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Prof. Christopher Evans writes about potential United Methodist schism in The Conversation

The following is an excerpt from the article “A dramatic schism over social issues? The United Methodist Church has been here before – but this time, America’s religious landscape is far different by Professor of History of Christianity and Methodist Studies Christopher Evans ('85), published on April 8 by The Conversation US. Any views and opinions expressed herein are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Boston University School of Theology, its employees, faculty, or students.


The United Methodist Church’s General Conference will meet in Charlotte, North Carolina from April 23 to May 4, 2024. Originally scheduled for 2020 and delayed three times due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting of the church’s legislative body comes at a critical time for the United States’ second-largest Protestant denomination.

In 2022, conservative Methodists announced a break with the UMC, forming the Global Methodist Church. These leaders believed that the UMC had become too liberal, drifting away from orthodoxy. The issue at the heart of the split, however, revolves around the UMC’s long-standing battle over LGBTQ+ rights.

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Director of Applied Research, Full-Time: Dorchester, MA

Director of Applied Research

Emmanuel Gospel Center
44 Moultrie St. Dorchester, MA 02124
egc.org

The Emmanuel Gospel Center (EGC) is dedicated to empowering the Church towards Shalom in Greater Boston. We employ a multifaceted approach, encompassing applied research, systems practice, ministry development, and storytelling, to illuminate the work of God in our region. Our ultimate goal is to translate these narratives into actionable strategies for the Church to address pressing community issues.
EGC, as a research hub, emphasizes practical and sustainable community-based approaches. Our projects cultivate connections among committed Christians, exploring local intricacies and leveraging data-driven insights to address critical challenges in Boston. With decades of experience studying Greater Boston's demographics, we provide valuable local data for impactful collective action.

We are looking for a Director of Applied Research who thrives on forging strategic partnerships, managing complex projects, and cultivating a skilled team. If you are an entrepreneurial leader with a proven track record of dynamic research leadership and want to empower Boston's communities and churches toward impactful change in the city, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us at EGC.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Director of Applied Research will report to the Executive Director. Their duties include:

Strategic Planning & Innovation

Develop and implement a strategic plan for EGC's research department, including risk and mitigation planning, and oversee the expansion of the researcher-in-residence program to focus on critical, underexplored community issues.

Community Engagement & Partnership Development

Engaging with key city stakeholders to ensure that local perspectives and needs inform research efforts, representing EGC at relevant events, and developing partnerships with city and institutional partners.

Data Analysis & Technological Advancement

Explore and integrate emerging technologies and research methodologies to keep EGC at the forefront of applied research practices, data analysis, visualization, and AI capabilities, establishing rigorous quality control processes.

Team Empowerment & Collaboration

Build and empower a diverse research team skilled at tackling complex community challenges, provide team professional development opportunities, and foster a culture of research innovation that converts insights into strategies for change.

Financial Management

Develop and manage the research department's budget: Explore funding streams, maintain strategic financial partnerships, allocate research resources effectively, and work with the development and communications team for grant writing.

Communication & Reporting

Collaborate with the development and communications team to disseminate knowledge and research insights to stakeholders.

Impact Assessment & Alignment

Implement processes that evaluate and adjust research initiatives to align with EGC's mission, impact on the community, and ethical standards in research practices.

SKILLS, QUALITIES & EXPERIENCE

Education & Experience

● Has earned a graduate degree or equivalent experience
● Has 5-7 years of leadership experience in research and related roles.

Leadership, Innovation & Strategic Thinking

● Innovative Thinker: Shows a track record of galvanizing and empowering teams in an innovation space to put ideas into action in an environment of piloting, learning from failure, and pivoting with a strength-based team approach.
● Strategic: Can strategically guide research initiatives with big-picture insight.
● Entrepreneurial Leadership: Can envision and initiate collaborations in the city, enter community conversations, and explore ways applied research might serve Christian leaders' and ministries' efforts.

