This week’s earthquakes in Turkey and Syria remind us that tragedy can overcome us at any time. The story of an air disaster miraculously averted, though, helps us remember God is working all things together for good, even in the darkest moments

A quickly scribbled diagram on a fast food restaurant napkin becomes a precious souvenir for a couple on the pathway to mission work in Central Asia.

Mistakenly jailed and awaiting an opportunity to defend herself, a woman finds faith and hope in Christ thanks to SIM Nigeria's prison visiting ministry.

Everything changed for sisters Hawa* and Aisha* after a strange dream helped lead them to join a Christian youth camp on the shores of Lake Malawi.

On mission in Canada, a young Sports Friends intern saw first-hand how doing things 'By Prayer' really works.

Thanks to an initiative that empowers even the poorest around the world to serve as mission workers, a mother and daughter in Thailand were able to hear the gospel.

Devastation from February 6th's earthquakes in Turkey continues to impact thousands. Find out how you can join us in supporting those affected.

Like any loving mum, Sanu* dreams of a better life for her children. Thanks to an SIM programme for vulnerable women and children on the streets of Dakha, her dream is becoming possible.

Tia was trafficked by her own parents before being rescued. The pain of the past was a heavy burden, but Tia learned that her identity did not lay in the sins committed against her. She is a daughter of the king.

In Peru, a donated Bible full of 'Post-It' notes helped transform a women arrested for drug trafficking into a ‘new mommy’ for her children back home.

Often, serving in mission looks different from how we first envision it. Read how a worker in Asia is finding a 'sweet-spot' in an environment and role full of unexpected challenges.

Ministry to the Yao of Malawi has resulted in the establishment of a church who, last year, completed and dedicated a brand new building. Now it is helping them to be even more effective among their community.

Forgiveness shown by Sports Friends' workers in Malawi after a physical assault resulted in many people coming to know the love of God in a relationship with Jesus.

Despite having grown up and been active in the church in Poland much of his life, a time of doubt and disconnection led Kuba into a new depth of relationship with God. Now he is seeking to share the good news he found with others in his homeland and beyond.

How Christian compassion shown to a girl tragically suffering from cerebral malaria led to an open door for real hope to enter a Fulani community in West Africa.

SIM For Freedom's Sarah Scott Webb recently spent two weeks with Ukrainian church and denominational leaders, listening as they told their stories and discussed ways we could support them and their people.

Read how a front-footed young woman is seeking to bring social, economic and spiritual change to rural communities in Central Asia by sharing the gospel of hope with people who have never heard it.

Cross-cultural workers in Australia have had the joy of sharing the gospel with refugees, migrants and international students. Read how one of them saw God work in a special way as members of his community were baptised.

As we retell the nativity story this Christmas, it's worth remembering that for two thirds of the world's population, storytelling is the primary way of learning and connecting. AfriGo Magazine's recent storytelling issue encourages us to investigate.

Christmas is a wonderful opportunity to share the hope of Christ for one family serving in Greece. Connecting with locals and migrants, they long to see vibrant churches planted.

Art can focus our thoughts uniquely and communicate truth in powerful ways. Read how a piece by SIM's global arts ministry point person Pete McCarthy encourages us to 'Hold Fast'.

Radio is able to reach people with the gospel when they need it most, and often where no one else can get to them. Find out how God changed Rocio's life through Ecuador's Radio Hope.

A couple in their 60s have ridden 2,500km on a hybrid tandem flying the Ethiopian flag to raise awareness of the work with SIM. Read how their epic journey and unusual bike caught many people's interest along the way.

Over many decades, SIM workers serving with the ‘Sowing Seeds’ project have transformed communities in the Sahel. One of them, Tony Rinaudo, shares his story with us.

Stephen and Heather are using their skills for mission at an age when many might be thinking of retiring. Discover their story.

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.