Grace Preparatory Information Meeting: Grace Prep takes the best attributes of homeschooling and combines them with the best attributes of traditional, Christian education to provide a private, non-denominational Christian, university-model school. Our mission is to partner with families to create an educational environment which inspires a love for learning and a hunger for the kingdom of God. If you are interested in learning more, please come to our next meeting on February 13, 2018 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Newton Covenant Church. Please RSVP to graceprepboston@gmail.com Visit our website or see our flyer for more details.
Items for the Tays
The Tays are getting ready to move, and are wondering if anyone in the church could use an office desk or an ASUS 24" monitor (see picture attached, for both the desk and monitor). If you could use either of these items, please contact Sarah Tay at sarahlimhf@gmail.com or 857-209-8485 by the 30th at the latest.
Sublet/New Lease for March 1
3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom townhouse available March 1st or earlier for sublet (6 months) or new lease. Located on quiet street in the Union Square/East Somerville neighborhood. 2,300 sq feet, newly renovated and spacious, includes two off-street parking spots, on-site laundry, deck, hardwood floors and finished basement! In walking distance to Harvard campus, Union Square, bus stops, and the orange line. Monthly rent is $3,000 plus utilities, no move-in fee. Please contact Alex (alexanderegiannini@gmail.com, 646-500-1864) if interested.
Boston Healthcare Fellowship
Boston Healthcare Fellowship Winter Retreat: Join students and professionals in healthcare and research at Toah Nipi February 16-18th for a time of renewal, connecting with God and others, and learning about developing discipleship. Visit www.healthcarefellowship.org/winterretreat2018/ or email bostonhealthcarefellowship@gmail.com to find out more.
Pardo Album
CTK members Steve and Amy Pardo have made a small collection of songs called Simple Songs for Sunday School. These songs have been written to help write God's promise of hope and joy on our hearts at home or in a classroom setting. The album is available for FREE download and streaming on Bandcamp. They can also be streamed on Apple Music and Spotify.
Summer Intern Housing
Do you have an apartment or even an extra room to sublet or offer to CTK interns during the months of June and July? We are still working on details but would love to talk to anyone who has extra space about the possibility. Please contact omar@ctkboston.org if you might be able to help, or know someone who could.
Stuntz Apartment
1-BR Somerville apartment available March 1. CTK members Emily and Andy Stuntz are moving across town and looking to rent out their current apartment beginning in March for either 3 months (sublet) or 15 months (sublet + 1-year lease). The apt. is the 3rd floor in a 3-unit house, on a quiet street 2 blocks off of Teele Square (12 min. walk to Davis Square T, 10-15 min. walk to Tufts). It’s cozy “under the eaves,” with a small living area but good-sized kitchen and bedroom. Rent is $1,575/mo for March through May and $1,650 starting in June, plus utilities. Please contact Andy (astuntz@gmail.com, 857-373-9439) if you’re interested or have questions!
Pre-school Teach Job Opportunity
Little Folks Fellowship Nursery School, Cambridge, is looking for a part-time pre-school teacher. The applicant must be a Christian and licensed by the state to teach this age group (2.9-5years of age). The school operates from 8:30-12:30 three mornings a week (M.W.F.) and there is also an extended day option for the three afternoons. The salary is commensurate with other local nursery schools. Please email mpickett@rcn.com if you would like to hear more about this opportunity.
Congratulations to the Grams
Kim and Ryan Grams are the proud parents of Jude Re Grams, born December 26th at 2:20am, weighing 8lb 5oz and 20.75 inches long! Congratulations to Kim, Ryan, and big brother Henrik!
Temporary Nanny Position
Looking for a nanny to care for our 19-month old (adjusted) for 20-25 hours a week, either 2 full work-days (flexible on which days) or weekday half-days from 8am to 1pm. This job will likely be only for the month of January, so this could be ideal for a college or graduate student on college vacation. We live in Somerville, within walking distance of the Porter Sq T station. Alternatively, if you live in Cambridge or Somerville and already have a nanny looking after your infant or toddler, we would be interested in joining your nanny share in January! We would be happy to come to you. Please get in touch with Sarah Tay if you're interested or know of someone who might be!"
