youth sunday is this sunday!

The Spire
They are to do good, to be rich in good works, generous and
ready to share, thus storing up for themselves the treasure of
a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of
the life that really is life. I Timothy 6:18-19

Volume 44, Issue 8

April 27, 2015

Living Generously, Changing Lives

2015 Stewardship Campaign
CLICK HERE to pledge on-line or
email your commitment to
pledge@woodmontcc.org!

In This Issue
Articles:
Clay Stauffer
2
Roy Stauffer
2
Andra Moran
3
Thom Schuyler
3
2015 Stewardship Campaign Living
Generously, Changing Lives
4
Announcements
5
Youth Group
6
Woodmont Kids
6
Bulletin Board/Birthdays
7
Upholding Our Church back cover

Luke Elliot
David Lipscomb High School

Ashley Buchanan
Hume-Fogg Academic High School

Thompson Berhow
Brentwood Academy

Caroline Drury
Hume-Fogg Academic High School

Anna Kathryn Groom

The Harpeth Hall School

Luke Kinman
Franklin Classical School

Sara Norton
Brentwood Academy

Vision Matters
by Clay Stauffer
I want to thank everybody who has made a
together weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly for fellowship, prayer,
commitment to support Woodmonts mission and
spiritual growth, and service. We have many small groups at
ministries for another year. Your generosity drives
Woodmont but always want to be starting more. Contact Mary
this church and you make the ministry possible.I am
Clare Pyron at if you are interested.
A Commitment to Supporting Families. Family life
grateful. Its still not too late to be a part of the Living
matters.One of the greatest tragedies of our day and age is the
GenerouslyChanging Lives campaign. We are now
breakdown of the family and it transcends race and socio-economic
moving into the follow up stage.You can send a secure
class.Families today with both parents working who are trying
email to pledge@woodmontcc.org.This July, Woodmont will celebrate
to pay bills, keep a marriage alive, and raise children have a lot
its 72nd birthday (est. July 18, 1943). The church has been built on a
of stress and pressure on them. Trust me, I know first-hand.The
wonderful tradition of faith, service, and generosity, and we want to
church should do everything it can to support marriages, parents,
continue that into the future.
and family life. As a multi-generational church, we have a unique
Speaking of the future, vision matters.A few weeks ago, I preached
opportunity to do this. While supporting families, we must also
a sermon on A Vision for Woodmont and lifted up FIVE Core
acknowledge that not everybody is a part of a family and so the
Commitments that I believe in whole-heartedly:
A Commitment to worshiping God in a variety of styles.
church becomes the family.
A Commitment to Agreeing to Disagree.This is a unique
We currently have three unique worship styles: 9:30 a.m. Informal,
aspect of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). In essentials
11:00 a.m. Traditional, and 5:15 p.m. Contemporary.Not everybody
unity, in non-essentials liberty, in all things love.We do not feel as
prefers the same style and time of worship, so it is important that we
though we have to agree on everything.In fact, it is not realistic
offer choices.Far more important than the style is the fact that we
to think that we will agree on everything.You are encouraged to
choose to worship on a regular basis because worship should serve
think for yourself.The church must be a place where a variety
as the basis for our spiritual lives.Humans are hard wired to worship
of politics, opinions, biblical interpretations, social stances, and
and if we dont worship God, we will find something else to worship.
A Commitment to being a Missional Church. Since its
philosophies can coexist.This is at the core of who we are as
beginning, Woodmont has prided itself on being a church that is
Disciples.Problems arise when somebody tries to impose their
firmly committed to mission and outreach. We want to continue to
belief system or their politics onto somebody else.We must respect
make a difference in this community and beyond by spreading the
each others opinion and grow through dialogue.Our world longs
love of Christ in a multitude of ways.Whether this is through Habitat
for this message.
