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December 29, 2015

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Seeking God,Sharing Love,

andServing Others.

NEW Areas ofFocus for 2016

• Mission andOutreach

• Disciple's DNA

• Relationships

In This Edition

Articles:Roy Stauffer, pg 2Trey Flowers, pg 2

Andra Moran, pg 3Classes/News, pg 4

WCC Kids/Youth, pg 7Cares & Upholding OurChurch, back cover

Happy New Year!



During this week in betweenChristmas and New Year’s is a greattime to “ponder” your lie (Luke 2:19).Who are you really? What is your lieall about? Where did you come rom?And where might you be going?

Although most people don’t seemto make “New Year’s resolutions” any

more, we still think about changeswe want and/or need to make in ourlives. What are your goals in lie? What is your ultimatepurpose? Are you becoming a better person day by day,or something else? Are you living your lie to the ullest(John 10:10), and what does that even mean?

In thinking about your lie in 2016 and beyond, I haveone suggestion and challenge or you. What role doesprayer play in your lie? Really play? Do you believe inthe power o prayer, or do you honestly question it? Asone great theologian said, “Prayer is either the primaryact, or the worst delusion.”

I you wonder about prayer, i you have questions about

prayer, and/or i you want to enhance your prayer lie (ordevelop a prayer lie), I invite you to participate in a classI will be leading during Lent on the Understanding andPractice o Prayer. It will begin on Wednesday night,February 17th and run or at least five Wednesday nightsuntil the week beore Holy Week. I participants wouldlike, we will continue afer Easter and even start a weeklyprayer time together.

Te class will begin by sharing our earliest memoriesand experiences o prayer. We will share how we have

understood prayer and how to go about it. We will talabout different methods and approaches to prayer. Wwill get into some more contemporary understandingo prayer, as well as age-old practices. We will talabout praying the Scriptures, Labyrinth Prayer, 12-StePraying, the Serenity Prayer, Contemplative Prayer anCentering Prayer.

During the course o the class we will deal wit

some o the questions people ask about prayer: Can yochange God’s mind through prayer? Why pray i Goalready knows what you want beore you pray (Matthew6:8)? What does it mean to “pray without ceasing” Tessalonians 5:17)? Does God answer all prayers?

Every class session will end with a 5-10 minute timo learning how to relax, be still, breathe, meditate, anopen yoursel to the presence and will o God. We’ocus on letting God speak to you, rather than just youspeaking to God.

Troughout my ministry I have had countless peopsay to me, “I would really like to know the Bible,” but thenever come to Bible Studies. I’ve also had many peop

talk with me about their attempts at a prayer lie, efforand ailures Again, I wonder i they will take advantago this class. Will you?

I can’t think o a better New Year’s resolution ocommitment than to make 2016 a Year o Prayer. Whado you think? I guess I’ll find out when the class beginFebruary 17th.

Happy New Year!Roy

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2016 – A Year of Prayer by Roy Stauffer

It’s hard to believe another yearhas already come and gone! 2015has been a year o so many ups anddowns, but afer watching the newson any given night it seems like anexceptionally dark and earul time.In the shadow o terrorism, anothercycle o political bickering, and anincreasingly polarized society, thereare a lot o tough hurdles aheado our nation. In our own church

community, so many have lost riends and loved ones during

the Advent season and many more suffer rom depression,addiction, and crippling amily situations. Indeed, these –or many – are difficult days. As Tomas Payne once wrote,"Tese are the times that try men's souls."

But it is also times like these in which the greatestmiracles take place (Dr. King: “only when it is darkenough can you see the stars” ). It was a time like ours inwhich an angel appeared to a young woman with goodnews o great joy. It was a time not altogether different –ull o uncertainty and political unrest – in which threewise men “took a different way home” afer they hadbeen in the presence o a child who would change theirlives – and the entire world. Trough all times and in

all places, that light continues to shine in the darknesthat hope continues to live on. Christian community about looking or the stars in the midst o darkness about ollowing the pillars o cloud by day and the pillaro fire by night.

