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Work at Oaks Church! The heart of Oaks Church is to see lives changed and made new through the love of Jesus. The culture of Oaks Church is how that vision becomes a reality. We endeavor to hire the most qualified candidates to be in our team with a character that will fit with our culture, mission and vision. See job openings jobs 1 Powerhouse Before and After School Care Teacher Powerhouse is a before and after school program, located inside Life Schools. A teachers work day includes leading students through devotions, active play, snack time, and homework time. Applicants must have graduated high school, pass a background check, and acquire CPR/First Aide certification, if they do not have it currently. Apply Now 2 Powerhouse Receptionist The receptionist is the first point of contact with parents during program hours. They are expected to communicate effectively and provide excellent customer service. They are also directly responsible for the receiving and dismissing of students each day. Reports to Site Director. Apply Now 3 Oaks Learning Center Preschool Teacher The Preschool Teacher provides a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment with activities to help children achieve important milestones while having fun and learning. As well as communicating with parents about their child's daily activities through Sandbox, and following the classroom schedule, safety guidelines, and parent schedule. This is a part-time position, 2-3 days a week, 9 hours per day. Reports to the PDO Coordinator. Apply Now

welcome to oaks kids oaks kids PARENT RESOURCES What to expect at Oaks Kids At Oaks Kids we are for your family! We provide an age-appropriate experience for all children aged 6 weeks through 5th grade! We can’t wait to have your kids join us as we Follow Jesus and Tell His Story! Early Childhood CLICK HERE >>> Elementary CLICK HERE >>> Upcoming Events SEP 8 Kids Salvation Party September 8, 2024 at 10:30 AM If your child has made the decision to follow Jesus, we want to celebrate and walk with you on next steps! The Salvation Party is for kids who have made the decision to follow Jesus and will bring clarity to your child on the decision they have made, inform you as parents what comes next, and start a dialogue between you and your child about their faith. SIGN-UP HERE OCT 20 Child Dedication October 20th at 9+10:30 AM We want to walk with you through every step of life's journey, including dedicating your child to God! If you would like to dedicate your child during this special time, click the button below. LEARN MORE SEP 22 Kids PJs and Piggies September 22, 2024 at 9 AM and 10:30 AM Our next Sunday Funday is coming up, and your kids won't want to miss this "oh, so COZY" and DELICIOUS Sunday! We're inviting everyone to come in their pajamas as we eat piggies in a blanket, play games, and talk more about God's Word! COMING SOON Early Childhood EARLY CHILDHOOD Dreams Come True In Dreams Come True, we will learn about the life of Joseph. Joseph faced many hard things in his life, but he still worshipped God. God gave Joseph the gift of interpreting dreams. Joseph used this gift to be an example of Jesus to others, so we should use the gifts God has given us to show others God's love. Elementary ELEMENTARY Inside Out: What the Bible says about our Emotions Do you ever wonder "What does God think about what's going on inside my head?" Starting August 18th, for five weeks, we're diving into God's word to help us process our emotions and understand what God says about our anxiety, joy, anger, envy and sadness! Wednesday Night Experience Groups Every Wednesday night in Oaks Kids, students will have the chance to choose between 3-4 classes that appeal to their interest for 6 weeks! We include a lesson from an experienced instructor, plus a Bible Story lesson to go along with it! We call these classes Experience Groups! Take a look at what we've previously offered. • Archery • Art • Baking • Crafts • Escape Boxes • LEGO Challenge • Worship • And more! If you want to learn more about what groups are currently being offered, stop by our check-in counter on your next visit! Wanna brag on your kid? Has your child achieved something really cool outside of Oaks Kids? Did they get Student of the Month at their school, make a goal in their soccer game, get their grades up, pass a test, do all their chores without complaining, or hit a new milestone? We want to know and celebrate with you! Click below to tell us all about it! Brag now! Got any questions? If you have any inquiries about Oaks Kids, please contact us at kids@oaks.church.

