Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God our Father, who loved us and gave us eternal comfort and good hope through grace, comfort your hearts and establish them in every good work and word.
2 Thessalonians 2:16–17
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, August 4, 2024
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge concludes the sermon series from the Psalms with a message entitled The God Who Forgives from Psalm 86.
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, August 4, 2024
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge concludes the sermon series from the Psalms with a message entitled The God Who Forgives from Psalm 86.
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
JOIN US FOR CHOIR & ORCHESTRA
Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m., Choir Room & Sanctuary
We would love for you to “Meet Us in Rehearsal” in the Music & Worship Ministry this Fall. Dawson’s Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra rehearse on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. The Choir meets in the Choir Room and the Orchestra meets in the Sanctuary. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/musicandworship for more information.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
JOIN US FOR CHOIR & ORCHESTRA
Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m., Choir Room & Sanctuary
We would love for you to “Meet Us in Rehearsal” in the Music & Worship Ministry this Fall. Dawson’s Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra rehearse on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. The Choir meets in the Choir Room and the Orchestra meets in the Sanctuary. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/musicandworship for more information.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
August Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
Dawson Welcomes New Associate Minister to College Students
Dawson is excited to announce Avery Flynt as our new Associate Minister to College Students. Avery is no stranger to Dawson. She has served in our college ministry for three years as a BETA intern while attending Samford University. She recently graduated with a degree in Christian Ministry and will begin her studies for a Master of Divinity from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary this fall. Avery has a passion for showing students the beauty and depth of God’s Word and character through teaching and discipleship. Please join us in welcoming Avery and pray for her as she serves the college students in our city and our church.
Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org
LIFE GROUP LEADER SUMMIT
Sunday, August 4, 4:00 p.m., Chapel
Join Dawson’s Discipleship Team and your fellow leaders for an evening of encouragement and equipping. This evening will challenge you to consider how to Live Out Our Mission as we seek to become and help others become faithful servants of Jesus Christ. This summit is for all new and current Life Group leaders in all age groups. Visit dawsonchurch.org/leadersummit to register. For childcare reservations, please email Donna Allan at dallan@dawsonchurch.org.
Contact: Lainee Stidham at lstidham@dawsonchurch.org
THE JOY OF BEING A GREETER
Did you know that there is a special ministry that sets the tone for the Sunday morning worship experience? Dawson greeters are the first point of contact for all who enter. Being a greeter is a calling to serve with joy and love. If you would be interested in learning more about this opportunity to serve at a desk or exterior door, please contact Kristen Torres.
Contact: Kristen Torres at ktorres@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
LET US PRAY
Sundays, August 4 and 11, 8:00 a.m., Fellowship Hall
As we stand on the threshold of a new year, we step into this season with confidence and hope in Christ. We invite you to join us Sundays, August 4 and August 11, at 8:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall to pray for our new year at church and school. Praying persons of all ages are welcome!
Contact: Lainee Stidham at lstidham@dawsonchurch.org
Student Choirs Kickoff
Sunday, August 11, 5:00 p.m., 3rd FL North
If you are in grades 6-12, join us on Sunday, August 11, to kick-off a new year with our student choirs. The Chapel Choir meets in the Choir Room and the Middle School Choir meets in room 354 North. Each meets weekly from 5-6:00 p.m.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
GriefShare sessions to begin
Sunday, August 18, 3:00 p.m., North 254
GriefShare will begin a new 13-week session on Sunday, August 18, at 3:00 pm. GriefShare is a Christ-centered grief support group ministry meeting at Dawson. If you have lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, please consider joining us. You will receive information by video from Christian experts, group discussion regarding how the information can impact your life, and a personal workbook. The cost of $20 covers all meetings and materials. Register now at griefshare.org/groups/236915 or simply come on August 18 at 3:00 pm.
Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org
First Grade Bibles
Sunday, August 18, 3:00–5:00 p.m., FRC
Sunday, August 18, is a special day at Dawson when our first graders receive their first-grade Bible. We invite all first-graders and their families to a special First Grade Bible walk-thru in the FRC from 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. (You will register for a 30 minute time period.) Register at dawsonchurch.org/kids.
Contact: Hannah Adams at hadams@dawsonchurch.org
TOGETHER FOR LIFE
Sundays, beginning August 25, 9:45 a.m., Fellowship Hall
Together For Life is a 12-week Christian marriage course that equips engaged and newlywed couples with Biblical truth and practical skills to help their marriage thrive for a lifetime. In this free class, participants will hear from seasoned couples who will speak on relevant topics and experiences as well as share ways to navigate the joys and realities of marriage. Visit dawsonchurch.org/TFL for more information and to register.
Contact: Jacob Pierce at jpierce@dawsonchurch.org
An Evening with Tim Lovelace
Thursday, September 5, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Tim Lovelace, a Christian comedian, musician, and award-winning songwriter, will entertain us in the Chapel on Thursday, September 5, beginning at 6:00 pm. Though this is primarily a Senior Adult event, if you enjoy laughter and music, you are invited to attend. Tickets are $15 per person and can be purchased at the North Building Reception Desk.
Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org
HAVING THE MARRIAGE YOU’VE ALWAYS WANTED
Sunday, September 8, 9:45 a.m. & 4:00 p.m., Chapel
For a lot of couples, marriage is extremely hard work. This is true, not because our spouse can be so difficult, but because we are all broken people. In this one-day seminar we will learn practical ways to improve our communication, resolve conflict, all-the-while maximizing our joy and His glory. The first session will be from 9:45-10:45 a.m. in the Chapel. The second session will take place that afternoon. Please come with questions as there will be opportunities to ask them as a part of each session. Registration is requested, but not required except for childcare. For childcare for ages birth through fifth grade, please visit dawsonchurch.org/marriage.
Contact: Lainee Stidham at lstidham@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Prayer
Family Dedications
Margaret Thomas Lewis, daughter of Shelby and Pearson Lewis, will participate with her family in dedication this Sunday during the 8:30 a.m. worship service. Margaret was born on November 14, 2024. She joins her sister, Ellie. Her grandparents are Julie & Roy Schorsch of North Palm Beach, FL, and Ginger & Tom Lewis of Vestavia Hills.
Frances Claire Lee, daughter of Caroline and Mason Lee, will participate with her family in dedication this Sunday during the 11:00 a.m. worship service. Frances was born on February 16, 2024. Her grandparents are Melinda and Joe Tannehill of Monroe, LA, and Lisa and Randy Lee of Brooklet, GA.
Welcome to Dawson
Leah Hobart
Tim & Lesli Riley
Ordinance of Baptism
9:45 a.m. // Stephanie Clanton
Together This Week
Sunday, August 4
| 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 |
| 4:00 p.m. | Life Group Leader Summit/Chapel |
Monday, August 5
| No Evening Activities |
Tuesday, August 6
| 7:00 a.m. | Go Love Tell Prayer Meeting/Online |
| 10:30 a.m. | Sara Finley Life Group/100 West |
Wednesday, August 7
| 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Choir/Choir Room |
| 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Orchestra/Sanctuary |
Thursday, August 8
| No Evening Activities |
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.