Worship Services

 8:25 a.m., 9:40 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary

11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel

Life Groups

 8:25 a.m. & 9:40 a.m.

And he said to all, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.” Luke 9:23

Dear Church Family,

I am excited to share that by recommendation of the Personnel Team, and endorsed by the Deacon body, Randy Poe has been selected to serve as our new Business Administrator.

Many of you know that Randy has served as our Missions Associate for the last three years. During his tenure, he has coordinated our extensive mission efforts through Go Love Tell. Under Randy’s leadership, Dawson opened an English Language Center in the world’s largest Muslim country, established financial and ministry relationships with multiple churches in Maine, and opened The Learning Center on Green Springs Highway in Birmingham. During his tenure, he has coordinated the work of 318 volunteers in Maine, 42 volunteers in Southeast Asia, and 237 volunteers in Birmingham.

In addition to his work with Go Love Tell, Randy and his wife, Monica, have been integral parts of our Hispanic congregation since they joined Dawson in 2003. Randy has served as the volunteer student minister in that congregation for 13 years.

What you might not know about Randy is that prior to his tenure as our Missions Associate, he owned several small businesses in the areas of marketing and real estate. In addition to his ministry service, Randy brings a wealth of business knowledge and experience to his new ministry position as Business Administrator for the Dawson Family of Faith.

Please join me in praying for Randy and his family as he makes this transition to a new area of ministry and service.

Blessings,

Pastor David

On behalf of the Personnel Committee and with the endorsement of the Deacon body, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Randy Poe as our new Business Administrator.

Since 2015, Randy has served as Dawson’s Go Love Tell Missions Associate and has been responsible for the successful development, implementation, administration, and operation of Go Love Tell—a 5.6-million-dollar missions emphasis. In addition to his Go Love Tell responsibilities, Randy, who is fluent in Spanish, has been serving with Dawson’s Hispanic Ministry in various roles since 2005, including Student Minister and Hispanic Finance Committee Chairman.

Randy is an effective communicator and an excellent manager who is analytical and detail-oriented. He excels in strategic planning and forecasting and brings a special understanding of church operations and ministry purpose. In 1994, Randy received a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Samford University. Shortly thereafter he rose to the position of National Sales Manager for an advertising company and later opened his own event marketing firm. In addition, Randy has used his experience in the business world, as well as his extraordinary work ethic, to run successful real estate businesses of his own.

Randy grew up as a missionary kid in Chile, and met his wife, Monica, while they both were attending Samford. Randy and Monica have five children: Carla, Ferrah, Jordan, Jessie, and Zander. The entire family is active in the Vestavia Hills community. Randy and his family continue to participate in mission projects beyond Go Love Tell and have served many times in countries such as Ecuador, Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua.

In addition to the attributes listed above, Randy is uniquely qualified for this position because of his heart for God and for sharing the Gospel. Randy was licensed to Gospel Ministry in January 2011 at Dawson and ordained in January 2015.

Please join us in welcoming Randy to his new ministry role and his new responsibilities as Business Administrator.

Dawson is seeking male volunteers to serve at an upcoming Kairos Prison Ministry weekend at the Donaldson Correctional Facility, April 25-April 28. Kairos Prison Ministry International, Inc. (Kairos) is a lay-led, interdenominational Christian ministry in which volunteers bring Christ’s love and forgiveness to prisoners and their families. If you are interested in participating in this life-changing event or would like more information on how to support this ministry, please contact Scott Simpson at scottsimpson112@gmail.com. Team meetings for this event will begin March 3.

Dawson is hosting the 2019 Alabama Baptist State Evangelism Conference on February 25 and 26. Volunteers are needed during each of the sessions to be in charge of merchandise tables for the speakers and musicians during the conference. All of the sessions will take place in the Sanctuary. If you would like information about how you might help Dawson host this conference, please contact Rachael Daughtry at 871-7324 or rdaughtry@dawsonchurch.org.

