“What does the Lord require of you, but to do justice, love mercy and walk humbly with God?” (Micah 6:8) The Micah Project, a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts, invites young adults to ask themselves this question during a nine month internship of service, Christian community, and discernment. Since 1999, a group of Micah interns have come together in community, volunteered their services, and reflected upon their life’s work and purpose each academic year. In addition to site placements, the community works with The Episcopal Church at Boston University, and is housed in the chaplaincy rectory.
Working in an urban parish, college or hospital chaplaincy, or peace and justice program, young adults discern God’s call to lay or ordained ministry. With the support and discipline of an intentional Christian community, participants explore their gifts for leadership and refine their understanding of spiritual life.
Applications deadlines are March 15.
Contact:
The Rev. Noah H. Evans, Interim Director
The Micah Project
40 Prescott Street
Brookline, MA 02146
Tel: (781) 396-7215
Email: graceclergy@verizon.net
Web: http://www.micahboston.org/
Age Range: Four years of post high school experience or a college degree
Medical Insurance Coverage: Yes
Type of housing provided: Apartment in a house with private bedrooms and shared kitchen, living room and bath.
Hours per week: 20 hours of volunteer work, 10 hours of discernment, 10 hours of paid work
Transportation provided: Transport passes are provided
Type of work/volunteer placements: Internship in urban parish, college or hospital chaplaincy, or peace and justice placement< or college parish, urban in>
Location: Diocese of Massachusetts (Boston)
Student Loan Deferment: The Micah Project's commitment to parish-based work does not allow us to offer student loan awards
Community Life: Living in Christian Community, four interns share prayer, common meals, and theological reflection. Retreats are spaced throughout the year.
Stipend: Room/$320/ month food and stipend/$250 educational stipend per year.
Ecumenical: Primarily Episcopal; other Christian traditions welcome
Length of Program: Nine months of internship with two weeks vacation
Relocation allowance: None
