For now we see in a mirror dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I have been fully known.
1 Corinthians 13:12
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, October 29, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will continue the sermon series The Life Of David with a message entitled The Warning Lights Of The Soul from 1 Samuel 27–30.
Worship Services
8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel
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 29, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will continue the sermon series The Life Of David with a message entitled The Warning Lights Of The Soul from 1 Samuel 27–30.
Worship Services
8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel
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
STEWARDSHIP 2024
Then the people rejoiced because they had given willingly, for with a whole heart they had offered freely to the Lord. 1 Chronicles 29:9
When I was a young adult, I tithed but it was more as an act of obedience. Because of that, there were times I saw tithing as what I was giving up. Over the years, God’s opened my eyes and my heart to see His work in my life – the things He’s done that I know only He gets the credit for and it’s changed that heart attitude.
1 Chronicles 29:9 talks about giving freely and wholeheartedly and the result of that type of giving being rejoicing. When we recognize that everything we have (our work, our intelligence, our talents and creativity, our families and our possessions) is FROM GOD, it changes how we think about giving back to Him. Instead of giving to God being giving up something else, it’s out of gratitude for what He has provided for us. When my focus is on gratitude and I don’t hold back but give freely, it does cause me to rejoice.
As we approach our time of Commitment, let’s rejoice as we give freely and wholeheartedly recognizing all God has provided. Commitment Cards will be collected November 5 through December 31 or you can make your commitment online at dawsonchurch.org/commitment.
Erin Lambert
Stewardship Team Member
STEWARDSHIP 2024
Then the people rejoiced because they had given willingly, for with a whole heart they had offered freely to the Lord. 1 Chronicles 29:9
When I was a young adult, I tithed but it was more as an act of obedience. Because of that, there were times I saw tithing as what I was giving up. Over the years, God’s opened my eyes and my heart to see His work in my life – the things He’s done that I know only He gets the credit for and it’s changed that heart attitude.
1 Chronicles 29:9 talks about giving freely and wholeheartedly and the result of that type of giving being rejoicing. When we recognize that everything we have (our work, our intelligence, our talents and creativity, our families and our possessions) is FROM GOD, it changes how we think about giving back to Him. Instead of giving to God being giving up something else, it’s out of gratitude for what He has provided for us. When my focus is on gratitude and I don’t hold back but give freely, it does cause me to rejoice.
As we approach our time of Commitment, let’s rejoice as we give freely and wholeheartedly recognizing all God has provided. Commitment Cards will be collected November 5 through December 31 or you can make your commitment online at dawsonchurch.org/commitment.
Erin Lambert
Stewardship Team Member
November Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
Ad Hoc Team Update: Sanctuary Renovations
The Ad Hoc Team for Sanctuary and Adjacent Space Renovations has worked diligently over the summer to finalize construction documents. These documents were revised in late Spring after the Ad Hoc Team took the project through a value engineering process. The documents were then completed at the end of July 2023. In August, Hoar Construction submitted the drawings to sub-contractors for pricing. In September, the Ad Hoc Team met with Hoar Construction to review the cost of this design. After careful examination, it was determined that while we have a great design, the overall cost of the project is more than our budget considerations.
We have decided to delay the capital campaign that was slated for January 2024 and construction will not begin in May 2024 as we had hoped. At this point, we do not know how long the delay will be. The Ad Hoc Team will continue to work with the designers and Hoar Construction to present a project that meets our needs at a cost that works within our financial expectations. Further updates will be shared with the Deacons and the church family throughout this process.
Together in Missions
Dawson Mission Stories
Sunday, October 29, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Come join us on Sunday, October 29 to celebrate God's work through Dawson's 2023 mission projects. Hear stories from Ecuador, Eurasia, Wales, Colorado, and more!
Contact: Kyle Bailey at kbailey@dawsonchurch.org
Christmas for a Child
Every year, Dawson members and Life Groups provide Christmas gifts for over one hundred children. This year is no exception; however, the ministry details have changed to be able to provide for more children. Here are the details:
- This year, children from our Kids Connection ministry will be the recipients of your newly purchased gifts.
- There will be 13 different size and age-group lists for you to consider.
- These shopping lists will be located in the Sanctuary Foyer throughout October.
