Share the hope of Jesus this season
Christmas is one of the easiest times to invite neighbors, coworkers, and friends—people are already open to saying “yes.” And the greatest gift we can offer is an introduction to Jesus. Join us for Christmas Eve services on December 23 and 24, and consider who God might put on your heart to bring along. Please note that our service times will be adjusted on weekends before and after Christmas: (December 20 and 27: 4 pm only; December 21 and 28: 9 and 10:45 am). We can’t wait to celebrate with you! Find a downloadable and shareable image of our Christmas Eve services here.
We’d love your help at Christmas services
Looking for a way to give back and serve this Christmas season – possibly with your family or small group? We would love to have you join us in serving either in Five Oaks Kids or in Connections at any of our five Christmas services. We have many options, including usher, greeter, hot chocolate bar, serving with nursery, preschoolers, early elementary. We hope to see you! Christmas services will take place on December 23 at 3:30 and 5 pm, and on December 24 at 2, 3:30, and 5 pm. Click here to find a place to serve in Five Oaks Kids at Christmas. For connections roles, click here or email Laura-Paige Albert.
Join our Advent kids choir this Sunday afternoon
Your kids can help bring Advent to life! On December 14, they’ll open the Advent service with a Christmas song—and we’d love for your child to join the choir. Just come at 4 pm to pick out a costume and jump in. (We have lots of costumes!)
Youth group “Christmas Night” celebration
This week at youth group we’re celebrating the season with a night full of Christmas cheer, big games, and a chance to slow down and remember why this time of year matters. And yes—the Christmas costume contest is back, so come dressed to impress for a shot at some prizes! Programming will look a little different, but times stay the same: Wednesday, December 17, middle school meets 6–8 pm, high school meets 7–9 pm. Questions? Email Mindy Wissink, mwissink@fiveoakschurch.org.
Young Adults: Join us for a winter retreat
Are you a young adult looking to deepen your faith, build meaningful connections, and enjoy a refreshing retreat experience? This event, for those in their early 20s to mid-30s, offers winter activities, games, group discussions, worship, and enough downtime to recharge. Join us January 2-4 at Wood Lake Bible Camp in Grantsburg, WI. Interested? Go to www.fiveoaks.church/young-adults to register. Scholarships are available. Questions? Email Kyler Albert, kalbert@fiveoakshurch.org.
Do you have questions about faith?
Few emotions are more powerful than hope, yet it can feel hard to find. Hope Explored is a 3-week class for anyone exploring faith, curious about the Bible, or feeling disconnected from church. Through videos, Scripture, and discussion, it explores the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, and how he fulfills our longing for hope, peace, and purpose. Two classes starting in January: January 3, 4 pm, and January 4, at 10:45 am. Questions? Email office@fiveoakschurch.org.
Bring in those gently used shoes!
Contribute to the pile of blessings in the commons by bringing your new or gently used shoes to donate through December 28. We’re partnering with Shoe Away Hunger who uses your donations to help feed hungry neighbors. For every pair of new or gently-used footwear received, they can feed one person with up to seven days of essential groceries through their hunger relief programs. For more information, email Dave Baar at impact@fiveoakschurch.org.
Love our neighbors by donating blood
Because he first loved us, we have the joy of loving others in real, life-giving ways. We invite you to join us in a simple but powerful act of love: Donating blood to help those in need. Your one donation could be the answer to someone’s prayer. A stranger you will never meet will be blessed through your generosity. January 8, at Five Oaks, between 10 am-2 pm. Sign up for a donation time slot here. Questions? Email Dave Baar, impact@fiveoakschurch.org.
Build a family culture of honest conversations
Want to build a family culture where conversations about healthy sexuality feel natural and ongoing? Join our 12-week course, Raising Sexually Healthy Kids, created by Pure Desire Ministries for parents of toddlers through high schoolers. You’ll learn how to create a safe, open space for honest conversations. Two classes to choose from starting on Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 11. Visit
www.fiveoaks.church/family to sign up. Questions? Email Mindy Wissink at mwissink@fiveoakschurch.org.
Meltdown Middle School Camp: Registration is now open
Meltdown is an impactful winter weekend retreat held February 13-15, 2026 at Camp Forest Springs in Westboro, WI. Students can look forward to solid biblical teaching sandwiched in between exciting winter activities such as snow tubing, downhill and cross-country skiing. It’s also a great weekend for building friendships and deepening community. Signups are here: www.fiveoaks.church/students. Questions? Email Brooke Ramsey, bramsey@fiveoakschurch.org.
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? Join Story of God, a six-week guided journey through the Bible. Those who have taken the class have found greater understanding of how the Bible fits together to tell one big story. Learn 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.
Ladies, find support for chronic pain
Chronic pain and anxiety can feel very isolating. We don't want you to go it alone. A few leaders who have experienced this in their life invite you to journey with them. Whether you struggle with chronic illness, anxiety and/or depression, this group looks to be helpful in your journey. The intention is that the women in this group will experience community, feel seen, feel belonging, feel safe and be encouraged. The group will meet once a month beginning in January 2026. Email office@fiveoakschurch.org for more info.
Family Mission Trip - SUMMER 2026!
Our summer Family Mission Trip is scheduled for July 18-25, 2026. We’re planning to travel to Panama to partner with Word of Life Panama and Filter of Hope to serve and share the gospel with families and students in Panama. Summer 2026 may seem a long way off right now, but planning is already underway, and we’d love to know if you’re interested in learning more about being part of this trip. The trip is for everyone 18+ and students 13+ with a parent. To get connected, email Dave Baar, impact@fiveoakschurch.org.
Thinking about a summer internship?
Now is the time to be thinking and planning for a 2026 summer internship! If you’re a junior or senior in high school or a college student, please consider applying to be one of our IMPACT interns this summer. This internship is a great way to explore local and global missions by serving in our community, helping Five Oakers to serve in our community, and serving and supporting our vocational missionaries around the world. This internship also offers the possibility of experiencing a short-term mission trip (scholarship included!). Interested? Email Dave Baar at impact@fiveoakschurch.org.