Church directory PICTURE DAY

SUNDAY!

WOODMONT CHRISTIAN CHURCH OCTOBER 24, 2017

CHILD DEDICATIONS

Carlos Knowles Ryerson,

son of Alex and Polly Ryerson
October 22, 2017

Willard Anson Moore,

son of Will and Jeanne-Anne
October 22, 2017

New Members!

Sarah and Jeremy Garner Stefanie and Blake Carter David and Ginger Wedemeyer
Not pictured: Daughter Hennen with Sutton and Eleanor with Caroline
October 22, 2017 October 22, 2017 October 15, 2017
Woodmont Christian Church 615.297.8563 www.woodmontchristian.org 3601 Hillsboro Pike Nashville, Tennessee 37215
 Walk Thru Bethlehem Special Needs OUR MIS SION:
Have you ever wanted to have your own business or market? Would you Growing disciples of Christ by seeking God,
like to be a part of something special, wondrous and inspiring? If so, then sharing love, and serving others
please consider helping us out with taking ownership of a Bethlehem
market place shop. The shops are listed below that we need help with.
Shops may be done by an individual or a group of people. Be sure and
see the responsibilities of a shop keeper below. Contact Paul Hardin for OUR CORE VA LUES:
more information at gpaulhardinjr@gmail.com or Welcoming
(615) 641-2287 (leave message if no answer). Outstanding Worship
Census Takers Outreach
Different Traditions
Food Service/Tasting Mission & Ministry
(Ronda Hirst has moved to Atlanta and will come to town to decorate/ On The Move
set up this shop one last time to be able to help someone learn about Nurturing
this shop)
Transforming
Olive Press
Pottery Shop WOODMONTS MINISTERIAL STAFF
Dr. Clay Stauffer, Senior Minister
Dr. C. Roy Stauffer Minister of Adult Education & Church Life
Shop Keepers Responsibilities: Rev. Justin Gung Minister of Children & Congregational Care
1) Setup and decorate their shop Rev. Chris Cox Minister of Youth & Their Families
2) Be available immediately after WTB (approx. 7:15 PM) to undecorate Dr. Donovan McAbee Minister of Spiritual Formation
and pack up their shop Farrell Mason Minister of Family Life & Pastoral Care
3) Submit the form for requested items for next year to Pam Hardin
WOODMONTS PROGRAM STAFF
Thom Schuyler Young Adults, Missions & Outreach Director
Katie Sheridan-Gossage Assistant Youth Ministry Director
Abby McLean Childrens Ministry Director
Michael Graham Music Ministry Director
Andra Moran Creative Director, The Bridge
Stephen Daniel King Worship Leader, The Bridge

WOODMONTS SUPPORT STAFF

Chris Beck Business Administrator
Mandy Barton Brown Executive Assistant
Martha Duff Preschool Director
Sam Marsh Property & Facilities Manager
Jan Anderson Administrative Assistant
Anne-Marie Farmer Small Groups & Connections Director
Matt Diffenderfer Communications Director

