Experiencing OpenAir
We do what we do because we want to see people’s hearts, lives, and ministries transformed as they experience the freedom that comes from being deeply rooted in God’s unchanging love. We count it a blessing and a privilege to accompany people on that journey of transformation, and we celebrate when we see and hear what God has done.
Here are stories from a few of the people we’ve had the opportunity to serve. If their experiences strike a chord in you or speak to a longing in your heart, we hope you’ll get in touch. We’d love to walk with you.
Tim, pastor in the United States
“My coach's guidance was essential for my sabbatical experience. Through his coaching and the materials I was provided for prayer and reflection, I am leaving my sabbatical experience with a greater awareness and receptivity to the presence and voice of Jesus. I feel better equipped to re-engage my vocation from a new starting point of intimacy with my Savior. I'm so thankful for this experience and for the guidance OpenAir provided during this season of rest, recovery, and renewal.”
Julie, pastor in the United States
“My spiritual direction sessions are my refuge -- precious, rare spaces where I can be my authentic self and be seen, guided, and held with the utmost of care. I bring real issues and big questions and am grateful for the Spirit-led way my director tenderly holds these with me before Jesus. I wish I would've entered into Spiritual Direction long ago.”
T.A., ministry leader in Mexico
“When I met [my coach], I was tired of being in ministry. I was ready to leave it, but God used OpenAir to help me understand that my value in God’s eyes didn’t change whether I was in ministry or not. That I could relax in his love and my identity in him. So God tended to my heart first. He helped me see what’s going on inside me and now I can have a better perspective with the people I work with.”
M.W., pastor in the United States
The retreat leaders were so very present and accepting of where I was. I just needed space to breathe and be heard and known. Even in a virtual environment, sitting in my living room, I could feel their prayers and the benefit of the planning.
Alejandra, ministry leader in Mexico
“I cannot even imagine what this year would have been without shepherding, the discernment process, and spiritual direction. The Discernment Group came as a gift, and it truly was an instrument to help me understand myself more, how God made me, and what was before me. In the end, it was not necessarily about the big decisions, but about what God is doing in my life and how to see him at work. I truly believe that this spiritual resource provided what I needed at this crucial time in my life.”
Courtney, missionary in Europe