Stories

We’ve been looking for you. But perhaps you’ve not been looking for us.
In fact, you may not have considered going to sea with OM at all.

OM’s Ship Ministry is like a microcosm of the world – a place where people from every nation, with diverse skills and life experiences unite to serve God.
And the best part – there is a place for EVERYONE who loves Jesus and wants to make His love known. You included! Come as you are and let God do the rest.

Read the stories of some of our crewmembers on the links below and hear their experiences.
You already have what it takes. Will you join our crew for the adventure of a lifetime?

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From Brazil to on board

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July 30, 2025

Brazil :: Logos Hope's 2019 visit to Brazil is continuing to have ripple effects

OMSHIPSOK, NOBGASHIPS, STEP, Brazil, impact, dream, volunteer
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Cadet to captain: Using God-given skills for His glory

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July 30, 2025

Ships :: Captain Cristian shares how God called him into service at sea

OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, captain, cadet, marine, professional, return, calling, serve, ships, apply
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Celebrating God’s story in Africa

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July 30, 2025

Ships :: A look back at Logos Hope's year around the African continent

OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, Africa, God's story, celebrate, year in Africa, impact
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Empty tables and open doors

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July 30, 2025

Ships :: Logos Hope’s International Café is always bustling around holiday season. When finished shopping in the bookfair, visitors can enjoy the Christmas spirit with warm drinks and tasty treats in the café – a space designed for connection...

OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, connection, cafe, tables, come to the table, Sierra Leone
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Give thanks

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July 30, 2025

Philippines :: Doulos Hope crew, volunteers and partners give thanks during her visit to the Philippines.

OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, thankful, Doulos Hope, Philippines, unity, partnership, connecting, port, volunteers
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Celebrating at the table 

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July 30, 2025

Ships :: As Doulos Hope serves countries in Asia, crewmembers have the opportunity to connect with people around the tables not just for food, but for so much more...

OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, connections, generosity, around the table, share, port volunteers
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Building fruitful community around the family table

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July 30, 2025

Ships :: Every Thursday night, Logos Hope’s dining room transforms as people excitedly gather to eat with their ‘ship families.' Find out how these times together are helping crew to grow in their faith.

OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, campaign, 2024, ship families, growth, donate
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Question & Answer with Matt Mullins

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July 30, 2025

Ships :: Second officer Matt Mullins (Ireland) shares why he's chosen to spend his free time serving on board Logos Hope using his professional qualifications and skills.

OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, second officer, third officer, service, ships, short-term, volunteer, professional
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A look into life at sea

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March 26, 2025

Ships :: Ever wondered what happens during the sailing from port to port?

OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, sailing, join, volunteer, recruitment, Caribbean, Atlantic crossing, behind the scenes, growth, God, port, preparation, community, Africa
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Restoration in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl

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April 16, 2025

St. George's, Grenada :: Logos Hope crewmembers spend a week on the island of Carriacou participating in hurricane relief efforts.

GBASHIPSOK, NOOMSHIPS, Grenada, Saint George's, Carriacou, hurricane, hurricane relief, help, knowledge, book donations, donation
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The Power of Prayer: Trusting God to Open Doors 

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July 30, 2025

Subic Bay, Philippines :: What began as a simple partnership evolved into a story of God’s provision – both for the community and the crew.

OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, Philippines, annual maintenance, partnership, prayer, Doulos Hope, outreach, answer
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Perspective from Seelan Govender: Until all have heard

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July 30, 2025

Ships :: As Seelan reflected on the phrase ‘until all have heard', the questions that came to mind were: who has heard and what have they heard?

OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, Easter, devotion, South Africa, redemption, hear
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Iron sharp: Using football to encourage youth

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July 30, 2025

Albania :: Ships alumni Klodi and Nadine are using football to encourage young people in Albania

OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, football, sport, alumni, discover, talents, God's plan, young people
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Using professional skills to make a difference

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July 30, 2025

Caribbean :: Having stepped down from full-time work as a dentist, Sandra (USA) decided to use her professional skills to serve others with Logos Hope.

Dentist, professional skills, career, serve, OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS
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God’s faithfulness: Jake’s journey.

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July 30, 2025

Ships :: Jake (South Korea) reflects on his journey with OM's Ship Ministry from learning English in the U.S.A. to leading worship across Latin America and Asia.

STEP programme, USA, OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, Latin America, Asia, cross-cultural, leadership, music, short-term programmes
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Q&A with Ships’ electrical manager, Ralf Riemann

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August 11, 2025

In this Q&A, electrical manager Ralf (Germany), shares how he uses his professional skills to help impact lives from shore to shore.

trades, electrical engineering, volunteer, technical, global, OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS
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Welcoming the new director on board Logos Hope

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September 24, 2025

Dominica :: Edward David (Malaysia) and Heather David (UK) handover to and welcome Decio De Carvalho (Brazil) and his wife Elba (Puerto Rico) to the director’s role on board Logos Hope.

director, handover, Brazil, Malaysia, OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS
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Finding family on board: Vanessa’s Story

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October 28, 2025

Ships :: Vanessa (Zambia) shares how stepping out of her comfort zone to serve on board Doulos Hope transformed her faith, leadership skills and brought her a sense of community.

OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, Doulos Hope, leadership development, international community, family, Come As You Are
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A marine engineer’s journey: from engine room to the world

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October 31, 2025

Ships :: From the engine rooms of commercial ships to serving the nations through OM’s vessels, Vladimir’s (Russia) journey shows how God redirects skills for a greater purpose.

marine engineer, OM Ships, service, OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS
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Hope for a brighter future

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November 12, 2025

Florence, USA :: Clyde is playing a vital role distributing literature for the ships and beyond. And he can now say with confidence that his hope has been restored!

restored, OM Ships, Literature Center, USA, OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS, distribution, books, Bibles, partnership, likeminded, House of Hope
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Stories of HOPE

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December 3, 2025

Ships :: Lives transformed as Doulos Hope and Logos Hope voyage across Asia and the Caribbean, sharing God’s love and meeting practical needs.

NOOMSHIPS, NOGBASHIPS, Doulos Hope, transformation, vibrant communities, Asia, Caribbean, stories of hope
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Hope from door to door

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December 3, 2025

Seville, Spain :: Read how port volunteers were inspired after a Logos Hope visit to Seville, to join the local churches in their work!

NOGBASHIPS, NOOMSHIPS, community, God’s word, Europe, Good News, Bible distribution, port volunteers, 2025, Seville, impact
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Hope in every drop

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December 3, 2025

Cambodia :: Churches in Cambodia receive water bucket filters to support ministry and care for children.

Cambodia, clean water, children, Doulos Hope, NOOMSHIPS, NOGBASHIPS, transformation, practical support, 2025, water bucket filters, least reached, community, engagement, Good News
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Learning to lead

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January 1, 2026

Ships :: Clara’s cross-cultural journey shaped her as a leader on Doulos Hope, sharing God’s love and impacting lives.

leadership, friendship, identity, cross-cultural, OMSHIPSOK, NOGBASHIPS
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