Pediatrician for Loja's children

22 February 2013 — SIM pediatrician Dr. Murray Greenwood is helping to provide a better future for the next generation in Ecuador, both physically and spiritually.

A future for Pablo's children

21 February 2013 — A local man named Pablo was diagnosed with liver failure and given little time to live. The Scholarship Fund stepped in to provide for his children's education.

Teaching prisoners in Chile

14 January 2013 — Claudia Christen trains inmates at one of Chile's most violent prisons in conflict solving and biblical peacemaking.

Worldly success wasn’t enough for the Kings

18 December 2012 — Like many of his peers, Dustan King was convinced the “American dream” was the road to happiness. But it wasn't enough.

Giving to those who give

8 November 2012 — As we witnessed their joy in serving in Christ’s name, we again marveled at the unlimited plans of our immense God. We thought of the truth of the mission teaching we have received about equipping the local people to do the task of mission.

Pedro is a messed up kid

4 November 2012 — Pedro is a messed up kid. At 16, he isn’t allowed back at school and is struggling to find a job. Due to his sketchy past, his family has turned their backs on him.

A thriving spiritual legacy in rural Paraguay

10 October 2012 — Our hearts could not have been happier or just thinking back to when there was not even one believer in this town and now looking around at the believers who had carried out this whole-day meeting complete with the baptism.

SIM USA and Asian Access Receive Award

22 September 2012 — SIM USA and Asian Access jointly received the eXcelerate Award for excellence and innovation in mission partnership at the North American Mission Leader's Conference in September 2012.

New Hand Pump Gushes Clean Water in Bolivia

6 September 2012 — Dale Harlan, SIM civil engineer and veteran of water ministries in Africa and South America, has developed a locally-sustainable hand pump for use in rural Bolivia.

Shoe-Shiners in Bolivia Shine for Christ

2 July 2012 — Before Ramiro came to the Mallasilla Bible Church, he worked on the streets of La Paz, Bolivia, as a shoe shiner. When he came to know Christ, everything changed. Now Ramiro wants all of the thousands of shoe shiners in La Paz to know Christ too.

Student Team to Paraguay Combines Scholarship with Service

21 June 2012 — A new partnership between SIM and the in Edinburg, Texas, has resulted in a team of five students spending ten weeks with SIM ministries in Paraguay.

VAMOS: New Spanish Training Manual Released

26 April 2012 — In March 2012, the SIM Spanish Communication team in Lima, Peru, presented the new and completed interactive missionary preparation Manual called Vamos (Let's Go!).

The Apurímac Quechua Prepare to Read Scripture

20 April 2012 — The ministry of AIDIA in Peru has published several brand new Christian growth and literacy books in the dialect of East Apurímac Quechua.

One Couple's Transformation

19 April 2012 — One evening a woman named Maria came looking for help. She had been physically and emotionally abused and her partner, with whom she lived, also abused her and their ten-year-old daughter. They had quite a difficult life and were ready to separate.

Horse Program Highlights 2011

22 March 2012 — The horse program at Camp La Joya continues to be a highlight in the lives of hundreds of campers, and to be a catalyst in spiritual growth and change for kids.

The Horse Connection

20 March 2012 — It quickly became apparent that this girl was different than the others in her cabin in one regard: she wouldn’t talk. For two days she said nothing to her counselor, her peers, or anyone else at Camp La Joya.

Walking Alongside Peru's Mission Movement

8 March 2012 — Mission mobilization in Peru is so rewarding because the church is already growing in her knowledge and commitment to missions.

The Miracle of the $18,000 Rusty Pipe

29 February 2012 — On rare occasions our Lord works an eye-popping miracle right in front of a crowd – yet no one notices. So it was in Kauca where the township had been without water for four years.

Bio-Sand Filters

23 February 2012 — A project is successfully introducing the first household use of bio-sand technology in Bolivia.

From Tender Saplings to Stately Trees

21 February 2012 — Twelve years ago we planted a few saplings in a bare lot, and carefully built little fences around each one... today they are tall and stately trees that give shade and beauty.

Culture Will Out

14 December 2011 — One missionary doctor's efforts to save the life of a mother and baby have consequences which expose the complexity of cultures and personalities interacting.

HIV and AIDS in Bolivia

2 November 2011 — In anticipation of World AIDS Day, 1 December, Mosoj Chaski Radio will broadcast programs about the HIV/AIDS illness produced in the Quechua language by Quechuas.

