Old South Church reports a man was found dead on a step on the Dartmouth Street side of the church this morning:

Rev. John Edgerton remained with the body to keep vigil as the ambulance was called, throughout the time the police and medical examiner were present, and until the body was removed.

We learned that his name was Michael and that he was 57 years of age.

Old South Church is working with Ecclesia Ministries - common cathedral on an outdoor memorial service at the site.