Announcements

Important Advent Dates

MON, DEC 6 | 7:30 PM – Blue Christmas

  • Virtual and possibly in-person (TBD)
  • Click here for more information.

FRI, DEC 10 | 7:00 PM – Family Friday Night

  • For all ages, 0–12th grade.
  • Click here to register children (6th grade and under).

SUN, DEC 12 | after all services

  • Second Sunday Meals

SUN, DEC 12 | 7:00 PM – A Festival of Lessons and Carols

  • In-person and livestreamed
  • Click here for more information.

FRI, DEC 24 | 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM & 7:00 PM – Christmas Eve Services

  • In-person and livestreamed
  • Click here for more information.
December All–Church Prayer Schedule
  • FRI, DEC 3, 7:00 PM: Joint City Prayer Meeting in person at Park Street Church
  • SAT, DEC 11, 8:30 AM: led by Park Street Missions via Zoom
  • FRI, DEC 17, 7:30 PM: led by Michael Balboni via Zoom

For more information, click here

Outdoor Communion Service | SUN, DEC 5 | 1:30 pm

In addition to our regular Communion services at 8:30 AM, 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM, we will be holding an outdoor communion service at 1:30 PM at the corner of Mountain Ave and Linden Ave in Malden. *Note: No outdoor communion service on Boston Common will be offered this Sunday.

Financial Update

As we enter December we have our typical need for December giving to be substantially greater than the average month (at least three times as much). The giving trend through November is positive, being about 10 percent greater than last year through November. May the Lord bless each of us to contribute to the ministry of PSC as we are able, remembering that, “Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7

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Global Citizens Christian Formation Seminar | SUN, NOV 21, 28 & DEC 5 | 9:45 am & 5:30 pm

Taught by The Rev. Julian L, Ph.D

How may we cultivate a gospel-driven love for other cultures and peoples when we live in a fractured, polarized yet globalized world? What practical steps can we take today to live as global citizens? Join us to look at the lives of Joseph, Daniel, and Esther to find out how.

This class will have both in-person and virtual options. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.

REGISTER

Update on Afghanistan Refugee Resettlement

Park Street Church’s plan for welcoming Afghan refugees is now underway. Click below to watch a video with updates on recent developments. For more information about Park Street Church’s Refugee Relief Plan for welcoming and helping resettle refugees in the Boston area, visit our Refugee Relief webpage

WATCH VIDEO

Sunday Night Band Music Video Release

The Sunday Night Band has released a new music video of the worship song, “You Are Good.” They hope you can join in worshiping and celebrating God’s goodness during this Thanksgiving Holiday. Click below to watch the video.

WATCH VIDEO

2021 Global Missions Conference Evaluation

This was our first ever hybrid conference and so we would appreciate your feedback in order to evaluate all aspects of the week. Our desire is that this yearly event would help to inform you about Park Street’s outreach here in Boston and around the world; to encourage you in your part in that work; and to inspire the next generation of workers in God’s global mission. We would like to ask you to take a few minutes to give us your feedback about the week, so that we can make next year’s events even more meaningful. We are grateful for any feedback that you are able to give. All feedback is anonymous.

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Community

Welcoming People During Advent

Advent is a time when many new people visit Park Street. We’d love to have your help welcoming them into the church at special events and for Sunday Services. To learn more, please email Randall Wetzig: [email protected]

Blue Christmas | MON, DEC 6 | 7:30 pm

(Venue: Virtual, possibly hybrid – TBD)

A Blue Christmas service acknowledges sadness and stress while offering comfort and hope. Ours is designed to welcome our seeking friends. Please join us for music, a reading of The Ragman, and a time of prayer.

For more information please email Chris May.

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Family Friday Night | FRI, DEC 10 | 7:00–9:00 pm

The next Family Friday Night is for all ages, 0-12th grade. If your children are 6th grade and under, please register through Realm so we know about how many to prepare for. Youth do not need to register.

