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

Street Believers: New Life for Street Dwellers

Posted On February 25, 2023

From Patrick in Manila Since November 2021 I have been part of a homelessness ministry named ” Street Believers “. Our mission works toward establishing… Read More →


Models for Making a Large Impact Part 3: Politician and Prophet

Posted On February 4, 2023

Last week we considered two ways of influencing individuals – by communicating directly with many people (Publisher) or relating with a few people at a… Read More →


Models for Making a Large Impact Part 2: Publisher and Pebble

Posted On January 28, 2023

Last week we considered two ways to strive for a large impact – being a philanthropist (giving away a large amount of money) or physicist… Read More →


Models for Making a Large Impact Part 1: Philanthropist and Physicist

Posted On January 21, 2023

I am happy with the ways I’ve touched a few people’s lives in our slum. I’ve taught kids how to read, helped people to access… Read More →


The Gospel in Deed, Word and Food

Posted On January 14, 2023

“What’s the point in helping people materially if there’s no change spiritually?” Our intern had been observing our work in a north Indian slum for a… Read More →


Reflections of life in Cambodia.

Posted On November 30, 2022

by Myra Reyes To be honest the hardest part to adjust to is team life. Sometimes I feel that I am married to the man… Read More →


What Did Jesus Mean When He Said “Blessed”?

Posted On November 23, 2022

by Yosiah in Indonesia In the last couple of years, the film series The Chosen has become quite popular. The episode at the end of season two… Read More →


Out Now: Beyond our Walls

Posted On November 15, 2022

Don’t miss Anita Rahma’s debut book which goes on sale from today, November 15th – Beyond our Walls: Finding Jesus in the Slums of Jakarta…. Read More →


Digging Through the Wall

Posted On November 9, 2022

By Anita Rahma in Indonesia Old Testament prophets were often called to do ridiculous things. Cook food using human waste as fuel. Shave their heads… Read More →


Aqua Gelas

Posted On November 8, 2022

A colourful pile of empty plastic bottles.

Ditulis oleh Ella* (To read this article in English and other languages, click here) Tahun 2021 sekitar bulan Juni aku dan temanku praktek dua bulan… 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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