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Week Of September 6, 2026 VOL 29, NO.36

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Together in Worship

Sunday, September 6, 2026

This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge continues the sermon series from the Gospel of John with a message entitled Denied from John 18:12–27.

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, College
9:45 a.m.   Adults, Students, Kids, Preschool, Hearts & Hands
11:00 a.m.   Adults, Preschool, Adult Special Education

Sunday, September 6, 2026

This Sunday, Dr. David Eldridge continues the sermon series from the Gospel of John with a message entitled Denied from John 18:12–27.

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, College
9:45 a.m.   Adults, Students, Kids, Preschool, Hearts & Hands
11:00 a.m.   Adults, Preschool, Adult Special Education
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What's Happening

MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Join us as we explore the Doctrine of Humanity this semester. Pastor David and other staff members will help us discover the implications of this doctrine for our identity, dignity, and everyday living. Some topics include:

  • The Image of God and Creation 
  • The Image of God and Human Dignity  
  • The Image of God and The Fall 
  • The Image of God and Human Disability
  • The Image of God and Gender 
  • The Image of God and Sexuality 
  • The Image of God and Euthanasia  

Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org 

MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Join us as we explore the Doctrine of Humanity this semester. Pastor David and other staff members will help us discover the implications of this doctrine for our identity, dignity, and everyday living. Some topics include:

  • The Image of God and Creation 
  • The Image of God and Human Dignity  
  • The Image of God and The Fall 
  • The Image of God and Human Disability
  • The Image of God and Gender 
  • The Image of God and Sexuality 
  • The Image of God and Euthanasia  

Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org 

September Memory Verse

For it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.
Philippians 2:13

Together in Giving & Serving

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SANCTUARY CHOIR & ORCHESTRA CANDLELIGHT PREMIERE Sunday, September 13, 4:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall

Candlelight season is quickly approaching! If you would like to sing or play for Candlelight 2026, then please join the Sanctuary Choir & Orchestra for the premiere of this year’s music. We will gather in the Fellowship Hall to share this year’s theme, general flow of the service, and take our first look at exciting, fresh, and familiar songs.

Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org

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Hearts & Hands Volunteer Training Sunday, September 27, 12:00 p.m., Social Hall

Looking for a meaningful way to serve? Join us on Sunday, September 27, for Hearts & Hands Volunteer Training. Learn what it looks like to serve as a buddy to a child or adult with a disability. No experience is necessary—just a willing heart! Help us make the Gospel accessible to everyone at Dawson. Lunch is provided and registration is required. Click here to register.

Contact: Kathleen Bass at kbass@dawsonchurch.org

Together in God's Word

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FALL Bible STUDIES

Beginning this month a variety of women’s, men’s, and co-ed studies will be offered for this fall. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/fallstudies for more information or pick up a Bible Studies booklet from a brochure rack. Come grow with us this season as we intentionally live out the Practices of a Faithful Servant.

Contact: Lainee Stidham at lstidham@dawsonchurch.org

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MEN'S BREAKFAST & BIBLE STUDY Mondays, beginning September 14, 7:00 a.m., 257 North

Join us this fall as we explore worship in the book of Leviticus. This study will include a time of discussion as we explore personal application of the text. For those who would like breakfast, the cost is $5, and is served at 7:00 a.m. We will dismiss promptly at 8:00 a.m. All men are welcome. Click here to register.

Contact: Jonathan Propes at jpropes@dawsonchurch.org

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TOGETHER FOR LIFE BEGINS SEPTEMBER 13 Sunday, September 13, 9:45 a.m., Fellowship Hall

Together For Life is an 11-week Christian marriage course that equips engaged and newlywed couples with Biblical truth and practical skills to help their marriage thrive for a lifetime. This free class is offered on Sunday mornings at 9:45 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall, located directly underneath the Sanctuary. Participants will hear from seasoned married couples who will speak on relevant topics and experiences as well as offer conversation starters for navigating the joys and realities of marriage. Register at dawsonchurch.org/TFL.

Contact: Jacob Pierce at jpierce@dawsonchurch.org

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Scripture Seekers Sundays, beginning September 13, 5:00 p.m., 2nd FL East

Scripture Seekers is a Scripture memory and Bible skills class for boys and girls in Grades 3–5. Our Fall Scripture Seekers sessions will meet in Rooms 242, 244, and 247 East on Sundays from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Scripture Seekers is an interactive learning experience equipping kids to gain a greater understanding of God’s Word. Each session is full of games, Bible verse memory activities, and more! Click here to register.

