Chris Talluto Will Join the Berks Team!

Chris Talluto

We are happy to announce that Chris Talluto has received his campus placement and will be a part of the Berks team in Southeastern PA!

The growing student population (and subsequent need for the gospel) continues to grow rapidly, so Chris’ placement couldn’t be any more timely. His landing mentor, DM staff worker Lincoln Fitch, had this to say: “God has been opening up more and more doors and bringing out more and more students in Berks county over the past few years. Our nets have become very full! We are thrilled God is sending Chris at this key time to push forward His kingdom work!”

Please pray along with us as Chris continues to raise up a team of prayer and financial supporters for his ministry with DiscipleMakers. His support raising mentor, Mike Usilton, has been encouraged by Chris’ tenacity, adding this: “Despite the challenges of support raising, Chris has held fast to the Lord. I have been deeply encouraged by how steadfast Chris is in carrying out the work the Lord has called him to, and I am deeply excited about how God will use him on the Berks team. Way to go brother!”

Praise God for what’s already doing and what He will do. And please pray that the Lord would provide for Chris’s ministry to college students for many years to come as he looks to reach his goal and begin campus work!

Jessie Martin has reached her ministry funding goal!

Jessie Martin

We’re excited to announce that Jessie Martin has reached her ministry funding goal and has already begun full-time work in the Human Resources department of our Headquarters in State College, PA!

Jessie’s fundraising journey was not an easy path, as our God writes different stories for all of His people. Still, Jessie demonstrated resilience, and the Lord saw her good work and heard not only her prayers, but the prayers of those around her. Not the least of these people was DM staff Megan Williams, Jessie’s support-raising mentor, who shared this: “Throughout a long and sometimes discouraging season, Jessie pressed on toward the goal not simply of full support but of knowing and treasuring God himsel! She thrived when she could see God working on her heart even when there was "no fruit on the vine"..

Plenty of fruit has indeed grown. As she reflected on the season, Jessie shared this with us: “I’m grateful for all the lessons God taught me through my support raising journey. Now I am excited to serve DM staff at all of our campuses by doing behind-the-scenes work in HR!” Her new manager, Brandon Wenger agreed, and added this: “Jessie being added to the department is answer to prayer. We’re excited to have her!”

The wait is over. Jessie is now serving us in this new season of HQ work. We’re already enjoying her wisdom, work, and welcoming spirit. Thanks to the many donors and friends who made it possible.

Congratulations, Jessie!

Nate Reimer will serve on our Lehigh Valley Team!

Nate & Lexi Reimer

We are pleased to announce that Nate Reimer will serve on the Lehigh Valley team when he reaches his ministry funding goal! 

It’s been a busy year for Nate. In addition to joining DiscipleMakers and launching into fundraising, Nate married his wife, Lexi, last December. Even better, Lexi is planning to volunteer alongside Nate once he reaches his goal! In the meantime, she has been a great supporter, both by encouraging him and helping him stay focused on Jesus as he ministers to others.

Though Nate’s support raising journey recently began in June, the Lord’s work in him has already been clear. When asked to reflect on his progress, Nate said this: “This season of support raising has shown me how much I need to depend upon the Lord and His provision, allowing that to give me peace as I labor with eagerness to get on campus. I am no longer anxious about how He will provide, but rather motivated to reach the students and trust in faith that the Lord will provide in His timing!”

As Nate has stepped out in faith, his mentor, DM staff Dan Miller, couldn’t help but notice it, adding: “What a faithful brother Nate is. I’ve been really proud of him as he’s boldly jumped headlong into a season of life that is difficult for many people. Nate has a real confidence, and it’s in Jesus.”

As Nate continues to raise support, the rest of the Lehigh Valley team eagerly awaits the day when he reaches his goal. In fact, his landing team leader, DM staff Brian Parker, had this to say: “Nate and Lexi joining the Lehigh Valley team couldn't be more timely. The vibrancy of their love for people, their boldness in sharing the gospel, and their winsomeness in being all things to all people will make an immediate impact for Jesus on our campuses.”

