May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.
Romans 15:13
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, December 29, 2024
This Sunday, Rev. Bryan Howard, Dawson’s Minister to Students, shares a message entitled Seek The Things Above from Colossians 3:1–17.
Worship Services
11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel
Sunday, December 29, 2024
This Sunday, Rev. Bryan Howard, Dawson’s Minister to Students, shares a message entitled Seek The Things Above from Colossians 3:1–17.
Worship Services
11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel
What's Happening
MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY
Beginning Wednesday, January 8, 11:00 a.m., & 6:00 p.m.
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:
- Were Adam and Eve real people?
- Does the Bible justify slavery?
- Does the Bible actually condemn same-sex relationships?
- How do we reconcile the love of God with an eternal Hell?
- Don’t all religions basically teach the same thing?
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY
Beginning Wednesday, January 8, 11:00 a.m., & 6:00 p.m.
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:
- Were Adam and Eve real people?
- Does the Bible justify slavery?
- Does the Bible actually condemn same-sex relationships?
- How do we reconcile the love of God with an eternal Hell?
- Don’t all religions basically teach the same thing?
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
December Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
Last Day for the Church to Receive 2024 Contributions
December 31 is the last day for the church to receive 2024 contributions. The IRS requires that a contribution be received by the church or postmarked no later than December 31. For your convenience, the Church Office will be open on Tuesday, December 31, from 8:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m. If you are unable to get your contribution to the church by 6:00 p.m. on December 31, or have it postmarked by midnight, December 31, please call 205-871-7324 and we will assist you in any way that we can. Thank you for your faithfulness in giving to God’s ministries through Dawson in 2024 and your financial commitments for 2025.
Contact: Randy Poe at rpoe@dawsonchurch.org
Combined Adult Life Groups On January 12
On January 12, 2025, we will kick off the building campaign to ask each Dawson member to give over and above their normal giving to help pay for the cost of the renovation. As part of the kickoff on January 12, adult Life Groups will combine into larger groups during their normal meeting times. There will be food, information about the renovation project and the campaign, a video from Pastor David, and a special Bible study lesson. All adult Life Groups will receive information on their meeting location for that day. As we embark upon this important project, please join us for this special occasion in the life of our church, and learn how we can all be found Faithful Together.
Contact: Jonathan Propes at jpropes@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Bible Study
WEEKDAY STUDIES KICKOFF
Beginning Wednesday, January 8, 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.
We invite you to join a weekday study and to be transformed by the Living Word of God. Each study offers a welcoming space to study Scripture, share life, and encourage one another in Christ. To learn more about each study and to register, please visit dawsonchurch.org/SpringStudies.
Contact: Lainee Stidham at lstidham@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
Educational Scholarship Applications
Scholarship applications from the Dawson Foundation will be available beginning January 1, 2025, for the academic year beginning Fall 2025. Applications must be completed and received in the Church Office, or postmarked, on or before February 1, 2025, to be considered. Applications can be picked up at the Church Office or can be emailed.
Contact: Sally Holmes at sholmes@dawsonchurch.org
JOIN THE SANCTUARY CHOIR & ORCHESTRA
Beginning Wednesdays, January 8, 6:00 p.m., Choir Room & Sanctuary
Did you love Candlelight? Do you want to see what it is like to be a part of Choir or Orchestra? It is a great time to join the Music & Worship Ministry this Spring as we prepare to celebrate 100 years as a church. The Sanctuary Choir & Orchestra rehearse on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. The Choir will meet in the Choir Room and the Orchestra will meet in the Sanctuary. For more information, please visit dawsonchurch.org/musicandworship.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
HANDWRITTEN EVENT
Thursday, January 9, 9:30 a.m., Intercessory Prayer Room
You are invited to help spread love and encouragement to another by writing a handwritten note. Your words may be the light someone needs to see God's grace in their life. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/women to register.
Contact: Lainee Stidham at lstidham@dawsonchurch.org
Scripture Seekers: Grades 3–5
Beginning Sunday, January 12, 5:00 p.m., 241 East
All children in grades 3-5 are urged to mark their calendars for the 2025 Scripture Seekers Session. This 6-week session focuses on books of the New Testament, 5 Key Passages, and 5 Bible verses. Kids participate in fun games, active learning and engaging activities to develop Bible skills and memorization.
Contact: Jessica Orso at jorso@dawsonchurch.org
GriefShare Spring 2025
Sundays, Beginning January 12, 3:00 p.m., North 254
GriefShare will begin a new 13-week session on January 12, at 3:00 p.m. This is a Christ-centered grief support group ministry. If you have lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, please consider joining us. You, as well as your family members, might benefit from this grief support group. The cost of $20 covers all materials. Register at griefshare.org/groups/253680 or simply come on January 12 at 3:00 pm.
Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org
DAWSON DAY SCHOOL 2025–2026 REGISTRATION
Dawson's Day School is dedicated to enriching the spiritual, physical and intellectual development of all children in a Christ-centered environment. We offer 18 month to Pre-K classes. Registration for the 2025–2026 school year begins January 13 for current students and members of the Dawson church family. Community registration begins January 21. For more information, please visit dawsonchurch.org/dayschool.
Contact: Kathy Daniel at kdaniel@dawsonchurch.org
Register for Spring Music Lessons
Dawson Music Academy offers private music lessons at convenient times that are customized to children and adults of every level. With affordable lessons in virtually any area of study, you are sure to find something to ignite your passion for music. Register at dawsonmusicacademy.org and use promo code “NEWYEAR” for $10 off registration.
Contact: Kimberly Jones at kjones@dawsonchurch.org
100 Year Celebration
As you celebrate the holidays, please share the news of Dawson’s 100-year Anniversary Celebration. April 6, 2025, offers an opportunity to come together in gratitude and remembrance of God’s faithfulness to the Dawson Family of Faith. There will be a Chapel Choir Reunion, Churchwide Picnic, and more! Please watch the Together for details.
Contact: Jan Jones at janjones2436@gmail.com
Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Friends and family of Audrey Hurst.
In Loving Memory
Audrey Hurst – December 16, 2024
Welcome to Dawson
Annalise Hollis
Bellalise Hollis
Ordinance of Baptism
Annalise Hollis
Bellalise Hollis
John Michael Kaylor
Mark McClure
Together This Week
Sunday, December 29
| 11:00 a.m. | Worship in the Sanctuary & Online |
| 11:00 a.m. | Hispanic Congregation Worship/Chapel |
Monday, December 30
| No Evening Activities |
Tuesday, December 31
| Church Office Hours: 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. |
Wednesday, January 1
| Church Office and FRC Closed for New Year's Day |
Thursday, January 2
| No Evening Activities |
Friday, January 3
| 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.