I imagine the fields were fairly quiet that night. Maybe a bit of bleating from the sheep. Perhaps some chatting between shepherds. But it was a fairly peaceful night.

We often say that our volunteers are the “heartbeat” of our mission of hope and healing. These amazing men and women dedicate their lives every day to embody the love of Jesus, showcasing that love in practical ways.

Emmanuel, just 3 years old, faced a daunting battle against a rare disorder. A small growth had appeared on his face when he was just a baby.

Tani’s life has been hard. When she was only a year old, a fire spread in her home.

It’s volunteer spotlight time! Today we are so grateful for our friend Dieke who works as a nurse on board!

Some of our favorite stories of our earlier years is of the ways our volunteers created hope and healing outside of the hospital. 

When Hawa told her neighbors about Mercy Ships, they laughed at her.

Our crew aboard the Africa Mercy are heading for a quick season of maintenance. So, join us today in prayer!

One day our volunteer crew were out looking for patients. As they performed screening after screening, they came across a unique situation.

Today, we want to spotlight volunteer Josefin Tapper, who is mark-ing her eighth journey with Mercy Ships!