Community Engagement & Cross-Cultural Competence

● Collaborative: Possesses strong collaboration skills essential for engaging effectively with diverse partners and stakeholders in the Boston community.
● Group Competence: Able to facilitate group research processes with the community, gathering meaningful insights through community learning events in ways that nurture relationships and honor diversity.
● Adaptable: Pivots easily in evolving landscapes, empowering others amid change.
● Cross-Cultural Competence: Exhibits strong cross-cultural skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse staff, partners, and constituents.
● Public Communication Skill: Shows an ability to build understanding and connection through effective and inclusive live and written communication, and able to implement stakeholder communication plans.

Partnership Development & Financial Acumen

● Partnership Development: Has a history of forging and nurturing partnerships with various stakeholders, including academic institutions and ministries.
● Fundraising: Has experience securing funding for research activities, including grants and strategic partnerships, and is familiar with fundraising strategies.

Research & Data Expertise

● Research Leadership: Has a proven track record of leadership in research, including successful project design and roadmapping, team galvanizing and managing, and completion and evaluation of research deliverables.
● Data Analysis: Strong expertise in data analysis, statistical analysis, evaluation, qualitative research design, or community-based participatory research, using data-driven insights to inform decision-making.
● AI and Technology: Familiarity with data analysis tools, visualization techniques, and emerging technologies in the field, staying at the forefront of research methodologies and technology trends.

CRITICAL QUALITIES

● Mature Christian faith as defined by being an active member of a local church, agreement with the Apostles Creed, and displaying the life of a Christian leader as described in 1 Timothy 3:1-10
● Passion for EGC’s principles and deep commitment to EGC's mission of empowering the Church and addressing community needs.
● Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality, ability, and age sensitivity and adaptability

COMPENSATION

We offer a salary range of $77,000 - $87,000 annually for this full-time position, including medical and dental coverage, a 4% retirement contribution after one year, four weeks of vacation annually, and a sabbatical policy rewarding long-term commitment.

This position offers hybrid work arrangements with required in-office meetings, requiring candidates to be local.

TO APPLY

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to Stacie Mickelson at smickelson@egc.org.

Additional Information: https://www.egc.org

Settled Pastor, Full-Time, Congregational: Green Bay, WI

PILGRIM CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF GREEN BAY
991 Pilgrim Way
Green Bay, Wisconsin 54304
920.499.4515

26 March 2024

Brothers and Sisters in Christ:

Pilgrim Congregational Church, a member of the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches, is seeking its ninth Settled Pastor. We have been fortunate to secure the services of an Interim Minister for the next eighteen months, so we are able to take the time to evaluate candidates properly.

Our national office suggested that we contact you, as you maintain a list of positions available to your students. As the chair of our Pastoral Search Committee, I ask that you might add ours. To that end, I am including our short position description and a “commercial” for Green Bay itself.

A full description of the church, its expectations, and contact information may be found at the NACCC website: https://www.naccc.org/resources/pastoral-search
Interested persons may also contact me directly.

Thank you for your consideration.

Blessings,

Louanne Crowder

(Ms.) Louanne Crowder, Chair
Pilgrim Congregational Pastoral Search Committee
Lmcrowd3r@gmail.com
920.737.9654

Pilgrim Congregational Church of Green Bay Senior Minister Position Description - 2024

