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OCF Crosspoint PodcastAccelerate change or lose: A futurist's guide to Biblical leadershipGuest Spotlight Today's episode features more of the conversation between Crosspoint host Josh Jackson and Lt Gen Clint Hinote, USAF (Ret.). Within his 35-year career as a fighter pilot, military strategist, and senior leader, Clint also served as a futurist for the Air Force prior to retiring in 2023. He is now a professor of policy analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. Clint breaks down how to think strategically about the future without getting paralyzed by uncertainty, how to read the signals of change, and how to communicate vision. Whether you're leading in military, mi...
2026-01-3139 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastA new take on the "armor of God": The power of fighting as a unitGuest Spotlight Today's episode features a conversation between Crosspoint host Josh Jackson and LTC Brittany Simmons, USA (Ret.). Brittany served 20 years in the Army Military Police Corps, including deployment to Iraq as a platoon leader from 2004-2005. In this episode, Brittany challenges the common individualistic reading of the Armor of God passage in Ephesians 6. Drawing from her combat experience and understanding of Roman military formations, she explains why Paul's analogy was always meant to be understood not only individually, but also collectively—as a unit linking shields together, not isolated soldiers fighting alone. Sh...
2026-01-1031 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastChristmastime reflections & New Year expectations with CEO/Executive Director Scott FisherToday's episode features Col Scott Fisher, USAF (Ret.), who serves as OCF's CEO and executive director. Throughout his 27 years of service in the U.S. Air Force, Scott and his wife Christie were involved in OCF ministry as Local Leaders across the globe, on OCF Council, and to our chaplains. Scott joins Crosspoint host Josh Jackson to share about the meaning of the Christmas story, to address those facing the unique challenges of military life during the holiday season, and to discuss God's faithfulness to individuals and to the OCF ministry. After also sharing some e...
2025-12-1724 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"Anchored & armed": Meet women's ministry podcast hosts Naomi & MackenzieOCF MINISTRY NEWS Support widows and widowers across OCF this GivingTuesday: Your gift—large or small—directly provides opportunities for widowed members of the OCF family to find comfort, community, and Christ-centered encouragement at our Conference Centers. Visit ocfusa.org/givingtuesday to learn more and donate now. https://www.ocfusa.org/givingtuesday/ Read the latest Annual Impact Report: Visit ocfusa.org/air to check out financial reports, members' stories of impact, and year-in-review reports from OCF Service Academy & Gateways, Regional Coordinators, and Conference Centers. https://www.ocfusa.org/air/ Join OCFers in prayer: Visit ocfusa.org/pip to download...
2025-12-0136 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"No perfect leaders, no perfect lives": 5 common qualities of Biblical leadersOCF MINISTRY NEWS Apply for the youth program manager position: If you are interested in this opportunity at White Sulphur Springs (Manns Choice, Pa.), contact WSS Center Director Paul Robyn (wssdirector@ocfusa.org) or WSS Director of Hospitality Susanne Pappal (wssoffice@ocfusa.org) or call (814) 623-5583 for further information and an application. Support widows and widowers across OCF this GivingTuesday: Your gift—large or small—directly provides opportunities for widowed members of the OCF family to find comfort, community, and Christ-centered encouragement at our Conference Centers. Visit ocfusa.org/givingtuesday to learn more and donate now. ...
2025-11-0133 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"Good leadership lifts others": Practical truths for Biblical leadershipOCF MINISTRY NEWS Keep an eye out for this fall's Connected print newsletter: A digital copy of the newsletter is also available online at ocfusa.org/connected https://www.ocfusa.org/connected/ Serve as the ministry support volunteer position: Check out the full volunteer listing for details and the application. https://www.ocfusa.org/volunteer/ministry-support-volunteer/ Calling all female cadets & mids: Connect with your peers via OCF Sisters in Service's monthly Zoom calls. Find out more on SIS' Instagram: @sisters_in_service_ocf Register for a Winter Retreat session at one...
2025-10-0134 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastBridges instead of islands: The state of the military sisterhoodUPDATED: January 2026 New podcast (subscribe on your favorite podcast app): Anchored & Armed, honest conversations with women navigating faith and military life—whether you're a woman in uniform or love someone who is. OCF Sisterhood page: Program information, 3 ways to get involved, upcoming events & resources, OCF Sisterhood team. OCF MINISTRY NEWS Check out and attend any of these local events: Aspentime Retreat: 26-28 September at Spring Canyon (Buena Vista, Colo.) https://www.springcanyon.org/aspentime/ BBQ Bonanza: 3-4 October at Fort Leavenworth (Kan.) https://www.ocfusa.org/event/fall-bbq-bonanza-2025/ OCF Hampton Roads Re...
2025-09-0233 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastMilitary Brats React: What makes the difference in raising military kidsShow Notes In this second part of "Military Brats React," host Courtney Burdick continues the roundtable conversation with 2LT Dani Volle, USA, ENS Mary Ann Leonard, USN, and Matt Taylor as they reflect on their experiences growing up in military families. Listen to Part 1 here. While the first part of the discussion centered on the challenges and mental health struggles faced by military kids, this episode shifts to the "strengths-based perspective"—seeing the good that can come out of a hard, transient lifestyle—discussed in Josh Jackson's Crosspoint interview with Claire Anderson. Have thou...
2025-08-2836 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastMilitary Brats React: Mental health, faith, and finding strengthIn a recent Crosspoint episode, Josh Jackson and Claire Anderson discussed the "hidden epidemic" of mental health challenges among military kids. In this follow-up conversation, Courtney Burdick hosts three fellow military kids—2LT Dani Volle, USA, ENS Mary Ann Leonard, USN, and Matt Taylor—for a roundtable-style reaction episode. Having met at White Sulphur Springs, OCF's eastern camp and conference center, they discuss stories from their respective military kid experiences, thoughts on Claire's research, and more. Have thoughts or want to share your own experience? Reach out to Courtney at courtney.burdick@ocfusa.org. If yo...
2025-08-2642 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"Just see God at work": Prioritizing Biblical mentorshipOCF MINISTRY NEWS Become findable on the OCF Directory: Visit ocfusa.org/list-me to add or update your group's information on our online directory of Bible studies. Apply for Spring Canyon's Deputy Center Director opening: Check out the job description and apply NLT 15 August. Check out our new Widowed Ministry webpage: Visit ocfusa.org/widowed-ministry/ to access helpful resources, invitations to fellowship, and scholarship funding for summer programs at the Conference Centers. GUEST SPOTLIGHT Why is mentoring important to the Christian in the military? Answering that question and others in this episode are COL Jim Brown...
2025-08-0649 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastChrist & the Constitution: Navigating the "wall of separation between church and state" / July 2025OCF MINISTRY NEWS Sign up for summer programs at the Conference Centers: Visit ocfusa.org/CCexperience to find the right program and week for you at Spring Canyon (Buena Vista, Colo.) or White Sulphur Springs (Manns Choice, Pa.). https://www.ocfusa.org/CCexperience/ Consider your next steps at the Caleb Challenge Career Transition Strategies Workshop (12-14 September): Visit White Sulphur Springs' website to learn more about and sign up for this impactful weekend. https://www.whitesulphursprings.org/event/caleb-challenge-career-transition-strategies-workshop/ Update your information and stay connected: Whether it's your address, military status, rank, contact...
