THIS WEEKEND IN WORSHIP
Sunday Worship | September 13, 2026
Walk the Word
We’re kicking off the new ministry year with Walk the Word,
a journey through the Bible from now through May.
Along the way, we’ll encounter the living God in the stories of Scripture
—the God who created us, knows us, and loves us.
This Week: Human Nature
Genesis 6:5–22; 8:6–12;9:8–17T
with Pastor Gregg DeMey
We’ll journey with Noah through the flood and the promise of the rainbow.
Children's Worship Pk-4th grade.
Services at 10 AM and Online
Prayer Walk at 9 am
Come a little early for a prayer walk around the Elmhurst CRC building
Guided, culminating in a the newly completed Prayer Room
Worship at 10 AM - In-Person & Online
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What's New
What's starting this week?
Little Lambs Preschool Ministry
Coffee Break Community Bible Study
Java Stop - our cafe opens! - Wed & Thu mornings
Pathfinders Boys Club
Cadets Boys Club
Elmhurst Farmers Market
Coffee Break Bible Study - Wed & Thu, Sep 16 & 17 - ThIs Week!
We’ve got our Bible studies ready for fall – and we cannot wait to see you! This fall we'll journey through the first half of the book of Exodus in a study titled Learning to Trust God. Together we'll discover how God worked through baskets in rivers, burning bushes, plagues, and the parting of the Red Sea to accomplish His purposes and faithfully care for His people. As we study His Word, we'll be reminded that the same God who proved Himself trustworthy then is still trustworthy today. If you have not yet signed up, please do so today-- and friends are alwasy welcome! Details at elmhurstcrc.org/coffeebreak
GriefShare - Sep 16
Grief Support Group -
If you've lost a loved one and have struggled in your grief, join us for Grief Share, a weekly support group designed to offer help, encouragement, and tools to rebuild your life. Details here.
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. Check out the details here.
Thrive Dinner with Friends (55+) - Restaurant Style! Sep 24
Wanna go out for dinner with friends? Details here.
Prayer Lab - Sep 20, Oct 25 & Nov 15
Have you ever wondered about prayer? How do we pray? What does prayer accomplish? Is it really necessary? Coming this fall, you'll have an opportunity to explore prayer more deeply. This Prayer Lab combines teaching, training, practice, and conversation as we learn how to pray for others and discover the Spirit's work in bringing freedom from the strongholds and wounds that bind people. Prayer Lab is September 20, Oct 25, Nov 15 4:30-6 in the upper gathering room. Details here.
BECOME A CANCER COMPANION PRAYER PARTNER, Sep 27
You can make a difference simply by coming alongside someone affected by cancer through prayer, encouragement and support. Whether your experience with cancer is as a patient, survivor or family caregiver, you are invited to become a Cancer Companion Prayer Partner. Training and orientation will be provided. Orientation & Training
Sunday, September 27 - 4pm & 7pm, Details
JOIN A CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Oct, Nov & Dec
For those currently going through cancer, cancer survivors, caregivers, and anyone who has been affected by cancer.The group will meet for six Thursday evenings this fall and will discuss Seeing God in Your Cancer Journey by Karen Tripp of Cancer Companions. Together, we’ll explore faith, hope and the challenges of a cancer journey in a supportive, welcoming environment.Thursdays at 7 p.m. October 1 & 15, November 12 & 19
December 10 & 1 - Details
Directory Photos - submit your own! How about today?
We invite you to submit your family’s photo for inclusion in our pictorial directory. What are you waiting for -- get the family photo uploaded or emailed today! You can upload your own (and update you data), or send it to [email protected] | Read more.
Thrive Dinner with Friends (55+) - Restaurant Style! Sep 24
Wanna go out for dinner with friends? Details here.
CHICAGO FIRE GAME, Sat, Oct 10
Join Elmhurst CRC for a Chicago Fire FC Match! ⚽🔥
Check out all the details here!
Parenting Book & Discussion Groups, Oct, Nov & Dec
We'll be back with scoop!
Prison Mission Trip - Parchman Farm – Mississippi State Penitentiary October 24-26 - This October we’ll be taking a prison ministry mission trip to Parchman Farm in Mississippi. Final dates and registration details here.
Parchman Book Drive - CLOSED
We got a lot of books! We're closing the book drive. Thank you all.
Mid-week Children's Ministries, Sep 9 & 16
Check out our children's ministries for fall. Most run on alternating Wednesdays -- boys and girls club available and more!
Join the Children's Worship Team!
It's time to build our fall Children's Worship schedule! If you've ever considered serving with this wonderful group of kids, we'd love to talk with you. No experience is necessary—just a heart for helping children grow in their faith. To learn more, please contact: Kristin Reitsma (Pk-Kindergarten) and Kara Hackert (1st-4th grade)
Little Lambs Preschool Experience fall 2026 registration is open!