For most o us though, when ear sets in it effectivelclouds everything else (just watch the evening newor V commercials to see how many use ear to scarus into watching!). In this chaotic landscape, it is atoo easy to all into the unrelenting temptation to livour lives in ear. Yet – at the dawn o yet another neyear – we are called as Christians to come together an

proclaim that God’s hope always trumps our own eaAs we set new year’s resolutions, let us more importantlsummon our courageous “passion or the possible.” Awe reset our calendars, let us also rest our mindsets. Awe begin a new year, let us also declare a new beginning

Can we, as a ree society and a community rooted ithe love o Christ or all people, venture through 201without orsaking our values and our unshakable spiro hope? Perhaps it is an impossibly tall order. Burecall the reaction o a young woman upon finding oushe would give birth to our savior: “For nothing will bimpossible with God.” Let us begin anew!

- rey

New Beginnings for a New Year by Trey Flowers



Being 30 weeks pregnanton the week o Christmashas been quite an interestingexperience. For me andStephen, the entire pathto parenthood has beencircuitous and challenging.It took us a long to time to getpregnant, and then it tookquite a while longer to staypregnant. Now that we're inthe third trimester, we havegotten plenty o advice—and warnings!—rom many

people in our lives. Apparently, being a parent is not orthe aint o heart, and it will change you orever. Okay,we got it, we think. We are bracing ourselves with theunderstanding that we don't even ully comprehendexactly what it is we are bracing or.

So many times this season I have ound mysel thinkingo Mary and Joseph. What a marvelous, mysterious

thing it must've been to be ront and center to a miracle!I've been mesmerized by Mary's Magnificat , her aith-filled song o openness, amazement and joy to beingchosen to give birth to Jesus! I imagine, though, thatthere were days when Mary elt a little less than joyul.Maybe these were the days where her eet were swollenand her back hurt. Maybe she worried that she hadn't eltthat baby move much that afernoon. Maybe there weremoments she elt bothered that her body was a little tooround to quickly accomplish tasks that had previouslybeen routine, and she elt annoyed to have to slow down.I can imagine that there were days where Mary elt alittle needy, kind o like I do.

I don't like the days where I eel needy. It's no un tobe vulnerable—to have to ask or help and support; toadmit to not being able to do it all or have it all together.

God must understand that rustration. Afer all, Godchose to show up on earth with us as a tiny, helpless

newborn baby, making us eel like we have somethingto offer, giving us a chance to love him. Emmanuel, Godwith us. God who receives the first round o humanadoration rom a very young unwed mother, an along-or-the-ride ather who secured a stable as a reasonableplace to stay the night, and a rag tag bunch o shepherdsand curious kings.

God must know how hard it is to receive help romsomeone who has all the answers, who has the wholething figured out. Te world does not value vulnerability,yet, the most valuable gif we Christians ever receive isoffered to us at Christmas, wrapped in swaddling clothesand total tenderness, lying in a manger, vulnerable.

Until now, the version o Jesus that has resonated mostwith me is the teaching, healing Jesus. Tat grown upJesus was antastic! He knew just what to say and howto say it. He accomplished great things, and made adifference in the lives o all who he encountered. BabyJesus had a ar different approach in how he connectedwith people: coos, cries and cuddles coincide with hishumble entrance to the world. Maybe he let himsel need

us so that we could let down our guard and trust in beingable to need him.One o the biggest gifs I have received this year is

a new understanding o what it means to need (andreceive) help. I would certainly rather offer help tosomeone else than admit to needing it mysel—but BabyJesus is teaching me how powerul it is to let myselreceive help and care. Each time I have let down myguard and admitted a need this year, there has been ariend, church member or amily member at the ready.What a gif to have such a caring community o supportand encouragement, and what a gif it is to get to knowJesus better! It is my hope that this Christmas, we are all