We’re exited for you, Nate! As he is now just over 20% of his ministry funding goal, please pray as he continues to raise support and looks ahead to serving alongside the Lehigh Valley team.

Tyler Pick will serve on our Mason-Dixon Team!

We are pleased to announce that Tyler Pick will serve on the Mason-Dixon team when he reaches his ministry funding goal! 

Tyler’s support-raising journey has been exciting so far, and began with an added bonus: Just a month ago, Tyler married his new wife, Maddy, who is planning to volunteer alongside him once they reach their goal!

And while this is just beginning, the Lord’s work in Tyler through the ministry of support raising has been clear. When asked to comment on Tyler’s progress, his mentor, DM staff Colby Benedict, remarked: “I have been deeply encouraged by Tyler's humility in support raising. Despite navigating the workload of two jobs, getting married, moving, and raising support, he has been slow to complain, quick to ask questions, and even quicker to lay his cares before the throne of grace. I am challenged by his unwavering reliance on the Lord in this season and his deep desire to honor Him in all things.”

As Tyler continues to raise support, the rest of the Mason-Dixon team eagerly awaits the day when he reaches his goal. In fact, Tyler’s landing team leader, Kevin Noyes, had this to say: “Tyler has already shown his eagerness to bless students and our staff team. We have prayed for more disciples of Christ and gospel laborers, and God has answered that prayer in Tyler. I am encouraged by Tyler's faith, and we are all eager to see how God works in and through him on the Mason-Dixon Team!”

Tyler is now nearing 20% of his ministry funding goal! Please pray as he continues to raise support and looks ahead to serving alongside the Mason-Dixon team.

Becca Negro will serve on our Lehigh Valley Team!

Becca Negro

We are pleased to announce that Becca Negro will serve on the Lehigh Valley team when she reaches her ministry funding goal! 

Becca’s support raising journey has been exciting so far, and began with even more exciting news: Recently, Becca was engaged to DM staff and Clark Mummau. We are delighted for their wedding and new life together!

As the journey is underway, Becca has kept her focus clear and her mentor, DM staff Becky Della Piazza, has been cheering her on. When asked to comment on Becca’s progress, Becky said this: “Becca has been progressing through her fundraising with DiscipleMakers with confidence in who her God is and how lavishly He provides for His children. I'm excited to see how God will continue to provide the funds Becca needs to be on campus in the Lehigh Valley and beyond!”

Becca’s landing mentor, Lehigh Valley team leader Brian Parker, is likewise sharing the enthusiasm. In looking ahead to the goal, he remarked: “The Lehigh Valley team has a great need for more laborers who are eager to invest their lives and the gospel into students on campus. I'm eager for Becca to soon join our team as we work to cultivate campus communities on mission for Jesus Christ!”

Becca has reached 12% of her ministry funding goal! Please pray as she continues to raise support and looks ahead to serving alongside the Lehigh Valley team.

Connor McChesney and Gabby Klepeiss to serve on the Penn State Team!

Connor McChesney and Gabby Klepeiss

We’re excited to announce that Connor McChesney and Gabby Klepeiss will serve on our Penn State Campus Team when they reach their ministry funding goal! We’re also excited to announce a huge factor in this shared placement: They are engaged to be married!

To some, this news may not be a surprise, as Connor and Gabby became friends while attending the DiscipleMakers Christian Fellowship at Kutztown University during their sophomore year. This friendship grew into a relationship a year later as they served on the leadership team together, and all the more as they served together as DM campus interns last year where they were heavily involved in summer outreach and discipleship at Penn State’s main campus.

So, when they both pursued careers with our staff team earlier this year, it was no surprise that marriage would follow close behind. The Lord has also kindly aligned their ministry placement desires, as they expressed a desire to serve full-time at Penn State as campus staff once their support raising is complete. Penn State has a special place in our hearts,” Gabby remarked. “The internship showed us both how much we loved serving on campus, and we’re so happy to be looking forward to serving together.” We’re all happy to see them get their wish, the Penn State campus team especially so. Team leader Matt Geiger added this: “I had the privilege of working with Connor and Gabby as interns, and now I'm thrilled to see how God will use them with us full-time on campus!”

