Join a small group this winter
We all need people to walk through life with us and help us follow Jesus. Small groups help our big church feel smaller and more connected, and each meeting consists of discussion around the most recent sermon, prayer, fellowship time, and of course, food. We have groups meeting every day of the week as well as groups at every age/stage of life. And – bonus – it’s OK to try more than one group to find one that fits you! Interested? Get started here.
Five Oaks Kids volunteers training and appreciation
If you (or your student) serve in Five Oaks Kids, please join us on Saturday, February 3 at 6 pm for dinner and a time to connect with others who serve. We’ll also have some training and time for questions. If your child serves and you don’t, you’re welcome to attend with your child to help you stay updated. Our subs are also welcome to attend. Register for the training here. Questions? Email Kelly Bauman.
Story of God: Winter classes now open for registration
Do you ever find the Bible confusing? Ever wondered how you fit into God’s plans for you? If that’s true for you, join our Story of God class, a six-week guided journey through the Bible. Learn how the Bible fits together to tell one big story. And discover how you fit into the bigger story that God has for your life. You’ll meet with a cohort once a week and can expect about 20 minutes of outside work each day. Winter classes are now open! Details and registration available here. Questions? Email Jonathan Haage.
Five Oaks Students: interested in the challenge conference? Come to the parents’ info meeting
The Challenge Conference for high schoolers is an impactful summer week of learning, bonding, worship, and growth. If your high schooler is considering going to Challenge with Five Oaks Students on July 1-6, you’ll want to come to our parents’ informational meeting on Wednesday, January 24 at 5:30 pm. We’ll discuss itinerary details, trip costs, and other important items. Bring your questions! No need to pre-register for the meeting. Questions? Email Henry Michael, henrymw@fiveoakschurch.org.
Love is in the air...so let’s pack meals!
Share your LOVE for children in desperate need of food around the world by joining with your Five Oaks family members to pack meals at Feed My Starving Children in Eagan on February 10, from 9 am to 10:45 am. Interested? Details and registration available here. Questions? Email impact@fiveoakschurch.org.
One week remains for baby items donations!
Women and families facing an unplanned pregnancy can often feel overwhelmed, alone, and frightened. We partner with two organizations that help navigate this journey with women and families who find themselves in this spot. Each year in January, we host a baby items drive in partnership with New Life Family Services and Woodbury Options for Women. Here is a list of needed supplies. Sometime in the next three weeks, please pick up a few items from the list and return them to church commons by January 28. Whether you donate or not, please also pray for both these partner organizations and for the families they help each year. Questions? Email impact@fiveoakschurch.org
Let’s play basketball!
Did you know that Five Oaks Students has a basketball team? On Friday, February 2, Hope Farm School will challenge our team on the court. This event is always an electrifying night that brings our middle school and high school ministry together for a unified purpose. If your student wants to come to watch and cheer on the team or play on the team, please sign up today at www.fiveoaks.church/students. Oh – and the café will be open!