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Week Of September 17, 2023 VOL 26, NO.38

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Together in Worship

Sunday, September 17, 2023

This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will continue the sermon series The Life Of David with a message entitled David And Goliath from 1 Samuel 17.

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, September 17, 2023

This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will continue the sermon series The Life Of David with a message entitled David And Goliath from 1 Samuel 17.

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
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What's Happening

ANNUAL CHURCH CONFERENCE

Sunday, October 1, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Dawson’s Annual Church Conference will take place Sunday, October 1, at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel. We will discuss several key items of business, including the 2024 Church Budget, the 2024 Nominating Team Report, the introduction of the newly nominated deacons, and a report from the Dawson Foundation. The Ad Hoc Team for Sanctuary and Adjacent Space Renovations will bring a report to the church for phase one of the Master Plan presented in May of 2022. The first phase is for renovation of the Sanctuary and East Commons area. Please join us for this important Church Conference meeting.

Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org

ANNUAL CHURCH CONFERENCE

Sunday, October 1, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Dawson’s Annual Church Conference will take place Sunday, October 1, at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel. We will discuss several key items of business, including the 2024 Church Budget, the 2024 Nominating Team Report, the introduction of the newly nominated deacons, and a report from the Dawson Foundation. The Ad Hoc Team for Sanctuary and Adjacent Space Renovations will bring a report to the church for phase one of the Master Plan presented in May of 2022. The first phase is for renovation of the Sanctuary and East Commons area. Please join us for this important Church Conference meeting.

Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org

September Memory Verse

For we know in part and we prophesy in part, but when the perfect comes,
the partial will pass away.
1 Corinthians 13:9–10

Together in Giving & Serving

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SANCTUARY CHOIR & ORCHESTRA CANDLELIGHT PREMIERE Sunday, September 17, 4:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall

Candlelight season is quickly approaching! If you would like to sing or play for Candlelight 2023, then come join the Sanctuary Choir & Orchestra for the premiere of this year’s music. We will gather in the Fellowship Hall for refreshments, share this year’s theme, general flow of the service, and take our first look at exciting, fresh, and familiar songs.

Contact Dan Mullis at dmullis@dawsonchurch.org if you would like to play with the orchestra. 

Contact John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org if you would like to sing with the choir.

Together in Missions

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ESL CLASSES: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

English as a Second Language classes are back at Dawson! Classes are every Thursday morning from 9:00-10:30  a.m. on the 2nd floor of the North Building. We still need a few volunteers to help with transportation and childcare. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Ben Hale.

Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org

Together in Bible Study

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MENS BREAKFAST & BIBLE STUDY Mondays, 7:00 a.m., Social Hall

This group, led by Dr. Neal Schooley, will be studying the Minor Prophets. 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.

Contact: Neal Schooley at nschoole@bellsouth.net

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MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m., Chapel | 6:00 p.m., Social Hall

Join us on Wednesdays as we discover biblical truths that undo common misconceptions and sayings we may have accepted as truths. During the semester, Pastor David (and several other Dawson Ministry Staff members) will shed light on what the Bible actually teaches us. Some topics include:

  • God Helps Those Who Help Themselves
  • God Won’t Put More On You Than You Can Bear
  • When God Shuts A Door, He Opens A Window
  • Christians Shouldn’t Judge
  • Everything Happens For A Reason
  • Time Heals All Wounds


Please join us as we discover what the Bible really says about these topics. Led by Dr. David Eldridge.

Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org

Together in Ministries

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SEPTEMBER BOOK REVIEW Monday, September 18, 10:00 am, Social Hall

Kristen Torres will review Prayers from the Heart by Richard Foster, along with selections from other all-time favorite books of prayer, and she will share their impact on her own life. In the introduction to Prayers from the Heart, the author writes:

"My whole life, in one sense, has been an experiment in how to be a portable sanctuary, learning to practice the presence of God in the midst of the stresses and strains of contemporary life."

During the presentation, Kristen will offer pockets of prayer experiences to help us learn to practice the presence of God in our daily lives. For more information, please contact Tommy Sanders.

Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org

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Preschool Family Night: Ark Encounter Sunday, September 24, 4:00 p.m., East Atrium

Preschoolers and their families are invited to experience the “Noah’s Ark” Bible story like never before! Families will meet Noah and his wife before traveling through interactive stations to learn how they can obey God and rely on His promises. We’ll end the night in the North Parking Lot as we enjoy a petting zoo, inflatables, and more! Children are encouraged to wear rain gear and bring a stuffed animal to donate to Kids Connection. This event is free and open to the community. Reservations are not required for this free event. Invite your friends to join you!

Contact: Brooke Gibson at bgibson@dawsonchurch.org

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AUXANO: FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Chapel

The in-between years (18–29) are typically marked by transition, connection, and growth. Our weekly worship service for college students and young adults, AUXANO, exists to help you walk through the transition and to facilitate connection and growth. This service meets on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel on Dawson’s campus. We gather together every week to worship God through song, prayer, and the Word. Please join us on Tuesdays this fall, and invite your friends and co-workers.

Contact: Kara Fincher at kfincher@dawsonchurch.org

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Village: For College Students Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., In Homes

Village is a great opportunity to find community at Dawson during the semester. These groups meet every Thursday night at 7:00 p.m. at a church member’s home as we enjoy a meal together before our weekly time in the Word. Please contact Cole Griffith for more information on locations.

Contact: Cole Griffith at cgriffith@dawsonchurch.org

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Day School Extra Teachers and Substitutes Needed

The Dawson Day School offers Bible-based preschool care and teaching for children 18 months old through Pre-K in a half-day program each week during the school year. We currently have 107 students enrolled, and are seeking additional teachers and substitute teachers for the 2023-2024 school year. For more information or to apply, please contact Kathy Daniel, Dawson’s Day School Director.

Contact: Kathy Daniel at kdaniel@dawsonchurch.org

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HE NEVER FAILED ME YET 2023 CHAPEL CHOIR HOME CONCERT MUSIC

The Chapel Choir 2023 home concert music is now available to listen to or download from Spotify, iTunes, YouTube or wherever you stream music. Simply search for Dawson Music & Worship. For more information please contact John Woods.

Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org

Together in Prayer

In Love and Sympathy

Dick Toya in the death of his brother.

Congratulations

Jordan and Beau Dean on the birth of their son, Rhett Woodham Dean, on September 1, 2023.

Sarah and Trenton Cleghern on the birth of their daughter, Sophia Elise Cleghern,
on September 7, 2023.

Welcome to Dawson

Lucas Stidham

Together This Week

Sunday, September 17

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. GriefShare/253 North
4:30 p.m. Candlelight Premiere/Fellowship Hall

Monday, September 18

7:00 a.m. Men's Morning Bible Study/Social Hall
10:00 a.m. Book Review/Social Hall

Tuesday, September 19

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, September 20

9:30 a.m. Adult Bible Studies/2nd FL North
11:00 p.m. MidWeek Bible Study/Chapel
12:00 p.m. Fellowship Lunch/Fellowship Hall
4:45 p.m. Fellowship Supper/Fellowship Hall
Veggie Plate, Cornbread, Slaw & 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. 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, September 21

9:00 a.m. ESL Classes/2nd FL North
10:00 a.m. Dawsonaires/Choir Room
7:00 p.m. College Village/In Homes

 

Watch us live at live.dawsonchurch.org, or watch us each week on CBS 42 on Sundays (one week delayed) at 10:00 a.m.