A 96 percent graduation rate in the inner city?
Are you serious? YES! This weekend, you'll learn about Hope Academy, one of our BLESS Impact partners. They're achieving this high graduation rate, and other measurable successes, in the Phillips Neighborhood of Minneapolis in the context of engaging families and teaching about the image of God in each student. Representatives from Hope Academy will be in the commons after worship services to answer questions and share different ways you can get involved. Stop by to get more info and catch their vision.
Do you like being a little creative? (Note update on event date)
How would you like to help us implement a plan for creating the VBS decor and decorations? We have a variety of projects that need willing hands – you don’t even have to be artistic! Join us on May 16 at 1 pm in the gym. We always have fun and would love your help! Interested? Email Kelly Bauman, kbauman@fiveoakschurch.org. Bring your friends! We hope to see you there! Important note: This event was originally advertised for both May 2 and May 16. The May 2 date has been cancelled, so we look forward to seeing you on May 16!
Do you have an important mother figure in your life?
Moms play an important role in our lives, from a hug and a kiss for a skinned knee, to plodding through math homework with their kids, to helping raise grandchildren, and everything in between. We know that the person you call “Mom” might be your mom, or she may be a stepmom, an aunt, a grandmother, or even a caring neighbor. Mark your calendar for Mother’s Day, on May 9, and bring that mom-type person to Five Oaks with you. We have some treats planned and an open-air Covid-friendly photo booth on tap. (Note: we’ll have treats on May 8 as well, but the photo booth is reserved for May 9 only.) Show Mom how much you love her on Mother’s Day at Five Oaks!
Fifth grade families: Get a sneak peek at Student Ministry
Fifth graders and parents! You’re invited to our annual fifth grade preview night on May 12, 6-7:30pm. This is an easy way to ease your student into the ministry and get them connected to community as you start to navigate the middle school years! Your student will join in our weekly rhythms of worship, teaching, and groups, and parents will have a short parent meeting and introduction to the ministry! Pizza, snack, and drinks will be available for purchase at the Acorn Café. Click here for more details and registration info.
Seniors and families: Join us for our Senior Send-Off (Final call to register and send us your pic!)
With graduation right around the corner, we want to honor all of our Five Oaks seniors with this important milestone event! 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! Click here to register by May 7. Please also send us a digital copy of your senior’s picture (in JPEG format, largest file possible) and a note about their post-high school plans. These items can be emailed to Peg Benson, pbenson@fiveoakschurch.org, ASAP.
Want to help out at the Global 6K? Want to join the party afterward?
Join us to create a fun atmosphere for our Five Oaks/World Vision Global 6K 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. Click here to see all the volunteer opportunities available and find a role that works for you! And remember, we’re having a party for all participants and volunteers at Colby Lake following the event. Bring the whole family!
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 without child care included, and staying after for fun together! Mark your calendar for May 22 at 4:30 pm or 6:00 pm. Click here to sign up, put “IF:TABLE.” Questions? Please email theresa.gulsvig@gmail.com.
Middle school: New promo code for Camp Getaway!
Hey middle school families! When you recruit a middle school friend, not otherwise affiliated with Five Oaks, to join your middle schooler at Camp Getaway, June 8-13, both you and the friend will receive $50 off your camp registration! (Offer applies even if you have already registered!) To receive the promo code, email Kyler Albert, kalbert@fiveoakschurch.org. But don’t delay – offer ends May 9. (That’s Mother’s Day, so think of this as a Mother’s Day gift from Five Oaks Students!)
Do you like podcasts?
We are launching a new podcast, and we’re looking for those who want to help make it happen. If you have experience in audio recording, RSS feeds, or just a love for podcasts and willingness to learn the tech, we’d love to have you join the team. It’s a great way to serve on your own schedule, and help others grow in their faith! Interested in more info? Email Jonathan Haage at jhaage@fiveoakschurch.org.
Students: Do you need volunteer hours?
Hey students, here's some volunteer work to help you meet requirements or to beef up your resume. The Five Oaks Foster Family Meal program needs volunteers to deliver store-bought meals, maintain an electronic inventory record of items available to help foster families, or shoot and/or edit a video. Time commitment: about one hour per month. Interested? Text Juli Servatius at 651-206-9034 or email impact@fiveoakschurch.org
Do you love to serve big family meals?
If you thrive on planning and serving meals to extended family or neighbor gatherings, we have an opportunity for you this summer to use these gifts of hospitality. During the weeks of July 11-16 and 18-23, Five Oaks will be housing teen mission teams, and we’re looking for someone like you to serve as our Food Services Attendant. You’ll be responsible for organizing food for 30-40 people, serving breakfast and dinner, and preparing "grab and go" bag lunches. Bonus: This position includes a stipend. Interested?Please email Kevin Johnson, kjohnson@fiveoakschurch.org, or call Kevin at 651-341-8022.
Every considered taking your career overseas? Pediatric positions are needed!
Want to participate in global missions by taking your job overseas? Scatter Global is currently looking for a Pediatric Specialist and a Pediatric Ophthalmology Specialist/Consultant in the United Arab Emirates. Interested in more info? Please email impact@fiveoakschurch.org.