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Simply follow the instructions on your list and return the new gifts to the Gathering Room (1st Floor North) anytime from now until November 30.
Please note that multiple children may receive the items you purchase instead of a single individual. For more information, contact Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org.
Operation Christmas Child
Sunday, November 12, Sanctuary Foyer
Thanks to the power of a simple shoebox, millions of children will hear the Gospel this year. Stop by the table in the Foyer to pick up a brochure and a flat shoebox. You can also pick up brochures and boxes at the Church Office on weekdays. All prepared shoeboxes must be turned in at the display table in the Sanctuary Foyer on or before November 12.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
Lovelady Center Supplies Drive
Dawson is hosting a hygiene supplies drive for the Lovelady Center. Donations will be accepted in the Gathering Room on Sundays and during church office hours between October 29 and November 19. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/missionsopportunities to see a complete list of needed items.
Contact: Kyle Bailey at kbailey@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
VETERANS DAY LUNCHEON
Thursday, November 9, 11:30 a.m., Fellowship Hall
Please join us in celebrating our veterans and active military personnel at a luncheon in the Fellowship Hall on Thursday, November 9 at 11:30 am. Veterans and their spouses, as well as active military personnel and their spouses, will be guests of Dawson at the luncheon. Nonveterans are also invited, and the cost of a ticket is $10. Reservations are required and can be made at the North Building Reception Desk. Darrell Piatt, a Dawson member, is our speaker, the Samford Honor Guard will present colors, and Brent Coleman will direct the Pizitz Girls’ Choir for our entertainment. The reservation deadline is Sunday, November 5.
You can help celebrate Veterans Day this year with a flower in memory or honor of a veteran and a photo. The flowers can be purchased at the North Building Reception Desk for $15 and will be used for decoration at our Veterans Day luncheon—you may take the plant home after the event. To share a photo of a veteran that day, please bring it to the Church Office prior to November 1. Pictures will be displayed by military branch. On the photo please list: the name of person; branch of service/rank; war served in (if applicable); and specific years of service.
Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org
DAWSON WIDOWS CHEER for SAMFORD's LADY BULLDOGS
Saturday, November 11, 2:00 p.m., Samford University
Come fill the stands and cheer on our Samford Women's Basketball team on November 11 at 2:00 p.m. in the Pete Hannah Center. Tickets and treats are included with your free registration. Please call (205) 871-7324 or stop by the North Building Reception Desk to reserve your spot.
Contact: Kristen Torres at ktorres@dawsonchurch.org
Travel to Iceland
Sunday, November 12, 6:00 p.m., 257 North
You are invited to join fellow Dawson members for an exciting and memorable tour of Iceland, July 17–26, 2024. You will experience the waterfalls, thermal features, glaciers, wildlife, and other God-created wonders famous in Iceland. A slideshow and details will be shared at the presentation meeting. Reservations begin at that time. For more information, contact Doug & Sandra Arendall at dsarendall@icloud.com.
Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Sunday, November 19, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 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, November 19 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Please register HERE. Reservations are required and lunch will be served. Preschool childcare is available upon request.
Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Gale and Tom Sawyer in the death of Gale’s mother.
Congratulations
Megan and Brandon Holley on the birth of their daughter, Margo Frances Holley,
on October 16, 2023.
Welcome to Dawson
Carlos Del Toro
Ben Myers
Together This Week
Sunday, October 29
| 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/254 North |
| 3:00 p.m. | Chapel Jazz Band/Chapel |
| 4:00 p.m. | Membership Matters/Social Hall |
| 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. | Dawson Mission Stories/Chapel |
| 6:30 p.m. | Chapel Puppets/351 North |
Monday, October 30
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Morning Bible Study/Social Hall |
Tuesday, October 31
| 7:00 a.m. | Go Love Tell Prayer Meeting/Online |
| 10:30 a.m. | Sara Finley Life Group/100 West |
Wednesday, November 1
| 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 Taco Salad, Dessert Kids Sacks: Crispitos |
| 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 Game Night/FRC |
| 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Choir/Choir Room |
| 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Orchestra/Sanctuary |
| 6:30 p.m. | High School Loft/The Loft |
Thursday, November 2
| 9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
| 10:00 a.m. | Dawsonaires/Choir Room |
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