Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? As it is written, “For your sake we are being killed all the day long; we are regarded as sheep to be slaughtered.
Romans 8:35–36
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, October 9, 2022
Today, Bryan Howard, Dawson’s Student Pastor, continues the sermon series on 1 Thessalonians with a message entitled Faithfully Following God’s Call from 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12.
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, October 9, 2022
Today, Bryan Howard, Dawson’s Student Pastor, continues the sermon series on 1 Thessalonians with a message entitled Faithfully Following God’s Call from 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12.
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
SANCTUARY RENOVATION UPDATE
In light of current economic conditions and in partnership with the Dawson Finance Team, the Sanctuary and Adjacent Spaces Ad Hoc Team asked the designers to consider the possibility of constructing the Master Plan project in phases. They have presented a viable phased approach and the Ad Hoc Team is working with the designers on details of the phases, while also continuing to evaluate all other options. This phased approach, with Phase 1 being the Sanctuary and the East Commons area and Phase 2 being the West Building, will still accomplish the complete Master Plan as designed and approved by the church. The schedule for Phase 1 will be the same as the original plan, with construction to begin in the summer of 2023. The timing of Phase 2 is unknown at this time and will be determined by financial considerations. The cost of Phase 1 will be firm after the contractor is selected and gives a final price. The Ad Hoc Team anticipates that will be at the first of the year, as originally presented to the church last May. Please continue to pray for the Ad Hoc Team, the designers, and the yet to be determined contractor as plans are finalized.
SANCTUARY RENOVATION UPDATE
In light of current economic conditions and in partnership with the Dawson Finance Team, the Sanctuary and Adjacent Spaces Ad Hoc Team asked the designers to consider the possibility of constructing the Master Plan project in phases. They have presented a viable phased approach and the Ad Hoc Team is working with the designers on details of the phases, while also continuing to evaluate all other options. This phased approach, with Phase 1 being the Sanctuary and the East Commons area and Phase 2 being the West Building, will still accomplish the complete Master Plan as designed and approved by the church. The schedule for Phase 1 will be the same as the original plan, with construction to begin in the summer of 2023. The timing of Phase 2 is unknown at this time and will be determined by financial considerations. The cost of Phase 1 will be firm after the contractor is selected and gives a final price. The Ad Hoc Team anticipates that will be at the first of the year, as originally presented to the church last May. Please continue to pray for the Ad Hoc Team, the designers, and the yet to be determined contractor as plans are finalized.
October Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
ORDINATION FOR KYLE YOUNG
Sunday, October 9, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
The Dawson Family of Faith is pleased to announce that Kyle Young will be ordained to the Gospel Ministry on Sunday, October 9 at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Please join us for this special worship service. Childcare is available by reservation only. Please send reservations to Donna Allan at dallan@dawsonchurch.org.
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
DEACON ORDINATION SERVICE
Sunday, October 23, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Each year, Dawson elects faithful servants within the church family to serve a three-year term on the Board of Deacons. This year, three of those elected members will be ordained. The service will take place in the Chapel at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 23. Please join us for a time of celebration and commitment. If childcare is needed, please contact Donna Allan at dallan@dawsonchurch.org by Wednesday, October 19.
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Missions
INVITE YOUR HISPANIC FRIENDS TO DAWSON
Sunday, October 9, Next Steps
Here’s a great opportunity to invite your Hispanic friends to church. On Sunday, October 9 in the Next Steps Area of the Sanctuary Foyer you can pick up a Spanish New Testament to share with your friends. Each of these Bibles will contain a brochure that includes details about Dawson’s Hispanic Congregation that meets every Sunday morning in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Please feel free to take as many as you need to share these Bibles at work, school, or any social setting.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
WOMEN ON MISSION
Tuesday, October 11, 10:00 a.m., Social Hall
Please come to hear from a missionary who serves in an undisclosed location in central Asia. We will be collecting assorted items for The Ronald McDonald House. You can contact Janell Young at janelleyoung48@gmail.com for a list of the needed items. Come early to enjoy delicious brunch food and coffee!