drawn a little nearer to Christ. - Andra

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by Andra Moran

Candlelight ServicesChristmas Eve

at Woodmont



1 John Ramsey Sally Hendrick Chris Miller-McLemoreBen Brady Eva Schmitt

2 Cynthia ArnholtRebecca Short

3 Jean Ramsey Suzanna Dever

4 Bob Herrick Bill uckerHannah Johnson, Jr.Mary Ellen Clayton

5 Michelle Kim

6 Sarah Perry

7 Emily Webb

8 Greg WalkerAlice ArnemannMatt Miller-McLemoreCaroline Buck

10 Jessica Hardin

yler SinksGreg Guilfoy

11 Pam HardinAmy WrightHarrison Mason

Eric Koestner

12 Lillian HartlePark MeadorsJohnTomas Jackson

Graham BaconDrew Reynolds

13 Garrison Walker

Bill BowersBette ChristofersenMassey Pack Darden CopelandKirke Martin

14 Madison Jones

15 Georgann RisingLillian DouglasMolly Bugg

16 John CrawfordAnn GriffinJ. R. Hand

18 Pat NicholsR. W. Groomammy KingOscar BellEvans Anderson

19 Liam Anderson

20 John Reeder

Elizabeth DrakeMatt Bacon

21 Beth SowellJackie May Sandy SmithEmma Cate Gasaway aylor Glascock

Sue Montgomery 22 Jim Hendrick John CollinsDonna JoynerDavid Rumsey Joey SmithStella Malnofski

23 Julia AllenB. Gail ReeseMarcie Anderson

25 Sallye Galloway Michele Robinson

26 Moulton FarrarJohn Henderson

Richie WhiteElizabeth Piercy B. James Lowry Linda FlowersQuinn Jenkins

27 Malcolm BairdDavid ReynoldsSean JohnsonLaura Reynolds

28 Bob Faricy Lowell StokesWendall Holder

William Steeleyler Dimit

29 rudy Carpenteressa WilliamsMaurice PinsonHale HooperCaroline DinkerMelissa PotterAndrea McIntyreMargie Martin

30 Bryan SargentCathy WilliamsKathy DavisMartha Galyon

Madison HaileAnna Patton MayesSophie Bugg

31 erry Cheek Kasey Smith

Happy January Birthdays!

NEW Class or 2016: "Right, Lef, Christian" - Last Few Spots Open!Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. in the Boardroom led by Clay Stauffer beginning January 20thSome Christians are Democrats. Some Christians are Republicans. Some Christians are Liberals.Some are Conservatives. As we prepare or an eventul presidential election year, we can allacknowledge that polarization is a growing issue in our culture. Clay Stauffer will lead a five weekseries beginning January 20, 2016, ocusing on issues related to aith and politics. Te series willinclude presentations and discussions.

Reserve your spot by emailing Sara: [email protected] or by calling 615-297-8563

Selected Readings From:Te Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided OverReligion and Politics (Jonathan Haidt)Hijacked: Moving Beyond the Partisan Church Divide (Slaughter, Gutenson)Seeing Gray In A World of Black and White (AdamHamilton)Preaching Politics: Proclaiming Jesus in an Age of MonePower, and Partisanship (Clay Stauffer), Chalice Press

Schedule o Wednesdays - January and February Jan. 20 Faith, Politics, Polarization & the Need or

Respectul DialogueJan. 27 Te Formation o Liberals & ConservativesFeb. 3 Te Politics o JesusFeb. 10 Ash Wednesday Service (no class)Feb. 17 Hot Issues: Abortion, Same Sex Marriage, Death

Penalty, etc..Feb. 24 Room or All at the able – Disciples DNA

Clay Stauffer's New Book, Available in March, 2016

Preaching Politics: Proclaiming Jesus in An Age of Money, Power, and PartisanshipReligion, politics, and money. Tree things you’re never supposed to discuss ipolite company. But what i you’re a pastor? Forget red state/blue state divisionwhat happens when your church members disagree about politics? In this age prosperity preaching, how do you preach, “You cannot serve God and moneyClay Stauffer addresses the challenges that preachers ace when serving a politicaldiverse congregation in Preaching Politics.

