OC Blog Digest: ReLaunch & ReBoot

In this blog digest you will find:

• TWO articles about Wilderness ReBoot - an wilderness retreat for adult TCKs (Third Culture Kids) seeking a deep encounter with God amidst the beauty of the Canadian back country wilderness.
• an INVITATION for you to join us at our Chaplains Relaunch Event happening this Thursday.
• an ENCOURAGING update from Paul Dyck's recent trip to India.
• an INTERVIEW with an adult MK (Missionary Kid) who also happens to be the Program Director at Camp Stillwood.
• and current OC NEWS from our Director's Blog! 

Official Relauch of Workplace Chaplaincy Ministry

We are excited to invite YOU to our online 30-minute event this Thursday (April 27th) for the official relaunch of our workplace chaplaincy ministry. Featuring stories from our chaplains and customers, unveiling of our new branding and an opportunity to make "it better"... Read More

Risk-taking in the Canadian Wilderness

A sneak peak at "Wilderness ReBoot" - a wilderness retreat for ATCKs (Adult Third Culture Kids).

"We were headed into all the key elements of adventure: horseback riding, rock climbing, kayaking, and hiking in the mountains where elk, moose, and grizzly bears roamed, living in tents that had just been resurrected after a literal crushing storm. In between, we would split wood and help with cooking, and immerse ourselves in outdoor life—axe throwing  and bonfires, outhouses  (let’s be real) and camp cooking, fast changing weather, and the sweetest air you could imagine." Read the full story, as Michael shares his experience … Read More

Wilderness ReBoot: What to Expect

Designed for adult MKs (Missionary Kids) seeking a deep encounter with God amidst the beauty of the Canadian back country wilderness, Wilderness ReBoot is a co-ed retreat for MKs (ages 21-35) willing to be challenged physically and spiritually, while deepening their relationship with God by seeking His direction in their lives. 

Benjamin Reed, the Program Director for Wilderness ReBoot shares the purpose behind the retreat and a behind-the-scenes look at what you can expect ... Read More

Updates & Reflections from My Trip to India

Paul shares stories, updates and reflections from his recent trip to India. God is at work! ... Read More

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 Centre, about her experience as an MK (Missionary Kid) and about opportunities for TCKs (Third Culture Kids) and MKs at Stillwood Camp!

"Stillwood provided the space as a young MK for me to gain community, and to experience growth spiritually and in leadership." - Mallory Luesink ... Read More

OC Director's Blog: April 2023

In our April Director's Blog, Executive Director, Dr. Craig Kraft, shares upcoming OC news, and an update about an OC missionary who recently travelled through Asia, helping to start over 300 new micro-churches ... Read More