Announcing Min. Cynthia Newman, M.Div., as Chief Strategy and Development Officer for Disciples Overseas Ministries and Global Ministries.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Min. Cynthia Newman, M.Div., as the inaugural Chief Strategy and Development Officer for Disciples Overseas Ministries and Global Ministries.

This newly created executive position reflects DOM and Global Ministries commitment to strengthening the future of our global witness through visionary leadership, strategic innovation, and sustainable growth. As Chief Strategy and Development Officer, Cynthia will work closely with executive leadership across the organization and serve as a key partner to the Office of the President/CEO in developing and advancing strategic initiatives that further the mission and ministry priorities of both Disciples Overseas Ministries (DOM) and Global Ministries. Through this collaborative leadership role, she will help shape innovative approaches to ministries, resource development, organizational growth, and mission engagement throughout our global network.

Cynthia brings a unique combination of ministry, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, and executive leadership to this historic role. She is the founding director of Flourish, the Indiana Region’s Clergy Economic Empowerment Initiative developed in partnership with Lilly Endowment, and has earned a reputation for innovative leadership and building transformational initiatives. Alongside her husband, Eric Newman, she is the successful co-owner of The Newman Group, a thriving financial services firm. She also recently completed her Master of Divinity with honors, further strengthening her commitment to faithful and effective leadership, and is on track for ordination.

Throughout her ministry and professional career, Cynthia has consistently demonstrated a passion for empowering leaders, cultivating meaningful partnerships, and creating sustainable pathways for growth and impact. Her vision, creativity, and commitment to faithful stewardship make her exceptionally well suited to lead this important new area of ministry.

Reflecting on this appointment, Rev. Dr. LaMarco Cable, Disciples Overseas Ministries President and CEO and Global Ministries Co~Executive shared:

“We celebrate Cynthia’s call to this ministry and give thanks for her willingness to serve in this historic leadership role. We are deeply grateful for the gifts, vision, expertise, and unwavering commitment she brings to our shared work. Cynthia has already demonstrated remarkable leadership and a passion for advancing God’s mission through innovation, collaboration, and faithful service. We are thrilled that she has accepted this permanent appointment and are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead. We look forward with great anticipation to all that she will bring to this new role and to the ways her leadership will help advance the mission of Disciples Overseas Ministries and Global Ministries”

Please join us in congratulating Min. Cynthia Newman as she begins this exciting new chapter of leadership. We look forward to the vision, innovation, and faithful service she will bring to this historic role and pray for God’s abundant blessing as she leads us into a new season of strategic growth, partnership, and mission impact.