Together Weekly Newsletter

Together in Worship

Sunday, April 24, 2022

This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge begins the new sermon series Hope From The Psalms with a message entitled Hope For The Fearful Heart from Psalm 27.

Worship Services
8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel

Hispanic Congregation Online
dawsonchurch.org/hispaniclive

Life Groups

8:30 a.m.		Adults, Preschool, Hearts & Hands
9:45 a.m.		Adults, Students, Kids, Preschool, Hearts & Hands
11:00 a.m.		Adults, College, Preschool, Adult Special Education

Sunday, April 24, 2022

This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge begins the new sermon series Hope From The Psalms with a message entitled Hope For The Fearful Heart from Psalm 27.

Worship Services
8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel

Hispanic Congregation Online
dawsonchurch.org/hispaniclive

Life Groups

8:30 a.m.		Adults, Preschool, Hearts & Hands
9:45 a.m.		Adults, Students, Kids, Preschool, Hearts & Hands
11:00 a.m.		Adults, College, Preschool, Adult Special Education

What's Happening

The Nominating Team is distributing information to Dawson members requesting input as they begin the process of nominating Deacons, Church Officers, and Standing Team Members for 2023. Names of people to be considered for these positions should be submitted to the Church Office by Sunday, May 1. You may email your nominations to nominate@dawsonchurch.org or visit the church’s website to submit names. You may also complete your forms by hand and either return them to the Church Office or drop them in the offering receptacles. Forms are available at the Church Office. To nominate online, please visit dawsonchurch.org/nominate.

Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org

The Nominating Team is distributing information to Dawson members requesting input as they begin the process of nominating Deacons, Church Officers, and Standing Team Members for 2023. Names of people to be considered for these positions should be submitted to the Church Office by Sunday, May 1. You may email your nominations to nominate@dawsonchurch.org or visit the church’s website to submit names. You may also complete your forms by hand and either return them to the Church Office or drop them in the offering receptacles. Forms are available at the Church Office. To nominate online, please visit dawsonchurch.org/nominate.

Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org

April Memory Verse

And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God.
Romans 8:27

Together in Giving & Serving

NEW MINISTER TO YOUNG ADULTS

By recommendation of the Personnel Team, Dawson is excited to announce Jacob Pierce as our Minister to Young Adults, effective May 8, 2022. Jacob served as a Student Ministry intern and as a Go Love Tell Intern in Maine before serving as our Associate Minister of Recreation from 2016–2017. Most recently, Jacob served at Prestonwood Baptist Church and as Baptist Campus Ministries Director at Southern Methodist University while earning his Master of Divinity. In his new role, Jacob will coordinate all ministries related to Young Adults including Together for Life, Bible Studies, and Life Groups. Please join us in welcoming Jacob to our staff and praying for both Jacob and his wife, Caroline, as they make this transition and return to serve at Dawson.

Together in Missions

YOU ARE NEEDED AT KIDLIFE!

KidLife, Dawson's version of VBS, will take place June 6–9. We will need hundreds of volunteers to guide preschoolers and children on a journey to learn about God and how to become more like His Son, Jesus. Volunteers are still needed in these areas:

Nursery - 3 volunteers needed
4-year-olds - 4 volunteers needed
5-year-olds - 3 volunteers needed
Kindergarten completed - 2 volunteers needed
1st Grade - 1 volunteer needed
4th Grade - 3 volunteers needed
Hearts and Hands - 7 volunteers needed

Please visit dawsonchurch.org/KidLife and sign up to serve with us.

COLORADO MISSION TRIP July 9–16, Mead, Colorado

Dawson’s Recreation Ministry will be taking a team to Mead, Colorado, from July 9–16 to help support Grandview Church, a Go Love Tell partner. The church was planted in 2017 and hosts a sports camp for 4-year-olds through 5th graders. This is a massive outreach to the community. We need sports instructors, huddle coaches (Bible study), and rally/worship leaders. The cost is $750.

Contact: Kasey Hagen at khagen@dawsonchurch.org

SPRING CLOTHES NEEDED

Kids Connection has an urgent need for boys and girls spring and summer clothing: shorts, lightweight pants, jeans, tops, t-shirts, skirts, dresses, swimsuits, etc. The greatest needs are sizes 6 to 18 child and all teen sizes. You can leave donations in the Kids Connection van parked in Dawson’s North Parking Lot.

Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org

Together in Bible Study

SECRET CHURCH SIMULCAST Friday, April 29, 6:00 p.m.–Midnight

You are invited to participate in this year's Secret Church simulcast, hosted by Radical Ministries and taught by David Platt. Secret Church is a unique, one-night event streamed online around the world for intense Bible study and intentional prayer for the persecuted church. This year's study is entitled, "Who Am I?" and will look at what the Bible says about gender, sexuality, artificial intelligence, race, justice, genomics, and the metaverse. If you would like access to the simulcast and a physical Study Guide, please register HERE.

Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org

Together in Ministries

THURSDAY CHAPEL Thursday, April 28, 10:00 a.m., Chapel

Our last gathering of Thursday Chapel for the spring features the Dawsonaires. They will be presenting a home concert which they shared on their recent ministry tour to Memphis and Tupelo. Please join us for this inspiring time of worship. Thursday Chapel will resume again in September.

Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org

SUMMER COLLEGE INFORMATION

On Thursday, April 28, our College and Student Ministry staffs will road trip to Tuscaloosa for breakfast and Auburn for lunch to reconnect with some of our students who are away at school. Tell your college students to follow us on Instagram @dawsoncollegeministry for times and restaurants!

