Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things.  Philippians 4:8  

 Worship Services

    8:30 a.m. - Chapel

    9:40 a.m. - Journey, Chapel

    9:40 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary

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

  Bible Study

    8:30 a.m. & 9:40 a.m.

During the summer, children often get to experience new activities through camps. Dawson offers Day Camps, Music Camp, Art Camp and sports camps for our kids as well as children from throughout the community. These camps use creative ways to help children learn about God and grow in their relationship with Him. In addition to our many missions activities, these camps are growing the next generation of missionaries.

Our expenses are at their peak during the summer because of so many activities and programs. Even if you are away, remember to give your tithes and offerings to Dawson. The goal for giving to the ministry budget from May 26 through July 7 is $1.2 Million. "Be Found Faithful" in your giving as we support God’s work through Dawson.

Kids Connection gives away clothes, books, and toys of all types to children whose parents or caregivers may not otherwise have the resources to provide them. Some of our current needs for donations are:

• Books for all ages, new or gently used
• Athletic shoes for boys and girls
• Baby wipes and diapers (all sizes), bibs, hooded towels, and infant and toddler hats
• Boys shirts, shorts, and jeans in sizes 4-12
• Summer pajamas for boys and girls
• Crib sheets

Please see if you have any of these items that you can donate. Donations may be brought to Kids Connection on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. or to the North Parking Lot at the church on Wednesdays from 4:45 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

The Homebound Ministry needs a male volunteer. If you are interested contact Jim Simpson at 871-7324 or jsimpson@dawsonchurch.org. Please help us take Dawson to those who are unable to attend.

Due to the increasing cost of airline baggage cost Dawson Mission team often leave empty luggage with the missionaries. In some cases we need to take supplies into the country in luggage rather than in trunks. Because of this, we need medium and large suitcases on hand for our mission teams.  If you have luggage that could donate, please bring it to the Church Office and attach Ben Hale’s name to it.

Sunday, June 23, 4:00 p.m., 258 North

On Sunday, June 23 at 4:00 p.m. in Room 258 North, the Inglenook Mission Team will meet to plan for this year’s Vacation Bible School at Inglenook Park. Every summer Dawson volunteers conduct a mission Vacation Bible School. For many of the children and youth at this city park, this is the highlight of their summer.

We are in need of volunteers of all ages and interests. This is a great opportunity for parents to work along-side their school-age children. We are also looking for leaders to help with planning and organization. If you would like to help with the project, please come to the meeting or contact Sharlene Speer at TSSpeer12@aol.com. Volunteers are still needed for the Bible learning activities, recreation, crafts, refreshments, and worship.

This month, the Dawson Family of Faith will send a mission team for the first time to Nepal to share the gospel. Please pray for the team leaders and team members as they share the good news of God’s love and for the people the team will encounter. The following are some specific prayer requests from the team:

• "Safety as we share the gospel in villages where the name of Jesus has never been heard. There can be opposition."
• "Boldness and clarity as we share the gospel."
• "That God would lead us to those whose hearts are seeking Him and lead us in sharing the gospel with His people!" 

Please continue to pray for the team members upon their return as the opportunity to share with friends and neighbors may have an even greater impact.

I am a child, sad and alone.

I have no parents, or a home.

I look for food, both day and night;

but it never fills my appetite.

The place where I sleep and go to bed,

is under a bridge where I rest my head.

I beg for money and people say, "Nope."

I used to feel like there was no hope.

But, one day there came a mission team.

When they saw me, they began to beam.

They gave me food, clothes, and a toy,

also the gift of Jesus and joy.

I will never forget that special day.

‘Cause though I am poor I can always say:

"I have the most important of all things,

Jesus Christ, the King of Kings!"

Written by Haley Hauck (Age 11) and inspired by the plight of the homeless children she witnessed while on a mission trip to Honduras.

Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m., Social Hall

You are invited to join other adults in Bible study on Wednesday evenings during the summer. We will meet beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Social Hall on June 12, 19, and 26; July 10, 17, and 24; and August 7. Please bring your Bible and invite a friend to attend with you. We hope to see you there!

We are glad you have worshipped with us this morning! Bible study enhances your worship experience so that you can learn from God’s Word about the Savior you are worshipping in our morning worship services.

Greeters and Welcome Center Hosts are eager to help you find a Bible study class that meets at 8:30 a.m. or 9:40 a.m. prior to your worship service choice. There are many options from which you can choose. Please allow us to help you continue your worship of the Savior through Bible study.

The Dawson Music Academy reaches out to the community to provide quality music teaching and experiential learning in a safe environment where the love of Christ is obvious in the attitude and leadership of the faculty. Over 140 children and 50 teachers and helpers are involved in the week. Children can learn to play a variety of instruments (violin, piano, guitar, drums, handbells, or voice). They also join together in recreation, snacks, and special worship times. It is a great ministry to the community to the glory of God. Please pray for the DMA Summer Music Camp this week.

