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

this-week

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Cultural Engagement Seminar

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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.

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.

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Advent Materials

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.