Sunday Worship, May 22
Idol Worship

We don't usually consider ourselves idolators. Yet for a lot of us, we are busy and distracted by many things. The question is, "What effect does that have on our lives, both physically and spiritually?"

Join us Sunday and be challenged by teens from our church on this topic of idols.

Sanctuary: Nick Hobson
Chapel and Magnolia: Robert Proudfoot Jr.
NEWS
Prayer for The Portico Campus

Senior Pastor Magrey deVega called everyone to support the launch of The Portico Campus through 120 days of prayer and for 120 people to commit to become the "seed" congregation of the new campus in his Mid-Week Message Thursday.

How to Pray for The Portico
We have some specific prayer requests for The Portico campus launch and downtown community: for all who have said "yes," for all who have not yet said "yes," and for gratitude to God for being given this opportunity in a "new" mission/ministry field.

What's New at The Portico?
An art mural and lots of construction is in progress.
Pentecost, Prayers, The Portico and a Counter Melody

On Pentecost, the Rev. Magrey deVega challenged the congregation to be a force that makes God's love real in our community, to sing a "counter melody" to what the world hears from churches. Listen or view the full sermon here.
'God's Special Agents' Series Begins May 29

Some of the most thrilling, action-packed stories this summer are in our own Bible. Learn how you can be an agent of God in our next worship series, May 29-June 26. Learn more.
New Discounts and Gifts for Grads at the Bookstore

Inspirational gifts for special grads are now in the Bookstore: books, crosses, coffee mugs and more. Multiple new discounts on items are now available. All sales support missions.
UMC General Conference Updates

General Conference is a meeting of United Methodist from around the world that happens every four years. Read updates about this year's conference from the Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church here.
Betty Dickman Honored at Wednesday Night Dinner

On May 11, the final Wednesday Night Dinner for the school year, long-time volunteer Betty Dickman was honored. Learn more.
GROUPS AND EVENTS
'Help Me Say Yes' Workshop May 25

Discover how you can use your unique talents and gifts to impact the life of this church at the "Help Me Say Yes" workshop, 6:30 p.m. May 25 in Knox Hall 156/157. RSVP here.
Short-Term Summer Groups Begin in June

Belong, explore and grow in a small group this summer. Studies include "The Bible Tells Me So", a refreshing look at the Bible, "How to Be Here", an exploration of spirituality, and "Being Mortal", an in-depth look at the end of life. Learn more or sign up now.
DOWNTOWN AT THE PORTICO
Doc Night at The Portico Campus May 26

Join us for a film and discussion about food and farm workers in Florida, 6 p.m. May 26 on the second floor of the Administration Building. The film tells the story of an intrepid group of farm-workers who battle to defeat the $4 trillion global supermarket industry. Learn more.

Read the latest weekly update from The Portico campus here.
SERVING OPPORTUNITIES
Change the Lives of Women as a Mentor

Opportunities are available to change the lives of formerly incarcerated women by walking with them through a six-month Christian based rehabilitation program. Learn more or sign up.
Give an Hour over the Summer to Impact Children

Impact the lives of children by giving an hour to be a summer Shepherd (small group leader) during Sunday morning live. Learn more about this and other serving opportunities.
New Job Opportunities Available

Multiple employment opportunities are currently available, including a new opening for a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant. Learn more.
CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Everyone Can Support VBS with this Simple Project

With a paper grocery bag, markers, and a few minutes, you can support VBS. Learn how in this video by Melissa Torres, Asst. Director of Children's Ministries.
FAMILY CIRCLE
  • Sympathy to Rachel Burns and family on the death of her sister, May 14.
  • Sympathy to Kendra Wilson on the death of her father-in-law, Nelson Brown, May 15.
  • Sympathy to Linda Archer and family on the death of her brother, May 16.
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