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Name of Site	Diverse and Revolutionary Unitarian Universalist Multicultural Ministries (DRUUMM) Note: this is a Winter Garden, FL
Address	3065 Daniels Road #1328 Winter Garden, FL 34787
Phone	+1 617-221-8589
Fax
Website	http://www.druumm.org
Site E-mail Address	info@druumm.org
Size of Congregation	800
Supervisor Name	Rev. Joseph Santos-Lyons & Rev. Carol Thomas Cisse
Supervisor Phone	503.512.0490
Supervisor E-mail	jsantoslyons@uuma.org & revctcuu@gmail.com
Informational Contact Name	Jolanda Walter
Informational Contact Phone	617-221-8589
Informational Contact E-mail	jolanda@druumm.org
Focus	Community Ministry, Pastoral Care
Fulltime/Parttime	Part Time
Compensation	$1750/month
Other Benefits	$100/month home office stipend
Number of Months	12
Start Date/End Date	September 1, 2024	August 30, 2025
Site Description	DRUUMM is the oldest and largest Unitarian Universalist People of Color ministry and anti-racist community organization based in North America. We are an integrated auxiliary organization affiliated with the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) and operate as a 501(c)3. We are supported by DRUUMM Members (individuals who self-identify as People of Color) who affirm our Unitarian Universalist mission and values. People who self-identify as White are encouraged to belong and organize with UU Allies for Racial Equity, our close partner. DRUUMM, has a growing membership of UU People of Color from every district and region in the UUA. Led by a dedicated team of volunteers and several part-time staff members, DRUUMM continues to lead efforts to fulfill the Journey Towards Wholeness Resolution. Our work is focused on creating a diverse, ARAO (anti-racist, anti-oppressive), multicultural UUA. We strive to create and maintain spaces for BiPOC youth, young adults, and our families of color. We organize to heal, work collectively, and steward an effective organization that engages and empowers new leadership and members. For more information, visit druumm.org.
Job Description	The DRUUMM Learning Fellow and Ministerial Internship program is an innovative learning program, held within a unique culturally specific ministry. It is a one year Fellowship/Intern program with the option of a second year (upon mutual agreement). Our program includes opportunities for theological reflection and creativity. It is geared towards, but not limited to, seminarians, students and religious professionals. Individuals who are candidates for UUA Ministerial Fellowship may apply to have this time serve as their MFC-required internship. If this is the case, please be explicit in your cover letter. Additionally, please describe (1) How your call to UU ministry aligns with the mission and ministries of DRUUMM and (2) Why you want to serve your internship with a distinctly BiPOC Unitarian Universalist community. Lastly, please indicate in your cover letter which portfolio(s) you are most interested in taking on and let us know why. Portfolios will be assigned annually in consultation with Supervising Ministers. Each Fellow/Intern will gain basic competency in worship, pastoral care, community organizing, and anti-racism/anti-oppression during their fellowship. All fellows will attend the following: Weekly all-staff meeting Monthly supervision meeting Monthly Steering Committee meeting Monthly Chaplain Team meetings On going theological reflection. All fellows will be invited to participate in DRUUMM programs and worship services (as schedules and interests permit. Fellows/Interns are required to lead a minimum of four worship or other public services per year in coordination with a worship team. These may include our annual Public Worship, Elder Spiritual Odyssey, Spring & Fall Caucus, DRUUMM Village at GA and Vigil programs that are or have worship services. Fellows/Interns will also be expected to teach various subjects and participate in a collaborative learning environment with our members and BIPOC friends. In 2024-2025, we are seeking at at least two fellows. The specific portfolios assigned to each individual will be based on skills, gifts, interests, and DRUUMM’s needs. The portfolios include: 1. Pastoral Care. Pastoral Care is central to the DRUUMM community. This Learning Fellow/Intern will support our pastoral care team and program for our members. They will be the first responder to pastoral requests, monitor and make referrals from our community, and provide administrative and communication support with our chaplain team. They will coordinate pastoral care support to our major events, monitor our communication channels, and support in our pastoral care communications. Skills necessary include the following: serious interest in pastoral care theory and practice, project management, distance education and excellent written and verbal communication skills. 2. Community Ministry. In this portfolio the Learning Fellow/Intern will have primary responsibility for nurturing and developing community relationships for faith formation and growth. Creating and tracking activities for our DRUUMM Members and BIPOC Friends, including coordinating support for our cultural caucuses, leadership development and religious education programs for youth and adults. They will provide direct support and resources to group leaders and work with our Outreach Coordinator on the Steering Committee to help connect people to our community. This learning fellow should have an interest and experience in facilitation, digital community building, program development.
Site Accessibility	We work 100% remotely. We anticipate at least one
Application Procedure	Please send a cover letter, resume, 3 references (with contact information), a sample sermon or original worship material (sermon video preferred). In your cover letter tell us which portfolio(s) you are most interested in and why. Send all information requested to: Jolanda Walter, Administrator at info@druumm.org. Please put "DRUUMM Fellow/Intern" in the subject line of your email. Applications received by April 12, 2024 will be given priority.
Additional Notes	Skills and Qualifications: -Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative, compassionate environment. -Ability to maintain clear and consistent boundaries. -Excellent time management skills. -Technical proficiency with online communication. We use Planning Center Online (PCO) and Slack, as well as various other programs for communication and community. We produce worship in Wirecast. -A passion for Unitarian Universalism and a dedication to a liberatory UU practice that seeks to dismantle kyriarchy and build a world of radical equality. -A commitment to the ethical obligations of a community of UU religious professionals (UUMA, LREDA, UUSCM, for examples).
Application Deadline	April 12, 2024 or until f
Selection Date	May 1, 2024 or until fill

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