for Humanity, Room In The Inn, Nashville Food Projects, Morgan
I believe each of these commitments is very important as we move
Scott, Guatemala, Africa, or outreach grants, Christ calls us to put
into the future as a church.We live in interesting times.Many churches
our faith in action and move beyond the walls of the church.The
are barely staying alive or have been forced to shut down due to lack
missional church is about taking the love of Christ out into the world.
of support.Many wonder if the United States will follow the pattern of
A Commitment to constantly starting new Small Groups.
Europe. I dont think so, but it takes commitment and dedication to
Small groups are where relationships are built and discipleship
keep a church like Woodmont healthy and vibrant!
happens.If you are not in a small group, I challenge you to join
Blessings,
one or better yet, start one. Life Groups are 6-12 people that get
What About Retirement?
by Roy Stauffer
Being on the front edge of the Baby Boomer can lead to a rapid and major health decline. You need to plan ahead
generation, I have been thinking about the subject of to avoid that.
Retirement for a number of years now. Do I want to
Some people think they would be happy to play golf every day, or
retire? If so, when? At what age? Although I very much look go fishing every day. Some wives dread the thought of their husbands
forward to days now when I dont have to go anywhere or being home all day, every day. Will we stay healthy when we retire?
do anything, would I want to have it that way every day? What meaning and purpose and sense of worth will we have? How will
What would I do? How would I spend my time?
we re-create ourselves? Do we have hobbies and interests now that
When were younger, especially in our 20s or 30s, the idea of we can enjoy more ? Would we want to continue working part time, and
Retirement seems so far off that we dont really think about it. Thats not necessarily because we need the money? (I heard they no longer
for old people. Then when we hit our 40s and 50s it becomes more have those Senior Greeter jobs at Walmart that many folks say they
of an issue. Some people really look forward to it. Some say they want will do).
to retire at 55 or 60. And before you know it, its here.
So what about retirement? Im wondering how many of you would
I am amazed at the number of people Ive known who have like to talk about retirement, learn about Retirement, whether youre
never planned ahead for Retirement, especially financially. Now that retired now, or soon planning to retire, of even if its many years off?
Boomers are hitting Retirement age, many say they cant afford to Would you be interested in a class, or a series of classes, on Retirement?
retire. They just plan to keep on working. I hope their health holds out. The major focus would be on everything else but finances, although we
Most of the books and articles and programs about Retirement could deal with that too, if you want. If you think youd be interested
focus only on the financial aspects of it. Can you afford to retire? But (in one or more sessions), please let me know. Email me at rstauffer@
thats really just one part of the issue, albeit an important part. But woodmontcc.org. If enough people express interest, we could offer a
just as important is the question of a major lifestyle change. When you session in June, or a series on the subject in the Fall.
no longer chat each day with your friends at work, who will you chat
A recent visitor to Woodmont Ed Zinklewicz would be our
with? How will you spend the time you used to spend working? Many leader. He specializes in leading webinars on the subject, or holding
retirees say they dont know how they found time to work. But others classes at the public library (May 13, 5:30 p.m., Brentwood Public
get bored, restless, and feel useless. Theyve lost the meaning and Library). If youd like us to offer this class, please let me know so I can
purpose in life they used to get working. You get up each morning with see if enough are interested. I like to plan ahead for classes as
nothing on your calendar. Where will you go? What will you do? I love well as Retirement.
days like that now, but not every day. If you end up in that situation, it
- Roy
pg 2

