This Week

Sunday Worship, June 14
New Series: We’ve Got ISSUES

Message: Out of This World with Pastor Gregg DeMey
Is there life beyond planet Earth? Looking at selections from Colossians - 1:15-20, 2:9-10, 3:1-2, we’ll consider what it means that Christ is Lord over all creation—everything seen and unseen. While God’s universe is full of wonder and mystery, the Bible reveals that human beings hold a unique place within His creation. To follow Jesus means being “for life” in every way.

Children's Worship - Kindergarten through Pk

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

Worship at 10 AM - In-Person & Online

Walk-Up Choir Sunday, June 14
All singers are invited to join the walk-up choir next Sunday, June 14! Come to a mini-rehearsal in the Garden Room at 9:15 a.m. on Sunday, or simply join the choir during the service. Questions? Contact Renee DeJager Interim Choir Director. Also, save the date for our second walk-up choir on Sunday, July 12.

Father’s Day Photos - June 21
We invite you to have your family’s photo taken at our next photo shoot opportunity on Father’s Day for the upcoming Elmhurst CRC directory! Father's Day photos will be availabe by an in-house church photographer on Sunday, June 21 and one weekday evening in June, and will be provided as a keepsake. They can also be used for our upcoming community directory. Either way, bring your smiles. Read more.

Congratulations to our 2026 Graduates! May God bless your next steps and fill your future with faith, joy, and purpose.

8th Grade: Emma Botha, Andrew Buikema, Weston Chan, Dylan Corrigan, Ledger Day, Emmett Gritters, Mylie Hanson, Armando Herrera, Katelyn Hoff, Maeve Kelly, Madison Lanenga, Alex Lanenga, Wilder Laning, Hadley Mook, Zachary Mules, Jackson Plasman, Savannah Rojo, Thomas Rosso, Macy Tigchelaar, Henry Vogelzang

High School: Braden Barr, Evie Bode, Anna Bella Bouman, Matthew Buikema, Justin Cello, Kamryn Day, Adrianna Hackert, Haley Kooima, Alyssa Korkowski, Kasen Kramer, Kyleigh Miazga, Gavin Ozinga, Ben Schroeder, Etta Slinkman, Charlotte Stolzenbach, Sam Tameling, Kate Van Hout, Will Vogelzang

Higher Education:
Matthew Van Prooyen, University of Alabama, BS in Finance
Trevor Wolterstorff, Calvin University, BA in Marketing Professional Selling & Corporate Finance
Ben Vander Wal, Furman University, BA in Business and Communication Studies
Max van den Berg, Valparaiso University,, BS in Mechanical Engineering
Mika de Vin, Dordt University, Masters of Education in School Leadership

Summer Wednesday Evening Bible Studies
Take a midweek pause and join us Wednesdays from 7-8:30pm in June and July for Bible study. Choose from two groups: Pleasing God (Men & Women) – led by Mac & Karen Wiener, Strength in the Struggle (Women) – led by Linda Fretch, Sign up with Kelly Day, Coffee Break Coordinator

Elmhurst Farmers Market: Volunteer Opportunities
Lots of ways to get involved—serve as a goodwill ambassador at the market, help set up and/or tear down—check it all out here.

SHE: Single Mother Support Group Watch Party, June 12 & 13
Unstuck Ministries Watch Party: Save the date for the Unstuck Ministries Watch Party! When: Friday, June 12th, from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm and Saturday, June 13th, from 9:00 am - 1 pm (lunch served)Where: Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church- Upper Gathering Area 149 W. Brush Hill Rd. Elmhurst, IL 60126RSVP HERE. Visit Unstuckmistries.com for details and a list of speakersClick HERE to watch Jennifer Maggio from our May event.

Vacation Bible School - YeeHaw is June 22-25 afternoons
Registration is full -- but the waitlist is open for the YeeHaw Vacation Bible School for kids. Check out the details and sign up today

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.