Mother-Daughter Relationship Healed

29 September 2011 — When Noemi became a teenager she became rebellious and conflicts with her mother got to such a point that she was thinking about leaving home. Her mother was also frustrated. Yet radio programs from Mosoj Chaski provided a breakthrough...

Security for Sabina

21 September 2011 — The Patchwork Project in Lima, Peru, provides mothers with income and a trade so that they can be at home with their children.

From Latin America to the World

19 September 2011 — God is moving in Latin America, strengthening His church, and calling Latin Americans to serve as missionaries. The energy and creativity emanating from the Latin American churches that are engaging in mission is astonishing.

Building Trust

1 September 2011 — The girl refused for fear it would hurt, and the mom for fear her husband would scold her for authorizing something invasive in his absence. Eventually the girl was wheeled back outside to sit in the sun—trembling, feverish and afraid.

Mosoj Chaski Mini Projects

22 July 2011 — Glimpse four exciting radio initiatives that Mosoj Chaski plans to produce in 2011.

Rescue on Mt. Tunari

21 June 2011 — This story of a nighttime rescue of two injured boys on Mt. Tunari, Bolivia, is fraught with setbacks and danger. Yet in the midst of the cold, dark, and danger, our imperfect protagonist, Paul, reveals for us an emerging image of true rescue.

Police Checkpoint Becomes Divine Encounter

28 April 2011 — Jose talked with the policeman, sharing some insights from Scripture...

Jesus Speaks Your Language

18 April 2011 — After spending hours helping with the recording of the JESUS Film in the Apurimac dialect of Quechua, a language group in Peru, Brendan and Erin Connally were excited to see it come to life....

New Wells for Sapalica

2 March 2011 — What a delight to see this community's pride and joy at their 40 new wells...

Building a Dream

11 February 2011 — When they first came to El Alfarero their lives were brimming with anger and bitterness. Through counseling and discipleship they slowly unraveled the pain and resentment...

Bible Lessons in the Street of the Seven Stabbings

4 February 2011 — Through a ministry known as “Called to be Teachers,” SIM’s Karen Carlson works with a team of four Peruvians, helping teachers not only cover a lesson well but also befriend a child.

Educating for Eternity

31 January 2011 — Paule and Liane Hadley tell their story of moving from the UK to Bolivia to teach at Carachipampa Christian School...

Veronica the Victory Bringer

21 January 2011 — She never met her father, and her mother was always drunk. Running away from home brought her into the arms of Christ...

Compassion for Hermelinda

17 September 2010 — Hermelinda was depressed, anxious, and sleepless as she aimlessly walked the streets of San Francisco, Paraguay in the cold darkness of night. Her family was concerned. Something was very wrong.

What is God Looking for in a Leader?

17 September 2010 — What is God looking for in a leader?

Teo and Bartola's Story

18 August 2010 — A story of God's love in Paraguay.

Sharpening Our Focus in Kenya

21 May 2010 — For two weeks in March I was part of an international team assessing how well SIM is doing in Kenya and whether we are focusing on the right areas of ministry, given the state of the Church and needs within the country.

The Race to Potosí

21 May 2010 — Suzy was in labor, but the hospital in Potosí was two hours away–would the baby make it?

Reaching Rural Towns

4 May 2010 — The Guarani Recording Project is crucial in bringing God's Word to the people of rural Paraguay in their heart language.

Helping Fishermen Fish Again

12 March 2010 — On 2 March 2010, Sharon and Tim joined forces with Kyrios Band (local Christian band, leaders of which work with us here in Koyamentu), purchasing emergency goods, collecting bedding and clothes, etc. for a trip to the small fishing town of Tirúa.

Men Wanted!!

11 March 2010 — We need Christian men who are strong in their faith.

"As We Follow Jesus, He Will Change Us"

8 February 2010 — Thoughts from the Global Leaders Gathering in Nairobi, Kenya, on 22 March 2009.

Pastor and Radio Host, Alistair Begg, Visits Bolivia

3 February 2010 — In January, Pastor Alistair Begg, senior pastor of Parkside Church, Chagrin Falls, OH and radio host of Truth for Life, spent five days in La Paz, Bolivia with Parkside Church missionaries.

Crossroad to the World

29 January 2010 — When you think of "Crossroad to the world"

A Glimpse Into Haiti

28 January 2010 — SIM Associate, Dr. Cindy Anthis recently returned from Haiti where she spent four days with a team from Builders without Borders.

