Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude.
1 Corinthians 13:4
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, April 16, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge begins the new sermon series Forgiveness with a message entitled God The Forgiver from Psalm 103.
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 16, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge begins the new sermon series Forgiveness with a message entitled God The Forgiver from Psalm 103.
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
NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN
The Nominating Team is requesting input from Dawson members as they begin the process of nominating Deacons, Church Officers, and Standing Team Members for 2024. Names of people to be considered for these positions should be submitted to the Church Office by Sunday, April 30. You may submit names by either emailing your nominations to nominate@dawsonchurch.org or by visiting the church’s website. 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:
1. Go to www.dawsonchurch.org/nominate
2. Click the link “Nominate Now,” and read the description.
3. Click the link “2024 Leadership Positions” to bring up the online form.
4. In the form, type the names you wish to suggest for the various positions (you do not have to submit names for all positions).
5. When finished, click “send,” and your suggestions will be emailed to the Church Office.
NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN
The Nominating Team is requesting input from Dawson members as they begin the process of nominating Deacons, Church Officers, and Standing Team Members for 2024. Names of people to be considered for these positions should be submitted to the Church Office by Sunday, April 30. You may submit names by either emailing your nominations to nominate@dawsonchurch.org or by visiting the church’s website. 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:
1. Go to www.dawsonchurch.org/nominate
2. Click the link “Nominate Now,” and read the description.
3. Click the link “2024 Leadership Positions” to bring up the online form.
4. In the form, type the names you wish to suggest for the various positions (you do not have to submit names for all positions).
5. When finished, click “send,” and your suggestions will be emailed to the Church Office.
April Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
NEW PROCEDURE FOR RECEIVING CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS
This April, Dawson will begin emailing quarterly contribution statements in lieu of mailing hard copies. All that is required is a valid email address and phone number associated with your record. If we do not have a valid email address for your record, your statement of giving will continue to come by regular mail given we have your current address. If you have not received and emailed statement or hard copy for the first quarter by the later part of April, please contact Marilyn Lloyd in the Finance Office.
Contact: Marilyn Lloyd at mlloyd@dawsonchurch.org
WILL YOU INVEST THIS FALL?
Dawson is looking for adult leaders who will INVEST their time, energy, and gifts in teaching God’s Word to God’s people. As a follower of Jesus and an active church member, you are called and gifted to invest in the lives of others. You are invited to discover how and where God could use you this fall. Will you take the first step? Visit dawsonchurch.org/Invest to learn more, then complete and submit the online survey. One of our ministry team members will follow up with you.
Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org
SERVE WITH US AT KIDLIFE!
Monday–Thursday, June 5–8, 9:00 a.m.–Noon
KidLife, Dawson’s version of VBS, will be held on campus June 5–8. Our theme this year is “God At Work,” and we will need hundreds of volunteers to join our construction crew to teach preschoolers and children that God made them to GROW in God’s Word, SHOW their love for God, CARE for others, and SHARE the good news about Jesus. First-time to volunteer? New volunteers are placed with veteran KidLife teachers. Classes rotate through various activities throughout the morning, and all training, curriculum, and supplies will be provided for you. Adults and students can learn more about KidLife and sign up to serve HERE.
Contact: Brooke Gibson at bgibson@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Missions
KIDS CONNECTION REQUESTS
Kids Connection needs your spring and summer donations! Right now there is great need for summer shorts and tops, sundresses for girls, summer pajamas, and fiction and nonfiction chapter books. Please bring your donations to the Kids Connection van in the North Parking Lot.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Bible Study
SECRET CHURCH SIMULCAST
Friday, April 21
Dawson is offering study guides and simulcast log-in information for those who wish to participate in this year's Secret Church on Friday, April 21. Founded and taught by pastor David Platt, Secret Church is a unique, one-night event that is streamed online to over 50,000 participants worldwide. This year's topic is on the book of Jonah. We will learn how the Gospel drives us to make disciples, not just of people who look and think like us—but even those we would consider our enemies. Please register HERE.
Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org
NEW WEEKDAY STUDIES IN APRIL
Wednesdays Mornings
This April, we are excited to offer the refreshment of God's Word through two Wednesday morning studies for women. Both studies begin in April and will meet for four weeks. "Lord, Teach Me to Pray in 28 Days" is a Precept study on the Lord's Prayer and "Women of the Bible" will dive into the life of a specific woman of the Bible each week. We invite you to register online today to engage in God's Word together this Spring. You can find out more and register HERE.
Contact: Lainee Stidham at lstidham@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
THURSDAY CHAPEL
Thursday, April 27, 10:00 a.m., Chapel
The Dawsonaires will be in Pensacola, Florida, from April 21–23 where they will present the Gospel and minister to the residents at two assisted living facilities. On Sunday morning, they will sing alongside the Senior Gospel Choir from First Baptist Church Pensacola. The Dawsonaires are excited for the opportunity to share at this month's Thursday Chapel. Please plan to attend and invite your friends and neighbors for this special time of worship through music.
Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Sunday, April 30, 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m., Social Hall
At Dawson, we believe church membership matters. That’s why we have created a new opportunity for all new members and guests called Membership Matters. This two-hour class provides a chance for us to share the heart of who Dawson is. We will take a close look at our vision & mission statements, our Doctrinal Foundation, and ongoing discipleship and mission opportunities available for all members to become involved. The next Membership Matters class is Sunday, April 30 from 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Please register HERE. Reservations are required and childcare for preschool-aged children is offered upon request.
Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org
REGISTER FOR SUMMER MUSIC CAMP
July 17–21, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Experience the JOY of CHRISTMAS IN JULY at Summer Music Camp, July 17-21. Preschool and elementary campers will enjoy Christmas favorites as we CELEBRATE Jesus during a week of musical explorations, rec games, art activities, fun with friends, and more! Sign up for a HOLLY JOLLY summer at dawsonmusicacademy.org and use promo code “CHRISTMAS” to receive $10 off!
Contact: Kimberly Jones at kjones@dawsonchurch.org
REGISTER FOR SUMMER CAMPS
Registration is open for our 2023 summer camps! Please visit dawsonchurch.org/summer to learn more and to register.
Day Camp 1: June 12–15
Day Camp 2: June 26–30
Ballet Camp: June 19–23
Basketball Camp 1: June 19–22
Music Camp: July 17–21
Basketball Camp 2: July 24–27
Big Art Camp: July 10–13
Contact: Bre Huff at bhuff@dawsonchurch.org
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Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Carol and Randy Beers in the death of Randy's mother, and Brandon Beers in the death of his grandmother.
Becky Edwards in the death of her sister.
Pam and Mike Worrell in the death of Mike's father, Abby Grace and Bradley Worrell and Claudia and Jon Sharpton in the death of Bradley and Claudia's grandfather.
Welcome to Dawson
Haleigh Kelley
Together This Week
Sunday, April 16
| 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 |
| 3:00 p.m. | Chapel Jazz Band/Chapel |
| 4:00 pm. | Chapel Puppets/351 North |
| 4:00 p.m. | Chapel Ensemble/Choir Room |
| 5:00 p.m. | Chapel Choir Rehearsal/Choir Room |
| 5:00 p.m. | Middle School Choir Rehearsal/354 North |
| 6:00 p.m. | DSM Sunday Nights/Various |
Monday, April 17
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Bible Study/Social Hall |
Tuesday, April 18
| 7:00 a.m. | Go Love Tell Prayer Meeting/Online |
| 10:30 a.m. | Sara Finley Life Group/100 West |
| 7:00 p.m. | AUXANO/Chapel |
Wednesday, April 19
| 9:30 a.m. | Adult Bible Studies/2nd FL North |
| 11:00 a.m. | MidWeek Bible Study/Chapel |
| 12:00 p.m. | Fellowship Lunch/Fellowship Hall |
| 4:45 p.m. |
Fellowship Supper/Fellowship Hall Hamburger Steak, Creamed Potatoes, Lima Beans, 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. | Sanctuary Choir/Choir Room |
| 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Orchestra/Sanctuary |
| 6:15 p.m. | DSM Middle School/The LOFT |
| 6:15 p.m. | DSM High School Community Groups/In Homes |
Thursday, April 20
| 9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
| 10:00 a.m. | Dawsonaires/Choir Room |
Friday, April 21
| 6:00 p.m. | Secret Church/Simulcast |
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