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MissionStatement

Growing

Disciples of ChristbySeeking God,Sharing Love

andServing Others

Core Values:

WelcomingOutstanding Worship

OutreachDifferent TraditionsM ission & MinistryOn the MoveNurturingTransforming

2013 Areas of FocusPrayer - Presence - Peace

woodmontchristian.org

THESPIREA B e a c o n a n d A B r i d g e

Volume 41, Issue 14 April 8, 2013

Chi Rho Spring Retreat @ Bethany Hills

April 5-7th

Sunday,

April 7

Welcome to Our

New Members!

Cory Short & Beth WienerBret, Melissa & Caroline Taveau

Disciples Class

Confession of Faith

Baptism Sunday

is May 19th!

(Pictured are 11 of 13 in the class; not pictured: Melanie McConnell and Delana King)

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TheSpire is published weekly by: Woodmont ChristianChurch (615) 297-8563 fax: (615) 297-93601 Hillsboro Road email: wcc@woodmontcc

Nashville, TN 37215 Kim Adair, EdVisit our Webpage: www.woodmontchristian.org Copyright 2

Blessings,

Here is a timeless truth the churchcontinues to count on the generosity andcommitment of its members to make ministrypossible. The only way we can do all the

things that we do here at Woodmont is through each of ourgifts. Traditional worship, contemporary worship, smallgroups, music ministries, Bible study, pastoral care, Stephen'sministry, children's ministry, youth ministry, young adultministry, adult education, mission trips, outreach grants, Walkthru Bethlehem, Habitat Builds, Room In the Inn, NashvilleFood Project, Morgan Scott Project, building maintenance,heat and AC, electric bills, you name it we all play a role insupporting Woodmont. This summer, we will celebrate the70th birthday of our church. For generations now, thegenerosity of Woodmont members has moved our churchforward year after year. Our spring stewardship campaign"Generations of Generosity" is now under way and we willhave commitment Sunday on April 28th. I ask you to please

prayerfully consider making a financial commitment tosupport the mission and ministry of Woodmont in theupcoming year. We count on pledge commitments so that wecan plan our budget accordingly and responsibly. It is always

easy to sit back and say, "Somebody else will pay for Besides, other people have more money than me." Howevif everybody did that, where would the church be? Christians, we should take the words and teachings of Jeseriously and he had a lot to say about the subject of monand generosity and how it is tied to the spiritual life. In tSermon on the Mount he reminds us, "Where your treasis, there your heart will be also." (Matt 6:21). I am aencouraging you to join me in reading Adam Hamiltobook Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity aGenerosity. We have copies available at SpireBooks you can download it for your kindle or ipad. Megan andgive sacrificially to this church because we beliewhole-heartedly in our mission and in what we are doing this corner and beyond. Woodmont changes lives every daPlease join me in helping support and move our chuforward.

Generations of Generosityby Rev. Clay Stauffer, Senior Minister

Dear Woodmont Member,

The coming fiscal year represents the 70th Anniversary ofWoodmont Christian Church. We have enjoyed the good fortuneof growth in numbers and long-standing impact to ourcommunity. Thanks to each of you and those before us, wecontinue to grow in our mission and in our faith. We appreciateyour contribution of time, talent and treasure to our rich history.Our church family has been blessed over the years to supportministries and initiatives that make a critical difference inour community. In celebration of this milestone, the theme ofthe 2013-2014 Stewardship Campaign is "Generations ofGenerosity."

Why make a commitment?

The programs, services and ministries of Woodmont can onlybe accomplished with the financial commitments of memberslike yourself. Each of these ministries requires financing andmust be planned in advance. The Finance Committee relies oncommitments from members to assess current programs and planfor the coming year. Ideally, every family unit is encouraged toparticipate in the campaign to help us accomplish our mission.

How do I pledge a commitment?

During the month of April, culminating with CommitmeSunday on April 28th, commitment cards will be collected the offering plate. A commitment card is enclosed and you cfind one in the pew pocket. Pledges can also be submittelectronically on the website www.woodmontchristian.org emailed to pledge@woodmontcc.org.