This is the position description from our current Constitution (adopted at our 2023 Annual Meeting in February 2024). Please note that we have voted, as a congregation at our Annual Meeting in 2022 and re-affirmed at each subsequent Annual Meeting, to have just one Board, which undertakes responsibilities for each of the individual Boards detailed in the Constitution.
The Senior Minister shall have been ordained to the ministry and upon installation shall become a member of the church. The Senior Minister shall have responsibility for the spiritual welfare of the church and its members in accordance with the teaching of the Christian Gospel and policy guidance of the Board of Deacons and Deaconesses (Diaconate). S/he shall seek out and enlist followers of Christ, preach the Gospel, administer the Sacraments, and have under his/her care all services of worship. S/he shall meet privately and/or hold meetings with prospective members, assisted by members of the Board of Deacons and Deaconesses (Diaconate), regarding the basic truths of Congregationalism, the principles and government of this church, and individual responsibilities to the church, including faith, service, and financial support. S/he shall have general concern for all the activities of the church, and be a non-voting ex officio member of all Boards and Committees, except the Nominating Committee, in a pastoral and advisory capacity. S/he shall be advised of all regular and special meetings of Boards, other church bodies, and the membership. The Senior Minister may cooperate with the Nominating committee as to names and qualifications of candidates. The Senior Minister shall be empowered to handle those administrative details not expressly delegated to some other person or Board or Committee.
To expand upon this, we believe that the Senior Minister is responsible for the spiritual welfare and spiritual growth of the congregation. S/he must have a heart for God and must set forth a clear faith vision that will guide him/her as a leader. The Senior minister should set the example of a true Christ follower and raise up others to discover their own spiritual gifts so that they may more fully walk with Christ. The Senior Minister is responsible for administering sacraments (communion, baptism), officiating weddings and funerals; attending and participating in all committee meetings; holding membership classes in conjunction with the established team of volunteers and offering suggestions to guide stewardship and nominating committees in their annual responsibilities. The Senior Minister must be strong on teaching the Bible, both in inspiring sermons and in small group studies, and in teaching the Congregational Way. S/he should be involved in the state and national Congregational associations, as well as have a desire to be involved ecumenically within the community. S/he should be able to recruit younger members and families and help build a strong youth ministry/Sunday School.
This position is for an individual ordained, seeking/eligible to be ordained, through the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches and/or the Wisconsin Congregational Association.
The individual should be eager to interact with church members. Pastoral care, counseling services, conflict resolution, and electronic/media expertise must be part of the Senior Minister's skill set. Experience and/or training in these areas will be most helpful.
Pilgrim Congregational Church of Green Bay, WI, is seeking a full-time minister. While noted worldwide for the Green Bay Packers, the area has many other features that caused US NEWS AND WORLD REPORTS to name it the best place to live in the US. (https://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/story/news/local/2023/05/16/green-bay-ranked-best-place-to-live-in-u-s-news-rankings/70222381007/) https://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/story/money/2023/12/26/green-bays-2023-in-review-best-place-to-live-will-host-nfl-draft/71730086007/
In Green Bay, the beauty of nature meets the warmth of community. Nestled in the heart of the Midwest is a city like no other offering a lifestyle that's as vibrant as it is peaceful. With four distinct seasons, there's always something new to explore and experience. From our charming downtown areas, eclectic shops, farmer’s markets, and delicious dining options to our lively arts and cultural scene, and our exceptional outdoor activities, there's never a shortage of things to experience: hiking, fishing, boating, biking, kayaking, swimming, camping, golfing, and so much more. Our park system is exceptional, as is our Brown County Library, named 2023 Wisconsin Library of the Year.
You are minutes away from the Fox River, the Bay of Green Bay, and Lake Michigan. The University of Wisconsin – Green Bay, Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, and St. Norbert College offer many cultural activities, as do the Neville Public Museum and the just-opened state-of-the-art Mulva Cultural Center.
Let's not forget about our beloved Packers. In Green Bay, football isn't just a sport – it's a way of life. (Yes, we wait for the Packers home games to be announced before scheduling our fall activities.) Join the sea of green and gold as we come together to cheer on our team, creating memories that last a lifetime. But what truly sets Green Bay apart is its sense of community. Here, neighbors become friends, and strangers are greeted with a smile. It's a place where everyone is welcome, and where you'll always feel like you belong.
Come discover the magic of Green Bay, a place where the beauty of nature, the thrill of the game, and the warmth of community come together in perfect harmony. Start your next adventure in Green Bay – where life is simply better.

Lead Pastor, Part-Time, UMC: Whitesboro, NY

Reconciling Congregation (in the Upper New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church ) seeking a ½ time collaborative visionary Lead Pastor. Fulfill general pastoral responsibilites as sole lead pastor (Spirit led and spiritually grounded follower of Jesus. Worship Leader/preacher; ministry development; collaborative leader and communicator who will partner with single-board model led congregation as it lives out its’ vision; pastoral care and administration;
Trinity Church of the Mohawk Valley is located in the Utica-suburb of Whitesboro.
Interested persons are to be a spirit-led and spiritually grounded follower of Jesus who welcomes all. They must be a collaborative leader and good communicator who will partner with the congregation as it worships the Living God in Jesus Christ, lives out its’ vision, clarifies its’ Disciple-Making process, develops its’ servant leadership, and engages its’ community as it reaches out to the number of families in a 10 mile radius of the church. This is a ½ time position. 21 – 25 hours a week
Salary negotiable with minimum pay range $18, 987 to $21, 209.
Salary commensurate with credentialing and experience and determined at time of committment.

