Mercy Ship’s one minute daily feature “The Mercy Minute®” encourages listeners to make a lasting difference in a world of need by following the example of Jesus! Don Stephens explains how it doesn’t matter if you cross the ocean or just a street–you can help those in need!
Did you know that Mercy Ships has its own very school on board?
A friend of Mercy Ships recently inherited a beautiful collection of fine jewelry.
When Hari was born with a cleft lip, his mother, Suzanne, was heartbroken.
When Abubakar's father died, his mother became the sole provider for her family of seven children.
What could be better than two friends volunteering with Mercy Ships?
What if nursing was about more than treating wounds… what if it was about restoring hope?
When 13-year-old Ibrahim arrived at Mercy Ships, the left side of his face was tremendously swollen.
A few weeks ago, Mercy Ships wrapped up our field service in Sierra Leone.
During Mercy Ships' field service in Sierra Leone, we welcomed more than 1500 patients for life-changing surgery.
In a quiet hospital room on board a Mercy Ship, a mother holds her child's hand.
You may have heard Mercy Ships' slogan is “bringing hope and healing” — but what does that actually mean for those we serve?
On board a Mercy Ship, a man named Clifford came for free surgery to remove a tumor.
This is the story of Adama and her twin babies — where blindness met hope, and healing changed everything.
17-year-old Sory kept his face completely covered, leaving only a small gap for one eye.
For many women, their wedding day is one of the best days of their life.
Sierra Leone is a beautiful country on the coast of West Africa, known for its white-sand beaches and vibrant culture.
At Mercy Ships, we serve people who have waited their whole lives for help.
At a Mercy Ships screening, a woman sat alone at the end of a bench.
Have you ever met someone whose joyful personality is infectious?
On board a Mercy Ship, volunteer surgeon Dr. Gary had spent thousands of hours mentoring an African surgeon named James.
Did you know that July is Cleft Condition Awareness Month?
What happens when the care you need simply doesn't exist?
A good leader doesn't walk ahead of their team, but alongside them.
Little Amara desperately needed medical help — but his condition made surgery very risky.
You may know that Mercy Ships provides free surgery to those in need.
One day, a Mercy Ships nurse named Dieke was caring for a woman recovering on the ward.
Could you hold on to hope for six years, enduring pain and ridicule each day?
Soriba sat at the end of an empty hospital bed, his eyes fixed on the door.
Looking in the mirror is something most of us do without thinking.
Providing free surgery is at the heart of Mercy Ships' mission — but what happens when we come across conditions that surgery can't fix?
Sometimes, the greatest gifts we receive inspire us to give back in powerful ways.
14-year-old Tera lives in a village that is rich in community.
One day, a young woman arrived at Mercy Ships with her face wrapped in a towel.
Yesterday, our country celebrated National Children's Day!
Hasanatu, affectionately known as Mama H, came on board a Mercy Ship for free surgery to remove a large facial tumor.
Today, I'd like to share a beautiful African proverb with you that we often use at Mercy Ships.
Bintou was just six months old when her parents noticed a white spot on her right eye.
For many children in the United States, summer is a time of joy and freedom.
Where is the best place you've ever celebrated your birthday?
Isn't it fascinating how one decision can change the course of your life?
Eight years ago, life looked completely different for Edmond.