Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.
Philippians 2:4
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, March 8, 2026
This Sunday, Rev. Isaac Adams, Lead Pastor from Iron City Church, shares a message entitled Whoever from John 6:37.
Worship Services
8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - FRC
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, March 8, 2026
This Sunday, Rev. Isaac Adams, Lead Pastor from Iron City Church, shares a message entitled Whoever from John 6:37.
Worship Services
8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - FRC
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
UNITED WE PRAY
Sunday, March 15, 5:00 p.m., Sixth Avenue Baptist Church
We are excited and expectant as we join with other local congregations for a powerful time of praying for unity and love in Birmingham. As we gather to pray, we acknowledge our dependence on God and ask Him to do what only He can do—shape our hearts and hands in our partnership of the Gospel in our community. We pray that through this experience, you will be encouraged and empowered in your personal walk with the Lord. Registration is free, but space is limited. Register today at dawsonchurch.org/United and learn more about this prayer gathering at uwepray.org.
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
UNITED WE PRAY
Sunday, March 15, 5:00 p.m., Sixth Avenue Baptist Church
We are excited and expectant as we join with other local congregations for a powerful time of praying for unity and love in Birmingham. As we gather to pray, we acknowledge our dependence on God and ask Him to do what only He can do—shape our hearts and hands in our partnership of the Gospel in our community. We pray that through this experience, you will be encouraged and empowered in your personal walk with the Lord. Registration is free, but space is limited. Register today at dawsonchurch.org/United and learn more about this prayer gathering at uwepray.org.
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
March Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
Go Local | Serve Day 2026
Saturday, April 11
Go Local | Serve Day is Saturday, April 11! This day is a tangible expression of the significant impact Dawson has outside the walls of the church. Life Groups are encouraged to serve together for Go Local. Groups can elect to serve in any ministry that is meaningful to them or select an opportunity with one of Dawson’s partner ministries. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/serve to see a list of local ministry opportunities.
Contact: Kyle Bailey at kbailey@dawsonchurch.org
SERVE WITH US AT KIDLIFE
KidLife, Dawson’s version of VBS, will be held on campus June 1-4. Our theme this year is “Celebrate Jesus” and we will need hundreds of volunteers to join the celebration and help preschoolers and children discover that the greatest reason to celebrate is 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: Jessica Orso at jorso@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Missions
2026 Dawson Short-Term Mission Projects
Applications for 2026 Dawson short-term mission trips are now open! Opportunities include: serving with community outreach projects in Honduras, ministering to global partners in Central Europe, offering medical care to refugees in Uganda, and more! To register, please visit dawsonchurch.org/serve and click on “Global Missions” to get started.
Contact: Kyle Bailey at kbailey@dawsonchurch.org
Women On Mission
Monday, March 16, 10:00 a.m., 257 North
Kids Connection serves disadvantaged families by providing clothing for their children, along with prayer and spiritual support. Come hear real stories of this wonderful missions ministry. Enjoy warm fellowship as you gather with us over brunch and coffee.
Contact: Kyle Bailey at kbailey@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
Parent and Child Gospel Class
Sunday, March 8, 9:45 a.m., 245 East
Join us on March 8 for a Sunday discipleship class designed for children who are asking questions about faith and being baptized! Led by Kids & Adult Ministry teams, we’ve tailored our content for both children and parents. If your 1st–5th grader is asking questions, make plans to join us. Your child will receive a workbook for your family to work through following this class. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/kids to register for the next class on March 8.
Contact: Kate Wright at kwright@dawsonchurch.org
Preschool Family Night: Praise Party with Yancy
Sunday, March 8, 5:00 p.m., FRC
Preschoolers and their families are invited to a Praise Party with Yancy. We’ll have a time to worship God with our favorite Christian artist, closing with a praise parade. Then we’ll have lots of fun with family and friends as we enjoy inflatables, games, snacks, and crafts. Doors to the FRC will open at 4:45 p.m. This is a free event. Invite your friends and plan to join us for this special preschool family night.
