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 24, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will continue the sermon series The Life Of David with a message entitled A Portrait Of An Unlikely Friendship from 1 Samuel 18–23.
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, September 24, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will continue the sermon series The Life Of David with a message entitled A Portrait Of An Unlikely Friendship from 1 Samuel 18–23.
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 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. Childcare is available by request only. If you need childcare for the meeting, please email Donna Allan at dallan@dawsonchurch.org by Thursday, September 28.
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. Childcare is available by request only. If you need childcare for the meeting, please email Donna Allan at dallan@dawsonchurch.org by Thursday, September 28.
Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org
September Memory Verse
Together in Missions
Christmas for a Child
Every year, Dawson members and Life Groups provide Christmas gifts for over one hundred children. This year is no exception; however, the ministry details have changed to be able to provide for more children. Here are the details:
- This year, 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 beginning Sunday, October 1.
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Simply follow the instructions on your list and return the new gifts to the Gathering Room (1st Floor North) anytime from October 1–November 30.
Please note that multiple children may receive the items you purchase instead of a single individual. For more information, contact Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org.
Together in Bible Study
FALL SCRIPTURE EXPERIENCE FOR WOMEN
Tuesdays, October 3–24, 8:15–9:00 a.m. at Aldridge Gardens
Dawson Women of all ages are invited to return to Aldridge Gardens to experience the refreshment of the forty-sixth Psalm on Tuesday mornings at 8:15 in October. We will meet at Aldridge Gardens and Kristen Torres will facilitate a time of meditating on, praying through, and reflecting on this comforting Scripture passage, both as a group and individually. As we experience God’s creation, our prayer is that He will “lead us beside still waters” and “restore our souls.” To learn more and to register, please visit dawsonchurch.org/women.
Contact: Kristen Torres at ktorres@dawsonchurch.org
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
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
College Ministry Rest Weeks
September 24, 2023, October 29, and November 19
Resist. Restore. Resist the urge to do more. Meet with God to be restored. On Rest Weeks, Dawson College Ministry will pause all College events through the week (excluding Life Group). To rest is to create time and space for meditation on what the LORD has taught you and to practice the truth of our limits and dependence on God. God works when we are weary. Our “Rest Weeks” for the fall will be the weeks of September 24, October 29, and November 19.
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
CALLING ALL VETERANS
We enjoy honoring our Dawson Veterans each November. If you have served in the armed forces and have not been contacted by Dawson in the past, please let us know of your service. We would like to know which branch you served and during which years. Please send that information to Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org.
Together in Prayer
Family Dedications
Elizabeth Lee (Eliza) Johnson, daughter of Brandy and Clay Johnson, will participate with her family in dedication this Sunday during the 8:30 a.m. worship service. Eliza was born on March 6, 2023. Her grandparents are Mindy Roberts of Nashville, TN, Dayne Roberts of Incline Village, NV, and Warren and the late Leigh Johnson of Vestavia Hills.
James Houlton Rushing, son of Jennifer and Brian Rushing, will participate with his family in dedication this Sunday during the 9:45 a.m. worship service. James was born on August 30, 2022. His grandparents are Dewey and Jenelle Jones of Vestavia Hills and Linda O’Brien of Birmingham.
Aidan Stone Grier, son of Katy and Chase Grier, will participate with his family in dedication this Sunday during the 11:00 a.m. worship service. Aidan was born on May 24, 2023. His grandparents are Barbara and Grady Corder of Loris, SC, and Jamie and E.L. Stone of Johnsonville, SC.
Liam Gabriel Grier, son of Katy and Chase Grier, will participate with his family in dedication this Sunday during the 11:00 a.m. worship service. Liam was born on May 24, 2023. His grandparents are Barbara and Grady Corder of Loris, SC, and Jamie and E.L. Stone of Johnsonville, SC.
Congratulations
Tessa and Travis Glass on the birth of their son, Foster Lawrence Glass, on September 17, 2023.
Brittney and Brian Elmore on the birth of their son, Carson Nathaniel Elmore,
on September 18, 2023.
Welcome to Dawson
Colby Ferrill
Sara Beth Nolan
Brad & Grace Shaddix
Together This Week
Sunday, September 24
| 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 |
| 4:00 p.m. | Preschool Family Night/ East Atrium |
| 4:00 p.m. | Chapel Ensemble/Choir Room |
| 5:00 p.m. | Chapel Choir Rehearsal/Choir Room |
| 5:00 p.m. | Middle School Choir Rehearsal/354 North |
| 6:30 p.m. | Chapel Puppets/351 North |
Monday, September 25
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Morning Bible Study/Social Hall |
Tuesday, September 26
| 7:00 a.m. | Go Love Tell Prayer Meeting/Online |
| 10:30 a.m. | Sara Finley Life Group/100 West |
Wednesday, September 27
| 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 Greek Chicken, Rice Pilaf, Steamed Broccoli, 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, September 28
| 9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
| 10:00 a.m. | Dawsonaires/Choir Room |
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