Stewardship of the resources the Lord entrusts to us is a big part of how the One Challenge United States Mobilization Center (US-MC) spends its time. Whether it’s stewardship of time, the building, our mission workers, or finances, we take great care in walking in obedience to the Lord. Giving creatively brings a special joy. […]
In the fall of 2019, Michelle Wilson handed over the role of OC Board Chair to Murray Moerman. One Challenge and the OC Board are very thankful for Michelle’s faithful service in the role. The organization looks forward to the years to come under the direction of Murray. One Challenge asked Murray to share a […]
Christmas is upon us, which stirs up feelings of family, warmth, joy, and, most importantly, thankfulness for the coming of our Savior Jesus Christ. As the workers at One Challenge’s U.S. Mobilization Center gear up for all that comes with Christmas, we asked them what Christmas means to them. Enjoy is short reflection on the […]
One Challenge area directors (AD) meet once per year at the U.S. Mobilization Center (US-MC) in Colorado Springs. These meetings are a valuable opportunity for face-to-face interaction and collaboration, not only among the directors but also with the US-MC staff. The ADs traveled in from various places in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America… […]
At OC, we focus on developing Kingdom laborers who are healthy and growing in all areas of life – spiritually, of course, but also emotionally, mentally, and relationally. One area that is often neglected is the role of healthy sexuality in developing whole and holy people. Sexuality, and especially sexual sin, is frequently considered a […]
Who doesn’t want to be a good steward? Whether it’s using our time well, or making meaningful financial contributions, we all want to be mindful of good stewardship in our lives. In this video Kathy Copley introduces Joseph Padilla, someone who specializes in “tax-wise giving”. Joseph is VP of Ministry of Relationships of Orchard Alliance. […]
A change of name but not a change of purpose. Recently, the mobilization department of One Challenge decided to change its external name from the generic “mobilization” (an insider mission’s term) to the broader and more inclusive “Prepare for Impact.” The catalyst for the name change was the bringing on of a new member, Lydia, […]
When we speak of transition, it’s usually in reference to our global mission workers. We have training that is done prior to a worker’s first deployment, when they return to the States, and in between fields. Currently, it is the U.S. Mobilization Center (US-MC) that is going through transition with six teams experiencing personnel changes. […]
Holistic – what a buzz word! Slap the ‘holistic’ label on something, a business or ministry, and it immediately sounds informed, deep, and connected to the world – real people solving the real problems. Of course, this may or may not end up being true. At One Challenge, we have several holistic ministries that we pray […]
This article is about women and for women. (It’s ok guys, you may read it too. But it’s the women who will especially resonate with this story.) This is about the 200+ women who belong to the One Challenge global community. We are moms, daughters, sisters, singles, empty nesters, teachers, administrative assistants, Bible study leaders, […]
