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New Mercies

Mercy Ships

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Frequency: 1 episode/8d. Total Eps: 98

A podcast by Mercy Ships where we’ll take you behind the scenes and onboard our incredible hospital ships that are changing lives all over the world.

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🇫🇷 France - nonProfit
02/09/2026
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30/08/2026
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Emmanuel: God With Us

Season 4 · Episode 19

Monday, December 25, 2023 • Duration 06:25

Emmanuel thought he was just experiencing a toothache. But that pain gave way to a bump that grew to the size of his fist. Having heard about a ship that might be able to help him, Emmanuel prayed for the ship to come. His prayers were answered as the Global Mercy docked in Freetown, Sierra Leone — Emmanuel’s home country.

Emmanuel was the first patient in Sierra Leone to receive free surgery on board the Global Mercy. This surgery put to rest his fears and worry over his health.

In this episode, you will hear Emmanuel’s story of hope and healing. You will also hear about the special man who helped him through his recovery and why that was so meaningful.

Emmanuel means God with us. Today we celebrate the day God came to be with us as a baby, Jesus. We are grateful that our God knows our burdens and fears. He knows our worries and concerns. In the midst of those, He has come to be with us. We are not alone. Merry Christmas.

For more information about Mercy Ships and how you can find your place on board, visit www.opportunities.mercyships.org       

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Diarra: Joy for the Future

Season 4 · Episode 18

Monday, December 18, 2023 • Duration 05:55

This is the month of Advent when we reflect on Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. We will be sharing stories of God’s miracles that have changed the lives of four very special people. In December you will get to hear about the lives that have been transformed by the love of Jesus, shown through Mercy Ships volunteers. 

This week we focus on Diarra’s story that brought JOY. Diarra was a young teenager when she experienced a toothache. Then a small bump formed in her mouth and soon that bump became a growing tumor. For many years she searched for help until she heard about Mercy Ships on the radio.

Joy came when Diarra received free surgery that removed her tumor and opened the doors to live out her dreams. In this episode you’ll hear Diarra’s story of searching for help, her supportive family, and the gift of joy that came not only to her, but to her husband and daughter as well.

For more information about Mercy Ships and how you can find your place on board, visit www.opportunities.mercyships.org       

Follow us on Instagram at New Mercies Podcast  

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Larry Mast: A Long Obedience In the Same Direction

Season 4 · Episode 9

Monday, October 16, 2023 • Duration 25:37

Larry Mast is truly considered a hero of the faith, serving on the mission flied for over 59 years, 39 of which have been with Mercy Ships! As a young man, Larry dreamed of a life of outdoor adventure and followed that dream all over the world, sharing the hope of Jesus. Larry is one of the few people to have served on every Mercy Ships vessel and tells us which is his favorite in this episode.

Also in this episode, Larry shares powerful stories of God’s miracles, life lessons and his hopes for the future of Mercy Ships. Larry is sure to inspire you with his life of obedience and adventure as he has served the Lord.

Larry has also written three books: Staying on the Trail Through Trials, Along the Road, and The Road Less Traveled.

For more information about Mercy Ships, visit www.mercyships.org

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Estevam Silva: Gaining Wisdom and Cultural Knowledge On Board

Season 4 · Episode 8

Monday, October 2, 2023 • Duration 27:01

Estevam Silva spent seven years growing up on the Africa Mercy, thousands of miles away from his home country of Brazil. His father is a mariner and whereas most jobs at
sea mean leaving your family behind for several months, with Mercy Ships, your family comes with you! As Chief Officer, Estevam’s father brought his family to serve with him and afforded his children an opportunity to meet people from all over the world and be agents of hope and healing.

In this episode, Estevam shares some highlight moments of growing up on board — getting to experience some “typical teenager” things while being in a most non-typical environment! He tells about growing in his faith, gaining wisdom through relationships with the adults on board and learning about different cultures.

Wise beyond his years, Estevam will give you some deep things to ponder, while making you laugh.

For more information about Mercy Ships, visit www.mercyships.org

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Remy van den Bogaerdt: Equipping the Littlest Crew Members and Caring for Families

Season 4 · Episode 7

Monday, September 25, 2023 • Duration 27:40

Remy was a teacher in her home country, The Netherlands, for 8 years when she began to feel that change was coming. Knowing about Mercy Ships, Remy didn’t realize
there were volunteer teachers on board! She eagerly applied for a 2 year
commitment and 11 years later, she’s still caring for children and families on board our
ships.

With a passion for children’s development, not only academically, but socially and emotionally, Remy began to equip children for the transition to ship life and help families navigate this big life change when coming aboard.

In this episode, Remy shares about how hard times bring community together, the importance of showing children that they are valued, and her own time of self-discovery
on board.