Stated Supply, Full-Time, PCUSA: Barnet, VT

Presbyterian Church of Barnet, Vermont
Searching for a Stated Supply, 3/14/2024

For more information, please contact one of our Elders:
Les Morrison 1-802- 535-5005 Les@MorrisonFeeds.com
or Deb Locke 1-802-633-4039 DebrahLocke@gmail.com

We are a vibrant, community-based Presbyterian Church in search of a full-time
Stated Supply with the ultimate outcome being a long-term installed minister.
We will review this annual Covenant-Contract every six months. During this period
the Pastor and the congregation will, in covenant with one another and with the
help of God, seek to:
• Provide for worship experiences and the practice of ministry with the Church
and the community.
• Engage in self-study and goal-setting by reviewing the past and planning for
the future in such a way as to strengthen and enhance the mission and unity of the Church.
• Help us prepare for a settled resident pastor.

In Barnet we are looking for a minister/leader who will:
• Lead us in Sunday worship (and occasional special worship services) and
administer sacraments for members and the community at wide.
• Encourage our growth in faith and church leadership.
• Want to become part of our community and spearhead our outreach to neighbors.
• Support our Sunday School Teachers who lead and teach our active children and teens; and who will lead our current adult Bible study.

And:
• Someone who will like visiting our elderly, sick, and shut-ins, by themselves
or with a church member.
• Someone who will share our joys, concerns, and sense of humor.

Compensation: The Session agrees to provide the following compensation to our Stated Supply (following Presbytery of Northern New England, PNNE, guidelines.)
• Base Salary: $33,000 per year on a full-time basis;
• Social Security Offset of 7.65%.
• Housing Allowance: We have a Manse, for full or part-time use. The Manse
is within easy walking distance of our main church building. Value of the manse plus utilities (in 2023) was $20,016.
• Study Allowance: $1,000/year, reimbursed.
• Mileage(at IRS rate)and professional expenses: vouchered and reimbursed, t0 $1,500.
• Board of Pensions: based upon the requirements of the Presbytery, $24,732.
• Other: Medical deductible or contribution to a Flexible Spending Account in the amount of $660.
Study leave: The Session expects the Pastor to attend seminars, workshops, and courses up to two weeks per year.
Paid vacation leave: The Session encourages the Pastor to take vacation, one week including Sunday, for each three months of service.

Barnet Vermont is a small town (township) with a population of about 1,700. We are located in the ‘Northeast Kingdom of Vermont.’
Our Church was founded by Scottish settlers in 1790 (a year before Vermont became the 14th State.) In 1993, the two Presbyterian churches in Barnet merged.
We usually have about 50 people taking Communion each month; average attendance at worship is 5-10 more than this. We worship in the church building in
West Barnet from September through May, and in the Barnet Center building during
the summer. The Manse is located in West Barnet, an easy walk to the church. We have a Retreat Center that we rent out from May through November.
The Presbyterian Church of Barnet owns five buildings; the Center Church and
Green Mountain Retreat, the West Barnet Church and Church Store, and the pastoral
Manse. The closest Presbyterian Church is about eight miles away, with a number of
other small membership churches of various denominations, and two Buddhist Meditation centers.

Programs
The Presbyterian Church of Barnet strives to educate through Bible study, adult and
youth Sunday school, and vacation bible school taught by teachers and leaders who
volunteer their time and skills. In addition to worship and communion services, our
monthly healing and wholeness services continue to draw congregants for healing
prayers. Of special importance in worship is the sharing by congregants of joys and
concerns. Coffee Hour after worship services provides time for congregants to share their lives with each other and build a feeling of family.

