But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.
Isaiah 40:31
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, February 18, 2024
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge continues the sermon series on ACTS with a message entitled Deceit from Acts 4:32–5:11.
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, February 18, 2024
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge continues the sermon series on ACTS with a message entitled Deceit from Acts 4:32–5:11.
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
SHORT-TERM MISSION PROJECTS
Applications for 2024 Dawson short-term mission trips are now open! Opportunities include: serving with a children’s ministry in Honduras, leading a sports camp in Colorado, offering medical care to refugees in Uganda, and more! To register, please visit dawsonchurch.org/serve and click on “Global Missions” to get started.
Contact: Kyle Bailey at kbailey@dawsonchurch.org
SHORT-TERM MISSION PROJECTS
Applications for 2024 Dawson short-term mission trips are now open! Opportunities include: serving with a children’s ministry in Honduras, leading a sports camp in Colorado, offering medical care to refugees in Uganda, and more! To register, please visit dawsonchurch.org/serve and click on “Global Missions” to get started.
Contact: Kyle Bailey at kbailey@dawsonchurch.org
February Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Sunday, March 3, 4:00 p.m.–6:00 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. The next Membership Matters class is on Sunday, March 3 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. To register, please visit dawsonchurch.org/membershipmatters. Reservations are required and preschool childcare is available upon request.
Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Missions
Visit Dawson's Library
The Dawson Library supports all church ministries and individuals by providing biblically-based resources to encourage and enrich Christian life and service. You are invited to explore our extensive collection of books, DVDs, CDs, Bible references, study guides, and other media. All materials, even reference materials, are available for lending. Whether your interest is in fiction, nonfiction, biography, culture, faith-based study, music, family entertainment, or countless other topics, you’ll be glad you visited the Dawson Library. Please feel free to use our online catalog, or stop by to see us in person during our library hours. We are located in Room 220, 2nd Floor, East Building. Our hours are:
Sundays: 8:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Tuesdays: 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Wednesdays: 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Contact: Rachael Daughtry at rdaughtry@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Bible Study
AUXANO: FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS
Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Chapel
Our weekly worship service for college students and young adults, AUXANO, exists to help you walk through the transition for the in-between years (18–29) and to facilitate connection and growth. In this service, we gather together to worship God through song, prayer, and the Word. Please plan to join us on Tuesdays this spring.
Contact: Cole Griffith at cgriffith@dawsonchurch.org
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
Together in Ministries
Register today for BREAKAWAY 2024
July 19–22, 2024
Students, are you ready for the BEST TRIP of your summer 2024?! For BREAKAWAY 2024, students (grades 6–12) are headed to Panama City Beach, FL, from Friday, July 19, through Monday, July 22. Each day will be packed full of worship sessions, preaching from our Camp Pastor, Jason Curry, free time at the beach, REC games, and epic late nights! We are excited to grow in Christ and in community as we have a blast at Cottages Christian Retreat. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/breakaway for more information and to register. Make plans to join us and register today!
Contact: Bryan Howard at bhoward@dawsonchurch.org
JUST A NOTE
Thursday, March 7, 9:30 a.m., 252 North
Do you enjoy writing notes to encourage others? If so, then We. Need. You. Dawson women are invited to join us in Room 252 North at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 7 to learn about our Handwritten Ministry.
Contact: Lainee Stidham at lstidham@dawsonchurch.org
Guys Retreat
March 8–9, 2024
This year’s Guys Retreat is March 8–9, at Camp Dawson. Over the weekend, we will explore biblical manhood through the lens of Scripture. This event is open to all 6th through 12th grade guys and their dads. The cost is $30 per attendee. If you cannot come on Friday night, you are still welcome to come join us on Saturday. Registration is now open and closes on February 29. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/students for more information and to register.
Contact: Bryan Howard at bhoward@dawsonchurch.org
REGISTER FOR SUMMER MUSIC CAMP AT DAWSON MUSIC ACADEMY
Dawson Music Academy invites all preschool-5th graders to join us for Summer Music Camp, July 8–12. Music Camp is a fun-filled week with music and friends that includes instruments and musical exploration, rec games, art activities, worship rallies, and more! Reserve your spot today at dawsonmusicacademy.org and use the code "SUMMERFUN" for $10 off.
Contact: Kimberly Jones at kjones@dawsonchurch.org
Help us celebrate 100 years!
Dawson will celebrate our 100-year anniversary in April 2025. We are looking for treasures and memorabilia to help us share the story of God’s faithfulness to Dawson over the last 100 years. Please bring your items to the Church Office during our regular weekday office hours. NOTE: In order for us to return these treasures, you must label all items with your name and phone number. Please contact Jan Jones at janjones2436@gmail.com for more information.
Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Family and friends of Dolores Martin.
Melissa and Barry Allphin in the death of Barry’s brother.
Amy and Keith Miller in the death of Keith’s mother.
In Loving Memory
Dolores Martin – February 12, 2024
Welcome to Dawson
Turner Chambers
Together This Week
Sunday, February 18
| 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 |
| 3:00 p.m. | Chapel Jazz Band/Chapel |
| 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 |
| 6:30 p.m. | Chapel Puppets/351 North |
Monday, February 19
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Morning Bible Study/Social Hall |
Tuesday, February 20
| 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, February 21
| 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 Swedish Meatballs, Buttered Noodles, English Peas, Salad, Bread, Dessert Kids Sacks: Pizza Sticks |
| 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, February 22
| 9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
| 10:00 a.m. | Dawsonaires/Choir Room |
| 7:00 p.m. | Village/In Homes |
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