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Woodmont Christian Church

3601 Hillsboro Road
Nashville, Tennessee 37215
615.297.8563

www.woodmontchristian.org
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 Resentment, Gratitude, and Gaining Perspective
by Clay Stauffer .
On Sunday, we focused on spiritual growth and formation and we talked about Five Basic
Spiritual Moves that all of us should try to make. First, from fear to love. Second, from
sorrow to joy. Third, from turmoil to peace. Fourth, from coldness to kindness. And fifth,
from resentment to gratitude. Nouwen describes spiritual formation this way: Spiritual
formation prepares us for a life in which we move away from our fears, compulsions,
resentments, and sorrows, to serve with joy and courage in the world, even when this leads
us to places we would rather not go. He says, Spiritual formation helps us to see the face of
God in the midst of a hardened world and in our own heart. I want to focus on the fifth move,
from resentment to gratitude because all human beings have to deal with resentment and anger.
Resentment makes spiritual formation very difficult. Resentment is closely tied to anger and envy but it usually
revolves around an unhealthy preoccupation with something that has taken place in the past. Henri Nouwen
defines resentment this way: Resentment is a passion, a paralyzing set of complaints that makes us feel angry
and frustrated with the people and institutions on which we have made ourselves dependent. And although
resentment is less frightening and less visible than the violent outbursts of anger, it is no less destructive. Every
single one of us experiences resentment on some level because its a part of being human. There is a lot of pain,
envy, heartache, fear, inequality, and hurt in this world. Its hard to explain why some people suffer more than
their fair share but pain and struggle is directly tied to the human condition. We cannot escape it. According
to Nouwen, there is only one solution to dealing with resentment and that is gratitude, being thankful for the
blessings we do have. In a world where everybody wants more, more, more, gratitude is becoming less common
and very necessary. Nouwen makes these distinctions between resentment and gratitude: Resentment blocks
action; gratitude lets us move forward toward new possibilities. Resentment makes us cling to negative feelings;
gratitude allows us to let go. Resentment makes us prisoners of our passions. Gratitude helps us to transcend our
compulsions to follow our vocation. Resentment exhausts us by complicated jealousies and ambiguities, stirring
up destructive desires for revenge. Gratitude takes our fatigue away and gives us new vitality and enthusiasm.
Resentment entangles us in endless distractions, pulling us down to banal preoccupations. Gratitude anchors
our deepest self beyond this world and allows us to be involved without losing ourselves. (Nouwen Spiritual
Formation) Simply stated, resentment is unhealthy. Resentment eats us up on the inside. Resentment keeps us
from being at peace.
We are now entering the season of thanksgiving which is a time for all of us to intentionally practice gratitude.
Perhaps the greatest downside of our materialistic culture is that we are so focused on what we dont have that
we dont take the time to be grateful for what we do have. We can resent the fact that others have more and
we feel like we deserve more. But perhaps its our perspective that needs to change. A story is told about a
wealthy father who once took his privileged son for a trip to the country to show him how a poorer family lived.
They spent a few days and nights on the farm of a poor family. On the ride home, he asked his son what he had
learned about how poor people lived. The son responded: I saw that we have one dog and they had four. We
have a pool that reaches to the middle of our garden and they have a creek that has no end. We have imported
lanterns in our garden and they have the stars at night. Our patio reaches to the front yard and they have the
whole horizon. We have a small piece of land to live on and they have fields that go beyond our sight. We have
servants who serve us, but they serve others. We buy our food, but they grow theirs. We have walls around our
property to protect us, they have friends to protect them. The boys father was speechless. Then the son quickly
added, Thanks Dad for showing me how poor we are.

