This Week

Sunday Worship, June 21
New Series: We’ve Got ISSUES

Message: Welcoming the Stranger - with Pastor Jeff Klein
Scriptures: Hebrews 13:2, Deuteronomy 14:28-29, Deuteronomy 24:19-21, Leviticus 19:33-34

We’ll examine God's call to compassion, truth, and justice. As followers of Jesus, we are reminded that our responsibility is not determined by a person's status or circumstances, but by Christ's command to love our neighbors and serve as His hands and feet in the world.

Car Question: Do you know any immigrants? How could you show kindness to them this week?

"When a foreigner lives with you in your land, don’t take advantage of him. Treat the foreigner the same as a native. Love him like one of your own. Remember that you were once foreigners in Egypt. I am God, your God." Leviticus 19:33-34

We celebrate the baptism of:
Laine Wilhelminia de Vin... parents Mika and Olivia
Owen John Schutt...parents Dani and Tyler

Children's Worship - Kindergarten through Pk

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

Worship at 10 AM - In-Person & Online

Happy Father's Day!

Father’s Day Photos - June 21
We invite you to have your family’s photo taken at our next photo shoot opportunity on Father’s Day for the upcoming Elmhurst CRC directory! Father's Day photos will be availabe by an in-house church photographer on Sunday, June 21 and one weekday evening in June, and will be provided as a keepsake. They can also be used for our upcoming community directory. Either way, bring your smiles. Read more.

Synod 2026 is in full swing this week!
We invite you to join us in prayer for the annual denominational gathering of the Christian Reformed Church, being held in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Delegates from CRC churches across North America have gathered for thoughtful deliberation, discussion, decision-making, prayer, and worship as they address matters affecting our denomination.For continuous updates, including the webcast, schedule, recordings, photos, reports, live blog, and the latest news (whew!), visit crcna.org/synod.

Vacation Bible School Prayers
Yee Haw! Vacation Bible School begins next week, June 22–25! We invite you to pray for the 75 children from our church, the community, and Outreach York who will be attending, as well as the 40+ volunteers of all ages who have saddled up to serve throughout the week. We ask especially for prayers for safety, meaningful opportunities for the children to grow in their faith, and good weather for Wacky Water Wednesday and Thursday's animal visitors. If the weather doesn't cooperate, there may be horses in the building! Thank you for covering this ministry in prayer as we share the love of Jesus with these young cowboys and cowgirls

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

Elmhurst Farmers Market: Volunteer Opportunities
Lots of ways to get involved—serve as a goodwill ambassador at the market, help set up and/or tear down—check it all out 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.

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.

Missions: Prison Ministry, Get Involved
On Missions Sunday, we highlighted Prison Outreach and the powerful ways lives are being changed through prison ministry. There are several ways to pursue involvement and a life-changing connection with those incarcerated: consider being part of the next prison ministry trip to Parchman, Mississippi, this fall, the Crossroad Prison Ministries’ Bible correspondence program, or weekly outreach at the Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center. Read more here. Curious about serving? Sign up here, and we’ll connect with you with next steps.

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.

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.

Announcements:

• Summer Fun

  • We’re excited to announce that Alyssa Korkowski is doing a junior internship this summer with Elmhurst Youth! Alyssa graduated from York last week and has brought energy, service, and excitement to Elmhurst Youth!

• VBS Volunteers 6/22-25!

  • You can register here to volunteer with VBS this summer! Middle school and high school students are welcome to join!

Check out elmhurstcrc.org/youth

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

SUMMER INTERNSHIP
Explore your calling with a summer internship at Elmhurst CRC! Elmhurst CRC is now accepting applications for paid summer internships in Youth Ministries This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience, mentorship from our professionals, and grow your skills while making an impact. For more details and to apply, click here.

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
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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.

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