Sunday Worship, Jan. 17
What Does it Mean to be Methodist?

If a friend were to ask you why you were a United Methodist, what would you say? Join us as we explore the principles of ever-present grace and staying open-minded in a world of extremes that make our denomination unique.

Sanctuary: The Rev. Clarke Campbell-Evans, Director of Missional Engagement, Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church 
Chapel: The Rev. Magrey deVega
Magnolia: The Rev. Magrey deVega
NEWS
Share the 'Short Answers to Big Questions' Online

Our current worship series tackles the "big questions" of the Christian faith, breaking them down into portable answers. Sermons from this series can be viewed and shared in our sermon archives. Printable versions of the short answers are available here or at Connection Point Sunday. Questions? Contact John Barolo.
Running to Make God's Love Real

Sign-up this Sunday in the Courtyard to help make God's love real during the Gasparilla Distance Classic. Cheer on runners or wear a Hyde Park United Methodist t-shirt as you run the race. Learn more.
Food and Fellowship at Wednesday Night Dinner

Enjoy delicious food and fellowship this Wednesday, 5:15-7 p.m. in the Harnish Activities Center. Dinner is $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Learn more.
Give Gasparilla Beads for a Good Cause

The Prime Timers are a group of older adults who enjoy fun and fellowship while caring for one another. Support their annual Gasparilla parking fundraiser by donating beaded necklaces to the Ministry Offices. Funds raised will support Prime Timers events and other needs of the church. Learn more about the Prime Timers here.
New Sunday Safety Procedures for Wesley Center 
 
Our children's safety is among highest priorities at Hyde Park. Because our nursery and children's programming occurs in the Wesley Center each Sunday, the entrance to the building and lobby restrooms are now restricted for child drop off/pick up only. Additional restrooms are available in the Sanctuary, Knox Hall and Chapel Lobby. Read more. 
Ministry Offices Closed Monday 
 
The Ministry Offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 18 in honor of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. 
DOWNTOWN AND THE PORTICO
Doc Night Jan. 28: "Too Close to Home"

Florida may have beaches and sunny skies, but it is also the third-highest state in the nation for human trafficking. Join us 6:30 p.m. Jan. 28 in The Portico Chapel for "Too Close to Home", a documentary by local PBS affiliate WEDU that explores this issue. Learn more.
Gasparilla Porch Party Jan. 24

The Portico will host a Gasparilla themed Porch Party 5:30 p.m. Jan. 24 in The Portico breezeway. Bring a friend, a dish and an appetite for good food and conversation. All are welcome! Learn more.
EVENTS AND GROUPS
Sermon-Based Groups

Dig further into the "big questions" of this worship series in a discussion-based group. Come as you are; no weekly prep required! Groups meet noon Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, or 6:30 p.m. Thursdays. Learn more and register.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Answer Questions and Give Help at Connection Point
 
Every Sunday, volunteers warmly greet guests and congregation members in the courtyard, before, during and after worship services. Four openings are available. Shifts are either 30 or 60 minutes and training will be provided. Contact John Barolo to start soon.
Little Dresses for Mission

The Little Dresses for Mission team has hand-sewn over 600 dresses and shorts for children in need. The clothes are created by Hyde Park members and opportunities are available to join this volunteer team. Contact Darrell Painter for more information.
Summer Internships with Merge Youth Ministries

Merge Youth Ministires is searching for two paid summer interns to focus on relationship building, planning special events, and planning regular youth programming. Learn more.
CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Upcoming Faith Steps for Parents 
  
Take your next step as a family in making God's story and love real to your children with Faith Steps classes and workshops. Upcoming classes: 
  • Feb. 7: Picture Bible Class for parents of 2- or 3-year-olds, learn more.
  • Feb. 28: Sacraments Workshop for parents of 2nd-5th graders, learn more.
Children's Gasparilla Parking Youth Fundraiser 
  
Park at Hyde Park for the Children's Gasparilla parade to raise money for our youth to go to camp and on mission trips! The parade is Jan. 23, and parking costs $10. Parking begins at 10:30 a.m. and lots generally fill up by 4 p.m. 
FAMILY CIRCLE
  • Sympathy to Pam and Christopher Christian on the death of her father, Jan. 6.
  • We celebrate the birth of Gwendolyn Marjorie Christian, daughter of Pam and Christopher Christian, Jan. 6.
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