Hope Cottage Center: A Story of Redemption and Healing Based in Côte d'Ivoire, Dr. Bella leads Hope Cottage Center. This trauma-informed safe haven is designed for vulnerable girls aging out of protective services. These girls have endured unimaginable abuse, trafficking, and exploitation. Through discipleship, life…
Everyday Work, Eternal Impact Bryan and Sophie’s journey to North Africa started with a passion for least-reached people groups and a desire to use their careers to serve Jesus. With SIM USA, Christians can use their jobs and skills to…
Agriculture Ministry in West Africa: Cedrick & Mary’s Journey When Cedrick and Mary began exploring overseas ministry opportunities, they saw their experience and love for agriculture as a bridge for cross-cultural service Their practical farming skills were gifts God intended…
SIM USA Workers in North Africa: Joel and Linda’s Story Joel and Linda serve with SIM USA in North Africa. God led them to this region by opening their eyes to the deep spiritual need for Christ among its predominantly…
Alternate Pathways in North Africa Nathan and Anna serve with SIM USA in North Africa. One of their main focuses here is alternate pathways—creative, professional avenues that open doors for ministry in restricted contexts. Alternate pathways with SIM USA allow…
Do Missionaries Need to Learn the Local Language? In cross-cultural settings, language learning for missionaries is one of the most effective ways to share the gospel and build authentic relationships. Missionaries learn the local language to connect deeply in…
Leaving Well: How Can Missionary Kids Navigate Moving Countries? Leaving one country for another is never simple for families in global missions, and for children, the process can feel especially overwhelming. Missionary kids often face the challenge of saying goodbye…
Evangelism in the Digital Age: Media Ministry in the Horn of Africa For over four decades, Barrett and Charissa served with SIM USA in the Horn of Africa, beginning in primary health care and rural development, and then leveraging radio,…
Sam and Amanda Fabiano, along with their young daughter Bella, faithfully serve in Angola. Their story is a powerful testimony of God’s guidance and the way He works through SIM USA to advance His global mission. Born in Angola and…
The Importance of Pre-Field Training for Missionaries Leaving your home country to become a cross-cultural missionary requires more than just a plane ticket. There is also a strong need to be equipped for the realities of global ministry. At SIM…