Sunday Worship, April 24
Say Yes to Serving in Children's and Youth Ministries

9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sanctuary
The children's Celebration Choir and the Angel Choir will present the musical, "100% Chance of Rain." Come support our children as they perform this jazzy rendition of the story of Noah's Ark. Our 8:30 worship services will be combined in the Chapel. Learn more.


8:30 a.m. Chapel and 11 a.m. Magnolia
Children were viewed as the lowest of the Greco-Roman world, yet Jesus accepted them with open arms. Join us as we explore why developing our children and youth is a powerful act of service.


Sanctuary: "100% Chance of Rain"
Chapel: The Rev. Magrey deVega
Magnolia: The Rev. Magrey deVega 
NEWS
'Say Yes' to God's Call to Serve

Our current worship series invites you to consider where God may be calling you to serve.
  • "Say Yes" using the online form here.
  • Explore serving opportunities at Hyde Park and learn your spiritual gifts here.
  • Attend one of the the "Help Me Serve" information sessions to discover the unique contribution you can make at Hyde Park. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday April 20 or April 27 in Knox Hall 156/157. RSVP here.
The Rev. Kim Uchimura to Join Hyde Park in July

Hyde Park United Methodist will welcome the Rev. Kim Uchimura as its new Associate Pastor in July, the congregation learned during worship services Sunday. The Rev. Kim Uchimura will come to Hyde Park from serving as pastor of First United Methodist Church of Mount Dora, and has previously served two churches in Brandon. The worship announcements also celebrated that all of Hyde Park's clergy have been reappointed in their current roles for the next year. Learn more.
Mid-Week Message Outlines New Roles for Church Staff

The Rev. Magrey deVega, senior pastor, announced some new roles for current staff and an Executive Pastor role for newly appointed Kim Uchimura in a special Mid-Week Message Monday. Among the new roles into which staffers have moved or will be transitioning in coming months are Worship Coordinator, Church Business Administrator, and Director of Children's Ministries.  Read 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.
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. 
Endowment Fund Committee Issues Annual Report

Hyde Park's $2.5 million Permanent Endowment Fund provided $69,820 in grants during 2015 to fund scholarships, support church ministries and make improvements to church property.  These highlights and more are in the 2016 Annual Report produced by the Permanent Endowment Fund Committee, and distributed last week in monthly giving statements. Read the full report online here.
Purchase Manna Bags Sunday to Feed the Hungry
 
Purchase a Manna Bag filled with ready-to-eat food, socks and Scriptures of encouragement this Sunday. Bags are $5 and will be sold in the Courtyard and Magnolia Patio. Learn more. 
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.
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.
GROUPS AND EVENTS
Grief Support Group to Begin April 28

Anyone struggling with grief is welcome to join a grief support group which will meet at 6:30 p.m. beginning April 28 in Knox Hall 156. Sharing in a safe place with a group can bring healing and hope in the midst of your grief. Learn more or register.
Save the Date for Ed Kilbourne May 19

Singer, storyteller, and folk-theologian, Ed Kilbourne, will be performing 12:30 p.m. Thursday, May 19 at Hyde Park United Methodist. Enjoy his music with a delicious lunch prepared by Chef Richard ($8). Learn more or RSVP here.
DOWNTOWN AT THE PORTICO
'For the Love of This City' Mural Project 
 
Two local artists, Tony Krol and Michelle Sawyer (pictured), have begun transforming the blank south wall of Branscomb Hall downtown at The Portico into a colorful and unique work of art they've named "For Love of This City." Learn more. 
Donations to Equip The Portico Café 
 
A delivery truck on Monday dropped off donated kitchen equipment to be used in the construction of The Portico Café at Hyde Park's downtown campus, 1001 N. Florida Ave. The vision for the The Portico Café is to create a place where passions for coffee and people meet, and every cup of coffee sold benefits the most vulnerable in our city. Read more.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Deliver Comfort and Care with Love Meals

Deliver 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.
Join a Mission Team to Nicaragua or South Africa

Join a mission team that will make God's love real globally. Both mission teams will work with local ministries to make a lasting, positive difference in their communities.
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 Herb Young on the death of his father, April 13.
  • Sympathy to Richard Martin and family on the death of his grandfather, April 14.
  • Happy 62nd Anniversary to Jerry and Betty Ohmstede, April 24.
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