Taking Care
by Andra Moran
This weekend I visited my Aunt Karen, who has at this. In that moment, its hard to say if she recognized him as her
been suffering from Alzheimers Disease for over partner of more than half a century, or if she just had simply felt the
five years. My Uncle Carroll cares for her in their love and care from another person.
home, along with the help of family and friends. Last
Human beings take a lot of caring-for, dont we? From our infancy
October, I wrote here in the Spire about officiating into old age, we rely on each other more than we would like to admit.
a wedding ceremony for them, as Karens disease Simply put, we are needy beings, and we need each other. As humans,
had caused her to forget that she was married, and we are at our best when we are caring for each other: love in action. I
she wanted to make it official with her husband. This re-wedding read once that Mother Theresa advised not to worry about doing great
took place shortly after their 53rd anniversary with her grandchildren things. Instead, she advised, Simply do small things with great love.
and children serving as the wedding party while the church sanctuary
While in Ohio, I had a front row seat to see the life changing
brimmed with both smiles and tears.
power of doing small things with great love for someone who needed
Karen is one of the most caring people Ive ever known. Watching it: My mother, patiently playing a game of Connect 4 with Karen
the changes in her personality as the disease takes over her brain has where nothing connected; my cousins 8 year old daughter reading a
been a real challenge for all of us. Many days, she is her sweet, gentle storybook to Karen, her grandmother, and showing her the pictures,
self, but other days, she is stubborn, agitated, and angry. It hurts to my Uncle Carroll, gently trimming Karens fingernails.
know that she has times of feeling deeply alone and afraid, and that her
As Christians, we remember that we love because God first loved
memory challenges keep her from remembering those who are at her us. The way that God loves is demonstrated again and again, across
side offering consistent care and love.
time and space, right into our very own lives: Love in action. How will
Yesterday, I watched Carroll tucking Karen in for an afternoon nap, you show generous love in action today?
As he arranged the pillow, she looked up and said simply Youre good
- Andra
A Portion of Your Reality Check
by Thom Schuyler
As a Woodmont staff member my two regular activities are purposely social including bowling, Trivia nights,
primary responsibilities involve our Young Adult board games, weekend retreats, horseback riding, concerts, cookouts,
community and our Mission initiatives. I love my campouts, sporting events and more. Frankly, I find it uplifting that
job and am grateful to Clay, the Board and all of such a substantial group of young people are committed to their faith
you for granting me the privilege of serving our and to one another. It is a joy and a blessing!
congregation in these ways.
I cannot say enough about WCCs commitment to addressing the
We are in the middle of our annual Stewardship needs of families and individuals in our local community and beyond.
Campaign at church. Stewardship Campaign is a While your Outreach Committee works diligently to fund the many
fancy name for requesting financial commitments from the membership requests we receive from (mostly) local ministries, hundreds of
to undergird the budget for Woodmonts next Fiscal Year (July 1, members offer their time and talent to other mission projects, both
2015 - June 30, 2016). Without foreknowledge of these commitments local and global (Room In The Inn, Unbound, Morgan Scott mission
responsible budgeting becomes a bit of a guessing game.
trips, The Nashville Food Project, Habitat for Humanity, Walk Thru
I am not going to make an overt plea for your due consideration of Bethlehem and many more). We have almost completed a Missions
a pledge. However, I would like to give you an overview of that which Directory that will outline specific ways in which our membership
keeps me engaged in my little corner of Woodmont. In so doing it is can become engaged in scores of local ministries. Again, this faithful
essential that you keep in mind that these programs succeed because work is accomplished by scores of generous and loving volunteers
of committed members involved in these areas.
responding to Jesus call to love and serve.
Woodmonts Young Adult community is populated by a crossFrom my vantage point within these ministries I witness hunger
section of folks between the ages of 20 and 40. From September - May being satisfied, bodies being clothed, houses being repaired and
we meet every other week for hosted dinners, social time and spiritual constructed, tears being shed, lives being lifted up and community
conversation in the homes of many generous Woodmont members. We being restored. I see faith as a verb. Your kindness and generosity make
are committed to a monthly mission project and also involve ourselves this happen!
in most of the broader missions and ministries of the church. Other
xo - Thom Schuyler

