This Week

Sunday Worship, June 28
New Series: We’ve Got ISSUES

Message: Identity Crisis: Theology of Gender & Sexuality in the Modern West
We continue our summer sermon series on We’ve Got Issues, tackling hard topics together from a biblical perspective. In a culture that often encourages us to define ourselves by our feelings, achievements, or desires, Scripture reminds us that our identity is rooted first in God’s actions and his words over us. God formed us—including our most important characteristics—and, in his love, forgives and rescues us when we go astray. Join us as we explore the hope found in belonging to Christ.

Key Verse:
“But God demonstrates his own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” — Romans 5:8

Car Question:
When introducing yourself to someone for the first time, what are the top two or three things you usually say about yourself? Why do you choose those things?

Children's Worship - Kindergarten through PK
(children's worship- PK only during the month of July)

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

Worship at 10 AM - In-Person & Online

Directory Photos - submit your own!
We invite you to submit your family’s photo for inclusion in our pictorial directory. You can upload your own (and update you data), or send it to [email protected]Read more.

Vacation Bible School Update & Thanks
Yee Haw! What a wonderful week at Vacation Bible School! From June 22–25, 75 children from our church, the community, and Outreach York joined us for a fun-filled week of learning about Jesus. More than 40 volunteers of all ages saddled up to serve, helping create a safe, welcoming, and joy-filled environment for every child. We are grateful for everyone who covered this ministry in prayer. God blessed us with meaningful opportunities to share His love, deepen faith, and build new friendships. Wacky Water Wednesday brought plenty of smiles, and Thursday’s animal visitors were a big hit with our young cowboys and cowgirls. Thank you to all who served, donated, and prayed. Your support helped make this week a memorable reminder of God’s faithfulness and love. We praise God for the seeds planted and trust Him to continue His work in the hearts of these children long after VBS has ended.

Honduras Mission Trip – July 12–18
The ECRC Honduras Mission Trip is almost here! This year, 14 members of our church will be serving alongside All God’s Children in Honduras. All God’s Children is an ECRC ministry partner that supports a network of Christ-centered ministries serving orphaned and vulnerable children. Through partnerships with local leaders, these ministries provide care, education, and hope to children facing poverty and abandonment.
Mission team members include: Liam Botha, Kelly & Ledger Day, Jim, James & Jonah Decker , Deb Muhlena, Juan, Elva & Savannah Rojo and Jon, Sarah, Avalene & Cora Vander Plas. Bob and Judy VenHousen, Al Heerema, Jeff Klein.
We’ll commission and send the team during worship on Sunday, July 5, and invite you to join us in praying for safe travels, meaningful relationships, and effective ministry as they serve in Christ’s name. In addition to prayer, you can support the trip financially. Visit elmhurstcrc.org/give and select “Mission Trip Donation.” Thank you for partnering with the team through your prayers and generosity. We look forward to seeing how God works through this week of service.

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

Taste of ECRC, July 12, Save the date!
We invite you to the Taste of ECRC after the service on Sunday, July 12. If you have If you're newer to Elmhurst CRC, looking for a church home, interested in membership, or have been attending for a while but haven't yet met the pastors or toured the facility, this is a great opportunity. Details here.

Walk-Up Choir Sunday, July 12, Save the date!
All singers are invited to join the walk-up choir next Sunday, July 12!

ECRC Community Lunch after Sunday Service, July 19
We're having a community lunch after the service...save the date!

SHE: Single Mother Support Group Picnic July 12
Join us on Sunday, July 12, from 12–2 pm as we gather under the shelter for a time of connection, conversation, and community. Butterfield Park at385 E. Van Buren, Elmhurst Bring your appetite—food will be provided—and come enjoy time with friends, old and new. Details and RSVP.

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.

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.

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.

Upcoming Summer Events

Water Slide Kickball
July 8th
6:00–8:00 PM
At the church

Join us for a fun night of water slide kickball, games, and fellowship!

Worship Night
July 14th
7:00–8:30 PM
At the church

We’re excited to gather for a night of worship, prayer, and community. We'd love to see your students there!

Check out elmhurstcrc.org/youth

We’re grateful to have three interns working in the Elmhurst CRC office for the summer 2026!

Meet Julie deBoo. Julie is our graphic design intern working closely with the Communications & Creative Team. Julie is pursuing majors in Graphic Design and Spanish, with a minor in English Literature, at Calvin University. She is a 2024 graduate of Timothy Christian Schools. Julie became interested in graphic design as a career after spending time during COVID watching HGTV with her dad and exploring creative career paths in the arts and design fields.She has helped conceptualize, develop, and redesign graphics for the several of Elmhurst CRC’s fall ministry launches, as well lots of signage for the Elmhurst Farmers Market!

Meet Bella Hackert. Bella is serving as our Children’s Ministry Intern this summer. She will be a senior at Timothy Christian Schools this fall and has deep roots in children’s ministry through her family, as her mother, Kara Hackert, serves as our Director of Children & Family Ministries. Bella has gained valuable experience by volunteering in various children’s ministry programs over the years, and this internship provides an opportunity for more focused, hands-on ministry experience. After high school, she hopes to pursue a degree in elementary education and eventually serve in a church setting, specifically in children’s ministry.

Meet Alyssa Korkowski. Alyssa is serving as a Junior Intern with Elmhurst Youth this summer. A recent graduate of York High School, she plans to attend College of DuPage this fall to pursue studies in Special Education. Working closely with Pastor Jeff Klein, Alyssa is supporting the Yee Haw Vacation Bible School, assisting with youth ministry activities, and helping plan upcoming summer events in July and August.

Many thanks to these fabulous interns and the fresh sparkle they’ve added to our projects and mission this summer!

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.

CHOIR DIRECTOR at ECRC
NURSERY COORDINATOR at ECRC
Check out employment opening at elmhurstcrc.org/join-our-team

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
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
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On-the-Go Devos Experience
Paused for summer, check back in fall.

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

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