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Volume 41, Issue 12

A Beacon and A Bridge

SPIRE
March 25, 2013

Holy Week Begins...

March 24
Child Dedication Rex Clinton Waddey Parents: Alex & Melissa Waddey

Mission Statement
Growing Disciples of Christ by Seeking God, Sharing Love and Serving Others

Welcome to Our New Members! Edward & Susan Hernandez

Core Values:
Welcoming Outstanding Worship Outreach Different Traditions Mission & Ministry On the Move Nurturing Transforming 2013 Areas of Focus
Prayer - Presence - Peace

Join us on Good Friday at 5:30 p.m. for the Service of the Cross
"The Seven Last Words of Christ"
1st Word Roy Stauffer "Father forgive them, for they know not what they do." Luke 23:34 2 Word Tallu Quinn "Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise." Luke 23:43 3rd Word Justin Gung "Woman, behold your son!" "Behold your mother!" John 19:26-27
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4th Word Farrell Mason "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" Matthew 27:46 5th Word Thom Schuyler "I thirst!" John 19:28 6th Word Trey Flowers "It is finished." John 19:30 7th Word Clay Stauffer "Father into thy hands I commit my spirit!" Luke 23:46

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What's Church All About? by Rev. Clay Stauffer, Senior Minister

For too many years now, the church has been far too focused on getting "members" and not focused enough on making "disciples." Jesus said, "Go and make disciples of all nations" not "church members of all nations." Don't get me wrong, church membership is important and we practice our discipleship as part of a local congregation. But when it's all said and done, we are called to be "disciples of Jesus Christ." Recently, I came across an article by Anthony Robinson on the Alban Institute website that articulates this subject beautifully. It is titled "This Thing called Church: What Is It Really?" (http://www.alban.org/conversation.aspx?id=2098). Robinson makes a strong case: The point is not membership. The church does not have clients, members, or consumers of goods and services. The point is discipleship. The church exists to form and sustain individuals and a people who are followers of Jesus Christ, who are his disciples. Rather than buying into a consumer model of the church, where the customer is king and the church simply meets customers' needs, the church does more; the church redefines our true needs. The church transforms people according to the life and pattern revealed by God in Jesus Christ. It unites them with others who are committed to this way of life. To put this another way: what's the point of being a member of a church if you are not growing in your faith, growing in your spiritual life, and becoming more like Christ each and every day? One of the reasons I love the name of our denomination, the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), is that it reminds us of exactly what we are called to be - disciples of Jesus Christ in the twenty-first century. We are called to take the teachings and commandments of Jesus seriously. It has always been true that people join churches for many different reasons. These reasons might include good preaching, vibrant youth or children's programs, good music, opportunities for outreach, pressure from a spouse, the birth of a child, societal expectations, to be seen on Sunday, you name it. And while each of these things might get somebody in the door and even on the roles, the goal moving forward should be the same: to become a committed disciple of Jesus Christ. Robinson talks about what can happen when a culture of membership rather than discipleship dominates: A culture of membership, partly shaped by the ethos of consumerism, turns the church into a provider of goods
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and services dubbed religious or spiritual. Moreover, it is "our church" or "my church," not "God's church." A person, couple, or family may go to such a church to have a wedding or funeral, to participate in a small group for personal growth, or to receive inspiration for their work week. Nothing is wrong with any of this, except that it stops short of a full realization of the nature of the church as the people of God or the Body of Christ or the creation of the Spirit or all three. The church in such a model remains something we go to in order to take or receive from. It may meet our needs and thrive or disappoint them and lose our interest or engagement. But the church in this model has missed what may be our most fundamental human need, and that is to lose and to forget ourselves in commitment and relationship to that which is greater than self and self-interest. We have now entered Holy Week, the time when we remember the final days of Jesus' life and ministry. There is perhaps no better week of the year to remember that we are called to be "disciples" of Jesus. We will gather on Thursday night in Drowota Hall at 5:30 p.m. for a dinner and a Maundy Thursday service and then again on Friday in the sanctuary at 5:30 p.m. to hear the Seven Last Words of Christ. Don't miss these opportunities to grow closer to Christ in your own life. Remember, while church membership is important and does matter, what really matters is whether we are following the one who entered Jerusalem on a donkey, broke bread in the Upper Room, died on a cross, and who calls us to be his disciples by spreading his love to a hurting world. Blessings,