When will they finish support raising and land on the Penn State team? The Lord knows, though Connor and Gabby would love to hit the 50% mark by their wedding date, which is set for October 26th. Would you pray for that goal, and pray perhaps even that they would exceed it? Please also pray for them as they prepare to begin their next chapter together as husband and wife.

Congratulations, Connor and Gabby!

Mike Usilton to serve in our HR Department!

Mike Usilton

We’re excited to announce that Mike Usilton will serve in our HR Department at the DiscipleMakers Headquarters when he reaches his ministry funding goal!

Upon learning about his placement, Mike shared this: “God has given me skills in figuring out the intricacies of moving parts, so I am eager to serve our missionaries through our HR department. I am excited to use my efforts to maximize our effectiveness in making disciples on our college campuses!” 

Mike’s future manager, HQ staff Brandon Wenger, added this: “We have been asking the Lord for years to provide another laborer in our HR department and we are thrilled that he is answering that prayer through Mike!”

Mike received news of his placement after reaching a significant milestone in his fundraising; God quickly provided 50% of his DiscipleMakers funding goal, and he currently sits at 76%! This is notable as he just began raising support in May. Please pray for Mike as he hopes to finish before the end of the year and join our Headquarters team as we prepare for the new year!

Jessie Martin to serve in our Finance Department!

Jessie Martin

We’re excited to announce that Jessie Martin will serve in our Finance Department at the DiscipleMakers Headquarters when she reaches her ministry funding goal!

Upon learning about her placement, Jessie had this to say: ”I am excited to join the finance team and serve the Lord through my work in the HQ! I'm eager to join in the work and thank God for the ways He has provided in this season! ” 

Our finance manager Brandon Wenger shared: “Jessie is an answer to our prayers. In a season where we need increased staffing in our Finance Department, we are very eager to welcome Jessie, and pray that the Lord speeds her towards her ministry funding goal!”

Jessie received news of her placement after reaching a significant milestone in her fundraising; God has provided 53% of her DiscipleMakers funding goal! Please pray for Jessie as she raises the remainder of her ministry funding, and that God will continue to speed her along and bring her to our Headquarters quickly.

Steven & Danielle Detwiler to serve on the Berks Team!

Steven & Danielle Detwiler

We are happy to share that Steven & Danielle Detwiler will serve on our Berks Team when they reach their ministry funding goal!

When asked to comment on his placement, Steven shared this: “We are super excited to be working with the Berks team and the campuses that are in that region. We look forward to the day when we will be able to invest in the college students in the surrounding area. It’s a great blessing and privilege to reach that area with the gospel of Jesus.”

Steven’s future team leader, David Royes, is enthusiastic to welcome him, sharing this: “We can't wait to have Steven join our team in Berks County. The Lord is opening many doors for the gospel at schools in our area and we are eager to have another laborer to help us reach the campus and make disciples!"

Please pray for Steven & Danielle as they continue to work faithfully toward their funding goal and trust the Lord to provide for their ministry with DiscipleMakers.

Clark Mummau to serve on the Lehigh Valley Team!

Clark Mummau

We are happy to share that Clark Mummau will serve on the Lehigh Valley Team when he reaches his ministry funding goal!

When asked to comment on his placement, Clark shared this: “I’m so thankful for the opportunity I had during our recent Fall Conference to get to know more of the students and staff on the Lehigh Valley team. God is at work in those students, growing their faith and desire to proclaim the Gospel, and I’m eager to join that work on campus soon.”

Clark’s future team leader, Brian Parker, is enthusiastic to welcome him, sharing this: “[Clark’s] skill in studying and heart to apply the Bible will help students to see the treasures found in God's Word. He has a genuine heart to serve others, and will be a real blessing to many on campus." This should come as no surprise to Clark’s friends and supporters, given his recent graduation from Grove City College, where he received a degree in Biblical and Religious Studies and Christian Ministries.

After being launched earlier this year, Clark is not far from reaching his goal – God has provided 69% of his DiscipleMakers funding so far. Praise God for this significant milestone, and please pray for Clark as he races toward his goal.