advent services start next week!
The Christmas holidays are right around the corner! Also coming soon are our Family Advent Services on December 1, 8, and 15, all at 4:30 pm. We’ll start in the worship center with some fun and games and a short Christmas message. Afterward, options include games and activities for toddlers to grandparents, treats, crafts, and some time to socialize. No need to register. Invite your neighbors and friends!
Join us in prayer on Sunday
Missionary prayer is this weekend! Join us as we pray for our mission partners between the services on Sunday, November 24, 10:15-10:45 am in Room 102. We’ll pray over specific requests sent from our local and global missionaries and mission partners. If this Sunday doesn’t work for you, we do it every month on the final Sunday. Not only is the power of prayer important, but also this is a great way to help make our mission partners real to us and get to know them a little better by partnering with them in prayer. Questions? Email Dave Baar.
Fifth graders: Join us for a night of fun
Throughout the year, we invite fifth graders to specific events so they can have fun and make connections before they join Five Oaks Students next fall. Our next event will be on Friday, December 6, 6:30 to 8 pm. Kids can look forward to a variety of activities and games to choose from. It’s a great invite opportunity for friends and neighbors. Interested? Details and registration here.
Now featured in Drive Season: Hope for the Brave
Hope for the Brave is a nonprofit founded by Five Oaker Jennifer Flaherty. Its vision is to end generational violence one person at a time. For Drive Season, Hope for the Brave is collecting unwrapped toys and gifts for their Christmas event in December. Pick up a shopping list from the chalkboard and check out Jennifer’s table in the commons this weekend before or after services. Questions about Hope for the Brave or want to volunteer at their December event? Email Dave Baar, impact@fiveoakschurch.org.
Ladies, join us for more than just brunch
Come together other ladies at our next TABLE on Wednesday, December 4, at 9:30 am at Five Oaks Church. This is a potluck-style meal with fellowship and a time of guided conversation. All are welcome; invite your friends and join us for a time of connection. Registration and more info here. Questions? Email our team.
Ladies, invite a friend to our Christmas event!
We invite you to step away from the holiday rush and join us for an evening filled with joy and celebration. Explore the meanings behind Jesus' many names through moving songs and uplifting scriptures. This event consists of seasonal tunes, tasty treats, and conversations that we hope will encourage you in whatever season you are in as we approach the holidays. December 12, 6:30-8:30 pm. This is a great season and a great event to invite your neighbor or co-worker to! Details and registration here. Questions? Please email our leadership team.
Wish you could streamline all your church info?
Whether you’re new or a long-time member, staying connected with our community has never been easier. Need to check service times or your small group date? Want to join a group, sign up for an event, or watch past sermons? It’s all available in one central location -- in the Church Center app on your phone. This app is a tool that will help lessen the burden of sifting through emails or finding that ONE group text that includes the details you’re looking for. You can find the Church Center app wherever you download your apps. Questions? Email office@fiveoakschurch.org.
Curious about a family mission trip next summer?
If you are interested in learning more about our plans to serve in Panama in 2025, please join us for one of these information sessions:
December 7, 2024, 5-5:30 pm - Room 105
December 8, 2024, 10:15-10:45 am - Room 105
This mission trip is open to everyone 18 years of age and older and families with middle school-aged students and up. We plan to serve alongside the Word of Life Panama missionaries and will partner with Filter of Hope and the local church to share the gospel and water filtration systems with Panamanian families. If you’re interested but can’t make it to one of these sessions, just email Dave Baar at dbaar@fiveoakschurch.org.
Help spread Christmas cheer in Woodbury!
Save the date for when you’ll see our Kids Hope Giving Tree with gift tags hanging on it. This is a simple way to bless the Kids Hope students we mentor at Woodbury Elementary as well as their families with Christmas gifts. Starting November 30, Stop by the Giving Tree in the commons between services to grab a tag with an item on it. You may shop for that item/gift card & bring it back, wrapped, by December 15! Email khusa@fiveoakschurch.org with any questions.
Men’s Summit: Step away to move forward
It can be helpful to step away from normal rhythms for a few days so we can step back into them with greater intentionality. You could take that step back during our Men’s Summit weekend, January 31-February 2, 2025. We’ll hear from speaker Dr. Ron Archer and enjoy many fun activities, from pickleball to snowshoeing, with plenty of free time to explore outside or read a book by the fire. Come get recharged! Details and registration here.