Every year over 1,500 volunteers rotate through our hospital ships, the Africa Mercy and the Global Mercy.

Ebenezer was playing in a field as most boys do. While running in his sandals Ebenezer did not know that the field had recently been burned. 

While working in her sister's restaurant, a friend called to tell Martha that a ship was coming to Cameroon to give free surgery to people in need.

Dr. Brian Barki went to visit his patient the night before her surgery. 

Three nurses, three surgeons, and two anesthesiologists representing four different countries gathered to prepare for one surgery.

Many in West Africa cook over an open fire, making for a dangerous environment for children. 

Many volunteers on board our hospital ships find that their lives are changed by their patients. 

She was 28 years old and expecting a baby. Gisel was elated with the anticipation of motherhood.

Marie of Togo, West Africa loves to cook. 

A nurse visited each patient in the Mercy Ships hospital ward.