Woodmont Christian Church 3601 Hillsboro Road Nashville, TN 37215 Visit our Webpage: www.woodmontchristian.org

(615) 297-8563 fax: (615) 297-9319 email: wcc@woodmontcc.org Kim Adair, Editor Copyright 2013

What Makes it Such a "Holy" Week? by Rev. Trey Flowers, Minister of Children & "The Bridge"
When we think about all of the terrible things that happened to Jesus during this sacred week so long ago betrayal, arrest, torture, mocking, and death, to name a few it can be difficult to understand what makes this week so holy. It's the same question that children often ask: "why is it called Good Friday if it was the day Jesus died?" The reason this is a Holy Week (and the reason it is a "Good" Friday) is that through the sacrifice of our Lord and Savior we become closer to the love of God than ever before. The challenge, though, is that it's really only as holy of a week as we make it. As Clay noted last Sunday, it is so tempting and so easy to skip from the exuberant joy of Palm Sunday to the brilliant hope of Easter. Palm Sunday has long been one of my favorite Sundays of the year from the smiles of the children as they wave their palm branches high into the air to the joyful strings and brass that grace our worship services who wouldn't love a Sunday dedicated to shouting "Hosanna" to our savior? Easter is perhaps the only day more hopeful and more exciting from the bright colors of new suits and dresses to the packed out pews of our high holy day who wouldn't love a Sunday dedicated to God's love overcoming death? What happens in between, however, lays a foundation that makes our journey with God most complete. Only when we understand the deep suffering that Christ went through for us can we understand how glorious his overcoming that suffering was. Only when we understand how agonizing his death was can we truly appreciate how magnificent his defeat over death was. These are painful pieces of the story, but they paint a picture of a Lord who loves us so much that He was willing to die for us. Set aside time each day this week to understand and appreciate the story that is unfolding. Woodmont offers so many opportunities during Holy Week to connect with God through worship and to connect with each other through fellowship. Hopefully you can join us for some of these opportunities, or if not you can commit to reading a part of the story from the Bible each day (conveniently broken down by day above, thanks to Roy Stauffer and his never-ending knowledge of the Bible). However you choose to connect with God over these 7 days, let us all make this a Holy Week together!

Holy Week Timeline from Scripture

Palm Sunday Mark 11:7-9 Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a donkey Holy Monday John 12:1-11 Jesus comes to Bethany and is anointed with oil Holy Tuesday John 13:36 Jesus tells Peter "Where I am going, you cannot follow now, but you will follow later." "Spy" Wednesday Luke 22:3-6 Judas begins to spy on Jesus for 30 pieces of silver Maundy Thursday Matthew 26:26 Jesus has the Last Supper with his disciples Good Friday Luke 23:32-34 Jesus is crucified on the cross Easter Sunday Mark 16 Jesus is resurrected after 3 days

Celebration by Carla Schooler, Minister of Jr. High Youth

On Good Friday of 2012 I heard a another act of Roman capital punishment. Good Friday question that still sparks my thoughts to this without Easter Sunday is merely the death of a prophet. But this question of the celebration of violence vs. power has day. become deeper and more personal to me. Do you celebrate the violence of the cross or do you Do I celebrate the violence? Do I focus on the celebrate the power of the resurrection? condemnation that was hailed at Jesus during his sentencing? I have thought about this numerous times throughout the Am I living a life that shouts hatred and injustice to the world year and I believe that during Holy Week this question must around me? Am I the voice that says you must be punished be revisited. The cross without the resurrection is simply for the mistakes of this world? Do I hurl unfounded
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A tradition at Woodmont is decorating the cross (next to the sanctuary) on Easter morning with fresh flowers. Remember to bring your flowers on Easter morning!

