It has been a joy and an honor to serve as your District Superintendent for the past 11 and a half years. Julie and I move toward retirement with mixed feelings. We know that God has led us in this decision, yet we grieve the loss of you as our community and a role we loved. Serving you has been fulfilling and rewarding.

The time has come for us to hand over the leadership of the Mid-Atlantic District to Ira and Kari Towns. God has provided very capable and godly leadership for the next chapter in the life of the district. We stand confident in his choice and in the character of the Towns.

We love you and will continue to pray for your ministries, for your effective service, and that Christ will be honored by your faithful work for the kingdom. May God bless you and keep you, may His face shine upon you and give you peace.

With much love and respect,

Doug and Julie Conley.

Merry Christmas!

Wishing you peace, joy, and warm moments throughout the holiday season.

Greetings Official Workers,

Praise God for a successful surgery for Jadon Trinkl. He is in the hospital doing well and so far, he is progressing through the healing process very quickly.

The Trinkl's are extremely grateful for all the love, prayers and support.

Thank you so much for your Prayers.

Upcoming Events

December 24 - 31 - Christmas & New year's break (Office Closed)

View our calendar

2025 Printable Calendar - Please note, changes are made throughout the year as needed.

Save the date for BASICS 2026.

WHEN - October 15 - 18, 2026.

WHERE - TBD

BASICS 2 is an excellent reboot for a church that needs encouragement or any church that plans to start/plant a church in the next 3-5 years.

This event is also great for any current resident who wants to explore church planting.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Jeddie Brumley jbrumley@cmamad.org

We get it! Youth workers pour out for everyone else. REFRESH is their space to breathe again—to rest, reconnect, and remember why they love what they do.

Here’s what others have said about REFRESH:

“REFRESH is simply worth it for youth workers. Your soul is truly filled up through engaging discussions, deeper life soul care, and friendships with other workers across the U.S. ”

" I come to REFRESH because it’s a time to reset, refocus, and reevaluate . . . everything . . . starting with my own soul care. ”

REFRESH 2026 is right around the corner, and spots are filling fast. 

REFRESH East - Columbus, OH | February 1-4, 2026

Registration closes December 15.

Don’t let youth workers miss this chance to step away, slow down, and be renewed with friends who get what next-gen ministry life is really like. They need this. Your team needs this. Grab your spot before it’s gone!

👉 Register for REFRESH 2026

Visit the REFRESH website for more information.

With gratitude and anticipation,

Scott Wakeley and Charles Amoh,

Director for Alliance Youth

ENGAGE IS AN EVENT DESIGNED FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN ALLIANCE MINISTRY!

• Hear from Alliance Ministry leaders
• Dive into Alliance Ministry opportunities around the world
• Connect with district staff, National Office staff, residency programs, and other students!
• Hang out at One Alliance Place

WHEN - February 16-17, 2026

WHERE - Alliance Ministry Center at One Alliance Place, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068

There is a $20 registration fee which includes lodging and meals.

You (or your group) will be responsible for transportation.

The Event begins at 8:30a.m. on 2/16 and ends at 8:00p.m. on 2/17.

Register HERE

Registration closes January 20, 2026.

If you have any questions, would like to bring a group, or want to represent your district at the event, please contact the Candidate Recruitment and Development office at called2serve@cmalliance.org. 

"For and From: Gospel Access Unleashed''

Converge empowers all Alliance people to mobilize their church in missions and join God in what He is doing in neighborhoods and the nations.

At Converge, as you unite with others who share your heart for the Kingdom, you’ll be equipped with powerful resources and Spirit-led strategies—igniting the local church and Alliance Missions to not only carry the gospel to unreached people groups, but to see those very peoples rise up and carry the message outward, answering God’s call with boldness and purpose.

WHEN: January 19–21, 2026

WHERE: Embassy Suites, 5100 Upper Metro Place,Dublin, OH (Columbus Airport)

Registration Options:

• Single room: $700
• Double room: $430
• Triple room: $330

Registration Link - CLICK HERE

Lodging options include accommodations for 4 nights, January 18–21, 2026 (customizable based on travel needs), breakfast, lunch, and airport shuttle.

Customizable room and commuter options are available.

Please Visit cmaconverge.org for event details, break out sessions, detailed registration information and what to expect at Converge.

If you have any registration questions, please contact the Events Office: events@cmalliance.org or (380) 208-6155

The Alliance’s 2025 Christmas Offering is almost over—now is your church’s last chance to participate in transforming communities around the world this Christmas season!

Those of us in Christ already know Him as the Prince of Peace, but there are still many who have yet to receive the peace that the gospel provides. Would you encourage your congregation to join in giving to the Christmas Offering so that more of the world’s lost and unreached can encounter the peace that All of Jesus brings?

Check the website to download resources and get more info: cmalliance.org/christmas25

Thank you for how you serve!

Hello district families,

Last year, ACLD embarked on a curriculum overhaul. Our objective was twofold. First, we embedded AI technology into all of our courses. This means that, beginning in 2026, we will be able to dramatically increase the number of languages we offer across all our programs. Stay tuned!

Second, we reintegrated all new consecration and ordination requirements into the program so that students can continue to complete the requirements through SOM. One additional change that has resulted from this is some course title changes. I’ve included a list of the new course titles and codes for your reference. We’ve begun implementing these changes already, and will continue rolling them out to our students in 2026. We wanted to provide you with an updated list before the main rollout, which will begin in earnest in 2026.

Thank you,

Steve Grusendorf

National Director for ACLD

Licensing, Consecration, and Ordination Courses

• CL30: Understanding The Alliance
• CL35 105: The Mission of God and the Alliance Family

Start date: January 5, 2026

Apply today: https://allianceleaders.org/consecration-ordination/

School of Ministry

• National Accelerated Cohort

Start date: February 23, 2026

Apply today: https://allianceleaders.org/program-application/ 

UPCOMING TRAININGS

Level One

• January 17: Madison, Conn.
• February 21: Foxboro, Mass

Level Three

Level Three training begins in January in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. It is eight weeks of online mediation training culminating with two days of live training in March and ending with a celebratory graduation dinner.

Peacemaking Award Nominations: Alliance Peacemaking is honored to introduce the Peacemaking Award in honor of Harris and Katrina Campbell, who faithfully served for many years. This award recognizes an individual who exemplifies a life of peacemaking and has guided others to honor God in handling conflict.

We invite you to submit nominations by providing the nominee’s name and a brief description of why they deserve this recognition. Simply email alliancepeacemaking@cmalliance.org. The recipient will be announced in January 2026.

To see more trainings, please visit the Alliance WEBSITE.