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SUNDAY, September 15, 10 AM
Message: The Mission of God:

John 9 - the real miracles is being welcomed into Community, one that can be repeated! Community of disciples as people who have been touched by Jesus.

Takeaway: if Jesus has touched you, you're in on the only thing that matters. Blind man -> Jesus -> among the disciples. Company of disciples as those who have had an experience with Jesus. After exclusion, this.

We welcome you in person and online at 10 AM.

Our fall midweek ministries continue their kick-off through September!

TASTE OF ECRC | SUN SEP 15 | 11:15 AM
If you are "newer" to Elmhurst CRC, looking for a church home, or have been around a while but have never met the Pastors or had a tour of the facility, join us Sunday, September 15, immediately following the service. Brunch is included. Check it out HERE.

ENCORE RETIREMENT SUPPORT GROUP | SEP 17
Join us for Encore on Tuesday, September 17 at 7 pm. Encore is for those nearing retirement or recently retired, focusing on honoring God in retirement. The meeting will address identity in retirement and the importance of relationships. There will be short videos from experts, followed by small group discussions. We will also explore how to build the Encore community in 2024 and 2025, and welcome your ideas and input.

SUNDAY MORNING LIVE (SML) | SEP 22 | 8:30 AM
We’ll begin with a light continental breakfast (bagels, sweet rolls, fruit, juice, coffee) at 8:30 am. At 8:45 we will meet Rev. Sergei Karpenko, the Ukrainian Pastor who is growing a Ukrainian Church in our building through Friday night Bible Study and Sunday afternoon worship. Pastor Jeff Klein will interview Rev. Karpenko and allow him to tell his amazing story. We’re thrilled to be part of it!

DIVORCECARE SUPPORT GROUP | WEDNESDAYS THRU DEC 11
DivorceCare is a safe place where caring people come alongside you as you find healing from the pain of separation or divorce. Info Here.

COFFEE BREAK BIBLE STUDY | WED & THU | AM & PM
Coffee Break Bible Study begins Wednesday AM/PM and Thursday AM for fall 2024. We will kick off the year by returning to the Bible's beginning in Genesis. Coffee Break is a great place to study God's true Word, meet other women, and grow in your relationship with Jesus Christ! Come on and try it this fall. Find all the info at elmhurstcrc.org/registrations!

CHOIR | WEDNESDAYS @ 7 PM
Choir meets Wednesday evenings in the Garden Room from 7-8 pm. Any experience is welcome. Choir is a great way to connect with people, enjoy singing, take a break from a busy week, grow spiritually, and serve the Lord through music!

FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN | SEP 27-29
The Feed, My Starving Children Mobile Pack Event returns to Elmhurst CRC (yes, we'll be at church) from September 27, 28, and 29 for our 5th Sunday Serve Sunday. Sign up for one of the five packing times during the weekend. We also need our church community members to staff several non-packing positions. Visit elmhurstcrc.org/events today!

BLOOD DRIVE | SEP 29 | 9AM-2 PM
On the 5thSunday of the month, we reach out to serve our neighbors. We call it 5th Sunday Serve, and this month, it’s on Sep 29, and we're hosting a blooddrive. Give the gift of life - signups from 9am-2pm. Sign Up.

ALPHA | OCT 6 | 5:30-7 PM
“I felt the love from the people that were there..” Tony the Barber People need someone to talk to. They need a neighbor and/or friend to see them and to care, and they need a place to ask those big questions about life where they feel safe and not judged. That’s Alpha. Fall Alpha begins Oct 6—Who will you invite? elmhurstcrc.org/alpha

MEMBERSHIP INFO | FALL 2024
Are you interested in learning more about membership at Elmhurst CRC? We’d love to tell you a little more about it and see if you’d like to attend our membership session this fall (date TBD). ContactMichelle DeJong Hospitality Coordinator, today.

FALL REGISTRATIONS OPEN
September brings the return of our week-day faith-building ministries! Sign up today for GEMS Girls' Club (1st-8th grade), Cadets & Pathfinders Boys' Club (1st-8th grade), or Little Lambs Preschool Experience (3-6 y.o.), Coffee Break Bible Study, and much more. Check out elmhurstcrc.org/registrations for details and registration.

LITTLE LAMBS REGISTRATION
Registering for Little Lambs Preschool Experience? Register today for the time/date of your choice. Read more LITTLE LAMBS

JR GEMS & GEMS GIRLS CLUB | WEDNESDAYS IN SEP
Know a girl in 1st-8th grader? We'd like to invite them to GEMS Girls Club this fall! Find out more at elmhurstcrc.org/gem

CARE DEPARTMENT -- Reach out with your care needs or concerns, large or small, for a listening ear, strong shoulders,and prayer support to Care Department

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ON-THE-GO DEVOS EXPERIENCE
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Fridays: 8:30 am to 12:30 pm.

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ELIM'S 28TH ANNUAL DUTCH FEST | SEP 28 | 9AM-4PM
Delicious Dutch food, games and rides for the kids, outstanding music, and shopping for everyone! Lots of parking available. Check out https://www.elimcs.org/dutch-f...

EMPLOYMENT:
Operation Christmas Child is hiring approximately 150 Christian men and women for paid seasonal positions at $20/hr in Aurora, IL, for projects running from mid-November to mid-December. These roles include customer service positions such as team coaches, greeters, and floor coordinators, as well as warehouse roles like dockworkers, inventory control, and drivers. Ideal candidates are passionate about spreading the gospel, align with the mission of Samaritan’s Purse, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment. Churches and organizations are encouraged to share this opportunity with potential candidates.
Apply at: https://samaritanspurse.org/ou...

Timothy Christian High School is hiring. See open positions and full job description here.

CARENET has many openings available, from financial, to PR, to medical positions. Checkout CARINGNETWORK.COM/CAREERS