NEXT MONTH
JOHN GEER
Vanderbilt Professor of Public
Policy & Education

Following the Thanksgiving dinner

RA Dickey spoke at Woodmont at
the Faith Family Medical breakfast
on October 18.
Wednesday Nov. 15th , Political Scientist Dr.
John Geer of Vanderbilt will give a special
lecture in Rm 105 at 6:30 PM on the current
political landscape in the United States
The Gospelaires will be performing Sunday, one year into the Trump Administration.
October 29 in the 9:30 AM service Should be fascinating !
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 What Shall This Man Do?
by Thom Schuyler
Following Jesus resurrection, He encountered
His disciples on the shore of The Sea of
Tiberias. After several conversations Peter
seemed intent on knowing what each of his
fellow disciples were going to do with their
lives following Jesus departure. Turning toward
John, Peter asked Jesus, What will this man do?
We have each wondered - often more than once - what we will do
with our lives. How do we determine our real gifts and talents; how
are they best engaged for the betterment of others and for our
own fulfillment; am I doing what God prepared me to do?
I know someone that I believe found definitive answers to these
questions and I wish to share a few thoughts about my dear friend
and former Woodmont member, Don Schlitz.
On Wednesday, November 8th Don will be inducted into the
Country Music Hall of Fame - an honor bestowed upon very few
songwriters. Don is already a member of the Nashville Songwriters
Hall as well as the National Songwriters Hall. And now this - a
recognition unquestionably deserved. Here are some facts from
the CMAs press release:
Don Schlitz is among the most influential and beloved songwriters in the
history of Country Music. His chart-topping songs among them The
Gambler, On the Other Hand, Forever and Ever, Amen, He Thinks
Hell Keep Her, The Greatest, and When You Say Nothing At All are
touchstones and inspirations that continue to influence songwriters and
singers decades after they were written. His 50 Top 10 singles performed
by iconic acts Mary Chapin Carpenter, Alison Krauss, Nitty Gritty Dirt
Band, Kenny Rogers, The Judds, Randy Travis, Tanya Tucker, Keith Whitley,
and many others include 24 No. 1 Country hits. He has won three CMA
Song of the Year Awards, two Grammy Awards, and four consecutive
ASCAP Country Songwriter of the Year trophies (1988-91).
The Gambler - with its iconic musical phrase: Youve got to
know when to hold em, know when to fold em was the first song
Don had recorded. That was a good sign that he was on the right
track. Ironically, there was a significant period of time before he
had another song recorded. Following that second recording his
focus and dedication to his craft created one of the most notable
repertoire of songs in the history of country music and beyond.
Ive never been one to place undue value on songs and the way
they can impact our lives. Then again, they do have meaning in our
lives. I suspect each of us has our favorites that lift us up, tap into
lovely memories, bring a tear, help us recall a special moment or
simply cause us to turn up the radio and sing like a maniac driving
down the highway. And Don wrote many of them.
I have had the great pleasure of Dons companionship for 40 years.
We raised our children together, lived as close neighbors, traveled,
shared countless meals, performed and, yes, even wrote some
songs together. Of the many poignant things I have heard Don say,
let me leave you with this. When leaving Durham, NC to move to
Nashville many years ago the last thing he heard his father say was,
Dont forget to write. We have all benefited from that advice!
Way to go, Old Pal! xo - Thom
The Nashville Food Project autumn leaf drive is back.
We welcome your bagged leaves to be dropped off behind
the TNFP office or at our Wedgwood Urban Garden located
at 613 Wedgewood Ave. Pine needles are also welcome. We
love the re-useable paper bags available at hardware stores
this time of year, but plastic bags are fine too. Your bagged
leaves should have no woody debris, prunings or trash.

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 Spiritual Writing Retreat at Woodmont is November 4
Woodmont is hosting a Spiritual Writing Retreat on Saturday, November 4th from
5 to 9 PM, led by one of todays most accomplished spiritual writers, Robert Benson.
Critically acclaimed in publications as diverse as The New York Times, USA Today,
Publishers and Weekly, Benson is recognized for his lyrical, gentle, humorous writing
and his quiet, humble insight into living contemplatively and prayerfully in the
modern world.
Benson has published more than twenty books ranging from books on prayer and
liturgy and spirituality and vocation, to travel and gardening and baseball and the
Rule of St. Benedict. His books include Between the Dreaming and the Coming True,
Living Prayer, In Constant Prayer, That We May Perfectly Love Thee, Dancing on the Head
Author and speaker Robert Benson of a Pen, and his most recent work Punching Holes in the Dark.
Dinner from Panera and childcare will be included. While there is no cost to attend, please register, so we
can have an accurate headcount for dinner and childcare.

Register for Woodmonts Spiritual Writing Retreat at woodmontchristian.org/signup

TRUnk or treat is sunday!

if you plan to park your car and hand out
candy, please arrive no later than 3:40 PM!

October 16th-31st Birthdays:

Miles Pratt 10/28 Eleanor Dieckhaus 10/25
Helen Steele 10/21 George Sloan 10/18
Piper Pride 10/25 Hutch Brown 10/28
Walker Dovan 10/16 Jack Van Dyke 10/20
Rose Mason 10/25 Cutler Smith 10/28
Barrett Keane 10/19 Ann Hayden Holt 10/28
Ansley Rudolph 10/23

October Memory Verse:

Is anything too difficult for the Lord? When I
return to you about this time next year, Sarah
will have a son. - Genesis 18:14

Room In The Inn starts in 10 days!

