War, conflict and persecution has caused massive movements of refugees. There are many opportunities to come alongside them to support them practically and emotionally, to bring a message of hope or to wait alongside them in the unknown. There are now new Interserve Teams in both Germany and Central Europe, with the need for experienced […]
Thank you! At Christmas, displaced people – not unlike Joseph, Mary and Jesus – continued to grab news headlines as the largest people movement in modern history impacted the world. And at Christmas, you gave generously in response to their need. Our Christmas Appeal raised over $75,000 to help us get alongside those who need it […]
Diaspora missions is fast becoming a buzzword among Christian missions around the world. While it may sound new to many Christians, “diaspora” is in fact a very old phenomenon since the Old Testament times. This word originates from the Greek translations of the Hebrew Bible, meaning “dispersion or scattering” of the Jews after their […]
I recently read the following legend, as told by Dania Ahmed: There was a man who appeared before a great city, a wanderer seeking refuge in a new land. When the king found out about this person, he refused to allow him in. He sent this person a pot of milk, and with it a […]
“As you learn more and more how God works, you will learn how to do your work. We pray that you’ll have the strength to stick it out over the long haul—not the grim strength of gritting your teeth but the glory-strength God gives. It is strength that endures the unendurable and spills over into joy…” Colossians […]
During last year I found myself pondering the writings of the prophets: How did they keep trusting God in the light of strong opposition and even exile? When everything in their observable world seemed hopeless, how did they keep holding on to God’s promises? Although written so long ago, their words and their lives are […]
Over the Christmas break, my husband and I went to Asia to spend time with family members, who are serving as part of an Interserve team there. My lasting impressions on my journey home, as I reflected on the amazing band of people that is being forged as a spiritual community, are of cost and honour. It has […]
In this new year, why not resolve to encourage a Partner or On Tracker more often? Here are some ideas to get you started… 1. Pray Pray, regularly and specifically, and send your worker a quick note to say what you’ve been praying for. 2. Write a letter or post a care package Get out […]
“Without faith, it is impossible to please God” (Hebrews 11:6). It is tempting to quote this verse alone. But the passage it comes from lists what the great characters of the Bible did with their faith. Faith and action weren’t just passing acquaintances, but their lifelong companions. Faith compels action Central to the Christian message […]
Interserve worker Cathy explains why the voices of women are incredibly important in understanding Islam today – and introduces a brand new forum for discussion. When Women Speak… is a new network formed to encourage exploration of the place of women’s voices where Christians and Muslims meet. It exists because we believe it is time we […]
