Sunday Worship, Aug. 28
Life Together
Hebrews 10:24-25

We live in a culture where people go through life alone, isolating themselves from each other. This is not the way we are wired, however. Join
us Sunday as we explore how and why God created us to do life together, not alone.

Sanctuary: The Rev. Magrey deVega
Chapel and Magnolia: The Rev. Sally Campbell-Evans
NEWS
The Portico Congregation Commissioned Sunday

Commissioning was held during all worship services Sunday for the 90 members who have committed to worship and serve at The Portico campus downtown this fall, reaching out to make God's love real to downtown residents and workers. Preachers likened these mission-minded members to historical "Circuit Riders" of the Methodist church. Watch or hear Sunday's sermons. Weekly worship at The Portico begins Sunday Sept. 11 at 5:30 p.m. If you feel called to worship and serve at The Portico, let us know today.
Updates on The Portico Invite Prayer, Gifts

Whether you've heard a lot or little about our new campus The Portico, you'll want to watch this great new video giving the latest updates, shown in worship Sunday. You can be part of the conversation, connection and community changes at The Portico through your prayers and financial giving to the renovation project. Chair of the Building Committee for The Portico campus Clayton McNeel also shares a construction update and how you can help The Portico in this month's Giving Matters.
United Methodists Provide Flood Relief in Louisiana

Flooding in Louisiana has impacted at least 40,000 homes, about 30,000 people and 1,000 pets have been rescued from high water in homes and cars. At least 11 people are known to have died in the disaster. The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is providing assistance to affected families. Learn more about their efforts or donate to support relief here.
Florida Photo Note Cards at the Bookstore

The Aldersgate Corner Bookstore and Coffee Shop in Knox Hall has Note Cards, with original photographs by Pat Kelly, offering comfort, encouragement and inspiration. The cards are blank inside for your own messages to family, friends and small group members. All sales support missions.
CareNotes: Providing Hope, Help and Healing

CareNotes are small, easy to read, knowledgeable booklets that address both everyday problems and challenging topics. They provide guidance for praying, personal healing and bereavement. They are in the Knox Hall lobby and outside the bookstore. The notes are free, but if you wish to make a donation, boxes are available on the displays. Learn more.
GROUPS AND EVENTS
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.
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.
Purchase Manna Bags Sunday

Purchase a Manna Bag filled with ready-to-eat food, socks and Scriptures of encouragement this Sunday to give to someone in need. Bags are $5 and will be sold in the Courtyard and Magnolia Patio. 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 collection bin in the Ministry Offices lobby. Contact Jill Krantz for more information.
Build Hope with Habitat for Humanity Sept. 24

Come together with other faiths to build a home for a deserving family in our community Saturday Sept. 24. Hyde Park is participating in this year's interfaith Build for Habitat for Humanity with our Islamic and Jewish neighbors. No building experience is necessary; sign up now.
Three Staff Positions Open

Do you feel called to serve on staff with Hyde Park? Three job opportunities are now available, including a part-time director of contemporary music for the Magnolia service. Learn more.
CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Children's Wednesday Programming Begins Sept. 7

Mark your calendars! The Jr. Zone, Zone and Club 45 Children's programming for our littlest disciples begins 6:30 p.m. Sept. 7. These programs give our children a chance to play games and make friends while learning more about their faith. Read more.
FAMILY CIRCLE
  • Happy 51st Anniversary to A.G. and Shelia Spicola, Aug. 24.
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