Money, materialism, and their effects on modern-day aith and spirituality a viewed through the teachings o Jesus, as well as the works o Methodist pastoAdam Hamilton and Duke ethicist Stanley Hauerwas.

Visit http://bit.ly/bookbyclay (Chalice Press) for informaitonincluding book ordering details and formats.

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Sunday School Classes

9:30 a.m.Disciples Class in Room 105 led by Roy StaufferTis is a lecture and discussion class ocused on the Scriptures and how they speak to our lives today. Tis classis led by Roy Stauffer, who has nearly 40 years o experience in ministry and theology.

Challenge Class in Room 200 led by Bob Herrick Tis class discusses contemporary issues rom a Christian perspective using a variety o ormats.

Young Adult Sunday School in the Boardroom led by Dr. Rob Quinn. Note: start time is 9:45 a.m.Tis is a one-hour class ocused on the Bible attended by many young adults between the ages o 26 to 35. Tis

class offers an open orum or in-depth reading and discussion o scripture.Spiritual Journeys or Women in the Bay Room - Beginning January 10 - "welve Steps or Us All" led byAnne Alexander Stauffer. Te miraculous lie-transorming power o these teachings never cease to amaze me.Tey are a practical design or a new lie in Christ. Spiritual Journeys or Women is privileged to again offer thisseries or the New Year!

11:00 a.m.Reflections Class in Room 200 led by Roy StaufferTe Reflections Class is a Bible-and issue-based class that thrives on discussion and group participation. Withlively conversation, participants explore important questions o the Christian aith.

Spiritual Journeys Class (2nd Hour co-ed) in Te Bay Room led by Anne Alexander StaufferA coed confidential group dedicated to sharing its "experience, strength, and hope" based upon the twelve steps

o lie in Christ and spiritual principles or more abundant living. Participants find the class a sae and uplifingway to build community and process lie’s challenges in a solution-oriented ormat.

Pathways Class in the Boardroom led by Laura Dovan and Christy BrownTroughout the year we will watch video lessons and host speakers who share their insight and perspective on thechallenges acing the modern Christian amily including marriage, prayer, and growing our aith.

Points o View Class in Room 105 led by Ralph ParsonsTis is a discussion class composed o people interested in examining and refining their own belies. We lookat current cultural issues rom a Christian perspective and value everyone’s opinion. With a different topic eachweek, our objective is not to change opinions but to clariy our own.

College/University Aged Young Adults in Room 107 led by Tom SchuylerTis is a one-hour class ocused on the Bible attended by many young adults between the ages o 19 to 25. Tisclass offers an open orum or in-depth reading and discussion o scripture.

New 13 Week DivorceCare Series BeginsWednesday, January 13th, 2016

led by Anne Stauffer and Janet Wall in Te Bay Room

Most people will tell you that separation and divorce are the mostpainul and stressul experiences they’ve ever aced. It’s a conusingtime when you eel isolated and have lots o questions about issuesyou’ve never aced beore. You don’t have to go through it alone.DivorceCare meets weekly to help you ace these challenges and movetoward rebuilding your lie. Each session has two distinct elements:

1) During the first 30–40 minutes o the meeting, we watch a video seminar eaturing top experts on divorce

and recovery subjects. Tese videos are produced in an interesting-to-watch television magazine ormateaturing expert interviews, real-lie case studies and on-location video.

2) Afer viewing the video, participants spend time as a support group, discussing what was presented in thatweek’s video seminar and what is going on in the lives o group members.

