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
A collaborative approach to church planting is bringing change to Steveston. Read more
How does surrender connect to loss and lead to freedom? 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
Considering community and unity. Read more
Watching out for us-and-them thinking in our congregations and systemic racism in Canada Read more
Creation wouldn’t exist apart from God. God loves his creation and takes joy in what he made. Read more
How do unity, relationship, and the characteristics of Millennials interact for a hope filled future of mission? Read more
A look at how mission has changed (or hasn't) since the 1960s. What is needed for mission to thrive today? Read more