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Sunday, Feb. 5


"Animals"

Genesis 1:20-23



Online and In-Person Worship – 9:30 and 11 a.m.: Magrey deVega


St. Francis of Assisi modeled for us a care and concern for all life, especially animals. We should live at peace with all creatures. We will be holding our first blessing of the pets Sunday afternoon. See details below. 

NEWS


Blessing of the Pets - 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5



As we celebrate God’s acts of creation in worship, we also celebrate God’s creation of animals. All people are welcome to attend and bring your pet to this short Blessing of the Pets service. Learn more and share the information.

Pilgrimage to Montgomery March 3 - 6


March Fourth! Join The Portico’s Justice Team and a group of sojourners as they travel to The Equal Justice Initiative’s The Legacy Museum and National Memorial for Peace and Justice in Montgomery, AL, March 3 – 6. Chartered bus and hotel available. Details here.

One Blood, Blood Drive


Donations save lives! 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12; Azeele Street next to the Harnish Center. Schedule an appointment.

Changes to the Florida Conference Cabinet Leadership


Bishop Tom Berlin announced the appointment of three district superintendents and the creation of a new position, effective July 1, 2023. The Rev. Clarke Campbell-Evans, husband of our Pastor of Congregational Care, The Rev. Sally Campbell-Evans, has been appointed as the new superintendent of the North West District. We congratulate Clarke on his new appointment and we are very happy that both Clarke and Sally will not be leaving Hyde Park; Clarke will be able to step into his new role without changing office location.


Read about the leadership changes here.

Thank You From The Florida United Methodist Children's Home


Your generosity to the Florida United Methodist Children's Home is greatly appreciated. Read the thank you message in an excerpt of the Children's Home newsletter here. Learn more about the Children's Home here.

Hyde Park Scholarships


Three scholarship opportunities are available for students pursuing higher education. The Hyde Park United Methodist scholarship is for high school seniors, college students and Divinity students. Learn more and apply.


Cold Weather Shelter


We thank the volunteers who served with last week's Cold Weather Shelter. Because of their serving hearts, 60 people had a warm place to sleep and a meal. Learn more about the Cold Weather Ministry here.

Bishop Tom Berlin at The Portico Feb. 13



9 - 11 a.m. - Feb 13 - at The Portico. All are welcome to enjoy refreshments and fellowship while getting to know our new Bishop, Tom Berlin. Bishop Berlin will speak briefly and the rest of the time will be for conversation.

Healthy Eating with The Daniel Plan



Learn simple ways to incorporate healthy choices into your daily lifestyle. Includes biblical inspiration, instruction from doctors and wellness experts, and food and fitness tips. Starts this Sunday, Feb. 5 at 10:45 a.mLearn more and register

Living With Gratitude Update


We are so grateful for the 500 households who submitted their 2023 estimate of giving. Please prayerfully consider what God is calling you to give in the new year and make your estimate here. Your generosity allows us to continue making God’s love real in the lives of people near and far!

Employment Opportunities


Facilities Manager- The individual will manage campus facilities and operations to enable the church to fulfill its mission of “Making God’s Love Real.” The Facilities Manager shall lead, organize, equip and support a team of staff, outsourced cleaning personnel, and lay persons. Learn more and apply.


Communications Specialist- The individual will manage print media, digital media, social media, website and the brand to enable the church to fulfill its mission of “Making God’s Love Real.” The Communications Specialist will maintain the brand of Hyde Park United Methodist by creating content that reinforces the visual identity in the provided Communications Manual. The individual will be energetic, innovative, supportive and have great attention to detail. Learn more and apply.

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE

Ways to Help and Serve


Looking for a way to get involved in our faith community? We have a variety of places where you can make a difference. See the List of Opportunities

2023 Volunteer Opportunity


Looking for Volunteers to help count residents experiencing homelessness Feb. 23 in Tampa-Hillsborough County during one of the two shifts: 7 a.m. - Noon or 3 - 8 p.m. Click here to sign up, learn more about PIT Count, and discover how you can help us help our homeless neighbors.

FAMILY CIRCLE

Congratulations to Novelle & Marguerite Kirwan who celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary Jan. 27.


Sympathy to Heather Smithson and family on the passing of her father, Rev. Richard Bingham, Jan. 31. 


Healing Prayer

Sherri Hatfield