Stories
Find out here what others have experienced on their global outreach with God.
One face among thousands
One of the most dangerous migration routes in the world runs through Costa Rica. Every day, SMG employees Marco and Damaris meet people who have left everything behind to escape violence, poverty and a lack of prospects. Many of them come from Venezuela. Their journey took them through the dreaded Darién jungle and through countries full of corruption, cartels and
Hospitality – creating spaces for encounters
From January 2025 to January 2026, Benjamin worked with Latin Link in Bolivia: “I worked at El Alfarero in the café, which works with volunteers. This included all the usual work in a café, such as making coffee, operating the till and cleaning. We also looked after the volunteers, played community games, held small devotions and other activities. In Santa
A special moment
From October 2024 to October 2025, Paola worked with Latin Link in Colombia: “I worked with a church in Chía. It is called Iglesia Wesleyana. The church had a fundación in Fagua, a village just outside Chía, which is rather poor. The foundation offered homework help and the children were always given something small to eat. On Saturdays, we shared
Much more than just a language school
Much more than just a language school “I, Hannah (name changed), have been in my country of assignment in North Africa for three years now. It takes time to really settle in, but I’ve already learned a lot about the country, the people, the language and the culture. Let’s start with the population: Officially, over 90% of the population is
A New Testament for the Onobasulu!
The translation project for the “Onobasulu” language group in Papua New Guinea was launched back in 1996. Over the past 10 years, an employee of Wycliffe Switzerland has also been involved as a translation consultant. After several partial publications of individual books, the local church was finally able to celebrate the handover of the complete New Testament in January 2026!
Where fear becomes quieter and trust grows
They are on the run, have left home, family and safety behind – and yet they find the courage to regain a piece of life every day. Between loss, trauma and uncertainty, young women discover community, hope and dignity – and moments that show them that they are not alone. We hold hands and walk slowly into the water. “Take
On the river of “faith”
How do you confront poverty, isolation and spiritual emptiness in a place that can only be reached by boat? At the beginning of April, I traveled with Priscille, a young employee from the dry Sertão, to the hot and humid Amazon region – a green wonder, full of life and challenges. The ProRIBEIRINHO team, which works holistically among the river
Back home – to Cuba
Nicole was born in Switzerland but has lived in Cuba for over 23 years. After a stay in Switzerland, Nicole, her husband Gilberto and their two children returned to Cuba a few weeks ago. Re-entry is bumpy. We consciously make our way from heavenly conditions – in the form of full stores and gas pumps, always available electricity and water,
