Sunday, Jan. 23
Joy! "Joy from the Strength of the Lord"
Perhaps the most famous verse in Philippians is from 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” The broader context is important to remember. Paul is not talking about doing something superhuman or in the realm of comic book superheroes. He is talking about living a faithful life despite the pressures and adversity of life. It begins with contentment, an acknowledgement that God has already and will always supply him with everything he needs. And just like God has demonstrated numerous times in the Bible (like the widow of Zarephath and Elijah), God gives us just enough to take one more step and go one more day, even when we feel like we can’t. No adversity is greater than God’s ability to provide for us.
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Buy a Book, Change a Life!
Hyde Park has made such an impact by supporting literacy in Dunbar Elementary! The goal of this book drive is for each student at Dunbar to be able to choose their very own book to keep. Studies show that having books in the home is linked to a child's success in school. We need your help as we partner with Dunbar Elementary Magnet School to provide 300 books for the students, teachers, and the media center of Dunbar. Click here to help us reach our goal!
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In Memoriam: A Homeless Memorial
Join us 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 24 at The Portico Breezeway for this outdoor gathering in memory of those who lost their lives in 2021 while living unsheltered. This memorial service honors the dignity and worth of people without shelter--all of whom we’ve lost last year. Learn and connect more on Facebook.
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Manna bags
Support our friends in need with a little gift of Manna. Merge Youth are excited to start selling Manna bags again on the last Sunday of the month. Each bag is just a $5 donation. Get yours Jan. 30 at the Manna table between 10:30 and 11 a.m. Manna bags are always available in the Aldersgate Coffee Shop.
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2021 Financial Impact Video
We want to share some great news with you from the Finance Committee chairs—Gary and Suzanne—about your amazing generosity over this last year. Take a look.
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Welcome Jodi McBryant - Our New Director of Youth Ministries
Jodi McBryant comes to us from Clarksville, TN, where she most recently served as a Local Pastor. Jodi has been in full time ministry with the United Methodist Church for more than 13 years. She has a degree in Public Relations from Millikin University and has recently attended classes at Candler Theological Seminary. Jodi is married with three wonderful children and she loves to laugh, sing and dance. Her heart and passion for ministry lies in helping young people develop a firm foundation of faith in Jesus Christ. Learn more about Jodi.
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New Member Class
You are welcome here wherever you are on your discipleship pathway. Membership at Hyde Park is a public affirmation of your commitment to Jesus Christ and support for the ministries of this church and the United Methodist Church. 6:15-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays starting Jan. 19. Learn more and register.
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Children's Gasparilla Parade Parking
Enjoy the Children's Gasparilla Parade with your family Jan. 22. Parking lots will be open at 10 a.m. All of the money raised will support Merge Youth Scholarships for camps and missions. To reserve your spot click here.
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Church Conference
Church Conference called 12:15 p.m. Sunday Jan. 23, Magnolia Building downstairs. Hyde Park will hold a Church Conference to review 2022 clergy compensation and the budget. Every church member is a voting member and welcome to attend.
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Confirmation Classes
Students in Grades 7 and up are invited to participate in Confirmation. It is a time of faith discovery, reflection and commitment. At the end, they can become a full member of Hyde Park United Methodist. Attend the parent and student kickoff meeting 10:55 a.m. – noon on Sunday, Jan. 23 in the Magnolia building. Learn more and register here.
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Find Your People – Connect with a New Class
All studies below are six weeks long and begin the week of Jan. 23.
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Find your purpose – Rediscover the truths that you are wonderfully made, created for purpose and equipped to live a life of significance with the study Which Way Lord? by Rob Fuquay. Learn more and register
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Learn more about Jesus – In Short Stories by Jesus, author Amy-Jill Levine explains how original audiences understood Jesus’ parables, and how they can still challenge us today. Learn more and register
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Get financially fit – Get tools to address the topics of saving, earning, giving, spending, and debt, along with helpful strategies for achieving a sustainable financial life in Saving Grace. Learn more and register
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Are You All In?
We are so grateful for the 494 households who have already turned in their estimate of giving for 2022—THANK YOU! If you have yet to turn in your estimate of giving for 2022, you can do that here. If you missed any of the transformational stories shared in our prayer journey, you can find them here. You can also see our 2021 Celebration of Impact Report here. Let’s claim the bright future God has for us and go All In….Together in 2022!
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Prayer and Assistance for Tornado Victims
We continue to lift up our prayers and concern for the people in several states devastated by recent tornadoes. We invite you to make a financial contribution to our denomination’s relief agency, the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR), which is on the scene to coordinate and distribute relief to affected persons. You can give through this link, and 100 percent of your gift will go to people in need. To watch a powerful witness of the value of our UMC connection in times of tragedy, watch this recent news segment featuring a United Methodist pastor in Mayfield, Kentucky.
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Employment Opportunities
Children’s Ministries Director - Be part of Making God’s Love Real in the lives of children and families from babies through Grade 5. Are you a strategic and visionary leader who can cultivate relationships with diverse groups of people? Then you could be the next person to join our team and help children know and experience the love of God made real in Jesus. Learn more and apply.
Music Associate and Organist - Be part of Making God’s Love Real through music. Hyde Park United Methodist’s Traditional Music program offers opportunities for people of all ages to lead in worship through vocal and handbell ensembles and instrumental groups. The Music Associate and Organist is to complement the Director of Traditional Music, together working to direct choirs and play organ and piano as necessary.
Candidates must be warm hearted and open minded, and committed to growing in their own faith journey. Expertise in organ is required. A minimum of five years experience or a degree in organ or related fields is desirable. A background in music education is a benefit. Apply here.
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Healing Prayers
Bill Honea
Charlotte Lehnherr
Lee Foddrill
Harry Hutt
Condolences
The family of Patricia Hare who died on January 5, 2022.
Marti Smith on the passing of her mother, Madelyn Pilotto, who died on January 17, 2022.
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