Scriptures: Mark 5:21-43
Sermon Title: Crossing Over To...
Guest Preacher: Rev. Scott Matheney

Scott is the Chaplain and Dean of Religious Life Elmhurst University, 1997 to Present. He is a native of San Diego, California with deep roots in New York City. Scott is a graduate of Whitworth University in Spokane, Washington, with degrees in Political Science and Sociology, and a graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary with postgraduate study at the University of Capetown, South Africa. He is ordained in the Presbyterian Church USA, 1982, with standing in the United Church of Christ since 1984. Previous positions include serving at Columbia University/Barnard College, New York City, 1982-1997 as Director of Religious Life/University Chaplain for the University, and Presbyterian/UCC Chaplain of Columbia University.

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 Check out these moments from our Pridefest celebration!

   
   

   

   

   

   

Thank you to all who came out and supported us this year at Pridefest, you made this amazing day possible!

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We’re looking for a part-time office administrator here at Elmhurst Presbyterian Church. Interested in a position where you can contribute your strong Google Suite, administrative skills and professionalism?

- 20 hours per week, $15-$18 per hour (Additional hours must be preapproved)
- Required in-office hours: 9am-12pm, Monday - Friday (No weekends)
- Additional 5 hours may be remote or flexed upon agreement

CLICK HERE to read the full job description or scan the QR code above. If this sounds like you, kindly complete a Job Application & Applicant Questionnaire through clicking the links or scanning the QR codes.

Please be aware the application form can be filled in online when accessed by computer. When accessed through phone, only a standard PDF format will be displayed. 

We’re collecting brown paper grocery bags for our Vacation Bible School program in August.
All donations can be dropped off in the labeled box, currently located in the church narthex. Thank you for your kindness and support! 

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Join us this summer for our Earth Care Education Series, where different speakers come in and educate us on the many different ways we can better care for our planet.

- "DuPage Monarch Project: Local Solutions for Monarch Recovery" on Tuesday, July 30th at 6:30 PM

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Want to assist immigrants with clothing while meeting caring and wonderful volunteers from Elmhurst?

Volunteer today for ICDI's clothing collection center located in EPC's basement. If you wish to be notified about sorting days (usually between 9:30-11 AM), please contact Pat Motto. 

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Calling all gardeners! We’re looking for volunteers, whether experienced or willing to learn, to help take care of different areas of the church grounds. All are welcome, so check out the clipboards located by the church office to learn more and sign up today! 

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Save the date for Sunday, September 8th! We'll be having our annual All Church Picnic after worship and all are welcome.
Sandwiches, sides, and desserts will be provided. We hope to see you there! 

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Office hours may vary a bit over the next two months. Please offer "Congratulations & Best Wishes!" by Wednesday, July 3rd to our Office Administrator, Cristi. Beginning July 8th, she'll help us ensure a smooth landing as a Remote Assistant.

Thanks to Emerson Azcoitia! He will begin training with Cristi on Thursday, June 27th as Interim Office Administrator while continuing to serve as EPC's Youth Leader. Direct any questions and/or applicant referrals to HR Chair, Patti Berner or Cristi and/or Emerson. Thank you for your patience as we continue to seek a regular, part-time Office Administrator.

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Exodus World Service is an organization collecting packs for newly arriving refugee families throughout the Summer. These packs help refugees turn an empty apartment into a home!

How it works is after collecting household essentials for the kitchen, bedroom, and bath, you will set up an apartment for a refugee family and warmly greet them when they arrive. This is a great opportunity for your small group, friends, or family to serve refugees! CLICK HERE to learn more.

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It has been so devastating to see the horrors occurring in Gaza since October of 2023. Because EPC has been engaged in so many other missions in our community and abroad, we have not yet done a special collection for this ongoing situation.  We want to remind everyone that supporting Presbyterian Disaster Assistance in times like these is always a good idea.  

PDA has approved solidarity grants and will continue supporting our partners providing humanitarian assistance. Our response efforts will encompass a wide array of vital humanitarian interventions, including but not limited to medical supplies, shelter, WASH (water, sanitation and hygiene), food and non-food items and delivering crucial psychosocial support to individuals.

PDA's Response to Gaza

Rev. Prof. Mitri Raheb — Matthew 25 Summit Keynote from Presbyterian Mission Agency on Vimeo.

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We're collecting clothes for Out of the Closet. To learn more about their mission, CLICK HERE to visit their website. Check out this list of items they're looking for. Donations can be dropped off in the dropbox located in the Nelson White Room.

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Help us as we continually collect clothes for ICDI and the newly arriving immigrants. CLICK HERE to view the list of items they are currently in need of. 

Have donations? Contact Sarah from ICDI to schedule a drop off time.

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Due to a severe allergy, EPC is now a NUT-FREE campus. Please be aware of this as you are bringing food into the church. We appreciate your willingness to be hospitable to those with severe allergies!  

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VBS will be here before we know it, and we need YOUR help to make it a success! This year's theme is "Operation Restoration: Mending God's World."

One of our activities will be to make care kits for families in the NICU. Please consider purchasing something from our Amazon Wish List to make these care kits. We also need volunteers to provide a meal for our VBS participants, so CLICK HERE to consider volunteering. Thanks for your support! 

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The calendar above displays all current Church Session meetings scheduled through the end of 2024 for appointed Session members. Please note our next meeting is Tuesday, August 20th at 6:15 PM.

Please contact the Clerk of Session if you are interested in attending as a guest or for any other questions!

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10:30 Sunday Worship Livestream - Click Here!

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Elmhurst Presbyterian Church
367 S Spring Road 
Elmhurst, IL 60126-3805
elmhurstpresbyterianoffice@gmail.com
630-834-7750