Missions: Prison Ministry, Get Involved
On Missions Sunday, we highlighted Prison Outreach and the powerful ways lives are being changed through prison ministry. There are several ways to pursue involvement and a life-changing connection with those incarcerated: consider being part of the next prison ministry trip to Parchman, Mississippi, this fall, the Crossroad Prison Ministries’ Bible correspondence program, or weekly outreach at the Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center. Read more here. Curious about serving? Sign up here, and we’ll connect with you with next steps.

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.

Caring Network’s Baby Bottle Drive 2026 Begins! | May 10-June 14.
Pick up a baby bottle from the lobby area and fill it with coins, cash, and/or checks to support Caring Network’s life-affirming ministry. Donations help provide services for women and men facing pregnancy-related needs, including pregnancy tests, counseling, ultrasounds, material support such as diapers, and opportunities for emotional and spiritual healing after a previous abortion. Please return bottles by June 14. Online giving information HERE.

Elmhurst CRC Summer Hours:
Summer hours start on May 29th and run until August 28. The church office is open 9-3 Monday through Thursday. We are closed on Fridays.

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.

Announcements:

• Summer Fun

  • We’re excited to announce that Alyssa Korkowski is doing a junior internship this summer with Elmhurst Youth! Alyssa graduated from York last week and has brought energy, service, and excitement to Elmhurst Youth!

• VBS Volunteers 6/22-25!

  • You can register here to volunteer with VBS this summer! Middle school and high school students are welcome to join!

Check out elmhurstcrc.org/youth

TRY IT OUT!
This summer, Children’s Worship for preschoolers and kindergarteners invites you to “try out” volunteering as a small group leader! If you’ve been interested in serving with children but aren’t ready to make a long-term commitment, this is a great opportunity to give it a try. Children’s Worship takes place during the Sunday service, beginning after the worship portion. Children head downstairs to the large group area to hear a Bible story and engage together. Then, they break into small groups for about 20 minutes. As a leader, you would read the Bible story, guide a craft, and lead two simple games. We are especially in need of leaders in June, August, and September. If you’re available for two Sundays this summer and would like to “try out” Children’s Worship, please reach out to Kristin Reitsma!

Nursery – Summer Season
Try out the nursery for a time or two this summer! It’s a meaningful, heartfelt way to support young parents. We invite you to participate on a trial basis this summer. Contact Valerie ToddNursery Coordinator, for details.

VBS Volunteer Round-Up
Yee-Haw! VBS is just around the corner, and we’re rounding up volunteers. Consider opportunities as drivers, counselors, food prep and more! Details Here.

Volunteer in the Children's Library
Children's Library - We are looking for four volunteers, 12 and older, to work in the children's library from 11:00-11:20 once a month on Sunday mornings. You would shelve returned books and check out books for little kids. If you are interested please email [email protected].

Jubilee Resale Bins – West Entrance
Donate new or gently-worn clothing anytime during church hours. Look for the bins marked “Jubilee.” Proceeds support York Outreach and Timothy Christian Schools.

New to You Resale – Monthly Pickup
Clothing donations are collected on the first Thursday of each month from 7:45–9:15 a.m. in the ECRC south parking lot. Proceeds benefit the Bright Promise Fund, providing Chicagoland children with access to a quality Christ-centered school.

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 boys, 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

SUMMER INTERNSHIP
Explore your calling with a summer internship at Elmhurst CRC! Elmhurst CRC is now accepting applications for paid summer internships in Youth Ministries This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience, mentorship from our professionals, and grow your skills while making an impact. For more details and to apply, click here.

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
Subscribe to Sunday's Coming! Devotional Experience and receive bite-sized, 4-minute weekday daily devotionals. These inspiring devotionals will be dropped to your phone each morning (Monday through Friday) around 7 a.m. — ideal preparation for Sunday’s worship service. Text "DEVOS" to 630.748.8172

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
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Office Hours:
Monday-Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm
Fridays: 8:30am-12:30pm

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

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