fall camp getaway is filling up!
Camp Getaway is one of our most impactful weekends of the year, as it allows high school students to grow deeper in their friendships and make memories, learn more about why Jesus matters in their everyday life, and have a ton of fun in the process. November 8-10 at Wood Lake Camp. Students can look forward to night games, skit night, great food, impactful worship, and meeting new friends. All the details and registration available here. Questions? Email students@fiveoakschurch.org.
Help with healing from divorce or separation
DivorceCare is a safe place where caring people come alongside you as you find healing from the pain of separation or divorce. In this 13-week Christ-centered support group program, you’ll find helpful counsel to manage the emotional turmoil and practical tools for decision-making. The group meets at Five Oaks Church at 7 pm on Monday evenings, starting October 21. Interested? Find our Five Oaks group and register here.
Last call to pack meals at Feed My Starving Children
Feed My Starving Children is one way to get your whole family involved in providing nutrient-rich meals to some of the most impoverished parts of the world. Join your Five Oaks family at FMSC in Eagan on October 26 at 12-1:45 pm, to pack meals together. We have 120 spots reserved for our church, and kids as young as 5 years old are welcome to serve with their parents! To register: http://www.fmsc.org/join-group?joincode=KDZ9V4
Next up in Drive Season: Provide a UGM Thanksgiving Bag to those in need
We’re looking forward to partnering again this year with Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities to provide Thanksgiving meals to those who cannot afford to purchase the staples for a holiday meal. Shopping lists are available here. Please return filled bags to church by November 10. This is a great way to give back in our community with your kids, family, or small group; make it a grocery shopping outing together! Questions? Email Dave Baar, impact@fiveoakschurch.org.
Employment opportunity
Our Business Administrator, Dave Casmer, is going to be retiring soon. For that reason, we are seeking a dedicated individual to oversee financial operations and the administrative tasks of this role. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to serve our community. This opportunity is flexible to part-time or full-time depending on the candidate. Contact Brian Burquest, bburquest@fiveoakschurch.org, by November 1 if you’re interested in learning more.
Congregational Meeting — Save the date!
Mark your calendar and join us for our annual congregational meeting on November 10 at 4 pm. Stick around afterward for fellowship and food. Childcare is available for kids from birth up through fifth grade. Info about proposed constitutional changes, governing board elections, new members, agenda, etc. available for your review here. Questions? Email Brian Burquest, bburquest@fiveoakschurch.org.
Serve your neighbor in need at Dorothy Day
If you’d like to make a difference to our neighbors in St. Paul, join us to prepare and serve a meal at the Dorothy Day Center on Saturday, November 2, 9:30 am-1:15 pm. Interested? Email Cindy and Tim Wiant, wiynts4riverfalls@gmail.com. Tim and Cindy will get back to you with confirmation of your spot on our team and instructions on how to get signed-up. Volunteers need to be at least 14 years old.
New member candidates
Luke & Lindsay Blackwell
Andrew & Benny Bomett
Jayson & Jessica Cardwell
Nathan Drude
Jeff & Joanie Figlmiller
Sheryl Forshier
Dan & Kristen Himmerich
Taylor & Emilia Krueger
Bill & Carolyn Leckey
Junny & Rachel Lee
Anna Novak
Thad & Cheyenne Olson
Dave & Loretta Overby
Dave & Barb Peloquin
Marcus Vickery