By Leslie Scanlon, The Presbyterian Outlook.
Hunter Farrell, who is stepping down as head of World Mission for the Presbyterian Church (USA), announced Oct. 5 that he has accepted a call to serve as director of the World Mission Initiative at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary.
Farrell, 58, said his new position will begin in January and will include teaching about mission at Pittsburgh seminary. In a recent interview with the Outlook, Farrell said:
“I think the church needs to step up and show how we’re engaging in those global issues with our partners around the world. It’s a good time to work at a college or seminary and look for ways to connect young adults with what God’s doing in the world.”
Donald J. Dawson, who has lead the World Mission Institute and also has served as director of the New Wilmington Mission Conference, announced earlier this fall that he will retire Oct. 31.