2025-07-011h 00OCF Crosspoint PodcastThe "hidden epidemic" among military children / June 2025OCF MINISTRY NEWS Sign up for summer programs at the Conference Centers: Visit ocfusa.org/CCexperience to find the right program and week for you at Spring Canyon (Buena Vista, Colo.) or White Sulphur Springs (Manns Choice, Pa.). https://www.ocfusa.org/CCexperience/ Connect with OCFers at USNA and USAFA: OCF at USAFA: Pre-Inprocessing Day Reception (Class of 2029), 24 June, Monument, Colo. https://www.ocfusa.org/event/ocf-at-usafa-pre-inprocessing-day-reception-class-of-2029/ USNA OCF: Class of 2029 Open House, 25 June, Annapolis, Md. https://www.ocfusa.org/event/usna-ocf-class-of-2029-open-house/ Volunteer as a Local Leader at...
2025-06-1030 min
OCF Crosspoint PodcastHow Biblical community shaped two military leaders / Crosspoint HighlightsCrosspoint Highlights: Big ideas, short episodes … for your busy schedule Guests: Joshua and Lindsey Bowen From Episode 54: "The importance of small group fellowship." Listen to the full episode here. Highlight Summary: In this Crosspoint Highlight, Joshua and Lindsey Bowen reflect on the lasting impact of biblical community, mentorship, and servant leadership during their time in the military. They share how their early experiences in a diverse OCF small group at Fort Carson shaped their spiritual maturity and inspired them to pour into cadets at West Point years later. From late...
2025-05-2212 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastTrusting our God of hope during grief / May 2025OCF MINISTRY NEWS Sign up for summer programs at the Conference Centers: Visit ocfusa.org/CCexperience to find the right program and week for you at Spring Canyon (Buena Vista, Colo.) or White Sulphur Springs (Manns Choice, Pa.). https://www.ocfusa.org/CCexperience/ Free Bible studies for OCFers and groups: Visit ocfusa.org/library to download, dive in, and leave a rating to help others discover one of these 18 impactful resources. https://www.ocfusa.org/library/ Help us keep the OCF community connected: If you or someone in your OCF circle has celebrated...
2025-05-0936 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastGraciously defending the Christian worldview / Plus, SkillBridge internships / April 2025OCF MINISTRY NEWS Staff changes across the OCF team: Visit ocfusa.org/job-openings to learn more about vacant positions as a result of OCF's ongoing job moves. https://www.ocfusa.org/job-openings/ Sign up for summer programs at the Conference Centers: Visit ocfusa.org/CCexperience to find the right program and week for you at Spring Canyon (Buena Vista, Colo.) or White Sulphur Springs (Manns Choice, Pa.). https://www.ocfusa.org/CCexperience/ Take the next step in growing as a Local Leader: Visit springcanyon.org/3b to learn more about the upcoming OCF...
2025-04-0327 min
Brainy Bits 90—smart science in 90 secondsThe Marshmallow TestIn this episode of Brainy Bits 90, we revisit the famous “marshmallow test” to see if kids today are better at waiting than kids from the 1960s. A new study published in Developmental Psychology suggests modern kids might actually be more patient—but why? We look at what’s changed over the decades, from how kids grow up to what kinds of snacks they find tempting. Spoiler alert: when I asked my little sister if she’d wait for a marshmallow, she just said, “I’ve had better.” Ouch. Brainy Bits 90. OCF.
2025-04-0301 minBrainy Bits 90—smart science in 90 secondsThe Bathtub LoopholeYes, we already have an episode called “Loophole Logic of Kids”… but we love this topic so much, we’re back with more! In this follow-up, inspired by the research published in Child Development, we dive deeper into how kids creatively bend the rules—and what that says about their brains. From climbing into an empty tub to stretch bedtime, to bringing the dog outside to dodge a solo adventure ban, kids are masters of clever compliance. And as it turns out, these mini loopholes may be a big part of how they develop social reasoning and cognitive flexibility. Brainy Bit...
2025-03-3101 minBrainy Bits 90—smart science in 90 secondsTears, Snacks, and Emotional GrowthWhen is a dropped ice cream cone the end of the world—and when is it just… Tuesday? In this episode of Brainy Bits 90, the big sister breaks down a new study on how kids react to bad events —especially when they can’t see it coming or stop it. From juice disasters to Pepper the snack-stealing dog, we explore how kids learn to handle life’s little meltdowns, one mess at a time. Also: Mum says no food on the dinner table. Seriously. Brainy Bits 90. OCF.
2025-03-3101 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastSpecial episode: Global Town Hall 2025 / March 2025This month's special episode enables you to listen to the Global Town Hall, which OCF hosted on 8 February at its Home Office in Colorado Springs, Colo., and over Zoom for members around the world. You'll hear from OCF Council President Dale Holland, OCF CEO/Executive Director Scott Fisher, Director of Field Operations Colin Wooten, Local Leaders Josh and Lindsey Bowen, USMA OCF Field Staff Bob Phillips, and OCF Conference Center Directors Paul Robyn and Kim Hawthorne. After the ministry updates from these individuals, attending members asked a variety of questions of the staff present. If...
2025-03-061h 18OCF Crosspoint PodcastFinding a home away from home / Plus, utilizing the OCF Handbook / February 2025OCF MINISTRY NEWS Watch the latest OCF Global Town Hall: Visit ocfusa.org/gth2025 to watch the Town Hall. https://www.ocfusa.org/gth2025/ Serve and adventure at an OCF Conference Center this spring: Make this March a meaningful mix of service, growth, and adventure through one of these two opportunities. Spring Break Service Project Week, 10-16 March, White Sulphur Springs (Manns Choice, Pa.) https://www.whitesulphursprings.org/event/sbsp-week/ Spring Break Service and Adventure Week, 21-30 March, Spring Canyon (Buena Vista, Colo.) https://www.springcanyon.org/event/spring-break-service-and-adventure-week-2/ ...
2025-02-1244 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastRetired submariner shares the power of persevering prayer / Plus, integrating church and OCF involvement / January 2025OCF MINISTRY NEWS OCF Global Town Hall: Visit ocfusa.org/gth2025 to learn more about and register for the next iteration of this annual, virtual event, scheduled for 8 February. Regional ROTC retreats: Visit ocfusa.org/rotc to find the next regional ROTC retreat near you. Annual impact report: To hear more about Freddy's OCF experience and other stories of impact from our conference centers, field locations, and more, download our Annual Impact Report by visiting ocfusa.org/air2024. Mentoring opportunities: If you're interested in mentoring or being trained in mentoring and want to learn more, visit ocfusa.org/mentori...
2025-01-1853 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastBonus episode: Changing perspectives to overcome bitternessShow Notes In this bonus episode, Josh, Beth, and Corrie explore the challenges of bitterness and resentment in military marriages, highlighting the influence of faith, perspective shifts, and community support. They discuss the importance of diverse friendships, flexibility in family life, and seeking counseling. Emphasizing teamwork, Beth and Corrie share strategies for balancing responsibilities and overcoming feelings of isolation and resentment. Beth introduces insights from her new book for military spouses called "Another Move, God?: 30 Encouragements to Embrace Your Life as a Military Wife," while Corrie shares about her dynamic Instagram platform, @ajoyfulmilspouse, that celebrates mi...