Bible Storying, Not Just for Kids

26 January 2010 — "These stories have the preaching built in, you don't need to add anything."

Provisión: Helping to Mobilize South American Missionaries

26 January 2010 — Sending cross-cultural missionaries is something relatively new for the evangelical church in Chile, but a new national initiative, ProVisión, is making it happpen.

It's Not About You

18 December 2009 — Urbana Conference 2009

Wanted: Ordinary People ... Comfortable with Extraordinary Possibilities

18 November 2009 — Missionaries tend to be a pretty tough-minded and highly motivated group. Otherwise, they wouldn’t go through what they must, to do what they do.

From Potted Plant to Planted Seed

5 November 2009 — An Indian evangelist, Mr. Murthi, once said, “Do not bring us the Gospel as a potted plant. Bring us the seed of the Gospel and plant it in our soil.”

New Director Set to Take Position As U.S. Office Makes Transition

28 October 2009 — The remaining months of 2009 will be a busy time in the SIM USA director’s office. There will be two chairs at the desk, so to speak, as current U.S. Director Dr. Steve Strauss and incoming director Mr. Bruce Johnson work side-by-side.

Surviving a Spiritual Battle

16 October 2009 — Despite the call from her daughter's school, Petronila knew the kind of things that go on at parties and didn't think it was a very healthy place for her teenage daughter to be.

Ruth's Search

16 October 2009 — Like most of the people in the rural Paraguayan town of Caazapa, my friend Ruth was brought up in a Catholic family.

Sharing Jesus—Teaching English in Paraguay

16 October 2009 — “We want to see a generation of adults whose active, personal relationship with Jesus Christ is reflected in every aspect of their lives.” This is the vision of Centro Educativo Internacional (CEI) School in Villarrica, Paraguay.

Wiñana Counselling Centre—Changing Lives

15 October 2009 — Just over a year ago, Wiñana received its first client. It has been steadily growing ever since.

Dolly's Story

9 October 2009 — SIM missionaries Paul and Becky Dreiling were preparing to leave the López family home when Francisco asked them to take a look at their 12-year-old daughter.

What does it really mean to be a Christian?

6 October 2009 — On the outside Joel was excelling in ministry and at the seminary, but he had no peace in his heart.

A Faithful Pastor and a New Church

29 September 2009 — Four years ago there were no Quechua believers in the green pasture lands around the small village of Khari Mayu.

A Very Different Napoleon

31 August 2009 — At 23-years-old, a young man named Napoleon has come "full circle" and is now working with youth who enjoy the ministry of Arequipa Children's Ministries in Peru

Churches Come Together for "Homes for Hope" Concert

28 August 2009 — The Homes for Hope Benefit Concert will be held on Friday, August 14, at Steele Creek Church in Charlotte, NC. You don't want to miss it!

Jim Rendel Creates 2010 Aviation Calendar for IAMA

27 July 2009 — SIM missionary Jim Rendel, in partnership with IAMA (International Association of Missionary Aviation), has produced a calander for 2010 that will be on sale this week at EEA's "AirVenture 2009” in Oshkosh, WI.

Multiplication: Strategy for the World

22 July 2009 — "Through our missionary ministry here, we wish to help launch many new missionaries into a world desperately needing Christ."

A Shy Boy ...

19 June 2009 — As his face went under the water in the cow-trough baptismal, I smiled as I thought back to the first time I saw this boy.

Dreaming the Dreams of God

15 May 2009 — Upon ending my university studies, I decided to surrender my degree to the Lord and told him that I wanted to serve him full-time with all my heart.

Hand in Hand

15 May 2009 — SIM's focus in Latin America says, "Your local church sends you and we help you get there."

Teaching for the Kingdom

12 May 2009 — Steve and Mary Hawthorne receive some heartening feedback after 20 years of mission work.

A "Seeing Eye Donkey?"

4 May 2009 — Antonio lives high in the Andean mountains in primitive isolated conditions. He gradually lost his eyesight 5 years ago.

Koyamentu Center is Dedicated

1 May 2009 — The Koyamentu Training and Retreat Center expansion is now complete and the new building was officially dedicated on March 21, 2009.

Theological Education Strengthens God's Church

27 April 2009 — Pastor Ugarte says that theological education was a significant factor in changing the course of his struggling church in Peru.

Oral Bible Study

17 April 2009 — If there was ever a time to cancel Bible study, tonight was it. Dark clouds were pregnant with rain, the sky was smoky-gray and winds ripped through town sending the dust whirling. I was surprised when Nilsa showed up at 5:00 p.m. ready to teach.