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accusations at my neighbor? Have I become a person that will stand idly by and watch the innocent beaten and abused? Will I accept the obvious evils and murderous attitudes because I am willing to simply ride the wave of public opinion?

my neighbor? Have I become the person that will actively fight for those who can no longer fight for themselves? Will I be an advocate for the injustice of this world in the face of public opinion?

I remember the pain and violence of the cross. But this The violent cross is not the end of the story. Resurrection week, I will celebrate the power of grace, mercy and power came. resurrection. Do I celebrate the power? Do I focus on the spaces that are filled with the light of grace? Am I living in a way that shouts What will you celebrate? forgiveness to the world around me? Am I the voice that ~Carla speaks mercy to the corrupt? Do I hurl a message of love at

WCC YOUTH
Youth This Week
(March 25-31)

Adult

Education

Wednesday Night - March 27

**No Classes will meet. Normal Wednesday night programming will resume on April 3rd.**

Holy Week
There are no programs offered Wednesday this week. Maundy Thursday, March 28 5:30 p.m. 5-Star Dinner followed by Last Supper reenactment in Drowota Hall Good Friday, March 29 5:30 p.m. Worship Service in Sanctuary "The Seven Last Words of Christ" Easter Sunday, March 31 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. JUBILATION 11:15 a.m. Chi Rho & CYF Sunday school Noon Dismissal NO FURTHER CYF ACTIVITIES TODAY Mark Your Calendars April 5-7: Chi Rho Spring Retreat at Bethany Hills May 5: Youth Sunday & Senior Banquet Summer Church Camp Schedule June 2-8: CYF June 30-July 6: Eighter's July 21-27: Chi Rho

Sunday School - March 31 - Easter Sunday

9:30 a.m. Disciples Class (105) "Ready for the Resurrection" - Led by Roy Stauffer Challenge Class (200) "Acts of the Apostles" - Led by Bob Herrick Young Adult Class (Boardroom) "Easter and Prediction Sunday!" - 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 of the Spiritual Journeys Class (The Bay) (Open to Men Also) Led by Anne Alexander Stauffer Reflections Class (200) "Free to Die, Free to Live" - Led by Roy Stauffer Points of View (105) "The Jewish Jesus" - Led by Ralph Parsons and Doug King College & University-Aged Young Adults (107) Meeting this Sunday Only - Led by Allen McDonald (see page 5 for more details)

Join us for a Special 5-Star Dinner on Maundy Thursday!

Dinner will be at 5:30 p.m. followed by a live reenactment of "The Last Supper" in Drowota Hall
*5-Star Dinner has been moved to Thursday - during Holy Week only*

Menu
Savory Roasted Chicken Herbed Rice Orange Glazed Carrots Mediterranean Salad Fresh Apple Cake with Caramel Icing Pizza for the kids

Congratulations New Andrew Club Members!

Rachael Aull Jacquie Mayton Beth Easter The Nashville Food Project Heidi Eckert Ian Navarro Gloria Houghland Mary Overstreet Cathy Speers Johnson Kay Quinn Pete Kyne Anne Stauffer Sheila Mathias

Want to become a member of Woodmont's Andrew Club? Bring a friend or family member to Woodmont and get them involved in our programs/ministry. When they join our congregation, you become an Andrew Club member and your name goes on the board in the Narthex! Growing Disciples of Christ...
College & University-Aged Young Adults Sunday School Class - March 31 On Easter Sunday, a Sunday School class for college and university-aged young adults will be held in room 107 at 11:00 a.m. The class room is located directly underneath the sanctuary. Whether you are currently enrolled in college or not, please plan on attending and invite your friends. The class will focus on relevant, current topics and how these may challenge our Christian faith. For further information, please contact Allen McDonald at allen@bsmproperties.com or at 615-957-0501.