On Sunday, May 1, our Sunday morning College Life Group will begin meeting at the 9:45 a.m. hour in the FRC Gym. This will accommodate students to worship with family and friends at either 8:30 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. Join us for time in fellowship and the Word!

On Wednesday, June 1, the College Ministry will start our new Summer Village. This Village (small group) will be open to all college students and will meet on Wednesday nights in June and July from 6:00-7:30 p.m. for a shared meal, fellowship, and brief Bible study led by Blake Jenkins and Kara Fincher. We will be at a different Dawson members’ home each week, so follow us on Instagram @dawsoncollegeministry for locations!

Contact: Kara Fincher at kfincher@dawsonchurch.org

JOIN US FOR DISCOVER DAWSON Sunday, May 1, 11:00 a.m., Social Hall

All visitors and new members are invited to attend Discover Dawson on Sunday, May 1. Discover Dawson is an informal group session that allows you to become better acquainted with Dawson’s vision and mission, learn about our ministries and mission opportunities, as well as meet members of our staff. Reservations are not required but are helpful in planning.

Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org

SUMMER MUSIC CAMP July 11–15, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Do you love music and fun with friends? If so, register today for a fun-filled week of Summer Music Camp including instrument exploration, rec games, art activities, and friends! The adventure begins July 11–15 for children in 4K–5th grade. Reserve your spot HERE and use the promo code "SUMMERFUN" to receive $10 off!

Contact: Kimberly Jones at kjones@dawsonchurch.org

Together in Prayer

Family Dedications

Mary Walker Anne Dean, daughter of Jordan and Beau Dean, will participate with her family in dedication this Sunday during the 8:30 a.m. worship service. Mary Walker was born on November 30, 2021. Her grandparents are Chuck and Pam Walker of Birmingham and David and Yvonne Dean of Homewood. Her great grandparents are Ginny Sherrill of Hoover and Louise Walker of Trussville.

Mary Ann Dawson, daughter of Leslie and Robert Dawson, will participate with her family in dedication this Sunday during the 9:45 a.m. worship service. Mary Ann was born on July 18, 2021. She has a brother, Bobby. Her grandparents are Teresa Knott of Birmingham, Colleen and Mike Knott of Guntersville, and Joy and Bob Dawson of Marietta, GA. Her great grandmother is Betty Hooper of Boaz.

Everleigh Kate Willcutt, daughter of Mary Kate and Hayden Willcutt, will participate with her family in dedication this Sunday during the 11:00 a.m. worship service. Everleigh was born on August 16, 2021. She has a sister, Ellis. Her grandparents are Paul and Lori Tittle of Mount Olive and Keith and Teresa Willcutt of Mount Olive. Her great grandparents are Walter and Mary McCarty of Mount Olive, Mary Tittle of Gardendale, Gayle Hargis of Gardendale, and Nella Willcutt of Cullman.

In Love And Sympathy

Julie and Paul Hughes in the death of Julie's father, and Cameron, Carson, and Christopher Hughes in the death of their grandfather.

Jim Long in the death of his wife, Carol, and Chelsea and Gavin Long and Leigh and Jason Long in the death of Gavin and Jason's mother.

In Loving Memory

Carol Long - April 15, 2022

Congratulations

Tessa and Travis Glass on the birth of their son, Fraser Downey Glass, on April 14, 2022.

Welcome To Dawson

Sadie Blackman
Gracie Groves
Jerry & Faith Jansen
Olivia Petsuch
James Price

Together This Week

Sunday, April 24

8:30 a.m.	Worship in the Sanctuary & Online
8:30 a.m.	Life Groups
9:45 a.m.	Worship in the Sanctuary & Online
9:45 a.m.	Life Groups
11:00 a.m.	Worship in the Sanctuary & Online
11:00 a.m.	Life Groups
11:00 a.m.	Hispanic Congregation Worship/Chapel & Online
4:00 p.m.	Chapel Choir Ensemble/Choir Room
4:00 p.m.	Chapel Choir Puppets/351 North
5:00 p.m.	Chapel Choir Rehearsal/Choir Room
5:00 p.m.	Middle School Choir Rehearsal/354 North

Monday, April 25

7:00 a.m.

Men's Morning Bible Study/Social Hall

Tuesday, April 26

7:00 a.m.	Go Love Tell Prayer Meeting/Online
3:30 p.m.	DSM Girls Coffee Talk/Homewood Park

Wednesday, April 27

9:30 a.m.	Adult Bible Studies/2nd FL North
11:00 a.m.	Midweek Bible Study/Social Hall
12:00 p.m	Fellowship Lunch Baked Ziti, Garden Salad, Garlic Bread & Dessert Kids Sacks: Grilled Cheese
4:45 p.m.	Fellowship Supper
6:00 p.m.	Adult Bible Studies/2nd FL North
6:00 p.m.	Midweek Bible Study/Social Hall
6:00 p.m.	Preschool Music & Missions/Arendall & East
6:00 p.m.	Collide Specials/268 Arendall
6:00 p.m.	Middle School Loft/The Loft
6:00 p.m.	Hispanic Bible Studies/3rd FL East
6:00 p.m.	Sanctuary Choir/Choir Room
6:30 p.m.	Sanctuary Orchestra/Sanctuary
6:30 p.m.	High School Community Groups/In Homes

Thursday, April 28

10:00 a.m.

Thursday Chapel/Chapel

Friday, April 29

6:00 p.m.

Secret Church Simulcast

Saturday, April 30