The "Flaw of the Excluded Middle"

9 April 2009 — Dr. Lawrence and Lingling Tan take an honest look at how illnesses are diagnosed, treated and explained by the West and the rest.

Reaching Uruguay with Radio

23 March 2009 — Uruguay has experienced tremendous growth in Christian radio stations, going from zero to more than 50 in just 4 years.

Medical Aid for Spiritual Impact

9 March 2009 — Project brings hope to a mom and her son.

Radio Hope: Reaching People for Christ

19 February 2009 — Radio Hope is reaching Ecuadorians for Christ.

"Wild Child" Turns to Christ

6 February 2009 — Belén was the wild child in her family, a constant source of heartache for her parents. Her body was covered with piercings and body jewelry, and her room was full of paraphernalia for satanic rituals.

SIM-TEC Ministry Transforms Into TEN3

29 January 2009 — Churches in Africa have recognized that education must play a key role in effecting change on their continent and SIM-TEC/TEN3 is responding to this need.

Faith Comes By Hearing—Romans 10:13-17

20 January 2009 — SIM Paraguay is using convenient, new technology to share God's word.

"Between Friends" Group Supports Teen Moms

9 December 2008 — Between Friends is a group helping to restore relationships and provide positive teaching with a Christian focus to teenage mothers in the church.

Preaching Conference Inspires Many Ecuadorian Christians

11 November 2008 — In September, SIM missionary John Woldhuis organized a preaching conference for pastors in Loja province, Ecuador.

Teaching English as Mission in Paraguay

22 October 2008 — Alyssa Lugbill has been teaching English at the Centro Educativo Internacional (International Education Center) for the past two years.

El Alfarero Celebrates Seventh Anniversary

7 October 2008 — In August, the El Alfarero student ministry in Sucre, Bolivia, celebrated seven years of God's faithfulness.

Mobile clinic—a practicum

22 September 2008 — On a cold winter morning, a handful of local believers and a few SIM workers embarked on a short journey to the community of Santa Ursula. It was to be our first mobile medical/evangelistic clinic.

Teens Embrace Evangelism

22 September 2008 — On a summer day in January, a dozen young people paired off and hit the main plaza in Villarica, Paraguay. They were fresh from a two-day evangelism training seminar, in which they had learned to share the Gospel.

A Voice in the Mountains: Discipling by Radio

19 September 2008 — Radio is an important tool for developing church and community leaders throughout Quechua territory in the vast Andes mountains.

Dynamic Leaders, Thriving Churches

19 September 2008 — Through the Equipping Servants Internship program, church leaders in Bolivia are being transformed as they are taught, discipled, and challenged.

Un-mixing Theology: Training Church Leaders

19 September 2008 — Daunting challenges threaten several small, rural congregations in central Chile. They are made up of Mapuche people. Before, their religious life consisted of pagan rituals. Now they are worshiping Jesus Christ.

Arequipa Church Breakfast Programme Shares Christ's Love

9 September 2008 — The little boy came slowly around the corner of the church, dragging his feet along the cobbled path and sliding his body along the brick wall of the church. He was sobbing quietly.

Nationwide Evangelical Ministry Exposition Planned for September

19 August 2008 — From September 25-27, the second FEXPO event will be held in Cochabamba, Bolivia.

Video: Carachipampa Christian School

25 July 2008 — Since 1926, Carachipampa Christian School in Bolivia has been committed to educating and discipling the next generation.

Peruvian Churches Rebuild After Earthquake

18 July 2008 — Through the Peru Earthquake Relief project, ten churches have received funds to help them rebuild after the August 2007 earthquake.

Nowhere to Turn

1 July 2008 — Four years later, confused and desperate for peace, she considered taking her life and the lives of her children as well.

Bolivia Lowland Flood Relief Brought Hope and Help

18 June 2008 — Lesley Kayser reports that through generous gifts to the Trinidad emergency project, she was able to partner with SIM-related churches in the area to reach out with help in Jesus' name

Cotahuasi Christian Radio Broadcasting to Remote Peruvian Villages

27 May 2008 — On May 10, the Cotahuasi Canyon Christian radio station Sendas Cristianas (Christian Paths in English) made its first broadcast

Serving in the Way of Jesus

16 May 2008 — Historically SIM is a mission that has focused on sharing the Good News of Jesus with those who have never heard. But we have always lived this out in a holistic manner.

"Reaching Lima's Families" Project Brings Positive Change in Lima's Shanty Towns

31 March 2008 — After a six-month home assignment, Bill and Jean Williamson were pleased to return to Lima and find that the Reaching Lima's Families project is still encouraging mothers and children who live in poverty.

