Easter worship: Join us in-person or via livestream
As you make plans to celebrate Easter this year, we look forward to worshiping with you either in our building or online. Join us and rediscover the life-changing story of the cross and resurrection. No pre-registration required.
Friday, April 2, 5:30 pm – Good Friday service
Saturday, April 3, 4:30 pm – Easter service
Sunday, April 4, 8 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am – Easter service
Kids’ programing available Saturday at 4:30 and Sunday at 9:30 and 11 am
Livestream available at all services except on Sunday 8 am: www.fiveoaks.church/easter
Baptism: An important step in our faith journey at any age
Baptism is an important part of our journey in following Jesus. Jesus modeled it by being baptized himself, and it’s a way to say to God and his family, “I’m all in for Jesus!” Our next baptism weekend is coming up on March 20+21. If you would like to explore taking the step of baptism, please email Jonathan Haage, jhaage@fiveoakschurch.org. We hope to talk with you soon!
Small child, big task
We believe that life with God is meant to be a family thing. Nobody has a greater potential to impact a child’s spiritual development than their parents! We’d like to help equip you for your journey ahead. If you’re interested in having your child dedicated, we’d love to meet with you and share encouragement and some materials. Our next dedication weekend will be April 10 + 11. If you are interested in family dedication, please email Kelly Bauman, kbauman@fiveoakschurch.org.
Want to join our mission?
Membership is important at Five Oaks. It’s a way of saying, “I want to be part of the mission of this local church.” If you have a personal relationship with Christ and you have completed Story of God (the class or in your small group), we would love to have you join us for this VIRTUAL membership class on Sunday, March 28, from 11am-noon. Click here to register, and then we’ll send you the Zoom link and class materials. Questions? Please email Pam Hawley, phawley@fiveoakschurch.org.
You can bless our middle and high schoolers
Ever wanted to serve Five Oaks Students but didn’t think you had the time? Well, you may serve in areas weekly, monthly, or just once a semester! Each week we have people who serve by setting up the building, serving snacks, and helping clean up. No matter what your strengths are, there is a place for you. If you’re not sure what it looks like, there are even opportunities to shadow volunteers and help with special events. To get involved, contact Kyler Albert, kalbert@fiveoakschurch.org.
Lent services: Invited-encounters with Jesus on Thursday evenings
The gospels are filled with life-changing encounters with Jesus. They’re more than just stories. They point us to his divine nature and teach who he is and who we are in the story of God. God’s Word is an invitation for us to encounter the living God again and again. Join us for Lent services Thursdays, 7-8 pm, through March 25, in-person or online. We’ll look to scripture and dive into an encounter with Jesus, followed by guided conversation around the fire in the Acorn Commons. Childcare provided. Click here to register your nursery/pre-K aged kids for childcare. Click here to register your elementary kids for childcare.
Ladies, join us for an If:Gathering experience
We are identity amnesiacs. We forget who we are and we need to be reminded of who God says we are. Ladies, come be reminded of who you are and what that means for the incredible future impact you can make in this world. Come join an IF:Gathering Experience at Five Oaks as we take the top talks of the IF:Gathering into a four-week small group on Saturdays, during our worship service, April 10-May 1. If you’d like more info or to register, go to www.fiveoaks.church/IF-gathering.
Middle school Camp Getaway June 8-13
It’s never too early to think about summer camp! Our goal is to have a blast this summer, and we don’t want you to miss out! At camp, you’ll learn about Jesus, his gospel and how it impacts your 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.
This summer could be a game-changer for your high schooler
What if, by the end of the summer, your high schooler developed a heart for discipleship and serving others? We have two opportunities for high schoolers that will do just that for them, all while making memories and making a difference. 1. Join us as a student leader at Middle School Camp Getaway, June 8-13. High schoolers will lead in activities, lead in cabins, and assist the adult leaders to make Camp Getaway a high-impact week for middle schoolers. 2. Join our APEX mission trip in Minneapolis this summer. This is a chance to peel back the layers of need in our own backyard and watch our high schoolers develop leadership and discipleship rhythms, rhythms that will spill into their young adult lives. Details & registration for both events are in Realm.
Click here to apply as a student leader for Camp Getaway.
Click here for more info and registration for our APEX mission trip.
Questions? Email Henry Michael, henrymw@fiveoakschurch.org.
Register now to get your early discount on the Global 6K for Water
Did you know that 1000 kids die each day due to lack of clean water? What’s worse, kids often walk 3+ miles each day to access dirty water, the only water they can find. You can help simply by joining our second annual Team World Vision Global 6K for Water at Colby Lake Park on May 22. You can run, walk, push a stroller, bring your friends or family. Your registration fee provides clean water for one person for life. Go to fiveoaks.church/global-6k now, use the promo code ‘fiveoaks’ to register, and get a $10 discount.
More open gym time slots available!
Due to the over-the-top participation and enthusiasm for our open gym time during Four Weeks of Fun, we are excited to share with you that we’re extending open gym hours through the end of April. (Let’s face it: winter is far from over!) You may click here to find the time slots that fit your family’s schedule. See you in the gym!
Serving our online congregation
Many Five Oakers access our worship services via our livestream, as do many first-time visitors. Our livestream is in many ways the “front door” of our church. It’s what helps people want to be part of our church family. You can help serve our online congregation by joining us in our “online HQ” to either help host the online chat or help run sound. We’ll provide training and support. For more info, please email Jonathan Haage, jhaage@fiveoakschurch.org.