“Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the very Spirit intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.” Romans 8:26

Let us pray together…

• For our college and graduate students finishing degrees; that God would lead them into good work and rest—joining in the joyful yoke of Jesus.
• For each other here at Park Street Church; that we would remember Christ’s resurrection during this Easter season and look for ways that he leads us into our new life as his followers.
• For Mayor Michelle Wu and the government of Boston; that God would give them wisdom in how to manage this city for the benefit of all.
• For those suffering under addiction of all kinds; that through the call and power of the Holy Spirit God would meet their deepest needs and free them from enslavement.

Send your prayer requests to [email protected]

or
call 617-523-3383

Due to the Cantata taking place at the morning services on MAY 5 (see announcement below), we will be celebrating the Lord’s Supper together this SUN, APR 28 at all three services rather than on MAY 5.

Here are some brief updates from the Board of Elders:  

1. Board Training in March: We had board training with an experienced consultant on March 8-9 that focused on principles of and best practices for governance for church boards. This was a valuable and insightful time for the newly constituted board which included significant sharing on how we can be more faithful and effective in our role. We are already implementing some of the learning that took place during this training.  
2. Update on Vicinage Council: Members will recall from the Moderator’s email of March 15 that this council is an aspect of congregational polity where a local church seeks the guidance and counsel of sister churches. Our Vicinage Council is chaired by the Conference Minister of the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference (“CCCC”) and composed of several other ministers he chose from churches in our vicinity. It is assessing the charges brought against the Senior Minister by our former Associate Minister and our Board’s process in addressing those charges. The Vicinage Council will be meeting with us next week to present their findings. We expect there will be broader communication based on the findings of the Vicinage Council.
3. Update on VOCA Center: Having shared with members two major themes from its report in our video of February 15, we have not shared further details in order to support the work VOCA is doing among our staff. As the Moderator shared with members in his March 15 email, VOCA is working toward a restorative plan with our staff, which has included meetings with any staff member, which many ministers have taken advantage of, including our Senior Minister. Though those meetings are confidential to VOCA and the individual, we have been glad to hear from many who say the conversations are helpful.  

Be on the lookout for more regular communications from us. We also want to remind you that minutes of our meetings are available on the Church Center app. Please reach out to Mike Ahearn if you have any difficulty locating them.  

We are praying for you, and we welcome your ongoing prayers for us as we seek to faithfully serve Jesus and this church.  

College
Sofia Bruce, Saint Anselm College – BS in Nursing
Clayton Hancock, NEC – BM in Violin Performance
Paul Ihim, MIT – BS in Computer Science
Phoebe Linnell, William and Mary – BA in Sociology, minor in History
Emily Christine Mitchell, NEC – BA in Contemporary Musical Arts
David Montenegro, Babson College – BS in Business Administration
Emma Rose Verrengia, Gordon College – BS in Biology
Evan Vogan, Clarkson University – BS in Mechanical Engineering
 

Graduate School
Micheil Banoub, MIT – MBA
Rachel Brake, NEC – MA in Orchestral Conducting
Ana Sydelle Bulger, UCLA – PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemistry
Mary Wolf Bulger, Lesley University – MA in Mental Health Counseling
Briony Chow, Boston University – MA in Piano Performance
Skye Clark, Northeastern University – MBA/MSA
Richard Ibekwe, MIT – ScD in Nuclear Science and Engineering
Daeun Jeong, Harvard University – PhD in Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Tim Johnson, MIT – PhD in Physics
Varija Karampudi, Babson College –  MBA in Analytics, Machine Learning
Yuri Kim, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health – MA
Clement Li, MIT – PhD in Aeronautics and Astronautics
Sagarika Maitra, Boston University – MA in Public Health
Joanna Parada, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary – MA in Christian Ministries
Riris Silalahi, Harvard Graduate School of Education – MA in Human Development
Rohan Soni, Boston University – PhD in Material Science
Jim Williams, Boston University – PhD in History
Nathan Yee, UMass Chan Medical School – MD
Linda Zhong-Johnson, MIT – PhD in Microbiology

SUN, MAY 5 | 8:30 AM & 11:00 AM Services

Go, Go Jonah! written and composed by Kathie Hill is a story of missions, obedience, unconditional love, the truth of Scripture, and the Sovereignty of God. The Children’s Choir (grades 1-6) will be singing and acting this powerful story of Jonah and the many lessons we can learn from God’s word. Please invite friends and neighbors!

Please note there will be no AM nursery or children’s church on MAY 5 due to the Cantata.

Please consider joining our team of ESL volunteers from THU, MAY 16 through THU, AUG 15. Share the gospel and model the love of Jesus by teaching English for a few hours each week! Contact our ESL Coordinator, Karen, at [email protected]. Visit parkstreet.org/esl to learn more. Training is available.

Applications have reopened for both of our Middle East STMs and for the Revere Beach, MA evangelism project. Apply by MAY 15, 2024.  

MIDDLE EAST 1 | ESL for Medical Professionals | AUG 9-19 *new dates 

REVERE BEACH, MA | Reach the Beach Evangelism Project | AUG 12-17  

MIDDLE EAST 2 | Outreach & Sports Ministry | OCT 12-22   

Visit parkstreet.org/missions for trip details and application instructions. Questions? Email [email protected]. 

JUL 15 – 19 | Park Street Church

Join us for Kidsweek 2024 Breaker Rock Beach where God’s truth never changes! Kidsweek is for children entering preschool though entering the 7th grade.

In a world of shifting sands, God’s truth stands rock solid. Kids will be challenged as they discover that God’s truth never changes, everyone needs Jesus, and learn to speak the truth in love. Adventure awaits each day as kids craft, play, snack, sing, hear Bible stories, and learn about missions all while hearing God’s rock solid truth. Registration closes JUN 23. A discount will be available until APR 28. Register here. Questions? Contact Stephanie Verrengia.

Consider donating your unwanted furnishings and household items for missionary furloughs. Email [email protected] for a list of what’s needed.

Park Street Church is posting the following staff positions to be filled:

• Director of Facilities
• Director of Communications
• Facilities Technician
• Administration, Communications, and Finance Coordinator
• Ministries Administrator

See parkstreet.org/jobs for all job descriptions. If interested, please reach out to Mike Ahearn.

Park Street School is seeking to fill the roles of several administrative, leadership, and elementary/preschool teaching positions for the 2024-2025 school year. Park Street School offers competitive salary and benefits, generous time off, and a meaningful work environment with like-minded colleagues.

If you are interested in being considered, please email [email protected] for application instructions.