Front Desk (top), Custom Entryway Gift Bricks (bottom)

Preschool Construction Photos

Were Making Progress and a
Beautiful Place to Learn!

Preschool Entrance
pg 3

At Woodmont, We Seek God, Share Love and Serve Others. Thank you for your support!
We grow in faith, and the Lord reflects His image in what we believe and the experiences we share.
Here are some of the ways lives are changing:
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attend 10 Sunday School classes (avg. weekly), 101 individuals became members of Woodmont in 2014, 75 families served by
Fannie Battle Day Home were sponsored by Woodmonts church family and received Christmas gifts in 2014, 74 youth are actively
participating in Woodmonts Youth Group, 54 units of blood were donated as a result of 3 blood drives for the Red Cross in 2014 -15,
24 youth and 21 adults traveled to Guatemala on 2 mission trips in 2014, 19 children were dedicated into our church family and
19 Disciples Class students were baptized in 2014, 11 Life Groups formed in 2015, 8 Core Values at WCC: Welcoming, Outstanding
worship, Outreach, Different traditions, Mission & Ministry, On the move, Nurturing, & Transforming, 7 Fellowship Dinner Groups formed in 2015, 6 new homes
were provided for families in Guatemala through the Guats Up campaign and 6 Stephen Ministers were commissioned in 2014, 4 youth group students
were elected to the statewide TCYF Cabinet in 2015, 3 styles of Sunday worship are offered at Woodmont: relaxed at 9:30 a.m., traditional at 11:00 a.m. and
contemporary at 5:15 p.m. ("The Bridge"), 2 reasons we are able to do all that we do - your generosity and open heart, and..
1 Mission statement that is Woodmont: Growing Disciples of Christ by Seeking God, Sharing Love and Serving Others.
In addition, without your support, we would not be able to:
Provide scholarships to children and youth who need financial assistance for Bethany Hills camps and mission trips.
Sponsor Guatemalan children and adults to improve their health and quality of life.
Provide time, talent and treasure to the Morgan Scott project - Morgan and Scott are the two most economically depressed counties in Tennessee.
Serve the church community and Nashville through Centre Group, DivorceCare, Mobile Meals, Heavenly Helpers, Walk Thru Bethlehem and others.
Gather for fellowship through G.E.M.S (Greet, Eat, Meet, Socialize), The Geezers Mens Group, Wednesday Night Summer Potluck Dinners, Wednesday Night Summer
Sing-A-Longs, Small groups, and more.
Woodmont was also able to provide outreach grants to community organizations from July 2014 - March, 2015:
Better Decisions
Rock House Ministries
New Life Christian, Kenya
Community Care Fellowship
Church of Another Chance
Siloam Family Health Center
Oasis Center
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Disciples Divinity House
Unbound/CFCA/Guats Up!
Open Table Nashville
Leaving the Cocoon
Eastwood Christian Childrens Ctr.
Ministers Discretionary Fund
Safe Haven Family Shelter
Martha OBryan
Faith Family Medical Clinic
Against the Grain
Salama Institute
The Nashville Food Project
Fannie Battle Day Home
Community Nashville
Second Harvest
Nashville Rescue Mission
Hope Clinic for Women
Disciples of Christ Historical Society
World Convention
Rebuilding Nashville Together
Men of Valor
Hope Force International
Barefoot Republic
Room In The Inn
Morgan Scott Project
Nations Ministry Center
Bethany Hills Camp

CLICK HERE to make your online pledge.

Childrens Ministry/Childrens Moment

Mission Trips to Guatemala

Room In The Inn

Morgan Scott Project

Habitat for Humanity

Walk Thru Bethlehema

They are to do good, to be rich in good works, generous and ready to share, thus storing up for themselves the treasure of a good
foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of the life that really is life.
I Timothy 6:18-19
pg 4

CHRISTIAN WOMENS FELLOWSHIP (CWF) GENERAL

MEETING, MAY 5 AT 11:00 A.M. FOLLOWED BY LUNCH
CWF welcomes Mary-Claire Spencer,
Regional Executive of the Girl Scouts
of Middle Tennessee, as our guest
speaker at our general meeting on May
5th. Ms. Spencer will discuss the overall
mission of the Girl Scouts, the ways in
which they serve our community, and
describe volunteer opportunities.
Our meeting/presentation begins at 11:00 a.m. in room 105, with
lunch following in Drowota Hall. Childcare is provided during the
meeting and lunch.Guests are welcome!
Our luncheon is $8 per person. If you would like to stay for the
lunch after the meeting and presentation, please make reservations
by emailing Rebecca at rvaughan@woodmontcc.org or call the
church office at 615-297-8563 by Friday May 2nd.

CLAY STAUFFER TO RECEIVE DOCTOR OF MINISTRY DEGREE

WEEK OF COMPASSION
NEPAL EARTHQUAKE RELIEF/SUPPORT
Week of Compassions Relief Efforts in Nepal

The 7.9 magnitude earthquake that struck west of Nepals

capital of Katmandu this past Saturday is the most powerful
to hit the region in over 80 years. Week of Compassion is
providing emergency aid and putting boots on the ground
to save lives through search and rescue efforts as well as
provide food, water, medical supplies, blankets, clothes and
temporary shelter to affected and displaced individuals and
families.
To contribute on-line:
Visit our giving page at www.woodmontchristian.org/
OnlineGiving.aspx and choose Week of Compassion - Nepal Earthquake Relief from the dropdown menu.
To contribute by check:
Make checks payable to Woodmont Christian Church and
write Nepal Fund in the memo/notes section. You may drop
your check in the offering plate or mail it to Woodmont at
3601 Hillsboro Road, Nashville, TN 37215.

