Sunday Worship, Aug. 21
Connecting to Our Community
Jeremiah 29:4-7

The church is called to connect to our community, but that isn't always easy. Sunday, we will explore how we as a church can connect to our community through our downtown campus, The Portico. We will also commission the 80 individuals who have committed to seed the weekly worshiping congregation at The Portico campus in each service.

This Sunday, worship in the 11 a.m. Sanctuary service and 8:30 a.m. Chapel service will feature a flute choir as special musical guests. Our regular musicians will lead worship in all other services.

Sanctuary: The Rev. Magrey deVega
Chapel and Magnolia: The Rev. Justin LaRosa
NEWS
The Portico Campus Commissioning Sunday

Over 80 individuals have committed to making God's love real through conversation, connection and community change at our downtown campus, The Portico. We will commission and pray for these individuals and the ministry they are cultivating downtown in all worship services Sunday. It is not too late to commit to weekly worship at The Portico! If you feel called, let us know today.
View and Share Sunday's Sermon

Sunday, the Rev. Magrey deVega stressed the importance of investing in the "now" generation, our children and youth. View and share the full sermon here.
Group Connect Night Sept. 7

Small groups give us the opportunity to grow in faith and share the highs and lows of life with others. Find a group to belong, believe and grow in at Group Connect Night, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 7 in the Magnolia Building. Learn more or RSVP.
New Scripture Bookmarks and Companions Now Available

In order to help you grow in your faith, we provide a Scripture to reflect on each day. Each Scripture is paired with a question and leads up to Sunday's sermon. A companion journal is also available to journal your reflections. Find these Scriptures and journals online here or on bookmarks located in brochure racks around campus.
New School Year, New Bookstore Arrivals

Start the school year off right with a new devotional, journal, Bible or Bible study from the Aldersgate Corner Bookstore and Coffee Shop. There is something for everyone, from preschoolers to adults. Every purchase supports Missions.
Giving Matters: Construction Update for The Portico Campus

In this month's Giving Matters, Chair of the Building Committee for The Portico campus Clayton McNeel shares a construction update and how you can help The Portico make a positive impact in the downtown community. Read more.
GROUPS AND EVENTS
Trauma-Informed Care Training this Sunday

Learn how to effectively serve individuals who have experienced trauma or chronic stress at a free Trauma Informed Care Training noon-2 p.m. Sunday Aug. 21 in the Harnish Activities Center. Lunch will be available for $8. Learn more and RSVP here.
DOWNTOWN AT THE PORTICO
"Shattered Silence" Doc Night at The Portico Aug. 25

Join us 6:30 p.m. Aug. 25 in The Portico Chapel for a screening of the WEDU production, "Shattered Silence." The film is a recording of the live action "Shattered Silence Project," which tells the stories and struggles of 46 teenagers in the Tampa Bay area. Learn more.
SERVING OPPORTUNITIES
Help End Hunger as an Advocate

Have a passion for ending childhood hunger? The Missions and Outreach team is looking for some advocacy-minded people who would be interested in responding to legislative action items regarding childhood hunger. Learn more.
Re-Purpose Reusable Food Containers

Each Sunday, we feed breakfast to over 200 individuals in need with our Open Arms Homeless Ministry and leftovers are distributed using reusable food containers. You can support this ministry by donating any clean, dry reusable food container with a lid. Drop them off Sundays in the Harnish Activities Center or anytime during regular office hours to the trash can in the Ministry Offices lobby. Contact Jill Krantz for more information.
Two Staff Positions Open

Do you feel called to serve on staff with Hyde Park? Two job opportunities are now available, including a full-time Director of Worship Technology. Learn more.
CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Children's Ministries Volunteer Training Wednesday

All Sunday (morning and evening) Children's Ministries volunteers from both campuses are invited to a mandatory training 5:45 p.m. this Wednesday Aug 17. Dinner and childcare provided. RSVP here or contact Kristin Passath with questions.
FAMILY CIRCLE
  • Congratulations to Caroline & Mike Smith on the birth of their son and daughter, Elijah Campbell and Anneliese Hazel Smith, July 10.
  • Congratulations to Kristen and Scott Feazell on the birth of their daughter, Ava Skye, Aug. 9.
  • Happy 51st Anniversary to Dennis and Diane Blackburn, Aug. 21. 
  • Symapthy to Lori Starkey and family on the death of her sister, niece and nephew, Aug. 13.
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