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

Teaching Saturday

For artists, friends of the arts and anyone interested in a vibrant discussion about faith and art: the Boston Fellows Arts Cohort is hosting a Teaching Saturday, March 18 (10am- 3pm, lunch included) at Park Street Church featuring Bruce Herman, painter, Professor of Art (retired), Gordon College. Contact Paula Sachsenmeier (paula@pjsart.com) to be added to email updates for this event.

Boston Fellows Business Cohort

Boston Fellows is hosting a 5-week virtual discussion series for people working in the field of business. The program is open to anyone who is interested in discussing faith-and-work integration, with a particular focus on business. The sessions will feature discussion of (brief) assigned readings, and other resources. Topics include: integrating Sunday to Monday life; personal and systemic sin in the workplace; developing a personal mission statement, and more. Facilitated by Jael Whitney, former IBM business development rep, currently working in MIT's social enterprise initiative Solve. The cohort wil run from Monday, March 27 through April 24th via Zoom. You can find more details or register here.

Sunday School Teacher Needed

Sunday School teacher needed: There is an immediate opening on our Grades K & 1 Sunday School class teaching team for the remainder of the school year (through mid-June). Class meets weekly from 9:15-10:15am, taking some Sundays off around holidays. Teachers share assisting with class and leading lessons using a provided curriculum. If you enjoy working with children and might be interested in joining this team, please contact Dana Russell at dana@ctkcambridge.org.

Communicants' Class

One of the great joys of the body of Christ is when covenant children among us profess faith and become communing members of the church partaking in the Lord’s Supper. At Christ the King, we've typically offered a communicants class to help prepare children who are ready to come to the table. As we consider what form communicant’s will take this year, we’d like to get a sense of which children may be ready to participate. If you think your child has an understanding of his or her sin and is ready to express saving faith in Jesus, please let Dana Russell know by March 6 (dana@ctkcambridge.org).

Deacons MTW

In response to the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria on Feb 6th, Mission to the World (our denomination's global missions organization) has sent field workers and is coordinating with local partner churches to provide relief and support. The deacons are making a donation on behalf of CTK to this recovery effort. We invite you to pray with us for everyone affected and to consider contributing individually to the MTW Compassion Fund.

Deacons' Fund Report

Each year we share an update on the CTK deacons' fund -- how much was collected and how the diaconate used the fund to help people in need. You can see the 2022 update here. We thank God for his provision and for your generosity! If you or someone you know is struggling with material needs, the deacons would love to help and to walk alongside you. Please email deacons@ctkcambridge.org with questions or needs.

Discovering CTK

New to CTK? Discovering CTK is a newcomers class for those interested in learning more about our church and denomination (PCA) and what it means to become a member. The next class will take place on Saturday, June 10th at 10:30a in the church social hall. Lunch will be provided. Registration is now open at ctkcambridge.org/discovering-ctk. Please register by Wednesday, June 7 so we can order the right amount of food.

Zoom Gathering for Parents of Nursery-aged Kids

The Children's Ministry Leadership is hosting a zoom gathering for families with nursery age children.  This is a time to share about our dreams for church life with our families and how the church can care and support nursery families in our ministries.  This event will be on June 11th from 8pm-9:15.  Look for a link in your email this week or email lara@ctkcambridge.org to join.

Marriage Class

Join us on Saturday, February 25th for a Marriage Class held at CTK. This class is open to all — whether you’re engaged and looking to get married at CTK, or already married and looking for a refresher, or you’re single and want to think more deeply about the meaning of marriage . Topics will include the meaning and purpose of marriage, the qualities necessary to have a healthy marriage, the true nature of love and how to effectively express it, communication and conflict resolution, role relationships, expectations and sexuality in marriage. Please register to attend by Wednesday, February 22nd. If you are actively planning to get married at CTK, there are opportunities for pre-marital counseling after taking this class. For more details about pre-marital counseling, visit ctkcambridge.org/weddings.

Community Outreach

Children's outreach opportunity in Central Square: Two of our neighbor churches, Pentecostal Tabernacle and Central Square Church, are putting on a Spring Fling outreach on Saturday, April 22nd from 11-2 at Clement Morgan Park near CTK. They are looking for volunteers to help with art activities, games, grilling food, and a grocery giveaway. You can sign up to help here.

2023 Getaway

There is still some space open at the Winter Getaway, taking place January 27 thru January 29! We also have a “Day Only” option if you’re unable to stay overnight. Visit ctkcambridge.org/getaway for more information and to register. Please note, private rooms are now full, but there is some space in the bunkhouses. Scholarships are available — we don’t want cost to keep anyone from coming!