Matthew 6:21 says, "Where your treasure is, there your heawill be also." Since joining Woodmont several years ago, we'proudly participated in the Stewardship Campaign and glad

made our commitment this past week. Please join us committing to Woodmont and continuing the strong tradition generosity started 70 years ago. Feel free to contact either of or the church office with any questions regarding tCampaign.

Blessings,

A Word From J ay & Meredith HollomonStewardship Chairs

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I read once that tears connect the bodywith the soul in a way few things can. I thinkthis is profound. Tears are the body's physical

response to emotion. Some people cry when they are happy,and others cry when they are sad. For both types of people,tears are a result of being overcome with emotion. Tears arenot something to be ashamed of, but instead they are a giftthat allows us to more fully experience our emotions.

I think at times tears, especially tears of sadness, allow to connect with God. When we feel broken, tears may be tonly thing we have left to give and serve as a prayer. Teare a beautiful expression of love, happiness, sorrow, apain. They are pure and innocent and help us to connect wwhat remains pure and innocent in each of us.

~Mary Clare

Tearsby Mary Clare Pyron, Parish Nurse

The Season of Lent, the Solemnity of HolyWeek and the Celebration of Easter Morningare now recent and beautiful memories. Icommend my spirited co-workers and this

committed congregation for coming together in so many

ways to open your hearts to the Power of the Resurrection!However, this is not the time to slip into spiritual indifference.Let us be reminded that Christ's Church was very muchfounded and premised upon the forty days following Easter

In Acts 1:3 Luke begins his account of the earliest daysof The Church by stating "He presented Himself to themand offered many convincing proofs that He was aliveappearing to them over a period of forty days." InI Corinthians 15 Paul tells us that the resurrected Jesusappeared to over 500 people in one setting. It is inconceivableto me that a movement as profound and long-lasting as

Christianity would have found its footing without the Realityof the Resurrection. Simply put, it was life-threatening to bean early believer, day in and day out, week-after-week,non-stop. Facing a sword, a spear, starvation, wild animals,fire, crucifixion and all manner of unspoken horrors, theymust have witnessed something extraordinary and thatsomething was a man that had defeated the grave.

Within such a dangerous environment it is logical that thissmall community of believers remained committed to oneanother. They met together daily to pray and share meals and

were careful to ensure that everyone was safe and had thbasic needs provided. Once again, Luke offers the conte"All believers were together and had everything in commo

They sold property and possessions to give to anyone whad need" (Acts 2:44-45). This is the humble beginning of t

faith that we continue to embrace so many centuries on.

We live in a very different world, of course. Drive dowany major thoroughfare in Nashville, with a church or two every corner, and it is abundantly clear that we are freeworship as we choose. But the fundamental practices of thearly church are still vitally important and it has been mobservation that we carry on those traditions exceedingly wat Woodmont: we come together regularly for prayer ameditation, share meals and do an excellent job of taking caof our own (and many beyond our immediate communitAmen!

As we each consider the commitment we can make Stewardship Sunday may The Lord open our eyes to tneeds within our walls, in our local community and across tglobe. Let us be generous with every kind of resource whave been given.

xo - Thom

An Act of the Apostlesby Thom Schuyler,Youth Director

The Outreach Grants committee met last week, and they awarded the following grants:

Christian Church of TNLeaving the CocoonNashville Food ProjectNashville Rescue MissionRoom in the Inn

World ConventionTroop 55, B.S.A.Ministers Discretionary FundEducation for Cauvin Pierre

Woodmont Outreach Grants Committee

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Youth This Week(April 8-14)

Wednesday, April 105:30 p.m. 5-Star Dinner6:30 p.m. Bible Study in Room 2357:30 p.m. Dismissal

Sunday, April 149:30 a.m. Worship10:30 a.m. JUBILATION11:30 a.m. Chi Rho & CYFSunday school

Noon Dismissal

2:00 p.m. Meet at Woodmontto travel to the Annual CROP

Walk at The Dragon Park.

