Poole begins as coordinator of ministry formation for Bethany.

Dan Poole of Bradford, Ohio, has accepted the half-time position of coordinator of Ministry Formation at Bethany Theological Seminary, beginning Aug. 1. He will work closely with Tara Hornbacker, associate professor of Ministry Formation, in the administration and teaching of the ministry formation component in the local and Connections programs.

"Dan will be a wonderful addition to the Bethany community," said academic dean Stephen Breck Reid. "He brings 16 years of pastoral experience and has served as an adjunct faculty member for the past several years."

Poole is a 1991 graduate of Bethany Seminary. He will continue to serve as pastor of Covington (Ohio) Church of the Brethren in a half-time capacity.

Source: 8/15/2007 Newsline