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
“Children need to understand that culture is different, but the need for salvation remains the same." Read more
A collaborative approach to church planting is bringing change to Steveston. Read more
What is the connection between surrender and unity? Read more
Brigada provides web- and email-based resources, mission trends, motivation, strategy tips, and more Read more
Sometimes we have selective hearing. Consider the tension between hearing and doing, and hearing and waiting—the issue of timing. Read more
The process of planting and developing multi-ethnic/multi-cultural churches requires a deeper theology of culture. Read more
What does justice look like in the eyes of Creation? The way we were made for justice and ruthless mercy Read more
How do we break the cycle of social isolation? Read more