We participate in local supportive ministries such as the Senior Meal Site and church thrift store, community food bank, Facebook Live for shut-ins and those unable to
attend in person, and a variety of charities for families in need. We support worldwide missions such as the Heifer Project, One Great Hour of Sharing, and others as offered by the PCUSA.

We also are involved in activities that build community bonds, such our Annual Church Auction, 4th of July BBQ, and other community dinners. Our buildings provide meeting space for a variety of community functions.
Our local school offers paid tuition for high school students, with 90% using the St
Johnsbury Academy, a private boarding and day school. The recent median family income in Barnet was $65,000, slightly higher than the county average.
Mission Statement, Presbyterian Church of Barnet
The Presbyterian Church of Barnet is committed to the preaching of the Word,
providing Christian fellowship and education, and encouraging an intimate relationship through prayer, welcoming everyone to participate in its life and ministry.

Conclusion
The Presbyterian Church of Barnet is a strong, healthy, growing congregation. We
are educating our youth in Christian values and nurturing the faith of all of our congregants. We welcome all that approach our doors. We are a vital piece in the
community makeup, and a tie that binds us as Christians.

Goals
1. We will continue to support a full-time pastor.
2. We will continue to grow worship attendance.
3. We will improve our visibility to our community.
4. We will maximize the use of our buildings in service to the community.
5. We will explore ways to increase our community and world-wide mission outreach

Additional Information: See us on Facebook.

Director of Chaplaincy & Programs, Part-Time: Waltham, MA

CHAPLAINS ON THE WAY
DIRECTOR OF CHAPLAINCY & PROGRAMS

Roles & Responsibilities

Reports directly to COTW’s Executive Director.
Builds and sustains trusting relationships with the unhoused community of Waltham.
Offers spiritual care, guidance and resources while respecting community members’ unique challenges and life experiences.
Oversees and coordinates all aspects of the breakfast and interfaith worship programs including but not limited to volunteer and contract chaplain scheduling.
Provides supports to the Waltham Community Leadership Group.
Participates/plans in community member memorial services and grief groups.
Mentors Divinity School intern chaplains.
Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Divinity, Religious Studies, Ministry, Theology or related field.
Demonstrated organizational skills.

Experience with any of the following helpful but not required

Interfaith/Movement chaplaincy experience.
Experience working with people living in poverty, homelessness, incarceration/re-entry, mental health and substance use disorders.
Community organizing experience.


If you are motivated to make a difference, we invite you to apply for this exciting position in a supportive team environment! You may also apply directly to: info@chaplainsontheway.org

This is a part time, salaried position paying $35,000-36,500 annually for approximately 26 hours per week. This is an in person position from 7-11 daily. We offer paid time off and retirement benefits.

We are hoping to fill this position by the end of April, 2024 but we are flexible. Thank you for your interest and we encourage you to apply!

Assistant Director of Religious & Spiritual Life, Full-Time: Norton, MA

Position Title: Assistant Director of Religious & Spiritual Life
FLSA: Exempt
Job Type: Full-Time
Staff Term: 10 Months
Staff Work Schedule (hours/dates): Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Position Type: Staff
Department: Center for Religious & Spiritual Life

The Assistant Director of Religious & Spiritual Life will provide a transformative liberal arts education for intellectually curious students in a collaborative, academically vibrant residential community that values a diverse world. The Assistant Director is responsible for developing and facilitating interfaith initiatives for the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life.

Essential Functions
Collaborate with and advise (both formally and informally) religiously affiliated student groups including, but not limited to Wheaton Hillel, Inter Varsity Christian Fellowship, the Muslim Students Association, Interfaith House, the South Asian Students Initiative, and Newman Catholic Student Association student groups to implement and promote celebrations for religious holidays including, but not limited to Eid, Diwali, Dia de los Muertos, Hanukkah, Passover, Easter, and Holi
Respond to campus and community bias events with compassionate educational dialogue and/or awareness programs as needed; plan, market, and execute community vigils/memorials/pastoral events as needed in response to local, national, or international events; Plan vigils and other crisis response for the community following campus, national and/or global tragedies to help participants to mourn and process them, including one to mark the anniversary of 9/11and Holocaust Day of Remembrance

