Evening Lent services begin February 27
Ever wondered what Lent is really all about? Check out our Thursday evening Lent Services called Prone to Wander: Lessons in the Wilderness. These evening services run February 27—April 2, 7—8 pm.
We’ll begin our time in the worship center and then head to the Fireside Commons for deeper conversations and connection.
Join us as we learn together how growth and blessings can come in the most unexpected places.
Lent Journals, coffee and tea provided. (Not able to make the service in person? Listen online and join our “Lent 2020” Facebook group for extra content and dialogue.)
Baptism/Communion class this Sunday!
We have the perfect solution if your child/teen asking about baptism or communion. Join us February 23, 9 am in room 101 for a Communion/Baptism Milestone Class where we’ll help you lead your child/student in these important discussions. Please email Kelly Bauman at kbauman@fiveoakschurch.org, if you have questions. Walk-ups are welcome!
Loving vulnerable children/foster care info meeting this Sunday!
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. If you have questions, please email impact@fiveoakschurch.org. Walk-ups are welcome!
Next Story of God Class starts March 1
One person said of our Story of God class, “It gives me a better understanding of what my purpose here on earth is.” Story of God helps us see the one story the Bible is telling and gives us a framework which helps understand more of the Bible as we read it. Come join our next six-week class, starting on March 1. To register or ask questions, or go to fiveoaks.church/storyofgod.
Loving your city: Baby Items Drive
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 as they, in turn, help those in crisis to choose life. In addition to supplying baby items, New Life 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.
Cuba construction trip: (Impact Passport “Go” opportunity)
You can help create change in a chaotic world. Five Oaks is 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, 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.
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!
Middle school District Blitz is coming fast!
Time to get plugged in by going to District Blitz 2020: Plug In in Duluth, April 17-19. Middle schoolers will create memorable experiences as a group and get plugged in to God’s Word deeper than ever before. You can expect awesome worship and great speakers who will challenge us to live out our faith in all areas of life. Register in Realm soon, as spots are limited! Questions? Email Kyler at kalbert@fiveoakschurch.org.
Middle schoolers: Invite your friends to Camp Getaway this summer!
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.
Join the fun in the sun this summer at Mystery Island VBS
Kids grapple with questions about God everyday: Is there just one God? What is God like? Does God love me? At Mystery Island Vacation Bible School (VBS), we’ll uncover the truth about our Creator God! Save the dates: June 15-18! Registration opens March 1, so look for more registration details next weekend. Questions in the meantime? Please email Kelly Bauman at kbauman@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
In sympathy
Please join us in praying for Deb McKenzie. Deb is mourning the loss of her father, Dan Moltzen.
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.