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How Do We Leave a Lasting Effect?

Posted On November 27, 2024

By Yaqoob With our stay in India always being dependent on the Indian government giving us a visa, we’re often thinking about ways we can… 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 →


Out Now: Subversive Mission

Posted On November 1, 2022

Craig Greenfield’s latest book, Subversive Mission: serving as outsiders in a world of need, hits bookshops today. Craig is former Servants Cambodia team member and… Read More →


COVID response after Lockdown

Posted On June 24, 2020

In India and the Philippines lockdown meant our poor neighbours weren’t able to work and earn. Over recent weeks, the lockdowns have eased but infection rates are still growing. 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 →


What I Have Learnt about Community Development

Posted On March 13, 2006

After more than ten years living with Servants among the urban poor in Cambodia, and praying and working to see the lives of the poor… 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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