Easter Sunday Shuttle - March 31

Woodmont will have additional parking at The Boy Scouts of America (on Hillsboro Road, across from the church) this Sunday, March 31. Make plans to come early and ride the round-trip shuttle beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Urban Ministries
We're pleased to announce a new initiative we're calling Urban Ministries which are alliances with several organizations in town that provide critical services to populations in poverty and high risk situations. The idea is to provide additional ways for our congregation to get involved in ways such as tutoring, mentoring, help with theatre projects, behind the scenes activities, etc. Opportunities will be available for individuals and groups both with one-time and ongoing activities. Please visit the church website (www.woodmontchristian.org); look under the Mission Outreach tab; select Urban Ministries to find out more and see a listing of the organizations, as well as, what they do. There is an opportunity presently for 2 volunteers at Martha O'Bryan Center: "Our Youth Development program is in need of 2 volunteers to serve from 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., Monday-Thursday at their afterschool program. Volunteers will tutor, and provide homework help and enrichment to mostly elementary-age children. 1 volunteer may serve both elementary and middle school students. These volunteers will need to commit to beginning April 1 and serving through late May." If this strikes a chord with anybody please contact Tom Patten at tom.patten@comcast.net and he can help get you involved! Please direct any additional questions or ideas to Tom as well. CWF General Meeting Tuesday, April 2nd at 11:00 a.m. in Room 105
Join us for guest speaker and Woodmont member, Margie Williams Quin. Margie will speak on "Human Sex Trafficking: A Tennessee Problem." Lunch will be served following the meeting in Drowota Hall.

CWF Circle 5 Meeting Monday, April 1st at 6:00 p.m. in Room 105

Remember to make your reservation. If you have not been contacted by a Circle caller by Friday, March 29th, call the church office at 297-8563. CWF Board will meet at 10:00 a.m. in Room 107

5-Star Dinner Wednesday Night 5:35 p.m. in Drowota Hall

Menu - April 3 Hearty Chicken Pot Pie Seasoned Black Eyed Peas Seasoned Green Beans
Spinach Salad

New Wednesday Night Class Beginning April 3

A new Yoga class will begin on Wednesday, April 3, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The class will be held in the 5-year-old classroom (Room 135) in the Kids Commons area. Childcare will be provided through JYF and the nursery. Wear comfortable clothing. Bring a mat and a blanket or beach towel. Any questions, please contact Cindy Walker at cindy.h.walker@gmail.com. About the Instructor: Katie Noss began her practice of Yoga ten years ago, following the birth of her twin daughters. It was during her first Yoga class with Karen Renner, a knowledgeable and inspiring teacher, that she became hooked. Intrigued by the vast physical possibilities of this ancient art/science while simultaneously appreciating the inner spiritual awareness a yoga practice fosters, she pursued her teaching certification. In 2007 she gradated from The Yoga School in Nashville and began teaching public classes as well as private sessions. Katie believes that yoga is for everyone, and whether young or old, in shape or out, new or returning to yoga, there is a spot for your mat in her yoga class.

Coconut Sour Cream Cake Chocolate Cake with Fluffy Peanut Butter Frosting Pizza for the kids Reservations should be made through the Sunday
"connection card," by calling the church office (297-8563), emailing the church office at sspivy@woodmontcc.org. or thru the website at: www.woodmontchristian.org. The deadline is Monday by noon. Price structure: Adults $8, Children 4 years old thru 5th grade $4 and family cap $28.