(Details to follow via email).4:30 p.m. (approximate) Return to Woodmont

Mark Your CalendarsMay 5:Youth Sunday & Senior BanquetSummer Church Camp ScheduleJune 2-8: CYFJune 30-July 6: EightersJuly 21-27: Chi Rho

WCC YOUTH Wednesday NightApri l 10

6:30 p.m.DivorceCare (The Bay)Led by Anne Alexander Stauffer and J anet Wall

Food, Poverty, and Hunger in Nashville (BR)

Led by Tallu Quinn (see more info below)Yoga (5 yr. old Room, KC) - Led by Katie Noss

6:35 p.m.The New Testament Letter to the Hebrews Bib le Study (105)Led by Roy Stauffer

Sunday SchoolApri l 14

9:30 a.m.Disciples Class (105)"The Mustard Seed" - Led by Roy Stauffer

Challenge Class (200)

"Acts of the Apostles" - Led by Bob Herrick

Young Adult Class (Boardroom)Led by Rob Quinn

Spiritual Journeys Class for Women (The Bay)"Real Hope: How to Find It and How to Keep It"Led by Anne Alexander Stauffer

11:00 a.m.Second Hour o f the Spiritual Journeys Class (The Bay)(Open to Men Also) Led by Anne Alexander Stauffer

Reflections Class (200)"Wheat & Tares" - Led by Roy Stauffer

Points of View (105) - Led by Ralph Parsons and Doug KingBook Discussion: "I Knew Jesus Before He Was a Christian"

Menu - April 10

Marinated Pork Tenderloin

Savory Herbed StuffingCorn Pudding

Mixed Green Salad

Apricot Nectar Cake

The Best Chocolate Cake

Pizza for the kids

Menu - April 17

Mexican Chicken Casserole

Delicious Black Beansand Rice

Mixed Green Salad

Southern Chess Squares

Fudge Brownies

Pizza for the kids

5-Star DinnerWednesday Nights

5:35 p.m. in Drowota Hall

Reservations should be made through the Sunday "connectioncard," by calling the church of fice (297-8563), emailing the churc hoffice at sspivy @woodmontcc.org . or thru the website at:www.woodmontchri stian.org. The deadline is Monday by noon.

Price structure: Adults $8, Children 4 years old thru 5th grade $4and family c ap $28.

FiftymillionpeopleintheUdontknowwheretheirnexmealiscomingfrom.APlacattheTable,anewfilmabopovertyandfoodinsecurityAmerica,examinestheissuofhungerinourcountrythroughthelensofthreepeoplestrugglingwithfoodinsecurity.

JoinTalluQuinn,directorofTheNashvilleFoodProjecforaviewingofAPlaceattheTablethisWednesday,April10,at6:30p.m.intheBoardroom.

Food,Poverty,andHungerClass

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Clay recommends readingEnoughby Adam Hamilton during the Stewardship Campaign.Enoughis available to purchase in SpireBooks, Woodmont's Bookstore. SpireBooks is open on Sundays:9:00 - 9:30 a.m./10:30 - 11:00 a.m./12:00 - 12:30 p.m. and on Wednesdays 5:15 - 5:45 p.m.

Book Description: Enough is an invitation to rediscover the Bible's wisdom when it comes toprudent financial practices. In these pages are found the keys to experiencing contentment,overcoming fear, and discovering joy through simplicity and generosity. This book could changeyour life, by changing your relationship with money.

Recommended Stewardship Reading

WCCBookClub

TheAprilmeetingoftheWCCBookClubwillbeheldat10:30a.m.inRoom107onTuesday,April16th.

GayleHugheswillleadadiscussiononHEARTOFDARKNESSbyJosephConrad.

Visitation Group

The Visitation Group willmeet on Monday, April 15th

at 12:00 p.m. in Room 105.

Please come and join us for a brief meeting and

lunch before we leave to visit our special cares

members. Call Liz Anne (373-4013), or e-mail(ginnis2@comcast.net) to let us know if you will

be joining us.