2024-11-141h 21OCF Crosspoint PodcastNovember 2024: Overcoming bitterness; reaching out to ROTC; and OCF ministry newsOCF MINISTRY NEWS New Bible study available: Visit ocfusa.org/suffering to access this newest study, A Faithful Approach to Hardship and Suffering, on our website. GivingTuesday fundraiser: Give the gift of Christlike leadership this GivingTuesday (3 Dec.) by visiting ocfusa.org/givingtuesday and donating now. Job opening at WSS: If you would like more information and/or an application for this ministry opportunity, contact the WSS Center Director Paul Robyn (wssdirector@ocfusa.org) or the WSS Director of Hospitality Susanne Pappal (wssoffice@ocfusa.org), or call the main office via 814-623-5583. Visit...
2024-11-0639 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastOctober 2024: Sharing your faith in the military; OCF membership trends; and OCF ministry newsShow Notes OCF MINISTRY NEWS Job opening at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy: Contact PK Carlton (pk.carlton@ocfusa.org) or Marci Morris (marci.morris@ocfusa.org) for more info, or visit ocfusa.org/job-openings to learn more about and apply for the opening at USCGA. Applications are open until 31 Oct. In His Service Retreat for women in uniform: Visit events.navigators.org/women-in-uniform-in-his-service-retreat-2024 for more details about this retreat coming up in Jefferson, Texas. OCF Mid-Atlantic & Northeast Fall Retreat: Visit whitesulphursprings.org/events to learn more and register, and...
2024-10-0741 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastBonus episode: Seeing the five fingerprints of God in your lifeIn this episode, COL Andy MacLean, USA (Ret.), the coordinator for Latin America at the Association for Christian Conferences, Teaching and Services (ACCTS (https://accts.org/)), discusses the mission of ACCTS and its work in developing Christian leaders in the armed forces worldwide. He shares his experiences working with military communities in Latin America and the challenges and opportunities he encounters. Andy also highlights the upcoming AMCF World Conference and the need for financial support and prayer for the conference's success. Andy then shares his testimony and the five fingerprints of God in his life...
2024-09-191h 07OCF Crosspoint PodcastSeptember 2024: The global military community; veteran involvement in OCF; and OCF ministry newsOCF MINISTRY NEWS Fort Knox OCF update: Continue praying for the ROTC cadets as they've returned to their campuses and begun new semesters. To learn more about and/or get involved with OCF's ROTC ministry, visit ocfusa.org/rotc Connected print newsletters: If you don't receive this biannual piece in your mailbox this fall, be sure to update your info via ocfusa.org/update so that we don't miss you next spring. This fall's newsletter will also be available online at ocfusa.org/connected Ted & Beverly Kaiser: Contact this newest couple on the...
2024-09-1130 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastBonus episode: Finding God's purpose in suffering Show Notes In this bonus episode of OCF Crosspoint, podcast host Josh Jackson continues his discussion with CH(CPT) Michael Will, USA (Ret.), focusing on the theme of hardship and suffering. The conversation delves into defining suffering, recognizing its various sources—such as persecution, sin, and the actions of others—and understanding its impact. They address the dangers of comparison, which can undermine endurance, and emphasize the importance of acknowledging our lack of control as a starting point for discovering God's purpose in suffering. The episode offers practical advice for navigating hardship, including perseve...
2024-08-1536 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastAugust 2024: Seeing God's hand during hardship; enlisted involvement in OCF; and OCF ministry newsShow Notes OCF MINISTRY NEWS New hires; jobs still available on OCF team: While couples have stepped forward to fill open positions at USMA and USCGA on an interim basis, the application window at both West Point and the Coast Guard Academy is now extended to 31 October with an expected start date in the summer of 2025. To learn more and apply, visit our job openings page. Fall programs await at Spring Canyon and White Sulphur Springs: Caleb Challenge Career Transition Strategies Workshop, 13-15 September, at WSS: Jump-start your career transition with a wee...
2024-08-0731 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastJuly 2024: Modeling biblical humility; Christian chaplain challenges; and OCF ministry newsShow Notes OCF MINISTRY NEWS OCF purchased a new staff home at Spring Canyon: To contribute to OCF's purchase of this house, make an online donation to the Refreshing the Canyon Fund. OCF is expanding efforts in ROTC ministry with a new job opening at The Citadel: To learn more about the Council's approval of this opportunity and/or find the link to apply, click here. July marks the halfway point of OCF's conference center ministry: Visit our conference center webpage to learn more about programs and opportunities available later this summer and fall. The AMCF...
2024-07-0937 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastJune 2024, "Not wrong or right, just left or right": Planning ahead for career transitionsCrosspoint Show Notes, June 2024: Today's episode introduces a new format for the OCF Crosspoint podcast. Moving forward, each monthly episode will consist of three segments: OCF ministry news, an "Ask OCF" segment, and an interview with a guest about a particular topic or personal story. Read on for links and details from each of these three segments for June 2024. OCF MINISTRY NEWS Volunteers needed for Fort Knox CST ministry: If interested in leading small groups for cadets during summer training at Fort Knox, particularly in July, reach out to Bob Deckard...
2024-06-0730 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastAn OCF Milestone Moment: The Inaugural Global Town HallIn this special episode of OCF Crosspoint, you're going to hear audio from the inaugural OCF Global Town Hall, which was broadcasted live on 10 February from the new Home Office in Colorado Springs, Colo. The first voice that you're going to hear is OCF Council President Col Dale Holland, USAF (Ret.). He and OCF's CEO / Executive Director, Col Scott Fisher, USAF (Ret.), started by discussing the impactful journey and future visions for OCF. After their opening remarks, the remaining hour or so was used as a Q&A time. During the Q&A portion, you'll...
2024-02-161h 22OCF Crosspoint PodcastPart 3: Spiritual Formation: A Counter-Cultural Approach to Spiritual RenewalToday, you'll hear audio from the conclusion of a speaking session by CH(MAJ) Jake Snodgrass, USA, this past fall at Spring Canyon's Aspentime Retreat. If you're new to OCF and you've never heard of Spring Canyon, it's OCF's western conference and retreat center located near Buena Vista, Colorado. And if you've never heard of Aspentime, it's a weekend getaway at Spring Canyon for Christian military members and families, and it features teaching and small group sessions led by a speaker like CH Snodgrass. Participants at the weekend retreat explored the profound concept of spiritual formation through...
2023-11-2934 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastPart 2: Spiritual Formation: A Counter-Cultural Approach to Spiritual RenewalToday, you'll hear audio from Part 2 of a speaking session by CH(MAJ) Jake Snodgrass, USA, this past fall at Spring Canyon's Aspentime Retreat. If you're new to OCF and you've never heard of Spring Canyon, it's OCF's western conference and retreat center located near Buena Vista, Colorado. And if you've never heard of Aspentime, it's a weekend getaway at Spring Canyon for Christian military members and families, and it features teaching and small group sessions led by a speaker like CH Snodgrass. Participants at the weekend retreat explored the profound concept of spiritual formation through the...
2023-11-1537 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastPart 1: Spiritual Formation: A Counter-Cultural Approach to Spiritual RenewalToday, you'll hear audio from a speaking session by CH(MAJ) Jake Snodgrass, USA, this past fall at Spring Canyon's Aspentime Retreat. If you're new to OCF and you've never heard of Spring Canyon, it's OCF's western conference and retreat center located near Buena Vista, Colorado. And if you've never heard of Aspentime, it's a weekend getaway at Spring Canyon for Christian military members and families, and it features teaching and small group sessions led by a speaker like CH Snodgrass. Participants at the weekend retreat explored the profound concept of spiritual formation through the lens of...
