For we know in part and we prophesy in part, but when the perfect comes,
the partial will pass away.
1 Corinthians 13:9–10
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, September 17, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will continue the sermon series The Life Of David with a message entitled David And Goliath from 1 Samuel 17.
Worship Services
8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel
Hispanic Congregation Online
dawsonchurch.org/hispaniclive
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, September 17, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will continue the sermon series The Life Of David with a message entitled David And Goliath from 1 Samuel 17.
Worship Services
8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel
Hispanic Congregation Online
dawsonchurch.org/hispaniclive
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 1, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Dawson’s Annual Church Conference will take place Sunday, October 1, at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel. We will discuss several key items of business, including the 2024 Church Budget, the 2024 Nominating Team Report, the introduction of the newly nominated deacons, and a report from the Dawson Foundation. The Ad Hoc Team for Sanctuary and Adjacent Space Renovations will bring a report to the church for phase one of the Master Plan presented in May of 2022. The first phase is for renovation of the Sanctuary and East Commons area. Please join us for this important Church Conference meeting.
Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org
ANNUAL CHURCH CONFERENCE
Sunday, October 1, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Dawson’s Annual Church Conference will take place Sunday, October 1, at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel. We will discuss several key items of business, including the 2024 Church Budget, the 2024 Nominating Team Report, the introduction of the newly nominated deacons, and a report from the Dawson Foundation. The Ad Hoc Team for Sanctuary and Adjacent Space Renovations will bring a report to the church for phase one of the Master Plan presented in May of 2022. The first phase is for renovation of the Sanctuary and East Commons area. Please join us for this important Church Conference meeting.
Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org
September Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
SANCTUARY CHOIR & ORCHESTRA CANDLELIGHT PREMIERE
Sunday, September 17, 4:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall
Candlelight season is quickly approaching! If you would like to sing or play for Candlelight 2023, then come join the Sanctuary Choir & Orchestra for the premiere of this year’s music. We will gather in the Fellowship Hall for refreshments, share this year’s theme, general flow of the service, and take our first look at exciting, fresh, and familiar songs.
Contact Dan Mullis at dmullis@dawsonchurch.org if you would like to play with the orchestra.
Contact John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org if you would like to sing with the choir.
Together in Missions
ESL CLASSES: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
English as a Second Language classes are back at Dawson! Classes are every Thursday morning from 9:00-10:30 a.m. on the 2nd floor of the North Building. We still need a few volunteers to help with transportation and childcare. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Ben Hale.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Bible Study
MENS BREAKFAST & BIBLE STUDY
Mondays, 7:00 a.m., Social Hall
This group, led by Dr. Neal Schooley, will be studying the Minor Prophets. Breakfast is available for $6. Extra tables are set up for those who do not wish to eat but want to participate in the Bible Study. Dr. Schooley sends out his reading notes each Thursday or Friday in preparation for the following Monday’s study. If you wish to join the men in the study, please email Dr. Schooley at nschoole@bellsouth.net.
Contact: Neal Schooley at nschoole@bellsouth.net
MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m., Chapel | 6:00 p.m., Social Hall
Join us on Wednesdays as we discover biblical truths that undo common misconceptions and sayings we may have accepted as truths. During the semester, Pastor David (and several other Dawson Ministry Staff members) will shed light on what the Bible actually teaches us. Some topics include:
- God Helps Those Who Help Themselves
- God Won’t Put More On You Than You Can Bear
- When God Shuts A Door, He Opens A Window
- Christians Shouldn’t Judge
- Everything Happens For A Reason
- Time Heals All Wounds
Please join us as we discover what the Bible really says about these topics. Led by Dr. David Eldridge.
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
SEPTEMBER BOOK REVIEW
Monday, September 18, 10:00 am, Social Hall
Kristen Torres will review Prayers from the Heart by Richard Foster, along with selections from other all-time favorite books of prayer, and she will share their impact on her own life. In the introduction to Prayers from the Heart, the author writes:
"My whole life, in one sense, has been an experiment in how to be a portable sanctuary, learning to practice the presence of God in the midst of the stresses and strains of contemporary life."
During the presentation, Kristen will offer pockets of prayer experiences to help us learn to practice the presence of God in our daily lives. For more information, please contact Tommy Sanders.
Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org
Preschool Family Night: Ark Encounter
Sunday, September 24, 4:00 p.m., East Atrium
Preschoolers and their families are invited to experience the “Noah’s Ark” Bible story like never before! Families will meet Noah and his wife before traveling through interactive stations to learn how they can obey God and rely on His promises. We’ll end the night in the North Parking Lot as we enjoy a petting zoo, inflatables, and more! Children are encouraged to wear rain gear and bring a stuffed animal to donate to Kids Connection. This event is free and open to the community. Reservations are not required for this free event. Invite your friends to join you!
Contact: Brooke Gibson at bgibson@dawsonchurch.org
AUXANO: FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS
Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Chapel
The in-between years (18–29) are typically marked by transition, connection, and growth. Our weekly worship service for college students and young adults, AUXANO, exists to help you walk through the transition and to facilitate connection and growth. This service meets on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel on Dawson’s campus. We gather together every week to worship God through song, prayer, and the Word. Please join us on Tuesdays this fall, and invite your friends and co-workers.
Contact: Kara Fincher at kfincher@dawsonchurch.org
Village: For College Students
Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., In Homes
Village is a great opportunity to find community at Dawson during the semester. These groups meet every Thursday night at 7:00 p.m. at a church member’s home as we enjoy a meal together before our weekly time in the Word. Please contact Cole Griffith for more information on locations.
Contact: Cole Griffith at cgriffith@dawsonchurch.org
Day School Extra Teachers and Substitutes Needed
The Dawson Day School offers Bible-based preschool care and teaching for children 18 months old through Pre-K in a half-day program each week during the school year. We currently have 107 students enrolled, and are seeking additional teachers and substitute teachers for the 2023-2024 school year. For more information or to apply, please contact Kathy Daniel, Dawson’s Day School Director.
Contact: Kathy Daniel at kdaniel@dawsonchurch.org
HE NEVER FAILED ME YET 2023 CHAPEL CHOIR HOME CONCERT MUSIC
The Chapel Choir 2023 home concert music is now available to listen to or download from Spotify, iTunes, YouTube or wherever you stream music. Simply search for Dawson Music & Worship. For more information please contact John Woods.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Dick Toya in the death of his brother.
Congratulations
Jordan and Beau Dean on the birth of their son, Rhett Woodham Dean, on September 1, 2023.
Sarah and Trenton Cleghern on the birth of their daughter, Sophia Elise Cleghern,
on September 7, 2023.
Welcome to Dawson
Lucas Stidham
Together This Week
Sunday, September 17
| 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/253 North |
| 4:30 p.m. | Candlelight Premiere/Fellowship Hall |
Monday, September 18
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Morning Bible Study/Social Hall |
| 10:00 a.m. | Book Review/Social Hall |
Tuesday, September 19
| 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, September 20
| 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 Veggie Plate, Cornbread, Slaw & 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, September 21
| 9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
| 10:00 a.m. | Dawsonaires/Choir Room |
| 7:00 p.m. | College Village/In Homes |
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.