Having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints.
Ephesians 1:18
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, October 6, 2024
This Sunday, Dr. Brad Gowing, Dawson's Executive Pastor, continues the sermon series from Acts with a message entitled Ephesus from Acts18:24–20:1.
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 6, 2024
This Sunday, Dr. Brad Gowing, Dawson's Executive Pastor, continues the sermon series from Acts with a message entitled Ephesus from Acts18:24–20:1.
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
ANNUAL CHURCH CONFERENCE
Sunday, October 6, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Dawson’s Annual Church Conference will take place Sunday, October 6, at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel. We will discuss several key items of business, including the 2025 Church Budget, Audit Team Report, 2025 Nominating Team Report, the introduction of the newly nominated deacons, and a report from the Dawson Foundation. Please join us for this important Church Conference meeting.
Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org
ANNUAL CHURCH CONFERENCE
Sunday, October 6, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Dawson’s Annual Church Conference will take place Sunday, October 6, at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel. We will discuss several key items of business, including the 2025 Church Budget, Audit Team Report, 2025 Nominating Team Report, the introduction of the newly nominated deacons, and a report from the Dawson Foundation. Please join us for this important Church Conference meeting.
Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org
October Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
Deacon Ordination Service
Sunday, October 20, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Each year, Dawson elects faithful servants within the church family to serve a three-year term on the Board of Deacons. This year, three of those elected members will be ordained. The service will take place in the Chapel at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 20. Please join us for a time of celebration and commitment. If childcare is needed, please contact Donna Allan at dallan@dawsonchurch.org by Wednesday, October 16.
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
DSM Host Homes for DNOW
January 17–19, 2025
DNOW is right around the corner (January 17–19), and the DSM team is working hard to make it a meaningful and impactful weekend. During this weekend, students stay in host homes around the city, and your help is needed! We are expecting a large number of students to attend this year and want plenty of host homes to make this the best and safest opportunity for meaningful discipleship. For more information, please contact Ashbelle Henry, or visit dawsonchurch.org/students to complete an interest form. Responses are needed by November 10, 2024.
Contact: Ashbelle Henry at ahenry@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Missions
Kids Connection Christmas
Every year, Dawson members and Life Groups provide Christmas gifts for over one hundred children. This year you will have the opportunity to provide gifts for local children through Kids Connection. 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. Simply follow the instructions on your list and return the new gifts to the Gathering Room (1st Floor North) anytime from now until November 22. Please note that multiple children may receive the items you purchase instead of a single individual.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
Women on Mission
Monday, October 21, 10:00 a.m., Social Hall
Christian leaders in East Africa face great resistance and persecution for their faith. As part of a conference for these dedicated leaders, Birch and Karon Bowdre presented an Old Testament survey that focused on redemption and the foretelling of Jesus. Join us to hear the story of their experience. Come early and enjoy delicious brunch food and coffee.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Bible Study
Midweek Bible Study
Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m., Chapel, 6:00 p.m., Social Hall
Please join us as we examine some questions every Christian should ask (and answer). Pastor David and other staff members will help us discover how Scripture answers these critical questions. Some of the topics include:
- Is the Bible actually true?
- Were Adam and Eve real people?
- Can we know for sure that Jesus was raised from the dead?
- Why does a good God allow so much suffering?
- Does the Bible condone genocide?
- Does the Bible justify slavery?
- Does the Bible actually condemn same-sex relationships?
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
Scripture Seekers
Sundays, beginning October 6, 5:00 p.m., 242 East
Scripture Seekers is a 6-week Scripture memory and Bible skills event for kids in grades 3-5. Each session is full of games, Bible verse memory activities, and Key Bible Passage competency. All 3rd-5th graders are invited to this fun-filled time of learning. Register today at dawsonchurch.org/kids.
Contact: Jessica Orso at jorso@dawsonchurch.org
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Sunday, October 20, 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. The next Membership Matters class is on Sunday, October 20 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Please register HERE. Reservations are required and lunch will be provided. Preschool childcare is available upon request.
Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org
FALL FESTIVAL 2024
Friday, October 25, 6:00–8:30 p.m.
Please join us for Fall Festival 2024 for a night of bingo, inflatables, food, rides, a petting zoo, and a laser light show! You and your family can experience lights in the sky while participating in our traditional activities like cake walk, kids games, and more for the whole family! Volunteers are still needed for Fall Festival. If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please contact Bre Huff for more information.
Contact: Bre Huff at bhuff@dawsonchurch.org
REFRESHMENT FOR YOUR SOUL
Sunday, October 27, 2:00–5:00 p.m., Aldridge Gardens
When the busyness of life overwhelms us, it becomes ever more important to connect with God. A Quiet Retreat can be refreshment for your soul. We encourage you to bring your Bible, a journal, and an open heart, ready to receive what the Lord has in store. Register at dawsonchurch.org/women.
Contact: Kristen Torres at ktorres@dawsonchurch.org
DSM Girl's Retreat
November 9–10, 2024 at Camp Dawson
Pack your overnight bag, card games, bible, and slippers: It’s time for CAMP! Girls in the 6th-12th grades are invited to join Dawson’s Student Ministry for a real retreat away from the busyness of the fall semester at Camp Dawson. Our prayer for this time is to provide a space for girls to grow in their relationship with Jesus, with one another, and come home rested (spiritually) through time away from the rush and worry of everyday life. Registration closes on Sunday, October 27. Please contact Ashbelle Henry for more information.
Contact: Ashbelle Henry at ahenry@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Prayer
In Loving Memory
Betty Stonecypher in the death of her sister.
Congratulations
Kathryn and Paul Dobnikar on the birth of their daughter, Kathryn Mae Dobnikar,
on September 25, 2024.
Welcome to Dawson
Abby Horton
Gene Hurst
Reisa Jackson
Elizabeth Pitts
Ordinance of Baptism
8:30 a.m. // Leah Hobart
9:45 a.m. // Eric Donovan, Marisa Donovan, Brady Donovan & Beau Donovan
11:00 a.m. // Noah Day & Nolan Isley
Together This Week
Sunday, October 6
| 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. | Student Choir Rehearsals/Various |
| 5:00 p.m. | Scripture Seekers/242 East |
| 6:00 p.m. | Church Conference/Chapel |
Monday, October 7
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Morning Bible Study/Social Hall |
Tuesday, October 8
| 7:00 a.m. | Go Love Tell Prayer Meeting/Online |
| 9:30 a.m. | Handmade/254 North |
| 10:30 a.m. | Sara Finley Life Group/100 West |
| 7:00 p.m. | AUXANO/Chapel |
Wednesday, October 9
| 9:30 a.m. | Adult Bible Studies/2nd FL North |
| 11:00 a.m. | MidWeek Bible Study/Chapel |
| 12:00 p.m. | Fellowship Lunch/Fellowship Hall |
| 4:45 p.m. |
Fellowship Supper/Fellowship Hall Hamburger Steak & Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Salad, Bread, Dessert Kids Sacks: Chicken Bites |
| 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, October 10
| 9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
| 10:00 a.m. | Dawsonaires/Choir Room |
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