If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal.
1 Corinthians 13:1
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, January 8, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will share a message entitled, Sufficient: Our All-Sufficient God from Isaiah 40:13–14; Acts 17:24–25.
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, January 8, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will share a message entitled, Sufficient: Our All-Sufficient God from Isaiah 40:13–14; Acts 17:24–25.
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
MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays, Beginning January 11, 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m., Social Hall
Many Christians live as though what we see with our physical eyes is all that there is in this world. However, the Bible teaches that there is another realm of supernatural and intelligent life that plays an important role in our world—angelic beings. This study, led by Pastor David, will explore the doctrine of angels, Satan, and demons, answering key questions about their nature and the implications for Christians’ beliefs and behavior. A biblical understanding of the unseen reality of angels and demons encourages believers to be vigilant in the light of spiritual warfare and to be confident in Christ’s victory on the cross.
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays, Beginning January 11, 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m., Social Hall
Many Christians live as though what we see with our physical eyes is all that there is in this world. However, the Bible teaches that there is another realm of supernatural and intelligent life that plays an important role in our world—angelic beings. This study, led by Pastor David, will explore the doctrine of angels, Satan, and demons, answering key questions about their nature and the implications for Christians’ beliefs and behavior. A biblical understanding of the unseen reality of angels and demons encourages believers to be vigilant in the light of spiritual warfare and to be confident in Christ’s victory on the cross.
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
January Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
There are a variety of ways to get plugged into Dawson's Music & Worship Ministry. We invite you to join us for the spring semester. Our Sanctuary Choir & Orchestra rehearse on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. There is a place for you, and now is the perfect time to see for yourself. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/musicandworship for more information.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Missions
This Spring, women are invited to HANDMADE, Christ-Centered communities through creating in the FRC Craft Room. Tuesday mornings, beginning January 10, we will continue to learn and practice crochet. Thursday mornings, join the “claydies” for pottery classes. Click here to learn more and to register for these classes.
Contact: Lainee Stidham at lstidham@dawsonchurch.org
Join us as Mary and Larry Jackson share about the Philippines, the subject of our International Mission Study. We will collect paper, toiletry, cleaning, and non-perishable food items for Oak Mountain Mission Ministries. For a list of needs, please contact Janelle Young at janelleyoung48@gmail.com.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
Join us on Thursday, January 12 at 12:00 p.m. in Room 100 West for lunch and a time of prayer. We will be in prayer for Dawson’s mission teams and partners, as well as missionaries serving throughout the world. We will also collect paper, toiletry, cleaning, and non-perishable food items for Oak Mountain Mission Ministries. Contact Anita Wilson at avwilson1986@gmail.com for lunch reservations.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Bible Study
A new semester of weekday studies begins the week of January 9. There are studies offered on Monday mornings and both Wednesday mornings and evenings. Pre-registration is encouraged. Please check each study description for book requirements and plan to bring your book or workbook to the first class. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/SpringStudies for full study descriptions and to pre-register.
Contact: Kristen Torres at ktorres@dawsonchurch.org
This group will be studying the book of Romans. Breakfast is available for $6. Extra tables are set up for those who do not wish to eat but want to participate in the Bible Study. Dr. Schooley sends out his reading notes each Thursday or Friday in preparation for the following Monday’s study. If you wish to join the men in the study, please email Dr. Schooley at nschoole@bellsouth.net.
Together in Ministries
This year we will host our second annual Dawson Rec Center Open House on January 8 from 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. This free event is your opportunity to explore the Recreation Center and try out everything we have to offer. We will have free group classes to attend (2:15, 2:45 & 3:15 p.m.), pickleball games, basketball, tours of the facility, prizes, and giveaways. So make plans to join us for a good time and explore all that we have going on here at Dawson Recreation!
Contact: Andy Cartee at acartee@dawsonchurch.org
CentriKid Camp is for kids finishing 3rd–5th grade. Kids will spend the week in worship, Bible study, recreation, and tracks, and they end each day in church group time. CentriKid is July 24–28 at Timbercreek camp in Pulaski, Mississippi. To reserve your child’s spot, we must have the completed registration form submitted with a NON-REFUNDABLE deposit of $100 no later than February 1. Register today at dawsonkids.org.
