Lieutenants David and Brittney Donegan, the couple that has led operations at the Hopkinsville Salvation Army for the past two years, will be leaving in a few weeks for a new assignment and promotion to the ranks of captain in Anderson, South Carolina.
The new corps officer in Hopkinsville will be Major Jason Swain, who is transitioning from Ashland, Kentucky, according to a press release.
A community farewell reception for the Donegans and their children — Tara, 16, and Ryan, 7 — is planned immediately following morning worship on Sunday, June 14, in The Salvation Army Hope Center Dining Hall on East Seventh Street. The Donegans will host a lunch to thank friends, volunteers, donors and community partners.
“Since arriving in Hopkinsville two years ago, the Donegans have brought renewed energy, compassion, and vision to The Salvation Army’s mission throughout the community,” states the release from Eric Short, a spokesman for The Salvation Army Kentucky-Tennessee Division. “Their leadership has strengthened partnerships, expanded outreach efforts, and deepened The Salvation Army’s commitment to serving individuals and families experiencing homelessness, poverty, food insecurity, and crisis.”
Prior to moving to Hopkinsville, the Donegans worked at the Paducah Salvation Army.
“The people of Hopkinsville have become family to us,” David Donegan said. “We are grateful for every relationship, every prayer, every volunteer, and every opportunity we have had to serve this incredible community.”
Brittney Donegan added, “Hopkinsville will always hold a special place in our hearts. We have witnessed God do amazing things here through the kindness and generosity of this community.”