MORGAN SCOTT MISSION TRIP

MORGAN
SCOTT
PROJECT

You are invited to attend

the Graduation of Rev. Clay Stauffer
who will receive his
Doctor of Ministry Degree
Sewanee, the University of the South
Friday, May 8th, 2015 at 10:00 a.m.
All Saints Chapel, Sewanee, Tennessee
Visit visit.sewanee.edu for location
Class
Disciples Class
led by Dr. C. Roy Stauffer
Challenge Class
coordinated by Paul Hardin
Young Adult Sunday School
led by Rob Quinn
Spiritual Journeys for Women - A
Closer Look at Celtic Spirituality
led by Anne Alexander Stauffer
Reflections Class
led by Dr. C. Roy Stauffer
Spiritual Journeys Class (2nd Hour)
led by Anne Alexander Stauffer
Pathways Class
led by Laura Dovan & Christy Brown

OUR NEXT
MISSION TRIP
IS THURSDAY
MAY 14 SUNDAY
MAY 17, 2015
Sign Up at: TINYURL.COM/WOODMONT-MORGAN-SCOTT

SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES - 9:30 A.M. AND 11:00 A.M.

Room/Time
Description
105/9:30 a.m.
This class focuses on the Scriptures and how they speak to our lives and lifestyles today.
200/9:30 a.m.

Through April 26, 2015, the class is studying the parables of Jesus using Amy-Jill Levines book Short
Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic Parables of a Controversial Rabbi.
Boardroom/9:45 a.m. Note: start time is 9:45 a.m. This is a one-hour class focused on the Bible attended by many young
adults between the ages of 26-35.
The Bay/9:30 a.m. Take a trip with us back to our roots, to the Goodness, Love, Nature, and Vision of the Early Church
before its original message was captured, changed, and controlled by organized religion.Meet this Jesus
who longs to meet you NOW.
200/11:00 a.m.
This is a Bible and issue based class that thrives on discussion and group participation. Participants
explore questions of the Christian faith.
The Bay/11:00 a.m. We are a coed confidential group dedicated to sharing its "experience, strength, and hope" based upon
the twelve steps of life in Christ and spiritual principles for more abundant living.
Boardroom/11:00 a.m. Throughout the year we will watch video lessons and host speakers who share their insight and
perspective on the challenges facing the modern Christian family including marriage, prayer, and
growing our faith.
Points of View Class
105/11:00 a.m.
This class is an informal discussion group that addresses current issues in the relationship between
modern culture and Christianity. It will both challenge and affirm your beliefs.
College/Univ. Aged Young Adults 100/11:00 a.m.
This is a one-hour class focused on the Bible attended by many young adults between the ages of 19led by Thom Schuyler
25. This is an open forum for in-depth reading/discussion of scripture.
pg 5

YOUTH SUNDAY
is may 3rd, 2015!

stay connected!
SCAN THE CODE TO
REGISTER FOR SUMMER
CAMP AT BETHANY HILLS!

Registration for Vacation Bible School is now open! G-Force: Gods Love in Action will
take place from Tuesday, June 23, to Friday, June 26. Each day from 9 AM to 12 PM,
your child will learn to move, follow, care, and share - all in praise of God! Vacation
Bible School is a peak experience each summer, and your child will not want to miss
it! Registration is easy!
Finally, Vacation Bible School is not possible without lots of volunteer help. Folks are
needed to play games, sing songs, tell stories, serve snacks, and more! There are infront-of-people roles and behind-the-scenes roles alike.
The one thing that they all have in common is that theyre easy and fun!
To register for VBS or to register to be a volunteer for VBS visit:
https://woodmontchristian.org/DynamicContent.aspx?Pagetype=Kids

pg 6

@woodmontccyouth
#woodmontccyouth

BULLETIN BOARD

Opportunities at Woodmont

Sunday, May 3 - YOUTH SUNDAY

8:00 a.m.
Elder Board Meeting (BR)
9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Worship Services (Sanctuary)
12:15 p.m.
Youth Sunday Senior Banquet (DH)
5:15 p.m.
The Bridge - ReImagine Worship (DH)
Monday, May 4
4:00 p.m.
The Geezers Mens Group (BR)
5:15 p.m.
Cub Scouts (DH)
6:00 p.m.
Boy Scouts (DH)