2023-11-0840 min
TraDetector Cafè - Educazione FinanziariaSuperare l'esame OCF al primo tentativo - OTTOBRE mese dell'EDUCAZIONE FINANZIARIAL'esame dell'OCF, l'organismo di vigilanza e tenuta dell'albo unico dei consulenti finanziari è un passaggio obbligato per iniziare l'attività di consulente finanziario. Si tratta di un esame difficile dove la metà dei candidati non riesce a superare l'esame al primo tentativo e in generale le percentuali di successo per ogni sessione sono solo del 60%. In questo episodio spiegheremo il metodo utilizzato da noi e dai nostri studenti per superare con successo l'esame OCF al primo tentativo. Lo studio è importante, ma non si tratta solo di imparare a memoria, si tratta di avere una strategia per memorizzare i concetti chiave. Con l'iscrizione al M...
2023-10-2009 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"Practice what we profess": Three leadership principles for the Christian in the militaryGot an idea for a guest or topic? If you would like to share your own story, complete the form on OCF's "Be a Guest" webpage. Alternatively, if you have an idea for a guest or topic I should consider for a future episode of the show, send an email to podcast@ocfusa.org. Show Notes: Today's guest is Col Jassen Bluto, USAF, (Ret.), a 32-year veteran who commanded four squadrons, served in combat in Iraq, and oversaw physical security and anti-terrorism policy and training at Air National Guard headquarters. He also...
2023-10-1837 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"Get your emotions to work for you": Understanding emotional intelligence as a military leaderGot an idea for a guest or topic? If you would like to share your own story, complete the form on OCF's "Be a Guest" webpage. Alternatively, if you have an idea for a guest or topic I should consider for a future episode of the show, send an email to podcast@ocfusa.org. Show Notes How do emotional intelligence (known as EQ) and leadership go together? What does EQ have to do with leading in the military? How does EQ line up with scripture? Noble Gibbens, also known...
2023-09-2752 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"Camouflage Christian": Living for Christ while serving in the militaryGot an idea for a guest or topic? If you would like to share your own story, complete the form on OCF's "Be a Guest" webpage. Alternatively, if you have an idea for a guest or topic I should consider for a future episode of the show, send an email to podcast@ocfusa.org. Show Notes So many conversations within the OCF community circle back to this question: How ought Christians in the military integrate their faith and profession? One week after graduating from high school, CW4 Rich Smith, USA (Ret.), embar...
2023-09-1323 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"Understand your why": Following Jesus' example of servant leadershipGot an idea for a guest or topic? If you would like to share your own story, complete the form on OCF's "Be a Guest" webpage. Alternatively, if you have an idea for a guest or topic I should consider for a future episode of the show, send an email to podcast@ocfusa.org. Show Notes: After graduating from West Point in 1989, Ricky Preciado served in the Army on active duty for five years then as a reservist for an additional five before shifting into business operations for a variety of manu...
2023-08-2326 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastEstablishing "foundations of resilience": Learning how to bounce back after traumaGot an idea for a guest or topic? If you would like to share your own story, complete the form on OCF's "Be a Guest" webpage. Alternatively, if you have an idea for a guest or topic I should consider for a future episode of the show, send an email to podcast@ocfusa.org. Show Notes What is resilience? Is there a correlation between resilience and the prevalence of suicide in the military? How do you know if you've become resilient? Minutes after leading a session about the topic of resilience during OCF...
2023-08-0949 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"Take the biblical viewpoint": Reframing parents' conversations with kids about sexGot an idea for a guest or topic? If you would like to share your own story, complete the form on OCF's "Be a Guest" webpage. Alternatively, if you have an idea for a guest or topic I should consider for a future episode of the show, send an email to podcast@ocfusa.org Show Notes: Earlier this season, Nicole Breining spoke about her husband's pornography addiction that resulted in betrayal trauma and a serious strain on their relationship. But what impact does pornography addiction have on the rest of the family? Do...
2023-07-2639 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"Struggling in silence": Talking through God's design for sexuality and the single womanStruggling in silenceGot an idea for a guest or topic? If you would like to share your own story, complete the form on OCF's "Be a Guest" webpage. Alternatively, if you have an idea for a guest or topic I should consider for a future episode of the show, send an email to podcast@ocfusa.org. Show Notes: On the heels of several episodes on the topics of pornography and sexuality with CAPT Brent & Nicole Breining, USN (Ret.), Dr. Joy Skarka joins me on the podcast for a similar conversation, except we'll approach this topic...
2023-07-1234 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"Pursue at all costs": Solutions, healing, & recovery from porn addictionShow Notes: CAPT Brent & Nicole Breining, USN (Ret.), return to the podcast today to continue our series on pornography and sexuality. If you haven't listened to the first three episodes in this series, I encourage you to check out those episodes first and then return to hear today's episode as we discuss the three parts of the healing process, resources for recovery, and more. The Breinings break down the three parts of addiction recovery—breaking denial structures, understanding the addictive cycle, and accessing the wound. We then address why we can feel so discouraged by the...
2023-06-2131 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"Rebuilding your beliefs on a foundation of truth": Understanding betrayal traumaShow Notes: CAPT Brent & Nicole Breining, USN (Ret.), return to the podcast today to continue our series on pornography and sexuality. If you haven't listened to the first two episodes in this series, I encourage you to check out those episodes first, get to know Brent and Nicole's story, then return to hear today's episode as we explore the concept of betrayal trauma in the context of marriage and romantic relationships. In this episode, we discuss how the symptoms and effects of betrayal trauma present uniquely in different individuals, then Brent and Nicole share their...
2023-06-0740 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"On your terms or God's terms": Digging deeper into God's design for the human mindGot an idea for a guest or topic? If you would like to share your own story, complete the form on OCF's "Be a Guest" webpage. Alternatively, if you have an idea for a guest or topic I should consider for a future episode of the show, send an email to podcast@ocfusa.org. Show Notes: CAPT Brent & Nicole Breining, USN (Ret.), return to the podcast today to continue our series on pornography and sexuality. If you haven't listened to the first episode in this series, I encourage you to check...
2023-05-2454 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"There is hope": Recovering from pornography addiction Got an idea for a guest or topic? If you would like to share your own story, complete the form on OCF's "Be a Guest" webpage. Alternatively, if you have an idea for a guest or topic I should consider for a future episode of the show, send an email to podcast@ocfusa.org. Show Notes: In January 2023, Pensacola OCF hosted a one-day workshop to discuss sexual brokenness and unwanted sexual behaviors like pornography addiction and to introduce solutions for healing and wholeness. CAPT Brent & Nicole Breining, USN (Ret.), led sessions...
2023-05-1053 min
The OCF HandbookC: A Brief History of OCFThe 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 continued for several years. In [December of] 1943, at the urging of the British Officers’ Christian Union (OCU), leaders incorporated OCU in the United States and was renamed Officers’ Christian Fellowship (OCF) in 1972. This chapter provides a short overview of OCF’s 75+ year history.
The full OCF Handbook can be viewed and downloaded at www.ocfusa.org/handbook. Send thoughts or questions to contact@ocfusa.org.
