June 10, 2015 • Volume 30, No. 11

Pentecost, which wecelebrated so glor iously onKirkin’ Sunday, is that day inthe church year when wemark the coming of the HolySpir it. Some call it “thebirthday of the Church.” Butthe notion of God as Spirit ishardly confined to one day inthe year or to one event in theBiblical narrative. So Pentecostis not only a Sunday but also a

whole season. Indeed, Pentecost, where we focus on thepresence and power of the Holy Spirit, the third personof the Trinity, is the longest season the Christian year.This is fitting, for I have always loved the Br itishtheologian who said, “The Holy Spirit is God in thepresent tense.” Jesus himself in John’s Gospel says, “God isspirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spiritand in truth.” This notion of God as Holy Spirit comes tous throughout the Bible with many suggestive imagesand metaphors.

First, and earliest, in Genesis 1:2, we are told “Theearth was without form and void, and darkness was uponthe face of the deep; and the Spirit of God was movingover the face of the waters.” The word for Spirit inHebrew is the richly suggestive word RUACH. It meanswind, or breath, or spirit, but in this first ever appearance,the Spirit that moves over the face of the waters is God’sSpirit, as such, the Holy Spirit. It is a creative, orderingSpirit. God the Spirit is often depicted as wind, or asbreath, which means life. Hence, the Nicene Creedaffirms, “We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, thegiver of life.” God the Spirit comes to us as wind and isever associated with breath, or life.

A second picture of the Holy Spirit is offered atPentecost. The Spirit comes “like the rush of a mightywind,” and “there appeared to them tongues as of fire.”

Tongues of fire have ever since been associated with Godthe Holy Spirit. Red is the liturgical color associatedwith the Day of Pentecost, and the fire speaks of passionand ardor, of enthusiasm and power. The Spirit comes aslife, but it also comes as passion. Indeed, passion for Godis one of the great marks of the Holy Spirit. Discipleswho were frightened and cowering behind locked doorsbefore the Day of Pentecost “turned the world upsidedown” on the other side of the Holy Spirit’s powerfuloutpouring. Three thousand souls were baptized on theDay of Pentecost, and ever since, when the Spirit comes,it comes with fire, with passion and power.

A third image offered in the Bible for the Holy Spiritis the dove. When Jesus was baptized in the River Jordanby John, Mark tells us that the heavens were “rippedopen” with “the Spirit descending upon Jesus like adove.” The dove is a symbol of peace. Wherever the HolySpirit descends upon the Church, God comes bearingand bringing peace. Indeed, when Paul would speak ofthe fruit of the Spirit, he would say it is “love, joy, peace,patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control,” all traits that are dove-like. Jesus said elsewhereto his followers, “Be wise as serpents, be harmless asdoves.” The Holy Spirit brings peace, it unites God’speople in love, and it sends them forth to share the GoodNews of God’s love for the whole human family.

Wind. Fire. Dove. Breath of life. Passion and power.Peace and fellowship. These are both the Biblical imagesthat suggest God’s Spirit and the activities that the Spiritinspires. I love the prayer that Fred Pratt Green offers in ahymn he wrote in 1970:

“Only the Spirit’s power, Can fit us for this hour:Come, Holy Spirit, come! Instruct, inspire, unite, Andhelp us see Your light: Come Holy Spirit, come!”

With Love and Prayers,

My Dear Friends,

Todd JonesPastor

The Mission of First Presbyterian Church, NashvilleTo know Christ, to make Him known and to exhibit His love

through worship, education and service.

SympathyThe First Presbyterian Church family extends

prayers and sympathy to the following during theirtime of loss.

Larry & Felicia Gates on the death of Larry’s sister-in-law,Miriam Hoyle Gates, who died on May 18.

Dr. Rose Payne on the death of her husband,Anthony Wesley Hall, who died on May 21. Sympathy toWesley, Ian & Sam Hall.

If any member of the church desires the Christian support of aStephen Minister, contact Sandra Randleman (615-298-9502).

The Sacrament of BaptismIn the presence of family, the congregation of

First Presbyterian Church and God, the followingpersons claimed God’s covenant promise throu ghthe Sacrament of Baptism.

