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Read about the largest voluntary hospital ship in the world
Mercy Ships is a global charity that operates the largest non-governmental hospital ship in the world, providing free health care, community development, agriculture and water projects, mental health programs, AIDS/HIV prevention and care to terminally ill patients in developing nations around the world, with a focus on Africa.
Their current flagship, the Africa Mercy, is docked in Tenerife, Canary Islands, for maintenance and restocking before sailing to Togo to begin the 2010 Field Service.
MISSION
Mercy Ships, a global charity, has operated a fleet of hospital ships in developing nations since 1978. Following the example of Jesus, Mercy Ships brings hope and healing to the poor, mobilising people and resources worldwide.
VISION
Mercy Ships seeks to become the face of love in action, bringing hope and healing to the poor.
Posted by Chas on 05-Mar-2010
