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MILLIGAN COLLEGE, TN (August 5, 2003)— For the second year, Milligan College and Standard Publishing have partnered to recognize individuals from throughout the United States who have been named “Leaders in Christian Service.” The 11 individuals were honored during a special breakfast at the North American Christian Convention on July 11 in Indianapolis.
“These are not awards, but an opportunity to identify and honor professionals who exemplify Christian servant leadership in their vocations and in their communities,” said Milligan President Donald R. Jeanes. “These individuals represent Milligan’s mission of Christian servant leadership and are excellent examples for us all to follow.”
Those honored were recognized for their servant leadership and Christian example set through professional, vocational or volunteer leadership. Those recognized at the July 11 program are members of the Christian churches and churches of Christ, of which Milligan is affiliated. In April, Milligan also recognized 10 individuals from the Tri-Cities region as local “Leaders in Christian Service.”
“Milligan College and Standard Publishing share a long history of service to the church,” said Mark Taylor, publisher of Standard Publishing in Cincinnati, Ohio. “Over the past 136 years both have sought to build up the local church by equipping men and women to lead through service. We are honored to be a part of this program as it seeks to highlight examples of Christian leadership for others to emulate.”
The 11 honorees included:
* Jon and Beth Arvin, public educators in the community schools and teachers in the Plainfield Christian Church in Plainfield, Ind. They devoted their time and energies as volunteers in youth ministry at the church for more than 20 years. Beth succumbed earlier this year to a long battle with cancer. Throughout her health crisis, she and Jon continued to volunteer, guiding the futures of numerous young people.
* William Bosher, dean and distinguished professor of the School of Education for Virginia Commonwealth University in Mechanicsville, Va. Bosher formerly served as the superintendent of public instruction for the entire Commonwealth of Virginia under Governor (now Senator) George Allen and superintendent of two of Virginia’s largest county school systems. He contributes to the Richmond-Times Dispatch and is seen regularly on central Virginia’s largest television news outlet. Bosher is an active member at Fairmont Christian Church.
* Horace “Butch” Dabney, retired elder and longtime leader at Southeast Christian Church and retired businessman from Central Office Supply company in Louisville, Ky. Dabney is one of the founding members of Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, which has grown in membership to 14,000. He remains a close mentor and friend to Bob Russell, minister at Southeast, and the ministerial staff. Dabney was nominated as a Leader in Christian Service by Russell.
* Dennis and Ann Fulk, business people who, after successful careers in the business world, now serve as full-time volunteers at Christian Missionary Fellowship (CMF) in Noblesville, Ind. Dennis, director of business strategies at CMF, recruits teams of American businessmen and women to provide business education seminars and seek investment opportunities in Asia. Ann spent 30 years with Eli Lilly and Company in research, sales, marketing, purchasing, planning and personnel. Now, director of member care at CMF, Ann uses her marketing and purchasing experience to assist more than 160 missionaries and staff members. The couple’s goal is to share faith-based values and the principles of the free enterprise system through vocational ministries.
* Joe Gregory, managing director of Kingsway, LLC and former corporate officer and co-founder of King Pharmaceuticals in Bristol, Tenn. Gregory serves on the boards of many service organizations, such as foreign world mission organizations, college boards and children’s charities. He is an active member who has taught classes at Poplar Ridge Christian Church in Piney Flats. Gregory was nominated by Roland Whittemore, minister at Poplar Ridge Christian Church.
* Gregory Moffatt, professor at Atlanta Christian College and teacher at Heritage Christian Church in Atlanta. For the past 20 years, Moffatt has preached at several churches throughout the South for numerous revivals, seminars and retreats. Moffatt has served as an instructor at the FBI Academy, several corporations and universities.
* William Neeley, attorney and past president of the chamber of commerce in Grundy, Va. Neeley is past chairman of the board and now elder at the New Hope Christian Church. He is active in the Boy Scouts and serves on the board of Mountain Mission School. Neeley was nominated for this honor by Mountain Mission School President James Swiney.
* Forrest Lee Ramser, retired chairman of the board of international corporation Roxell and member of the Board of Trustees at Atlanta Christian College in Atlanta for over 30 years. Ramser has been successful in various businesses and is known for his generosity. Ramser serves on the advisory boards of the Salvation Army and Hope Haven, a non-profit work training center for developmentally disabled adults. He is a member of Athens Christian Church in Athens, Ga.
* Edwin Simcox, former Indiana Secretary of State and president of the Indiana Electric Association in Indianapolis. Simcox has shown himself to be a Christian statesman, initiating the prayer groups which meet weekly in the Statehouse and leading the annual Governor’s Prayer Breakfast in Indiana. He chaired the Billy Graham Crusade in Indianapolis in 1999 and is a member of Chuck Colson’s Prison Fellowship board of directors. He serves as elder at East 91st Street Christian Church where he and his wife, Sandy, teach the children’s Sunday School class. Russ Blowers, senior minister emeritus of East 91st Street Christian Church, nominated Simcox for this honor.
Leaders in Christian Service, a partnership of Milligan College and Standard Publishing, is a program that honors individuals who advance the cause of Christ and exemplify a stewardship of their life, influence and resources.
“These honorees further the work of the church by being embodiments of Christ’s instruction to serve others with compassion and self-giving leadership,” said Joe Wise, director of development at Milligan College.
Milligan College is a nationally recognized Christian liberal arts college in Northeast, Tenn., whose vision is to change lives and shape culture through a commitment to servant leadership. The college offers more than two-dozen academic programs, including three master’s degrees. To learn more about Milligan College, visit www.milligan.edu or call 800-447-5922.