The OCF Handbook
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
C: A Brief History of OCF
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The desire for community with those who share their military lifestyle and Christian values led to a Bible study in a Washington, D.C., home that cont...
B: Constitution & Bylaws
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This chapter is a reading of the OCF Constitution and a summary of what is found in the OCF Bylaws. The full OCF Handbook can be viewed and downloade...
A: OCF Foundational Statements & Thoughts (Summarized)
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
STATEMENT OF FAITH STATEMENT OF PARTICIPATION PURPOSE VISION MISSION PILLARS (CUE LINES) DISTINCTIVES GUIDELINES FOR OCF MEMBER CONDUCT (OCF Bylaws) G...
37: OCF’s Home Office
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our ministry is run and coordinated from OCF’s Home Office, a name harkening back to when OCU communication and accounting was accomplished in the b...
36: Like-Minded, Military-Focused Ministries
31 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
INITIATE THE CONNECTION Since OCF operates within the larger body of Christ’s church, our leaders in the field should be aware of like-minded parach...
35: Council & Staff
31 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER The OCF Council governs the ministry of OCF, and they hire the Executive Director of OCF. The staff of OCF supports the members of OCF...
34: The OCF Directory
31 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Every OCF member needs to know how to find the OCF Directory, use it, and help others navigate the Directory to connect men and women ...
33: Threats & Opposition
31 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER If there were no enemy, then there would be no need for a military. If Satan and rulers in the heavenly places were not a real threat ...
32: Learning from Military Life
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Those who serve in the military will be changed before they separate or retire, so what follows are some ways to think intentionally a...
31: Assignments, Promotions, Retention
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER God works in the lives of His adopted children during the years they wear the uniform and are within the military community. Military ...
30: Authority, Submission, Ethics, Morality
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER The military is a great place for uniformed leaders to learn how to submit to God and to those He places over us. Officers usually ser...
29: Professional Calling
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Understanding the idea of professional calling flows from our grasp of God’s sovereignty over all His creation. The Bible speaks rep...
28: Worldview
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Worldview informs our priorities, which then determine our use of time. Our understanding of creation, fall, redemption, and living un...
27: For a Lifetime
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER We hope your OCF participation will extend beyond the few years one spends in uniformed service. We are constantly seeking to connect ...
26: Special Events, Conferences, Retreats
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER OCF members plan and host many different gatherings for the benefit of the military community around them. There is no limit to the cr...
25: OCF Conference Centers
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER OCF owns two conference centers (Spring Canyon in Colorado and White Sulphur Springs in Pennsylvania) for the purpose of bringing the ...
24: OCF Volunteers Who Participate
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER The various seasons of life bring about different abilities and capacities to volunteer within OCF and within your local church. This ...
23: Member Roles Within OCF
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER There are three main roles an OCF member can volunteer to fill and become visible in the OCF Directory. These volunteer roles are OCF...
22: Local Church Membership
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER OCF members serve where the local church does not have access or the opportunity to impact lives, but where military members can. OCF ...
21: OCF Membership
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER OCF is a ministry body composed of members (regular, associate, honorary) who are all committed to OCF’s Purpose (to glorify God by ...
20: Singles, Couples, Children
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER The family of Christ is commanded to love our neighbor, so that means singles, couples, and children loving “our neighbor” unique ...
19: Nurturing the Family
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Our enduring and eternal family relationship is that which God has established through His adoption of those of us who belong to Chris...
18: Chapel Programs
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Chapel programs vary widely among military installations and among the branches of the military, but chapels are generally a place whe...
17: The Military Chaplaincy
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Our nation is blessed to have a military chaplaincy, and OCF wants its members to reach out to their chapel staff, build good relation...
16: Christian Mentoring
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Mentors need mentees, and mentees need mentors. This two-way process of spurring one another on in Christian faith, specifically in th...
15: Transitions & Handoffs
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Ensure you stay connected to Biblical fellowship through a PCS or TDY/TAD. You and your group can use the OCF Directory, OCF staff, an...
14: Hosting & Facilitating Bible Study
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER It can be overwhelming to think about being the host or facilitator of a small group Bible study, so this chapter will be an encourage...
13: Starting & Sustaining Fellowship
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER If a small group does not already exist, you can lead a PDO to ask God to grow a local OCF fellowship where you live. We challenge you...
12: Small Group Bible Study
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Small Bible study groups develop resilient, maturing Christian believers who grow in their ability to integrate faith into every area ...
11: Financial Life
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER If you are in the military, then you are managing great wealth. Now consider what it means for God to be the owner of every financial ...
10: Pray-Discover-Obey (PDO)
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER The PDO process emphasizes prayer first, planning second, and obedient action third. This model helps OCF members to be still before G...
9: Engaging in Prayer
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Prayer is personal and corporate, it is spontaneous and intentional, and it changes us as we lay concerns, griefs, praises, thanks, an...
8: Centering on Scripture
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Enduring ministry flows from work that is anchored in the Scriptures. The Bible is a trustworthy, reliable text inspired by God that i...
7: Evangelism
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Followers of Christ must be ready to give an answer for what they believe, why they live a certain way, and for how they face difficul...
6: Integrating Faith and Profession
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Christ-followers are made visible in the way they integrate their faith into every part of their personal and professional lives, expr...
5: Spiritual Habits for Daily Life
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER Developing lifelong habits for spiritual growth, knowledge of God, obedience to His commands, and faithful ambassadorship requires dai...
4: The Military Steward
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER A Christ-like steward-leader is one who thinks, plans, and acts in obedience to our Lord’s directions. The leader will give an accou...
3: The Ministry Pillars of OCF
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER These Pillars express the essential traits of our Fellowship. They speak to what OCF is known for doing, are a summary of OCF prioriti...
2: OCF Distinctives
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER We are a ministry to the military community by those who are serving, or who have served, within the military community so that Biblic...
1: OCF Purpose, Vision, Mission
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS CHAPTER OCF exists to gather Christian military leaders together for Biblical encouragement and growth so the entire military society is impac...