Contact: Jessica Orso at jorso@dawsonchurch.org

Together in Ministries

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Organ Dedication & Hymn Sing Sunday, September 20, 6:00 p.m., Sanctuary

Join us on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary for a special concert celebrating the dedication of Dawson’s new Walker organ. Acclaimed concert organist Dr. Bradley Hunter Welch, Resident Organist of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, will present an inspiring evening of music and worship. Known for his artistry, virtuosity, and engaging performances, Dr. Welch will showcase the extraordinary beauty, color, and power of this magnificent new instrument. Custom designed by Walker Organs for Dawson’s renovated Sanctuary, the five-manual organ features 211 stops and 184 ranks, including main, antiphonal, celestial, string, and orchestral divisions. Its remarkable tonal range will support the worship and music of our congregation for generations to come. This dedication concert marks an exciting milestone in the life of our church. We invite you to experience the remarkable sound of our new Sanctuary organ as we celebrate God’s faithfulness and dedicate this instrument to His glory.

Contact: John Woods at jwoods@dawsonchurch.org

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DSM Girls Retreat November 7–8, 2026 Camp Hargis

6th through 12th grade girls, pack your overnight bag, card games, Bible, and slippers because it’s time for CAMP! Join us for a true retreat away from the busyness of the fall semester at Camp Hargis where we’ll enjoy times of friendship, games, creating, worship, and fun! The registration fee includes all accommodations, meals, and more! Please visit dawsonchurch.org/students for information and to register. Registration opens on September 14.

Volunteer Opportunities: This year, we are looking for College/Young Adult Leaders to come and serve as small group leaders. Moms, we want you to come and help with serving meals or helping with activities! Please apply as a potential volunteer or leader, and we will reach out. 

Contact: Kasey Hagen at khagen@dawsonchurch.org

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HANDMADE & HANDWRITTEN

There is something special about receiving a gift made by hand or a note written just for you. Handmade & Handwritten is an opportunity for Dawson women to use their creativity and encouragement to bless others in meaningful ways. Throughout the year, these groups gather to connect and create these small acts of kindness that can make a lasting impact. Visit dawsonchurch.org/women for information.

Contact: Kristen Torres at ktorres@dawsonchurch.org

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Wednesday meals are back

Wednesday evening meals return this fall! As we prepare to reopen our kitchen after the renovation, the first weeks of Wednesday meals will be catered from Panera. Adult meals are $10 and students are $5. Preschool kids are free. Please join us for this time of fellowship and know that your favorites will be back very soon! As always, we can use extra volunteers if you are looking for a place to serve.

Contact: Amy Turnbow at aturnbow@dawsonchurch.org

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CBS 42 is now Alabama's 42

Recently, CBS 42 (WIAT) dropped its CBS affiliation and rebranded as Alabama’s 42. On September 1, 2026, the station will officially become Alabama’s CW 42. To view Dawson’s broadcast on Sunday mornings (one week delayed) please check your service provider directly for the most current information on their channel locations. You may also view a brief listing of channel updates at dawsonchurch.org/TVbroadcast.

Contact: Zac Upton at zupton@dawsonchurch.org

Together in Prayer

In Love & Sympathy

Family and friends of Joyce Greathouse.

Toni and Clark Leeth in the death of Clark’s father and Emma and Virginia Leeth in the death of their grandfather.

Susan and Andrew McCall in the death of Andrew’s mother and Emily Grace and Hannah Beth McCall in the death of their grandmother.

In Loving Memory

Joyce Greathouse – August 30, 2026

Congratulations

Mollie and Jacob Mayfield on the birth of their son, Dean Thomas Mayfield, on August 25, 2026.

Ellie and Nathaniel Roesener on the birth of their son, Paul Howard Roesener, on August 25, 2026.

Welcome To Dawson

Samuel Hill
Tegan Turner

Together This Week

Sunday, September 6

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/254 North
5:00 p.m. Student Choir Rehearsals/Various

Monday, September 7

  Church Office & FRC closed for Labor Day

Tuesday, September 8

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
6:00 p.m. Women's Bible Study/254 North
7:00 p.m. AUXANO/Chapel

Wednesday, September 9

9:30 a.m. Adult Bible Studies/2nd FL North
11:00 a.m. Midweek Bible Study/Chapel
4:45 p.m. Fellowship Supper/Fellowship Hall
Panera Sandwich Box or Panera Salad
Kids Meal: Same as Above
6:00 p.m. Midweek Bible Study/Chapel
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. DSM Middle School Loft/Middle School Loft
6:00 p.m. Sanctuary Choir/Choir Room
6:00 p.m. Sanctuary Orchestra/Sanctuary
6:30 p.m. DSM High School Community Groups/In Homes

Thursday, September 10

10:00 a.m. Dawsonaires/Choir Room

 

Watch us live at live.dawsonchurch.org, or watch us each week on Alabama's 42 on Sundays (one week delayed) at 10:00 a.m.