“Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.”
Luke 6:38
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, April 20, 2025
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will share a special message for Easter entitled He Is Risen! from Luke 24:1–12.
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, April 20, 2025
This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge will share a special message for Easter entitled He Is Risen! from Luke 24:1–12.
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
Good Friday Service
Friday, April 18, 6:30 p.m., Sanctuary
This Tenebrae Service, (Tenebrae means darkness in Latin) led by the Sanctuary Orchestra, will weave together instrumental music, Scripture, Communion, and moments of silence to help us reflect on Christ’s death on the cross. Worship begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
Good Friday - Hispanic Service
Friday, April 18, 7:00 p.m., Chapel
Dawson’s Hispanic Congregation will observe a special Good Friday Service in the Chapel at 7:00 p.m.
Good Friday Service
Friday, April 18, 6:30 p.m., Sanctuary
This Tenebrae Service, (Tenebrae means darkness in Latin) led by the Sanctuary Orchestra, will weave together instrumental music, Scripture, Communion, and moments of silence to help us reflect on Christ’s death on the cross. Worship begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
Good Friday - Hispanic Service
Friday, April 18, 7:00 p.m., Chapel
Dawson’s Hispanic Congregation will observe a special Good Friday Service in the Chapel at 7:00 p.m.
April Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
Nominations are now open!
The Nominating Team is requesting input from Dawson members as they begin the process of nominating Deacons, Church Officers, and Standing Team Members for 2026. Names of people to be considered for these positions should be submitted to the Church Office by Sunday, April 27. You may submit names by emailing your nominations to nominate@dawsonchurch.org. You may also complete your forms by hand and return them to the Church Office or drop them in the offering receptacles. Forms are available at the Church Office. To nominate online:
1. Go to dawsonchurch.org/nominate.
2. Click the link “Nominate Now,” and read the description.
3. Click the link “2026 Leadership Positions” to bring up the online form.
4. In the form, type the names you wish to suggest for the various positions. (You do not have to submit names for all positions).
5. When finished, click “send,” and your suggestions will be sent directly to the Church Office.
Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org
SERVE WITH US AT KIDLIFE
KidLife, Dawson’s version of VBS, will be held on campus June 2–5. Our theme this year is “Treasure Hunt,” and we will need hundreds of volunteers to join this grand adventure to help preschoolers and children discover the greatest treasure—God’s son, Jesus! First-time to volunteer? New volunteers are placed with veteran KidLife teachers. Classes rotate through various activities throughout the morning, and all training, curriculum, and supplies will be provided for you. Adults and students can learn more about KidLife and sign up to serve at dawsonchurch.org/kidlife.
Contact: Brooke Gibson at bgibson@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Missions
ANNIE ARMSTRONG EASTER OFFERING
The Annie Armstrong Easter Offering is the primary way that Southern Baptists work together to impact the United States, Canada and U.S. territories. God is bringing the nations to our shores and offering unprecedented opportunities for the Gospel. Please support our North American missionaries through this offering.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
Women on Mission
Monday, April 21, 10:00 a.m., Social Hall
“God has always been faithful,” say Ben and Candi Williams, who have ministered to the lost and needy in the Horn of Africa, then in Europe, for 26 years. They want to update and thank you, their home church, for your prayers and support over their career. Coffee and brunch food will be provided.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
100 years of missions at Dawson
As a part of our 100 Year Anniversary, a book celebrating the church’s passion for missions has been compiled containing personal accounts and pictures of many who have served throughout the years. Copies of the book are available at no charge in the Next Steps area, the Vestibule, Arendall Welcome Center, and the Church Office in the North Building.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
DSM Guys Retreat 2025
Friday & Saturday, April 25–26, Camp Dawson
This year’s Guys Retreat is April 25–26 at Camp Dawson. We will enjoy the great outdoors, worship around a campfire, and grow in community. With all the busyness of life, Guys Retreat is a moment to pause, rest, and be rejuvenated alongside other brothers in Christ. This event is open to all 6th-12th grade guys and their dads. Dads are invited but not required to attend. Dawson is not providing transportation to Camp Dawson on Friday night, so please feel free to carpool with others. Once you register, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to the paintball waiver and medical release. Register at dawsonchurch.org/students.
