Sunday Worship, Sept. 18

We Are Biblically Rooted

As Christians, we are called to be biblically rooted, but what does that practically look like? Sunday, we'll explore how the Bible is at the heart of who we are as a congregation, but is not intended to be an outdated document or weapon of aggression.

Join us for the second Sunday of our worship series "The Core: The Center of Who We Are", which centers on what makes our congregation uniquely who we are: our shared values. Learn more about our core values or view last week's sermon.

Sanctuary and The Portico: The Rev. Magrey deVega

Chapel and Magnolia: The Rev. Kim Uchimura

NEWS

Weekly Worship at The Portico Campus Launches

Some 146 individuals worshiped at the first weekly Sunday evening service at our downtown campus, The Portico, on Sunday. Join us in praying for our new congregation as it to grows and serves our downtown community. Learn more and view photos.

Over 200 Buckets Collected for Louisiana Flood Victims

A trailer filled with over 200 buckets filled with supplies for Louisiana flood victims was taken to Lakeland this morning. The buckets will be joined with buckets from other United Methodist churches from across the state of Florida and transported to Louisiana. Thank you for making God's love real in Louisiana! Read more in this article from the Lakeland Ledger.

Pick Up Donation Bags for Good Samaritan Food Drive

Help make God's love real by providing food to the Good Samaritan Mission, our mission partner that works with migrant farm workers and their families. Food lists and donation bags will be distributed in the Courtyard and Magnolia Patio Sept. 18. Learn more.

Celebrate and Explore our Missions Partners Oct. 2

Over 50 different Missions organizations are supported by our congregation. Hear stories from and meet our mission partners face to face at our annual Missions Celebration on Sunday, Oct. 2. Help with set-up, organization or food donations - sign up here.

Honor or Celebrate a Loved One with a Flower Arrangement

Honor a person, persons or event by purchasing a flower arrangement to be placed in worship spaces on Sunday. To learn more or place your order, contact Ellen Whitaker 813.235.3417 or visit our website.

Food and Fellowship at Wednesday Night Dinners

Enjoy food and fellowship this Wednesday, 5:15-7 p.m. in the Harnish Activities Center. The menu for this Wednesday includes slow-smoked beef brisket and pulled pork, jerk chicken sandwiches and loaded corn bread. Adults are $8, kids (under 12) are $4. Learn more.

GROUPS AND EVENTS

Free Workshop on Graceful Transitions Thursday

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 Wednesday

Ready to join? Consider signing up for the New Member Class, 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays beginning 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.

DOWNTOWN AT THE PORTICO

'American Denial' Doc Night Sept. 22

Join us 6:30 p.m. Sept. 22 at The Portico for a screening of the documentary "American Denial", which explores our unconscious biases and assumptions. Whether we realize it or not, we all suffer from implicit biases that affect us individually and as a nation. Learn more.

'Kickoff' Porch Party Sept. 25

The fall is a season of new beginnings, both in our own lives, the life of our community and the life of our church. Join us for a "Kick-Off" Porch Party that celebrates these beginnings 6:30 p.m. Sept. 25 at The Portico campus. Bring a dish, bring a friend: all are welcome. Learn more.

SERVING OPPORTUNITIES

Provide Food and Comfort as a Love Meal Deliverer

With only a few hours of your time a month, you can provide food and comfort to individuals in need as a love meal deliverer. Volunteers are contacted to deliver meals nearby their home as they are available. To learn more or volunteer, contact Drema Muller.

Save the Date for SERVE Day - Nov. 20

Each year over 400 people from Hyde Park serve by distributing food at the Metropolitan Ministries holiday tent in our annual SERVE day event. Save the date: this year's SERVE day is Nov. 20!

Worship Job Opportunity at Hyde Park

Do you feel called to serve on staff with Hyde Park? A part-time director of contemporary music for the Magnolia service is available. Learn more.

CHILDREN AND YOUTH

Family Fun Night Kick-Off Sept. 23

Enjoy games, food and fun at our Family Fun Night Kick-Off 6 p.m. Sept. 23 in the Harnish Activities Center! Everyone is welcome; invite your friends, family and neighbors. Learn more.

FAMILY CIRCLE

Congratulations to William and Ashley Miller on the birth of their daughter, Emily Elizabeth Miller, Sept. 5.

AUGUST MEMORIALS

In Memory of:

Dean Grant: John and Glenda Tombs
Rose McLeod: Rose's Open Arms Family

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