Vacation Bible School: Kids are priceless to God!
Your kids will want to join the fun at our in-person VBS, June 21-23, to learn how they are treasured by God as he knows, hears, comforts, and forgives us. To ease social distancing with this large event, we’re offering a choice of the morning (9:15-noon) or afternoon (1:15-4:00) session. VBS is open to children ages 3 years old by September 1, 2020 and potty trained, up through third grade. Register now at www.fiveoaks.church/vbs.
Parents who serve at VBS may bring their kids free of charge! We’d also love help from middle and high schoolers, too! You can choose just one shift or all the shifts on all the days! Click here for more info and to sign up to help.
Questions? Email Kelly Bauman, kbauman@fiveoakschurch.org.
What is ‘Secret Church’ – ?
What if following Jesus were illegal where you live, which in turn meant you had to walk miles to find other believers? You’d likely spend hours together praying, worshiping, and studying God’s Word. Secret Church simulates this reality for persecuted Christians. Join the national simulcast on Friday, April 23, 6 pm – 12 am, at Five Oaks, as we worship, study, and pray for the persecuted Church. This year’s theme is The Great Imbalance. Interested? Email impact@fiveoakschurch.org to receive a registration link.
Seniors and families: Join us for our Senior Send-Off
With graduation right around the corner, we want to honor all of our Five Oaks seniors with this important milestone! Seniors and their families are invited to join us for our Senior Send-Off on May 15, 5:30-7:30 pm at Five Oaks. Dinner’s on us! Please register by May 7. You can do so by clicking here. Please also send us a digital copy of your senior picture (in JPEG format, largest file possible) and a note about your post-high school plans. These items can be emailed to Peg Benson, pbenson@fiveoakschurch.org, by April 29.
Ladies: IF:Table is back! Deep discussion + fun!
Do you miss meaningful, in-person conversations with other women? We will discuss monthly questions that lead to heart-level conversations about life and Jesus. Options available on May 22 include: 4:30-5:45 pm with Five Oaks Kids programing, OR a longer gathering starting at 6:00 pm and staying after for fun together! Mark your calendar for May 22 at 4:30 pm or 6:00 pm. To sign up, put “IF:TABLE” on your connect card and we’ll send you a registration link. Questions? Please email theresa.gulsvig@gmail.com.
Global 6K: your friends will love this event
Our goal is to have 30 percent of our Global 6K Team from outside of Five Oaks. Why? It gives you the chance to invite friends into what’s important to you. It gives your friends the chance to show compassion in a polarized world. Your help keeps children from missing school and dying from dirty water. Each registration provides clean water for one person FOR LIFE. The Global 6k is May 22 at 8 or 10 am at Colby Lake Park. Register here: www.fiveoaks.church/global-6k. Save $10 with the promo code fiveoaks.
Want to help out at the Global 6K?
Join us to create a fun atmosphere for our Five Oaks/World Vision Global 6K Event on Saturday, May 22! You can volunteer whether or not you're participating in the 6K, and you can help before OR after the event if you are walking/running it. Please click here to see all the opportunities available and find a role that works for you!
Middle school: Camp Getaway is coming soon!
We’re getting more excited for Camp Getaway as the weather warms up! We don’t want your middle schooler to miss out! At camp, June 8-13, your student will learn about Jesus, the gospel and how it impacts their story. We’ll have loads of fun, create lasting memories, make and deepen friendships, and have an action-packed week for six days at Camp Arrowhead! Click here to sign up and watch last camp’s highlight video! Questions? Please email Kyler Albert, kalbert@fiveoakschurch.org. Friends are welcome, too!
Do you like writing? ...Or making a writer better?
Come join the DailyLife team. This team writes daily devotionals for hundreds in our church and community to engage with God every day. We’ll train and equip you to engage your creative efforts to write and disciple our church family. Or, you can edit and help make sure everything looks and sounds the best it can! Interested in more info? Email Jonathan at jhaage@fiveoakschurch.org. (And if you would like to read DailyLife, come subscribe at www.fiveoaks.church/dailylife.)
Making a difference – made easy
Guess how many ways there are to serve at Five Oaks? Over 30! Some of our lesser-known serve options include photography, helping with seasonal decor, writing or editing for DailyLife, and helping with our livestream. For a complete list of all the ways you can volunteer, click here to check it out. We have many ways you can make a difference, both in our building and at home. Want more info? Email Jennifer Clemens, jclemens@fiveoakschurch.org.
Our newest team to serve our online community
Our online worship services are the front door for many who are checking out Five Oaks. You could play a major part in their experience, from hosting our online chat, to engineering the audio, or following up with new people! Come be a part of this amazing team, helping engage new people to our community! (We’ll provide you with all the training and support you need!) Email Jonathan Haage, jhaage@fiveoakschurch.org, to learn more.