Global Vision Citadelle ministries: Serving the people of haiti in Jesus’ name
Did you know Five Oaks helped build an orphanage in Haiti nearly 20 years ago? This weekend we’re excited to share an update on the work of our global IMPACT partner, Global Vision Citadelle Ministries (GVCM). GVCM strives to bring the light of Christ into the darkest places of Haiti by working through the local church, planting churches, planting crops, providing medical assistance, drilling wells, fostering employment opportunities, and supporting children in need through local schools that educate over 7000 children, and a children’s home that cares for over 100 children. Nathan & Abigail Mayo from GVCM will be with us this weekend. To learn more about this ministry, stop to chat with them in the commons. Questions? Email Patty and Bruce Gorter, our champions for GVCM, pgorter@comcast.net.
Adults — get connected this summer!
Summer is a great time to make new connections and deepen friendships. We have some great options for men and women this summer: Men, join our every-other-week Bible study at 7 am on Saturdays at the church, starting June 14. More details here- and you can just show up to get connected! Ladies, join our Tuesday evening Bible study (6:30 pm at church) and/or Wednesday morning playdates at local parks, 9:30-11:30 am. For more info on these, check our women’s ministry page on the website.
Our young adult ministry is growing
If you’re between the ages 18 and 24, you may be looking for community with others your age. Our Young Adult ministry meets most Sundays this summer at church. You can look forward to a time of connection, prayer, and a dive into scripture and discussion each week. More info on our Young Adult ministry at
www.fiveoaks.church/young-adults. Questions? Email Melissa Kloetstra, ginjakloetstra@gmail.com.
Impact Mondays - check out DailyLife
Did you know we have an email devotional called DailyLife? Written and edited by a team of volunteers, each day includes content and questions based on the same scripture studied in our weekend sermons. On Mondays, the DailyLife devotional is a bit different in that it focuses on one of our Impact partners and prayer requests for their ministry. This is a great way to stay connected with our Impact partners and to lift them up regularly in prayer. Interested? Sign up at www.fiveoaks.church/dailylife.
Summer youth group
The youth group is taking a short break from Wednesday programming in June, as that is our month of summer camps. Please join us in praying for all the camp details and for transformation in the hearts of students who are signed up to attend! And mark your calendar—summer youth group kicks off on July 2. Every week of summer youth group has a new theme! More details to come! Questions? Email students@fiveoakschurch.org.
Do you love setting up for a party?
Vacation Bible School is always one of our big highlights. Whether or not you volunteer that week, we would love your help with preparation and set-up. We have two days set aside for this - Thursday, July 10, starting at 9 am, and Sunday, July 13, right after the second service ends. Interested in helping, even for a few hours? Email Kelly Bauman, kbauman@fiveoakschurch.org.
Want to help point students to Jesus?
If you’ve been around our church for the last several years, you know that FCA Sports Camp in July is one of our more popular events with kids. A large part of what makes this camp so amazing is the volunteers who raise their hand to help lead kids through the activities each afternoon. We have a variety of roles available, so “being athletic” is not a requirement! Interested in helping out the week of July 14-17, 1-4 pm? Go to www.fiveoaks.church/students .
Serve your Neighbor in Need at Dorothy Day - JULY 5
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, July 5, 9:30am-1:15pm. Because this is a holiday weekend, we’re getting the word out early - so you can sign-up early! Interested? Email Tim Wiant, wiynts4riverfalls@gmail.com. Tim will get back to you with details on how to get signed-up. Volunteers need to be at least 14 years old.
Welcome new members
Louise & Michael Bestler
Elinor Garvin
Janessa Helmbrecht
Paget Leitch
Allison Soderfelt