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 27, 2024
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge continues the sermon series from Acts with a message entitled Defense from Acts 22.
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 27, 2024
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge continues the sermon series from Acts with a message entitled Defense from Acts 22.
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
TRUST & TREASURE
“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” are words I knew, but only came to understand later in life. It wasn’t until I was married and took a Crown Financial class at Dawson that I began to realize a powerful truth that it’s all God’s—everything. From an early age, I knew I had a responsibility to tithe part of what was mine. That sounds ridiculous even now as I write it (mine?), but that is what I thought. Beyond that, I had no concept of tithing as a spiritual discipline. I thought tithing was a financial decision to support the ministries of our church. I now know it is so much more than that. It is a regular reminder of my dependence on my heavenly Father. It makes me understand, in all new ways, how He is Faithful and True.
This lesson is something my husband Joe and I wanted our children to learn and understand. We want them to have the comfort of knowing it is all God’s. It is truly freeing to know that nothing is ours—we are only stewards. We felt the best way to help them experience this was to give them a small monthly income in the form of an allowance. Our sole purpose was for them to learn the discipline and the blessing of tithing. It is our prayer that by doing this now, while they are young, it will become second nature and grow in spiritual maturity as they see they, too, can trust God with everything. The words of Matthew 6:21 are no longer just memorized words in my head, rather they are words that have now been understood with my heart. As commitment Sunday approaches, my prayer for all of us is that we can say unequivocally that the “Lord has my heart; He is my treasure.”
Dianah Ellis
Stewardship Team Member
TRUST & TREASURE
“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” are words I knew, but only came to understand later in life. It wasn’t until I was married and took a Crown Financial class at Dawson that I began to realize a powerful truth that it’s all God’s—everything. From an early age, I knew I had a responsibility to tithe part of what was mine. That sounds ridiculous even now as I write it (mine?), but that is what I thought. Beyond that, I had no concept of tithing as a spiritual discipline. I thought tithing was a financial decision to support the ministries of our church. I now know it is so much more than that. It is a regular reminder of my dependence on my heavenly Father. It makes me understand, in all new ways, how He is Faithful and True.
This lesson is something my husband Joe and I wanted our children to learn and understand. We want them to have the comfort of knowing it is all God’s. It is truly freeing to know that nothing is ours—we are only stewards. We felt the best way to help them experience this was to give them a small monthly income in the form of an allowance. Our sole purpose was for them to learn the discipline and the blessing of tithing. It is our prayer that by doing this now, while they are young, it will become second nature and grow in spiritual maturity as they see they, too, can trust God with everything. The words of Matthew 6:21 are no longer just memorized words in my head, rather they are words that have now been understood with my heart. As commitment Sunday approaches, my prayer for all of us is that we can say unequivocally that the “Lord has my heart; He is my treasure.”
Dianah Ellis
Stewardship Team Member
October Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
DNow Host Homes Needed
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. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/students to complete an interest form or contact Ashbelle Henry for more information. Responses are needed by November 10, 2024.
Contact: Ashbelle Henry at ahenry@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Missions
Operation Christmas Child
Thanks to the power of a simple shoebox, millions of children will hear the Gospel this year. Stop by the table in the Foyer to pick up a brochure and a flat shoebox. You can also pick up brochures and boxes at the Church Office on weekdays. All prepared shoeboxes must be turned in at the display table in the Sanctuary Foyer on or before November 17.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
Kids Connection Christmas
This year you have an 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. Shopping lists are located in the Sanctuary Foyer. Please return the new gifts to the Gathering Room (1st Floor North) anytime from now until November 22.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
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, Camp Dawson
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. This time is for girls to grow in their relationship with Jesus, with one another, and come home rested (spiritually) away from the rush and worry of everyday life. Registration closes on Sunday, October 27.
Contact: Ashbelle Henry at ahenry@dawsonchurch.org
Veterans Day Luncheon
Monday, November 11, 11:30 a.m., Fellowship Hall
Please join us in celebrating our veterans and active military personnel at a luncheon in the Fellowship Hall on Monday, November 11 at 11:30 a.m. Veterans and their spouses, as well as active military personnel and their spouses, will be guests of Dawson at the luncheon. Non-veterans are also invited, and the cost of a ticket is $10. Reservations are required and can be made at the Church Office. Lt. Colonel Sam Fishburne, son of Dawson member Cherry Fishburne, is our speaker. The reservation deadline is Sunday, November 3.
Photos & Flowers For Our Veterans
Help us celebrate Veterans Day this year with a flower or photo in memory or honor of a veteran. To purchase a flower, the cost is $15. (Please let us know the person you wish to honor.) These flowers will decorate the Fellowship Hall at our Veterans Day luncheon, and you may take the plant home after the event. We would also like to display a photo of your veteran for the day. Please drop your picture by the Church Office any time prior to November 4 (attn: Tommy Sanders), and put your name/phone number on the back. Enjoy the picture display at the luncheon and take the photo home with you after the event.
Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Sunday, November 17, 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, November 17 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
Chapel Choir Reunion
As part of our 100 year celebration, Dawson's Music & Worship Ministry is hosting a special Chapel Choir Reunion at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 6, 2025. Whether you sang with us recently or decades ago, we invite you to join us for a day of fellowship, worship, and music as we celebrate our shared legacy. The afternoon will begin with a time of fellowship and a short rehearsal, followed by a group picture, singing, and worship together. We’ll end the day with a church-wide picnic featuring special musical performances. To help us prepare, we are compiling a database of all Chapel Choir Alumni. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/chapelchoirreunion for more information and stay connected, even if you are unable to attend the event. Be sure to let your friends and family who’ve been part of Chapel Choir know about this exciting reunion!
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Prayer
Family Dedication
Mia Kate Myers, daughter of Jennifer and Bryan Myers, will participate with her family in dedication this Sunday during the 9:45 a.m. worship service. Mia was born on December 19, 2023. She joins her brothers Owen and Luke, and her sister Lydia. Her grandparents are Rhonda and John Cooper of Vestavia Hills and Laural and Don Myers of Wilsonville.
Ford Hudson Foskey, son of Caitlin and Walt Foskey, will participate with his family in dedication this Sunday during the 11:00 a.m. worship service. Ford was born on May 2, 2024. He joins his brother Wells and sister Reese. His grandparents are Susie and Don Bryant of Houston, TX, and Kim and Jerry Foskey of Birmingham.
In Love and Sympathy
Laura and Jim Pickens in the death of Jim’s sister.
Cindy and Bob West in the death of Bob’s sister.
Welcome to Dawson
Claire Johnson
Herbie & Hannah Johnson
Ordinance of Baptism
8:30 a.m. // Ivey Hall, Claire Johnson, Harris Jones, Evan Lancaster,
Tyler Lancaster & Jordan Ray
Together This Week
Sunday, October 27
| 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 |
| 4:00 p.m. | Chapel Ensemble/Choir Room |
| 5:00 p.m. | Student Choir Rehearsals/Various |
| 5:00 p.m. | Scripture Seekers/242 East |
Monday, October 28
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Morning Bible Study/Social Hall |
Tuesday, October 29
| 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 30
| 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 Chili, Baked Potatoes, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Salad, Bread, Dessert Kids Sacks: Grilled Cheese |
| 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 31
| 9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
| 10:00 a.m. | Dawsonaires/Choir Room |
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