2023-01-0505 minThe OCF HandbookA: OCF Foundational Statements & Thoughts (Summarized)STATEMENT OF FAITH
STATEMENT OF PARTICIPATION
PURPOSE
VISION
MISSION
PILLARS (CUE LINES)
DISTINCTIVES
GUIDELINES FOR OCF MEMBER CONDUCT (OCF Bylaws)
GUIDELINES FOR OCF LEADER CONDUCT (OCF Bylaws)
OCF FOUNDATIONS GRAPHIC
The full OCF Handbook can be viewed and downloaded at www.ocfusa.org/handbook. Send thoughts or questions to contact@ocfusa.org.
2023-01-0505 minThe OCF Handbook37: OCF’s Home OfficeOur ministry is run and coordinated from OCF’s Home Office, a name harkening back to when OCU communication and accounting was accomplished in the basement of Buck and Louisa Buxton’s home. The Home Office is where most member inquiries are handled and where we respond to your requests for materials to support local fellowships and conferences. Think of the Home Office as a small nerve center that helps connect OCF members to one another by doing things like managing the OCF member database, providing linkups between members, and working to keep the online OCF Directory up to date.
The...
2023-01-0510 minThe OCF Handbook34: The OCF DirectoryIN 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 in fellowship around the world—this connects us to other family members.
The full OCF Handbook can be viewed and downloaded at www.ocfusa.org/handbook. Send thoughts or questions to contact@ocfusa.org.
2022-12-3107 minThe OCF Handbook25: OCF Conference CentersIN THIS CHAPTER
OCF owns two conference centers (Spring Canyon in Colorado and White Sulphur Springs in Pennsylvania) for the purpose of bringing the military community of singles, families, and friends together for mutual growth, edification, rest, and refreshment. Guests should leave the conference centers ready to re-enter the mission field where they live. These conference centers function as home base for many military families, the one place the family visits year after year from pre-commissioning years all the way through post-service years, coming back with children and grandchildren. The centers provide OCF members a depot for spiritual maintenance, a...
2022-12-1609 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastPart 3: When your job and your faith are at odds / Lead to serve, serve to leadShow Notes: For the finale of our three-part series on leadership, Brig Gen Robert "Gwyn" Armfield, USAF (Ret.), former OCF executive director Lt Gen Bruce Fister, USAF (Ret.), and current OCF executive director Col Scott Fisher, USAF (Ret.) discuss how to navigate matters of conscience–circumstances where your job and your faith seem to be at odds. Gwyn, Bruce, and Scott begin this conversation by referencing scripture to shape the way we approach such circumstances, serving as a "biblical blueprint" of sorts. Speaking from personal experiences and conversations with friends of all ages, they remind us...
2022-12-1628 minThe OCF Handbook24: OCF Volunteers Who ParticipateIN THIS CHAPTER
The various seasons of life bring about different abilities and capacities to volunteer within OCF and within your local church. This chapter gives ideas for some of the many ways you can volunteer to serve the military community and OCF by using your gifts, time, talent, and treasure.
The full OCF Handbook can be viewed and downloaded at www.ocfusa.org/handbook. Send thoughts or questions to contact@ocfusa.org.
2022-12-1505 minThe OCF Handbook23: Member Roles Within OCFIN 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 Local Leader, OCF Contact, and OCF Hospitality Home. The OCF Directory also makes OCF Coordinators visible. If someone desires to support a larger area, region, or military specialty as a Coordinator, please contact the OCF Home Office at (800) 424-1984. Finally, our OCF Council members are volunteers who serve on the OCF Council after being elected to this role.
The full OCF Handbook can be viewed and downloaded at www.ocfusa.org/handbook. Send...
2022-12-1509 minThe OCF Handbook21: OCF MembershipIN 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 uniting Christian officers for Biblical fellowship and outreach, equipping and encouraging them to minister effectively in the military society). Regular members determine the direction of our ministry by voting for Council Members
and for changes to the OCF Constitution. Every member of OCF affirms
the Statement of Faith and the Statement of Participation (to participate actively and prayerfully in the ministry of OCF with my time, talents, spiritual gifts, and financial resources). This chapter ad...
2022-12-1507 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastPart 2: How to accept failure as a leader / Lead to serve, serve to leadShow Notes: Today's episode is the second in a 3-part series on leadership, featuring guests Brig Gen Robert "Gwyn" Armfield, USAF (Ret.), former OCF executive director Lt Gen Bruce Fister, USAF (Ret.), and current OCF executive director Col Scott Fisher, USAF (Ret.). The topic that'll be discussed is failure and how to deal with it as a leader in the high-stakes military profession. As my guest Bruce Fister points out, "We're all going to fail at one point … But you have to deal with it because otherwise no one is going to learn from it." So...
2022-11-3030 minThe OCF Handbook3: The Ministry Pillars of OCFIN 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 priorities, and help give focus to ministry work. You can memorize these pillars using the acronym “CUE LINES.” The full OCF Handbook can be viewed and downloaded at www.ocfusa.org/handbook. Send thoughts or questions to contact@ocfusa.org.
2022-11-2005 minThe OCF Handbook2: OCF DistinctivesIN 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 Biblical fellowship happens around the world in a way that positively impacts the entire military community. This chapter helps you answer, “What makes OCF unique in the military ministry space?” The following three distinctives can help you encourage others to become co-laborers in the OCF body as you articulate our place alongside other ministries. The full OCF Handbook can be viewed and downloaded at www.ocfusa.org/handbook. Send thoughts or questions to contact@ocfu...
2022-11-2003 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastPart 1: Being a leader of character / Lead to serve, serve to leadShow Notes: This episode begins a three-part series featuring Brig Gen Robert "Gwyn" Armfield, USAF (Ret.), former OCF executive director Lt Gen Bruce Fister, USAF (Ret.), and current OCF executive director Col Scott Fisher, USAF (Ret.). Speaking from nearly 90 years of combined service in the Air Force, these three leaders share their personal stories as followers of Christ and as military officers. On this first installment, Gwyn, Bruce, and Scott discuss how leaders can approach employing God's Word effectively, integrating the calling to serve in uniform and the calling to serve the Lord, and leading...
2022-11-1142 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"Pursue God… no matter where you are": Finding fellowship beneath the seaShow Notes: Today's episode takes us back to the topic of small groups. If you've listened to some of the more recent episodes of this podcast, you might be asking, "Haven't you guys said enough about small groups already?" In this episode, however, we're going to hit that topic from a slightly different angle as LT Will Parker, USN, and LT Sam Alexander, USN, sit down to talk about their experiences while serving aboard submarines. They discuss the challenges of such a unique environment, the challenges of beginning and maintaining a small group Bible study...
2022-10-2630 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"March or die": Turning to Christ & community in times of traumaShow Notes: Today we're going to talk about a topic that pops up from time to time on the podcast, and that topic is trauma. In this episode, we're going to consider this overarching question: What's a biblical approach to dealing with or healing from trauma? Here to help me answer that question is Jeremy Stalnecker, who served as an infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps. He currently serves as the executive director of the Mighty Oaks Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping America's military warriors and their families suffering from the...
