Seder Meal
Rabbi Nathan Farb from the Congregation of Schaarai Zedek will lead us in a Seder Meal, 6-8 p.m. Sunday, March 20 in the Harnish Activities Center. Parents and youth are welcome. RSVP here.
Making God's Love Real
Sports can be stressful. They can conflict with school, your social life, and you can get hurt from them. Sometimes I struggle to keep up with all of that. But, I feel that God's gift to me is the ability to play sports, so I don't stop! I don't give up, and I keep pushing until the game is over. I try my best and hardest for God, and I believe he loves it. If you have a passion that you love to do, keep going with it. 

Lili Trentalange
Communication Connector 
Middle School 
During the time of Lent, we make sacrifices. These sacrifices are made for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Just remember that every time you want to recall the sacrifice you have committed to, you are making that sacrifice for God who made the ultimate sacrifice: giving his only son so we could be saved. 

Van Cates, Jr. 
Communication Connector 
High School 
News + Events
Scholarships - Deadline coming soon
Hyde Park United Methodist supports higher education and seminary education for youth and adults through several scholarship funds, created by our members. To learn more and/or apply, click here.
Sex, Drugs and Rock & Roll Retreat: April 8-10, 2016 (9th & 10th graders ONLY!)
Our Sex, Drugs, and Rock & Roll retreat is intended to be a resource for high school youth groups to explore their faith during this developmentally sensitive time.  We are providing professional teaching and instruction, relevant worship and a lot of fun. Hosted by Warren Willis Camp and the Florida United Methodist Youth Conference. Cost is $100. 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.
VBS June 27-July 1
Save the date for Cave Quest Vacation Bible School at Hyde Park United Methodist. VBS will be held June 27-July 1. Children wishing to attend will be able to register on our website in mid-April. Want to serve on the Cave Quest exploration team? Adults sign-up here and youth sign-up here. Help us inspire kids to follow Jesus, the light of the world!
SIFAT Mission Trip 2016
Mark your calendar for July 17-23, 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.
College Ready
On April 3 we start a six-week class to help our graduating seniors feel a little more prepared for leaving the nest. Topics covered are: Empowering Friendships and Roommates, Academics, Dating/Sex, Having Fun, Growing Spiritually and Creating a Vision for Your Future. Join Dave and Emily from 11 a.m. - noon in the Magnolia building. RSVP here.
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.
No Merge or Confirmation Sunday
Enjoy Spring Break! Don't forget to RSVP for the Seder Meal, March 20!
Wednesdays
Middle School Bible Study, 6:30 p.m.
We are inviting all middle school students to find a way to give up two hours to experience a season of spiritual growth and life-changing renewal during Lent. Explore the Gospel of John with friends. Details here.
Serving Opportunities
Earn Service Hours
Join our adult Second Saturday team from 9 a.m - 3 p.m. Saturday, March 12 as  they assist a congreation member in a move. For more details contact Dianna at (941) 321-5644.
Youth Summer Interns 2016
We are seeking two 30-hour-a-week summer interns to focus on relationship building, special events, planning regular Merge nights and Bible studies. This position will pay $10 an hour over a 10 week period. Applicants will need housing in the Tampa area. Candidates should have a love for teenagers, teaching and organizational skills, and pass background and reference checks. Please contact 
Emily if interested.
  • Tech Team - contact Nick
  • Children's Ministries - contact Meagan
  • Hospitality - contact Gwen 
  • Open Arms - sign up here 
  • 2nd Saturday Team - contact Drema 
Important Dates
March
13-19: No activities due to Spring Break
20: Family Mission Trip Meeting, Noon-1 p.m., Magnolia
20: Seder Meal, 6-8 p.m., Harnish Activities Center
27: No activities due to Easter

April
3: College Ready Class begins, 11 a.m., Magnolia
3: Confirmation Service, 6 p.m., Sanctuary
8-10: Sex, Drugs, Rock & Roll Retreat, Warren Willis Camp
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