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      It all began in a Manila slum, back in 1982.

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Church of the Lost

Posted On March 20, 2024

“One day, I suddenly felt drawn to visit the homes of those feeling that the Lord has abandoned them because of their chaotic lifestyle. On Sunday mornings we started going to homes notoriously known as ‘dens of drug dealers and users’. ” Teenagers join Manilyn in sharing food and God’s Word, hearing each one’s story, and experiencing God’s presence. Read More →


Persist in Prayer – Nov 2023

Posted On November 27, 2023

Current Prayer Prompts Welcome to our monthly summary of current points for prayer, submitted by our teams in Asia. The name is taken from Rom… Read More →


Living in a “Where’s Waldo?” book

Posted On August 9, 2023

by Barbara Stankowski (Manila/Switzerland) For five years, we were part of the Servants Manila team and lived in Barangay Holy Spirit. This June, we returned… Read More →


Indonesia Online!

Posted On July 11, 2023

It’s hard to keep track of all that’s happening for our Indonesia team at the moment! School at House of Hope starts back on Monday… Read More →


Forum 2024

Posted On June 10, 2023

Servants Forum 2024 is coming up! Every few years the wider Servants community gathers somewhere in Asia for a time of connecting, catching up on… Read More →


Servants Gathering, USA/North America

Posted On April 12, 2023

Coming shortly is a  “Servants Gathering”  to explain how we work and some new exciting developments. to share stories, particularly from Anita* and Yosiah* who are back… Read More →


Words Can Be Walls [a poem]

Posted On April 1, 2023

A party, loud music, a few drinks, and a superficial conversation with a dear friend. Yet in both of us there’s this longing to connect… Read More →


Servants UK Thanksgiving Celebration

Posted On March 9, 2023

After decades of championing the cause of Asia’s urban poor, supporting the work of Servants, and hosting Servants people and events with fabulous UK hospitality… Read More →


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 →


Zoom into Phnom Penh

Posted On February 18, 2023

Eunice Myra and their language tutor

How is life now, for Carol, Eunice and Myra who left their homes in the Philippines almost a year ago, to embark on life amongst… 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
    • Financial Partners
    • Prayer Partners
    • Upcoming Events
    • Like-Minded Groups
  • Resources
    • Latest Writings
    • Books
    • Videos
    • Poetry
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