Adult Third Culture Kid Research: The Heart Behind the Research
This summer, we had the privilege of connecting with Shelly Lyons about her research on Adult Third Culture Kids. Listen in to hear more about the “heart” behind the research and her big picture dreams for how it will be used!
Adult Third Culture Kids (ATCK) are adults whose lives were shaped by mobility and cross-cultural experiences during their childhood. According to Merriam Webster, a “Third Culture Kid (TCK)” refers to "a child who grows up in a culture different from the one in which his or her parents grew up ... The 'third culture' to which the term refers is the mixed identity that a child assumes, influenced both by their parents' culture and the culture in which they are raised."
Is Competition a Biblical Value?
One Sunday morning in the church where I pastored, a family came to me and shared how some of their friends had left our church to go to another church: a "competitor church". They were completely distracted by their news. Does the Bible encourage us to compete with fellow believers? Is there such a thing as a competitor church?
Collaborate with Confidence
In May 2023, Phil Cox, our OC Director of Technology, travelled to Spain to participate in the OC Global Alliance bi-annual meetings. Our OC Global Alliance consists of 15 Mobilization Centres (OC is one of them!) and 1200+ missionaries, and represents 100+ countries!
As you can imagine, trying to build meaningful working relationships across different time zones, languages, cultures, and technology capabilities is not a simple task...
Rethink Development: Jean de Dieu's Story
Outreach Canada's partnership in Burundi is made possible by dedicated Burundian professionals who combine their skills and their faith to serve the practical needs of their country. Here is Jean de Dieu's story...
My Dream: Humble Spaces of Connection
I had a dream recently. I could be wrong, but I think it was a dream from God with a message for me. And maybe it’s a message for you too.
Someone was promoting the idea of a coffee shop space. It was a small room—almost set up and ready to go, but not quite—there was some more work yet to be done to make it a welcoming and inviting space. Though it did already have some bookshelves, some decor, and a few comfy sofas chairs. For the colors, you need to imagine a typical Latin American street scene, where even humble spaces can be lit up by eclectic assortments of paint colors.
A Canada Day Prayer
A prayer for Canada Day...
Father God,
You are mighty in power; you extend your reach thr...
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The OC Global Alliance: Our Roots
Outreach Canada is part of a larger global story!
Outreach Canada was one of the original foun...
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BetterIt Workplace Chaplains: A New Era of Employee Wellness
A behind-the-scenes look at the rebrand of Corporate Chaplains Canada to BetterIt Workplace Chaplai...
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Deny Yourself: My Story of Self-Denial & Abundant Life
“Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.” -Mar...
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Ministry at the Speed of Relationships
Building relationships is the first and foremost thing we should be about - everything else comes o...
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Rachael's Story
A story from a Muslim Background Believer and a church who prayed for the mosque in their communit...
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OC Director's Blog: May 2023
In our May Director's Blog, Executive Director, Dr. Craig Kraft, shares about the OC staff retreat ...
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5 Simple Checks for Discerning the Will of God
Discerning God’s voice in our world today can be challenging. With so many voices and distractions,...
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The Bittersweet of Travelling as an Adult TCK
Over the last year, I took more flights than I ever have within a single year. I’ve had more time t...
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Space-makers
We have a couple of empty bedrooms in our house. At one time they were occupied by our kids, but fo...
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Risk-taking in the Canadian Wilderness
What first came to mind when I was invited to the “Canadian wilderness” to help lead a Wilderness C...
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Inviting MKs and TCKs to Stillwood: An Interview with Mallory
Listen in to this interview with Mallory Luesink, Program Director at Stillwood Camp and Conference...
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OC Director's Blog: April 2023
OC Director's Blog - April 2023 Edition. In our April Director's Blog, Executive Director, Dr. Crai...
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Wilderness ReBoot: What to Expect
Designed for adult MKs (Missionary Kids) seeking a deep encounter with God amidst the beauty of the...
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Updates & Reflections from My Trip to India
Paul shares stories, updates and reflections from his recent trip to India. God is at work!
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