Contact: Brooke Gibson at bgibson@dawsonchurch.org
Senior Sunday 2026
Sunday, May 17
On Sunday, May 17, Dawson’s Student Ministry will honor our 2026 high school seniors in all three worship services with a special in-person commissioning time at the end of the 8:30 a.m. service. Please pray for our students as they begin this new chapter in life.
Contact: Maya Richardson at mrichardson@dawsonchurch.org
Breakaway 2026
July 17-20, 2026
Students, are you ready for the BEST TRIP of Summer 2026?! For BREAKAWAY 2026, students (grades 6–12) are headed to Panama City Beach, FL, from Friday, July 17, through Monday, July 20. Each day will be packed full of worship sessions, preaching from our Camp Pastor, Jason Curry, free time at the beach, REC games, and epic late nights! We are excited to grow in Christ and in community as we have a blast at Cottages Christian Retreat. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/students for more information and to register. Make plans to join us and register today!
Contact: Maya Richardson at mrichardson@dawsonchurch.org
DMA Summer Music Camp Early Registration
July 6–10, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Make this summer the best summer yet by joining us for Summer Music Camp on July 6-10. Preschool and elementary campers will experience a fun-filled week of exploring music, making friends, and celebrating Jesus. Camp activities include Instrument Exploration, Worship Rally, and Art/Rec Electives. To receive $10 off, register at dawsonmusicacademy.org using promo code “SUMMERFUN.”
Contact: Kimberly Jones at kjones@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Prayer
In Love & Sympathy
Family and friends of Barbara Hitchcock.
Nancy and Jimmy McGowan in the death of Nancy’s mother and Morgan McGowan and Melissa and Charlie Barber in the death of Morgan and Melissa’s grandmother.
In Loving Memory
Barbara Hitchcock – February 24, 2026
Congratulations
Lauren and Nick Robillard on the birth of their daughter, Reese Katherine Robillard,
on February 25, 2026.
Welcome to Dawson
Davis Goodson
Clara Harpole
Evelyn Murphy
Audrey Temples
Together This Week
Sunday, March 8
| 8:30 a.m. | Worship in the FRC & Online |
| 8:30 a.m. | Life Groups |
| 9:45 a.m. | Worship in the FRC & Online |
| 9:45 a.m. | Life Groups |
| 9:45 a.m. | Together For Life/Social Hall |
| 9:45 a.m. | Parent & Child Gospel Class/245 East |
| 11:00 a.m. | Worship in the FRC & Online |
| 11:00 a.m. | Life Groups |
| 11:00 a.m. | Hispanic Congregation Worship/Chapel |
| 3:00 p.m. | GriefShare/254 North |
| 4:00 p.m. | Chapel Choir Ensemble & Chapel Puppets/Various |
| 5:00 p.m. | Preschool Family Night/FRC |
| 5:00 p.m. | Student Choir Rehearsals/Various |
| 5:00 p.m. | Women's Bible Study/257 North |
Monday, March 9
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Bible Study/257 North |
Tuesday, March 10
| 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/252 North |
Wednesday, March 11
| 9:30 a.m. | Adult Bible Studies/2nd FL North |
| 11:00 a.m. | Midweek Bible Study/Chapel |
| 4:45 p.m. |
Fellowship Supper/FRC Taco Salad or Bowl & Dessert or Chef's Salad Kids Sacks: PB&J or Grilled Cheese Sandwiches |
| 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. | Middle School Loft/The Loft |
| 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Choir/Choir Room |
| 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Orchestra/FRC |
| 6:30 p.m. | High School Community Groups/In Homes |
Thursday, March 12
| 9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
| 10:00 a.m. | Dawsonaires/Choir Room |
Watch us live at live.dawsonchurch.org, or watch us each week on CBS 42 on Sundays (one week delayed) at 10:00 a.m.