Upcoming Events CHECK OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING AT OAKS CHURCH! >>> STG SEP 3 Men's Bible Study September 3rd to October 8th at 6 AM Hey, Oaks Men! You're invited to join us for our new six-week Bible study as we walk through 1st Peter. This is an exciting opportunity for you to build new relationships with other guys at our church while growing together in God's Word. Our first meeting is on Tuesday, September 3rd, at 6 AM, so sign up today! SIGN-UP NOW STG SEP 8 Groups Fair September 8th and 15th at 9 AM and 10:30 AM Looking to find meaningful connections here at Oaks Church? Our Fall Groups Fair is coming up, and this is the PERFECT opportunity to get plugged into one of our groups! From women's groups, men's groups, and groups for the whole family, to motorcycle riding and softball groups; there’s a group for you! Our Fall Groups Fair will be on Sunday, September 8th AND September 15th, and you can learn more by clicking the button below. LEARN MORE SEP 8 Kids Salvation Party September 8, 2024 at 10:30 AM If your child has made the decision to follow Jesus, we want to celebrate and walk with you on next steps! The Salvation Party is for kids who have made the decision to follow Jesus and will bring clarity to your child on the decision they have made, inform you as parents what comes next, and start a dialogue between you and your child about their faith. SIGN-UP NOW SEP 9 Young Adults Kick Off September 9, 2024 at 7 PM Alrighty, OYA Fam, who's ready for our FALL KICK-OFF? Our BIGGEST event of the year is finally here, and you won't want to miss it as we kick off the fall semester! With a silent disco, a mechanical bull, food trucks, games, powerful worship, and an encouraging word from Pastor O, this is your chance to jump into everything we have at OYA. Invite a friend, and we'll see you there! OAKS YOUNG ADULTS STG SEP 11 Moms Group Fall Semester starts September 11th at 9 AM If you’re a mom raising young children and looking for community and mentorship, then this is the place to be! MOMS is a community of moms walking the journey of motherhood together, with the goal of equipping you to love and lead in your home. The first MOMS meeting will be on Wednesday morning, September 11th, and you can save your spot by tapping the button. REGISTER NOW SEP 18 Embrace Life Semester starts on September 18th at 6:45 PM | A group for single moms Are you currently walking through a season of single motherhood? You're not alone! Join our 12-week support group for single moms to be mentored by women who understand motherhood, make new friends, and gain life-changing skills! SIGN-UP NOW SEP 18 Financial Peace University September 18, 2024 at 7 PM | 10-week Class If you are looking for a breakthrough and want to learn more about finances, sign up for our finance class starting on September 18th! We want to provide you and your family with the opportunity to learn and grow as you take a biblical perspective on money while giving resources to support. Register today! REGISTER NOW SEP 21 Oaks Women Night September 21, 2024 at 5 PM Hey, girls! It's that time again for OAKS WOMEN NIGHT! This night will be full of fun with food trucks, new merch, and our Oaks Women Market! The best part of the night is service, with a powerful worship experience and a timely Word for our lives. We know you'll be refreshed at OWN but we also believe that there are girls in your life who need this encounter with Jesus—so grab a friend, a sister, a coworker, and join us! LEARN MORE SEP 22 Kids PJs and Piggies September 22, 2024 at 9 AM and 10:30 AM Our next Sunday Funday is coming up, and your kids won't want to miss this "oh, so COZY" and DELICIOUS Sunday! We're inviting everyone to come in their pajamas as we eat piggies in a blanket, play games, and talk more about God's Word! OAKS KIDS SEP 25 YTH Fall Social Oaks Youth | September 24, 2024 at 7 PM Hey, Oaks Youth Parents! Our fall social is coming up, and this is the PERFECT opportunity for your students to invite their friends to Oaks Youth. With pumpkin smashing, apple launching, a pumpkin spice latte bar, powerful worship, and an encouraging message from Pastor Andrew, there's no better place to kick off the fall season; see your students there. OAKS YOUTH SEP 29 Splash Party September 29, 2024 at 9 AM and 10:30 AM Get ready to celebrate NEW LIFE at our next Splash Party! Water Baptism is a public declaration of your decision to follow Jesus, and as your church family, we want to celebrate this with you! Sign up today to get baptized; we can't wait to cheer you on. LEARN MORE OCT 19 Parties of 8 October 19, 2024 at 6 PM Ladies, we’ve got a seat for you! Our next Parties of 8 is coming up soon, and we can't WAIT to connect with all our Oaks Women soon! We're traveling around the DFW area to different restaurants for a night of laughs, love, and growing closer together. Make sure to join a table today; we’ll see you there! LEARN MORE NOV 9 Men's Breakfast November 9, 2024 at 8:30 AM | Cost: $5 at the door Hey, Oaks Men! We’ve got Men’s Breakfast happening soon, and we're pumped to continue building new relationships and going deeper into God's Word with one another! Breakfast is $5 at the door, and we can't wait to see you and the guys there! LEARN MORE FEB 22 Oaks Women Conference February 22, 2025 Girls, get excited for our first-ever Oaks Women Conference on February 22nd, 2025! This is the perfect opportunity to lean into God’s presence, invest in friendship, and have a GREAT time! Our theme for this year is Pursuit. We believe that as we run after God, we'll see that He has already been running towards us. He has even MORE in store for us than what we've experienced thus far. Your registration includes three conference sessions, lunch, and fun surprises throughout the day! We can't wait to see you there! LEARN MORE

Why should I worship? Worship is a chance for us to show our love, respect, and honor to God, no matter what we are feeling or experiencing. But God is so good that He uses our worship to encourage, remind, and minister to us about His goodness! Worship Playlists Need help finding good worship music? We've made some playlists you can use during your day or devotions!

INVITE A FRIEND GUEST SPEAKERS It may be getting hotter in Texas, but you're not going to want to miss the heat we're bringing with OC Summer! We invite you to join us with your family in the life that's happening at Oaks Church.

