This Week

Easter is almost here—a time to gather, worship, and rejoice in the resurrection of Jesus. Whether you’re in town or returning from spring break, we’d love to celebrate together. Join us for a meaningful weekend as we reflect and rejoice in the hope of the resurrection.

Holy Week Worship
Prayer Stations: Mon - Fri (times vary)
Passover Experience - Thu, Apr 2
Good Friday - Fri, Apr 3
Silent Saturday, Sat, Apr 4
Easter Sunday, Sun, Apr 5

Experience Holy Week & Easter Week — details here.

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Sunday Worship, March 29, 2026 - Easter Sunday
Message: "What If..?"
with Pastor Gregg DeMey
Guided by: John 20:1-9

Children's Worship- PK-Kindergarten
Worship at 8:30 & 10 AM - In-Person & Online

Holy Week | March 29 – April 5, 2026
Lent leads us to Holy Week, when we remember Jesus’ sacrifice and rejoice in His resurrection. We look forward to gathering with you in worship during this meaningful week—beginning with Palm Sunday and culminating in the joy of Easter morning. Holy Week details here.

Serve Weekend — April 11 & 12 — Serve Sign-ups are Open - New Projects!
In 2026, we’re expanding our serving opportunities from 5th Sunday Serve to four special Serve Weekends throughout the year (April 11 & 12, May 30 & 31, August 29 & 30, November 21 & 22). The first will be the Saturday and Sunday after Easter, April 11 and 12. Find our more here.

Serve Weekend Blood Drive | Sunday, April 12 | 9am-2pm
Give the gift of life – donate blood as part of our Serve Weekend. All blood types needed. Ages 16 and up are welcome. Register at: elmhurstcrc.org/events.

Little Lambs Preschool Experience fall 2026 registration is open! Register today for our early bird registration rate. Check it out HERE.

Covenant Education Plan Meeting | FINAL Meeting, Wed, Apr 8
Parents of current and prospective Timothy Christian students: Registration for the ECRC Covenant Education Plan (CEP) begins in March. To participate, you must attend one of the two Parent Registration Meetings, where information and registration materials will be provided. Both parents must attend, and you must be an active member of Elmhurst CRC to participate. The meetings will take place on Sunday, March 22 and Wednesday, April 8.

Journeymen | Thursday, April 9 | 6:30 am
Men, save the date for another Journeymen...a space for men to grow deeper in Jesus, share their real stories, and build authentic connections with others on the journey.

Global Awareness Night: Ukraine | April 24
Join Thrive for a Ukrainian-themed dinner and presentation with members of Bible Church Ukraine–Chicago. Hear firsthand about life in Ukraine during the war and the challenges of resettling in the U.S. Dinner begins at 6:00pm, followed by the presentation at 7:00pm. Please sign up for dinner to help us plan (presentation-only attendance does not require registration). All are welcome!

ECRC Tour de Israel | Fall 2027
Join us for an amazing spiritual adventure with ECRC’s Tour to Israel with your hosts Rev. Jeff Klein and Rev. Gregg DeMey and guide Dr. Oliver Hersey, President of Jerusalem University College in Jerusalem, Israel. Our fall 2027 trip is being scheduled for October 25-November 7, 2027! Save the date - more details to come.

Coffee Break Bible Study | Weds & Thurs
Details and registration HERE.

Prison Mission Trip | May 15-18
Join the team on a life-changing mission trip to Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in St. Gabriel, LA. Applications/registrations are due on April 1. “I was in prison and you came to me.” Matthew 25:36. Travel details and registration here.

VBS Volunteer Round-Up
Yee-Haw! VBS is just around the corner, and we’re rounding up volunteers. Consider opportunities as drivers, counselors, food prep and more! Details Here.

Volunteer in the Children's Library
Children's Library - We are looking for four volunteers, 12 and older, to work in the children's library from 11:00-11:20 once a month on Sunday mornings. You would shelve returned books and check out books for little kids. If you are interested please email [email protected].

Jubilee Resale Bins – West Entrance
Donate new or gently-worn clothing anytime during church hours. Look for the bins marked “Jubilee.” Proceeds support York Outreach and Timothy Christian Schools.

New to You Resale – Monthly Pickup
Clothing donations are collected on the first Thursday of each month from 7:45–9:15 a.m. in the ECRC south parking lot. Proceeds benefit the Bright Promise Fund, providing Chicagoland children with access to a quality Christ-centered school.

SUMMER INTERNSHIPS
Explore your calling with a summer internship at Elmhurst CRC! Elmhurst CRC is now accepting applications for paid summer internships in Youth Ministries, Children’s Ministries, and Graphic Design / Strategic Communication. 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
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

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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