Pulpit Supply List
In an effort to make sure our pulpit supply list is as accurate as possible, we are asking anyone interested in being included on the list to fill out an online form. Please fill out the form even if your name is currently listed on the pulpit supply list on our website.
Click here to fill out the online form.
Email Kate Carlisle (statedclerk@presbyteryofboston.org) or John Sweet (jsweet805@gmail.com) with any questions.
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Boundary Training Online Options
Teaching elders, online options are now available for Boundary Training. If you did not participate in Boundary Training on January 20, and you have not given me documentation of completing the requirement elsewhere, you have a few options for meeting this requirement:
1) Participate in an online session of the "Not Your Average Boundaries Training" course with LeaderWise. (Check out the PoB and PSNE folks in the testimonial video!). The next training is offered on May 15 & 16. This is a Zoom training, and full attendance is required. Please note that the times listed on the website are in Central Time.
2) Complete Convergence CoLab's Boundary Training for Clergy Course. This is an asynchronous option, meaning that you can complete the course modules on your own schedule. Use the code BOUNDARY for a significant discount.
3) If there is a similar course that you would like to consider taking instead, please send that information for my review at statedclerk@presbyteryofboston.org. We have several people, especially those serving in UCC congregations, who plan to complete one of the upcoming SNEUCC trainings. Candidates and Inquirers may have an upcoming training offered by their seminary.
The updated deadline is April 15. No later than that date, please send me either:
a) a certificate of completion for the Convergence CoLab Clergy Boundary Training course;
b) proof of registration for a LeaderWise or SNEUCC course in May or June; or
c) a clearly documented plan for meeting this requirement in an alternative, equivalent manner within two months.
This is a requirement for all teaching elders who have not retired, and for retired members of Presbytery who are involved in supply preaching, committee/commission service, or any other active service. This is also a requirement for all inquirers and candidates.
Ruling elders are not required to complete one of these courses at this time, although I plan to send you additional resources this year to support you in your ministry.
Remember that if you have already completed an equivalent Boundary Training course since the start of 2023, you should email a certificate or other proof of completion to me, and you do not need to complete an additional course at this time.
If the cost of meeting this requirement is prohibitive, especially if you do not have access to continuing education funds, please let us know.
Looking ahead in the coming months, we will be following up yet again to share tools to Sessions for equipping your congregations for healthy leadership, and to offer specific resources for additional training in child and youth protection.
Let me know if you have any questions. Thank you for your attention to this important matter, and thank you for your ministry and faithfulness to Jesus Christ and his Church.
Rev. Kate Carlisle
Stated Clerk
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Update! Ryan Kohlmann
We are sorry to share that Ryan Kohlmann, brother of our former Resource Presbyter, Rev. Cindy Kohlmann, died suddenly on March 16, 2024 at age 48. Ryan was a proud father of two sons and was married to Annett, his college sweetheart, for almost 25 years.
His obituary is now available. Click here to read it.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that you kindly consider contributing to the GoFundMe established for the family in memory of Ryan: https://gofund.me/9cbbe20e
“Give rest to your servant, O Lord, with all your saints, where there is neither pain nor sorrow nor sighing, but life everlasting.”
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My Neighbor's Faith
I want to share another community education opportunity that will be lead by Rabbi Or Rose on a wonderful collection of stories of encountering the other and what is learned.
You can go to the following link for more details: https://tinyurl.com/24neighbor
And please share with your networks. We have been using this text for Adult Sunday school at my church and the conversations have been so rich. Or is also a great teacher and this should attract a diverse group of folks from all over.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Peace to you all,
Rev. Tom Reid
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New! Ordination Anniversaries in April:
Meagan Manas 4/14/12
Burns Stanfield 4/21/91
Congratulations and thank you! If your ordination anniversary is not listed when it should be, or is listed incorrectly, please send your information to: office@presbyteryofboston.org
Camp Wilmot Registration for Summer 2024: Come enjoy a summer full of laughter, love, friendship, and connecting with God. Our Youth Camps, which are open to campers ages 8-16, will be from July 7th-13th and July 14th-20th. Join us for swimming, boating, archery, arts and crafts, ropes course, campfires, singing, worship, and so much more! Our theme is By Our Love and we’ll be looking at both the Greatest Commandment as well as Matthew 25’s call to action. This year, we are thrilled to announce the return of our Eco-Adventure Trip, which is open to campers ages 13-16, from July 21st-27th. Campers will learn about local geology, sustainability, leadership, and local communities as we travel to Maine!
