Your help for expectant moms is priceless
Would you like to make a big difference by doing something very simple? Bring diapers, wipes, and gently used baby clothing to Five Oaks to help support New Life Family Services (NLFS) as they, in turn, help those in crisis to choose life.
In addition to supplying baby items, NLFS also helps those who have had abortions to experience the grace and forgiveness of God. For more info about this program, call (612) 746-5639 or email coordinator@conquerorsafterabortion.org.
Baby items may be turned in at the ministry cart in the commons through March 1.
Baptism/communion class will help you navigate milestones
We have the perfect solution if your child/teen asking about baptism or communion. Join us February 23, 9 am in room 101 for our Communion and Baptism Milestone Class where we’ll help you lead your child/student in these important discussions. Please email Kelly Bauman at kbauman@fiveoakschurch.org, or message Kelly on Realm, to RSVP.
Loving vulnerable children/foster care
Providing foster care, or even a temporary version of it called respite care, may sound both appealing and intimidating all at once. If you have questions about what’s involved in foster or respite care, join us at our informational meeting on February 23, 11 am in room 105. We’ll have some of Five Oaks’ own foster parents available to explain what’s involved and answer all your questions. To RSVP or ask questions, please email impact@fiveoakschurch.org.
Cuba construction trip: (Impact Passport “GO” opportunity)
Would you like to help create real change in a chaotic world? Five Oaks will be taking a Construction Team to Cuba June 13-20. We have a team leader and experienced in-country partners, but they need your help! If interested please contact Ginger Bollinger via Realm or email her at gingerb@grahamoffices.com. We need to know who is coming by March 1.
High school cabin weekends: Register now!
Hey, high schoolers! Join us in the north woods of Wisconsin with friends and your favorite leaders for our cabin weekend. Fun, food, and fellowship are on the agenda! Guys: March 20-22; or girls: March 27-29. Cost is $35, payable by check made out to Five Oaks. To register and for more details go to Realm. Or email questions to Henry Michael at henrymw@fiveoakschurch.org.
What happens at youth group each week?
Middle and high school students meet on Wednesday nights for fun, worship, and small groups! This step in their discipleship journey focuses on growing closer in community and closer to Jesus. It’s a great place for students to get involved in the life of Five Oaks, as they have opportunities for discipleship, serving our community, and going on some amazing trips. Middle school meets from 6-8, high school from 7-9 pm.
Ladies, take a day to connect with others
Could you use a few hours to connect with other women in conversation, food and fellowship? Join us at our IF:Five Oaks event on March 28, 9 am-2 pm. You’ll experience highlights of the IF:Gathering conference in digital telecast format. It’s a bit like a Christian TED talk conference for women. To register and for more info visit, fiveoaks.church/IF-gathering. Register by February 29 and receive $10 off!
Mark your calendar to volunteer at VBS!
It may be one of the coldest weeks of the year, but summer will come! Mystery Island VBS, taking place June 15-18 at Five Oaks, will need your help to make it amazing for kids. Our registration link open for all of March, but in the meantime, click here to look at all the options for volunteering during VBS! We would love to have you! Questions? Please email Kelly Bauman at kbauman@fiveoakschurch.org, or message Kelly on Realm.
Middle schoolers: Join us for District Blitz
How about a weekend in Duluth with your friends and favorite leaders, learning from great speakers and amazing worship leaders? April 17-19. Spots are limited, so sign up soon! Click here to register for District Blitz. Email Kyler if you have any questions! kalbert@fiveoakschurch.org.
Middle schoolers: Invite your friends to Camp Getaway this summer!
Middle schoolers: time to start dreaming of summer camp! Middle school Summer Getaway, June 23-28, is for current 6-8th graders and is what camp should be: great food, friends, tons of games, and the lake! We’ll also have amazing speakers and worship. Invite your friends! Click here for more info and to register. Questions? Email Henry Michael at henrymw@fiveoakschurch.org.
High schoolers: Don’t miss Challenge 2020!
This summer, our high schoolers will travel to Kansas City for a life-changing once-every-two-years conference called Challenge. Five Oaks has taken students to Challenge for over 25 years, and we’ve seen its effect on students’ lives and faith journey many times over. Our travel dates are July 13-17. Click here for more info and to register for Challenge. Questions about Challenge? Please email Henry Michael at henrymw@fiveoakschurch.org.
Got a special hobby? Service? Cabin to share?
To help fund the high school trip to the Challenge conference this summer, Five Oaks Students is hosting an online auction during the month of April. Stay tuned for details (and the link to bid, of course)! If you have a particular experience or service you’d like to donate to the auction, (think of things such as Twins tickets, a photo shoot, a round of golf or lessons, lawn mowing service, a weekend at your lake place, etc.) please contact Henry Michael at henrymw@fiveoakschurch.org.
Women: Looking for a stronger foundation in the Bible?
The women’s evening class of Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) is back at Five Oaks Church again this year, and you and your school-aged students (1st through 12th grades) are invited! We are studying “Acts and Letters of the Apostles,” an amazing study of the word of God and his work in spreading the gospel to all nations through his apostles and through us. Join us Monday evenings from 6:45 – 8:15 pm. To register or for more info, email Alisa Bell at bsf.arbell@gmail.com. You also may show up and we’ll get you plugged in!
Calling all adoptive and foster moms!
Welcome to Embrace-Woodbury South! At Embrace, you’ll meet other moms who are on a similar adoption/foster journey. You’ll experience spiritual, emotional, and practical support for adoptive, foster, and ‘waiting’ moms. We will also make time to learn more about caring for our vulnerable children, along with learning to better care for ourselves and our families. We meet in room 105 on the second Thursday of each month, 6:30-8 pm. Questions? Please email Tammy Placzek at the_plaz@comcast.net.
New member candidates
Jonathan & Emily Brewer
John & Damien Grimberg
Community News
Volunteer for Meals on Wheels
Help keep seniors independent in their own homes! Deliver meals once a week or once a month, on your own timeline. Volunteer on your own or with a friend! Delivery usually takes less than an hour. We accommodate your schedule for your convenience, but you have to provide your own car. Our most urgent volunteer needs are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, but we also have multiple open routes on Mondays and Fridays. Interested? Contact Larissa Little at 651-287-2092 or llittle@merrickcs.org for more information!
Help English Language Learners practice their conversational skills|
People who recently moved to the US have many “new” things to navigate. One of the building blocks of their success is learning conversational English. Do you have an hour once per month to help someone learn to speak more comfortably? Consider volunteering to help them learn to converse. Conversation questions and topics are provided; you just show up and be friendly. Volunteers should be at least 13. April 21 or May 19, 7-8 pm at the ISD 833 District Program Center in Cottage Grove. Questions? Email Five Oaker Kristen Bieber at kristenmbieber@gmail.com.