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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. Whether your home is on land or sea, everyone has the ability to bring hope, one action at a time! 

Feb 27, 2015

Many women in Africa suffer from a childbirth injury called obstetric fistula.  They come to our hospital ship feeling hopeless and rejected.  But a free surgery restores their health and their lives.  Volunteer ward nurse Paula describes the special ceremony that celebrates this transformation.


Feb 26, 2015

Veronica Hache was the assistant director of a rehab service at a hospital.  But she gave up her job to volunteer with Wheels for the World, a program run by Joni and Friends.


Feb 25, 2015

On our hospital ship, we have a “Celebration of Sight” for patients whose sight has been restored through free cataract surgery.  Listen to the “eye witness” account of a crewmember.


Feb 24, 2015

In a moment of desperation, Jessica walked into a local supermarket and shoplifted $300 in groceries.  She was caught!  Officer Vicki Thomas of the Miami-Dade Police Department, asked Robles why she was stealing.  


Feb 23, 2015

Dentist Mark Bullock volunteered with Mercy Ships in Congo.  Facing patients with extreme dental problems on a daily basis can be exhausting.