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

Soccer Nights

Soccer Nights (soccernights.org) is looking for volunteers! Soccer Nights is a free summer evening soccer clinic that seeks to promote athletic skill, leadership development, and citywide unity in neighborhoods throughout Greater Boston. As a collaborative effort organized by multiple churches in Cambridge, this is a great opportunity to love neighbors and to be a blessing to the children in our city.  Last year, they had more than 200 kids, served by 85 volunteers, across 7 churches. The dates for this year are Monday June 24th to Friday June 28th 2024 (5 evenings). Learn more at their website.

Housing Request

Looking for Subletter: Innocent Mpoki, a PhD student at Boston College and friend of CTKer Joseph Melkonian, is looking for a summer subletter between June and August in Lower Allston. The rent for the room is $902 per month plus utilities. The room is a 4 bedroom shared house. There is an in-unit washer, dryer, and shared kitchen and living room. The roommates are all male, 1 professional, and 2 Ph.D. students. The room will be furnished. The house is close to Whole Foods and Trader Joe's and the 86, 70, 66, and 64 buses. It’s also a 10-minute walk to the Harvard School of Engineering and a 5-minute walk to the Harvard Business School. For more details, please message Innocent Mpoki at innocent.mpoki@gmail.com

Prattville

Sophie Linnell and Rosemary Boyle warmly invite the congregation to visit the Prattville Gallery (42 Nichols St, Chelsea MA) to contemplate Gordon College's Matthew Doll Night | Desert | Garden. Art Discussion: Saturday 5pm - 6:30pm  on April 27. We welcome artists and arts patrons (and aspiring arts patrons) to join us for a guided small group discussion with the question "What does it mean to stand in front of a painting?"  The honor of your presence is greatly appreciated.

Brookwoods

Camp Brookwoods and Deer Run are looking for any college or young adult aged men and women to work at camp this summer. Their summer program is a 10-week staff commitment from June 9 - August 18, and they are in need of several more mature Christians to help! If you know anyone who would be a good fit for one of the following positions they can apply at this link. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to their Director of Ministry Services, Robert Dawson (Robert@Christiancamps.net) with any questions. Their staff needs are:

  • 5-7 Male Counselors

  • 1 Female Counselor

  • 1 Camp Store Manager (includes admin work)

  • 1 Climbing Instructor

  • 2 Nannies for staff families

  • 1 Swim Director

  • 1 Facilities Staff

  • 1 Horse Staff

  • 2 Food Service Staff

  • 3 Tripping Staff (1 Male and 2 Females)

Singles Event

The Presbyterian Church of Cape Cod (OPC) is hosting the first NAPARC Singles Retreat in the Boston area. This is the first attempt to promote fellowship among the singles in reformed and presbyterian churches in this region. More information can be found here. Cost is $135 per person. Space is limited, so register ASAP to ensure your spot! Retreat location is Dover, VT. Register here by June 12th. Questions? Contact Schylie La Belle — schyliej@icloud.com or 774.368.8300.

Bike

Being tireless is generally considered a virtue in Cambridge ... unless you're a bicycle. The poor unfortunate ride seen here has been trapped on the bike rack at CTK for ages, and it's high time the deacons free it from its captor. But first, we want to give everyone a chance to claim the frame. If you believe this to be your erstwhile bike, please email the deacons at deacons@ctkcambridge.org by Tuesday, April 30. If there are no claimants by then, we will commute the bike’s sentence to a Cambridge Bicycle where it may find its long-sought redemption.

Q&A

Directly following the service this Sunday, there will be a Q&A regarding the most recent letter from the elders to the congregation. There will be childcare and supervision for all ages provided. A few notes regarding child/youth supervision:

  • Parents, please pick up children in nursery immediately following the service

  • Kids of any age may head to social hall for supervision with volunteers.

  • Parents of Grade K or younger must check-in/out children

  • Kids will be served a snack during the Q&A (bagels, fruit, cheerios & water). So kids should take a seat at a table when they arrive.

  • If parents have any allergy concerns, need to let Dana know in social hall.

  • ALL parents asked to pick up children afterwards (so we can account for everyone)

  • Rest of congregation – bagels on offer to grab during break near the bookshelves (please try to keep clear of the kids tables in the back).

Park Street School Positions

Park Street School has several job openings for 2024-2025. A list of open positions can be found here. The school is located in the heart of Boston’s historic Beacon Hill neighborhood and offers a continuous, integrated, Christian-based learning environment to students from toddler to grade six. Exemplifying a Christian worldview, Park Street School is an equal opportunity employer and is continuously striving to maintain a faculty and staff with varying backgrounds and cultural experiences. Park Street School offers competitive benefits, generous time off, and a meaningful work environment with like-minded colleagues. Please email employment@parkstreetschool.org for complete job descriptions and application instructions. If you are interested in being considered, please complete their Online Employment Application. Be sure to upload a cover letter and resume when prompted.

Route One

Want to help end sex trafficking and support survivors? Come to Route One Ministry’s Annual Fundraiser & Concert on Saturday, April 27 from 5-8 pm at Granite City Church in Quincy, MA. Our biggest fundraiser of the year will feature the region's best musicians, great food, and survivor stories. Learn more about this issue, meet someone new, and be a part of the fight to end trafficking. All funds raised will go to Route One Ministry, a local anti-trafficking effort. Learn more & RSVP: lovedbyrouteone.org/fundraiser.

Meals Ministry

The Meals Ministry prepares and delivers meals to congregants who are going through life transitions such as a new baby, illness or surgery. We are looking for new volunteers who are interested in occasionally providing meals in this way. Reach out to Erin Ward at meals@ctkcambridge.org to find out more information or if you yourself are in need of meals or know someone who could benefit from meals.

Sushi

Sushi Night for Women of CTK!  On Saturday, April 6th at 5pm, come learn how to make classic salmon and tuna sushi as well as shrimp and vegan sushi rolls for anyone who cannot eat raw fish!  We'll also sip on delicious seaweed soup and green tea! And of course we'll have a time of sharing and prayer. $10 per person (at the door, Venmo or cash) -- scholarships available.  Please RSVP by April 4 at 5pm to women@ctkcambridge.org.