Equipping you to reach kids and teens in your life
Whether you’re volunteering at church, at school, or just hosting the neighborhood kids at your house, we know that sometimes it feels like behavior management is the main idea rather than connection, teaching and fun. Sometimes behaviors are overwhelming and you wish you had more tools in your pocket to love and help the kids you serve. Join us on October 8, 8:30 am-12 pm, for training with Ryan and Kayla North, national trainers who specialize in helping adults lead kids well who have experienced trauma at a level that affects behavior choices. This event is free and open to the public. Questions? Email foster@fiveoakschurch.org . Register here.
Is your family ready for our faith milestone classes?
We want to partner with you in your children’s faith journey. If you have a young child and want to have them dedicated at church, join our next Dedication Class on September 25 at 9 am. If you have a child or student interested in Communion and/or Baptism, join us at 10:45 that same day. For more info on either of these, email Kelly Bauman. Our next Faith Milestone Celebration will be on October 29 & 30.
Kids Hope USA: Making a difference in Woodbury
For more than 10 years, Five Oaks has partnered with Kids Hope to provide the gift of mentorship to students at Woodbury Elementary School. A KHUSA mentor offers one hour each week to one student in need of emotional, social, and academic support beyond what s/he normally receives in the classroom and at home. Staff and parents share over and over again that the 1:1 attention and investment of a caring adult improves attitude, focus, performance, and confidence. One hour from you each week can change the trajectory of a student’s life right here in our community! Our ministry is currently recruiting mentors, prayer partners, and support for events and communication. Is God nudging you? Email KHUSA@fiveoaks.org or visit us between services on Sunday, September 18. (Look for the Kids Hope banner!)
Find your place in God’s story
The Bible tells one great story. And knowing this great story helps us to really understand more of the Bible as we read it and see it in its greater context. Come join one of our Story of God classes this fall to get a Biblical overview in six weeks and experience more understanding as you come to Scripture in your daily life. Multiple classes are starting in September and October. You can register now for our fall Story of God classes here.
One way to bless others from your home
In this highly digital age, do you notice how meaningful handwritten notes and cards can be? The Prayer Card Team is looking for more folks to join in sending prayer-filled cards to those in our church body who are in need of prayer. Commitment is twice a month, all from the comfort of your own home. For more information, email Kelsey Vang.
Register now for Hearts and Hammers September 24
Hearts and Hammers’ mission is to assist low-income homeowners struggling with deteriorating home exteriors by providing free exterior restorations through volunteers. This year's home belongs to someone who has been on the waiting list for 4 years, & this year is his year! You can expect fun, fellowship, and possibly learning a skill you didn’t know you had! You’ll see how many hands make light work.This event is open to all adults and kids ages 12 and up. No special skills required. September 24. We kick off at 7:45 am, and typically wrap up around 2:30 pm. Lunch will be provided. Register here. Can't make it the whole day? Sign up anyway!
DIVORCE CARE: Help when you need it most
Divorce is one of the most painful experiences couples face. So many emotions. So many challenges. You don't have to go through it alone. DivorceCare offers support, answers, and practical tools to help you manage the many stresses of separation and divorce and find healing. If you could use help, DivorceCare is for you. Sign up for the group hosted at Five Oaks that starts on Monday, October 3. If you can't make the first one or two, you can still jump in at anytime. For more information and to register, go to divorcecare.com and "find a group."
Important dates for fall in Five Oaks Students
It’s time to mark your calendar for two important fall traditions in Five Oaks Students! November 11-13 is our high school Fall Camp Getaway 2.0. Students are staying at a new location this fall (Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch), and they can look forward to digging deeper in community, friendships, and relationship with God. Middle schoolers can look forward to the long-standing custom of fall games and smashing fun at Middle School Pumpkinfest on November 18. Stay tuned for details and registrations for both of these!