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Name of Site	Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Montclair, NJ Montclair, NJ
Address	67 Church Street Montclair, NJ 07042
Phone	973-744-6276
Fax
Website	http://www.uumontclair.org
Site E-mail Address	officemgr@uumontclair.org
Size of Congregation	350
Supervisor Name	Rev. Anya Sammler-Michael
Supervisor Phone	703-731-9018
Supervisor E-mail	revanya@uumontclair.org
Informational Contact Name	Rev. Scott Sammler-Michael
Informational Contact Phone	703-593-4039
Informational Contact E-mail	revscott@uumontclair.org
Focus	Parish, with Community Option
Fulltime/Parttime	Either
Compensation	$2,250 (Full Time)
Other Benefits	$1500 in Professional Expenses Guest Preaching Opportunities Nearby If the intern is moving to engage in this Internship a stipend to cover travel can be negotiated.
Number of Months	10
Start Date/End Date	August 25th	June 15th
Site Description	The Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Montclair is a midsize congregation founded in 1897 and dedicated from the start to progressive moral leadership and activism. Read more about our history here: https://www.uumontclair.org/history/. Our Program staff of two Senior Co-Ministers, one Affiliated Community Minister, a Director of Music Ministries, and a Director of Religious Education, work collaboratively and creatively to design and implement dynamic and innovative programs. Our justice programs are core initiatives of the congregation where large portions of our membership engage in direct action and mutual aid. You can discover more here: https://www.uumontclair.org/connect-and-serve. Our congregation has nurtured the ministries of over 25 individuals, some beginning with us as interns, others as staff, and many as members. We currently have two members pursuing seminary education, and two more in discernment. With over 50 years dedicated to Anti-Racist initiatives, preceded by solidarity initiatives, a Black Lives UU group, an Allies for Racial Equity group, certification (and ongoing work) as a Welcoming Congregation, a largely accessible space and practices, and a Council on Ministries who manages our “Policies that Serve a Beloved and Inclusive Congregation” and our “Covenant Restoration Process” we are actively working to de-center whiteness, uproot oppressive systems and promote a culture of accountability. Our Affiliated Community Minister is the Executive Director of UU Faith Action NJ, our Legislative Ministry. The relationship between the congregation and this collaborative justice body is strong and opportunities exist for intensive engagement in legislative ministry. The Town of Montclair, NJ is a short train ride (30 min) outside of New York City. The town is one of the most integrated in New Jersey, with a history of early inclusionary practices. The congregation is deeply embedded in the community, being both a hub for Arts and Justice work, recognized and praised for our commitment. The congregation is within the center of a vibrant business district that feels more urban than suburban. A museum, multiple restaurants, shops, a grocery story, and much more are within a few blocks. Our relationship with the population of individuals who are houseless is direct. We know one another by name and have built both challenging and trusting relationships. Our active MESH (Montclair Emergency Services for Hope) ministry with which we provide meals every Wednesday gives us a further opportunity to extend this necessary engagement. The congregation feels very alive. The energy comes from multiple sources, some that can be named (a vibrant and excellent music program, a growing ministry to families, young adult participation, a profound commitment to justice work, a deep trust between leadership and the ministers, etc.) and some that cannot be named or fully understood. Regardless, the energy is palpable.
Job Description	The intern would work closely with the Internship Team and their Supervisor to prepare their Learning and Serving Agreement. An opportunity to preach monthly would be extended. An opportunity to serve part time with our legislative ministry, UU Faith Action NJ could be considered. The intern could focus on particular areas of interest while being engaged in the full life of the congregation in ways that serve their goals.
Site Accessibility	Our site is largely accessible, but not entirely.
Application Procedure	Please send a Cover Letter, Resume, and Sample Sermon (video is preferred,) to the Informational Contact and the Supervisor by November 1st. The first step will be a conversation with the Supervisor where both can ascertain fit. The second step will be an interview with a select membership of the Internship Team and the Supervisor. A decision will be made between December 1st and December 15th.
Additional Notes	Most of our staff members share office space. This is true even for our Senior Co-Ministers. The intern will likely also be placed in a shared office. Private rooms will be available throughout the building at different times of day for personal reflection and pastoral conversations.
Application Deadline	Nov. 1st
Selection Date	Between Dec. 1st and 15th

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