The Mercy Minute

Children who are receiving free, reconstructive plastic surgery usually have a prolonged stay on board our ships.

Happy New Year from Mercy Ships!

It's not midnight yet — but here at Mercy Ships, we're starting the celebration early.

Francis was 6 months old when his mother, Hannah, noticed a rash on his nose.

At just 10 years old, Isabelle carried a simple dream: to walk like other children.

As a parent, it's heartbreaking to watch your child suffer.

Have you ever wondered what Christmas is like on a Mercy Ship?

This Christmas Eve, joy is shining brightly aboard the Mercy Ships.

The prison doors in Guinea slammed shut behind a teenage boy.

Beth Kirchner is a teacher on a Mercy Ship in Africa.

When Armella was born with a tumor behind her ear, her mother was filled with worry.

On a Mercy Ship, you can find volunteers from more than 60 countries.

Thirteen-year-old Mohamed from Sierra Leone was devastated when he suddenly developed knock knees.

At Mercy Ships, our goal isn't just providing free medical care.

Is there a certain bible verse that brings you comfort?

Rolando and Josefina had known hardship their whole lives.

After a long, hard day on the construction site, frustration was building among the Mercy Ships volunteer team.

Join me with your imagination in a small room aboard one of our hospital ships docked in Africa.

Several years ago, Mercy Ships volunteers decided they wanted to leave a lasting legacy of healing — one that would continue to transform lives long after our hospital ship had sailed away.

Alberto was frustrated.

24-year-old Hari felt like she was being left behind.

Franco worked as a shoeshine boy when he first met volunteers from Mercy Ships.

Can you imagine being so moved by gratitude that you burst into song?