"Who We Are Mercy Ships is a global faith-based charity that uses hospital ships to bring life-changing surgeries and transformational medical training to people in some of the most challenging contexts along the African coast. For over 40 years Mercy Ships has been delivering lasting hope and healing through safe surgical care while working alongside partners and stakeholders to strengthen local healthcare systems in more than 55 countries. Since the inception of this dream by founders Don and Deyon Stephens in 1978 Mercy Ships has served more than 2.7 million direct beneficiaries without regard for race gender or religion. Do you have a heart for the hurting and a desire to invest your talents and experiences into a mission with … Sign In to View