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A Time of Spiritual Growth in the Ugandan Wilderness: Missionary Associate Jed Homan
Some have likened Karamoja to the “Wild West” or referred to it as the “Ugandan Wilderness.” In this region there is a great need for the light of the Gospel to shine forth in the area’s culture and in the hearts of its people.
Short-Term Missions for All!
Whether you’re intrigued by the adventure of exploring and evangelizing in Prague, getting a taste of the Ugandan “outback” in Karamoja, or honing your evangelism skills at the sunny Boardwalk Chapel in Wildwood, OPC Short-Term Missions really does have an opportunity for all!
Update on Missionary Associate Jed Homan
“There is no way to even start to understand life here without being here. Living here, seeing how the mission operates—it’s been enjoyable and eye-opening,” says Jed Homan, Missionary Associate at the OP Uganda Mission. Jed is beginning his third month of work in Nakaale, Karamoja, Uganda and reports that it has been satisfying to be able to make progress on the various maintenance projects he’s been working on and knowing that what he’s doing is serving the mission.
OPC Short-Term Missions is Making A Comeback in 2022
No doubt you’ve noticed the near-depleted list of short-term mission opportunities the past two years due to COVID restrictions. But praise the Lord, things seem to be changing and we’re encouraged!
Teaching Under Lockdown
Praise the Lord that I have had the privilege to serve as a summer missionary associate for two years in a row. Both mission trips were excellent opportunities for growing in the likeness of being God’s servant and reflecting on His sovereignty.
Short-Term Missions Prayer Calendar 2020
As some of our fields anticipate not being able to welcome teams and friends this summer as they normally do, would you commit to pray for each of our missionaries? Feel free to use the schedule below, if you find it helpful:
Uganda 2019: Photo Gallery
Jonathan Walker served at the OP Uganda Mission's Akisyon A Yesu Presbyterian Clinic in the summer of 2019. Jonathan's photos include a nice look inside the clinic, as well as colorful local scenes...
Japan 2019: More Thankful Feedback on RP Missions Team
This is the second report we've received on the RP Missions (RPCNA) team that served in Japan, in the summer of 2019. RP Missions regularly sends teams to Japan, which OPC members are welcome to join...
English for Kids 2019: See You There!
It is our aim by the end of the week to immerse these kids in God’s Word through every aspect of the camp: songs, Bible lessons, crafts, and outdoor activities. We plant the seed, and the Holy Spirit works in their heart! I am very thankful that I have been able to be a part of English for Kids camp three years now. Lord willing, I will see you there...
S.T.O.R.M. Reports: September 2019
Summer Reports Galore - Parts One and Two - feature the latest photos and testimonials received from summer short-term missionaries...
Czech Republic 2019: English Camp and Team Praha Report from the Farniks
George Scipione gave 25 lectures on how to present the Gospel in counseling unbelievers and the importance of the church in helping people grow in faith and see real change in their lives. Eileen Scipione taught two seminars for the women...
Puerto Rico 2019: No Matter What Language You Speak
The takeaway and blessing of it all is that no matter what language you speak, God is God and we are all in need of the Savior...
English for Kids 2019: At the Heart of Mission Work
Sometimes all it takes is a game of catch or tag on the playground to get a conversation going, and then you've started a relationship which just may be the tool God uses in giving the Gospel message. These kinds of interactions are at the heart of mission work, and make the whole trip worth it...
English for Kids 2019: Challenges Galore!
I learned that God enables those He calls. I am learning to serve, to be a helper behind the scenes .... when I saw and heard what a blessing this was to the teaching volunteers, I felt a part of it all...
Summer 2019: Church List and STM Stats
Many thanks to at least 300 people, from 50 OPC churches, 11 non-OPC churches, 22 states, and 13 presbyteries who served on 6 short-term mission fields this summer...
Uganda 2019: Uplifting, Educational, Humbling
It is amazing how strong the people are, that they are able to travel great distances just to receive medical care. It is a sobering feeling to know someone traveled so far to seek your help. Of course, they receive more than medical care, they receive the Gospel, too...
Team Praha 2019: Each Week Was a New Adventure
I felt so overwhelmed with joy seeing all those families walk into church that Sunday morning in a country where almost every man and woman denies the gospel or doesn't even know the gospel...