Amy & Scott Montgomery presented their daughter,Madeleine Scott Montgomery, for baptism on May 31.Assisting Elder was Michael Baron.

Katherine & James Pitman presented their son,David James Pitman, for baptism on May 31. AssistingElder was Kathy Jones.

CongratulationsThe First Presbyterian Church family

congratulates the following people during theirnew birth.

Ian & Emily Byram welcome a son,Samuel Emmerson Byram, who was bornon May 15.

Mimi & Nathaniel Beaver welcome a daughter,Elizabeth Lee Beaver, who was born on June 1.Congratulations to grandparents, John & Ellen Mayo.

Missing in Service? Let’s Reach OutHave you missed seeing someone who often sat near you

in the pew or once regularly attended your Sunday Schoolclass? Please let us know! We want to reach out and see ifwe can be of assistance in any way. Please contact Sandra(615-298-9502 or srandleman@fpcnashville.org). Thankyou for your help!

SUNDAYJUNE 14, 2015

Sermon“Kingdom Eyes”

Scripture ReadingsI Samuel 15:34-16:13

Mark 4:26-34

Todd JonesPastor

Don’t forget to buy your tickets at discountedprices THIS Sunday in Courtenay Hall.Adults: $10, Children (ages 2-12): $8

Look for this buttoninside this newsletter tonominate someone forOfficer, Class of 2018.

FPC’s Newest Members:The Confirmation Class of 2015

Lawson Cole Allen, Trevor William Andrews, Benjamin John Atchley, Carter Vaughan Ayers, Francis Marion Bass IV,Geneva May Bass, William James Bostelman, Harris Stansell Brim, John Grafton Brittle III, William Anderson Brownie,

Dora Elizabeth Carney, Katherine Campbell Carrero, Claire Margaret Cherry, William Northington Clark III,Emma Katharine Cloud, Anne Caroline Collignon, Grace Hill Collignon, Millicent Dair Collignon, McKenzie Nicole Cooper,Clayton Douglas Crews, Margaret Anne Dobbs, Kiki Fisher, Greydon Douglas Franck, Vanessa Frigon, Andrew Patrick Garrett,Casey Catherine Gooden, Bella Elizabeth Hackett, David Colyer Haddock, Zak Edward Herbstreit, Riley Kathryn Jorgenson,Kathleen Elizabeth Kerr, Hannah Elizabeth King, Thomas Mackenzie Lee, Madeline Hart McGrew, Connor Walker Medley,

Sydney Elizabeth Merrill, Emory Louise Moore, Liliana Claire Morrison, Sydney Gardner Neal, Emily Grace Neely,Daryn O’Donnell, John David Owen V, Elise Kathryn Presnell, Lillian Beck Przybylinski, Sloan Renee Rogers,

Lacy Elizabeth Sheppard, Mary Grace Smith, Stanford Dawson Thombs, DeWitt Clinton Thompson VI, Ellis VirginiaThompson, Benjamin Payne Vest, Virginia Adeline Wall, Patrick Douglas Wilk, Ava Claire Williams, Emily Claire Wood

Officer Recommendation for Class of 2018I wish to endorse _________________________________________ as a candidatefor: ❑ Elder ❑ Deacon to the Nominating Committee of the church. The deadlinefor recommending nominees is June 31, 2015.

Please tell us what you know about this person’s involvement in First PresbyterianChurch, Nashville, in another ministry or church, or in the community at large.Consider in your recommendation references from the Presbyterian Book of Order, Gifts& Qualifications (G-2.0104a). You may or you may not wish to call the candidate.

Include below: name, address, family members and occupation, if appropriate. You may also nominate yourself or afamily member.

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Nominating Committee members are Waymon Tipton, Chair, Mickey Martin, David McClellan, Shannon McGuffin, Leigh Reames, Todd Jones, Staff Liaison andAdam DeVries, Staff Liaison. Please return this form to any member of the Nominating Committee or to the church office (Attn: Waymon Tipton) before June 31.

Your Name: ______________________________________ Phone Number: _____________________________

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If You’re Good at Relationships,You’re Good at Life!

