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 24, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will share a special Christmas message entitled The Greatest Story Ever Told from Luke 2:1–9.
Worship Services
11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel
Life Groups will not meet.
Sunday, December 24, 2023
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will share a special Christmas message entitled The Greatest Story Ever Told from Luke 2:1–9.
Worship Services
11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel
Life Groups will not meet.
What's Happening
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.
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
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.
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
December Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
GENEROUS GIVING SUPPORTS THE DAWSON MISSION STATEMENT
During 2023, the generous giving of the Dawson Family of Faith has fulfilled our mission statement—To Become and Help Others Become Faithful Servants of Jesus Christ—in many ways and has allowed the ministries of Dawson to impact lives with the Gospel.
December 31 is the last day the IRS permits contributions to be given to Dawson for the 2023 tax year. Gifts must be received by the church or postmarked no later than midnight, December 31, 2023. For your convenience, the church office will be open on Friday, December 29, from 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. 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, 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 2023 and your financial commitments for 2024.
Contact: Randy Poe at rpoe@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, 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
MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays Beginning January 10, 11:00 a.m., Chapel & 6:00 p.m., Social Hall
We all have questions about death and the life beyond. Despite the strong assurance the Bible gives us about life beyond the grave, Christians are often troubled by many questions related to death. What will happen on the day of judgment? Will we have bodies in heaven? Will there be rewards in heaven? Will we recognize and truly know our loved ones? During this semester, Pastor David (and several other Dawson Ministry Staff members) will shed light on these questions and many more as we look to God’s word to see what the Bible teaches about dying, death, and life beyond the grave.
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
MEN'S BREAKFAST & BIBLE STUDY
Mondays Beginning January 8, 7:00 a.m., Social Hall
This spring we will study the Gospels and spend most of our time in the Gospel of Mark. The study begins on January 8 at 7:00 a.m. and will adjourn promptly at 8:00 a.m. each week. Our last meeting will be on Monday, May 20. For those who would like breakfast, the cost is $6 and is served at 7:00 a.m. in the Social Hall. Neal Schooley will email notes to all participants before each Monday’s session. Men of all ages are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Contact: Neal Schooley at nschoole@bellsouth.net
Together in Ministries
NEW YEAR'S EVE MORNING WORSHIP: ONE SERVICE
Sunday, December 31, 11:00 a.m., 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
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
SIGN UP FOR SPRING MUSIC LESSONS AT DAWSON MUSIC ACADEMY
Are you interested in exploring your musical talents with a new instrument? Dawson Music Academy offers private music lessons 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. Visit dawsonmusicacademy.org today to register for the spring semester. To receive $10 off registration, use promo code “NEWYEAR.”
Contact: Kimberly Jones at kjones@dawsonchurch.org
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
Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Joyce Goodman in the death of her husband, Bill Goodman.
Bess Hatcher in the death of her son, Steve Hatcher.
Jane Weamer in the death of her son.
In Loving Memory
William Goodman, Jr – December 13, 2023
Steve Hatcher – December 15, 2023
Together This Week
Sunday, December 24
| 11:00 a.m. | Worship in the Sanctuary & Online |
| 11:00 a.m. | Hispanic Congregation Worship/Chapel |
| 5:00 p.m. | Christmas Eve Service/Sanctuary |
Monday, December 25
|
Merry Christmas |
Tuesday, December 26
| Church Office and FRC are closed. |
Wednesday, December 27
| No Evening Activities |
Thursday, December 28
| No Evening Activities |
Friday, December 29
| Church Office will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
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