Emily's Message
This Saturday is a dress rehearsal for all children and youth participating in the Family Christmas service. Youth Praise Team should plan to be in the Sanctuary at 9 a.m. and all other members should arrive at 10 a.m. Practice ends at noon. We look forward to seeing everyone as you serve during this special time of year.
Making God's Love Real
This week my brother injured himself and had to go to the hospital. I prayed about it, and I immediately felt better. That's how I experienced God's love this week.
Lili Trentalange
Communication Connector
Middle School
This time of year is very stressful. For some, it may be because of travel and making plans. For others, it may be the fact that finals are just around the corner. Either way we need to realize that this time of year is meant to be enjoyed. Whenever we are feeling stressed, which will inevitably happen, we need to give all stresses to Christ so we can spend this Christmas holiday the way God would want us to: with clarity and joy. Happy Holidays!
Van Cates, Jr.
Communication Connector
High School
News + Events
Youth Orchestra
All youth are invited to join in and play for the Family Christmas Service on Dec. 23 at 5:30! Sign up here. The rehearsal schedule is on the form. Contact Dr. D. with questions.
Confirmation
Classes will be held 5:30-8 p.m. Sundays, January through March and end with a service and reception on April 3. Confirmation classes cost $120 (includes the retreat) or $30 (without retreat). Learn more details at Confirmation kick-off, 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 3. Sign up here.
SIFAT Mission Trip 2016
Mark your calendar for July 10-15, 2016 and join us at SIFAT. This is open to all in grades 7-12. Learn more. Sign up.
High School Mission Trip 2016
Mark your calendar for July 24-30, 2016 and join us as we serve in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Learn more. Sign up here.
Warren Willis Sumer Camp,
June 20-25, 2016
Hyde Park is going to camp during week #2. Church camp is for grades 4-12. Camp costs $420 this year. You can register and put a deposit down online at the Warren Willis website. If you would like to ride the church bus, contact Kathy. Seats are limited and are first come, first served. If you are in need of a scholarship, contact Emily.
Sundays
Sunday Morning
We believe that the best way to create "sticky faith" is by having youth involved in congregational worship and serving in church. We encourage both of these for our students. If not attending worship, students can serve in various ways during the hour they are on campus. If you would like to get your student plugged into serving around campus with Children's Ministries, Open Arms, the Tech Team, ushering or greeting, please contact Emily.
Merge, Sunday 5-8 p.m.
Join us as we go Christmas Caroling to some of Hyde Park's shut-ins. We will make four stops to include both homes and assisted living facilities. Wear something festive (like your favorite Christmas hat) and join the fun. No dinner will be provided and every youth needs a medical form on file in order to ride the bus with us. 
Wednesdays
Middle School Bible Study
We all know the story of Christmas, but did you know that, for Jesus' mother, the story was about a lot more than one night? Over the next three weeks, we will look at Jesus through the eyes Mary as we look at Mary's not so silent night.
Serving Opportunities
  • Children's Ministries - contact Meagan
  • Tech Team - contact Nick
  • Hospitality - contact Danny
  • Open Arms - sign up here
  • 2nd Saturday Team - contact Drema
Important Dates

Dec. 
Tuesday: High School Home Group
Saturday: Family Christmas Service Rehearsal, 10 a.m. - noon
20: Christmas Caroling, 5-8 p.m.
22: Nicaragua Family Mission Trip Deposit Due
23: Family Christmas Service, 5:30 p.m., Sanctuary
27: No Programming
30: No Programming
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