Four Weeks of Fun: Register now!
Kick the “long and dark winter” mantra to the curb and join your friends at Five Oaks for FOUR WEEKS OF FUN! The same FUN experts who brought you five years of the amazing Game Café and Fall Fun Fest are cooking up some pandemic-friendly options for your whole family. You can look forward to pickleball tournaments over the next four weeks, open gym time for families, virtual trivia night, a guided painting class, a puzzle swap, an in-person and/or virtual board game night, and of course our outdoor Wacky Winter Wonderland event on February 13 with lunch included! Registration for these events is now open, so don’t miss out. Our space for many of these events is limited, and we want to see you there! You may view and register for events at www.fiveoaks.church/fun. ( << See that? even the URL is fun!)
Loving Your City – New Life Family Services (Impact Passport “Ready” and “Set”)
Want to make a big difference in a simple way? Bring diapers, wipes, and gently used baby clothing to the Commons January 16-31 to support New Life Family Services (NLFS) as they help those in crisis to choose life. Other ways to volunteer at NLFS: cleaning, clothing distribution, cooking, administration, teaching, coaching, and providing medical services. Interested in more info or getting involved? Email impact@fiveoakschurch.org.
Men’s Summit 2021: Register now!
We all need the chance to take a breath and refocus on what matters most. Join the Men’s Summit on January 22+23 at Five Oaks, at a reduced rate of $50. Our theme this year is “Men of Strength” with three amazing messages from Vince Miller, CEO of Resolute, a ministry dedicated to mentoring men. Look forward to great discussion with other guys, plus a variety of activities, including: pickleball, Jackbox Games, foosball, card and board games, watching movies, etc. Register at www.fiveoaks.church/summit.
High schoolers: Let’s go tubing!
Hey, high schoolers! Put down your device and dig out your winter gear. Invite your friends for an afternoon of snow tubing with other Five Oaks high schoolers at Green Acres in Lake Elmo. Saturday, January 30, 12:30 - 3 pm. Cost: $16 per student plus a signed waiver. Click here for details and to register. Questions? Email Henry Michael, henrymw@fiveoakschurch.org.
Give the gift of time and make a lasting impact
This weekend we move toward “near-normal” as we bring back our Saturday worship service. We look forward to seeing your kids at all three worship services, to play with them and help them discover the story of God. With another worship service each weekend, we’d love for you to please pray on it and consider taking an hour out of your week to make a lasting impact in the lives of our youngest Five Oakers by volunteering. It’s easy, fun, and our staff does most of the “heavy lifting.” Interested? Please email Kelly Bauman, kbauman@fiveoakschurch.org.
One way to thrive in 2021
We’re all anxious to turn the page and start fresh. As you think about new or healthy rhythms that you’d like to start in 2021, consider joining a small group. Yes, adding a new “thing” can feel overwhelming, but if we’ve learned anything in 2020, we learned that we are created to be in community. Joining a small group will prove to be life-giving. It can be a place to belong that helps bring balance and a sense of normalcy in this different season. We have groups for all life stages, meeting both online and in person, on every night of the week. Do this one thing this winter for yourself and your family. To start the process of joining a small group, please fill out our form at fiveoaks.church/small-groups.
Watch your Biblical understanding grow this winter
Jesus is the culmination of God’s rescue mission. But how does all of the Old Testament point to that rescue mission? And what does that mean for the story of my life? The Story of God class will help bring the Bible to life for you. People ranging from zero biblical knowledge to seminary trained students have gained a greater understanding of Scripture in the Story of God class. And that training impacts every time they come to Scripture. Join this six-week journey and learn the story of God. This winter is a great time to see how Scripture can overcome the darkness of a long season. To register or for more info, go to fiveoaks.church/story-of-god. Our next class starts February 7. We have both in-person and online classes available this winter.
Connected college students
Hey college students! Would you like to stay in touch with your friends from home? You can stay connected with our Five Oaks College Students Instagram site, @thrive.student. Share your experiences with college life, get plugged in with ministries on campus, and reconnect with other students from “home.” Questions? Email impact@fiveoakschurch.org.
An exciting spring & summer in Five Oaks Students
Every Wednesday night, middle and high school students meet for fun, worship, and small groups! Five Oaks Students is a great place for students to safely thrive in a community together, whether they attend in-person or join our livestream each week. Middle school meets from 6-7:30 pm, high school from 7:30-9 pm every Wednesday starting January 6! Also, look forward to middle school Camp Getaway in June, and our high school Twin Cities Apex mission trip in July. Questions? Email Henry Michael, henrymw@fiveoakschurch.org.
Looking to share your talents?
We’d love your help in any of our Connections ministry areas (think ushers, greeters, Acorn Cafe) or in Five Oaks Kids at any of our upcoming weekend worship services. And starting next weekend, we’ll need your help on Saturday evenings as well. Lots of great ways to jump in!
Click here for opportunities to serve in Connections ministry
Click here for ways to help out in Five Oaks Kids