Holy Week Services in Elmhurst

It is Holy Week. This week we recall the drama of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, his final week with his disciples, his actions in the temple, his trial, the Last Supper, his agonizing last hours, his crucifixion, the uncertainty of Saturday, and the joy of Sunday morning.

SERVICES AVAILABLE:
March 24, 2016 Maundy Thursday 8:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. On Maundy Thursday we remember the last supper celebrated by Jesus and his twelve disciples. In these three 20-minute mini-services we will recount the dramatic action of Jesus as he washed his disciples’ feet. These worship services will be held in the Garden Room and conclude with the celebration of the sacrament of Holy Communion in obedience to Jesus’ command to “do this in remembrance of me.”

March 25, 2016 Good Friday/Tenebrae 7 p.m. “Tenebrae” is the Latin word for “shadows.” This solemn service of worship recalls the passion of Jesus through scripture and song as the power of darkness and shadow seemingly grows. The Elmhurst CRC Choir will lead us in worship as we listen, remember and meditate on the seven last words of Jesus spoken from the cross.

March 27, 2016 Easter Sunday Morning 9 & 10:30 a.m. On Easter Sunday we will celebrate the most miraculous event in world history, the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead! Our two identical services will feature inspiring music and a powerful message of hope. Jesus has defeated our greatest enemy, death. Therefore there is nothing that we face in life that should paralyze us with fear or cause us to lose heart. Join us for this engaging hour of worship.

Nursery for children 0-36 months is available at Good Friday and Easter Sunday services. Children’s Worship for children pk-5th grade at all Sunday Services.

Services are held at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church at 149 West Brush Hill Road, just west of the new Elmhurst Hospital. See service times, directions and details, visist us at elmhurstcrc.org