Contact: Meg Brown at mbrown@dawsonchurch.org
Are you interested in exploring your musical talents with a new instrument? Dawson Music Academy offers private music lessons that are customized to children and adults of every level. With affordable lessons in virtually any area of study, you are sure to find something to ignite your passion for music. Visit dawsonmusicacademy.org today to register for the spring semester. To receive $10 off registration, use promo code “NEWYEAR.”
Contact: Kimberly Jones at kjones@dawsonchurch.org
ALL IN 4 HIM is dedicated to Bible study, worship, games, and interactive learning activities. For ALL IN 4 HIM, we take a theme and devote our time to making the Bible Truth a part of each 1st–5th grader’s everyday life. Kids (please eat breakfast before you come) will arrive at 9:00 a.m. and depart at 5:30 p.m. The total cost is $50 per child. Registration ends January 22. For the safety and security of all children and adults, we ask that children attend the entire event.
Contact: Meg Brown at mbrown@dawsonchurch.org
Dawson's Day School is dedicated to enriching the spiritual, physical, and intellectual development of all children in a Christ-centered environment. We offer 18 month to Pre-K classes. Registration for the 2023–2024 school year begins January 9 for current students and members of the Dawson church family. Community registration begins January 17. For more information about the Day School or for registration information, please visit dawsonchurch.org/dayschool.
Contact: Kathy Daniel at kdaniel@dawsonchurch.org
All Nature Sings Music is now available! You can download and listen on Spotify and iTunes, and you can also pre-order a CD here.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Barbara and Mitch Bevill in the death of Barbara’s father, and James and Andrew Bevill in the death of their grandfather.
Mary Claire and David Blackmon in the death of David’s mother.
John Burland in the death of his wife, Jeanette Burland.
Laura and Chris Davis in the death of Laura’s mother, and Grace, Jack, and Will Davis in the death of their grandmother.
Kelly and Garrett Doss in the death of Kelly’s father, and Jackson, Andrew and Elisabeth Doss and Sam Johnson in the death of their grandfather.
Family and friends of Shirley McCarty.
Friends and family of John and Frances Wright.
Joyce and Bill Goodman in the death of Joyce’s sister.
Mary Jones in the death of her sister.
Lynda Little in the death of her husband, Bobby Little; Shannon and Allen Little and Joy and Sam Fitch in the death of Allen and Joy’s father; and Emery and Griffin Little and Lauren, Anna Kate and Michael Fitch in the death of their grandfather.
Mindy and Charley Long in the death of Charley’s mother.
Teresa and Wilburn Odom and Laura Brown in the death of Teresa and Laura’s father, and Jacob and Emily Odom in the death of their grandfather.
Rebecca and Richard Tucker in the death of Rebecca’s father.
In Loving Memory
Bobby Little — December 20, 2022
Jeanette Burland — December 26, 2022
Shirley McCarty — January 1, 2023
Welcome to Dawson
Steve and Paige Martin
Parker Roan
Together This Week
Sunday, January 8
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 |
2:00 p.m. | Recreation Open House/FRC |
3:00 p.m. | Chapel Jazz Band Rehearsal/Chapel |
4:00 p.m. | Chapel Ensemble & Chapel Puppets Rehearsal/Various |
5:00 p.m. | Chapel Choir & Middle School Rehearsal/Various |
Monday, January 9
7:00 a.m. | Men's Bible Study/Social Hall |
Tuesday, January 10
7:00 a.m. | Go Love Tell Prayer Meeting/Online |
9:30 a.m. | Handmade Kickoff/FRC Craft Room |
10:00 a.m. | Women on Misson/Social Hall |
10:30 a.m. | Sara Finley Life Group/100 West |
Wednesday, January 11
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/Fellowship Hall |
4:45 p.m. |
Fellowship Supper/Fellowship Hall Fried or Baked Chicken, Rice Pilaf, Steamed Broccoli, Bread & Dessert Kids Sacks: Chicken Bites |
6:00 p.m. | MidWeek Bible Study/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. | DNow Registration/FRC |
6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Choir/Choir Room |
6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Orchestra/Sanctuary |
Thursday, January 12
9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
10:00 a.m. | Dawsonaires/Choir Room |
12:00 p.m. | Adults on Mission/100 West |
Friday, January 13
DNow |
Saturday, January 14
DNow |
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