Room In The Inn starts November 3rd and we currently have LOTS of empty slots. Each winter, Room in The
Inn partners with more than 195 congregations to provide emergency shelter in houses of worship throughout
Middle Tennessee. Woodmont will partner with RITI again this winter to host in South Hall every Friday night till
Saturday morning from 11/03/2017 to 03/30/2018, 4:30 PM - 8:00 AM, to feed and shelter up to twelve men for the
night. We also do emergency nights when possible when the temperature drops below freezing.
How You Can Help: Volunteer to be an overnight host (couples welcome), drive the church bus to pick up and
deliver, help to cook, serve and/or provide food including dinner, breakfast and sack lunches.
Sign up on Woodmonts website. Go to woodmontchristian.org and look for the Ministries menu item. From
there, click on Room In The Inn and then look for the light blue Sign Up button on the bottom of the Room
In The Inn page. If too difficult or you have questions, email Deb LaForge at divegirldj@yahoo.com or call
615.496.8183.
NEW FROM ANNE!
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 Small Groups for Women
by Anne-Marie Farmer
This month I want to spotlight small groups at Woodmont that
provide connection, community, and service opportunities for
women. Dont worry fellas, Ill highlight mens groups soon! These
groups offer something for all ages and interests, and I hope youll
check them out and see if they are right for you.
If youve got a child age 3 or under, check out the Baby Bunch!
This new group meets Monday mornings at 10 am in Room 134
(the Puppies Sunday School room.) Mothers and kids spend time
together playing, sharing stories, and building friendships.
The Tuesday morning Womens Bible Study delves into scripture and
topical studies in a supportive community for women. Currently,
the group is studying Present Over Perfect, by Shauna Niequist.
This group meets at 9:30 am on the first and third Tuesdays of each
month, in room 200.
Join the Womens Prayer Group each Tuesday at 9 am in the Campbell
Stone Room. These women gather to fellowship and lift up those of
our church and community in need of prayer.
There is a womens only dinner group that meets regularly in each
others homes to build friendship and community. If you enjoy tasty
food and good company, and are looking for a dinner group not
focused on couples, this is for you.
The Christian Womens Fellowship is our largest network of groups
for women. CWF is composed of small groups of women that meet
monthly, focused on service and friendship. Daytime and evening
meetings available.
If you have questions about any of these groups or are interested in
starting a new small group, please contact me! Id love to help you
get introduced to one of these fantastic groups of women, or help
you get your vision for a new group launched.
I can be reached at annemarie@woodmontcc.org or 615-403-4385.
Get ready to open your hearts and choose an
angel from our tree!
We have adopted families at Fannie Battle Day Home who need
sponsors wanting to share their Christmas Spirit & Gods Love.
Jesus said Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done truly
unto one of the least of these my brethern, ye have done truly
unto me. - Matthew 2:40
Next Weeks Calendar
Sunday, October 29
REALM CHURCH DIRECTORY PICTURE DAY
9 AM to 12:30 PM
8:15 a.m. Seekers Bible Study, Room 105
9:30 a.m. Worship in the Sanctuary, Sun. School
Martin Child Dedication
9:45 a.m. Worship at The Bridge, Drowota Hall
10:45 a.m. Life in the Balance class, Room 100
11:00 a.m. Bridge Brunch, Drowota Hall
11:00 a.m. Worship in the Sanctuary, Sun. School
4:00 p.m. Trunk or Treat, Parking Lot
5:00 p.m. Jubilation Youth Choir, Youth Wing
5:45 p.m. Youth Group, Youth Wing
Monday, October 30
10:00 a.m. The Baby Bunch, Puppies Room
3:30 p.m. Geezers Mens Bible Study, Boardroom
Tuesday, October 31
7:00 a.m. Centering Prayer Group, Room 100
9:00 a.m. Womens Prayer Group, Campbell-Stone
6:00 p.m. Handbells Rehearsal, Choir Room
Wednesday, November 1
6:15 a.m. Mens Small Group, Room 100
7:00 a.m. Original Mens Bible Study, Room 105
7:00 a.m. Younger Mens Bible Study, Boardroom
5:30 p.m. Grace Notes practice, Kids Commons
5:45 p.m. Wednesday Fellowship Dinner, D.H.
MAIN ENTREE:
Oven Baked Pork Chops
Mash Potatoes with gravy
Candied Greens
Breads
VEGETARIAN OPTION:
Grilled Rosemary Tofu & Roasted Carrots
KIDS:
Pulled Pork Sliders
6:15 p.m. DivorceCare, The Bay Room
6:30 p.m. Holy Yoga, Room 200
6:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room
6:30 p.m. Conversations on Racial Justice week 3 with
Alexis Waggoner & April Gung, Room 100
6:30 p.m. More Than A Fig Leaf: A Theology of Grace
week 4 with Rubel Shelly, Room 105
Saturday, November 4
5:00 p.m. Spiritual Writing Retreat with Robert
Benson, the Boardroom
 In November, CWF will
welcome Jade Forlidas
story of how Coptic
Christians are faring in
Nashville.

