Ladies: Connect with others at IF:Five Oaks
Let the stress of the soccer carpool or your unreasonable co-worker melt away for a few hours while you connect with other ladies at IF:Five Oaks on March 28, 9 am-2 pm at Five Oaks Church.
This will be a time to gather at church and experience highlights of the IF:Gathering conference in digital telecast format. It’s a bit like a Christian TED talk conference for women, with nationally recognized speakers.
Gather a few friends and make it an outing! To register and for more info: www.fiveoaks.church/if-gathering. Bonus — registration is only $20 if you register before February 29! (That’s a $10 savings!)
Click here to watch a short highlight clip of last year's IF:Gathering.
You can ask Pastor Henry all your questions this Sunday
If you’re new here, you may wonder how best to get connected. We have a simple first step, called Pizza with the Pastor. This one-hour lunch with Pastor Henry will allow you to ask any questions about Five Oaks and get you started connecting with others. FREE childcare and a FREE pizza and salad lunch. Sunday, February 9, after the second service. Walk-ups are welcome!
Looking for an alternative to Date Night?
Hey, single gals and guys! Join us at the home of John and Juli Servatius THIS Sunday night (February 9) at 6 pm for a potluck and games. 6987 Lydia Lane, Woodbury, MN. If possible, RSVP to tell us what you’re bringing: servatiusjuli@gmail.com.
Baptism/Communion class: navigating these milestones with your kids and teens
Is your elementary, middle or high schooler 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 in these important discussions. Our next baptism weekend is March 21+22 at all worship services. This class will help you decide if your child is ready for baptism. Please email Kelly Bauman at kbauman@fiveoakschurch.org to RSVP.
Loving your city and finding healing – Baby Items Drive
You can make a big difference by bringing diapers, wipes, and gently used baby clothing to church February 8-23. New Life Family Services uses your donations to help those in crisis to choose life. Through their Conquerors program, NLFS also helps those who have had abortions to experience the grace and forgiveness of God. For more info about Conquerors, call 612-746-5639 or email coordinator@conquerorsafterabortion.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.
Middle schoolers: Join us for District Blitz in April
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 henrymw@fiveoakschurch.org.
High school cabin weekends are coming soon!
Guys and girls groups each have a cabin weekend to hang with friends, enjoy winter, play games, and relax in the north woods of Minong, Wisconsin. Guys’ weekend is March 20-22; girls weekend is March 27-29. Guys: click here for registration. Girls: click here for registration. Questions about either cabin weekend? Please 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 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.
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.