So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.
1 Corinthians 13:13
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, December 17, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge concludes the sermon series on The Life Of David with a message entitled David's Dark Family Feud from 2 Samuel 13–16.
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, December 17, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge concludes the sermon series on The Life Of David with a message entitled David's Dark Family Feud from 2 Samuel 13–16.
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
CANDLELIGHT AT DAWSON
For more than 40 years, people have come to Dawson for the beautiful experience of worship led by the Sanctuary Choir & Orchestra and Combined Student Choirs. You will hear about the joy that God gave us with the birth of His Son, Jesus, through Candlelight at Dawson. Culminating with the candlelit singing of Silent Night, these evenings of worship are anticipated each year by our community, making it a perfect time to invite a teacher, neighbor, or friend. This year there will be three worship opportunities:
Friday, December 15 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 16 at 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 17 at 5:00 p.m.
Doors open 45 minutes prior to the service.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
CANDLELIGHT AT DAWSON
For more than 40 years, people have come to Dawson for the beautiful experience of worship led by the Sanctuary Choir & Orchestra and Combined Student Choirs. You will hear about the joy that God gave us with the birth of His Son, Jesus, through Candlelight at Dawson. Culminating with the candlelit singing of Silent Night, these evenings of worship are anticipated each year by our community, making it a perfect time to invite a teacher, neighbor, or friend. This year there will be three worship opportunities:
Friday, December 15 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 16 at 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 17 at 5:00 p.m.
Doors open 45 minutes prior to the service.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
December Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
Options For End Of Year Giving
Remember that you can contribute tithes and offerings right up to the end of the year. As a reminder, the church offers several giving methods:
Mail: You may continue to send in your tithes and offerings through the postal service.
Online: You can access online giving at dawsonchurch.org/give to make a one-time contribution through your checking account, set up recurring payments, or authorize a direct bank draft.
Text-to-Give: Simply text the dollar amount (Example: 25 for $25 or 50 for $50) of your donation to (205) 352-2323. First time users will be asked to complete a one-time form, safely linking your debit card to your smart phone. Thereafter, you can give anytime from anywhere with a single text.
Stock: Contact the church Finance Office to confirm your gift and specify its distribution. Dawson’s stock account is at Raymond James & Associates and the contact person is Amy Kutschke at 205-802-4216. Stock transfers might take a few days, so allow plenty of time to assure that the church receives your gift no later than December 31, 2023.
Contact: Randy Poe at rpoe@dawsonchurch.org
Important 2023 CONTRIBUTION INFORMATION
For your convenience, the Church Office will be open on Friday, December 29, from 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. However, the Church Office will not be open on Saturday, December 30. If you are unable to get your contribution to the church by 6:00 p.m. on December 29, please call 205-871-7324 and we will assist you in any way we can. Contributions can be given on the morning of December 31 prior to the Church Office closing at the end of the 11:00 a.m. worship service.
Contact: Randy Poe at rpoe@dawsonchurch.org
Christmas at Dawson
Christmas Eve Morning Worship: One Service
Sunday, December 24, 11:00 a.m., Sanctuary
Sunday Morning Life Groups for all ages will not meet on December 24. Instead, there will be one family-friendly worship service at 11:00 a.m. You are invited and encouraged to bring your entire family, children and babies, to worship with you. The Nursery is available for childcare for children ages three and under.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE
Sunday, December 24, 5:00 p.m., Sanctuary
Christmas Eve at Dawson is both sacred and simple. On Christmas Eve, we will tell the Christmas Story and sing familiar carols in a casual atmosphere. This short, family-friendly service is a wonderful time of worship for families of all ages. Join us at 5:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary, and please invite family and friends to worship with us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior and King.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
DMA Students Share Music On The Patio
Today, we welcome Dawson Music Academy students sharing their talents as they play various carols and songs that celebrate the joy of Christmas. Academy students have also shared music throughout the Homewood community this season. Our students and instructors are grateful for the opportunity to minister to others through the gift of music.
Contact: Kimberly Jones at kjones@dawsonchurch.org
New Years Eve Morning Worship: One Service
Sunday, December 31, 11:00 am, Sanctuary
Sunday Morning Life Groups will not meet on December 31. There will be one family-friendly worship service at 11:00 a.m. for all ages. Childcare is available for children ages three and under. Dawson’s regular Sunday morning schedule will resume Sunday, January 7, 2024.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Bible Study
WEEKDAY STUDIES BEGIN JANUARY 8
A new semester of weekday studies begins on Monday, January 8, and we hope you are making plans to attend. There are studies for women, men, moms and co-eds offered on Wednesdays, as well as a men’s study on Monday mornings. Pre-registration is encouraged. Please check each study description for book requirements and plan to bring your book or workbook to the first class. Visit dawsonchurch.org/SpringStudies for full study descriptions and to pre-register. If you need help finding a book for your class, please contact Lainee Stidham.
Contact: Lainee Stidham at lstidham@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
Register for All in 4 Him
Saturday, February 3, 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
ALL IN 4 HIM is an event for kids dedicated to Bible study, worship, games, and interactive learning activities. Our theme for 2024 is “Jesus Christ, My Living Hope.” We will take this theme and devote our time to making this Bible truth a part of each 1st-5th grader’s everyday life. To learn more information and to register, please visit dawsonchurch.org/4Him.
Contact: Meg Brown at mbrown@dawsonchurch.org
What do you want on your Ice Cream Sundae?
Dawson’s Student Ministry will host an Ice Cream Social as part of 2024 DNow and your help is needed to bring delicious brownies, cookies, and toppings for an ice cream sundae. Items needed are: Sprinkles (any color and flavor); Syrups—chocolate, caramel, strawberry, etc.; Gummy worms or bears; Maraschino cherries; miniature M&Ms; nuts; whipped cream (in cans); as well as brownies and cookies. Contributions will be received all day on Wednesday, January 10 and Thursday, January 11 in the Fellowship Hall. Look for a designated table. Please contact Jan Jones for more information or with questions. Thank you for helping to make this event so, so sweet!
Contact: Jan Jones at janjones2426@gmail.com
GIVE THE GIFT OF MUSIC
Music lessons make the perfect gift for an aspiring musician. This Christmas, let Dawson Music Academy help you give the gift of music. Children, grandchildren, or even adults will enjoy the gift of weekly lessons at convenient times, customized to their interests. To purchase a gift certificate, please visit dawsonmusicacademy.org. Receive $10 off by using the promo code “CHRISTMAS.”
Contact: Kimberly Jones a kjones@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Donna Ward in the death of her husband, Rusty Ward.
In Loving Memory
Rusty Ward — December 5, 2023
Congratulations
Lauren and Addison Cimino on the birth of their son, Campbell James Cimino,
on December 6, 2023.
Welcome to Dawson
Seth Corbin
Jean Evelyn Hughes
Barry and Debbie Tice
Together This Week
Sunday, December 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 |
| 5:00 p.m. | Candlelight at Dawson/Sanctuary |
Monday, December 18
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Morning Bible Study/Social Hall |
Tuesday, December 19
| 10:30 a.m. | Sara Finley Life Group/100 West |
Wednesday, December 20
| No Evening Activities |
Thursday, December 21
| No Evening Activities |
Friday, December 22
| No Evening Activities |
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