Training Events Motivating Young Latin American Christians to Mission

13 February 2008 — All across South America, God is using summer mission training camps to teach and equip young Christians about cross-cultural ministry.

Together as One

4 February 2008 — We knew that, in the past, some American mission agencies had not welcomed African American missionary candidates. As we examined our archives, we discovered that we were one such agency.

SIM Bolivia Celebrates 100 Years

3 January 2008 — On December 4, SIM Bolivia celebrated their centenary anniversary.

SIM Launches New Spanish Language Website

21 December 2007 — The new SIM website for Spanish aims to encourage the Latin American church in their role in world mission.

Sharing Christmas in Paraguay

10 December 2007 — One family decides to continue their annual Christmas tradition of giving shoe box gifts to needy children, this time by delivering them to their neighbors.

Check! Innovative Evangelism

5 December 2007 — I sponsor two chess clubs. One meets weekly at our home. The other meets under the stern eyes of armed guards in the towers of this region’s highest security prison.

Deep Love in a Deep Place

5 December 2007 — At 3,354 meters, almost 11,000 feet deep, Cotahuasi is the deepest canyon in the world. It cuts through the Andes mountains of Peru and is home to about 17,000 people in 40 villages perched on its slopes and nestled at its base.

What is the Mission?

4 December 2007 — What is/was the mission of Jesus Christ? There were many dimensions to Jesus' mission.

HIV/AIDS Cube Announced at Global Summit on AIDS and the Church

30 November 2007 — The partnership between SIM and e3 Partners took center stage on the opening night of the third annual "Global Summit on AIDS and the Church."

Making Disciples Who Make Disciples: Young Paraguayans Learn to Share Their Faith

1 November 2007 — Through an evangelism and Christian living class, young people in Cazaapa learned to share their faith with others.

HIV & AIDS Cube Designed to Educate

24 October 2007 — Less than a year after teaming up with e3 Partners, SIM announces the creation of the new HIV & AIDS Cube, which is designed to educate people about the basics of HIV and AIDS.

Video: What Is Emerging Missions?

17 October 2007 — SIM Deputy International Director Dr. Joshua Bogunjoko explains the history of emerging multidirectional missions and SIM's current role in it.

A Call to Commitment

20 September 2007 — During the Seize the Day process, a number of ethos issues emerged. They are part of SIM and have been vital in shaping the organization over its history, but they deserve special mention again at this time of change.

A Stud in my Nose: God's Grace in the Latino Mission Movement

1 September 2007 — “Graciana” has worked for a decade in one of Asia’s restricted-access countries. This woman is guts, grit, and godliness all rolled into one.

Can We Work Together?

1 September 2007 — We prize our diversity. Yet, as Dr. Jonathan Ingleby of Redcliffe College in England says, “Anybody who has tried it will know that working together in multicultural teams is one of the biggest challenges that we have to face in mission”

SIM’s Role in Multidirectional Mission

1 September 2007 — It is exciting to see men and women from Africa, Asia, and Latin America serving alongside colleagues from North America, Europe, and Australasia in sacrificial, cross-cultural mission all over the world!

Chess Club Outreach Making a Difference in Prison

14 June 2007 — Behind the walls of Apurímac's highest security prison, SIM missionary Allen George and his Peruvian coworker Jaime are seeing God at work.

Moving Forward in Business-Based Ministries

4 June 2007 — There are many models in use linking business, mission, and ministry, and so SIM has adopted several guiding principles as it explores the options available.

A Community of Saints and Scholars

1 June 2007 — From the beginning, Bible schools and seminaries have been an important part of SIM's ministry.

A Famine of Words: Reflections on 50 Years of Literature Ministry

1 June 2007 — Former SIM Advocate for Literature and Media Ministries, Jim Mason, reflects on 50 years of service.

Champions Put Their Passion to Work on Priority Areas

1 June 2007 — It is a pleasure to introduce a special group of people who are known as “champions,” not because of awards they’ve received but because of their passion and commitment in areas that are high priorities for SIM.

Rebuilt Lives at El Alfarero

1 June 2007 — Eight months pregnant, frightened, and desperate, Emilia came to Albergue, the refuge for girls in crisis that’s part of El Alfarero (“The Potter”) student ministry.

Festival of Hope Draws Crowds, Exceeds Expectations

15 May 2007 — On the third night of the Festival of Hope, 1,000 people filled the stadium in Yuty, Paraguay. The three-day event organized by "Jesus Responds to the World of Today" was a huge success.

