sunday in the Harnish Activities Center lobby to get the facts about our church giving, spending, and budget while enjoying a cup of coffee and some M&M's!

Submitting Your Commitment
There are three ways to submit your financial commitment to the church: a physical commitment card, online form, or by texting your full name and yearly pledge amount to 813.563.1976.

Video Shows Flow of Generosity
Generosity at Hyde Park United Methodist makes a real difference: it feeds the hungry, inspires children, and transforms the world. See your giving in action in our fall stewardship video.
Youth Christmas Tree Fundraiser This Sunday

Purchase a fresh Christmas Tree to support Merge Youth Ministries youth camps and missions. Students will be on-hand to take orders after all services this Sunday in the Courtyard and Magnolia Patio. Place an order online or learn more here.
Alternative Christmas Market Makes a Difference

This past Sunday, gifts were purchased that made a real difference at the 10th Annual Alternative Christmas Market. If you would still like to purchase items, you may browse additional gifts at Wednesday Night Dinner, 5:15-7 p.m. this Wednesday in the Harnish Activities Center. You can also view photos of the event or make online purchases from the gift list here.
Gingerbread, Pumpkin Spice, and Everything Nice at the Bookstore

Enjoy a flavored latte while browsing our new Christmas books and gifts, including autographed copies of Advent studies written by Magrey deVega and Justin LaRosa. Learn more.
Making Room: Advent Begins Nov. 29

Christmas is overwhelming-between the busyness, parties and presents there is hardly time to think. Our Advent sermon series will take us on a journey to cut through the chaos of life and make room for the peace and hope of Christ. Learn more.
Christmas Services at Hyde Park United Methodist

Christmas time at Hyde Park is right around the corner! Everyone is invited to join us to celebrate the coming of the Christ child at one of our Christmas services.
Wednesday Night Dinner: Cuban Cuisine
 
Take a trip to Havana with chicken ropa vieja, rice, black beans and plantains this Wednesday from 5:15-7 p.m. in the Harnish Activities Center. $8 adults, $4 children (12 and under). Learn more. 
DOWNTOWN AND THE PORTICO
Shop Unique Gifts at Urban Art Mart

Shop a unique collection of goods just in time to wrap up your Christmas shopping at The Portico's Urban Art Mart! The mart will run 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5 and feature live music, food and family activities. Learn more.
EVENTS AND GROUPS
Advent Groups Begin Nov. 22

Discover a fresh experience of Christ from each Gospel within a small group community with the Rev. Magrey deVega's Advent study, "Awaiting the Already: An Advent Journey Through the Gospels." Sign up now.

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Participate in SERVE Day and Jam the Bug

This November, Hyde Park is partnering with Metropolitan Ministries and there are two opportunities for you to serve:
  • SERVE day at the Metropolitan Ministries tent with some 400 Hyde Park members on Nov. 22.
  • "Jam the Bug" this Sunday by donating jars of peanut butter to Metropolitan Missions on Azeele Street by the breezeway entrance.
 Learn more or register here.
Hilsborough House of Hope Card Making Sunday
 
Volunteers are needed noon this Sunday in Knox Hall 150 to craft handmade cards to sell for the Hillsborough House of Hope. Supplies and a light lunch will be provided. Learn more.
CHILDREN AND YOUTH
No Children's Ministries Programming Wednesday
 
There will be no Jr. Zone, Zone, or Club 45 this Wednesday Nov. 11 as Hillsborough County Schools will be closed. Childcare will be provided on the first floor of the Wesley Center for children 6 weeks through 5th grade for parents attending a small group or choir practice.
Class Openings at Small Blessings Preschool
 
Small Blessings Early Childhood Center has immediate openings for 2-year old and 4-year old students. For more information, click here.
FAMILY CIRCLE
  • We celebrate the birth of Maren Lake Compton, daughter of Lauren and Welty Compton, Nov. 4.
  • Sympathy to Stacey Farlow on the death of her mother, Nov. 7.
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