SIM Stories
God’s Word united my family
After losing her job during the pandemic, Tanya connected with an SIM-partnered church plant in Loja, Ecuador, and saw her family become united in Bible study. Read her testimony.
The guiding star
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.
I can’t preach but hand me a wrench
Most come out to South Sudan with the focus of mending broken bodies or guiding hurting hearts. Precious few have the desire to tinker or see how things work. But we need technically-minded mission workers.
Rice for 4,800
In the aftermath of many disasters, God provided powerfully for the hungry through a surprise donor to SIM Niger.
Partners in media ministry
A couple serving in Kenya helped refugee churches produce more than 100 sermons in five different languages.
A missional legacy
Luke and Laura's work with Faithful Witness in Chad may be a fresh start and pioneering ministry, but they have a long heritage in ministry.
Raindrops on tin roofs
People in Niger said the sound of raindrops on tin roofs at night, instead of bringing comfort, now brought fear and dread. And SIM partner Pastor Amos was exhausted.
Bible study aids attract wide audience in Malawi
What started as a solution to a specific need in the Africa Evangelical Church (AEC) has led to high-quality Bible study and devotional books for many denominations throughout Malawi.
Three projects get one home
Three SIM projects in a South Asian country will soon unite on a single property with new facilities once the construction winds down.
Evangelist risks much to provide relief
The evangelist looked me in the eye and asked me very seriously, “Are you remembering to pray for me?” Then, I found out why he so earnestly sought an answer.
Teacher Naomi copes during the pandemic
Naomi has experienced surprise school closures, food shortages, temporary ‘don’t go out’ rules, nearby epidemics and sudden relocations. But with the arrival of COVID-19, she feared what would happen to her ministry.
He saw it himself
God is showing himself. Just ask the SIM workers who walk the villages and refugee camps in South Sudan.
Sprucing up Zoom youth group
Engaging young people in a church setting is difficult during the pandemic, but youth leaders in Latin America have begun to share ideas to make Bible study and fellowship captivating again.
Erica aims for Doro
New Zealand nurse Erica Aarsen is trusting God through the COVID-19 pandemic as she waits to start a long-term placement at Doro Clinic in South Sudan.
Missional fair-trade shop opens in US
While many businesses have been disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, an SIM missional business that partners with Latin American artisans has opened a fair-trade shop in the US.
Aunty Dinah the ambassador
The story of the Kasena people of Chiana, Ghana, demonstrates how God is moving in the hearts of a formally unreached people group.
An audience with Angola’s president
SIM Canada’s Dr Stephen Foster, who has served in Angola for 42 years, shares about an opportunity for collaboration between the government and the church.
Peace of mind
Faithful Witness worker and mental healthcare professional Ann serves in the rural villages of central Africa. There, just like in the rest of the world, people are desperate for peace of mind.
Peter takes refugee ministry online
Weeks into the pandemic, #HowWillTheyHear worker Peter launched five online groups for refugees to study the Bible and grow as disciples.
Q&A: Singleness in missions
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.
SIM Stories
God’s Word united my family
After losing her job during the pandemic, Tanya connected with an SIM-partnered church plant in Loja, Ecuador, and saw her family become united in Bible study. Read her testimony.
The guiding star
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.
I can’t preach but hand me a wrench
Most come out to South Sudan with the focus of mending broken bodies or guiding hurting hearts. Precious few have the desire to tinker or see how things work. But we need technically-minded mission workers.
Rice for 4,800
In the aftermath of many disasters, God provided powerfully for the hungry through a surprise donor to SIM Niger.
Partners in media ministry
A couple serving in Kenya helped refugee churches produce more than 100 sermons in five different languages.
A missional legacy
Luke and Laura's work with Faithful Witness in Chad may be a fresh start and pioneering ministry, but they have a long heritage in ministry.
Raindrops on tin roofs
People in Niger said the sound of raindrops on tin roofs at night, instead of bringing comfort, now brought fear and dread. And SIM partner Pastor Amos was exhausted.
Bible study aids attract wide audience in Malawi
What started as a solution to a specific need in the Africa Evangelical Church (AEC) has led to high-quality Bible study and devotional books for many denominations throughout Malawi.
Three projects get one home
Three SIM projects in a South Asian country will soon unite on a single property with new facilities once the construction winds down.
Evangelist risks much to provide relief
The evangelist looked me in the eye and asked me very seriously, “Are you remembering to pray for me?” Then, I found out why he so earnestly sought an answer.
Teacher Naomi copes during the pandemic
Naomi has experienced surprise school closures, food shortages, temporary ‘don’t go out’ rules, nearby epidemics and sudden relocations. But with the arrival of COVID-19, she feared what would happen to her ministry.
He saw it himself
God is showing himself. Just ask the SIM workers who walk the villages and refugee camps in South Sudan.
Sprucing up Zoom youth group
Engaging young people in a church setting is difficult during the pandemic, but youth leaders in Latin America have begun to share ideas to make Bible study and fellowship captivating again.
Erica aims for Doro
New Zealand nurse Erica Aarsen is trusting God through the COVID-19 pandemic as she waits to start a long-term placement at Doro Clinic in South Sudan.
Missional fair-trade shop opens in US
While many businesses have been disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, an SIM missional business that partners with Latin American artisans has opened a fair-trade shop in the US.
Aunty Dinah the ambassador
The story of the Kasena people of Chiana, Ghana, demonstrates how God is moving in the hearts of a formally unreached people group.
An audience with Angola’s president
SIM Canada’s Dr Stephen Foster, who has served in Angola for 42 years, shares about an opportunity for collaboration between the government and the church.
Peace of mind
Faithful Witness worker and mental healthcare professional Ann serves in the rural villages of central Africa. There, just like in the rest of the world, people are desperate for peace of mind.
Peter takes refugee ministry online
Weeks into the pandemic, #HowWillTheyHear worker Peter launched five online groups for refugees to study the Bible and grow as disciples.
Q&A: Singleness in missions
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.
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