SIM Uruguay Vision Seeks to Build Strong Church

30 April 2007 — God has given SIM a bold vision to strengthen the church in Uruguay. The least evangelical country in South America, Uruguay is a secular society with a strong European influence.

Bolivia's Flood Victims Receive Care from Medical Team

11 April 2007 — Dr. Lawrence Tan and a team of Bolivian doctors traveled from Sucre to the Bolivian lowlands to help provide relief to flood victims.

Latin American Missionaries Making an Impact

2 April 2007 — According to reports from the COMIBAM conference in November 2006, the mission force of Latin Americans continues to grow.

Deep Need in Cotahuasi

20 March 2007 — Cotahuasi Canyon, at almost twice the depth of the Grand Canyon, is officially the deepest canyon on earth. Known by the local people as "forgotten by the rest of Peru," it is an area with deep need for the Gospel of Christ.

"Red/Net" Across Ecuador

1 March 2007 — Years ago I doodled an image of a fishing net, and I colored it red. I was thinking of people links—links that form a living (red) network which can be used to go “fishing.” Jesus said, “I have made you fishers of men.”

Links that Liberate: Partners in Sending

1 March 2007 — Those who send missionaries are recognizing that their “going” can be in all directions. Various kinds of partnerships are emerging between historic SIM sending offices and mission agencies in many other nations.

Picking Up Stones Together

1 March 2007 — Partnerships are like fingers working together to “lift the stone” of lostness and human need around the world.

Reaching Children: Building on Networks

1 March 2007 — "Every child in every village will be able to get to know Jesus.” That vision drove me as I was trying to get children’s ministries started in village churches throughout Apurimac Province, Peru."

Why SIM Cannot Succeed on its Own

1 March 2007 — “Redefin[ing] the basis of our relationships with churches and like-minded organizations” became one of our top 10 changes. So, two years on, how are we doing?

At the Edge of the Unknown: Adriana's Story

26 February 2007 — Adriana is standing on the edge of the great cliff of “change.” And I want to call out to her “Jump! You can do it!” The more she knows who God is and that He will catch her, the sooner she will jump.

The Privilege of Ministering to Children

27 January 2007 — Imagine two candles––a tall one and a short one. Which candle would you choose as “the father” and which would you choose as the “son”?

Radio Touches Lives in Rural Paraguay

23 January 2007 — When you share the message of the Gospel by sending it across radio waves, you never know how far it will reach or how many lives it will touch--until someone comes to thank you.

El Alfarero "Dream Team" Takes Leadership

5 January 2007 — The Student Centre ministry in Sucre, Bolivia, is now in the leadership of local believers.

SIM Hopes to Bring a Spirit of Discipleship to Students During Urbana '06

22 December 2006 — InterVarsity's Urbana '06 conference promises to be the largest ever, and SIM is gearing up to participate.

Casiano's Christmas

13 December 2006 — Christmas provides an opportunity to demonstrate the love of Christ to those who do not know Him. In Bolivia, a committed Christian named Casiano decided to reach out to those in poverty.

Caring So Much it Hurts

1 December 2006 — Rainer’s story illustrates the dead-end hopelessness facing so many children and youth in this barrio called Villa Busch, a suburb of Cochabamba, Bolivia.

Locusts, Blood, and Oil: Reflections on Compassion

1 December 2006 — Compassion is a partnership in dignity restoration. It is always more paradoxical and more transforming to everyone involved than mere alms giving.

Love and Care

1 December 2006 — For several years, we have been reaching out to HIV/AIDS sufferers through our partnership with the Agustin Tomala AIDS Foundation.

The Tan Van Delivers Care

1 December 2006 — We travel in a mobile home/foldable clinic, visiting rural towns, offering medical care, training, and encouragement for the churches.

What Kind of People Does SIM Need?

1 December 2006 — SIM needs servants of the King—people who will work together in community, as part of God’s family, to accomplish His purposes among the nations.

SIM Helping Many to Find Their Place in Medical Mission

28 November 2006 — SIM was one of many mission organizations that participated in Southeast Christian Church's 11th Annual Global Missions Health Conference

Student Café Changes Lives

10 November 2006 — In just one year, we've had countless opportunities to share the love of Christ with students in Ecuador...

The Story of Simón Chavez, Quechua Church Leader

19 October 2006 — God has made Simón Chavez, a humble Quechua man, into a leader of the church. The author of the first ever Quechua devotional book, Simón has seen God at work in his life. This is his story.