Sermon Videos Now Available

Online Each WeekClick "Sermons" under the Worship menu to view

and/or listen to the latest Woodmont sermons each week

Were you out of town last Sunday? Forget an important quoteyou wanted to write down? Need some inspiration in the middof your week? Check out the sermons page on the Woodmontwebsite at www.woodmontchristian.org (under the "Worship"

drop down menu). Beginning with the sermon from EasterSunday, we will post both a video and an MP3 audio file ofweekly sermons from the morning services and The Bridge.

You can watch the sermon video online or download the audiofile to your iPod or computer.

New Stewardship Seriesat The Bridge - April 14-28

You are not alone

If you need a confidential and

caring Stephen Minister to talk

with when you go through life's transitions or

difficult times, call Kathy Patten (838-4957).

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This month our GEMS program will be presented by Woodmont member, Judge Seth Norman, founder of thefirst court-operated "Residential Drug Court" in the country. We will hear some of the success stories, as weas, how other states have adopted this program. This will be an informative and inspiring meeting. Mark you

GEMS

GEMSTuesday, April 23

Noon Room 105 Catered Meal -- $8.00

An Evening for AfricaCome Celebrate H.O.P.E (Hunger, Orphans, Poverty, Education)

On Friday, April 19, 2013, at 6:00 pm, at the Disciples of Christ Historical

Society, 1101 19th Avenue South, we are having a fundraiser to offer scholarshipsto individuals who wish to participate in a 10 day trip to offer hope to the people ofSwaziland with Heart for Africa. Heart for Africa is a Christian non-profit 501(c)3public charity that works alongside churches and children's homes in Swaziland.

They provide care and hope for a future for children in this small African nation.Woodmont members have been supporting this effort with time, talent and treasurfor a few years and we want to share this outreach effort with you.

The evening will include a silent auction, a cork pull and outstanding musical entertainment by Andra Moran and friendThank you to those who have donated auction items. We are still looking for additional items. If you would like to donatsomething (a gift basket, jewelry or a service), help with the event, or make a donation, please let us know.

It will be a fun evening with wine and appetizers. Cost is $25 per person. Reservations must be

made in advance as space islimited. For reservations or to learn more about this event contactPark Owen at 210-2367 or Mary Welsh Owen at 598-0770/mwowen@brookdaleliving.com

To learn more about this amazing ministry go to http://www.heartforafrica.org.

The CWF program presenters withSallie Walker and Sandra Carpenter.

Margie Quin answers questionsafter her presentation.

Woodmont member, Margie Quin, who is a special agentwith the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, presented

an eye-opening program at the CWF General Meetinglast Tuesday about the underreported and misunderstoodcrime of sex trafficking in Tennessee. Meeting attendeeswere both appalled at the problem and proud of Margie'stremendous efforts in educating both law enforcementand the public about it.

CWF General Meeting Program

A large attentive crowd listeto Margie's presenta

Menu:

Betty B.'s Gazpacho Soup, Pimento Cheese Sandwiches on Whole Grain Bread,Sweet Potato Chips, Warm Chocolate Pudding Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream

*(A Door Prize will be given away. Must be present to win! )*

We look forward to seeing each of you at our upcoming (G)reet, (E)at, (M)eet, and (S)ocialize meeting. Remember: Visitorare welcome. Bring a friend! Important Reminder: Please make your reservations by Friday, April 19th Call Stasia at297-8563 or Email her at sspivy@woodmontcc.org.

