Transition
CTK Administrator
Congregational Meeting

The members of Christ the King Presbyterian Church are called to a Congregational Meeting on Sunday, November 22, 2020 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, preceded by a prayer meeting that will start at 6:30p. This meeting will be held virtually.

Business to be conducted at the meeting:

  1. Elect a pastoral search committee* for the purpose of recommending a pastoral candidate for Cambridge

  2. Elect church officers – the slate of candidates to be elected will be shared upon approval by the Session

  3. Share information with the church

Instructions for how to participate in the virtual meeting will be forthcoming.

* PCA Book of Church Order chapter 20-2

Transition
CTK Administrator
Congregational Meeting (10/18)

The members of Christ the King Presbyterian Church are called to two upcoming Congregational Meetings.

The first is on Sunday, October 18, 2020 at 7:00 PM and will be held virtually. Business to be conducted at the October meeting:
1. Consider the resignation of Rev. Rick Downs as Pastor of Christ the King Presbyterian Church
2. Approve a process for forming a pastoral search committee*
3. Hear more information and ask questions related to placing an interim pastor in Cambridge and the search for a permanent replacement

The second is on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at 7:00 PM and will be held virtually. Business to be conducted at the November meeting:
1. Elect a pastoral search committee* for the purpose of recommending a pastoral candidate for Cambridge
2. Elect church officers – the slate of candidates to be elected will be shared upon approval by the Session

For updates about these two meetings, please follow https://www.ctkboston.org/news-events. Instructions for how to participate in the virtual meetings will be forthcoming. Other business may be added to either meeting. If so, we will provide advance notice.

* PCA Book of Church Order chapter 20-2

Call to Worship

Leader: Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!

Congregation: Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he has redeemed from trouble and gathered in from the lands, from the east and from the west, from the north and from the south.

Leader: Some wandered in desert wastes, finding no way to a city to dwell in; hungry and thirsty, their soul fainted within them.

Congregation: Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from their distress.

Leader: He led them by a straight way till they reached a city to dwell in.

All: Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of men! For he satisfies the longing soul, and the hungry soul he fills with good things. — Psalm 107:1-9

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Men's Bible Study

The Men's Bible Study has just started Jude and 1 & 2 Peter, so it's an ideal time to visit! We meet Fridays 6-7am here on Zoom every week to read, reflect on, and discuss one chapter of the Bible. It's been a great time to meet other men in the church and to learn from Scripture and each other. No preparation required and newcomers or one-time visitors are always welcome. Contact Andy (astuntz@gmail.com) with questions.

update from welcome team

The Pastoral Welcome Team would like to offer thanks to the CTK community for your suggestions and contributions to the welcome basket for the Drakes, especially for the "best of Boston" list--there were many great ones! We presented some New England themed snacks/drinks, books, along with memberships to the MFA, Zoo New England, and the Audubon Society for them to explore their new hometown. If you are available to help the Drakes move in when their PODS arrive, please contact Sarah Goodman at ssgoodman617@gmail.com.

CTR Update

An Update from Matt Owens on Christ the Redeemer Quincy & Seven Hills Presbyterian:
Matt Owens, who has preached multiple times at CTK Cambridge over the last two years, has accepted a new call to be the Pastor of Seven Hills Presbyterian Church (formerly CTK Somerville). He had previously served at this church as assistant pastor before planting Christ the Redeemer in Quincy, which had its inaugural worship service in March of 2020. While this new call wasn’t a move Matt was seeking to make, the Lord brought it about and confirmed it, through prayer and counsel with others, including leaders within Christ the Redeemer. The commission that oversees the church plant has determined that Christ the Redeemer will not continue on. This is because the majority of committed members at CTR plan to attend Seven Hills, while others are making plans to go to other good churches closer to where they live. To learn more about Matt’s ministry and this upcoming change, you can watch his video here.

Children's Worship

This summer we have begun a new pick up procedure for children’s worship in order for the children to be in the service for the Lord’s Supper and Benediction.  After the sermon, there will now be a song before we take the Lord’s Supper; during the song one parent can head to the back foyer outside of the fellowship hall on the bathroom side.  Pick up will take place at the door at the top of the stairwell. Please remember your security tag when you come for pick up. Drop off will remain as usual during the Passing of the Peace.

During Sunday services, sermon worksheets will be available for both 3rd-5th graders and Middle Schoolers to pick up during the Passing of the Peace to the right of the stage. Bring your worksheet to show Miss Dana or Miss Lara what you were able to complete after the service for a treat!

Adult Ed Class

Adult Ed Class: Religious Poetry
Calling all poets! For two weeks we will explore the craft and culture of Christian poetry and analyze a few classic poems to learn how poetry can capture the imagination and ennoble the heart. Poetry is the common denominator of the Bible and can enrich the life of contemplation and praise. After a primer, we will examine the poetry of Herbert, Vaughan, and Christina Rossetti. God is the Poet Laureate of the Universe speaking to us in echos that defy normal speech. Class will be in-person in the Social Hall with a Zoom option. Starting on July 3, Adult Ed will be on hiatus for the summer.

Kastelein GC

CTK Cambridge member Eric Kastelein is hiring carpenters at all levels for his residential remodeling company. KGC emphasizes training and skill development, and employees take part in a wide range of contracting tasks. If you or someone you know may be interested, please contact admin@kasteleingc.com for complete job descriptions, or search Indeed.com for Kastelein General Contracting. Both long-term and summer-only options are possible.

Women's Hike

CTK Women's Ministry Event! We have planned a short hike at Breakheart Reservation on Saturday, June 18 at 10:00AM. This is a 1-2 hour hike around the upper pond so feel free to bring young ones. Pack a water bottle, sandwich and snacks and we’ll picnic along the way! Meet in the parking lot behind the Target at 10AM (400 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Saugus, MA). Contact Martha at women@ctkcambridge.org for more information.

Drakes Moving

The Drakes will be moving the weekend of June 24th and following. They are using PODS so the exact unload date is a bit uncertain. But, if you are in town and willing to help with childcare, moving, etc around that time, please email Sarah Goodman at ssgoodman617@gmail.com. We have collected some names previously, but welcome any others who are available. To sign up to bring them a meal, contact Erin Ward at meals@ctkcambridge.org.

Grace Prep Summer Program

Grace Preparatory Academy in Needham, MA, has openings for students grades K-8 in their Monday/Wednesday Summer Program. The program begins June 20 and will run through August 17, taking the first two weeks of July off. From 8a-3p on Mondays and Wednesdays, students will engage in Scripture Memory, Devotions and Bible Study, Reading and Math, Science Experiments, Nature Study, Sports, Arts and Theater, and Dance and Movement. Visit Grace Prep's website for more information.

Harvard Square Summer Shelter

The Harvard Square Homeless Shelter and Y2Y Youth Shelter will be running over this upcoming Summer (6/15-8/10), and they need your help to keep them open! If you will be in the Cambridge-Boston area over this Summer, they would love to have you join their team, and they ask you to please sign up using this application for HSHS and this application for Y2Y by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, June 7th. In addition, for information about their volunteer policies, please find out more by reading our volunteer handbooks for HSHS and Y2Y! You can learn more about their program through this recent newsletter. Please reach out to hsss.volunteer@gmail.com or volunteer@y2yharvardsquare.org with any questions.