Equipped for life workshop: help with kids and parents
Some of us are parenting our kids, and others of us are “parenting” our parents. Whether you have small kids or aging parents, you might appreciate some practical wisdom and spiritual encouragement in your current situation. Join us on Monday, February 3, for our Equipped for Life Workshop with four different breakout speakers for various life stages. Childcare is offered for $5 per child. Get all the details and register here. Questions? Email Kelly Bauman, kbauman@fiveoakschurch.org.
Join us to pray for the Together Campaign
You are part of the heart of our church’s mission. We know you’re invested in what God has next for Five Oaks. Because of our commitment to how God is moving in our church, we invite you to join us for a time of prayer — together — at one or more of our Together Prayer Gatherings. Look forward to a low-key time that includes prayer in smaller groups and time for individual prayer and reflection. Whether you’re a veteran prayer or someone newer to prayer, God wants to hear from you on behalf of the Together Campaign. Thursdays, 6-7 pm, January 9-February 27. Questions? Email Brandon and Sara Hale at haleandcompany@gmail.com
Impact partner prayer this weekend!
Prayer is the most powerful tool we have to support our IMPACT partners. Join us this Sunday, January 26 at 10:1 5am in Room 102 to put that tool to work by bringing the prayer requests of our IMPACT partners to our God. Questions? Email Dave Baar, impact@fiveoakschurch.org.
Want to have more capacity to be generous?
Most of us want to be generous and more intentional about our finances but get caught in the whirlwind of all the other things of life. What if a short nine-week course could give you the space and rhythm you need to increase your financial intentionality and your capacity to be generous with others? We have two different classes for Financial Peace University starting in February: one starting on Sunday, February 9, and one on Tuesday, February 11. Interested? Details and registration here.
Story of God - the one true story
Research shows that the number one way to grow spiritually is to read and reflect on Scripture. But frankly, sometimes Scripture is confusing. Our Story of God course is designed to help you see the one big story the Bible is telling and the stories, songs, and letters contained within that broader story. We have several Story of God classes starting this winter. This eight-week class will help you read and understand the Bible with better clarity. You can find the details and register here: www.storyofgod.church.
Try 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 small group 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. Questions? Email Steve Johnson, sjohnson@fiveoakschurch.org.
Interested in membership?
Membership is important at Five Oaks. It’s a way of saying, “I want to be part of the mission of this local church.” If you have a personal relationship with Jesus, and you have completed the Story of God class, we would love to have you join us for our membership class on Sunday, February 16 at 9 am. Register here. Questions? Email Kelsey Vang, kvang@fiveoakschurch.org.
Register now for the newly-revised Story of God course
Do you ever find the Bible confusing? Ever wondered how you fit into God’s plans for you? If so, consider registering for Story of God, an eight-week guided journey through the Bible. Whether you’re brand new to the Bible or have been reading it for many, many years, this course will help you feel like the Bible is less of a mystery. It will also help you see how the whole Bible fits together to tell one big story. The newly-revised course contains all the important highlights and topics of the previous course, but it is stretched over eight weeks to make the daily pacing more manageable. We have four Story of God classes launching this winter and two next spring. Go to www.storyofgod.church for more info and to register. Questions? Email Jonathan Haage, jhaage@fiveoakschurch.org.
Introducing Drive Season Partner - Esther Homes
Esther Homes is a new St Paul-based “drive season” partner this year. Motivated by the love of Jesus, the mission of Esther Homes is to come alongside pregnant women who are experiencing crisis by providing them with housing and resources, within a community of support, so each woman can focus on creating a better future for her family. In addition to supporting them through our supply drive, there are many ways you can serve the women and children living at Esther Homes. Check out their volunteer page on their website: ESTHER Homes or email Amber at amber@estherhomesmn.com .
Love is in the air...so let’s pack meals!
Share your LOVE for children around the world who are in desperate need of food around by joining with your Five Oaks family members to pack meals at Feed My Starving Children in Eagan on February 15, from 9:30 am - 11:15 am. Interested? Sign up here: Questions? Email impact@fiveoakschurch.org.
A ”can’t-miss” event for educators
Calling all Christian public school educators! Start your Saturday with an uplifting morning of fellowship, worship, and inspiration designed just for you. Connect with like-minded educators, savor a delicious hot breakfast, be encouraged by powerful testimonies of God’s work in our schools, and be inspired by a keynote speaker who will leave you ready to tackle the challenges ahead with renewed faith and purpose.
What: 4th Annual Compass Educator Breakfast
Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
Time: Breakfast buffet opens at 8:30am, program from 9-11am
Location: Five Oaks Church
RSVP Here: Sign Up Link
This free event is open to all who serve in schools—don’t come alone; bring a colleague or friend! Questions? Email Dave Baar, impact@fiveoakschurch.org or Sean Ryther, sean.ryther@gmail.com
Welcome New Members
Gary & Shaina Elfert
Camron & Ana Sofia Olson
Dan & Kristen Spielman
Katherine Bell