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Thursday,April 4

Disciples ClassOvernight RetreatApril 5-6

Chi Rho Spring

Retreat @

Bethany HillsApril 5-7th

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Sunday School Lessons & VolunteersApril 14th

ChristQuestJesus' Baptismand Temptation

Stars (2 Yrs)10 CommandmentsClaire DrowotaPorter Meadors

Pandas (3 Yrs)Jesus AscendsChristi WilliamsBecky Griffith

Frogs (4 Yrs)Jesus appearsto ThomasKim Sheridan

J oy & GloriaJ ackson

Monkeys (5 Yrs/K)Jesus appearsto ThomasLaurie CooperChristy Hermann

Children's ChurchKaitlyn AsherChristy Brown

11:00 4th/5thGrade ClassThe Old TestamentSaul to ProphetsRonda Hirst

Donuts/CoffeeStill Needed

THIS WEEK AT WCC:

Wednesday, April 10th

5:30 p.m. - 5-Star Dinner

6:15 p.m. - JYF Kids ClubSunday, April 14

th

9:30 a.m. - Child ren's Moment9:45 a.m. - Sunday School

11:00 a.m. - Children's Church5:45 p.m. - The Bridge Service

Happy Birthday To:4/13 - Waller McMillin

4/18 - Dylan Gray

Registration Now Available!

April 27-28

First-ever overnight retreat at Bethany Hillsjust for Woodmont families! The whole family

is invited for a weekend of fun and fellowshipat this beautiful camp. Cost is only $40 forthe whole family for food and lodging ($10for each additional child). Register online atwww.woodmontkids.com.

July 9-12

Children ages 3 and up (asof July 9) are invited to the

"Everywhere Fun Fair" atWoodmont. Registrationand more information isnow available at www.WoodmontKids.com.

ChristQuest Memory Verse"And a voice from heaven said,

"This is my son, the Beloved,with whom I am well pleased.'"

(Matthew 3:17)

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Bulletin Board

Opportunities at Woodmont

Wednesday, April 106:15 a.m.

Men's Small Group (107)

7:00 a.m.Men's Bible Study (105)Younger Men's Bible Study (BR)

5:35 p.m.5-Star Dinner (DH)

6:15 p.m.JYF Kids Club (KC)

6:30 p.m.DivorceCare (Bay); Choir Practice (CR)

Food, Hunger, and Poverty in Nashville (BR)Yoga (5 yr. old Room, KC)Leadership Woodmont (200)

Youth Bible Study (CHI RHO, CYF)6:35 p.m.

The New Testament Bible Study (105)

Thursday, April 11Library Workday

10: 00 a.m.Sit & Stitch (GH)

7:00 p.m.Restore Classes (200, BR & Youth Rooms)

Sunday, April 149:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School9:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Worship (Sanctuary)5:45 p.m.The Bridge Service (DH)

6:30 p.m.After The Bridge Soup & Salad

Casual Dinner (DH)

Monday, April 1512:00 p.m.

Visitation Group (105)4:00 p.m.

Small Group for Men (BR)

Tuesday, April 16

9:00 a.m.Women's Prayer Group (CS)

9:45 a.m.Women's Bible Study(100)

10:30 a.m.WCC Book Club (107)

6:00 p.m.Handbell Practice (234)

6:30 p.m.Young Adults (Off-Campus)

PLEASE - NO FOOD OR DRINKSIN THE SANCTUARY

Let Us Know:Have information about someone in the hospital or with anotherministry need? Please notify the church o ffice during the week

(297-8563) and Let Us Know.

PRAYERSFOR OUR CHURCH FAMILYINTHE HOSPITAL :Gary J ones, father of Pam Groom,

Louisville, KYHenry Green, father of Ken Owens,

Skyline Medical Center

NEW CONCERN:Kathy Robinson, friend ofJustin Gung

CONTINUING CONCERNS:Roy Stauffer Betty BrentGary Thompson Lady BirdAmy Alexander Yot WilliamsBeverly Small Emily Duncan

Jeannette Miller Peggy Johnson

Hale Hooper, Richland PlaceRon Stuve, friend of Karen & David

ConradStacy Fletcher, daughter of Marcella

& Jack DerryberryAnn Bailey, aunt of Cynthia ArnholtMadeline Murphy, daughter of Mike

& Susan Murphy

CONGRATULATIONSTO:Keith & Brandy Meadows Gainesonthe birth of their son, Donald LoganGaines, on Wednesday, April 3.Brandy is part of the Woodmontchildcare staff in the nursery.