Contact: Bryan Howard at bhoward@dawsonchurch.org
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Sunday, May 4, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Social Hall
At Dawson, we believe church membership matters. Dawson’s Membership Matters Class is offered for all guests and new members. This two-hour class provides a chance for us to share the heart of who Dawson is. We will take a close look at our vision & mission statements, our Doctrinal Foundation, and ongoing discipleship and mission opportunities available for all members to become involved. Please join us for the next Membership Matters class on Sunday, May 4. Reservations are required and lunch will be provided. Preschool childcare is available upon request. Register today at dawsonchurch.org/membershipmatters.
Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org
Rising 6th Grade Orientation
Sunday, May 4, 12:00–1:00 p.m., The LOFT
Parents of rising 6th graders! We are excited to have your student join us in the fall. We would like to meet you and your student and share what you can expect from Dawson’s Student Ministry. At the meeting you will hear the purpose behind what we do, receive an overview of what happens in student ministry, hear from a panel of DSM parents and volunteers, have an opportunity to ask questions, and tour the DSM space. Parents and rising 6th grade students are invited to attend. No registration needed.
Contact: Bryan Howard at bhoward@dawsonchurch.org
Senior Sunday 2025
Sunday, May 18, 9:45 a.m., Fellowship Hall
On Sunday, May 18, Dawson Student Ministry will honor our 2025 seniors in all three worship services but will have a special in-person commissioning time at the end of the 8:30 a.m. hour. Seniors and their parents and siblings are invited to breakfast in the Fellowship Hall. To register for the breakfast, please visit dawsonchurch.org/students.
Contact: Bryan Howard at bhoward@dawsonchurch.org
Tell Me Again Podcast: New Episodes Each Month!
Tell Me Again is a monthly podcast celebrating the last 100 years of music and worship at Dawson. Hosted by John Woods, this podcast honors the people, moments, and melodies that have shaped a century of faith and community. Tell Me Again can be found at dawsonchurch.org/tellmeagain or search for Tell Me Again on your favorite podcast channel.
Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Deidre and George Booker in the death of Deidre’s father, and Mary Martin and William Booker
in the death of their grandfather.
Phyllis and MJ Lyons in the death of Phyllis’ mother.
Melissa and Brandon Mayfield in the death of Brandon’s father, and Ella, Evie, and Zoey Mayfield
in the death of their grandfather.
Congratulations
Joanna and Drew Highlander on the birth of their son, Luke Andrew Highlander, on April 8, 2025.
Jada and Cole Griffith on the birth of their son, Jude Miles Griffith, on April 14, 2025.
Welcome to Dawson
Charlotte Blackman
James Blackman
Kyle & Allie Harris
Owen Robinson
Ordinance of Baptism
8:30 a.m. // Harrison Rickel, Davis Schaefer, Finn Ward, and Tate Ward
9:45 a.m. // Anne-Reeves Miller, Emillie Miller, and Henry Nenstiel
11:00 a.m. // Maggie Holt, James Ayer, Cole Stafford, and Ann Marie Harrison
Together This Week
Sunday, April 20
| 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 |
| No Evening Activities |
Monday, April 21
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Morning Bible Study/Social Hall |
| 10:00 a.m. | Women On Mission/Social Hall |
Tuesday, April 22
| 7:00 a.m. | Go Love Tell Prayer Meeting/Online |
| 9:30 a.m. | Handmade/254 North |
| 10:30 a.m. | Sara Finley Life Group/100 West |
| 7:00 p.m. | AUXANO/Chapel |
Wednesday, April 23
| 9:30 a.m. | Adult Bible Studies/2nd FL North |
| 11:00 a.m. | MidWeek Bible Study/Chapel |
| 12:00 p.m. | Fellowship Lunch/Fellowship Hall |
| 4:45 p.m. |
Fellowship Supper/Fellowship Hall Freezer Medley—Chef's Surprise 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, April 24
| 9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
| 10:00 a.m. | Dawsonaires/Choir Room |
Friday, April 25
| 6:00 p.m. | Guys Retreat/Camp Dawson |
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