Plan, execute, market, and assess programs that foster religious literacy and facilitate interfaith dialogue. Coordinate, develop, facilitate, and assess programs that center on religious and spiritual wellness. Provide program support for major campus programs in conjunction with the Student Activities staff and spiritual wellness initiatives with Residence Life
Supervise the Interfaith Engagement Intern and the broader work of the Interfaith Council and Interfaith House to establish and convene an interfaith council of student leaders from different faith and spiritual traditions. With the help of the Interfaith Engagement Coordinator, students in the council should collaborate to identify disparities in interfaith education on campus and plan events to address the same. This may include holding campus-wide discussions, inviting guest speakers, and organizing informal mixers between and beyond different faith groups on campus; and assess programs; Collaborate with the interfaith student intern to develop and implement 1-2 anti-bias and/or “icons” workshops per semester. The workshops should promote interfaith literacy, interfaith dialogue, the exploration of campus members’ own spirituality and values, and challenge religion-based discrimination; and assess programs; notify the campus each semester about the Interfaith Calendar, and working with other college operations (ie. Dining and Housing) to ensure religious accommodations are met when possible

Collaborate with campus constituents including but not limited to Counseling and Health, Athletics and Recreation, Academic Advising, Global Education, Student Activities, the Center for Social Justice and Community Impact, etc. pursuant to the goals of religious and spiritual wellness

Represent RSL on various committees; such as DEAL Education & Programming, the Hybrid and Remote Learning Resources Team, the Wellness Committee, etc; partnership with local religious institutions and leadership

Other Duties – Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for the role.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree | Religious Studies/Religion/Ministry preferred
Level of Experience: 1 – 3 years
Demonstrable knowledge of the major world religions, Abrahamic and non-Abrahamic, and familiarity with contemporary approaches to spiritual life is required
Demonstrated experience engaging with diverse religious communities is required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills is required
Strong problem-solving skills are required

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree | Religious Studies/Religion/Ministry
Have high social and emotional intelligence
Have the ability to meet deadlines and self-motivate, as well as the willingness to take initiative
Having a sense of humor and flexibility would be helpful

Compensation and Benefits
To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program.

When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.

The salary for this position will be commensurate with the qualifications, education and experience.
Physical Demands
Office environment/no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands

Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the College actively encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Wheaton’s core belief is that valuing diversity is pivotal to personal development, intellectual expansion, and societal equity. Our community is united by a shared dedication to equity and access that is essential to providing a transformative education in the Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Additional Information: https://jobs.wheatoncollege.edu/postings/4209

Music Director, Part-Time, UCC: Boston, MA

Old South Church in Boston is seeking a part-time Music Director to join our collaborative and creative team of ministry leaders for our Thursday evening 6pm worship service. The candidate will hire and oversee a small team of musicians to provide music for weekly services. The Thursday evening Music Director will be a creative contemporary musician who is passionate about co-creating communal experiences of worship.

Job Type: part-time (10-15 hours/week); in-person on Thursday evenings
Salary: $22,000-25,000 based on experience and skill
Benefits: 50% of an MBTA Pass

Email ashley@oldsouth.org for more information and for application materials.

Fellowship, Part-Time, UCC: Boston, MA

Old South Church in Boston is seeking applicants for the Nancy S. Taylor Leadership Fellowship! The Taylor Fellowship is designed to nurture the professional growth and development of candidates preparing for ordination by offering meaningful mentorship for ministerial leadership in a historic urban church while utilizing the gifts and experiences of the Fellow to support and expand the ministry and programs of a vibrant progressive congregation at the heart of a great city. Applications are preferred from those in their third (or final) year of theological education or recent graduates. Candidates should have completed a year of supervised contextual education while in seminary.

Old South Church will work with each Fellow to design a program of experience for 10-12 hours per week that will serve the church’s ministry and the Fellow’s goals. The fellowship will require some in-person work and some remote work. The term will be from September through May.

Stipend: $11,000

For more information and to apply please contact Rev. Ashley Popperson at ashley@oldsouth.org.