This Week

Sunday Worship, July 19
Summer Series: We’ve Got ISSUES

We’re pleased to welcome Dr. Oliver Hersey, President of Jerusalem University College, as our guest preacher this Sunday.

Message:Who Are the People of God?
Scripture: Romans 11:11–32

Children's Worship - PK-Kindergarten in July

11:15 AM - Join us for a round table conversation about the sermon in the Garden Room

Worship at 10 AM - In-Person & Online

ECRC Community Lunch after Sunday Service, July 19
We're having a community lunch after the service...Join us for brats and hotdogs and summer staples after the service.

Little Lambs Park Play Date – July 30
Come play with other preschoolers and their families! Join us at Butterfield Park (385 E. Van Buren St., Elmhurst, at the Red Shelter) on Thursday, July 30, from 9:00–11:00 a.m. All are welcome! Find more details here.

Honduras Mission Trip – July 12–18
The ECRC Honduras Mission Trip is here! This year, 14 members of our church will be serving alongside All God’s Children in Honduras. All God’s Children is an ECRC ministry partner that supports a network of Christ-centered ministries serving orphaned and vulnerable children. Through partnerships with local leaders, these ministries provide care, education, and hope to children facing poverty and abandonment.
Mission team members include: Liam Botha, Kelly & Ledger Day, Jim, James & Jonah Decker , Deb Muhlena, Juan, Elva & Savannah Rojo and Jon, Sarah, Avalene & Cora Vander Plas. Bob and Judy VenHousen, Al Heerema, Jeff Klein.
We invite you to join us in praying for safe travels, meaningful relationships, and effective ministry as they serve in Christ’s name. In addition to prayer, you can support the trip financially. Visit elmhurstcrc.org/give and select “Mission Trip Donation.” Thank you for partnering with the team through your prayers and generosity. We look forward to seeing how God works through this week of service.

Young Adult Summer Outing, July 29
In your 20s? Give or take? Come on our for mini-golf and ice cream!
We'll meet at 7pm at Lost Mountain Adventure Golf, 1535 75th St, Woodridge, IL 60517. It'll be fun -- we'll make new friends & have fun. More info to come, questions? Contact Jason Turner.

Spiritual Gifts Workshop — Sunday, August 23, following the service
Discover your unique gifts through an assessment and guided conversation, and explore how God may be calling you to use them for His glory.

Journey to the Center of the Church Membership Class
September 27, October 4 & 11 • 11:15 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Deepen your understanding of ECRC’s mission and beliefs while building meaningful connections with others.

Directory Photos - submit your own!
We invite you to submit your family’s photo for inclusion in our pictorial directory. You can upload your own (and update you data), or send it to [email protected]Read more.

Little Lambs Preschool Experience fall 2026 registration is open!
Register today for our early bird registration rate. Check it out HERE.

Fall Registrations for Mid-Week Ministries - Now Open
Fall registrations for mid-week ministries are now open! If you're a planner, this one's for you! GEMS Girls Club, Cadets Boys Club, Pathfinders Boy Club, Coffee Break Bible Study, and more. Check it out.

Hope Mobility Collection Site - Donate Your Used Mobility Devices
On Missions Sunday, we heard from Judy Groters (watch here) about her trip to Hope Mobility in Kenya and the profound impact mobility devices have on the lives of children and adults. Elmhurst CRC serves as a collection site for gently used mobility devices (wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and crutches). To donate, bring items to church or contact the Hope Mobility office for pickup.

Volunteer at the EFM! Opportunities on Wednesdays, June through October. Positions include: Market Information Booth, Market Ambassador, Lobby Security, East Side Counters, Sign Set Up, and Set up & Clean Up. Times vary. It’s great to be at the market! Check out opportunities here! Email Rachel at the church office for more information.

Summer Events

Coming soon!

Check out elmhurstcrc.org/youth

YOUTH MINISTRIES COORDINATOR JOB OPENING
Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church (ECRC) is looking for a passionate and energetic leader to walk alongside our high school and middle school youth, especially the girls, and provide visionary leadership to a team of volunteers. For more details and to apply, click here.

CHOIR DIRECTOR at ECRC
NURSERY COORDINATOR at ECRC
Check out employment opening at elmhurstcrc.org/join-our-team

LITTLE LAMBS SESSION COORDINATOR JOB OPENING
Join our team! Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church (ECRC) is looking for a Session Coordinator for the Little Lambs Preschool Ministry INFO HERE

On-the-Go Devos Experience
Paused for summer, check back in fall.

Prayer Chain
We invite you to join our church community’s email prayer chain. Through this twice-weekly email, we share prayer requests for the health and well-being of our members and their families. It’s a meaningful way to stay connected and support one another in prayer. To subscribe, simply sign up and receive prayer requests directly to your inbox.

Weekly Enews
Subscribe to our weekly newsletter of events, activities and connections: elmhurstcrc.org/subscribe

On-the-Go Devos Experience
Paused for summer, check back in fall.

Church Office Summer Hours:
Mon-Thu | 9am-3pm | May 29-August 28

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