Chimoio, Mozambique— From January 7 to 15, 2026, the Serving to Save Mozambique Mission was held in Chimoio, under the coordination of the General Conference Welfare Department. The mission focused on holistic service, combining physical care, social support, and spiritual ministry to meet the needs of the local community.
Volunteers from multiple countries and professional backgrounds came together to demonstrate the love of Christ through practical service. A structured network of teams operated throughout the mission, providing services in general medicine, dentistry, nursing, physiotherapy, psychology, natural therapies, nutrition, social assistance, children’s evangelism, oral health education, construction, logistics, kitchen services, and a sewing and tailoring course, among other initiatives.
Medical and Health Services
Over the course of the mission, 2,249 services were officially registered, reaching thousands of individuals. Medical and health-related services included:
- 1,697 general medical consultations
- 1,206 nursing consultations
- 1,261 pharmacy consultations, with approximately USD $6,000 donated in medication
- 583 dental consultations, supported by USD $2,000 in donated supplies and medication
- 775 natural therapy consultations, with USD $2,000 donated in supplements and herbs
- 189 nutrition consultations
- 61 physiotherapy consultations
- 57 psychology consultations
In addition, oral health education reached 1,050 individuals, and 1,200 hygiene kits were distributed.
Social Assistance and Community Support
The mission’s social assistance efforts reached 1,272 families, representing approximately 7,632 people, through the distribution of 17,234 items of clothing and footwear. Food assistance totaled 3,348 kilograms, including staple food baskets containing rice, corn flour (chima), beans, and cooking oil.
Children’s outreach activities served approximately 2,414 children, while family counseling services recorded 1,054 individuals requesting follow-up support and home visits.
A sewing and tailoring course was also conducted, serving 32 participants, with 17 sewing machines acquired to support skills development and long-term sustainability.
Volunteer Support and Logistics
Throughout the mission, the kitchen team prepared and served at least 8,000 meals, ensuring adequate nutrition for both community members and volunteers. Logistical and construction teams supported the overall operation and support for the local church, contributing to the mission’s efficiency and outreach capacity.
Impact and Spiritual Emphasis
Beyond the measurable results, the 2026 Mozambique Mission was marked by strong collaboration between volunteers and the local brethren. Trust was built and encouragement offered alongside the consultations, conversations, prayers, and daily interactions that shared the gospel through action.
This mission reinforced the principle that service is an integral part of Christian witness, demonstrating how holistic care can open doors to hope and faith.
We concluded with gratitude to God for the outcomes achieved and with confidence in the promise: “He shall see the fruit of the travail of His soul, and shall be satisfied” (Isaiah 53:11).
