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A collection of stories, articles and reflections written or submitted by various Servants workers.

Homework Clubs Starting in Cambodia

Posted On April 18, 2012

6pm. I like evenings in Cambodia, as the air gets a bit cooler and people are out in the alleys chatting. What gives me great… Read More →


In Memory of Helen Sidebotham

Posted On January 30, 2012

An international leader and beloved member of the Servants family passed away suddenly about midnight Friday evening after spending the week at our annual International… Read More →


Abundance

Posted On October 13, 2011

During fasting month we would often break fast with our neighbors, usually one family at a time. But one evening, we hosted a breaking fast… Read More →


Parenting in the Slums

Posted On September 29, 2011

Our family falls into the probably rather small category of Westerners parenting in slums. We are living outside of our home culture in a rapidly… Read More →


Dream with us for Jakarta…

Posted On September 2, 2011

If you are looking for a role in a pioneering team in the most populous Muslim nation on earth, read on.  The existing Servants Jakarta… Read More →


Is Jesus Tapping on your Window?

Posted On September 1, 2011

My name is Julian Doorey, a New Zealander. My wife, two children, and I represent the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, living and working in… Read More →


Surrender and Necessity: A Lesson from our Neighbours

Posted On July 6, 2011

One thing I have asked of the Lord,That will I seek after:That I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of… Read More →


Non-violent Peacemaking & ‘But What If…?’ Questions

Posted On July 5, 2011

A recent Facebook post of mine about military spending led to what I hope will be a healthy conversation amongst some wonderful Christian friends of… Read More →


If I could Truly Live Simply: An Attempt from a Cambodian Slum

Posted On June 22, 2011

[Simplicity]: a thing that is plain, natural, or easy to understand So why, when trying to live it out, does it feel so complicated? As… Read More →


Desperately Seeking Simplicity – and Missing the Point

Posted On June 8, 2011

What is it about striving for simplicity that seems to provoke negative emotional responses? Feelings of guilt, hopelessness, despair, and self condemnation often rise to… Read More →


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  • About
    • Our History & Vision
    • 5 Guiding Principles
    • 5 Sustaining Values
    • What We Do
    • What We Believe
    • Our Structure
  • Locations
    • Cambodia
    • India
    • Indonesia
    • Philippines
    • Past Teams
    • Linking Teams
  • Get Involved
    • Join A Team
    • Internships
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