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.

Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him. Proverbs 30:5

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The Nominating Team is distributing information to Dawson members requesting input as they begin the process of nominating Deacons, Church Officers, and Standing Team Members for 2019. Names of people to be considered for these positions should be submitted to the Church Office by May 6. You may submit names by emailing your nominations to nominate@dawsonchurch.org or by visiting the church’s website. You may also complete your forms by hand and either return them to the Church Office or drop them in the offering plate during one of the Sunday morning worship services. Forms are available at the Church Office or alternatively you can use the Communication Form in the pew rack. Clearly mark the card “Nomination Suggestion” and include your name, the name of the person being nominated, and the position for which you are nominating them on the card.

To nominate online:

1. Go to www.dawsonchurch.org/nominate
2. For Nominating Guidelines, see documents at the bottom of the page.
3. Click the link “2019 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 emailed to the
   Church Office.

Dawson’s KidLife Week (our version of VBS) is June 4-8. The 2018 theme is “Great Big God,” and we expect more than 1,000 preschoolers and children to come to our campus each day from 9:00 a.m. to noon. These children will experience God’s Word through Bible study, music, worship, crafts, games, snack and fun activities!

KidLife is Dawson’s largest outreach of the year, and we need hundreds of volunteers to make this week possible. We would love to have you serve on the Dawson KidLife team as a classroom teacher or in a special area. No matter where you serve, you will have the sweet reward of watching hundreds of preschoolers and children learn about God and praise Jesus. Please contact Brooke Gibson, Minister to Preschoolers, to serve with nursery (infants-3 year olds) or preschoolers (age 4-Kindergarten completed), or contact Danielle Bell, Minister to Children, to serve with children (Grades 1-5 completed).

Please pray for these Mission Teams and for the people with whom they will come into contact through serving and sharing the Gospel:

Northeast Africa: From April 19–28, a team will trek into remote areas and GPS map villages. Fewer than 20% of the people here can read and write. The Bible is not written in their language. Through Go Love Tell, we have worked with a Wycliffe Bible Translator to get the books of Luke and Acts translated into their language in audio version. The team will deliver these translations via solar powered mp3 players.

Maine: From April 27–29 a team led by Tom Thompson will provide training to churches on a variety of ministry areas. This training is in response to specific needs expressed by some of the existing churches in Maine. The training will help them be better equipped to reach more people for Christ and to disciple believers.

Sunday, April 22, 6:00 p.m., Sanctuary

Collide Children’s Choirs will present Star Quest: Search for the Stolen Scriptures on Sunday, April 22 at 6:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. With a laser-focused message and galactically-cool songs, our kids are memorizing Scripture as they go on a far-out mission.

Saturday, April 28, 8:00 a.m., FRC

Dawson’s 28th Annual Perseverance 5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Fun Run will be held Saturday, April 28. The 5K Run/Walk begins at 8:00 a.m., and the 1-Mile Fun Run begins at 8:45 a.m. This is a great community and family-friendly event. Following the race, trophies and door prizes will be awarded. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/dawson5k to register.

Breakaway 2018 is set for July 11-15 and will be held at the  Ocoee Retreat Center in Ocoee, TN. Dawson’s Middle School and High School students will participate in a week of studying God’s Word, small groups, worship, recreation, and free-time activities. Our camp speaker will be Miles Fidell of Auburn Community Church, and our worship leaders will be Long Hollow Wave. The theme for this year is In Awe. Our time together will be centered around being in awe of our great God and living a life in awe of the Gospel. Register (current cost is $275) online at dawsonchurch.org/students.

Prayer builds bridges between opposing views. Prayer reminds us that we are created in God’s image and that He desires for us to represent Him everywhere we go. Prayer brings UNITY. UNITY is the theme for the 2018 National Day of Prayer and is based on the challenge in Ephesians 4:3, “Making every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” Please mark your calendar for Thursday, May 3, and prepare to ask God to bring revival to our nation and around the world.

Friday, May 18, 12:30 p.m., Oxmoor Valley Course

The Men’s Ministry invites men of all ages and skill levels to participate in the 12th Annual Golf Scramble, Friday, May 18 at 12:30 p.m. at the prestigious Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail - Oxmoor Valley Course. Spend an afternoon of fun and fellowship on this beautiful course. Register as an individual ($110) or gather a foursome ($400). Price includes greens fee, 18 holes, golf cart, a boxed lunch, and a shotgun start. You might even win a door prize!

July 16-20 is Summer Music Camp. Come experience this fun-filled week of exploring music, making friends, and celebrating Jesus. Preschool and elementary campers will become “Superheroes in Training.” Everyone is welcome, regardless of level or years of experience. Use promo code “SUPER” to receive $10 off. To register, visit dawsonmusicacademy.org.

Wednesday, April 25, 6:00 p.m., Foyer

This is an ideal class for new parents, grandparents, babysitters, and anyone working with infants and children. All are welcome to attend.

Thursday, April 26, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Social Hall

You are invited to attend this Lunch & Learn to hear the latest in diagnosis and treatment of common endocrine disorders. A sample of these include: thyroid disorders, weight and metabolism, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, men’s and women’s hormone issues, and more. Lunch is provided. Reservations are required. The reservation deadline is April 24. Please register by contacting Debbie Moss at 871-7324 or dmoss@dawsonchurch.org.

Sunday, May 6, Noon – 4:00 pm, Social Hall

This American Heart Association course will certify you for two years in First Aid, CPR, and the use of an AED. Registration is required. Please register by contacting Debbie Moss at 871-7324 or dmoss@dawsonchurch.org.

Wednesday, May 9, 3:30-6:30 p.m., 2nd FL North

Dr. Julie Harper, and Katie Tuck, CRNP, of Dermatology and Skin Care Center of Birmingham, will perform free skin cancer screenings on Wednesday, May 9. Reservations are required. Please contact Debbie Moss at dmoss@dawsonchurch.org to schedule an appointment.

Adeline Rose Owens, daughter of Stephen and Amanda Owens, will participate with her family in dedication this Sunday during the 11:00 a.m. worship service. Adeline was born on January 25, 2018. She has two brothers, Jackson and Hamilton. Her grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Clark of Adamsville and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Owens of Gardendale. Her great-grandparents are Mrs. Rose Clark Collins of Adamsville and Mr. Jimmy Kuykendall of Pelham.

Charlotte Pulfrey in the death of her daughter, Stephanie Elaine Pulfrey.

Wayne King in the death of his wife, Mildred S. King, and Alicia King in the death of her mother.

Stephanie Elaine Pulfrey ~ April 8, 2018

Mildred S. King ~ April 10, 2018

Blake and Sara Kate Greene     

   (Griffin, Emerson, Ann Sellers, Grady)

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