Announcing our First Friday Lecture Series

Woodmont Christian Church and Pine Grove Behavioral Health are partnering to offer our community a First Friday Lecture Series. Due to your association with WCC, you may attend as our guest, at no charge. Topic: When: Where: "Burnout and Stress: Symptoms, Causes and Prevention" presented by: Issac Boose, M.Ed., LPC-S, LMFT, CAADC April 5, 2013 Time: 9:00 a.m. till 12:30 p.m. (breakfast included) Woodmont Christian Church, Room 200 Cost: Free to Woodmont Members (3 CE's for professionals)

Purpose: This presentation will identify causes that contribute to burnout and stress in healthcare workers as well as present coping techniques to promote the overall health and wellbeing of healthcare workers. Click here for registration and more information or log onto www.pinegrovetreatment.com and click on the Events tab. NO charge for this event, select pay by check and we will comp your attendance. Questions or register by phone: mfurlong@forrestgeneral.com or call Monnie Furlong at 601-543-5898. Please contact me! I'm available to talk confidentially about any issues or questions about addictions or treatment.

Celebrate H.O.P.E (Hunger, Orphans, Poverty, Education)

On Friday, April 19, 2013, from 6:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m., at the Disciples of Christ Historical Society, 1101 19th Avenue South, we are having a fundraiser to offer scholarships to individuals who wish to participate in a 10 day trip to offer hope to the people of Swaziland with Heart for Africa. Heart for Africa is a Christian nonprofit 501(c)3 public 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. The evening will include a silent auction and outstanding musical entertainment by Andra Moran and friends. Although we have received some wonderful auction items we are still looking for additional items. If you would like to donate something, a gift basket, jewelry or a service please let us know. Cost for this event is $25 per person. Reservations must be made in advance. For reservations or to learn more about this event, contact Park Owen at 2102367 or Mary Welsh Owen at 5980770/mwowen@brookdaleliving.com. To learn more about this amazing ministry go to http://www.heartforafrica.org.

April 2013
1 Barbara Sullivan 2 Bonnie Farrar Tate Rich Rachael Tanner-Smith Bradley Church 3 Stuart Brent Amy Shaffer Faye Tevebaugh Suzanne Smothers 4 Walter White, III Pam Zimmerman Grace Richardson Johnson 5 Katy Quinn Charles Cornelius 6 Joy Haught Ginger May Gene Regen Frank Phinizy Charley Hankla Karl Hackenbrack Seth Norman Tom Woodard James Hester Scott Gupton Charlie Webb 7 Sue Ann Moore Emily Duncan Becca Gossett 8 Ray Dickerson Montgomery Cate Hamburg Laura Stover Fitzgerald

9 Steve Stroup Lin Folk Kathy Gibson Ellen Thomas Sherrie Moseley Jackson Gupton Madison Gupton Lucy Kate Holley Hollie Gray 10 Will Johnston Jim Alexander Scott Toncray 11 Dottie Hetzel David Montgomery Phillip Montgomery 12 Paul Rising 13 Marcus Crider Lissa McHugh Harvey White Waller McMillin Bert Hensley 14 Mike Fuller Julie Howell John Hartley Levon Hill Henley Hill Rosemary Weldon 15 Cole Diamond 16 Mary Hartong Overstreet Janice Ward 17 Jennifer Chewning Jim Phillips 18 Gayle Hughes Mary Kiger Jordan Stauffer Stephen Quinn Dylan Gray 19 Joe Zoretic Nick Coppola

20 Brian Williams Charlotte Taylor Donahoe Laura Dovan Owen Underwood Cassidy Thomas 21 Judy Wilson Roland Reed Susan Murphy Grace French Sandi Wolverton 22 John McHugh Lauren Coppola Kimber Rockey 23 Kathryn Hasty Jim Dickson Henry Smith Andrew Jackson Patrick Williams Nick Forlidas 24 Sara Farrar Mike George David Maloney 25 Martha Hobby Rebekah Larson Kate Duplessis 26 John Patten Daniel Patten Greg Cashion 27 Clay Close Camille Hudson Gray Griffin Eliza Paisley 28 Wilson Wattenbarger Frank Russell Drowota Gayle Cherry 29 Robbie Quinn Addison Virginia Hartle 30 Leah Allen

----------- FOUND ----------Pierced earring in/around the Gathering Hall on Sunday, March 24 may be valuable. If you have the matchgive us a call (297-8563)!

