Sunday Worship, Nov. 22
Releasing the Elephant: Yes, You Really Can
Luke 21:1-4

In our culture, we tend to value individuals based on external standards like wealth. God, however, values humility and obedience. How can God's perspective change our own?
 
Join us as we celebrate the way God will use all of us to make God's love real in and through the church in the year ahead.

Sanctuary: The Rev. Magrey deVega
Chapel: The Rev. Debbie Casanzio
Magnolia: The Rev. Debbie Casanzio
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. This past Sunday, we shared the facts about the church giving, spending, and other budget items at the Ministry and Money Expo. Learn more about the church budget and how you can submit your financial commitment to the church.
Support the Florida United Methodist Children's Home Nov. 29

Hyde Park collects a special offering every 5th Sunday for the Florida United Methodist Children's Home, which serves as a refuge for abused, neglected and troubled children. 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.
Youth Christmas Tree Fundraiser Continues

Place an online order for a fresh Christmas Tree to support Merge Youth Ministries youth camps and missions. Trees will be available for pickup on Dec. 3, only 48 hours after they are cut. Place your order today!
Alternative Christmas Market Gift List Still Open
 
It is not too late to purchase gifts that make a real difference! Browse the Alternative Christmas Market gift list and make online purchases 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.
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 Dinners Continue
 
Enjoy food and fellowship 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 The Portico's 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 Next Week

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 this Sunday

This Sunday, some 400 Hyde Park members will be serving at the Metropolitan Ministries' holiday tent. Spend an enriching Sunday making God's love real in our community. Learn more or register here.
Last Chance to "Jam the Bug" Sunday
 
This Sunday will be the final chance to donate Peanut Butter to Metropolitan Ministries! Donations will be collected in the Volkswagen beetle parked on Azeele street next to the breezeway.
CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Impact the Next Generation as a Shepherd
 
Just three hours a month can make a lasting impact on Hyde Park kids! As a small group shepherd, you will develop relationships with children, sit with them during large group time, and lead or assist a small group lesson. Contact Meagan Kempton for more information.
No Merge Youth Ministries this Sunday
 
There will be no Middle or High School Merge Youth Ministries this Sunday. Youth are encouraged to participate in worship and SERVE day with their families.
FAMILY CIRCLE
  • We celebrate the birth of Tate Gergory Kubler, son of Annie and Tate Kubler, Nov. 12.
  • Sympathy to Henry and Sherlyn Kuehn on the death of his father, Nov. 5.
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