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!
The heat was relentless, and the route followed uneven roads.
Elisabeth often heard comments about how kind, sweet, and beautiful she was.
Carole enjoyed serving on board with Mercy Ships, but it was on the land with the local community where she found her calling.
We first met Gustav in 1994 when he came to Mercy Ships for surgery.
If you've ever met a 5-year-old, you'll know they're full of questions.
Isn't it amazing how God can work in any situation — even through our failures?
17-year-old Sory kept his face completely covered, leaving only a small gap for one eye.
Mercy Ships is about to begin performing surgeries in Ghana.
On the dock beside a Mercy Ship, a woman sat alone on a bench.
On board a Mercy Ship, volunteer surgeon Dr. Gary had spent thousands of hours mentoring an African surgeon named James, equipping him with vital skills to care for patients in his own community.
Little Amara desperately needed surgery to straighten his legs — but it wouldn't be easy.
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 from surgery on our hospital ward.
In the Bible, Jesus says, "Behold, I am making all things new."
No matter how much we know, there's always more to learn.
Have you ever felt God nudging you to do something… but found yourself hesitating?
For years, Charity couldn't bring herself to walk through the doors of her church.
Every parent knows the fear that comes when a child is hurting.
Years ago, Gisèle came to Mercy Ships as a patient.
Today is World Humanitarian Day, a time to honor those who sacrifice so much to help people in need.
Recently, Mercy Ships celebrated an incredible milestone.
Edith was 7 years old when a tumor appeared on her face.
Elvinne spent the first 6 months of her baby's life praying for healing.
One day, children aboard the Mercy Ship decided they wanted to create a mural.
When Leigh first came to Mercy Ships, it was with a heartbreaking story.
Alhassan spent seven years burdened by a swelling in his jaw.
Texas summers had prepared Dr. Jerry for a lot of heat.
Mercy Ships served in Liberia following a civil war that had lasted nearly 14 years.
"Joined-skin" may sound like a childish nickname, but it was a hurtful one that haunted Kadiatu and her mother.
Andrew serves aboard the Mercy Ship, but his role as Purser means his ministry is far from the operating rooms.
Nomathemba was well known in her village for her drunken antics.
Have you ever looked back on a moment in your life and realized the timing could only have come from God?
Thirty years ago, Mercy Ships met an unforgettable woman named Laura.
Many years ago, a carpenter named Juris served aboard the Anastasis.
Many years ago, our first Mercy Ship, the Anastasis, visited the Netherlands.
To Abdou, his wife Jutula was the most beautiful woman in the world.
Looking in the mirror is something most of us do without thinking.
Fourteen-year-old Tera lives in a village where community means everything.
"I'm healed from inside, not just from outside... that's the most important thing."
When Thonie was a teenager, a tumor growing on his neck made him the target of cruel teasing.
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