Mission Trip to Morgan Scott

Mark your calendars for May 17-19 to help work on the Homeless Shelter in Scott County. Lodging is provided. For more details, please email Sara Anne Quinn at saraanne.thomas@gmail.com.

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).

Woodmont Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, March 30 - 10:30 a.m.

No JYF Kids Club this Wednesday, March 27th. All Wednesday night activities will resume on April 3rd.

Join us for this beloved tradition as children of all ages are invited to collect Easter Eggs, meet the Easter Bunny, play on the bouncy houses, do a service project for the Ronald McDonald House, and have a pizza party! All you need to bring is your child and a basket to collect eggs.

Happy Birthday To:

3/30 - Hannah Walker 4/2 - Aaron Pitts

Woodmont's Cherub Choir The Cherub Choir (3 yrs old - Kindergarten) will be singing on Sunday, April 7th, at the 9:30 a.m. service in the Offertory slot. It is the Sunday after Easter and we hope all children will be able to participate!

THIS WEEK AT WCC:

Thursday, March 28th 5:30 p.m. - Special 5-Star Dinner followed by Maundy Thursday Service Friday, March 29th 5:30 p.m. - Good Friday Service Saturday, March 30th 10:30 a.m. - Easter Egg Hunt Sunday, March 31st EASTER SUNDAY 9:30 a.m. - Children's Moment 9:30 a.m. - *Special Bridge Service* 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School 11:00 a.m. - Children's Church

Sunday School Lessons & Volunteers March 31st

ChristQuest Frogs (4 Yrs) Empty Tomb Biscuits Jesus dies and God Makes him alive again Stars (2 Yrs) Easter Kim Sheridan Claire Drowota Joy & Gloria Jackson Porter Meadors Monkeys (5 Yrs/K) Jesus dies and Pandas (3 Yrs) Easter God Makes him alive again Sarah Drury Becky Griffith Laurie Cooper Children's Church Kaitlyn Asher Christy Brown 11:00 4th/5th Grade Class A New Life Ronda Hirst Donuts/Coffee Still Needed

Bulletin Board
Opportunities at Woodmont
Wednesday, March 27 6:15 a.m. Men's Small Group (107) 7:00 a.m. Men's Bible Study (105) Younger Men's Bible Study (BR) Thursday, March 28 Library Workday 10:00 a.m. Sit & Stitch Group (GH) 5:30 p.m. Special 5-Star Dinner followed by the Maundy Thursday Service (DH) 7:00 p.m. Restore Classes (200, BR & Youth Rooms) Friday, March 29 5:30 p.m. Good Friday Service (Sanctuary) Saturday, March 30 10:30 a.m. Church Easter Egg Hunt (East Lawn) Sunday, March 31 Easter Sunday 7:00 a.m. Sunrise Service (Outdoor Chapel) 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 a.m. *Special Bridge Service (DH)* Monday, April 1 4:00 p.m. Small Group for Men (BR) 6:00 p.m. CWF Circle 5 (105) 7:00 p.m. WCC Board Meeting (BR) Tuesday, April 2 9:00 a.m. Women's Prayer Group (CS) 9:45 a.m. Women's Bible Study (100) 10:00 a.m. CWF Board Meeting (107) 11:00 a.m. CWF General Meeting (105/DH) 6:00 p.m. Handbell Practice (234) 6:30 p.m. Young Adults (Off-Campus) **5-Star Dinner has been moved to Thursday - during Holy Week only. Normal Wednesday night programming will resume on April 3rd.**

Elders Prayer Corner

The Elders Request that the congregation join them in prayer for: Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing. ~Mother Teresa The celebration of Holy Week and Easter For the Maundy Thursday service, Good Friday service and four Easter Services The Disciples Class, who are preparing for Baptism and church membership Our shut-in members who are unable to attend worship All our new members who bring their gifts to Woodmont Prayer, Presence and Peace