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
LIFE GROUP LEADER HUDDLE
Sunday, October 16, 5:00 p.m., Chapel
Life Group leaders and those interested in Life Group leadership—mark your calendars and join us for an hour of leader equipping on October 16 at 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Teachers, Directors, Outreach, Assimilation (Care Group), Prayer, Social, and Missions Coordinators will have the opportunity to attend breakout sessions to learn more about their role, hear practical advice, and participate in a panel discussion time. Child care is available by reservation. Please contact Donna Allan at dallan@dawsonchurch.org by Sunday, October 9 to make your reservation.
Contact: Jacob Pierce at jpierce@dawsonchurch.org
THURSDAY CHAPEL
Thursday, October 27, 10:00 a.m., Chapel
Please join us for Thursday Chapel on October 27, 2022. The theme for 2022-2023 will be God’s Power is Made Perfect in Our Weakness. Tommy Sanders will be teaching from 2 Corinthians. Please join us for a time of worship, special music from the Dawsonaires, and encouragement from testimonies of God’s power in our daily lives.
Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR FALL FESTIVAL 2022
Friday, October 28, 6:00–8:30 p.m.
Fall Festival is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for October 28 from 6:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. This event is such a great time of fellowship with our Dawson family and a great way to engage with the community around us! If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Bre Huff at bhuff@dawsonchurch.org.
CELEBRATE OUR VETERANS
Help us honor our veterans and active military at our Veterans Day Luncheon on November 11. Dawson will be celebrating in two new ways this year: with memorial flowers and a photo display. If you would like to purchase a flower in memory or honor of a veteran, the cost is $15 each. The flowers will decorate the Fellowship Hall on November 11 at our luncheon. If you would like to share a photo of a veteran that day, please bring it to the Church Office prior to November 1. We will display the pictures at the luncheon. Include on the back of the photo: 1. full name of the person, 2. branch of service/rank, 3. war(s) served in (if applicable), and 4. specific years of service. Also, please list the person to whom the photo will be returned. For more information, contact Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org or call 205-871-7324.
Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Belinda and Stephen Stroud in the death of Belinda’s mother.
Welcome to Dawson
Steve Clasen
Ed and Debbie Emanuel
Reese Patterson
Chip Soud
Together This Week
Sunday, October 9
| 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 |
| 3:00 p.m. | Chapel Jazz Band/Chapel |
| 4:00 p.m. | Chapel Ensemble & Chapel Puppets/Various |
| 5:00 p.m. | Chapel Choir & Middle School Choir Rehearsal/3rd FL North |
| 5:00 p.m. | Bible Drill & Bible Buddies/2nd FL Arendall |
| 6:00 p.m. | DSM Sunday Nights |
| 6:00 p.m. | Ordination Service/Chapel |
Monday, October 10
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Bible Study/Social Hall |
Tuesday, October 11
| 7:00 a.m. | Go Love Tell Prayer Meeting/Online |
| 10:00 a.m. | Women On Mission/Social Hall |
| 7:00 p.m. | AUXANO/Chapel |
Wednesday, October 12
| 9:30 a.m. | Adult Bible Studies/2nd FL North |
| 11:00 a.m. | MidWeek Bible Studies/Social Hall |
| 12:00 p.m. | Fellowship Lunch/Fellowship Hall |
| 4:45 p.m. |
Fellowship Supper/Fellowship Hall Hamburger Steak & Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Salad, Bread and Dessert; Kids Sacks: Chicken Bites |
| 6:00 p.m. | MidWeek Bible Studies/Social Hall |
| 6:00 p.m. | Adult Bible Studies/2nd FL North |
| 6:00 p.m. | Preschool Music & Missions/Arendall & East |
| 6:00 p.m. | Collide/Arendall & East |
| 6:00 p.m. | Middle School Loft/The LOFT |
| 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Choir/Choir Room |
| 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Orchestra/Sanctuary |
| 6:30 p.m. | High School Community Groups/In Homes |
Thursday, October 13
| 9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
| 10:00 a.m. | Dawsonaires/Choir Room |
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