As we think about the impact of HIV in our world, Windows of Hope in Zimbabwe gives us a picture of how lives can change and how we can be involved in changing them.

Spring of Life Centre, based at ECWA hospital in Egbe Nigeria, is changing people's futures through services geared to prevent mother-to-child transmission of HIV. Read Yetunde's* story to find out more.

When Ratna, still a young girl, discovered she was HIV positive she thought her life no longer had any value. With care from SIM and Hope fo Life's partners 'Shalom', she began to shine again.

To celebrate their tenth anniversary, Hope for Life in Thailand have commissioned a series of videos documenting how God changed the nature of HIV care as they ministered His love. Read and watch their incredible story.

This year we, are urged to ‘Equalise’– to deal with the inequalities that are hindering progress towards ending AIDS. For more than 20 years, across 12 countries, SIM's Hope for Life projects have been seeking to do just that.

Read how Sports Friends' gospel ministry in Malawi helped change Chinkwita's life from thieving and terrorising to teaching and evangelising.

A key achievement of cross-cultural worker Lawrence Jah’s ministry is launching the first African choir in a church that’s 50% white Scots and 50% from the rest of the world. Now, they are getting ready for Christmas…

SIM worker Mary Haile serves out of a church in central London. One of her ministries includes teaching English as a second language to students from all over the world. Students are exposed to the bible through these lessons, including one participant who made a life-changing decision to follow Christ.

Simon Stretton-Downes, serving long term in Liberia, has been honoured in the UK for dentistry services in Liberia.

Chesoa's life was missing something. He was headed down a violent path when he heard a Sports Friends coach teach out of 1 Corinthians. The gospel miraculously changed Chesoa's life. He is now a Sports Friends coach himself and a minister of hope for youth in central Malawi.

Following God is hard. Sometimes it’s at odds with our desire to make our family proud. But when we follow, we often get to see people come to faith in Christ. Read the testimony of one person who came to the Middle East and saw the family of God expand.

As one blow after another assails this nation, the phrase above often carries the meaning: “There’s been another problem. This is life here, what did you expect? ” When Miriam* arrived in September to teach at a big Christian school near the capital, she learned many things fast.

SIM worker Kate, serving in the Middle East, shares some Christmas memories of her ministry in regions where Christ was born and the church was founded.

The massive explosion at Beirut’s port on 4 August has brought fresh devastation to the people of Lebanon. Find out how to help the immediate needs.

Harriet became a Christian after experiencing the love of Christ through both a christian neighbour and a mission worker. Harriet endured many trials after giving her life to Christ, but she continues to live as a faithful witness by sharing Christ with her family and reading the bible with local Christians.

Hilary, serving as a teacher in Namibia, is adjusting to an online classroom of 27 six-year-olds due to the pandemic lockdown. Find out how her ministry continues with some stark changes.

Lois*, a 50-year-old widow, has met severe difficulties, but since involvement with SIM’s HIV ministry, God has provided resources to sustain her during COVID and HIV complications.  

Read how God surprised leadership coach Mariah* during the pandemic, allowing her to connect with and train people from all over the world.

New relationships surprise an anonymous central Asia SIM worker.

Hearing God's voice on a train led a businessman in the world of organised crime to become a Christian and church leader. Now, he wants to see the transforming grace he experienced touch the lives of others.

Missional business creates avenues for work and relationships to people in need

There are few Christians in North Africa. They need brothers and sisters to come and stand with them. Read how Sub-Saharan Christians are indeed hearing the call from the North, “Come over and help us!” and are responding.

Language and culture education business creates employment and ministry opportunities.

SIM values all stages of life, and singleness is no exception. Find out about the unique needs and experiences of this group from SIM member Nancy.

While many young people in their 20s move to new cities for their jobs, Will* has moved to a new continent. He is preparing to serve God in the Middle East.

How have churches adjusted now that the coronavirus has prevented group meetings? Read on to find out how church fellowship has changed.

God can use a single camper to transform an entire village for His fame — we've witnessed it.

Imagine you were one of the only believers among your people. Your friends, neighbors and loved ones knew nothing of the forgiveness, salvation and beautiful promises of Jesus. How would you feel? This is the reality for Oumar*, a Hassaniya brother in Christ from Mali whose prayers have gone before the Lord for his people for many years.

In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, SIM’s medical ministry network is equipping hospitals and healthcare workers around the world for what lies ahead. Can you help?

Every now and again, an event almost universally brings collective grief and mourning. Grief spills over and can’t be brushed aside.

In light of war in Ukraine, we've gathered a list of like-minded organisations that are assisting those in need in the country and refugees in nearby countries.

SIM leadership worked on a new summary of our core values in 2022. In the summary, that commitment to biblical truth remains central.

Many do not know the full lives SIM retirees have led, especially those who have now passed away. But they continue to inspire as giants of faith.

When Tohru was checking prayer letters for his team, a personal prayer stood out. It was emailed to supporters and family but addressed to God.

Enock faithfully served God despite being ambushed and injured.

What if a movement of the gospel happened among the Fulani, a group of nomadic travellers moving across the Sahel from West Africa to as far east as Ethiopia?

In the midst of a harsh childhood, Regie Wang encountered God's love – now she inspires the Church to do missions.

Many people use Google to find answers to everyday questions or even to make major decisions. An internet search can also lead people into cross-cultural ministry.

SIM has taken urgent steps to help our workers and the communities they serve respond appropriately to the growing spread of COVID-19 through the coronavirus.

Are you looking for gifts that support missions? Check out our five ideas for missional-minded Christmas shopping.

SIM’s Hope for Life ministry just launched a new website – hopeforlife.net. Check it out to see how they're ministering to HIV-affected communities.

God guided SIM worker Angelica to a conversation about the stars with one Muslim colleague, so she could speak about the Christ Child and those who came to worship him through a star sighting.

Discover a brilliant new learning and teaching resource, created and made available for free to help inspire the next generation into mission.

SIM International Director Dr Joshua Bogunjoko addressed the reality of racism as abuse in an interview with long-time friend and Prairie College President Mark Maxwell. Watch their conversation now.

Through an incredible encounter of God’s power, Mustafa became a believer — but his friend Nabi made plans to kill him.

Cross-cultural work has many challenges, not least helping mothers and children navigate big life changes. How does SIM provide care for families whose calling leads them through unsettled circumstances?

Jesus’ gracious gift of salvation inspires many people to charitable acts, especially during the holidays. But would you let someone you don’t know cut your hair? Or be prepared to give a haircut to a trusting soul?

Life can often be difficult for women and children living in Central Asia. A new crisis centre aims to equip these women with practical and occupational training, as well as medical and psychological care. Through God's faithfulness the centre is now being constructed.

Young Legends began as a bright idea in Cape Town. Now, this sports ministry is growing to shed gospel light across South Africa. Find out how it started, and how SIM is helping to rescue young lives from the shadows of hopelessness.

God showed the Maphosas and the Haddads that children in southern Africa need good foundations for living healthy lives and avoiding dangerous illnesses. They've now helped more than 20,000 children across the region! Read about their work.