PRAYERS FOR OUR CHURCH FAMILY

IN THE HOSPITAL: Ron Stuve, friend of Karen & David Conrad NEW CONCERNS: Betty Brent Stacy Fletcher, daughter of Marcella & Jack Derryberry CONTINUING CONCERNS: Bette Jefcoat Gary Thompson Lady Bird John Galloway LuAnn Brent Amy Alexander Elaine Markland Beverly Small Emily Duncan Jeannette Miller Peggy Johnson Yot Williams, Woodcrest at Blakeford Hale Hooper, Richland Place Patty Hickerson, niece of Barbara Sullivan Ann Bailey, aunt of Cynthia Arnholt Milo Brown, nephew of Ben Harper Madeline Murphy, daughter of Mike & Susan Murphy CONGRATUALTIONS TO: Jeremy & Suzannah Watson on the birth of their daughter, Brooklyn, on Friday, March 22. Proud grandparents are Doug & Terri King. MILITARY PRAYER LIST: Dave Albritton, nephew of Dave & Pat Malone Graham Heilig, brother of Kirsten Lowe Cody Bender, husband of Ashley Wilson Bender; son-in-law of Steve & Judy Wilson Clay Perry, son of Tim & Diane Perry Dan King & wife, Ashley King, brother and sister-in-law of Stephen Daniel King THOSE SERVING ABROAD: Jesse Garrison, Peace Corp in Armenia
*Please Note: Continuing Care Concerns will now only be listed for up to one month. If you wish to have a continuing concern remain on the list after one month, please renew your request each month by calling the church office.*

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Have information about someone in the hospital or with another ministry need? Please notify the church office during the week (297-8563) and Let Us Know.

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DEACON SCHEDULE
March 31, 2013
Communion Prep: Service Coordinator: Video Camera: Milly Moore 9:30 - Robert Howell 11:00 - Nick Small 9:30 - Nicole Clayton 11:00 - TBA 11:00 a.m. Rich Sanderson Mart Sesler Don Mitchell Katie Johnson Brittany Pride Monte Good Denise Sesler Teri Diamond
Bridge @ 9:30 a.m.

ELDERS SERVING SUNDAY

March 31, 2013

WORSHIP SERVICES: March 31, 2013 - Easter Sunday

7:00 a.m. Sunrise Service at the Outdoor Chapel 9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m Services in the Sanctuary 9:30 a.m. *Special Bridge Service in Drowota Hall* Rev. Clay Stauffer, preaching Lenten Sermon Series: "Parables of Jesus" from the Gospel of Luke Sermon Title: "Expect the Unexpected!" Scripture: Luke 24:1-12; I Corinthians 15:12-19

Weekly Prayer Partner Bethel Christian Church, Jonesborough, TN

9:30 a.m. Marcella Derryberry Jack Derryberry Kasey Clymer Mark Clymer Scott Holley Liz Holley L.A. Galyon Martha Galyon

9:30 a.m. Woody Powers and Chip Phinizy 11:00 a.m. Gene Regen and John Gibson Bridge @ 9:30 a.m. Bryan Sargent

Rich Sanderson Adam Sloan Glenn Kiger Mary Kiger

WOODMONT CHRISTIAN CHURCH STAFF

Rev. Clay Stauffer, Senior Minister Farrell Mason, Minister of Family Life & Pastoral Care Dr. C. Roy Stauffer, Minister of Church Life Rev. Justin 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 Sarah Huffman, Accompanist Stasia Spivy, Receptionist Andra Moran & Stephen Daniel King, Creative Directors for "The Bridge" Mary Clare Pyron, Parish Nurse Linda Whitson, Staff Administrator Beverly Honeycutt, Housekeeping Shirley Taylor, Housekeeping Ginny Tharp, Director of Preschool Kim Adair, Administrative Assistant Steven Austin, Housekeeping Sam Marsh, Property Manager - Housekeeping Supv.