This weekend Dawson’s Organist, Eric Mathis, receives his PhD in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. His emphasis is Christian Worship with a minor in Preaching and the Arts. Eric is an Assistant Professor of Music and Worship in Samford’s School of the Arts. This fall he becomes the Director of the Forum for Worship and The Arts.

We congratulate Eric for this outstanding accomplishment. We are grateful for his worship leadership from the organ every Sunday at Dawson.

Monday, June 17, 9:30 a.m., Social Hall

Jo Morris will review Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand at The Round Table Book Review on Monday, June 17. Refreshments and fellowship will begin at 9:30 a.m., and the program will begin at 10:00 a.m. in the Social Hall. Please feel free to bring a friend!

Wednesday, June 19, 6:00 p.m., Birchtree Swim and Raquet Club

Students in grades 6-12 (completed) are invited to attend a student ministry-wide cookout and pool party on June 19 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Birchtree Swim and Raquet Club.

If the pool party is canceled due to rain, it will be rescheduled for June 26. If not, students are invited to meet for a movie on June 26. Movie night specifics to be determined.

Wednesday, June 19, 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Social Hall

As our loved ones age into those golden years, we sometimes see their behaviors change. What’s behind those changes? You are invited to attend this program and learn some of the reasons they act the way they do and say some of the things they say. Understanding may help you communicate and relate to these loved ones better.

Our guest speaker is Judith Jones, a community education manager of Geriatric Behavioral Health at Baptist Princeton. Reservations are not required. Please invite a friend to attend with you.

Thursday, June 20, 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Room 253

You are invited to participate in this group of caregivers whose goal is to offer support and encouragement to one another and to ease the strain and reduce the challenges of care-giving. At this month’s meeting, our special guest will be Judith Jones, a community education manager of Geriatric Behavioral Health at Baptist Princeton.  A light supper will be served. Please RSVP by June 19 if you would like to have a meal. You may RSVP to Chandra, at 871-7324 or by emailing cchakravarthi@dawsonchurch.org. 

Sunday, June 23, 9:40 a.m., Fellowship Hall

Discover Dawson is a two-hour session on Sunday, June 23, from 9:40 a.m. to noon in the Fellowship Hall. The session is for anyone interested in learning more about Dawson, its ministry, vision, mission opportunities, facilities – everything you always wanted to know!

Lunch will be served; reservations are not required, but please let us know of your interest. Contact Jan Jones at 871-7324 or jjones@dawsonchurch.org. We look forward to helping you discover Dawson.

Have you heard of the "7" Experiment? In this experiment, Jen Hatmaker introduces the idea of examining seven areas in the lives of Christ followers to see if excess exists that prevents us from being as effective as we could be for God’s purposes.

Dawson’s Women’s Ministry is pleased to have Jen Hatmaker as a special guest at our "Love Your Neighbor" Women’s Event on Friday and Saturday, August 23 and 24. Dawson members, friends, and community are invited to attend. Tickets ($15) are available online at www.dawsonchurch.org/women.  We expect tickets to sell out, so purchase yours ASAP and buy an extra one for a friend!

Monday-Friday, July 29-August 2, 9:30 a.m., Ballet Room

The Dawson Ballet program is offering a one-week ballet camp for 4 and 5-year-old girls. The camp will take place July 29-August 2 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The cost is $85. This fun-packed week will contain instruction in various types of dance and will also include music, games, snacks, and crafts! Please sign up today at the Family Recreation Center.

Read "Fenton's Friday Five" for observations and insights about being faithful at www.dawsonchurch.org/fridayfive.

 The Reverend Doctor and Mrs. Gary Dale Fenton

invite you to the Christian marriage

of their daughter

Leah Amber

 to Mr. David Oneal Treadwell, junior

Saturday, the twenty-ninth of June, at

11:00 a.m.

Dawson Memorial Baptist Church

In lieu of an invitation to all Dawson

members, please consider this your

personal invitation to attend this

joyous occasion for our family. 

---Gary and Alta Faye Fenton

Caleb Isaiah Barger, son of Michelle and Ron Barger, will participate with his family in dedication this Sunday during the 8:30 a.m. worship service. Caleb was born on January 31, 2013. He has two sisters, Clara Rose and Annabelle. His grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Michael Allen of Marshall, NC and Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Barger of Rockwell, NC. His great-grandmother is Ms. Mary Kampf of Arden, NC.

Tonya and Daniel Richards on the birth of their daughter, Makayla Elizabeth Richards, on April 25, 2013.

The beautiful arrangements of flowers in the Sanctuary today are from the June 15 wedding of Erin Carroll and Paul Agostini

Will Arendall

Sunday sermons, by Dr. Gary Fenton, are available on CD in the Marketplace (located in the Foyer) immediately following the 11:00 a.m. service ($4 each). 

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