The members of the HPPC Session, along with the staff of our church gathered together last night for fun and fellowship at the lovely new home of Stacey and Josh Crum, where Josh slow-smoked ribs and chopped BBQ. Stacey and Josh are both elders, with Stacey currently serving on the Session, and Josh as president of the Church Foundation.
The Session wanted to share how much they depend upon, and appreciate our hard working staff. The staff’s kind, friendly attitudes and helpfulness do not go unnoticed. They serve as part of the core foundation and support of so many of our church’s activities, ministry, building management and programs.
Praise God from whom all blessings flow that we are a church family who can gather to enjoy each others’ company, laugh and serve Him alongside one another.
New Member Class Meets Aug. 4 @ 11:00 Table in the Hallway by the ChapelThose wishing to join HydePark Pres will meet with the Pastor on Sunday. The new member class will schedule a meeting with the Session at which time the Session will act to approve their membership.
Kids are Baking Up Some Fun!
This Sunday, Summer Sunday School will dive into Jesus’ parables in Matthew and then the kids will bake some goodies. Children leave after the Children’s Time at Worship and will wrap up about 11:00. Care is extended for those whose grown-ups are in an 11:00 class.
Celebrate Communion this Sunday August 4th at 10:00 amJoin us this Sunday, in person or online, to celebrate the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper.
The role and purpose of the sacraments are grounded in a firm belief that the sacraments connect us to Christ through the presence of the Holy Spirit. At the communion table we are invited to offer our own lives as a “living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God”. (Romans 12:1).
SUNDAY
August 4th Worship & Communion in the Sanctuary at 10 am Rev. John Hougen, PastorChildren are “shepherded out” of Worship after the Children’s Time for
Summer Sunday School and themed play time (see above) until about 11-ish.
11:00 – New Members Class (see above) & The Wired Word Adult Class on a current event.
The Worship Service will be live-streamed on our HydePark Presbyterian Church YouTube channel under LIVE! CLICK HEREto go to the page.
CHURCH NEWS
Take a peek at Sunday’s message!
CLICKfor a 90-second look at the conversation for this Sunday with Rev. John Hougen on the HydePark Presbyterian Church Facebook page.
West Tampa Elementary need school supplies for Teachers and Children!
Children and adults are collecting different supplies for West Tampa Elementary. The adults are supporting the teachers with supplies, and the kids bring a donation that’s on the kid’s school supply list.
Items for adults to donate are: quart and gallon Ziplock bags, large bottles of hand sanitizer or containers of sanitizing wipes, white or colored printer paper, 3 hole plastic page protectors, and rolls of paper towels. CLICK HERE to order from Amazon.
Tax-free days are the two weeks before school starts on Mon. Aug. 12th.
How the Bible Became the Greatest Book Ever Sold: New Adult Bible Study Coming!
On Sunday, August 18th, we will embark upon a study led by our very own member Karla Grant, who has taught Bible Studies at HPPC for many years.
We’ll delve into those who passed down the truth of God’s stories orally through many generations; those ancient writers who wrote down the history; and the disciples and apostles who shared their personal experiences with Jesus and his ministry.
We will see how the texts went through analytical tests by respectable Vatican councils, who voted to either accept or throw out certain documents — all through the power of the Holy Spirit to cull the Word of God into the text we have today.
Join us in the Conference Room each Sunday after worship, for this unique educational opportunity.
Tech Team Volunteer Opportunity!
The Tech Team (Bruce Orand & Marc Wallace) need volunteers to help with Sunday audio/video and streaming for the service. Training will be provided!!
Email your name, phone #, email address to TechTeam@hydeparkpres.comif you’re interested and for more details.
HydePark Presbyterian Church, 1309 W Swann Ave., Tampa FL 33606
813-253-0069 office@hydeparkpres.com HydeParkPres.com