2022-10-0745 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast(S3:E7) How God healed a "performing Christian" from past trauma and abuseThis episode of OCF Crosspoint is a chance to hear from CDR Carl Crabtree, USN (Ret.), who currently serves with his wife, Christy, as the OCF Field Staff Representative at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. A man on a mission in this episode to share how God has healed him from "PTSD, trauma, moral injury, habitual sin," Carl shares about his experiences as a foster-to-adopt kid and onward. While the conversation doesn't get overly detailed or specific, please be advised to listen with care or listen to a different episode altogether if you are still healing...
2022-09-2337 minOCF Crosspoint Podcast"Embrace the suck": Trusting God in all thingsShow Notes: LT Jonathan Gentry, CHC, USN, discusses the seemingly simple concept of trusting God, specifically within the context of Jonathan's calling to the ministry and to the military. Since December 2020, Jonathan has been serving as a chaplain at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, but the Navy chaplaincy was not always on his radar. A Georgia native and pastor's kid, Jonathan wrestled with the same questions many high school graduates face: What should I do next? Where should I go? What career should I pursue? Based on his own love for theatre in high school...
2022-09-0746 min
OCF PodcastBusiness & Ethics
OCF's Conference on Business & Ethics Co-Chairs, Rand Sperry and Randy Redwitz, had the pleasure of interviewing Oscar Gonzalez, Co-CEO of Northgate Gonzalez Market, in the latest Business & Ethics Series. In their interview, Oscar shares the roots of their family business, the secret to their rapid success and how they incorporate their Catholic faith in the company.
We congratulate the Gonzalez family on being this year's Farmers & Merchants Bank Lifetime Achievement Award honorees.
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2022-08-2400 minOCF PodcastBusiness & Ethics
OCF's Conference on Business & Ethics Co-Chairs, Rand Sperry and Randy Redwitz, had the pleasure of interviewing Oscar Gonzalez, Co-CEO of Northgate Gonzalez Market, in the latest Business & Ethics Series. In their interview, Oscar shares the roots of their family business, the secret to their rapid success and how they incorporate their Catholic faith in the company.
We congratulate the Gonzalez family on being this year's Farmers & Merchants Bank Lifetime Achievement Award honorees.
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE VIDEO INTERVIEW ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL
The post Business & Ethics Podcast – Episode 18 appeared fi...
2022-08-2400 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastBalancing relationships and Bible study in a small groupShow Notes: After commissioning through the ROTC program at the University of Missouri, Lt Col JB Kump, USAF (Ret.), spent just over 20 years serving wherever the Air Force sent him. Along the way, he and his wife quickly connected with various OCF and church small groups. The "home-away-from-home" fellowship he and his young family found during an early assignment in Germany provided the prayer and support they needed while stationed overseas, and JB has been an avid advocate for small groups ever since. In this episode of OCF Crosspoint, JB shares what made those small...
2022-08-1728 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastLearning from the VMI ministry model to reach Generation ZShow Notes: CH(COL) Bob Phillips, USA (Ret.), joins us on the podcast today to speak from his 26 years of military service and his ongoing work as the chaplain to the Corps of Cadets at his own alma mater, Virginia Military Institute. Bob shares his stories of coming to faith with his parents, "straddling the fence" in high school and in college, and meeting his wife Tracy, before diving into what his current ministry looks like at VMI. He observes that one of the predominant topics of discussion among cadets and college students across the...
2022-07-2725 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastEmbracing GRACE relations in the body of ChristShow Notes: Jesus follower, wife, mother, military veteran, USAFA '97 graduate, counselor, nutritional healing-foods lover, author. These phrases all describe today's guest, Aurelia Smith. Aurelia served as an active-duty Air Force officer both in the United States and abroad and separated from the military in 2002 as a Captain, and she's been involved with OCF in many capacities since her cadet years. GRACE: God's Reconciliation At Christ's Expense. To say race relations is a complex issue is an understatement, and every facet of this topic cannot be covered in this one episode. Aurelia and I s...
2022-07-1334 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastHow to see past the barriers and share your storyWhat keeps you from sharing your faith with others? I sat down with Capt Ryan McCary, ANG, to talk about this question and others. Ryan shares his own story of growing up in a missionary family, joining AFROTC at the University of Central Florida, and debating between military service and vocational ministry. He recounts his own failures to share his faith and how the Lord changed Him through those experiences, then he offers practical steps on how to be bold in your faith today. Ryan also hosts his own podcast. Check out his MIL SPEC Believer podcast...
2022-06-1544 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastOne Marine's Journey to Live for God, Family, Country, and CorpsI interviewed Maj Chris Reardon, USMC, who shares his testimony as well as his experiences with integrating faith and profession. For some people, that can perhaps be an ambiguous topic. What exactly does it mean to integrate faith and profession? Chris unpacks what that looks like for him as a Marine and shares some practical application. In the spirit of the topic, Chris also talks about his nonprofit called Freedom Fitness America, a fusion of fitness and faith, as a means of integrating his faith and profession and helping others do the same. This conversation...
2022-06-0147 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastNelson Chiaravallotti: "Enduring and faithful pursuit in the face of affliction"This episode marks the end of season 2 of OCF Crosspoint. Thank you to each of our listeners, whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a longtime listener. If you haven't heard each episode this season, be sure to go back to episode 1 and catch up on some amazing stories. Was there an episode that really stood out to you this season? Maybe one that you could relate to on some level or that had some other significance? If so, I'd really like to hear from you. Share your favorite episode with me at podcast...
2021-11-0844 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastAmanda Yashack, part 2: "God is healing me and he is giving me my life back"Hope and healing. If you've ever experienced a trauma, you need both. But how do you know when healing has actually begun? For Capt Amanda Yashack, United States Air Force Reserve, the genesis of the hope and healing that she so desperately needed could have easily gone unnoticed. It began in the back of a church after Sunday services, as a stranger offered Amanda a tissue and sat silently with her as she cried. In the previous episode, Amanda shared the first part of her story, which centered on the trauma she experienced as a...
2021-09-1332 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastGrant Johnson: "Your identity is not wrapped up in the aircraft that you're flying."Think about something in your life that you really, really wanted. It was always on your mind, and when you had the chance to finally grab hold of whatever it was you were wanting or striving toward, you came up short. As we continue this multi-episode focus on the topic of identity, you're going to hear from LT Grant Johnson, USN, as he shares his story of dreaming to be a jet pilot, only to come up short. If you subscribe to OCF's COMMAND magazine, then you might have seen the article on identity in the Fall...
2021-07-1932 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastLynda Johnson: "I no longer see myself as the star of my movie"In this episode, OCF Communications Intern Joshua Schumacher interviews MAJ Lynda Johnson, USA (Ret.). Who am I? That was the big question behind the article that I wrote for COMMAND magazine in the fall of 2020. The article, which focused on the topic of identity, briefly included the story of Lynda Johnson and how her identity was shaken after she was told she couldn't run anymore unless she wanted to risk more damage to her health. As it turns out, there is a whole lot more to her story than what we covered in COMMAND. Today...
2021-07-0529 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastChipu Chu: "I was broken. I needed a savior."In this episode, you'll hear the story of 2nd Lt Chip Chu, USAF. When I interviewed Chip over a year ago, he was still a Firstie at the Air Force Academy. COVID-19 wasn't exactly a household word yet. There was no point of reference or context for things like "flatten the curve," "social distancing," "wear your mask"… or who could forget the "8pm howl" for first responders and medical personnel in the early days of the pandemic? As you listen to Chip's story, here are some questions to ponder: Think of your own story. When was th...
