OM World News

How is God transforming lives and communities through the work of OM around the world? Check out the very latest stories and start praying for the world!

Birth of a preacher
20-Jul-2009 - South Africa

Mpumi receives his calling from the Lord after preaching to a group of homeless men during an inner-city outreach.

Surprise!
18-Jul-2009 - Ships

Volunteers from Doulos bring hope to children at the Sihanoukville Children's Home.

"Fire" youth weekend
1-Jul-2009 - Spain

Young lives were changed as teens made decisions to follow Christ at "Fire" youth weekend in Spain.

OM's Good Shepherd Healthcare Programme works to bring help and hope to the women and girls dedicated to the goddess Yellamma for prostitution in India.

Partygoers
24-Jun-2009 - Switzerland

Challenged by a message at the Mission-Net conference in Germany, two participants attend a local party to share about Christ.

It's a Small World
16-Jun-2009 - Belgium

OM’s first ever Web Masters Forum drew 27 individuals from 19 different countries to Zaventem, Belgium 11-13 May.

An Unusual Opportunity
16-Jun-2009 - Nepal

OM worker is able to share the gospel with tax collectors.

One step ahead
8-Jun-2009 - Panama

Medical supplies were running low and the temperature was rising during OM USA's medical mission trip in rural Panama. But, God heard their prayers and miraculously supplied the help they needed to minister to the 100 people waiting for medical attention.

George Verwer was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Divinity from Biola University on May 22, 2009. He also spoke at the graduate and undergraduate 2009 Spring Commencement ceremonies.

Being human
1-Jun-2009 - Malaysia

Malaysians reconnected for a mini TeenStreet event. The theme, "Human," challenged participants to focus on the importance of making God-centred decisions.

New bookstore
1-Jun-2009 - Thailand

A new Christian bookstore has opened in Northeast Thailand, and is the only one of its kind within 100 miles in every direction. Please pray for the OM team in Thailand and this new ministry.

Celebrating 15 years!
29-May-2009 - Albania

Albanians and foreigners came from all over the world to celebrate 15 years of the church in Lushnje.

A better life
22-May-2009 - India

Chandpa's life is changed when she becomes a member of the Dalit Education Centre's Self Help Group. Now she runs her own embroidery store and her family has a place to call their own.

Israel to the nations (I2N)
22-May-2009 - Israel

OM Israel has seen the potential for reaching native Israelis with the Gospel outside of Israel. The team is planning an initiative to reach Israelis in places like South Asia and South America, as well as cities like New York, London and Amsterdam.

Discovering God's heart for missions
22-May-2009 - United Kingdom

Matthias from Switzerland joined the OM Lifehope outreach and was stretched beyond what he had expected. Now he knows that missions is part of God's plan for his life.

Refiner's fire
14-May-2009 - Argentina

A robbery and fire occured in OM Argentina's house for teen ministry. No one was hurt, and the media coverage gave the team a chance to share about their faith and the hope they seek to bring to the community.

From ashes to hope
14-May-2009 - Bangladesh

A fire broke out in a slub that OM ministers in. Although no one was killed, some were hurt and many lost everything. Now OM is helping to coordinate a relief response and is helping families set up home again.

Touched by an angel
14-May-2009 - Ecuador

OM Ecuador's orphanage ministry is growing. Children who used to live under a leaky roof with no basic supplies are being proivded for through the team's love and support.

The Truth Still Sets Men Free
11-May-2009 - Israel

OM Israel brought the light to the Boombamela New Age Festival through conversation and scripture. Two from the Negav desert found new faith.

International Dinner
8-May-2009 - Norway

OM Norway and local churches and organisations join to unite ethnic and Norwegian churches through an international dinner.