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
Justice and prayer are always connected in God's creation. Read more
Our theme for the months ahead is Unity—an essential part of mission. Read more
Surrender, no matter what! Read more
Leadership development involves learning from different stages and experiences of life, and is most important in missionary service. Read more
"This was my induction into a whole new world that has broken my heart and become the heartbeat of what we now do..." Read more
The people of God are invited to participate in God’s mission. This is a big task, nothing short of the redemption and restoration of the cosmos. Read more
"I pray and hope that people I disciple will grow in intimacy with God in a way that they might be a better model of Jesus" Read more
The engine of the church is discipleship is growing in obedience Read more