Ten weeks to explore how and why we’vebeen created for deep connections with oneanother and with God.

College Bible Study with Scott Hearoncontinues on Sundays through July 26. Meetin The Gathering Place following The FiveThirty. Open to all college students, risingfreshmen through rising seniors. Questions?Contact Scott (shearon@fpcnashville.org).

Celtic Cross AwardsThe National Association of Presbyterian Scouters authorizes this

award to adults who have given exceptional service to children andyouth programs, not necessarily limited to the Scouting program. Celticcrosses have been associated with the Church of Scotland, and the blueand green plaid ribbon evokes the tartans of Scotland.

Mickey Fitts, Roxie Gibson, Guice Smith, Cole Carter

“Can I pray with you?” With that simple question uttered hospital bedside in 2008 by the Rev. Sandra

Randleman, David Broadhurst undertook the first steps of a journey that he continuestoday. The question posed by Sandra was one David had never beenasked before, and it awoke a desire to serve God at a time when he wasleast able. David was on the edge of this life, suffering with cancer,fighting through the cure of chemotherapy, radiation and surgery.When David was out of the hospital and in the long recovery at home,he read about the Stephen Ministry and inquired further about theministry at First Presbyterian Church.

Slowed by cancer but wit as quick as ever, David said that he wouldnow have to refocus his priorities, his daily activities and the use of his

time. “Now that my years of attempting to dunk a basketball had come to a close,” he says with a wry smile,“I needed to find other worthy pursuits.” David read, researched and asked questions about Stephen Ministry.

Again and again, David experienced “I can do this!” moments, which turned into“I am called to do this!” moments. He took the next formal step to become a Stephen Minister; he interviewed with one ofthe team members. During the meeting, David realized that the struggles, the heaviness of life had brought him to thisministry. Cancer, life with an alcoholic parent, his military service, war were threads woven together in his life that preparedhim to serve. He understood the struggles that most people face and wanted to be of service.

The hardest part for David is that he cannot solve people’s problems. That’s not the job of a Stephen Minister. That’s forGod. The job of a Stephen Minister is to listen, and David can do that. He does it very well.

If you are struggling with difficulties of this life, a Stephen Minister is eager to listen and to be a part of your overcomingpain or grief. If you have been asked, “Can I pray with you?” or have had a similar heart-changing experience, please considerthe journey of the Stephen Minister. Contact Sandra Randleman (615-298-9503) for a confidential conversation aboutbecoming a Stephen Minister or being in ministry with a Stephen Minister.

Come One, Come All to PW for the Fall!If you have ever wanted to join a circle here at FPC,

now is your chance. The ladies of Presbyterian Womenmeet once a month for a Bible lesson and discussion.The women also serve the community through severalnon-profit organizations such as Miram’s Promise,Hospital Hospitality House, Second Harvest and more.

Contact Meredith Stewart (615-712-0320 ormstewart@genesco.com) or Mary Loch Smith(615-500-7591 or marylochsmith@gmail.com) formore information.

Chuck Grice Returns to the Logos Classthis Summer

After last summer’sfascinating lessons on AbrahamLincoln’s faith, local attorneyChuck Grice returns thissummer for four weeks onthree distinct topics: Islam,Questions of Jesus and Dogmaabout Jesus. Whew!

On June 14 and 21, Chuckwill offer his perspective onIslam, “beginning withMuhammed as a young man all the way to today’s Iran andISIS.” Chuck says, “We in the West are operating betweentwo fictions. First, that all of Islam is aggressive, which ofcourse isn’t true. The second is that radical Islam is limitedto a small group of people.”

On the 28th, Chuck will take up Jesus and Questions.“Jesus is asked something like 130 questions and he directlyanswers only three. I think there are both theological andpsychological reasons for Jesus using this method.”

And on July 5, Chuck will walk through the Christiancreed that Jesus is fully God and fully human, and take upchallenges to such a conviction. “It would have been easierfor the early Church simply to be inclusive of these otherpoints of view. It was unrelenting for very sound reasons.”

The Logos Class meets in Stanford Chapel on Sundaysfrom 10:00 to 10:40 A.M.

