This Week

Sunday Worship, January 4, 2026

Message:Come and See
Text:John 1:35–51 (Psalm 66:1–5)
with Pastor Gregg DeMey

In this message from John’s Gospel, Jesus extends two powerful invitations: to know Him personally as Rabbi, and to witness the signs of God at work. As the first disciples respond to Jesus’ simple call—“Come and see”—we are invited to consider what Jesus is calling us into next. As we look ahead to 2026, this message encourages us to identify that invitation and faithfully say “yes.”

Children's Worship- PK-Kindergarten
It's Family Sunday and Communion Sunday.

Worship at 10 AM - In-Person & Online

NEW YEAR'S EVE SERVICE | DEC 31 | 7 PM
Let's ring in the New Year together - with a special evening of celebration and reflection. Details here.

AND AFTER THE NEW YEAR...

JOURNEYMEN | THU JAN 8 | 6:30 AM
Get up with the Rev. Bob Butler of the Center Collective.
Rev. Bob Butler is the lead pastor at The Center (Itasca and Wood Dale) and serves in several leadership roles, including director of RENEW, director of the FORGE Chicago Network, and chairman of Impact For Jesus. With a background as an entrepreneur, pastor, author, and outreach leader, Bob is passionate about reimagining how the church engages culture with the message of Jesus. Read more.

SHE: SINGLE MOTHER SUPPORT GROUP | SUN JAN 11 |12:15 PM
We meet on Sunday, January 11, at 12:15 PM for our first gathering of 2026. Topic: Empowered for a Purpose.

HYMN SING: HOPES & PRAYER NY | SUNDAY | JAN 11 | 6 PM
Hymn Sing: Hopes and Prayers for the New Year A good old-fashioned hymn sing, with room for requests, as we sing and pray our way into 2026. Atrium Lobby.

THRIVE: DEEP ROOTS, NEW GROWTH | JANUARY 22
Coming in January! Thrive is Elmhurst CRC’s new ministry for adults ages 55+. focusing on faith, fellowship, learning, and community. Join us this January 22 for our first event of the year—a potluck dinner paired with a cybersecurity talk featuring a FBI specialist for practical tips to staying safe online. Details and potluck sign-up HERE.

LIFE GROUPS/ SMALL GROUPS OPEN HOUSE | JAN 25 | 11:15 AM
Small groups are back — in a big way! You’re invited to learn more about our current small groups, meet participants and leaders, discover new opportunities to join a small group, and/or share your interest. We’ll have some delicious nibbles as well!

ALPHA YOUTH & FAMILY KICK-OFF | JAN 25
Save the date and time - Sunday, January 25 @ 6 pm - 7:30 pm
For students and parents, too!

COMMUNITY DINNER | JANUARY 28
Save the date! We'll have a community dinner, chili cook-off, and glow in the dark worship night!

COFFEE BREAK BIBLE STUDY | WEDS & THURS STARTS MID-JANUARY It's a great time to jump in! Our winter study is on Ruth - A beautiful story of faithfulness and hope, Ruth offers a powerful foreshadowing of our redemption through Christ. Details and registration HERE.

LITTLE LAMBS SPRING SEMESTER BEGINS | JAN 14 & 15
Our spring semester begins mid-January, and now is the time to register and secure your child’s spot! Little Lambs offers a joyful preschool learning experience filled with music, crafts, Bible stories, creative learning, and free play. Morning, afternoon, and evening sessions are available to fit your family’s schedule. Details & registration here.

JANUARY SERIES – NOW AT PARK PLACE
Enjoy the January Series? It’s moved just a little north! Our neighbors at Park Place will be hosting the January Series this year in their second-level community room. Check out the full January Series schedule (weekdays January 19-30) and join us as we walk over to Park Place for noontime learning. January Series info here.

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YOUTH NEWS
Sunday, January 4 - Night Off

Saturday, January 10 - One Night
Worship with other church youth groups!

Friday, January 16 to Sunday, January 18
SpringHill High School Winter Retreat

Sunday, January 25
Alpha Youth and Family Kickoff: 6 PM - 7:30 PM

HONDURAS MISSION TRIP | JULY 12-18
We're going on a mission trip to All God's Children. Check out the application details HERE

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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.

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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

My Brother's Kitchen (MBK) is a collaborative ministry bringing suburban and urban people together to serve a meal to the community and eat together. We serve together on the 4th Saturday morning of the month. Sign up here!

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Take our Serve Survey! God has gifted you in a special way to serve. Let us know where you’re serving now, and identify your talents, gifts, and interests in serving here and locally. Go to elmhurstcrc.org/survey.

ON-THE-GO DEVOS EXPERIENCE
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Christmas Office Hours:
Note:The church office will be closed December 25–29 and December 31–January 4. We will be open for regular business hours (8:30am.–3:30pm) on Tuesday, December 30.

If you need immediate care or information, please reach out to the Care Team via email at [email protected] or visit the website at elmhurstcrc.org/care. We will be monitoring emails and calls and responding to you.

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

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TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
AI – STEM Program Coordinator for 2026-27 School Year
Detailed position overview: Build What's Next

OUTREACH EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES We partner with Outreach York in the Jubilee Resale in Lombard, and in the York Outreach Center with God Time and VBS. They’re seeking a Director of Community Housing and Programs at two different locations, as well as a part-time teaching position. Check out opportunities at: weareoutreach.org/about-us/careers-internships