Our Story
The Elm Church was planted as a Gospel-Living, Relational, City-Positive, and Multiplying church for the neighborhood of Elmhurst in New York City
Why Elmhurst?
Elmhurst is in the heart of Queens, NY, the most ethnically diverse urban area in the world. More than 150 languages are spoken here. The nations are gathered here. The opportunity to reach the world is here.
The crossroads of the world
Core Values
Cultivating healthy communities of belonging is foundational to our DNA as a church.
These are the four core values are what guide our decisions as we grow.
Making a difference
City-Positive Initiatives
We're committed to extending our service beyond our doors and into the city we call home and in doing so, have crafted a variety of programs, events, and resources, all aimed at providing tangible support, fostering connection, and promoting growth.
Whether you're part of our church or just a resident of our city, know that we're here, striving to uplift and enrich our community in unity and faith.
Elmhurst Clean Streets initiative to pick up trash on sidewalks and to provide an accessible way for residents to help beautify the neighborhood (Spring 2026)
Elm Bridge mural refresh with students and Elmhurst residents (Spring 2026)
Elmhurst Dessert Fair organized by our City Positive Youth students with local businesses to serve our neighborhood (Summer 2026)
Back to School Backpack+School Supplies Giveaway at Moore Hempstead Playground, culminating our sixth summer of Parktivities (Summer 2026)
Gospel Living - The gospel of Christ gives us hope and acceptance so that we can be vulnerable with other people. Vulnerability is necessary to boldly form healthy communities with other people.