GIVE THANKS:Graham Heilig, brother of

Kirsten Lowe, home fromAfghanistan

Patty Hickerson, niece of BarbaraSullivan

M ILITARY PRAYER L IST:Dave Albritton, nephew of Dave

& Pat MaloneCody Bender, husband of Ashley

Wilson Bender; son-in-law of Stev

& J udy WilsonClay Perry, son of Tim & Diane PerDan King & wife, Ashley King, broth

and sister-in-law of Stephen DanieKing

THOSE SERVING ABROAD:J esse Garrison, Peace Corp in

Armenia

*Please Note: Continuing Care Concewill now only be listed for up to one

month. I f you wish to have a continuiconcern remain on the list after one

month, please renew your request eacmonth by calling the church office.*

Elders Prayer Corner

The Elders Request that the congregation join them in prayer for:

And from his fullness have we all received, grace upon grace. For the law

was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.H.O.P.E Project and the Morgan Scott ProjectThe Habitat House DedicationOur CWF Circles and all the outreach projects they coordinateThe Disciples Class who are preparing for Baptism and church membershiOur shut-in members who are unable to attend worshipAll our new members who bring their gifts to WoodmontPrayer, Presence and Peace

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UPHOLDING OUR CHURCH

WOODMONT CHRISTIAN CHURCH STAFF

Rev. Clay Stauffer, Senior MinisterFarrell Mason, Minister of Family L ife & Pastoral Care Dr. C. Roy Stauffer, Minister of Church LifeRev. J ustin Gung,Minister of Families & Young Adults Rev. Trey Flowers, Minister of Children & "The Bridge"

Thom Schuyler, Youth Director Carla "CJ " Schooler, Minister of Jr. High Youth Tallu Quinn, TNFP Director & Outreach Min.

Michael Graham,Director of Music Ministry Mary Clare Pyron, Parish Nurse Ginny Tharp, Director of PreschoolSarah Huffman,Accompanist Linda Whitson,Staff Administrator Kim Adair,Administrative AssistantStasia Spivy,Receptionist Beverly Honeycutt,Housekeeping Steven Austin, HousekeepingAndra Moran & Stephen Daniel King, Shirley Taylor,Housekeeping Sam Marsh,Property Manager - Housekeeping Sup

CreativeDirectors for "TheBridge"

DEACON SCHEDULE

April 14, 2013

Communion Prep: Kristen MaloneService Coordinator: 9:30 - Jay Hollomon

11:00 - Rich SandersonVideo Camera: 9:30 - Paul Hardin

11:00 - Leigh Ann Agee

9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 5:45 p.m.Martha Galyon George Keith Rich SandersonL.A. Galyon Mart Sesler David StewartFaye Tevebaugh Jeremiah Pyron Merillat FlowersJack Derryberry Watt Crockett Terri McConnellMarcella Derryberry Pam Harding

Betty McHugh Teri DiamondLaura Dovan Jean RamseyTom Dovan Paula Forcht

ELDERS

SERVING

SUNDAYApril 14, 2013

9:30 a.m.Alan Sowell

andHal Tevebaug

11:00 a.m.Chip Phinizy

andRichmond Willia

5:45 p.m.Bryan SargenWeekly Prayer Partner

Pleasants Christian Church, Rossville, TN

WORSHIP SERVICES: April 14, 2013

9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m Rev. Clay Stauffer, preachingSermon Title: "Change Is Inevitable; Growth Is Optional"

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9; Philippians 3:12-15

5:45 p.m. - The Bridge Rev. Trey Flowers, preachingGenerous Sermon Series

Sermon Title: "Only a Matter of Time"

Scripture: James 2:14-19

BY OUR PRESENCEAND OUR GIFTS

Date Sunday School Total Atd. OperatingMarch 17 241 692 $ 48,944March 24 261 799 $ 18,060March 31 343 1542 $ 26,628April 7 279 788 $ 42,425