I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in his word I hope.
Psalm 130:5
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, April 14, 2024
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge continues the sermon series on ACTS with a message entitled Philip from Acts 8:26–40.
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, April 14, 2024
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge continues the sermon series on ACTS with a message entitled Philip from Acts 8:26–40.
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
WILL YOU SERVE AT KIDLIFE?
Monday–Thursday, June 3–6, 9:00 a.m.–Noon
KidLife, Dawson’s version of VBS, will be held on campus June 3–6. Our theme this year is “Pass the Torch,” and we will need hundreds of volunteers to join our Summer Olympics Team to teach preschoolers and children to let their lights shine as they Love Jesus, Believe the Bible, Serve 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 at dawsonchurch.org/KidLife.
Contact: Meg Brown at mbrown@dawsonchurch.org
WILL YOU SERVE AT KIDLIFE?
Monday–Thursday, June 3–6, 9:00 a.m.–Noon
KidLife, Dawson’s version of VBS, will be held on campus June 3–6. Our theme this year is “Pass the Torch,” and we will need hundreds of volunteers to join our Summer Olympics Team to teach preschoolers and children to let their lights shine as they Love Jesus, Believe the Bible, Serve 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 at dawsonchurch.org/KidLife.
Contact: Meg Brown at mbrown@dawsonchurch.org
April Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
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 2025. Names of people to be considered for these positions should be submitted to the Church Office by Sunday, April 28. You may submit names by emailing your nominations to nominate@dawsonchurch.org. You may also complete your forms by hand and return them to the Church Office or drop them in the offering receptacles. Forms are available at the Church Office. To nominate online:
- Go to dawsonchurch.org/nominate.
- Click the link “Nominate Now,” and read the description.
- Click the link “2025 Leadership Positions” to bring up the online form.
- In the form, type the names you wish to suggest for the various positions. (You do not have to submit names for all positions).
- When finished, click “send,” and your suggestions will be sent to the Church Office.
Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Missions
Male VOLUNTEERS Needed FOR KAIROS WEEKEND
Dawson is seeking male volunteers to serve at an upcoming Kairos Prison Ministry weekend at the Donaldson Correctional Facility, May 9–May 12. Kairos Prison Ministry International, Inc. (Kairos) is a lay-led, interdenominational Christian ministry in which volunteers bring Christ’s love and forgiveness to prisoners and their families. If you are interested in participating in this life-changing event or would like more information on how to support this ministry, please contact Steven Hamby at steven_hamby@yahoo.com.
Together in Bible Study
SECRET CHURCH SIMULCAST
Friday, April 19, 6:00 p.m.
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 19. 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 Ruth. More than just a love story, the book of Ruth reveals how the whole world is in need of redemption. This night is also an opportunity to learn about and pray for the persecuted church in North Korea, Cambodia, and Indonesia. Please register HERE.
Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
Fostering Faithfully— Support group for foster parents
Wednesdays, April 17 and May 22, 6:00 p.m., 254 North
Whether you're a seasoned foster parent or just beginning your fostering journey, Fostering Faithfully is a support group that provides foster parents the opportunity to walk alongside each other offering support, sharing resources, and building a community within our church. Our focus will be to equip foster parents with practical strategies for managing the unique needs of children in our homes, seek biblical wisdom and guidance in navigating the complexities of foster care, and encourage and uplift one another through the challenges and triumphs of fostering. Together, let’s lean on God’s grace and support one another as we strive to foster faithfully. Join us on April 17 and May 22 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 254 North.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
1st Grade Parent Orientation
Sunday, April 28, 9:45 a.m., Choir Room
Parents of rising 1st graders, please make plans to join us during the Life Group hour on April 28. Minister to Children, Meg Brown, will share what you can expect during your child's five years with Dawson Kids. We will talk about 1st Grade Bibles, Life Groups, Collide, sitting in worship, and more. Our Dawson Kids team wants to help equip you to disciple your children through this next season.
Contact: Hannah Adams at hadams@dawsonchurch.org
DYP spring retreat
May 3 & 4, Camp Dawson
Dawson Young Professionals, please join us at Camp Dawson on Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4 as we unplug for a weekend getaway of rest, recreation, and perspective. We’ll hear from Tom Settle as he helps us grapple with what it means to live against the cultural currents as a Young Adult. There is no cost for this event. Register at dawsonchurch.org/DYPretreat.
Contact: Jacob Pierce at jpierce@dawsonchurch.org
Rising 6th Grade Orientation
Sunday, May 5, 12:00 p.m., The LOFT
Parents of rising 6th graders! We are excited to have your student join us in the fall. We would like to meet you and your student and share what you can expect from Dawson’s Student Ministry. On Sunday, May 5, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m., we will meet in The LOFT on the 3rd floor of the Arendall Building. At the meeting you will hear the purpose behind what we do, receive an overview of what happens in student ministry, hear from a panel of DSM parents and volunteers, have an opportunity to ask questions, and tour the DSM space. Parents and rising 6th grade students are invited to attend. No registration needed.
Contact: Bryan Howard at bhoward@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Charles Chamblee in the death of his brother.
Monica and Randy Poe in the death of Monica’s father, and Jordan, Jessie, and Zander Poe
in the death of their grandfather.
Shirley Redding in the death of her husband, Rogers Redding.
In Loving Memory
Rogers Redding — April 7, 2024
Welcome to Dawson
Stephanie Clanton
Jon and Cathy Vance
Together This Week
Sunday, April 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 |
| 3:00 p.m. | GriefShare/254 North |
| 3:00 p.m. | Chapel Jazz Band/Chapel |
| 4:00 p.m. | Chapel Ensemble/Choir Room |
| 5:00 p.m. | Chapel Choir & Middle School Choir Rehearsal/Various |
| 6:30 p.m. | Chapel Puppets/351 North |
Monday, April 15
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Morning Bible Study/Social Hall |
Tuesday, April 16
| 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 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 Hamburger Steak, Creamed Potatoes, Lima Beans, Salad, Bread, Dessert Kids Sacks: Chicken Bites |
| 6:00 p.m. | Fostering Faithfully Support Group,254 North |
| 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, April 18
| 9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
| 7:00 p.m. | Village/In Homes |
Friday, April 19
| 6:00 p.m. | Secret Church Simulcast |
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