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

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      These 5 biblical values protect us from burnout.

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      We seek to practice 5 core principles.

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      Discover why we live in the slums of Asia.

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Praying Shalom for this City

Posted On September 20, 2023

Shalom: A 30 day prayer guide for Jakarta’s Urban Poor by Anita Rahma and Joy Baker You will be moved to tears, and to prayer,… Read More →


Maya Street Family Camp (video)

Posted On June 20, 2022

One of the ministries that has grown out of the Servants Manila team is the Sakahang Lilok organic farm retreat at the edge of Manila…. Read More →


Lock-down Losses for Manila’s Children

Posted On June 13, 2022

[Story contributed by Kathrin in Manila] Pedro I would like to introduce you to our 11 year old Pedro (name changed). He lives in Manila… Read More →


Virtual Visit to Indonesia

Posted On May 18, 2021

Would you love to hear more about life in a slum in Indonesia? Here’s your next chance to meet the people and hear the stories,… Read More →


Surviving and Serving during a Pandemic

Posted On June 25, 2020

Hear about how a Servants family coped with quarantine, and also served their neighbours. Read More →


FtAF: Families Thriving with Servants

Posted On December 6, 2013

[This week we revisit a reflection from 2004 about being a family living amongst the poor in India. If you feel God is calling your family… 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 →


Cooperative Settlers of Catan

Posted On April 2, 2005

We all agree that our faith should affect all areas of our lives, but somehow games all remain competitive – beat everyone else, become the… 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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