Worship Services

8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary

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

Worship Together Online

8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m.

live.dawsonchurch.org

Hispanic Congregation Online

dawsonchurch.org/hispaniclive

Life Groups

8:30 a.m. - Preschool, Hearts & Hands

9:45 a.m. - Preschool, Kids, Hearts & Hands, Students, College, Adults

11:00 a.m. - Preschool, Adult Special Education

Some adult Life Groups may be meeting in person. Please check with your Life Group Leaders to find out more.

And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. And all who believed were together and had all things in common. Acts 2:43–44

Welcome Aubrey Johnston! Aubrey grew up in St. Louis, Missouri, and made her way to Birmingham, Alabama, to attend Samford University where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Human Development and Family Education with a minor in Sociology. She went on to attend Beeson Divinity School where she completed her Master of Divinity in December 2020. Aubrey has been serving as the College Ministry Associate at Mountain Brook Community Church. 

Aubrey is very passionate about discipling young woman and focuses her ministry around deep and meaningful relationships. She is an extremely gifted teacher and longs for every student here at Dawson to experience the riches of God’s Word. In this role, Aubrey will work alongside Bryan to provide supervision and coordination to all of Student Ministry, including working closely with parents, Life Groups teachers, and volunteers to disciple students towards a life-long faith in Jesus Christ.

We are so excited to see what God does through Aubrey as she helps lead and disciple our students. Please join us in praying for her as she transitions into this new role in our Student Ministry.

This month we are collecting back-to-school supplies for students in Coy, Alabama, our adopted community in the Black Belt region of South Alabama. Your donations of paper, pens, pencils, crayons, USB drives, highlighters, markers, loose-leaf paper, 3 ring binders, 2 pocket folders, scissors, or any other new school supplies are greatly needed and appreciated. Collection tubs are located at the Church Office and the Welcome Desk in the Arendall Building.

Please make your donations by Sunday, July 25. If you have any questions, please contact David and Denise Bivin at dbivin3@gmail.com.

Do you like to shop? Kids Connection needs additional volunteers to assist clients in shopping for their children. Volunteers work 1 or 2 days a month on Tuesdays or Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (flexible time). Volunteers help clients pick out clothing, shoes, toys, books, and other items. This is also a great opportunity for summer service for teens aged 16 years and older. Younger kids (10 and above) can serve if their parent is also volunteering on the same day. If you are interested, please contact Joy Phillips at kidsconnectionAL@gmail.com or text her at 205-612-6167.

The Learning Center is branching out, and we need your help! We will offer a Community Computer Training Course beginning in September on Monday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. We'll begin with basic curriculum and need 6-8 instructors who can teach the provided curriculum to our students on a rotating schedule. (So you won't be there every week unless you want to be!)

If you are interested, please contact Ryann Mitchell at rmitchell@bhamlearning.org for more information.

The Dawson Library is looking for volunteers on 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays from 8:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Rachael Daughtry at rdaughtry@dawsonchurch.org.

Sunday, July 18, 11:00 a.m., Social Hall

All visitors and new members are invited to Discover Dawson on Sunday, July 18. Discover Dawson is an informal group session that allows you to become better acquainted with Dawson’s vision, ministries, and mission opportunities. Reservations are not required but are helpful in planning. Please let us know of your interest by contacting Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org or Jim Gifford at jgifford@dawsonchurch.org.

Sunday, July 25, 4:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall

For hundreds of years and for many cultures, teatime has been a time for mindful moments alone and for fellowshipping in community. Dawson Women’s Ministry invites you to an elegant teatime experience that will feed your soul. Lorna Reeves, editor of TeaTime magazine, will host in Fellowship Hall on Sunday, July 25 at 4:00 p.m. We will gather to enjoy dainty food, hot tea, and sweet fellowship. Tea, whether sipped in solitude or with several sisters in Christ, is one of God’s good gifts that He can use to accomplish His purposes in us and through us as we commit ourselves to honor Him. Reservations required. Register at dawsonchurch.org/women.

Dawson's Recreation Ministry is crazy about basketball! The Men's Basketball League gives men of all ages an opportunity to participate in open league basketball. The league runs August 10 through October 11, with teams playing on Tuesdays or Thursdays. Grab your friends or co-workers and register as a team. Spots are limited. Registration opens July 7 at 8:00 a.m. For more information and to register, visit dawsonchurch.org/mensbasketball.

Dawson Ballet School is currently registering for classes for the 2021–2022 season, and we would love for you to join us! Our goal is for students to grow in both a love for dance and Jesus. We offer a variety of classes, including ballet, pointe, contemporary, and jazz for students age 3 through teens. To view our schedule and to register, visit dawsonchurch.org/ballet.

Thursday, July 15, 11:30 a.m., Fellowship Hall

You are invited to this very important Lunch and Learn with speaker Lynn Campisi—a top-rated Elder Attorney in Birmingham. This is one of those “don’t miss” programs. This program will include the following topics:

1. What are the core planning legal documents I need as both my parents and I age?
2. Would you explain these documents so I can understand?
3. What is the single greatest threat to my financial security?
4. How do I budget for a loved one’s future expenses?
5. Are my existing documents up to date?

Please join us on Thursday, July 15 at 11:30 a.m. as we learn about this important topic. The reservation deadline for lunch is Monday, July 12. To register, please contact Debbie Moss at 205-871-7324 or dmoss@dawsonchurch.org.

Thursday, July 29, 9:30 a.m., North Parking Lot

Adults, please join us for a bus trip to a place not on the beaten path. Our second mystery lunch will take us North on Interstate 65. We’ll meet in the North Parking lot on Thursday, July 29 at 9:30 a.m. and enjoy some great fellowship and a delicious meal. Cost of the meal is in the $15 range (Dutch treat). We should be back in Birmingham by 2:45 p.m. Reservations are available beginning July 15. Visit or call the Church Office to register.

Fresh sweet corn season is worth waiting for! Whether it is eaten raw, steamed, boiled, pan sauteed, creamed, or grilled, summer is the time to enjoy fresh sweet corn! Combined with other seasonal vegetables, this salad is loaded with flavor and nutrient density. You can make it with a traditionally southern taste or kick it up to southwestern!

Summer Fresh Corn Salad 

Makes 6 servings

Ingredients:

Salad:

5 ears of sweet corn, cut off the cob (may be grilled)

2 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered 

1 cup small diced red onion 

1 large avocado, diced (optional for southwestern flavor)

Dressing:

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (lime juice about 1-2 limes for southwestern flavor)

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/4 to 1/2 cup chiffonade fresh spinach or basil leaves (fresh cilantro for southwestern flavor)

Red pepper flakes to taste for southwestern flavor

Instructions:

1. To cut the shucked corn off the cob, first invert a small bowl inside a larger bowl. Cut the stem of the cob off for a flat surface. Place cut side down holding the tip and slice downward close to the cob with a sharp chef knife rotating to get all the kernels off.  

2. To chiffonade the basil, stack several basil leaves together and then roll tightly. With a chef knife make perpendicular slices across the roll for thin strips.  

3. Whisk the dressing ingredients together. Add the other vegetables to the bowl and toss with the dressing. If using avocado, add just before serving.  Serve cold or at room temperature.

Adapted from barefootcontesa.com

The Wellness Kitchen

Pat Terry, PhD, RD, LD, FAND

Lauren and Houston Bendall on the birth of their daughter, Emma Ruth Bendall, on July 5, 2021.

Lee and Donna Mann

Sunday, July 11

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