MEET TYLOR About Tylor Ritz Tylor's family: My wife, Hannah, and I got married in October of 2017. She is a nurse at Baylor Scott & White in Waxahachie. We have two amazing children, Connelly and Andersen Ritz, and we also have a golden-doodle named Finn. ​ Nickname: Ty. When and where I got saved: I got saved in a car at 4 years old. Regular order at coffee order: French Vanilla Latte. People that inspire me: My family. Weird quirks: I love to clean. I can’t function in a dirty or messy environment. Favorite movie: James Bond. Favorite books: How’s Your Soul, by Judah Smith and Anonymous, by Alicia Britt Chole. Favorite TV shows: The Office, Parks and Recreation. Biggest fear: Rodents

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MEET JERRY About Jerry Ramirez What is your Ministry Role? Executive Director of Operations. When and where did you get saved? In my hometown of San Angelo, Texas in November of 2000 during my freshman year of college. Tell us about your family: My wife Crystal and I met in college and got married in May of 2004. We have three amazing kids, Jacob, Casen, and Mya. ​ What is your regular coffee order? Café Mocha ​ Who are the people that inspire you? My wife. What is one thing that most people don't know about you? I used to have thick curly hair. What is your least favorite thing to do? Pool maintenance during the winter. Hidden Talent? Parallel parking extraordinaire. What makes you laugh? Dad jokes. ​ Favorite Movies: Click (with Adam Sandler). Favorite Scripture: John 14:6. ​ Favorite Sports: To play…golf. To watch…football. Favorite Music/Band/Singers: Oaks Worship, Chris Young and Justin Timberlake. Favorite Books: The Bible and anything on leadership and personal growth. I’m a big Patrick Lencioni fan. ​ Favorite TV Shows: The Office and Seinfeld. ​

MEET BRIAN About Brian Galbraith My family: On May 7, 1994, Dana and I were married and we have three incredible children. Emily (husband Jaxon), Tyler (wife Marissa), and Andrew. Ministry Role: As Care Director, I lead a team of people who love to provide direction and counsel to those who are struggling, comfort to those who have lost a loved one, and care for those who are sick. Dream vacation: Anywhere in Europe. Regular coffee order: Venti Blonde Flat White. Favorite movie: Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, Borne Trilogy. Favorite scripture: Galatians 2:20 – “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” Things that fascinate me: Our skin fascinates me. It is strong, sensitive, pliable, durable, etc. I am amazed at how a cut heals itself. Also, when you cut your finger, how does your fingerprint regenerate? I could continue… People who inspire me are: Dana and my dad. Previous job or line of work: I served Windham Assembly of God in Windham, ME for almost 17 years as Youth Pastor, Executive Pastor, and then as Lead Pastor. One thing that most people don’t know about me: That I have been on almost 20 different foreign short-term missions trips. When and where I got saved: Trinity Assembly of God in Derry, NH when I was seven. Music that moves me: I love listening to worship music and I am a big fan of jazz and old world fiddle. Favorite singer or band: Jesus Culture, Kari Jobe, Bill Evans, Diana Krall, Wynton Marsalis, Miles Davis, Alasdair Frasier and Natalie Haas, and Bela Fleck & The Flecktones. Peeves: I think feet are gross. Going bowling can be a stressful experience. Life-changing moment: Accepting Jesus into my life, followed by when I married Dana and when each of our three children were born. Hidden talent: I can play the piano and the trumpet. Favorite book: That is an impossible question because I love to read, and often, my favorite book is the book I am currently reading. But if I had to pick a book besides the Bible that has impacted my life, it would be In the Name of Jesus by Henri Nouwen. In my spare time I… love to play golf but I wish I were better at it. Favorite TV show: Seinfeld, The Office, Blue Bloods. What makes me laugh: Sarcastic humor. Weird quirks: I often have a melody playing in my head, and I can turn anything into a drum kit. Steering wheels make the best drum kits. The most adventurous thing I’ve ever done: In 1994 I spent a month in Pakistan sharing the gospel. My hero: My dad. Least favorite thing to do: Cleaning the bathroom, which reminds me…

SINGLE MOM CHILDCARE CHURCH REGISTRATION I WANT TO SERVE! We're always honored to have leaders from other churches join us at Oaks Women Night. Oaks Women seeks to inspire and refresh every girl, including those who spend their time leading others! We also believe that you'll leave feeling empowered to invest in the women of your local church. Let us know you are coming so that we can reserve seats for you in advance! CHURCH REGISTRATION REGISTER NOW RESOURCES OAKS WOMEN CARES Refresh. Inspire. Equip. PARTIES OF 8 Thanks for stopping by! We are a multigenerational community of women dedicated to connection, both with God and each other. Join us for one of our three Oaks Women Nights each year and connect with faith-filled friends by joining one of our Parties of 8 or groups. Help us impact our community with by serving with one of our Oaks Women Cares partners. OWC OAKS WOMEN CARES PRISON MINISTRY CLICK THE LOGO TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PARTNERS! LEARN MORE SIGN UP NOW! UNEXPECTED PREGNANCY? MOMS GROUP REGISTER NOW Got any questions? If you have any inquiries about Oaks Women, email us at oakswomen@oaks.church or call (214) 376-8208.