Sunday Worship, April 17
What if Everyone Said No?

What would our church be like if we didn't have volunteers serving? Our church simply cannot operate without the service of our people.

Join us as we explore the benefits of gifts-based service, both for the volunteer and the church as a whole.

Sanctuary: The Rev. Magrey deVega
Chapel: The Rev. Justin LaRosa
Magnolia: The Rev. Justin LaRosa
NEWS
Cuba Missions Information Session Tomorrow

Join us in making God's love real in Cuba by attending an information session 7 p.m. tomorrow in Knox Hall room 150. The session will cover our current outreach efforts in Cuba and the plans for this year's mission trip. Learn more. 
Celebration Luncheon for the 2016 Nicaragua Mission Trip this Sunday

Hyde Park United Methodist has partnered with the El Ayudante Mission in Nicaragua for 10 years of annual
mission trips. A luncheon celebrating this year's mission trip team will be held 12:15 p.m. this Sunday in Knox Hall room 150. Learn more or RSVP. 
'100% Chance of Rain' Children's Musical April 24

The musical 100% Chance of Rain will be performed by the children's choirs April 24 at 9:30 and 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary. All are welcome to support our children as they perform this creative retelling of Noah's Ark. Learn more.
VBS Registration Now Open
 
Registration for Vacation Bible School, June 27-July 1, is now open. Children aged 4 (by 6/1/2015) through rising 6th grade are invited to Cave Quest, where they will learn about following Jesus, the light of the world. Sign up now.
Bishop Ken Carter calls for Day of Prayer Thursday

Join others across the state of Florida in praying this Thursday for the United Methodist Church's 2016 General Conference May 10-20. General Conference occurs once every four years and is a meeting of United Methodist delegates from all around the world to shape the future of our church. Learn more.
Good Samaritan Mission Featured in Observer News

The Good Samaritan Mission, a missions partner of Hyde Park United Methodist, was recently featured in an article in The Observer News. The mission ministers to the spiritual, physical and emotional needs of farm worker families and those at or below poverty level. Read the article here.
Small Blessings Summer Camp

Our preschool, Small Blessings, will be offering summer camp  for children two to six years old.  There will be three two-week sessions that will meet Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings for six weeks between June 14 and August 4. Learn more and register here or by contacting Susan Anderson, 813.259.9688.
2016 Kids Camp and Mission Fund

For over 30 years, Hyde Park United Methodist has held an annual fundraiser to help send children with financial needs to church camps, mission trips, or vacation bible school. Donations to the 2016 Kids Camp and Mission Fund are now being accepted. Learn more or donate now.
Food and Fellowship at Wednesday Night Dinner

Enjoy food and fellowship this Wednesday, 5:15-7 p.m. in the Harnish Activities Center. Adults are $8, kids (under 12) are $4. Learn more.
DOWNTOWN AT THE PORTICO
'Act of Love' Doc Night April 28
 
Join us for a film and discussion about same-sex marriage and the United Methodist Church 6:30 p.m. April 28 in The Portico Chapel. Learn more.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Give the Gift of Life with OneBlood this Sunday

The OneBlood Bloodmobile will be on Azeele Street all morning this Sunday for donations. Walk-ins are welcome, but to avoid waiting, contact Chuck Altman for a courtesy appointment.
Provide Comfort and Care with Love Meals

Provide care to individuals experiencing loss, sickness or that are in need of support as a Love Meal deliverer. Opportunities are available to deliver in the Carrollwood, Brandon, Lutz, Central Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Pete areas. For more information, contact Drema Muller.
Make an Impact as a VBS Volunteer
 
'Cave Quest' Vacation Bible School is June 27-July 1, where children will learn about following Jesus, the light of the world. Opportunities are available to make a difference in the lives of children aged 4 through rising 6th grade as a VBS volunteer. Sign up now.
Sign up for the 2016 Nicaragua Mission Trip

A team from Hyde Park will make God's love real with the El Ayudante Mission trip to Nicaragua Oct. 29-Nov. 5. This is Hyde Park United Methodist's 10th Adult Nicaragua Trip. Learn more. 
Disaster Relief Opportunities in Pasco County

The Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church is leading a recovery effort in southwest Pasco County from a severe flood and rain event in July and August of 2015. Beginning in April, teams will begin assisting with home repairs.  Learn more.
Employment Opportunities Available

Multiple employment opportunities are currently available, including a worship leader for The Portico, a manager for The Portico Café and Nursery Attendant. Learn more and apply.

CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Warren W. Willis Summer Camp is June 20-25
 
Approximately 450 students grades 4-12 from across the state of Florida will come together for an exciting, life-changing week at Warren Willis Summer camp in Leesburg, FL. Hyde Park United Methodist is going to week 2, June 20-25. Learn more.
FAMILY CIRCLE
  • Sympathy to Frank Krider Jr. and family on the death of his father, Frank Krider Sr., April 7.
March Memorials

In memory of:
  • Clay Brittain: Lynn Osborne
  • Mary Virginia Cox: Deborah Skyrms; Rick and Jennifer Johnson
  • Robbins Denham: Foster Aldridge
  • Mark Dosal: Foster Aldridge; Mercedes Lydon; Sharon Lynn; The Brower Family; Bobby and Betty Dixon; Ronnie and Sandy Dixon; Wendell and Elaine Dixon and Family; Susan Miletta
  • John Goodson: Foster Aldridge
  • Harold Hendry: Dorothy and George Williams; Joanna Stephens
  • Jean Wurdeman: Fred & Rayma Joy Wenig; Sherry Sample; Frederick and Darlene Hesse; Naomi Wurdeman; Jerry and Leatrice Wischmeier; Don and Addie Helling; Ruth Wurdeman; Amanda Holt
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