Most people quickly eel comortable and accepted in their DivorceCare group. Tey discover that there areothers, who have the same kind o eelings they do and who understand the hurt and pain they are goingthrough. Please come have a look and encourage those going through this painul lie change to join us in theBay Room (lower level o Woodmont next to the kitchen) beginning Wednesday January 13th, 2016 at 6:15 p.m.

Tis is a time or you to transorm, and we are here to help. Tere is a $20 registration ee or the entire series and scholarships are available. We also offer childcare beginning January 20th. Be sure to visit http://bit.ly/divorcecare2016.

Divorced? Separated? We Can Help.

http://bit.ly/divorcecare2016








Leadership Nominations Being Accepted Trough January 31st, 2016For as in one body we have many members, and not all the members have the same function, so we, who are

many, are one body in Christ, and individually we are members one of another. Romans 12:4-5

Woodmont believes strongly in the ministry o lay people. Annually, the congregation is asked to nominate ellowchurch members to serve in lay leadership positions. Tis year we are accepting nominations or the ollowingleadership positions: Chair Elect (1), Board Members at Large (3), Elders (6), and Deacons (30). We ask you to taketime in prayer and consider ellow members o Woodmont or these leadership positions who:

Who live lives guided by our mission "Growing Disciples of Christ by Seeking God, Sharing Love, and Serving Others."Suggest and lead opportunities for spiritual growth of the congregation.

Act as both leaders and servants in almost every area of church life.Your nominations will go to the Nominating Committee - a group o nine individuals previously appointed byWoodmont's Board o Directors who are Elders or Deacons, and/or Woodmont members that demonstrate exceptionalinterest and engagement in church lie.

2016 Nominating Committee Members

Mary Welsh Owen (Chair) - [email protected]

Te Nominating Committee has a very challenging task ahead.

Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers, there are always more candidates than available positions.You may place your nominations using the confidential online orm by visiting http://bit.ly/wccnominees (onlymembers o the Nominating Committee have access to the submissions) or by emailing a Committee member. I youhave questions about the responsibilities o a specific leadership role, please contact a Committee member. Whennominating someone, please include why you recommend them or the leadership position.

Tank you or your thoughtul consideration and nomination(s)

Marcus Crider - [email protected] Kiger - [email protected]

Jonathan Farmer - [email protected] Clymer - [email protected]

Gene Regen - [email protected] Sargent - [email protected]

Alison Beuschen - [email protected] Craword - [email protected]

CWF General Meeting uesday, January 5Did you know that our very own Jason and Li

Pitts have established an organization that provideeducational and public health assistance to a smarural village in Ghana? It is called InternationPartners in Rural Development.

Please join CWF at our next General Meeting awe learn about the extraordinary work they are doinrom establishing a student scholarship programto constructing a public lavatory to providing rehealth screenings.

We meet uesdaJanuary 5th, at 11:0a.m. in Room 10Lunch to ollow iDrowota Hall at 12:0p.m., and is $8 pperson. Please RSVthrough your Circor by calling thchurch office at 615

297-8563. Child care will be provided. Visitors arwelcome! Te CWF Board will meet at 10:00 a.m. iRoom 100.

Tank You rom Walk Tru Bethlehem!Tank you to all who gave their time and talents to help makeWalk Tru Bethlehem 2015 a success. We are blessed to beable to provide such a wonderul event to the community.We appreciate those who provided meals and snacks, andwho were shopkeepers. We want to offer a special thanks to:

Te Mulch Company Seth Norman & the Drug Court

Sonic (Hal evebaugh & John Collins) Littles Critter and Mobile Barnyard

Smart Scapes, LLC Boy Scout roop #92 Little’s Fish Market

Family of Charlie Brinkley Rabbi Ken Gibbs and Family

Woodmont Christian Church Choir Woodmont Christian Church CWF Circle Groups

Woodmont Christian Church EldersWoodmont Christian Church Staff

Woodmont Christian Church 5th grade Disciples ClassWalk Tru Bethlehem Volunteers

We look orward to seeing what Walk Tru Bethlehem 2016has in store and the wonderul volunteers who are eager toserve. Have a HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Te WB Leaders

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THIS MONTH IN CHRISTQUEST:The Scripture Passage: Matthew 4:1-11The Story: "The Temptation of Christ"The Big Idea: Jesus was tempted just like we are, yetHe remained without sin. He understands completelywhen we're tempted, and we can turn to Him and tothe Bible for help.