June Ramsey ClassDr. Joseph Hamilton and his wife Jannelle will lead a

series on “Science and Religion.” Joe is the Landon C.Garland Distinguished Professor of Physics at VanderbiltUniversity, and both Joe and Jannelle are treasured membersof First Presbyterian. The class begins at 9:45 A.M. in the

living room of the Cheek House. Everyone is invited to thisspecial series.

First Friends’ Activities for JuneWednesday, June 17, 9:00 A.M.— Tennessee’s Crossroads are takingus to perhaps the most populardestination in the Nashville area,the Loveless Café. Tourists drivethousands of miles to have breakfast there, and we have todrive only 13. Our reservation is at 9:30 A.M. We will wantto look around in the shops after eating, so it will probablybe noon by the time we return to the church. RSVP byMonday, June 15.

Sunday, June 21, 12:00 P.M. — Sunday lunch at AthensRestaurant, Franklin Pike. RSVP by Friday, June 20.

Seats are still available for the Natchez trip, November 2-6.

Summer Sunday School for FamiliesA new Summer Sunday School model for our families

has begun. On each Sunday through August 16, childrenentering 1st grade through 6th grade will delve intoScripture alongside their parents and explore prayer andother spiritual practices together. Children in the Moon,Faith, and Pre-K Love and Grace will combine to engagewith Bible stories through fun activities. There are weeklyopportunities for parents/families to lead or host eithergroup. If your children will be participating any of theSummer Sundays, we ask that you sign up to serve as a host,leader or assistant at least one week. Visit our website topick your date(s)!

Women’s Summer StudyMax Lucado’s Before AmenWednesday mornings, 9:30-11:00 A.M.in the Cheek House Living Room.June 10 – July 29

Led by Laura Coyle and Friends.For more information, contactBetsy Davies at 615-377-3048.Books available at the HospitalityCenter or download it digitally.

This past January, we introduced the congregation to ayoung woman spending a year in Nashville with ourdenomination’s Young Adult Volunteer program (YAV). TheYAV program is a one-year service opportunity for youngadults between the ages of 19 to 30. YAVs live in Christiancommunity, deepening and developing their faith whileserving in communities of need. YAVs serve for oneacademic year, August-July in program sites around theUnited States or in global locations.

We are thrilled to announcethat one of our own FPC youngadults, Jean Broadhurst, has beenaccepted into the YAV programand will spend the next year inNew Orleans.

Jean is the daughter of Libbyand David Broadhurst and theyounger sister of Rob andMamie. Jean’s passion formission, service and love of Godruns deep in her family.

Mamie was herself a YAVwho married another YAV,Richard Williams, and it isRichard who now leads the YAVprogram for our denomination.Additionally, both Mamie andRichard have Master of Divinitydegrees from McCormickTheological Seminary inChicago and are ordainedpastors.

Rob was extremely active inyouth missions during his time at FPC taking in everyspring break and summer youth mission experience offered.He continues to look to serving others one day soon as amedical doctor.

Jean gives God and the FPC youth program all thecredit for her hunger to serve others. “When I thought Idid not deserve God’s unconditional love or support oreven understand it, this church showed me a love I wouldnever find elsewhere and I attempt to replicate and emulateit in everything I do. I am forever thankful for the sanctuarythat God has created in FPC Nashville and for all of thewonderful people who helped inspire me to pursue thisjourney through a terrifying and beautiful life as a discipleof Christ. From the first spring break mission trip to TijuanaI took during my freshman year of high school, I foundmyself messy, smelly and vulnerable, and I knew that therewas something I was missing before this trip. Previously, a

shy, insecure, and quirky church-going gal, I then foundmyself seeking leadership and service opportunities simplyto get to know this amazing community. Soon I realizedthese incredible people all shared one important belief that Itoo was always drawn to: the unconditional love of JesusChrist and His hope for a love like that among His peopleon earth.”

Jean remained an active volunteer during her collegiateyears spending several days a week at a community center in

Greensboro, NC, helping childrenin their after-school program andfocused on alleviating the crisis offood deserts in the nearbyneighborhood. During hersummers, she was frequently atFPC giving back to other youthas an Intern or volunteer so theseyouth, too, could learn to see howdeeply loved they were by Godand this community of faith.

