Sunday Worship, Aug. 28
Life Together
Psalm 80:3-7; 14-19

In the midst of our busy lives, it is easy to find ourselves detached from God. In spite of our busyness, however, we can rest assured God stays connected to us. Join us Sunday as we explore how we can reconnect to God. Communion will be served in all services.

This Sunday will be a Sit-Together Sunday; all children in grades 1-5 will worship with their parents. View our tips for having a great worship experience as a family.

Healing Prayer will be available for anyone suffering in mind, body or spirit in the Chapel Sunday following the 8:30 a.m. services. In the 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. services, you will be invited during the communion liturgy to the Chapel to receive healing prayer and communion.

Sanctuary: The Rev. Sally Campbell-Evans
Chapel and Magnolia: The Rev. Magrey deVega
NEWS
The Portico Campus Launches Sept. 11

Weekly worship at our downtown campus, The Portico will launch 5:30 p.m. Sept. 11. Join us in prayer for the new congregation and the lives it will impact in our downtown community. Sept. 11 will also be the start of Sunday Night Live Children's programming. It's not too late to commit to weekly worship at The Portico; let us know today.
Group Connect Night Next Wednesday, 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 now.
Provide Relief to Louisiana with Flood Buckets or Donations

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. You can help by providing flood buckets full of cleaning supplies through the United Methodist Committee on Relief. If you have already completed your bucket, drop it anytime before Sept. 11 to the trailer in the main parking lot. Learn more.
'The Core' Worship Series Begins Sept. 11

Why are values so important? They are the core of our identity, the way that we live our faith together. In this six-week worship series, "The Core: Who We Are", we will explore each of our church's shared values, and how they reflect the old saying: "In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; and in all things, charity." Learn more.
Ministry Offices Closed Monday

The Ministry Offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, in observation of Labor Day and will reopen Tuesday, Sept. 6.
Wednesday Night Dinners Resume Sept. 7

Enjoy food and fellowship this Wednesday, 5:15-7 p.m. in the Harnish Activities Center. Wednesday Night dinners are held each Wednesday Sept. through May except for special holidays (e.g. Thanksgiving) and the menu rotates each week. Adults are $8, kids (under 12) are $4.
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.
GROUPS AND EVENTS
Discover Hyde Park this Sunday
New to Hyde Park United Methodist? Want to learn more about our congregation? If so, join us after the 9:30 and 11 a.m. worship services this Sunday in Knox Hall room 156 for Discover Hyde Park. Learn more.
Graceful Transitions Workshop Sept. 15

Change is inevitable, but it doesn't have to be devastating. Learn how to cope with life's transitions in a healthy way, whether that transition be a big move, a new marriage, children moving out of the home, or something else. Learn more.
New Member Class Begins Sept. 14

Ready to join? Consider signing up for the New Member Class, noon Sundays beginning Wednesday Sept. 14. Meet new people while learning about spiritual practices and the mission and vision of Hyde Park United Methodist. Learn more or sign up now.
SERVING OPPORTUNITIES
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
Family Fun Night Kick-Off Sept. 23

Enjoy games, food and fun with your family at our Family Fun Night Kick-Off 6 p.m. Sept. 23 in the Harnish Activities Center! Everyone is welcome to this event, so feel free to invite your friends, family and neighbors. Learn more.
Children's Wednesday Programming Begins Sept. 7
  • 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.
  • Training for all Wednesday night Children's Ministries volunteers will be 6 p.m. this Wednesday Aug. 31 in Wesley Center 306/307. Please RSVP here.
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) Begins Sept. 6

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) gives moms an opportunity to socialize and receive support from other moms. The group is open to any women who are pregnant or have young children (birth through Kindergarten). They meet 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m the first and third Tuesday of every month and 9:30 a.m. the second Tuesday of every month for a craft and chat. Learn more.
Youth Connect Retreat is Oct. 14

In the new digital age, we are more connected than ever, but are we really closer? Our youth will explore how to make a positive impact in the world through the church at the Connect retreat at Warren Willis Camp Oct. 14-16. Learn more.
FAMILY CIRCLE
  • Happy 54th Anniversary to Jim and Jean Palermo, Sept. 3.
  • Sympathy to Joyce Logan and family on the death of her mother, Helen Oringderff, Aug. 24.
  • Sympathy to the family and friends of Rose McLeod on her death, Aug. 24.
  • Sympathy to Tom Haueter on the death of his father, Gordon Haueter, Aug. 24.
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