Coptic means Egyptian, and

ELDERS & DEACONS SERVING
9:30 AM - Informal Sanctuary Worship
Service Coordinator - David Todd
Weclome Center - Mike Jobe
So. Entrance Greeter/Offering - Tom Woodard So. Entrance Usher/Offering - Marty Jordan
Greeter/Offering - Paul Steele
Greeter/Offering - Todd Bowman
Greeter/Offering - Randy Drinnon
Usher/Cleanup - Lindi Jobe
Usher/Cleanup - Clark Rollins
Usher/Cleanup - Laura Stephan
Usher/Cleanup - Pam Groom
Bread - David Reynolds
Cup - Robin Heyne
9:45 AM - The Bridge Worship
Service Coordinator - Jeff Kinman
Greet/Serve/Clean Up - Chip Hooper
Greet/Serve/Clean Up - Sara Kate Hooper
Greet/Serve/Clean Up - Sabrina Kronk
Greet/So Entrance/Serve - Erik Milam
Bread/Cup: Mary Welsh Owen
BY YOUR PRESENCE AND YOUR GIFTS:
SUNDAY
DATE: SCHOOL:
OCTOBER 1 391
OCTOBER 8 381
OCTOBER 15 424
OCTOBER 22 389
11 AM - Traditional Sanctuary Worship
Service Coordinator - Becca Robinson
Welcome Center - Mike Robinson
Greeter/Offering - Aaron Durbin
Greeter/Offering - April Gung
Greeter/Offering - Jeff Cobble
Usher/Cleanup - Terrell McWhirter
Usher/Cleanup - Maryanne McWhirter
Usher/Cleanup - Lockwood Barr
Cleanup/Flowers - Denise Sesler
Bread - Pam Richardson
Cup - John Hobby
Communion Preparation: Margaret Organ
Hospital: John Hobby
TOTAL
ATTENDANCE: OPERATING:
840 $68,404
817 $31,688
781 $18,283
870 $41,017
Christians living in Egypt are
called Coptic Christians. They have
suffered persecution and death for
their faith in Christ, since founding
in Alexandria around AD 42. Today
there is an active settlement in
Nashville and since many arrived in
this country with few possessions
and little support, this group of
Christians is supported by our
church. CWF will meet on Tuesday,
November 7 at 11 am followed
by lunch. Please make your lunch
reservations by Friday, November 3.
PRAYERS FOR OUR
CHURCH FAMILY:
NEW CONCERNS:
Pete Peters, Jill Fullers father
Susan Creagh, Ceci Billingtons mother,
Todd Bowmans mother
IN THE HOSPITAL:
Gary Jones, Pam Grooms father
CONTINUING CONCERNS:
Willie Bandy, Woodcrest
Brent Bowers mother in El Paso, TX
Ben and Gayle Cherry
John DeVoe, Elisa Clarks father
Mary Gaston
Stephanie Gerding, Nicole Herndons sister,
Seattle, WA
Susan Hammonds-White.
Charley Hankla, Back Surgery (at home)
Nancy Hooper
Gloria Jackson
Mary Keith
Maggie Kunkel
Renee Lewis
JoAnn Patterson
Vicki Phillips
Christine Reed
Tammy Regen, daughter in law of Gene &
Elizabeth Regen, Knoxville, TN
Tate Rich (Sr)
Al Richardson, Belmont Village
Robbie Richardson, Woodcrest
Wilbur Sensing
Mike Shipp
Beverly Small
Pam Zimmermans mother, Winchester

WOODMONTS ELDERS ASK

YOU TO PRAY FOR:
Those recovering from the Vegas shooting.
Those still in desperate need in Puerto Rico
from the hurricane.
Those from our congregation preparing to
visit Guatemala.
Wildfires in California and those who are
fighting it.
The Youth as they attempt to raise money for
their projects by selling pumpkins.
Those who are preparing to go Morgan Scott
on the 26th of Oct.
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