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DAILY DEVOTIONALS
Our weekday devotionals, delivered via text Monday–Friday, resume in September. Sign up to get your daily dose of Scripture! If you’re already subscribed, your morning texts will automatically resume in September.

Directory Photos - submit your own! by Sep 9
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.

Little Lambs Preschoolers Open House | Sep 9
Still looking for a fun, engaging and educational preschool experience for your 3–6-year-old this fall? Come check out Little Lambs Preschool at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church during our Open House on Wednesday, September 9, from 9–11 a.m. Tour our facilities, meet our directors and staff, and get answers to your questions about our program. We still have openings in all sessions: Wednesday morning, Wednesday afternoon, Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. Come see what makes Little Lambs a special place for your child to learn and grow!

Journeymen Begins Sep 10
Men, save the date for an early morning with our own Bobby Markey, Youth Coordinator at ECRC!

Fall Ministries Kick Off, Sun, Sep 13
--some ministries may start before the 13th. Note start dates and times while registering!

Coffee Break Bible Study - Wednesdays & Thursdays this fall
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. Sign up for your session today, details at elmhurstcrc.org/coffeebreak

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.

Prison Mission Trip - Parchman Farm – Mississippi State Penitentiary Prison Mission Trip This fall, we’ll be taking a prison ministry mission trip to Parchman Farm in Mississippi. Final dates and registration details here.

Prayer Lab - Coming this September
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.

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 it out.

Senior Leadership Team Summary Report
The Senior Leadership Team provides oversight for the administration, operations, personnel, and financial matters of the church. This is their August summary report.

September Events
Elmhurst Youth ✝️
We can't wait to see you this September! Come on out for...

September 2 — Parent Meeting,7:00–8:00 PM | Youth Room
Parents, we’d love for you to join us as we officially begin the new youth ministry year. We’ll cover:

• Introduction to our new Youth Leader, Bobby Markey
• The vision and direction for the Elmhurst Youth Group
• How to access calendars and important dates
• Elmhurst Youth Group Instagram and other communication details
• What to expect as we move into the new ministry year

Sunday Night Youth Meetings Weekly
(times and dates coming soon)

Check out elmhurstcrc.org/youth

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.

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

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.

FRONT OFFICE STAFF at ECRC
CHOIR DIRECTOR at ECRC
NURSERY COORDINATOR at ECRC
ASSISTANT NURSERY COODINATOR at ECRC
Check out employment opening at elmhurstcrc.org/join-our-team

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 Hours:
Mon-Thu | 8:30 am-3:30 pm
Fri | 8:30 am-12:30 pm

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