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TESTIFY!: EGC’s Ministry Celebration & Annual Fundraiser

Emmanuel Gospel Center (EGC) invites you to an evening of community connection, storytelling, and celebration! EGC’s Ministry Celebration and Annual Fundraiser is Saturday, May 2, at 5:30 pm at The Tirrell Room in Quincy, MA (254 Quarry St. Quincy, MA 02169). Join us to connect with friends old and new, see premieres of original content from some of Boston’s most talented creatives, enjoy delicious food, and be encouraged by powerful stories of kingdom impact! 

Our theme is TESTIFY! based on Psalm 66:16: “Come and hear, all you who fear God, and I will tell what he has done for me.” This is a free event, and there will be an opportunity to support the work of EGC. Learn more and RSVP at egc.org/fundraiser! 

p.s. Interested in serving as a Sponsor? Check out the Sponsor Information Packet and complete the Sponsor Commitment Form here. 

Radiance: EGC’s Ministry Celebration & Annual Fundraiser

You are invited to an evening of community connection, storytelling, and celebration! EGC’s Ministry Celebration and Annual Fundraiser is Saturday, May 17, at 5 pm at Hibernian Hall in Roxbury (184 Dudley St., Roxbury, MA 02119). Join us to connect with friends old and new, hear original content from some of Boston’s most talented local musicians, enjoy amazing food, and experience the ministry impact of EGC and our partners!

The theme for this year’s event is Radiance based on Psalm 36:9: “For with you is the fountain of life; in your light we see light.” This will be a celebration highlighting some of the ways we’ve seen God’s radiance illuminate our city.

This is a free event, and there will be an opportunity to support the work of EGC. Register today!

EGC Admin Manager job opening

Job Opening: Emmanuel Gospel Center Admin Manager 

The Emmanuel Gospel Center (EGC) is dedicated to empowering the Church toward 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. 

We are seeking an Admin Manager who thrives in a collaborative environment and has a passion for organization and efficiency. The ideal candidate loves bringing order to complexity, enjoys checklists, and keeps priorities clear and projects on track. This role requires a proactive, tenacious individual who anticipates needs, addresses them with minimal direction, and serves as a reliable thought partner for the Executive Director. This role is for you if you are detail-oriented, adaptable, and resourceful. 

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

Administrative Support 

●  Manage the Executive Director’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, confirming appointments, writing itineraries, and coordinating logistics. 

●  Provide administrative assistance such as writing and editing emails, drafting memos, and preparing communications on the Executive Director’s behalf. 

●  Organize meetings, including scheduling, sending reminders, and arranging catering when necessary. 

●  Process invoices, vouchers, and reimbursement requests. 

●  Maintain comprehensive and accurate records. 

Operational Support 

●  Maintain employee records, ensuring documentation compliance, and perform data processing tasks, including data entry, analysis, and report generation. 

●  Contribute to maintaining and enhancing the organizational culture by supporting team-building activities and internal communications. 

Strategic Support 

●  Assist in strategic planning activities by coordinating meetings, preparing relevant documents, and following up on action items. 

●  Support financial management tasks, including budget tracking and report preparation. 

●  Help prepare presentations and materials for fundraising activities. 

●  Draft project plans and timelines to support organizational goals and ensure timely completion of initiatives. 

 

SKILLS, QUALITIES & EXPERIENCE 

Education & Experience 

●  Proven experience in an administrative or executive support role. 

●  Experience in a nonprofit environment is preferred. 

Administrative Skills 

●  Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. 

●  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and a willingness to learn new tools with AI tools like Otter, Gamma, Miro, and Chat GPT. 

●  Ability to manage complex calendars and prioritize tasks effectively. 

Interpersonal Skills 

●  Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. 

●  Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams. 

●  High level of discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive information. 

Strategic Thinking 

●  Ability to support and assist in the implementation of strategic initiatives. 

●  Experience in drafting project roadmaps and timelines. 

CRITICAL QUALITIES 

●  Mature Christian faith as defined by being an active member of a local church, agreeing 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 $60,000-70,000, depending on experience annually, for this full-time position. This includes 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, typically 2-3 days per week. Candidates must be local. 

TO APPLY

 

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. If you’re excited about this role and believe you could thrive in it, even if your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. 

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

Director of Applied Research

Director of Applied Research

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

RCCI Summer Social & Open House

Do you desire to see racial justice in Greater Boston? Would you like to be part of a community that’s nurturing shalom across racial lines? As the Race and Christian Community Inititiative at the Emmanuel Gospel Center enters a new season, we’re excited to share about where we feel the Lord is leading us and invite folks to speak into next steps at our Summer Social & Open House.

Join us for a barbeque, lawn games, & an opportunity to…

– Connect with Christians who care about racial justice.

– Hear about and speak into RCCI’s vision, ministry shifts, and hopes for our future

– Get clarity on how people of all races can connect with RCCI to participate in God’s redemptive work across racial lines in Greater Boston

As a part of this, we’ll be sharing about concrete ways to connect to God’s redemptive work and inviting you to shape and connect with our shalom-building communities.

Here’s a highlight of our developing programs you can learn about and speak into:
– Our impactful learning communities for white evangelicals

– A multiracial collective action group that supports BIPOC-led, equity-building initiatives and offers extra support and accountability for white evangelicals’ action-taking

– An experiential learning weekend exploring the history of slavery in Boston and a subsequent southern civil rights pilgrimage, both led by a multiracial team and open to all Christians.

Our event is MBTA accessible, ADA accessible, and has indoor nursery access for caregivers of young children.

Click here to RSVP! 

Click here to volunteer!

RCCI focuses on equipping White evangelicals to nurture shalom between individuals, communities, and systems damaged by racism. That said, it is critical that people of all races work together toward racial healing and justice – with BIPOC folks in the lead. Come to hear about exciting program and partnership opportunities for people of all races to continue Christ’s redemptive work across racial lines.

Visit www.egc.org/race for more information.



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