With the approaching election, we’re again in a difficult, contentious time. To help us better interact with our family, friends, & neighbors during this season, Pastor Travis will lead a 4-week seminar on Cultural Engagement. The seminar doesn’t take a side politically but advocates for a gospel “third way” beyond our political divisions where the church shines as something altogether different. Join us with friends, neighbors, or just bring yourself! Register for in-person or Zoom at ctkcambridge.org/cultural-engagement and join us on 10/2, 10/9, 10/23, 10/30 at 7:30p.
Missionary Visit
High School Lunch Hangout
High School students! Join the high school hangout/lunch after church on October 20th from 12:15-1:30. Please contact Rebecca M. with any questions (rebecca@ctkcambridge.org).
4th Annual CTK Great Pumpkin Event
Join us for the 4th Annual CTK Great Pumpkin Event—a church-wide pumpkin carving and decorating party on Saturday, October 26 from 2-5 pm at Sennott Park in Cambridge. All are welcome for food, fun and prizes! Mini pumpkins for decorating will be provided but bring your own pumpkin to carve. Visit ctkcambridge.org/pumpkin for more information about directions & parking, what to bring, and judging categories and rules. Please RSVP (not required but appreciated!). Volunteers are needed – sign-up to help at the event.
2024 Winter Getaway
There’s still space available for the 2024 CTK Getaway, taking place January 26 thru January 28! Visit ctkcambridge.org/getaway for more information and to register!
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Advent Materials
Advent is just around the corner! To get ready to enter this season of preparation and anticipation, Travis and Dana would like to share this list of curated advent devotional resources with selections for adults as well as for families with kids of all ages. May you find one that helps you reflect on the promises of Scripture as you await and celebrate the coming of Christ our King.
Youth Christmas Party
High Schoolers and Middle Schoolers! Get ready for this year’s Youth Christmas Party on Friday, December 1st at 7p in the social hall. There will be cookie decorating, Christmas games, and tons of fun to start the season! For more info, reach out to ariana@ctkcambridge.org.
Women's Brunch
Women of CTK! You’re invited to the CTK Women’s Christmas Brunch and White Elephant Gift swap! The party starts at 10a on Saturday, December 9th in the Fellowship Hall. Please bring a wrapped present, preferably something that you did not have to buy. It can be something silly or serious, something you want to re-home or handmade. The goal is to have fun together and be creative! Sign up for the potluck here. Questions? Email women@ctkcambridge.org.
Nursery Volunteers
Calling All Volunteers! Join Our Church Nursery Team! At CTK we want little ones to feel safe, loved, and cared for and their parents to feel supported in worship. This is where our dedicated nursery volunteers come in! Do you have a passion for working with children? Are you a big kid at heart who enjoys constructing train tracks, building towers, and reading stories? If the answer is yes, we would love to have you on our nursery team! Our goal is to have 4-6 new volunteers to schedule an orientation session in November. if you reach out to Dana Russell (dana@ctkcambridge.org) by November 12 you’ll receive a $5 Tatte gift card!
Kids' Sunday Summary
New for Parents: We've launched a new page on the church website called “Kids' Sunday Summary." This dedicated space provides a brief overview of the lessons covered in Sunday classes with questions to continue the conversation at home. This tool is intended to strengthen the connection between the church and home, making it easier for parents to review and reinforce these important teachings with their children throughout the week. Check out the Kids' Sunday Summary page.
Discovering CTK
Men's Breakfast
The next CTK men's breakfast is on Saturday, October 14th from 8:30-10am in the CTK Social Hall. Come enjoy some good food and good company. We'll be discussing God's providence in Proverbs 16 and what it means to "commit your work to the Lord". Email Andy at astuntz@gmail.com if you have questions or want to help cook / set up.
Children's Ministry Volunteers
The Children's Ministry is still looking for a few good men and women to help teach classes starting this fall! If you like the idea of serving in class on a regular basis building relationships with kids at CTK, consider Sunday School which meets before the service from 9:15-10:15. Though if serving periodically suits you better, you may assist a few times a quarter in the Children’s Worship classes during the service. As an added bonus to help meet our recruitment goal of 6 new volunteers for the fall, you’ll receive a $5 Starbucks gift card if you reach out to Dana by August 20.
Women's Climbing Event
Women’s Group Climbing Event on August 26th from 10a to 12p - Change of Location - they will now be climbing at the Rock Spot in South Boston where there are bouldering and auto belays. Please RSVP to Rebekah Tsang by Tuesday Aug 22nd. The cost of attendance will be $34 per person. Feel free to text Rebekah if you have questions: 530-848-8430.
Singleness, Marriage, and Sexuality Conference
CTK is co-sponsporing a one-day conference entitled Singleness, Marriage, and Sexuality: How God’s Design Points us to Jesus’ Unending Love. Speakers will include Rebecca McLaughlin, Sam Allberry, Rachel Gilson, and Dani Treweek. Whatever your life situation, we’d love for you to bring your hopes, dreams, friends, and questions and join the conversation on November 11! For more information, visit singleminded.community/boston2023.
July 4th Picnic
Save the Date: Join us for a July 4th Picnic at 4:30p at Dana Park on Magazine Street. Sign up here! All are welcome!
Adult Ed
Current Adult Ed class: The world needs Hope. The Church needs Hope. You need Hope. NT Wright’s exciting book on the resurrection and future hope — Surprised by Hope — is being offered in a 6-week video series about the sure hope of the resurrection. Come and be encouraged. Why not bring a friend who needs hope? This will be the last class for the spring before summer break.
Building Crew Volunteers
Join the new CTK Building Crew! This volunteer team will serve alongside the deacons in helping with building access, setup, and use for Sunday services and other events. If you are a member of CTK and like serving behind the scenes, want to learn more about the diaconate or the building, or feel called to help facilitate CTK services and events, then this is for you! There will be a training on Sat July 15th from 10:30am-12pm (make-up options available). Please contact deacons@ctkcambridge.org with questions or interest.