The Troy, Ohio, Daily News carries a story about the swearing in of a new state representative from their area, who also happens to be a member of a Charis Fellowship congregation. Jena Powell, who is involved at Grace Brethren Church, Greenville, Ohio (Danny Wright, teaching pastor), is representing Ohio’s 80th District. A portion of the story appears below. Click here to read the complete article.

Powell sworn in as state representative

Ohio state representative Jena Powell was sworn in to her first term on Monday. She is a member of Grace Brethren Church, Greenville, Ohio.

COLUMBUS — State Representative Jena Powell (R-Arcanum) was sworn in to her first term as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives during Monday’s session.

She represents the 80th District, which includes Miami County, as well as part of Darke County. … Powell is also an avid supporter of creating new leaders through the non-profit organization, Forge Leadership Network. She is an active member of her local church Greenville Grace Brethren Church.

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