Hi EPC Friends and Members, 

Here's my "3-2-1" for this week...

3 EPC Happenings
 1. Leadership Breakfast: THIS SUNDAY! All of the church teams and committees will be meeting from 9:30-10:25. If you're not on a ministry team (committee) but are curious about how you might serve the church in this way, please plan to come to the meeting at 9:30 to learn and discern where you might use your gifts! 

2. Garden Opportunities: Spring Planting in the vegetable garden will be here soon! If you're interested in being notified of the planting date, please let Cristi in the office know -- planting date will depend on the availability/arrival of the seeds and the weather, but we're looking at the end of May.  We're also looking for folks who would like to "adopt" part of our grounds for the summer. You would take on a small portion of the grounds and be responsible for weeding and watering. Garden and outdoor lovers welcome, as are neighbors and friends. 

3. Ordination and Installation, Dia Nuevo congregation -- I'm so proud of and happy with my partner in life and ministry, Elias Cabarcas. His road to ordination has been a long one, but he's kept his eye on the goal. Celebrate with the Presbytery of Chicago and the PCUSA as he's ordained to the Dia Nuevo community on June 4 at 4:00. The service will be a joy filled, bilingual celebration. 
 

2 Interesting Links
 1. Did you know that Elmhurst University was recently awarded a GRANT to continue serving Latinx/Hispanic Students? It's exciting to see the things the university is able to do because of it. I'm grateful for continued opportunities to partner with such an amazing Elmhurst institution and wondering what the Spirit will continue to do in our midst.

2. I'm so excited that Jennifer Knapp and Daneen Akers will be joining us for worship on the Sunday after the Pride Festival, June 25, during worship. 

1 Thought 
"Know how to leave things alone, for if knowing how to refuse is one of life's great lessons, an even greater one is knowing how to say no to yourself, to important people, and in business. There are non-essential activities, moths of precious time, and it's worse to take an interest in irrelevant things than to do nothing at all."

-- Baltasar Grecian (I found this quote via James Clear)

There you have it! Our 3-2-1 for the week. See you Sunday! 

It's not the same without you there, 

Join us this Sunday as we continue our new sermon series: The R's of Resurrection. Easter is more than a day, it’s a whole season! This year we are honoring that through our new sermon series, The R’s of Resurrection. Join us this Sunday as we explore the next R, Regret. We will also celebrate Holy Communion. 

Our next Leadership Breakfast for is This Sunday, May 7 at at 9:30 AM!  All committees and teams are meeting. If you're not on a ministry team (committee) but are curious about how you might serve the church in this way, please plan to come to the meeting at 9:30 to learn and discern where you might use your gifts to serve EPC. All are welcome. 

Save the Date! There will be a Congregational Meeting on Sunday, May 21 after worship to vote on the Nominating Committee Slate. Please plan on attending! 

Join us for Elias Cabarcas-Arroyo's Ordination and Installation, which will be held here at EPC on Sunday, June 4th. Be sure you come for this wonderful celebration of his ministry! 

Pride Weekend is just around the corner! Save the date for June 24-25 and be sure to plan on attending these wonderful events. 

The Garden Team is looking for volunteers to maintain the church garden through the spring and summer. It is a wonderful ministry of our church, and we want to make sure it is thriving! There are plenty of opportunities available and more information can be found on the bulletin board. We need help with caring for various garden beds and borders as well as the children’s vegetable garden. Many hands make light work, so please consider helping us out! 

Planning for Elmhurst Pride Fest is underway and we are looking for volunteers. Are you interesting in supporting this wonderful community event? Sign up HERE. 

A group of students from York High School is collecting new and gently used school supplies to go towards an organization called Roots and Wings. They are collecting scissors, markers, crayons, glue sticks, colored pencils, and paint. The drop-off area will be the shelving unit outside the church's front doors located in the circle drive. Check out the flyer HERE. 

Confirmation class is starting THIS SUNDAY, May 7th from 11:45-12:45 after worship. Class will meet in the Teen lounge in the basement and we will be using the Confirm not Conform curriculum. Classes will meet for about 10 weeks. Have questions? Contact Emerson! 

Save the Date!
We're bringing VBS back!! Save the date for Vacation Bible School to be held at EPC 7/10-7/14. Dinner will be served at 5 PM, followed by lessons and activities from 5:30-7:30.

Parents of teens are invited to a supportive time of conversation, community, and reflection as we gather around the joyful and challenging stage of parenting teens! 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at Brewpoint Craft from 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Advance registration encouraged -- please click HERE. 

Youth Ministry is looking for volunteers to assist on Sunday mornings with classroom management and general assistance. Tasks would include supporting students and assisting with games and art projects! No planning or curriculum building necessary, Emerson will provide you with everything you need to know. Please click HERE to sign up.

10:30 Sunday Worship Livestream - Click Here!

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