This Week

Sunday's Message: Desperate Prayer
Jonah 2 - with Dr. Searcy*

There is no pit so deep that the love of God is not already there—God's love means you get another chance.

The engulfing waters threatened me,
the deep surrounded me;
seaweed was wrapped around my head.
But you, Lord my God,
brought my life up from the pit.
— Jonah 2:5-6b

*Guest speaker, Dr. Lawton Searcy, is the Chaplain and Program Director of Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in Saint Gabriel, LA.

Service at 10 am —Onsite and Online

NURMAY MISSION TRIP PRAYER REQUEST
From Rachel Rieger, Missions Chairperson
Dear ECRC Congregation, We ask for your prayers as a group of 16 from our church travels to Gotani, Kenya, from August 1–11. While there, we’ll be helping with Vacation Bible School and working alongside our missionary partners, Abel and Christa Muanica, through Nurmay Missions. It will be meaningful to see in person some of the infrastructure and growth that ECRC has supported over the years as their organization and school have continued to develop. To stay connected during the trip, follow Christa Muanica (née Hyde) on Facebook, where she shares regular updates about their ministry and community. We look forward to sharing more with you when we return. Thank you for your continued prayers and support.

JOB OPENING | FACILITY COORDINATOR
We’re hiring for a Facility Coordinator. Know someone who might be a good fit? Check out the job description and details HERE.

JOB OPENING | YOUTH COORDINATOR
We’ve hiring for a Youth Coordinator. Know someone who might be a good fit? Check out the job description and details HERE.

BRIDGE COMMUNITIES - CAR NEEDED
Did you know our church partners with Bridge Communities to sponsor a family that is working hard to rebuild their lives and move from housing insecurity to stability? This family is currently in need of a good used car to help with transportation to work, school, and essential appointments. If you have a vehicle to donate or know someone who might, please contact the church office HERE or call 630.600.5100

SUMMER DIAPER DRIVE
The Caring Network Baby Bank in Itasca is experiencing a critical diaper shortage due to a growing number of families in need.They are especially low on diapers in sizes newborn through size 6. If you’re able to help, please drop off diaper donations in the collection basket located near the church nursery.

UKRAINIAN BIBLE CHURCH CHICAGO
We celebrate with our brothers and sisters one year of worshiping together as a congregation in the Elmhurst CRC building. May God continue to bless their ministry!

BLOOD DRIVE | SUN AUG 31 | 9AM-2PM
Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church will host a Versiti Mobile Blood Drive on Sunday, August 31, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Blood supplies are critically low, especially for O-negative and O-positive types, but all blood types are needed. DETAILS HERE.

5TH SUNDAY SERVE | SUN AUG 31
It's 5th Sunday Serve! And, we'll spend the Sunday morning out serving the community—lots of great serving options available. Details here.

CHILDREN'S CHOIR LAUNCH THIS FALL
We are excited to announce the launch of a 1st–6th grade children’s choir, directed by Robyn Vitson! Robyn brings a deep love for music and a passion for nurturing young voices in faith. She’s felt the Lord nudging her to begin this ministry, and we’re thrilled to see it come to life.
The choir will sing once a month during worship, typically on the first or second Sunday. Rehearsals will be held on Wednesday evening before, from 5:30–6:15 p.m. Fall Choir Dates:

• Sunday, September 7 (Rehearsal: Sept. 3) – God of Wonders

• Sunday, October 12 (Rehearsal: Oct. 8) – Here I Am, Lord

• Sunday, November 9 (Rehearsal: Nov. 5) – Song TBD

• Sunday, December 7 (Rehearsal: Dec. 3) – Special Luke 2 Retelling

All children in 1st–6th grade are welcome! If your child would like to participate, especially for the first gathering in September, please reach outKara Hackert Director of Children & Family Ministries.

ELMHURST FARMERS MARKET | WEDNESDAYS JUNE-OCTOBER
The Elmhurst Farmers Market has a new home—right here in the south parking lot of Elmhurst CRC! Join us on Wednesdays through October to shop for fresh produce, artisan goods, enjoy food truck lunches and snacks, and take in live music.

FALL REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN
Fall registrations are now open for fall mid-week and children’s ministries! Go to REGISTRATIONS.

JUBILEE RESALE BINS | WEST SIDE ENTRANCE
Jubilee Resale BINS will be available to collect your new or lightly-worn clothing donations for resale during open business hours at ECRC! Please look for the bins marked 'Jubilee' at the entrances. The Jubilee store proceeds benefit York Outreach and Timothy Christian Schools. You can drop off clothing articles anytime at church during these new, convenient times!

NEW TO YOU RESALE | ECRC PARKING LOT
Donation pick-up the first Thursday of each month from 7:45 am-9:15 am in the Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church parking lot. New to You Resale proceeds support the Bright Promise Fund which provides Chicagoland children with access to a quality Christ-center school.

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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
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

Summer Office Hours: May 30 to August 29.
Monday-Thursday 9:00am-3:30pm

We're available online 24/7.

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

Jubilee Resale: Volunteers and Donations needed!
Jubilee Resale in Lombard is seeking donations and volunteers this summer! In-season, ready-to-sell clothing for men, women, and children. Clothing can be dropped off at Jubilee Resale Wed-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 9am-5pm, or at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church Mon-Thur 9am-3:30pm. The Store also needs volunteers to help on the sales floor, organizing and restocking donations and at check-out. Volunteers are needed on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. To sign up or learn more, contact Jon Huizinga at or via SignUp Genius HERE.