Christ and the Creative Arts
Christ and the Creative Arts: Boston Fellows invites you to an engaging discussion at the intersection of art, beauty, and the Christian faith, led by Gordon College art professors Jim Zingarelli and David West. This free event will be held at Ruggles Baptist Church, 874 Beacon Street, Boston, from 10-3pm on Saturday, December 9. Lunch is provided. To reserve your spot, please RSVP here. Contact Nathan Barczi with questions.
Room Available January-August
Room Available January-August Looking for a female subletter for my room in a lovely 3 bedroom apartment that I share with two wonderful Christian roommates. Bedroom is spacious with lots of light. Apartment has furnished common spaces, two porches, a shared backyard, and free laundry in the basement. It's conveniently located in Teele Square, a 10 minute walk from the Davis Square T, near lots of buses and plenty of street parking. Rent is $925/month + utilities. Please contact Heather Hawkes (203-502-9331) if you're interested or know someone who might be!
Apartment for Rent
CTK Cambridge Members Naomi and Leonard Layne have an apartment which will be available in a couple of months or sooner. It is a 2 beautiful 2 bedroom 1st floor apartment on Avon Hill in North Cambridge, a 5 minute walk from the Porter Square T stop in a very desirable neighborhood. Dish washer and dedicated laundry room. Oil heat, new gas range, just lovely. No pets, no smoking. Rent is $2650/month. Please get in touch with Leonard if you or someone you know is interested!
MHSA Homeless in Boston
CTK Somerville member Alex Kontras works at MHSA, which conducts weekly housing workshops for some of the longest-term homeless in Boston. They are in need of two kinds of help at one of their shelters in Dorchester: 1) $10 Dunkin’ Donuts cards, which are provided to workshop participants as incentives to complete housing paperwork, and 2) providing food for a hot breakfast prior to the workshop. Online donations of gift cards can be made here (enter “gift card” in the “In memory or honor of” box); for information about providing breakfast or for any other questions, contact Alex.
BCPC 2017 Gala Fundraiser
Boston Center for Pregnancy Choices invites you to attend the 2017 Gala Fundraiser with guest speakers Bob and Pam Tebow, parents of Tim Tebow. Come and hear stories of lives that have been changed through this organization. The gala will be held on Friday, November 3rd from 7:00-9:30pm at The Westin Hotel in Waltham. To purchase tickets go to https://bcpc.ticketspice.com/a-night-to-inspire, or talk to CTK member and BCPC volunteer, Hannah Ebben.
Childcare Needed
A CTK family is looking for childcare for 20 hours a week starting in November. Childcare is needed on Wednesdays and Fridays from around 7:45am-6:15pm (other weekday options possible). We live in the Nonantum village of Newton (near Watertown). Please email Allison.
Housing available
For rent! Two family house on Mt. Auburn St. has been completely renovated and is available for rent starting November 1. Both Units are 3br, 1ba. Close to Cambridge and public transportation. Lots of sunlight. Upstairs unit has its own private enclosed front and back porches. Washer and dryer hook-up available. Rent is $2,500 per month; including off-street parking, not including utilities. First month's rent and a security deposit required. No broker's fee. No smoking, Cats okay. Please e-mail the owner, Ruth to tell her a little bit about yourself if you're interested.
Advent Play- Auditions and info...
CTK is excited to open auditions for a staged reading of the Dorothy Sayers' play Kings in Judaea. Directed by Ruthie Buescher from CTK-Somerville, the play will offer a chance to explore the incarnation and celebrate the Advent season through theater. Auditions will be on October 16, from 7-9pm. Rehearsals will be on Mondays from 7-9pm, October 23-November 27, and Saturday, December 2, with an evening performance on December 3. All events will take place at CTK-Cambridge. For more information and to sign up, please contact ruthie.buescher@gmail.com.
Preschool Openings
Amazing Grace Preschool in Lexington (right off Rt. 2) has openings for kids starting age 2.9 yrs for 2-5 days/wk. The teachers, community, and curriculum (Christian and play-based) are truly outstanding. Contact the director Ellie Beatty or CTK member Lindsay Hardy for more info. Scholarships are available.
Seeking Childcare
A CTK family is looking for childcare for their 3-year-old daughter for 4-5 hours on Tuesday mornings starting in September. Childcare could take place at the family's home in Union Square or at another decided upon location. Please email Amanda.