Children: More Than the Future of the Church

12 October 2006 — In Peru, children's ministry is allowing the children to have an active part in the life of the church. They are ministering to each other and to the adults.

Radio Hope Announcers Reach Loja's Youth

12 September 2006 — Ramiro and Diego are the newest announcers at Radio Hope. Through their program for youth they are making an impact in Loja, Ecuador.

Radio a Powerful Gospel Tool in Paraguay

1 September 2006 — In Paraguay, radio is broadcasting into homes where there are no Bibles, and announcers are coupling their programs with presentations in the schools.

A Church is Born

1 September 2006 — For three years we studied the Bible with Paraguayans in small groups or one-on-one. Then at last came the day to bring them together for “church.”

Diversity Marks New Leadership Team at SIM International

1 September 2006 — September 1, 2006 marks first day of working together for the new SIM International Leadership Team.

Loving Kids for Christ at Rincón de Alegría

28 August 2006 — In a poor neighborhood of Santiago, Chile, SIM workers Ralph and Claudia Christen are partnering with this Chilean children's ministry.

Calf in the Clinic

2 August 2006 — Can you imagine what it is like to run a mobile medical clinic in the Andes mountains of Peru? As Allen George relates, patients seeking treatment aren't the only visitors

Birth and Rebirth at El Alfarero's New Crisis Pregnancy Center

20 July 2006 — In April, Emilia arrived at El Alfarero eight months pregnant, destitute, and scared.

A Thirsty Lesson

6 July 2006 — Reflections on thirst from the night the well dried up.

The Jesus Loves Children Project

19 June 2006 — Hannelore Zimmerman is equipping children's workers in the mountains of Peru through the Jesus Loves Children Project.

Mission on the Move in Chile

19 June 2006 — God is expanding the reach of Chilean missionaries through the work of Hans and Carmen Ziefle

Why We Are Here

9 June 2006 — Tia came wandering into our house again yesterday. She is our 72 year old neighbor who lives in a little shack of a house next door. In her hands was the skeleton of a broken umbrella.

Called to the City

1 June 2006 — SIM’s recent Seize the Day Review showed that while SIM workers already serve in many urban centers around the world, we need to place even more emphasis on cities. Why? The answer is simple: people!

Knights of the King

1 June 2006 — Knights and heraldry decorate the room as gentlemen from all parts of Lima, Peru, meet to learn together in The School of Biblical Manhood (La Escuela de Caballeros Biblicos).

Love in Any Language

1 June 2006 — In Peru, English classes are opening doors to show university students the love of Christ.

The Multiplication Factor

1 June 2006 — Accessible. Non-threatening. Family-friendly. Portable. This is “The Church in Your House,” a church-planting movement that empowers lay leaders and small groups gathering in Jesus’ name to reach their neighborhoods for Christ.

Mango: The Third Generation

30 May 2006 — God is growing His church in Mango, Ecuador. The Mango church was planted by the church in Churute, which had its miraculous beginning after one man forgave his careless neighbor for burning down his mango trees.

Samuel and Katia: Teaching Together

17 May 2006 — Katia can't read very well so first she was reluctant when I told her that she should be the one who teaches the children. But finally she agreed.

Beautiful Valley, But Not Quite Free

11 May 2006 — A firsthand view of Gonzanamá, Ecuador, from workers who are newly settling into life and ministry.

Cultural Collage

25 April 2006 — As you walk the halls of SIM's International Headquarters, you will find an alphabet-soup of languages, backgrounds, and cultures.

Bolivian Church Embraces Street Children

17 April 2006 — It is hard to spend time in Cochabamba without coming face to face with the effects of domestic violence and poverty on the younger generation.

From the Street to the Street

17 April 2006 — José knows well the life of a child on the streets of Cochabamba. It is a continuous fight for survival against hunger, disease and physical abuse.

Lone Christian on a Long Walk

22 March 2006 — This 20-year-old Christian came from another state, traveling a total of eight hours, to come to my house and tell me how much our Guarani radio programs mean to her.

From Bible Study to Job Leads

8 March 2006 — Recently, we saw two opportunities in our church to assist young people in their effort to get jobs.

Passing it On and On and On

1 March 2006 — The Tamajaq, and hundreds of other groups like them, remind us to equip churches to evangelize and disciple their children and youth, so that never again will the group need to be re-evangelized.