REGISTER

DivorceCare: Surviving the Holidays | SAT, DEC 11 | 9:45 am

When you are separated or divorced the holidays may look different. Our Surviving the Holidays event can help. This two hour seminar includes a video, sharing time, and a “Survival Guide” filled with tips and encouragement for managing the holidays after separation and divorce.  Please register for this online event by emailing [email protected]

To learn more about this event, visit: www.divorcecare.org/holidays

Second Sunday Meals | SUN, DEC 12 | after all services

Our Second Sunday meal this month coincides with Lessons and Carols, so we will be having somewhat simplified fare, with light breakfast after the 8:30 service, a simple lunch after the 11:00 service, and tea and cookies after the 4:00 service. Food will be served in the Welcome Center, with seating available throughout the church.

If you are available to join the hospitality team in serving, please email Randall Wetzig: [email protected]

A Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols | SUN, DEC 12 | 7:00 pm

Our traditional service includes music sung by the Sanctuary Choir and Congregation, and accompanied by the Park Street Orchestra.

Seating for this worship service will be limited to sanctuary capacity; we recommend arriving 30 minutes early to ensure you find a seat. The service will also be livestreamed.

*Childcare will be available for children ages 0–4 (preregistration required).

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Advent Devotionals

Advent devotionals are now available. Pick up a booklet after one of the services, or visit www.parkstreet.org/advent to view daily entries (a PDF will also be available to download). As we enter the season of Advent, the devotional’s daily Scripture readings and reflections (written by Park Street Church congregants) explore the themes of hopeful waiting for our Lord and renewed repentance. 

Perspectives Course | JAN 18–MAY 10 | Tuesdays, 6:00–9:00 pm

Learn about missions firsthand in this extraordinary course held at Park Street Church.  Perspectives on the World Christian Movement will take you on a 15-week journey, looking in depth at the biblical, historical, cultural, and strategic aspects of God’s global plan to reconcile every nation, tribe, people, and tongue to himself. You will learn from 15 instructors with a breadth of global experience.  First two classes are free! Scholarships are available. 

Questions? Contact Maria Jimenez & Scarlett Ruiz 

REGISTER

Clothing Pantry - Items Needed Urgently

ssOur clothing pantry is in need of several items. Any donations can be placed in the Clothing Pantry Donation box in the back left corner of the Ockenga Lobby of Park Street Church. Thank you for your help!

Newly Purchased

Men’s underwear (larger sizes), women’s underwear, men’s & women’s socks, long underwear, undershirts

Gently Used for Men & Women

Winter coats or jackets, warm sweaters, long-sleeved t-shirts, heavier weight pants, jogging pants, hoodies

Non-Clothing:

Ziplock bags to hold toiletries, lip balms, nail clippers, small hand sanitizers, tissue packages, small toothpaste, toothbrushes, bandages

In-Person Worship Service COVID Guidelines

In-Person Worship Guidelines 


8:30 AM–Masking required for all attendees.
11:00 AM & 4:00 PM–Masking is not required, though attendees are very welcome to wear masks. Masking is strongly advised for all who are unvaccinated during the services and while in the building.
Balcony Seating–Reserved at all three worship services for socially distanced seating and for those wearing masks.
Fellowship Hall– Streaming of the 11:00 AM & 4:00 PM services is provided. Attendees will observe masking, social distancing and no singing.

To see a fuller explanation of our COVID-19 guidelines, please visit our webpage at www.parkstreet.org/updates.

 

Jobs

Director of Facilities Management

Park Street Church is looking for qualified applicants for the Director of Facilities Management. This position is responsible for managing Park Street’s downtown properties, as well as overseeing the stewardship of the Wilson House campus in Cambridge, MA, and the operational infrastructure (mechanical, electrical, security, HVAC, technological, etc.) of these critical assets. The position is also responsible for safety and security of the church’s properties and the church’s technology footprint and its efficient and secure operation.

Please send applications to [email protected].

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Details about these and other opportunities can be found on our jobs page!