OC Blog Digest: Global Stories

Our first summer OC Blog Digest has a special focus on global stories! 

In this Blog Digest you will find:

• the story of a dream (and an invitation!) from one of our team members, about sharing God's Word in humble spaces.
• a story of collaboration across languages and countries, at the recent OC Global Alliance meetings in Spain.
• the roots of the OC Global Alliance (& the newest development in the OC Global Alliance!)
• a story from Jean de Dieu and our ministry partnership in Burundi.

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 ... Read More

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 ... Read More

The OC Global Alliance: Our Roots

 Outreach Canada is part of a larger global story!

Outreach Canada was one of the original founding members in the OC Global Alliance (OCGA). Today, the OC Global Alliance has 15 Mobilization Centres around the world - one of which is Outreach Canada!  

Looking back to our roots, Craig shares the story of the birth of the OCGA, as well as the newest development for the OC Global Alliance: the new Global Collaboration Hub! This is the first article in a mini-series on the OC Global Alliance (OCGA) ... Read More

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 ... Read More