Begins Sunday, March 3, 8:25 a.m. & 11:00 a.m., 268 Arendall

This hands-on, five-week class is designed for kids in grades 1-5 who have made their professions of faith. (We recommend your child complete this class before baptism.) During this class, we will experience life-changing truths and learn how they apply to our daily lives. Each student will also be given a workbook to be completed at home.

Parents are asked to attend the first class with their child. There are two options available, 8:25 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., so families can attend their regular Life Groups and Worship Service. Please register for this class at dawsonkids.org.

Monday, February 18, 9:30 a.m., Social Hall

Please join us on Monday, February 18 for a time of refreshments and fellowship beginning at 9:30 a.m. The program begins at 10:00 a.m. in the Social Hall. This month, Dr. Maxine Jones will be reviewing A Place Called Heaven by Dr. Robert Jeffress. Please make sure to bring your Bible.

Tuesday, March 12, 9:15 a.m. & 6:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall

Get your house and tables set for spring when Tammy Flowers shares her faith story and teaches some basic skills for making flower arrangements! Women of all ages are welcome and this is a great opportunity to invite your neighbors, friends and co-workers!

Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Cost is $20 per person, per session. Childcare is available. For more information and to register, please visit dawsonchurch.org/handmade. The registration deadline is Sunday, March 3.

On February 25, Dawson will be hosting the Alabama Baptist State Evangelism Conference. We will hear from several guest speakers from our community and beyond, including Dr. David Eldridge, and our very own Sanctuary Choir & Orchestra will lead worship. Please join us in praying for the works that God will do in our community through this conference.

Friday, March 1 & Saturday, March 2, Camp Dawson

DSM Guys Retreat is open to all 6th-12th grade guys. We’re headed to Camp Dawson March 1-2, 2019 for an awesome weekend of teaching, worship, small groups, games, ropes course, and more fun things! Seth King and Bryan Howard will be speaking, and Trenton Fiscus will be leading worship.

The cost is $50 until February 20 and increases to $60 after that. Register at dawsonchurch.org/students.

Sunday, March 10, 6:00 p.m., Family Recreation Center

Guys, don’t miss the Spring Men’s Network Dinner! We will hear from special guest, Rick Swing, Executive Pastor of Westwood Baptist Church in Alabaster. After a successful college basketball career at the Citadel, Rick was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers. A year later, Rick moved on to play basketball for “Athletes in Action” and helped build a ministry called “Spirit Express.” Rick has served more than 30 years in local ministry using his gifts to spread the Gospel. The evening will include a $10 steak dinner with all the trimmings. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/mensministry to reserve your spot.

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Charles (Charlie) Wallin Dockery, son of David and Maegan Dockery, will participate with his family in dedication this Sunday during the 11:00 a.m. worship service. Charlie was born on August 24, 2018. He has one brother, Jonah. His grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Larry Wallin of LaFayette, GA and Mr. and Mrs. Dan Dockery of Carrollton, GA. His great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Larry Houston of Chickamauga, GA and Mr. and Mrs. Ross Evitt of LaFayette, GA.

Andrew and Mary Katherine Bartlett and John and Lauren Rogers in the death of Mary Katherine and Lauren’s father.

Jenni and Blaine Brint, Sophie Brint, and Mason Brint in the death of Blaine’s father and Sophie and Mason’s grandfather.

Jeanne and Bill Wear and family in the death of Bill’s brother.

Sarah Catherine and Charlie Hearn on the birth of their son, Brooks Michael Hearn, on February 6, 2019.

Christie and Reel Howell on the birth of their son, Warren Rainsford (Raines) Howell, on February 4, 2019.

Joy Blackmon  

Isabelle Crawford

Sae & Leslie Evans        

     Vivi, Stan, Edie

Brad & Holly Kennedy     

     Colette “Coco”

Wednesday, February 20

Thursday, February 21

Friday, February 22

Dawson’s 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service is broadcast (one week delayed) on WIAT 42, Sundays at 10:00 a.m.