2021-04-2625 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastSeason 2 IntroductionOCF Crosspoint returns April 26 with a new season and new stories of military life at the intersection of faith, family, and profession. In some of the episodes coming up this season, you'll find that struggling through adversity is at least one common thread as guests tell their stories. They all went through their own type of liminal space: They all struggled with the loss of what was, and they all faced the uncertainty, maybe even anxiety of what was next. As you wait for this next season of OCF Crosspoint to launch, take some time t...
2021-04-1803 min
SeguroTIntersa¿Cómo funciona OCF?¿Te has preguntado en dónde trabajan la oveja Lana y Óscar? ¿Cómo conseguir una asesoría gratuita de OCF y cómo contactarnos? En este video respondemos tus preguntas y te explicamos los requisitos con los que debe cumplir un agente de seguros de OCF para poder brindarte este tipo de asesorías o vender productos financieros. #SeguroTInteresa. Para mayor información visita nuestra página https://ocf.com.mx/
2020-12-0416 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastMIDN Isaiah Walker: Finding community can be challengingToday, you're going to hear the story of Midshipman Isaiah Walker, he's a senior in the ROTC program at Ole Miss who has struggled with isolation and the challenges of integrating faith and profession. I first heard about Isaiah from Lt Col Tom Falconer, USAF (Ret.). Tom's a longtime OCF member, and he's also a local leader and area coordinator in the Colorado Springs area. What caught my attention about Isaiah's story is how he found out about OCF in the first place—it was through this podcast. A key takeaway from Isaiah's story comes from his st...
2020-03-0919 min
IusLaw Web Radio - speciali e newsBREAKING NEWS – OCF: “L’ASTENSIONE È LEGITTIMA, NON CI FERMERANNO” – AVV. GIOVANNI MALINCONICO#BreakingNews dedicata all’emergenza coronavirus, con l’Avv. Giovanni Malinconico, Presidente OCF! Solo su IusLaw Webradio!Parliamo con l’Avv. Giovanni MalinconicoCoordinatore OCF“OCF: “L’astensione è legittima. Non ci fermeranno” ”A cura di Domenico Monterisi
2020-03-0605 min
IusLaw Web Radio - speciali e newsBREAKING NEWS – CORONAVIRUS, OCF CHIEDE LO STOP – AVV. GIOVANNI MALINCONICO#BreakingNews della domenica dedicata all’emergenza coronavirus, con l’Avv. Giovanni Malinconico, Presidente OCF! Solo su IusLaw Webradio!Parliamo con l’Avv. Giovanni MalinconicoCoordinatore OCF“Coronavirus, OCF chiede lo STOP”A cura di Domenico Monterisi
2020-03-0411 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastJosh and Lindsey Bowen: The importance of small group fellowshipIf you've been around OCF long enough, then you've no doubt heard about the importance that OCF places on small group fellowships—after all, fellowship is one of our spiritual pillars and it's even in our name. Well, today you're going to hear the story of Joshua and Lindsey Bowen, both captains in the Army. And, while their story contains a few themes, such as mentoring, leadership, and spiritual growth, the one common thread throughout their story is the small group fellowship and the importance that fellowship has played in their lives...going all the way back to...
2020-02-2427 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastCarlos and Sara Estevez: Purpose and perspective in the face of tragedyHave you ever been invited to do something only to wonder…why did I agree to that? My guest today went through something like that, and ultimately, it might have saved her life and the lives of her children. Today, I'm going to share with you the story of CDR Carlos and Sara Estevez, USCG. Carlos is a medical officer assigned to the US Coast Guard Academy. He and Sara arrived at the academy in 2016, and almost immediately got plugged into OCF through Carl Crabtree, the OCF field staff rep based in New London, CT. As...
2020-02-1037 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastCol Darren Duke: Examining a life transformedHappy New Year and thanks for joining me for the first Crosspoint podcast of 2020. Today, we're focusing on the topic of personal transformation with my guest, Col Darren Duke, United States Marine Corps. Col Duke is the Deputy Director of Operations at Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps in Washington, DC. He is a career intelligence and special operations officer and has commanded Marine and Joint special operations in garrison and abroad. Col Duke he will be speaking on the topic of personal transformation at the upcoming Northeast Academy & ROTC Retreat, on 7-9 February at the Toah Nipi...
2020-01-1331 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastEncore with Todd Plotner: 4 lessons for young warriorsAs 2019 comes to an end—with several weeks of travel in my future plus the Christmas holidays—I'm taking a break from the podcast and sharing a series of encore episodes with you. Starting in January, you'll get to hear some fresh, new interviews. As a reminder: encore episodes are episodes that I selected from among the early days of the podcast, and each encore episode will feature only a portion of the original interview, so I encourage you to go back to that episode if you want to hear all of it. The third and final enco...
2019-12-1627 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastKristin Goodrich: Building community in the military sisterhoodWhat do you think of when I say, "Military Sisterhood"? That was the question Kristin Goodrich posed to about 50 women at the beginning of a weekend retreat last March at OCF's White Sulphur Springs Conference Center. One West Point cadet's response stood out amid the varied responses, "Sisterhood? What sisterhood?" Today you're going to hear from Kristin, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate who is now the Executive Officer for Planting Roots, a ministry for Christian military women. She will talk about the importance of building community among women within OCF, the importance of friendships, and will zero in...
2019-11-0428 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastMay a Christian serve in the military?May a Christian serve in the military? When it comes to taking the life of an enemy combatant, how does someone reconcile that with Jesus's command to love your enemy and to pray for him? This past August in Pensacola, Fla., a group of military men and women came together for a panel discussion that addressed a topic they titled "Can you be a Christian and serve in the military?" About 40 to 50 people attended the event, and you can watch the full 90 minutes of the discussion here. One of the members of the panel was...
2019-10-2133 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastNick Koza: Was blind, but now I seeThe story of Captain Nick Koza, USMC, has a few striking similarities with that of the apostle Paul when he was converted on the road to Damascus. However, that's not to imply Captain Koza was going around persecuting and arresting Christians—because he wasn't—but the fact that he wasn't a believer, then was blinded and cared for by some guys he hardly knew, and through that process became a follower of Christ... well, the resemblance to parts of Paul's story is pretty remarkable. As you listen to the conversation with Captain Koza, pay close attention to not...
2019-10-0730 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastBrigit Jogan: Experiencing God on the mountaintop// Episode 44 show notes What comes to mind when you hear that someone had a "mountaintop experience"? Maybe you think about Moses, who hiked back down the mountainside literally glowing because he had been in the presence of God. Or Peter, James, and John—the inner circle of Jesus—who saw Jesus in His true, divine nature as he was transfigured right in front of them. You might recall that was an event that impacted Peter so deeply that he wanted to camp out and build a few memorials for Jesus, Elijah, and Moses. The point is t...
2019-09-2318 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastWhy is wisdom important?When it comes to applications, hardware, computers, and other such devices, plug and play technology is awesome. It allows the discovery of a hardware component in a system without the need for physical device configuration. For example, when you plug in that USB headset, or new mouse, keyboard, or similar device, chances are your computer's PNP technology almost instantly recognizes that new device. Let's apply the PNP process from a biblical perspective: Does wisdom work the same way? When you read through Proverbs, can you just take a single proverb and plug it into a situation and...
