After having their hearts touched at a missions conference, Mark Leighton and his wife, Becky, joined OMF in 1985 and moved their family of three boys to Thailand. From 1985-1995 they worked in Central Thailand, helping to establish two churches. From 1995-2007 Mark and Becky served as regional directors in Central Thailand. In 2007 they were appointed field directors of OMF Thailand, serving in that role until they retired at the start of 2017.
When we think of missions, church planting may be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet it is often not thought of as ministry to women. Read more
Don't know how to engage in Christ's mission? Here are some resources to get started Read more
For when you look like a local but don't FEEL like a local Read more
Dr. Lockhart shared at a Mission Central round-table discussion for mission leaders and pastors, in Oct 2018. Read more
If you have an enemy in your life, if someone hates you, consider how Jesus is asking you to go to them? Hearing and obeying requires embodied action. Read more
Surrender, no matter what! Read more
“Children need to understand that culture is different, but the need for salvation remains the same." Read more
Jesus chose complete obedience to his Father’s authority and displayed an upside-down way of understanding power. Read more
Justice and prayer are always connected in God's creation. Read more