Eric Miller began Oct. 19 as the new executive director of Camp Swatara, a Church of the Brethren camp and outdoor ministry center near Bethel, Pa. “Following an extensive search process led by the Executive Director Search Committee, the Board is excited to welcome Eric into this important leadership role,” said an announcement from the
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Kris Hawk to retire as district executive minister of Northern Ohio District
Kris Hawk has announced her retirement as district executive minister of the Church of the Brethren’s Northern Ohio District effective Jan. 16, 2027. She has served in the role for almost 11 years.
Mission and Ministry Board considers priorities for next general secretary, approves 2027 budget
The Church of the Brethren Mission and Ministry Board began considering the ministry priorities and leadership qualities needed in the denomination’s next general secretary during its fall meeting Oct. 16-18 at the General Offices in Elgin, Ill.
David Steele to conclude service as Church of the Brethren General Secretary in August 2028
David A. Steele has announced that he will conclude his service as General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren on Aug. 31, 2028, at the end of his current term.
Jonathan Whitsel to lead Middle Pennsylvania District
Jonathan Whitsel has been called as district executive minister for the Church of the Brethren’s Middle Pennsylvania District, beginning Jan. 1, 2027. He has served as pastor of Sugar Run Church of the Brethren in Shirleysburg, Pa., since April 2024.
Dan Radcliff and Ann Vang resign from the staff of Eder Financial
Dan Radcliff and Ann Vang have resigned their positions with Eder Financial. Both have accepted positions with Everence Financial. Dan Radcliff has resigned as Program Director for Organizational Investing, Deferred Gifts, Client Services at Eder Financial, as of Oct. 30. He began employment with Eder on Oct. 26, 2020. Ann Vang has resigned as Operations
Britnee Linton called as Regional Ministry associate for Mid-Atlantic District
Britnee Linton has been called as one of three Regional Ministry associates in the Church of the Brethren’s Mid-Atlantic District, joining Charlotte Bear and Rusty Curling on the team. Linton began her work in this role on Sunday, Feb. 15.
Jon Lucas Keller resigns from Church of the Brethren’s Mission Advancement team
Jon Lucas Keller has announced his resignation as Mission Advancement advocate for the Church of the Brethren as of Sept. 11. He joined the denominational staff on July 28, 2025.
Beth Sollenberger to retire from leadership role in Atlantic Southeast District
Beth Sollenberger will retire on Sept. 30 as interim director of administration for the Church of the Brethren’s Atlantic Southeastern District. She has served in the position since April 1, 2024. She has been working both from her home in Goshen, Ind., as well as onsite in the district.
Brethren Volunteer Service Unit 339 begins service
The 13 members of Brethren Volunteer Service (BVS) Unit 339 have begun service at their project sites. The volunteers completed orientation on July 27 to Aug. 4 at Inspiration Hills Camp in Burbank, Ohio.
