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Name of Site	First Parish in Malden Malden, MA
Address	2 Elm St Malden, MA 02148
Phone	4152351505
Fax
Website	http://www.fpmalden.org
Site E-mail Address	c3m.oliver@gmail.com
Size of Congregation	103
Supervisor Name	Rev. Otto Concannon
Supervisor Phone	4152351505
Supervisor E-mail	minister@fpmalden.org
Informational Contact Name	Courtney Oliver
Informational Contact Phone
Informational Contact E-mail	c3m.oliver@gmail.com
Focus	Parish
Fulltime/Parttime	Part Time
Compensation	$1260
Other Benefits
Number of Months	10
Start Date/End Date	9/1/2025	6/30/2027
Site Description	First Parish in Malden is a vibrant urban congregation of 103 adult members and about 50 children involved in our Religious Education program. Our congregation is particularly noted for the young average age of congregants (around 30) and the relatively high number of families and LGBTQ+ individuals. Our mission statement states: Worship is what we do when we gather together, take risks for justice, embrace difference, and give back. Our worship services as engaging and often multigenerational. Our religious education program has offered OWL, summer camp, and adult faith formation options during the past year. Our music program includes a small choir and worship band. Our most prominent social justice causes are current transgender advocacy and migrant justice in Massachusetts. There are many areas where we can grow: social justice, pastoral care, and membership, are among a few.
Job Description	First Parish in Malden has not had an intern before - we look forward to learning with you! The intern would be asked to participate in worship 3x/month as well as have opportunities to lead worship/preach frequently. In addition to that, the role would be focused on whatever what important for the interns development, as discussed with the internship supervisor. Opportunities in religious education, music ministry, social justice, administration, and more are all available.
Site Accessibility	Moderately, stairs are not needed for the role
Application Procedure	Please email resume and cover letter to Rev. Otto Concannon at minister@fpmalden.org
Additional Notes	Our congregation is located a 4 minute walk from the Orange Line and has ample parking.
Application Deadline	Rolling
Selection Date	Rolling

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