The Memory Verse: Jesus answered, "It is written:Man does not live on bread alone, but on every wordthat comes from the mouth of God." (Matthew 4:4)

UPCOMING DATES:January 10 - Superhero Sunday & Power BreakfastJanuary 15 - Mission Night at "Room in the Inn"February 3 & 7 - "Passing It On: How to Nurture YourChild's Faith" with Kara Lassen Oliver February 6 - Father-Daughter* DanceMarch 26 - Easter Egg Hunt

April 3 - Baptism Sunday*This event is for fathers and daughters of all shapes,sizes, and ages - for fathers and daughters: who are in

the children's ministry, who are all grown up, who aregrandfathers, and those who are father-gures. Join us!

ANNOUNCEMENT:Woodmont Kids Wednesday nights will resumemeeting on January 20th. Join us for dinner, gamesand activities, and Bible Study! This month, we willnish our current art and learning series on "LoveIs…" If you can't make it to dinner beforehand, meetMiss Maddi and Mr. Justin in Drowota Hall at 6:30 p.m.for programming.

JUAY

BIRHDYS:Stella Corey - 1/05Percy Mason - 1/11

John Thomas Jackson - 1/12Lilli Douglas - 1/15

Liam Anderson - 1/18Evans Anderson - 1/19

Isaac Castellanos - 1/19Lee Queener - 1/19Rye Steele - 1/28

Maddy Stewart - 1/28 Allen Lyles - 1/29

Tessa Williams - 1/29Sophie Bugg - 1/30

SAVE THE DATES As we look ahead to 2016, here are some dates to ink into your summ

calendar!

GUATEMALA 2016 CYF Summer Mission Trip June 18-24, 201Attention all CYF Youth and Parents! Please save the follow

date for an INITIAL INFORMATION/INTEREST MEETING

GUAT TRIP 2016 - January 17, 2016 at 12pm in the Yo

Lounge!

How much will it cost? - Final pricing will depend upon airline availabwhich will be conrmed in early January. As a frame of reference,Guatemala trip of 2014 cost each student $875, after a $350 sub

from the Pumpkin Patch fund. Additional scholarship money is availupon request.

Anyone interested in participating in the Guatemala trip should plaattend this meeting. If unable to attend, please contact Trey or Katie

BETHANY HILLS CAMPS CYF June 5-11, 2016 • 8er's July 3-9, 2016 • Chi-Rho July 10-15, 2

Happy new year! first youth group sunday evening

gathering is January 10th!

go preds! pics from our

lock-inat the preds game

= fun times!

#wccyouthsmiles



By Our Presence and Our Gifs Deacons Serving January 3, 2016 Elders Serving January 3, 2

Date Sun. School otal Atd. Operating Communion Prep:David odd

Service Coordinator:9:30 - David odd • 11:00 - Open

Video Camera:9:30 - Open • 11:00 - Jim Hester

9:30 a.m.Faye evebaugh

andFran Stewart

11:00 a.m.Emmie Tomas

andDonovan McAbee

Hospital - Pat Malone

5:15 p.m.Mark Drury

December 6 366 897 $72,554

December 13 WB 1309 $78,521

December 20 335 892 $126,111

December 27 213 621 $29,473

Worship Services - January 3, 2016

Morning Worship • 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Dr. Clay Stauffer, Preaching