2019-07-0136 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastBasic training for the familyIn this episode, pastor and author Dr. Gary Phillips discusses a topic he has titled "Basic Training for the Family: Biblical Principles for Navigating Cultural Minefields." Gary is senior pastor of Signal Mountain Bible Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where he and his wife, Betsy, have served since 1985. Gary earned degrees from Vanderbilt University, Dallas Theological Seminary, and Grace Theological Seminary. He's also the guest speaker at White Sulphur Springs Conference Center during Week 5 of Summer R & R, which runs from July 5-12. If you haven't made plans for that week, or for the rest of th...
2019-05-3134 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastA Soldier's Memorial: Bonus Episode for Memorial DayIn this special Memorial Day bonus episode of OCF Crosspoint, we deviate from our typical episode format of sharing stories of military life, and instead, bring you a devotional from "Leader, Draw Near," a weekly devotional written by Col Larry Simpson, USAF (Ret.), and his wife, Bobbie. The Simpsons are also the OCF field staff reps in the Puget Sound area. The book is available on Amazon in ebook format only. If you'd like a soft cover print copy, contact the OCF Home Office at 800-424-1984. To quote from Bailey Suzio on the website...
2019-05-2708 minOCF Crosspoint PodcastThe Great Commission as a warrior's discipline According to the Barna Group, 51% of U.S. churchgoers have never heard the term Great Commission, found in Matthew 28:18-20. Furthermore, only 37% could pick it out from among a group of Bible verses. So whether you're in the group who has never heard of the Great Commission, or if you know the Great Commission backwards and forwards—while reading it in Greek—stick with us today as our guest, CH LTC Dan Holcomb, USA (Ret.), talks about how the Great Commission relates to what he calls "Disciplines of a Warrior." CH Holcomb is also a guest...
2019-05-2029 min
OCF Crosspoint PodcastIs spiritual warfare real?Today, we're talking about spiritual warfare, and our guest is MG Kurt Fuller, USA (Ret.). MG Fuller served 26 years as a paratrooper, 12 years in the Ranger Regiment, and 6 years in combat, including Grenada, Panama, Desert Storm, Haiti, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan. He's also the guest speaker for week 2 of Summer Celebration, which runs from June 15 to June 22, at our Spring Canyon Conference Center. If you're listening to this episode before June 15, you can get more information and register for Week 2 of Summer Celebration at the Spring Canyon website, or be sure to browse the other summer sessions.
2019-05-0635 min
Svegliati AvvocaturaAUDIZIONI OCF SU RIFORMA PROCESSO CIVILE E DECRETO INGIUNTIVO SEMPLIFICATO – #SvegliatiAvvocaturaAUDIZIONI OCF SU RIFORMA PROCESSO CIVILE E DECRETO INGIUNTIVO SEMPLIFICATO – #SvegliatiAvvocaturaNella puntata di oggi parliamo in esclusiva con:Avv. Sergio PaparoPresidente del COA Firenze e Componente OCFIntervista a cura di: Avv. Pierluigi SerraCon la conduzione di: Avv. Pierluigi Serra e Avv. Domenico MonterisiRegia: Ornella Sala
2019-03-1933 min
2018-12-3157 min
Canale Organismo Congressuale ForenseAssemblea OCF 19-20 ottobre 2018 - Sabato 20 ottobre 2018Assemblea OCF 19-20 ottobre 2018 - Sabato 20 ottobre 2018Questa settimana si riunisce nuovamente l’assemblea dell’Organismo Congressuale Forense presso la “Sala Seminari” sita in Roma, via Ennio Quirino Visconti n. 8 (1° piano), dell’edificio di Cassa Forense, dalle ore 16,00 alle ore 19,00 di venerdì 19 ottobre 2018 e con prosecuzione sabato 20 ottobre 2018, dalle ore 9,30 alle ore 12,30.Questo l’Ordine del Giorno:Venerdì 19 ottobre 20181) Relazione conclusiva del Tesoriere 2) Relazione conclusiva del Segretario 3) Relazione conclusiva del Coordinatore4) Varie ed eventualiSabato 20 ottobre 20181) Insediamento dell’Assemblea2) Elezione del Coordinatore dell’OCF3) Elezione del Segretario dell’OCF4) El...
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Canale Organismo Congressuale ForenseAssemblea OCF 19-20 ottobre 2018 – Venerdì 19 ottobre 2018Questa settimana si riunisce nuovamente l’assemblea dell’Organismo Congressuale Forense presso la “Sala Seminari” sita in Roma, via Ennio Quirino Visconti n. 8 (1° piano), dell’edificio di Cassa Forense, dalle ore 16,00 alle ore 19,00 di venerdì 19 ottobre 2018 e con prosecuzione sabato 20 ottobre 2018, dalle ore 9,30 alle ore 12,30.Questo l’Ordine del Giorno:Venerdì 19 ottobre 20181) Relazione conclusiva del Tesoriere2) Relazione conclusiva del Segretario3) Relazione conclusiva del Coordinatore4) Varie ed eventualiSabato 20 ottobre 20181) Insediamento dell’Assemblea2) Elezione del Coordinatore dell’OCF3) Elezione del Segretario dell’OCF4) Elezione del Tesoriere dell’OCF5) Elezione di n. 4 compon...
2018-10-1938 minSvegliati AvvocaturaMANIFESTAZIONE OCF A BARI|RAPPORTO CENSIS CASSA FORENSE|AVVOCATO DIPENDENTE ESPOSTO MGA - 25 Giugno 2018 #Svegliatiavvocaturawww.webradioiuslaw.it - IusLaw WebRadio Lunedì 25 Giugno 2018 - ore 8.15#SVEGLIATIAVVOCATURA#MANIFESTAZIONE #OCF A #BARI #RAPPORTOCENSIS #CASSAFORENSE - #AVVOCATO #DIPENDENTE #ESPOSTO #MGANe parliamo, in esclusiva, con:- Avv. Donatella Cerè, Consigliera @Consiglio Consiglio Nazionale Forense, intervistata Pino Gallo: "Rapporto Censis e CassaForense, PIL e avvocati."- Avv. Giovanni Malinconico, Segrretario Organismo Congressuale Forense OCF, intervistato da Domenico Monterisi: "OCF sarà a Bari il 26 Giugno per manifestare contro le udienze in tenda."- Guido Lutrario, Esecutivo Nazionale Unione Sindacale di Base, intervistato da Pierluigi Serra: ”Il Sinda...
2018-06-2530 min
Canale Organismo Congressuale ForenseOCF - La Giornata dell'Orgoglio dell'Avvocatura - 16 Febbraio 2018Nota stampa OCF su “Giornata della dignità e dell’orgoglio dell’Avvocatura”“Parliamone prima dei problemi dell’Avvocatura italiana e, soprattutto, ascoltateci di più”. Così il coordinatore dell’Organismo congressuale forense, in apertura della “Giornata della dignità e dell’orgoglio dell’Avvocatura” organizzata a Roma al teatro Adriano e moderata dal giornalista de ILSOLE24ORE, Giovanni Negri. Una occasione per chiedere alla politica, venti giorni prima delle elezioni che determineranno chi guiderà il Paese nel prossimo quinquennio, un impegno chiaro su alcune richieste, prima tra tutte, sulla costituzionalizzazione del ruolo dell’avvocato, non come presenza occasionale ma come coessenziale per il sistema dem...
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