The Church in a New Age of Mission

1 March 2006 — These are immensely exciting days to be engaged in spreading the Gospel as God calls people from all continents, cultures and backgrounds, and gifting to engage in making disciples of all nations.

What Makes a Leader?

1 March 2006 — Join me for a tour of highly creative leadership laboratories in South America. We’ll discover that there’s no single answer to the question, “What makes a leader?”

Profiting from a Loss

24 January 2006 — As Guido was digging near a tall adobe wall at work, the wall collapsed, leaving him with a badly fractured ankle.

Celebration Day in Paraguay

11 January 2006 — Across the pasture was a round, brick watering trough, resembling a well, just big enough for an adult to be baptized in if he first sat, then lay down.

Another Chapter of Acts

1 December 2005 — Quechuan Christians are serving as missionaries to the mountain Quechua who are still waiting to be reached with the gospel.

Emerging Missions

1 December 2005 — The epicenter of gospel activity has shifted. A new emerging mission movement is rising up in Korea, Latin America, China, northeast India, and the Philippines.

Miguel and the Yuquis

1 December 2005 — God is giving me the privilege of mobilizing Miguel and other believers into Bolivia’s growing mission movement.

Breakfast Builds Churches

6 October 2005 — Each day over 200 voluntary church workers prepare food for the children—warm porridge and bread for their physical well-being and spiritual food in the form of a devotional.

Top Ten Ministry Priorities

22 July 2005 — Immediately following the Seize the Day Board of Reference meeting last January, our International Leadership Team came up with a provisional list of mission-wide ministry priorities for SIM. . . .

Taking Risks in an Uncertain World

13 July 2005 — We live in an uncertain world, and those of us involved in mission are often exposed to those uncertainties in distinct ways.

Let the Children Come

8 July 2005 — SIM is praying for more missionaries who are willing to work with children of all ages. No matter what area of ministry your heart loves, your skills may be used to directly impact the lives of children.

Medical Mission Encounters Witchcraft

6 July 2005 — Dr. Lawrence Tan, an Australian doctor in Bolivia, encounters witchcraft, superstitions, and fears that keep his patients in bondage to false beliefs.

Pancakes for Tsunami Victims

28 June 2005 — Who? Me? Organize a benefit to help the Tsunami victims? Are you crazy? But it does sound like fun!

Fluent in Friendship

28 June 2005 — Using English can give missionaries ministry experience from their first day in Peru. SIM wants to make English something more than academics—a door, a bridge, a magnet—for God to call others toward Himself.

Small Town, Big Hell

27 June 2005 — Small town, big hell

Pastors' Book Set Funds Near Half-Way Mark

24 June 2005 — SIM Media visionary Jim Mason reports that the English-language Pastors Book Set project has reached nearly the halfway mark towards the goal of US$1.5 million.

Project Walkabout

21 June 2005 — What will you do with your time, talents and creativity? Anyone can be used by God in world mission. Read how one couple from Australia is stepping out in faith in Bolivia.

Korean Doctors Bring Healing to Paraguay

13 June 2005 — In spite of long hours with little sleep, we had no accidents and no sickness. It took almost military precision and discipline for the team to see and treat more than 1850 people in four days.

Children on the Street

1 June 2005 — God has brought us to Santiago to work alongside Chilean believers offering hope and help children living on the streets.

Danger Prowls the Streets

1 June 2005 — God is using SIM missionaries to help young girls leave life on the streets in Bolivia.

Faith Effects

1 June 2005 — About 80 recommendations emerged from the Seize the Day review, and these will define our road map for the next few years.

Pandemonium of Grace

1 June 2005 — While the world has shifted dramatically, SIM's priority on chidlren has not.

Weaving a Way Out

19 May 2005 — The Qompi Project in Bolivia is a knitting cooperative that provides training and opportunities to earn an income for poor Aymara women and their families...

Trading California Surf for Eternal Waves

14 March 2005 — Tom and Kelly Stout are California kids; they like the sun, the outdoors, and nature. There is no California surf where they live, however. They have been SIM missionaries in Paraguay for over 10 years.

Don Britez' Dirty Heart

1 March 2005 — Unbuttoning his shirt, he bared his chest, and said, “Jesus, here is my heart. Forgive me for the evil things I have done. Come inside to live in me.”

Seize the Day

1 March 2005 — Seize the Day has been a detailed review of SIM’s ministries, contexts and organizational structure.

I Told a Woman She Had AIDS

10 January 2005 — Today has been a hard day—the kind where you just want to lie on your bed and think about anything but what you have just done. A day when you want to hide from the world and its cruelty.