Jean graduated from ElonUniversity this past May with abachelor’s degree in psychologyand minors in religious studiesand dance. She was drawn toserve as a YAV to further discernhow God desires her to live outher Christian faith.

She is excited about movingto New Orleans and theopportunity to serve neighborsstill grieving the effects ofHurricane Katrina, poverty,

violence and a disappearing wetland. Jeans says NewOrleans is the perfect place to seek God in all of the tensionbetween sorrow and joy in a city known for vibrant andunique celebrations like Mardi Gras, the Jazz Fest or apassing Second Line.

Jean is grateful to the Adult Missions Committee ofFPC for their financial assistance

towards her expenses during thenext year. She covets your prayers forher, other YAVs serving in New

Orleans and the people and placeseach of them will serve.

You are invited to followher year of service atthe New OrleansYAV website atpslyav.wordpress.com.

A Year of Service in South Louisiana, for a Lifetime of Change

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Dated church materialPlease deliver by June 13, 2015

First Presbyterian Church4815 Franklin PikeNashville, Tennessee 37220www.fpcnashville.orgfacebook.com/fpcnashville

PastorsTodd JonesPastor

Sam CooperExecutive Pastor

Adam DeVriesAssociate Pastor to Youth& Their Families

Mark DeVriesAssociate Pastor forNew Ministries

Stuart GordonAssociate Pastor for Discipleship

Keith GunterAssociate Pastor for NewChurch Development

Sandra RandlemanAssociate Pastor forCongregational Care & Missions

Program StaffRaphael BundageDirector of Music

Brenda GeiseOlder Adult MinistryCoordinator

Letitia GreenDirector of Recreation

Patricia HeimMissions Coordinator

Ashley HigginsDirector of Young Adult &High School Ministries

Susan KirbyWorship Coordinator

Michelle MangumDirector of Communications

Deb O’BrienDirector of Children’s Ministry

AdministrationGinny BarberAdministrative Assistant

Cindy BozmanFinance Manager

Lynn ElliottExecutive Assistant

Karen FittsNursery Coordinator

Zonia NunleyProperty Manager

Kim RogersFood Service

SchoolsJennifer HinoteHead of School, Oak Hill School

Brenda LutzDirector, FPC Early Preschool

Youth HappeningsSunday School, June 14 & 21: Grades

7-12 will meet in The Gathering Place at9:40 A.M. and then meet for Sunday School asgrade level groups taught by our intern teams!

Wednesday Night Festivus meets everyWednesday, from 6:30-8:00 P.M. in TheGathering Place. Come for food, fun andfellowship for all youth. Bring $5 for dinner.

We ask that everyone keep our WestVirginia mission trip participants inprayer. The trip will return on Friday, June 12,between 3:00-4:00 P.M. Our junior high youthand their leaders will leave for The Great Escapeon Sunday, June 14.

Barefoot Republic Camp: July 5-10, forjunior high students with Adam DeVries.

Arts Camp: July 13-15, 1:00-5:00 P.M.,7th-12th graders will join Emily Martin, AnnaWheeler and our interns for a creative week ofart and worship. Cost is $30.

Water Sports Camp: July 20-22, 7th-12thgraders will join Brandon Van Pernis, Scott

Dalton and our interns for water sports at thelake. Leave at 8:00 A.M. on Monday and returnby 3:00 P.M. on Wednesday. Cost is $100.

Youth Help Lead Mission Camp: July19-24. Let Erika Shapiro know if you wouldlike to help with Mission Camp (grades 4-6)or with VBS (June 22-25).

Christian Leadership Camp: July 27-29,9:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M., 7th-12th graders will joinAnna Wheeler, Ashley Higgins and our internsfor camp. Cost is $25 (lunch included).

Register for Summer Camps online atyouth.fpcnashville.org.

Questions or changes to your contact information,contact Ginger, Erika or Miller (615-298-9570 oryouth@fpcnashville.org).

sunday evening worship at fpcThe Gathering Place @ 5:3O p.m.