We are also hiring! We are looking for prospective camp counselors, nurses, and support staff. To learn more about our summer camps and to register as a camper or apply to a staff position, visit www.campwilmot.org or check out this flyer. Feel free to reach out to the Director Team, Lizzy Elsner and Ben Lowry at campwilmotdirector@gmail.com with any questions!
Route One Ministry: The anti-trafficking non-profit ROUTE ONE MINISTRY is seeking to expand their board. Specifically, Rte. One is looking for committed Christians who are passionate about abuse prevention & victim advocacy, and one of the following skill sets: fundraising, and/or a background in law, and/or a background in social work. Board members do not need to live in MA, as board meetings are conducted over Zoom. If you or anyone you know is interested in serving on Rte. One's board, please contact Executive Director Bonnie Gatchell bonnie@lovedbyrouteone.org. They are also holding their annual fundraiser and concert on Saturday April 27 at Christ the King Presbyterian Church in Cambridge. Please invite your friends and join us for a fun and uplifting evening of: live music, hearing survivor stories, delicious food, and supporting Rte. One’s mission to reach women and witness them stepping out of the clubs into a new way of living. Doors will open at 5 PM. RSVP & more details to come!
Email and Phone Upgrades: Our email system was successfully upgraded and the next change will be the Presbytery's phone number. The new number will be announced in this newsletter once it is ready, and all phone information posted online will be updated as well. If you try to call us this coming week and are unsuccessful during this change, please email office@presbyteryofboston.org.
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Job Openings:
The Presbyterian Church in Burlington, Massachusetts has an immediate opening for an experienced, dynamic accompanist to join the staff of our small but vibrant congregation. We are a multicultural church, and we are working to expand our music program to incorporate a variety of musical styles and genres. The Presbyterian Church has a Rodgers Windsor 840 electronic organ, a William Knabe & Co. baby grand piano, nearly 5 octaves of Shulmerich handbells and a large choral and bell music library. For a complete job description and to apply, please click https://bit.ly/4cfxDHq.
The Presbyterian Church of Barnet, Vermont, is looking for a Stated Supply minister. They are a rural Vermont community with an active congregation, active outreach to the community and an active Sunday School for elementary school age children. They are looking for a candidate who will supply the pulpit with weekly church services, conduct adult bible studies, consult and mentor Sunday School teachers, engage with the congregation and community, visit elder and shut-ins, and actively participate in the life of our congregation. Click here for the full position description.
Stated Supply to the First Presbyterian Church of Haverhill for a period of 12 months on a part-time basis minimum of 7.5 hours per week with possibility of up to18 hours/week dependent upon availability and affordability. They are open to a semi-retired or bi-vocational pastor as well as a yoked or shared ministry relationship with another congregation. Click here for more information.
Dunn’s Corners Community Church Presbyterian of Westerly, RI, is seeking a full-time Pastor. Read about the church and this position by clicking here.
Newton Presbyterian Church seeks a dynamic musician with vision to develop a thriving music ministry. Inquire to: newtonpresbyterian@gmail.com
https://bit.ly/NPC_Organist
The Presbyterian Church of Topsham Vermont is seeking a Pastor. More details and full MIF can be found here. The 200-year-old continuously running, historically restored church is seeking a ¼ time pastor. Contact: Tom Otterman. Phone: 802-439-6252 Email: Ottermansurvey@gmail.com
The Presbytery of Boston has a New Mailing Address:
Presbytery of Boston
PO Box 320559
West Roxbury, MA 02132
Nothing financial should come to this address. For financial matters continue to use:
Presbytery Treasury Services
c/o First Presbyterian Church
270 Franklin Street
Quincy, MA 02169
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