The vision is only just the beginning of a journey. Continuing on an often-unclear path takes imagination, determination, and trust in the Holy Spirit’s leading. This journey describes One Challenge’s ministry and partnership in Mongolia. About a decade ago, the time seemed right to imagine the possibilities of a nationwide church planting initiative in Mongolia. […]
Global Partners
Long-Time Partners Meeting Needs in Ukraine
One Challenge’s mission worker Bob has spent 18 years bringing Christian camp and evangelical ministries to former Soviet Union countries, using Ukraine as the base of this ministry. Ukraine is one of the most Christian nations in Eastern Europe and has been open to the growth of the gospel. Using those connections, Bob is now […]
Love in Action During Ukraine Crisis, Part 2
Two months into the war in Ukraine, the humanitarian need for aid increases. One Challenge workers Joel and Irena continue to work with numerous partners to bring aid to Ukrainians who remain in the war-torn country. They are working from a bordering country to distribute the aid through the church network in Ukraine. “Our desire […]
Love in Action During Ukraine Crisis
On February 24 the world shifted its focus to Eastern Europe when Russia invaded Ukraine. As a mission organization with members and ministry partners living and serving in Ukraine, OC’s concern became how do we advise our workers and how can we partner to care for the people in crisis. The Beginning OC workers Joel […]
Ukraine Relief Ministry
Latest Ukraine Ministry Stories Long-Time Partners Meeting Needs in Ukraine Love in Action During Ukraine Crisis, Part 2 Love in Action During Ukraine Crisis The bravery of the Ukrainian people against the brutal invasion of their country is inspiring the world. Truly, courage is contagious. We are seeing this reality played out on news feeds. And what […]
Christmas Across the OC Global Alliance*
One Challenge and the OC Global Alliance knows the COVID-19 pandemic has affected many Christmas traditions and gatherings, both in the U.S. and around the world. Although many of the below traditions and celebrations may not take place again this year, we hope you enjoy learning about other countries and their unique Christmas celebrations. Southern […]
How Do You Pray? Chapel with Hélder Favarin
The best part of being a part of the OC Global Alliance is partnering with incredible people of God from all over the world. The Great Commission is truly from the whole world to the whole world. One such partner is Hélder Favarin. Recently Hélder took the time to share from the Word with the […]
Remembering Dan Brandel – “Father, Friend, Mentor, Coach”
In memory of Dan Brandel Born October 14, 1951, in Chad, Africa Taken to glory on April 25, 2021, in Malawi, Africa One Challenge and Sports Ambassadors lost a dear brother and mission worker into the loving, eternal arms of Christ Jesus. This is a small tribute to a man who loved the Lord wholeheartedly, […]
Learning for the Future – OC Learning Conference 2021
Later this month, One Challenge will see the culmination of a stretching and greatly needed major piece of work to position OC for the future beyond COVID. OC invites you to pray for the One Challenge U.S. 2021 Learning Conference, scheduled to take place April 19-24. Although the official conference will only be one week, […]
Sharing Food and Loving Hope at Christmas
Although the holiday may have passed, Christmas is a great opportunity to share the love of Jesus to friends and neighbors. Through a true multi-organizational collaborative effort, Ten42, a community center in Málaga, Spain, shared the good news of the gospel to friends and neighbors in December 2020. “Ten42, a ministry collaboration of churches and […]