Christian Womens Fellowship, Circle 5 (105/Kit)

Property Committee Meeting (BR)
7:00 p.m.
Communications Committee Meeting (Youth Lounge)
Tuesday, May 5
9:00 a.m.
Womens Prayer Group (C/S)
9:45 a.m.
Christian Womens Fellowship Board Meeting (100)
11:00 a.m.
Christian Womens Fellowship General Meeting (105/DH/Kit)
6:00 p.m.
Handbell Practice (Choir Room)
Wednesday, May 6
6:15 a.m.
Mens Small Group (100)
7:00 a.m.
Mens Bible Study (105)

Younger Mens Bible Study (BR)


Choir Practice (Choir Room)
Stephen Ministry
Thursday, May 7 Library Workday

Prayers for our Church Family

In the Hospital
Lauren Galyon, sister-in-law of L.A. Galyon, Knoxville, TN
New Concerns
Steve Anderson, Southern Hills Rehab
Chelsea Kramer, friend of Clay and Megan Stauffer
Continuing Concerns:
Kay Butterworth
Wayne Puckett, Alive Hospice
Gay Phinizy, Green HIlls Rehab
John Hopper, father of Mari-Kate Hopper
Dr. Lindsey Cooper
Military:
Cody Bender, husband of Ashley Wilson Bender; son-in-law of Steve and
Judy Wilson, Middle East
Jeremy Watson, son-in-law of Doug and Terri King, Middle East
Those Serving Abroad:
Courtney Valk, Peace Corps, Republic of Georgia
Sympathy To:
Jason and Lisa Pitts and family on the death of Jasons father, Ron Pitts,
on April 22nd. Funeral services were held on April 25th in Knox, Indiana.
Congratulations To:
Kate Woodard and Jack Rainey who were married at Woodmont on
Saturday, April 25 by Rev. Clay Stauffer. Kate is the daughter of Tom
Woodard, Jr.

Elder Prayer Cover

The Elders of Woodmont Invite You to Join Them in Prayer for:

Our Woodmont Youth as they lead us in worship, Sunday, May 3!

Our Stephen Ministers who continue to give of themselves to the Lord and our church family!
Those who volunteer to help needy families in Morgan and Scott counties in the upcoming Morgan Scott
mission trip on May 14-17, one more opportunity to live generously.

Happy May Birthdays!

May 1
Steve
Bryan
Ashley
May 2
Brian
May 3
Fred
Nick
Andrew
May 4
Bill
Jane
Jim
May 5
Harrison
Riley
May 6
Josh
May 7
Selena
May 8
James
May 9
Ralph
Allen

Wilson
Shaffer
Mayorquin
Waller
Friton
Collins
Dovan
Hockridge
Main
Sheridan
Lowe
Macon
Allen
Guilfoy
Giompoletti
Borchelt
McDowell

May 10
Barbie
Laura
Emily
Rollin
Hannah
May 11
Aaron
Ellie
Katie
May 12
Christy
Peggy
Mark
Tim
Christy
Nicky
May 13
Nikki
May 14
John
Truett
Reed
Rob
Kate
Cade

May 15
Karen
Walker
Howell
David
Leverenz
Brown
Mary Hayes Greer
Paisley
May 16
Piercy
Lisa
McGinty
Short
Andra
Moran
Fred
Turner
Durbin
David
Dyer
Sargent
Paul
Hardin
Dovan
Josephine Durbin
Bailey
Todd
Hermann
Tav
Shaffer
Burrahm
Christofersen May 17
Brad
Wills
Cooper
May 18
Crider
Keith
Hackenbrack Mary
Ann Walker Greenlee
May 19
Schmutz
Dave
Arnholt
Patricia
Taylor
Ramsey
Judy
Stroup
Smith
Wade
Joyner
Morgan
Josh
Anderson
Webb
Cropp
Clayton
pg 7

