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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. 

Mariama's children meant everything to her.

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. 

"Can't you see me, Grandma?"

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. 

This week is a special one for Mercy Ships.

For years, every step Rosia took was painful.

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.

Evie spent her senior year a little differently than most. 

Mercy Ships served in Liberia following a civil war that had lasted nearly 14 years. 

"What did I do wrong?" 

"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. 

A 76-year-old man sat with his head in his hands.

Many years ago, a carpenter named Juris served aboard the Anastasis.

Elaine has a passion for helping others. 

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.

Hiding in the shadows is a lonely way to live.

Fourteen-year-old Tera lives in a village where community means everything.

What can you do in 30 minutes?

"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. 

If you listen closely on board a Mercy Ship, you'll hear something special.

Daouda remembers the fear he felt when he first saw his newborn son,  Mohamed.

When Angie's friend sent her a Facebook message about volunteering with Mercy Ships, it sounded like a great opportunity — but the timing wasn't right.