Sermon: "Tis I Believe"Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Te Bridge Worship5:15 p.m. in Drowota Hall

rey Flowers, PreachingSermon: "Blessings or a New Year" Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27

Sunday, January 38:00 a.m. Elder Board Meeting, Boardroom9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Worship Services, Sanctuary 5:15 p.m. Te Bridge Worship, Drowota HallMonday, January 44:00 p.m. "Geezers" Men's Group, Boardroom6:00 p.m. Boy Scouts, Drowota Hall

Circle 5 Meeting, Rm 105uesday, January 59:00 a.m. Women’s Prayer Group, Campbell-Stone6:00 p.m. Handbell PracticeWednesday, January 66:15 a.m. Men's Small Group, Room 1007:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study, Room 1056:30 p.m. Choir Practice

Leadership Woodmont, Room 107Stephen Ministry

Tursday, January 7Library Workday

Prayers or Our Church Family In the HospitalClare Anne Carpenter (Bill’s mother), VanderbiltFaith Cartelli, St. Tomas WestNew ConcernsGeorge ShreevesContinuing ConcernsMartha HobbyBrad Gioa, Headmaster of MBAJane Dyer

Mary Webb, grandmother of Martha GalyonJohn Devoe, father of Elisa ClarkRobert BruceBeverly McQueeney, mother of Deb LaForgePenny StellingMilitary Lt. Ryan Whitson, son of Linda Whitson - Middle-East oby Logsdon, friend of John & Sallye Galloway -Middle-EasCongratulationso Dr. Mark and Mrs. Kasey Clymer on the birth of theirson Harris William Clymer born December 23rd. Motherand baby are doing great!Sympathy oFather, Maurice W. Pinson (Billie Jean), sister Leigh (RobbieSinks; and brother, Bill (Audra) on the death of Jeff PinsonDecember 24. Visitation is this Wednesday from 11am -1pm in the Gathering Hall with a service following. Jane Longhurst and family on the death of her son BruceRainey on December 27. Julia Reynolds and family on the death of her father JamesReynolds on December 25.Give TanksDave Albritton is home from deployment!

Next Week’s Calendar

Dr. C. Roy Stauffer, Minister of Adult Education & Church LifeRev. Justin Gung, Minister of Children & Congregational Care

Farrell Mason, Minister of Family Life & Pastoral CareAndra Moran & Stephen Daniel King, Creative Directors, "The Bridge"

Rev. Trey Flowers, Minister of Youth & "The Bridge"Michael Graham, Director of Music Ministry

Thom Schuyler, Director of College, Young Adults, Missions & OutreachMary Clare Pyron, Parish Nurse & Small Group Coordinator

Dr. Clay Stauffer, Senior Minister

Sara deBettencourt, Communications Director • Martha Duff, Director of Preschool • Mandy Barton Brown, Executive AssistantMaddison Grigsby, Children’s Ministry Coordinator • Katie Sheridan Gossage, Assistant Youth Ministry Director • Chris Beck, Finance Manager

Sam Marsh, Property & Housekeeping Manager • Stephen Austin, Housekeeping • Shirley Taylor, Housekeeping

Staff Serving Woodmont

Woodmont's Elders Invite You to Join Tem in Prayer or:Te new classes beginning in January.Our ministers as they continue to lead us.All those who are victims o storms and floods.Tose traveling during the holidays.

9:30 a.m.Billy Craword

im Perry Jerry JohnsonShane DouglasHope Walker

Heather DouglasJoel Hymith

Laura Stephan

11:00 a.m.Ray Dickerson

Sandy DickersonPatricia aylor

Darden CopelandOpen

Jenny HolderStuart Lackey

Jennier Lackey

5:15 p.m.Sara Kate Hooperami Buchanan

Kristen NewmanChristy Brown

Please Note:Te office will close at noon on December 31st. Te

office and building are closed January 1st, 2016.Happy New Year!

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