Register today for your class time and day. 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 OUR EVENTS PAGE FOR COMPLETE EVENT INFO
YOUTH NEWS
September Events
Elmhurst Youth ✝️
We can't wait to see you this September! Come on out for...
Sunday Night Youth Meetings Weekly
Sundays -- beginning September 13!
Middle School: 4:30 - 6 pm
High School: 6:30-8 pm
Check out elmhurstcrc.org/youth
SERVE
Come Join the Children's Ministry Team!
There are many ways to make a difference in the lives of our children this fall. We'd love to have you serve with us!
Pre/K Children's Worship
Preschool Small Group Leader
Kindergarten Small Group Leader
Contact Kristin Reitsma
1st–4th Grade Children's Worship
2nd Grade Small Group Leader
Four 4th Grade Boys Small Group Leaders
Contact Kara Hackert, Children & Famly Ministry Director
Jr. GEMS
Leaders for 1st–3rd Grade
ContactRachel de Waal MalefytGEMS Leader
GEMS
Two 4th Grade Leaders
Two 5th Grade Leaders
Craft Counselor
Contact Candice Van Hout
Cadets
Three Leaders for 4th–8th Grade
Contact Doug Slinkman Cadets Leader
Children's Library
Help welcome children to the library for just 20 minutes after the service once a month. We need two additional volunteers. Contact Kara Hackert
Little Lambs Preschool
We'd love to welcome a song leader or pianist for our Wednesday morning program. Flexible scheduling options are available. To learn more, contact Lynda Clousing Little Lambs Preschool Director.
More Great Serve Opportunities
Nursery
We’ve been blessed with more babies this year—and with that blessing comes a need! We’re looking for a few more adult volunteers to help care for these precious little ones while their parents worship. If you enjoy playing with toys, pretending to cook in a play kitchen, reading a good book, and loving on little ones, this might just be the place for you! ❤️ Contact Valerie Todd Nursery Coordinator for more information.
ELMHURST FARMERS MARKET NEWS
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.
Our biggest need right now? Is Clean-Up. Here's that description: Help take down ECRC info table, barricades, trash, traffic cones, etc. 12:30-1:30pm
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
YOUTH MINISTRIES COORDINATOR
FRONT OFFICE STAFF
CHOIR DIRECTOR
NURSERY COORDINATOR
ASSISTANT NURSERY COORDINATOR
Check out employment opening at elmhurstcrc.org/join-our-team
CONNECT WITH DEVOTIONALS & PODCASTS | PRAYER CHAIN & EMAIL ENEWS
On-the-Go Devos Experience
Our weekday devotionals, delivered via text Monday–Friday, are live again this fall! . Sign up to get your daily dose of Scripture!
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
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS:
Church Office Hours:
Mon-Thu | 8:30 am-3:30 pm
Fri | 8:30 am-12:30 pm
We're available online 24/7.
COMMUNITY NEWS
30th Annual Elim Dutch Festival will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, on the east campus of Elim Christian Services located at 13020 S. Central Ave, Crestwood, IL. Elim Christian Services was originally founded by members of the Christian Reformed and Dutch Reformed churches to support individuals with developmental disabilities. Local congregations historically volunteer, donate, and bake goods to support this massive annual community fundraiser. Come on out!
Timothy Christian Schools Apple Pie Fundraiser
Apple Pie Day will take place on October 6, with volunteer opportunities on October 5 (box assembly) and October 6 (pie assembly).Additional information is available at the following link: https://www.timothychristian.com/support/events/apple-pie
Roseland Christian Ministries---HAVE YOU HEARD OF THE CITY? Join us as we celebrate 50 years of God’s faithfulness in Roseland. Your presence and support truly matter! Anniversary Celebrations: Thursday, October 1- Banquet at Georgios Banquets, Orland Park at 7pm. Ticket required. Purchase at roselandchristianministries.yapsody.com. Saturday, October 3- Open House at RCM from 2pm-5pm.Sunday, October 4- Worship at Roseland Reformed Church at RCM at 11am. For more information, contact Lisa Thomson at RCM: [email protected] or 708.772.5381.
CARING NETWORK "Night for Life" Gala
Join us for Caring Network’s Night for Life Gala on Thursday, October 22, at Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Come learn how compassionate, life-affirming care is changing lives and partner with Caring Network in reaching more women with hope and support. RSVP to [email protected] to sit with friends from Elmhurst CRC.
Samaritan's Purse Seasonal Opportunities
Our seasonal positions include a wide variety of customer service positions - including team coaches, greeters, and floor coordinators. There are also a variety of warehouse positions - including dockworkers, quality/inventory control, class A CDL drivers, and forklift drivers. The ideal candidates for these positions will have a saving relationship with Jesus Christ, align with the mission of Samaritan’s Purse, work well with volunteers, be flexible, and be able to function well in a fast-paced environment. CHECK OUT JOBS HERE.
Caring Network is Hiring!
From Admin jobs, Development and Nurse specific, if you have a heart for babies, womena families, check out these openings online.