If you’ve ever wondered about bringing your family on board and how the transition will be for your children — you won’t want to miss this episode.

For more information about Mercy Ships, visit www.mercyships.org    

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Trina Laidlaw: Providing Nutrition For Patients

Season 4 · Episode 6

Monday, September 18, 2023 • Duration 29:14

Trina Laidlaw studied to be a dietician, hoping to land a big job in a fancy hospital, but God had other plans. Working in a rural clinic for almost 10 years meant she learned many skills through seeing a wide range of patients in all stages of life that she would
not have in a city hospital. However, Trina worried her rural experience was not enough to volunteer with Mercy Ships — she couldn’t have been more wrong!

Now in Sierra Leone for her third field service, Trina is excited to help undernourished
patients reach their goal weight for a safe surgery. She knows the need is great but is confident in what God will do.

In this episode, Trina shares about her journey to Mercy Ships, the new skills she’s
learned and the joy of watching lives be transformed both inside and out.

For more information about Mercy Ships, visit www.mercyships.org    

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Diane Rickard: Telling the Stories of Mercy Ships

Season 4 · Episode 5

Monday, September 11, 2023 • Duration 30:00

Diane Rickard first joined Mercy Ships in 1982 doing public relations for the organization. Now, with a Mercy Ships history that spans 40 years, Diane says there has always been a strong sense of purpose and never a dull moment! Why stick around for 40 years? From day one, Diane recalls, “The commitment, the vision, the uniqueness and the opportunity just all struck me — that it was something I was born for.”

Currently serving as the International Media Relations Manager, Diane helps share the stories of crew and patients on board — stories that build pathways for people to be inspired and get involved.

In this episode, Diane shares about the early days of Mercy Ships and her involvement. She tells about working with media teams on board, patient stories that have stuck with her, and the rewards that have come from telling the stories of lives that have been transformed.

For more information about Mercy Ships, visit www.mercyships.org    

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Dr. Sandra Lako: Serving the People of Sierra Leone

Season 4 · Episode 4

Tuesday, September 5, 2023 • Duration 32:05

Sandra Lako was born in The Netherlands but grew up on board the Anastasis where she spent much time playing with patients in the hospital. What might be uncomfortable for some was normal for Sandra and she was not bothered by the sights and sounds of a hospital.

Sandra later became Dr. Sandra Lako and has been practicing medicine now for over 17 years in Sierra Leone. In this beautiful country, she’s seen the need for safe surgery and medical care. But, she has also seen the resilience and determination of the people she works alongside. Dr. Sandra is excited to have the Global Mercy in Sierra Leone as she works with Mercy Ships to bring hope and healing to the Sierra Leoneans.

In this episode, Dr. Sandra shares some fun childhood memories on the Anastasis. She tells about the moment she knew she wanted to go into medicine and the gift of living and working in Sierra Leone. Dr. Sandra is sure to fill you with hope that God is moving and doing great things amongst those in need in West Africa.

For more information about Mercy Ships, visit www.mercyships.org   

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Shawn Thompson: Making the Mission His Own

Season 4 · Episode 3

Monday, August 28, 2023 • Duration 39:51

Season 4, Episode 3

It was a family day trip to tour the Caribbean Mercy off the coast of North Carolina that changed Shawn Thompson’s life. On that tour, his parents felt called to leave North Carolina and serve with Mercy Ships. Shawn was only 2 years old when his family moved to Nicaragua to begin their Mercy Ships adventure.

After seven years in Central America, Shawn’s family moved to Texas to continue working with Mercy Ships at the headquarters. Having grown up around the organization, Shawn would grab part time jobs at Mercy Ships during the summer. But once his schooling was complete, he had to decide if Mercy Ships was his family’s calling or his own.

In this episode, Shawn shares about the moment Mercy Ships’ mission became his own, the impact of volunteering on board, and the people and patients that have impacted his life forever.

For more information about Mercy Ships, visit www.mercyships.org

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David Kpakiwa: Back Home with Mercy Ships in Sierra Leone

Season 4 · Episode 2

Monday, August 21, 2023 • Duration 41:39

Sierra Leonian, David Kpakiwa, had a tough childhood that would have discouraged most. But David was instead empowered by his circumstances and given a heart of compassion to help others in need.

When he heard about Mercy Ships and the work we do, David knew he had to be a part of this mission. From local worker to deck administrator, housekeeper to advance team member — David is now back in his home country of Sierra Leone, preparing the way for
the arrival of the Global Mercy.

In this episode, David shares his incredible journey that led him to Mercy Ships, including civil wars, becoming a refugee, and God’s great provision. David’s
faith and trust in God will encourage you and his empathetic heart will bless yours.

For more information about Mercy Ships, visit www.mercyships.org  

Read more from David at www.davidsailing.com

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