A Gathering Space for: Conversation. Connection. Community Change. We offer an event venue and gathering spaces for not-for-profit groups, festivals, art exhibits, concerts, social interest groups and community service projects. Conversations about faith and service are encouraged and Weekly meditation in the Chapel at 12:15 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 5 p.m. Sundays. People gather for worship at 5:30 p.m. Sundays. Explore worshiping and serving with us. We exist to transform the city and the world.  Share your views, dreams, and interests as we journey together toward creating a more compassionate, loving city. The Portico is the fulfillment of a dream by the people at Hyde Park United Methodist to create an environment that ignites our community to contemplation and transformative action.