Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.
1 Peter 1:3
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, January 14, 2024
This Sunday, during our 8:30 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. services, Dr. David Eldridge continues the sermon series ACTS with a message entitled Waiting from Acts 1:15–26. Rev. Bryan Howard, Dawson’s Minister to Students, will share a special message during our 11:00 a.m. service.
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, January 14, 2024
This Sunday, during our 8:30 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. services, Dr. David Eldridge continues the sermon series ACTS with a message entitled Waiting from Acts 1:15–26. Rev. Bryan Howard, Dawson’s Minister to Students, will share a special message during our 11:00 a.m. service.
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
MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m., Chapel and 6:00 p.m., Social Hall
We all have questions about death and the life beyond. Despite the strong assurance the Bible gives us about life beyond the grave, Christians are often troubled by many questions related to death. What will happen on the day of judgment? Will we have bodies in heaven? Will there be rewards in heaven? Will we recognize and truly know our loved ones? During this semester, Pastor David (and several other Dawson Ministry Staff members) will shed light on these questions and many more as we look to God’s word to see what the Bible teaches about dying, death, and life beyond the grave.
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m., Chapel and 6:00 p.m., Social Hall
We all have questions about death and the life beyond. Despite the strong assurance the Bible gives us about life beyond the grave, Christians are often troubled by many questions related to death. What will happen on the day of judgment? Will we have bodies in heaven? Will there be rewards in heaven? Will we recognize and truly know our loved ones? During this semester, Pastor David (and several other Dawson Ministry Staff members) will shed light on these questions and many more as we look to God’s word to see what the Bible teaches about dying, death, and life beyond the grave.
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
January Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
Educational Scholarship Applications
Applications for Fall 2024–Spring 2025 scholarships from the Dawson Foundation Educational Scholarship Fund must be received in the Church Office, or postmarked, on or before February 1, 2024, to be considered. Applications are available in the Church Office or can be emailed to you. Please contact the church to request an application or Sally Holmes for more information. The Dawson Foundation Educational Scholarship Fund is primarily designed to give assistance to deserving young people to support educational opportunities that would otherwise not be possible.
Contact: Sally Holmes at sholmes@dawsonchurch.org
JOIN THE SANCTUARY CHOIR & ORCHESTRA THIS WEDNESDAY
Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m., Choir Room & Sanctuary
Did you love Candlelight? Do you want to see what it is like to be a part of Choir or Orchestra? We would love for you to join the Music & Worship Ministry this Spring. The Sanctuary Choir & Orchestra rehearse on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. The Choir will meet in the Choir Room and the Orchestra will meet in the Sanctuary.
For more information, please visit dawsonchurch.org/musicandworship.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Missions
2024 MISSION TRIP INTEREST LUNCHEON
Sunday, January 21, 12:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall
Want to serve with a Dawson Mission Team in 2024? Join us after the 11:00 a.m. service on January 21 for a free luncheon to learn more about these exciting opportunities! Register at dawsonchurch.org/missions by January 14.
Contact: Kyle Bailey at kbailey@dawsonchurch.org
Dawsonaires Ministry Day at Fair Haven
Thursday, January 18
The Dawsonaires are taking their ministry off campus to a nearby senior living community, Fair Haven. They will be presenting Scripture-centered music of various styles. Please pray for the Dawsonaires as they use this opportunity to serve our community through fellowship and song.
Contact: Dan Mullis at dmullis@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Bible Study
MEN'S BREAKFAST & BIBLE STUDY
Mondays, 7:00 a.m., Social Hall
This spring we will study the Gospels and spend most of our time in the Gospel of Mark. The study begins on January 8 at 7:00 a.m. and will adjourn promptly at 8:00 a.m. each week. Our last meeting will be on Monday, May 20. For those who would like breakfast, the cost is $6 and is served at 7:00 a.m. in the Social Hall. Neal Schooley will email notes to all participants before each Monday’s session. Men of all ages are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Contact: Neal Schooley at nschoole@bellsouth.net
Together in Ministries
AUXANO Kickoff
Tuesday, January 16, 7:00 p.m., Chapel
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.
Contact: Cole Griffith at cgriffith@dawsonchurch.org
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Sunday, January 28, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Social Hall
At Dawson, we believe church membership matters. Dawson’s Membership Matters Class is offered for all guests and new members. 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. Please join us for the next Membership Matters class on Sunday, January 28. Reservations are required and lunch will be provided. Preschool childcare is available upon request. Register today at dawsonchurch.org/membershipmatters.
Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org
REGISTER FOR ALL IN 4 HIM
Saturday, February 3, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
ALL IN 4 HIM is an event for kids dedicated to Bible study, worship, games, and interactive learning activities. Our theme for 2024 is “Jesus Christ, My Living Hope.” We will take this theme and devote our time to making this Bible truth a part of each 1st–5th grader’s everyday life. To learn more information and to register, please visit dawsonchurch.org/4Him.
Contact: Meg Brown at mbrown@dawsonchurch.org
DAY SCHOOL REGISTRATION
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 2024–2025 school year has begun for current students and members of Dawson’s church family. Community registration begins January 16. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/dayschool for more information.
Contact: Kathy Daniel at kdaniel@dawsonchurch.org
SIGN UP FOR SPRING MUSIC LESSONS AT DAWSON MUSIC ACADEMY
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
Together in Prayer
Family Dedication
Lottie Katherine Mahaffey, daughter of Ben and Lindsey, will participate with her family
in dedication this Sunday during the 8:30 a.m. worship service. Lottie Kate was born
on April 3, 2023. She has two older brothers, James and Jacob. Her grandparents
are Mr. and Mrs. Mark Odom of Birmingham, Mr. and Mrs. David Haywood
of Birmingham, and Mr. and Mrs. Mark Woodruff of Sherman, Texas.
In Love and Sympathy
Katherine and Larry Newman in the death of their son-in-law.
Wendy Ellison in the death of her sister, Robbie Pricket.
In Loving Memory
Robbie Prickett - January 5, 2024
Ordinance of Baptism
9:45 a.m. - Sarah Czaicki, Lauren Wetzel
11:00 a.m. - Luke Jonas
Welcome to Dawson
Mary Ann Cuenin
Brad Prosch
Together This Week
Sunday, January 14
| 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 |
Monday, January 15
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day Church Office & FRC Closed |
Tuesday, January 16
| 10:30 a.m. | Sara Finley Life Group/100 West |
| 7:00 p.m. | AUXANO/Chapel |
Wednesday, January 17
| 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 Spaghetti, Tossed Salad, Garlic Bread, Dessert Kids Sacks: Corn Dogs |
| 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, January 18
| 9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
| 10:00 a.m. | Dawsonaires/Choir Room |
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