No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.
Romans 8:37
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, November 20, 2022
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge concludes the sermon series on 1 Thessalonians with a message entitled A Thankful Heart from 1 Thessalonians 5:16–28.
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, November 20, 2022
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge concludes the sermon series on 1 Thessalonians with a message entitled A Thankful Heart from 1 Thessalonians 5:16–28.
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
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR DNOW 2023
January 13–15, 2023
DNOW/Discipleship Now is January 13–15, 2023, for 6–12th grade students to know God and make Him known. Come worship, grow, and deepen relationships. Students will stay in host homes throughout the weekend and participate in worship services, small groups, service projects, and fun late-night activities! Our theme for DNOW 2023 is "Sufficient." Miles Fidell, lead pastor at Auburn Community Church, will speak, and Dawson's worship band will lead worship.
Early bird price is $115 through November 30. Regular price is $135 from December 1–31. Late price is $155 starting January 1, 2023. Payment is non-refundable. Registration will end January 6 in order for us to purposefully place students in host homes. Price includes hoodie (guys) or sweatshirt (girls), 4 meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday), a late-night activity, and worship. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/DNow to register.
Contact: Karmin Lytle at klytle@dawsonchurch.org
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR DNOW 2023
January 13–15, 2023
DNOW/Discipleship Now is January 13–15, 2023, for 6–12th grade students to know God and make Him known. Come worship, grow, and deepen relationships. Students will stay in host homes throughout the weekend and participate in worship services, small groups, service projects, and fun late-night activities! Our theme for DNOW 2023 is "Sufficient." Miles Fidell, lead pastor at Auburn Community Church, will speak, and Dawson's worship band will lead worship.
Early bird price is $115 through November 30. Regular price is $135 from December 1–31. Late price is $155 starting January 1, 2023. Payment is non-refundable. Registration will end January 6 in order for us to purposefully place students in host homes. Price includes hoodie (guys) or sweatshirt (girls), 4 meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday), a late-night activity, and worship. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/DNow to register.
Contact: Karmin Lytle at klytle@dawsonchurch.org
November Memory Verse
Together in Missions
MISSION TRIP INTEREST LUNCHEON
Sunday, December 4, 12:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall
Are you interested in serving on a Dawson mission team next year? If so, please join us on December 4 at 12:00 p.m. for a complimentary luncheon in the Fellowship Hall and learn more about our exciting opportunities for 2023! Please register at dawsonchurch.org/missions.
Contact: Kyle Bailey at kbailey@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Bible Study
COMPLIMENTARY 4-WEEK ADVENT DEVOTIONAL
Over the 4 weeks of Advent, this devotional guide will explore what Scripture tells us about the Promised One. The daily reflections delve into key passages that help us understand more about who Jesus is. And each weekly theme centers around a core aspect of Jesus’ identity drawn from Isaiah’s prophecies. Each daily reading concludes with Scripture passages for reflection and discussion questions to aid individual or group study. The guide at the back of the devotional offers additional ideas and activities for families and groups throughout Advent. This resource is published by Christianity Today is available at the Next Steps desk.
Limited quantities available.
Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
DISCOVER DAWSON
Sunday, November 20, 9:45 a.m., Social Hall
All visitors and new members are invited to Discover Dawson on Sunday, November 20. Discover Dawson is an informal group session that allows you to become better acquainted with Dawson’s vision, ministries, and mission opportunities. Reservations are not required but are helpful in planning.
Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org
CHRISTMAS MYSTERY LUNCH
Friday, December 2, 10:00 a.m.
On Friday, December 2 we’ll leave the North Parking Lot at 10:00 a.m. for a Christmas Mystery lunch. You can make your reservation by calling the Church Office. Please join us for good food, fellowship, and enjoying beautiful Christmas decorations! For more information, please contact Tommy Sanders at 205-871-7324 or tsanders@dawsonchurch.org.
HE SHALL REIGN — COLLIDE AND STUDENT CHOIRS EVENT
Sunday, December 4, 6:00 pm, Sanctuary
Dawson’s Music & Worship Ministry invites you to the Student and Collide Choirs’ Christmas Worship Service on Sunday, December 4 at 6:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. These young people gift their offerings of worship to God with energy and enthusiasm, inviting us to join in along the way. It’s a perfect time to invite teachers, neighbors, or friends to participate in worship at Dawson. The worship service will be streaming live at live.dawsonchurch.org.
Contact: Hailey Pepper at hpepper@dawsonchurch.org
CANDLELIGHT AT DAWSON
For more than 40 years, people have come to Dawson to experience the joy that God gave us with the birth of His son, Jesus, through Candlelight at Dawson. Culminating with the candlelit singing of Silent Night, these evenings of worship are anticipated each year by our community, making it a perfect time to invite a teacher, neighbor, or friend. This year there will be three worship opportunities:
Friday, December 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 17 at 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 18 at 5:00 p.m.
Doors open 45 minutes prior to the service.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
GIVE THE GIFT OF MUSIC
Music lessons make the perfect gift for an aspiring musician. This Christmas, let Dawson Music Academy help you give the gift of music. Children, grandchildren, or even adults will enjoy the gift of weekly lessons at convenient times, customized to their interests. To purchase a gift certificate, please visit dawsonmusicacademy.org. Receive $10 off by using the promo code “CHRISTMAS.”
Contact: Kimberly Jones at kjones@dawsonchurch.org
DNOW VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
January 13–15, 2023
Last year, Dawson’s Student Ministry hosted over 270 students in grades 6–12 during Disciple Now weekend, and we are preparing for an amazing DNOW 2023. We cannot do this without the help of many volunteers. You can help by signing up to be a host home or small group leader for the weekend. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/DNow to fill out a form to apply as a small group leader or as a host home.
We need at least 56 small group leaders and 26 host homes. Please help us make this a meaningful weekend for students by volunteering with us. Learn more on the website, or contact Karmin Lytle for more information.
Contact: Karmin Lytle at klytle@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Cheryl and Jim Landreth in the death of Jim’s brother.
Congratulations
Chelsey and Sam Hayford on the birth of their daughter, Hattie Drew Hayford, on November 9, 2022.
Welcome to Dawson
Anna Claire Cicero
Beth Ann Heid
Taylor and Mary Sunday
Together This Week
Sunday, November 20
| 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 |
| 9:45 a.m. | Discover Dawson/Social Hall |
| 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 Puppets/351 North |
| 4:00 p.m. | Chapel Ensemble/Choir Room |
| 5:00 p.m. | Chapel Choir & Middle School Choir Rehearsal/3rd FL North |
| 5:00 p.m. | Bible Drill/2nd FL Arendall |
Monday, November 21
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Bible Study/Social Hall |
| FRC Closed for Resurfacing |
Tuesday, November 22
| 7:00 a.m. | Go Love Tell Prayer Meeting/Online |
| 10:30 a.m. | Sara Finley Life Group/100 West |
| FRC Closed for Resurfacing |
Wednesday, November 23
| FRC Closed for Resurfacing | |
| Church Offices Closed at 2:00 p.m. |
Thursday, November 24
| Church Offices & FRC Closed for Thanksgiving |
Friday, November 25
| Church Offices & FRC Closed for Thanksgiving |
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