May 22
Richard
Beck
Margaret
Howell
Bill
Southwick
May 23
Mary Margaret McDonough
Kim
Drake
Suzanne
Johnson
May 24
Jim
Main
Don
Hart
Rebecca
Mathias
Landon
Brown
Ella
Organ
May 25
Dave
Sartor
Susan
HammondsWhite
Mora Ann
Bass
May 26
Darryl
Glascock
Phillip
Piercy
Cary
Graham
Campbell
Leach
May 27
George
Brown

May 27 contd
Harrison
Jordan
Caleb
May 28
John
Lia Baker
Shepley
Abby
Rip
Adelynn
May 29
Patrick
Tate
May 30
Margean
Dara
Robert
Shane
Monty
Trey
Amanda Jane
May 31
Leigh
Jeff
Nick
Halle

Jackson
Cropp
McLean
Rudd
Southwick
Smith
McLean
Clayton
Lowe
Howell
Rogers
Roady
Howe
Hendrick
Douglas
Steele
Flowers
Lloyd
Sinks
Cobble
Kaumeyer
Johnson

Woodmont Mothers Day Bake Sale

Come to the Gathering Space after the 9:30 a.m.
and before the 11:00 a.m. service on May 10th Mothers Day to help raise funds for Woodmonts
Youth Group Mission and Outreach programs! In
the past, your support has funded youth mission
trips and built homes for families in need in
developing coutries - thank you!
If you can provide items for the sale, please
deliver them to the upstairs warming kitchen by
noon on Saturday, May 9th. We will have a team
to receive, price, and artfully package your goods
for sale on Sunday. Youth group members usually
staff the Sale itself.
Please contact Selena Guilfoy, at
sguilfoy@picagroup.com or call 615-943-8702

How Sweet it is!

Senior

Banquet
Sunday, May 3, 12:15 p.m.
in Drowota Hall

By Our Presence and Our Gifts

Sun. School Total Atd. Operating

Date
April 5
April 12
April 19
April 26

381
340
329
348

1617
982
778
836

$64,226
$25,552
$45,332
$40,708

Worship Services - May 3rd, 2015 - YOUTH SUNDAY

9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary
and at The Bridge Worship, 5:15 p.m. in Drowota Hall

YOUTH SUNDAY:

Deacons Serving May 3rd, 2015

Communion Prep
George Keith

Service Coordinator

9:30 - George Keith, 11:00 - Jim Hester

Video Camera

9:30 - Open, 11:00 - Nora Rich

YOUTH SUNDAY

Elders Serving May 3rd, 2015

YOUTH
SUNDAY
Weekly Prayer Partner

Mississippi Blvd Christian Church,

Memphis

choose faith

Sermons Given by Graduating Seniors

Staff Serving Woodmont
Rev. Clay Stauffer, Senior Minister
Dr. C. Roy Stauffer, Minister of Adult Education & Church Life
Rev. Trey Flowers, Minister of Youth & The Bridge
Rev. Justin Gung, Minister of Children & Congregational Care
Thom Schuyler, Director of College, Young Adults, Missions & Outreach
Farrell Mason, Minister of Family Life & Pastoral Care
Tallu Quinn, Director of The Nashville Food Project
Andra Moran & Stephen Daniel King, Creative Directors, "The Bridge"
Michael Graham, Director of Music Ministry
Martha Duff, Director of Preschool
Linda Whitson, Staff Administrator
Joe Badawy, Housekeeping
Ben Saunders, Youth Ministerial Intern
Sara deBettencourt, Communications Director
Shirley Taylor, Housekeeping
Sarah Huffman, Accompanist
Rebecca Vaughan, Receptionist
Sam Marsh, Property & Housekeeping Manager
Mary Clare Pyron, Parish Nurse and Small
Steven Austin, Housekeeping
Hannah Ott, Youth Ministerial Intern

Groups Coordinator
Chris Beck, Finance Manager
Nancy Holmes, Childrens Ministry Assistant