Maranatha Mission Stories

New churches across Paraguay are transforming communities, strengthening faith, and creating space for growth.

Think mission trips are only for retirees or experts? Discover the truth about volunteering and how everyone can make a difference.

Explore church buildings in the Dominican Republic and discover their importance to three congregations across the country.

Schools and individuals serve together in the Dominican Republic, discovering how shared challenges can build meaningful connections.

How God is opening new doors in India – a look at Maranatha's inspiring work on the ground.

A simple structure, a powerful impact. Discover the One-Day Church program.

What really happens behind the scenes at Maranatha? In this episode, key leaders address common myths and share how the organization truly works.

How two parents inspired their children to follow their path into the world of mission service.

From Alabama to Kenya, Maranatha strengthens lives physically and spiritually.

Three lives are transformed through Ultimate Workout, a mission project showing how short-term service can create lasting change.

Der Bau zweier Schulen in Sambia zeigt, wie Bildung Leben verändert und neue Hoffnung für Kinder und Familien schafft.

A year-end special showing how Maranatha’s projects became bridges of belonging around the world.

How a simple structure in Zambia became a church and how a volunteer project transformed the congregation forever.

Watch the journey of UW35 teen volunteers in Paraguay. Work, play, and faith in a transformative adventure. Construction and community service!

Volunteers from around the world revive camps and retreat centers, finding purpose and friendship through service.

Darrell Hardy’s dedication inspired a lasting legacy through the Ciudad del Cielo Adventist School and Church in the Dominican Republic.

Zipporah and Dorcas face mockery in Kenya, but Maranatha’s One-Day Churches and water wells bring hope to their lives and many others.

How persistent prayer and mighty conviction is growing the church in the Dominican Republic. For more information visit maranatha.org

In Paraguay, Maranatha helps faith find a permanent home, from rural gatherings to immigrant congregations. Visit maranatha.org to learn more.

In Kenya, transformation is underway at the Kimogoro Adventist Boarding Primary School, changing students’ lives and their dilapidated buildings.

In the Dominican Republic, congregations joyfully prepare their churches and hearts to welcome all for the Sabbath.

In Paraguay, congregations share the gospel with passion despite poor meeting spaces. A story of faith, purpose, and resilient community.

In Zambia, family means more than just blood ties. It is a source of strength, unity, and sometimes even life-saving intervention.

Amid the challenges of everyday life, many Cubans turn to faith as a source of hope, healing, and community.

This in-studio episode shares the inspiring journey of volunteers from Amazing Facts International and Granite Bay Hilltop Adventist Church as they serve in the Dominican Republic.

Education has the power to transform lives. In this episode of Maranatha Mission Stories, travel to India and witness how the expansion of Pine Hill Adventist Academy is offering far more than academics.

Two Seventh-day Adventist congregations in Southeast India dedicate their new places of worship. Maranatha replaced their stick and tarp structures with beautiful buildings.

Sharing the blessing of service on the family project.

What began as a modest facility has become a place of hope, education, and refuge for girls in need. Join us and witness the incredible transformation of the Kajiado Adventist School and Rescue Center over the course of just six years.

In the dry, rugged regions of Kenya, communities are fighting a double battle: the urgent need for clean water and the longing for a place to worship.

Living far from home can be challenging—especially when it comes to staying connected with family and loved ones. In this week’s episode of Maranatha Mission Stories, we follow the journeys of volunteers who, despite the distance, remain firmly rooted in their calling.

Once little more than stick-and-tarp shelters, these places have been transformed into strong, enduring spaces where hope can grow. In Southeast India, two Adventist congregations now gather in beautiful new churches, built with the dedication and love of Maranatha volunteers.

Faith shines brightest in difficult times. In this episode of Maranatha Mission Stories, witness powerful testimonies of resilience and unwavering devotion. These inspiring stories show how faith can thrive, even in the face of adversity—reminding us that commitment to God endures through every challenge.

Access to clean water transforms lives. In this episode of Maranatha Mission Stories, travel to the northeastern state of Mizoram, India—an isolated region facing serious challenges to its water supply. Discover how Maranatha is partnering with local communities to bring the gift of clean, reliable water, offering health, hope, and a better future.

What difference does a church building make? In this episode of Maranatha Mission Stories, take a closer look at Maranatha’s church construction efforts and how they are transforming the Seventh-day Adventist Church worldwide. From remote villages to bustling cities, these buildings provide more than just a place of worship—they create spiritual homes, strengthen communities, and inspire faith. Hear firsthand accounts of how these projects are shaping lives and fostering growth in ways beyond brick and mortar.

What do dinosaurs and a global mission have in common? More than you think! In this episode of Maranatha Mission Stories, step into a dinosaur research station in Wyoming and behind the scenes of Maranatha’s annual convention. From the fossil fields to the conference stage, see how faith and service unite people in surprising ways to spread the gospel worldwide.

Faith and education have the power to transform entire communities. In this inspiring episode of Maranatha Mission Stories, journey to the Dominican Republic, where the construction of churches and schools is creating lasting change. These projects are more than bricks and mortar—they are places where people find hope, build stronger connections, and prepare for a better future.

Education is a powerful tool for change. In this episode of Maranatha Mission Stories, travel to India, where the expansion of Pine Hill Adventist Academy is opening doors for countless students. For many, especially refugee children from Myanmar, this school is more than just a classroom—it’s a place of stability, opportunity, and hope.

Join us in this episode of Maranatha Mission Stories as we highlight the challenges faced by communities in Kenya in their search for clean water and spaces to worship. See how Maranatha volunteers are stepping in to bring hope, resources, and faith to those in need, transforming lives one project at a time.

In this episode of Maranatha Mission Stories, take a journey to three school campuses in North America that have been transformed by the dedicated hands and hearts of Maranatha volunteers. Discover how their work is making a lasting impact on education and communities.

In this episode, we take you to Zambia, where two remarkable stories unfold—showing how family becomes a lifeline in times of crisis. From playing a crucial role in community health and growth to rescuing a life from certain death, these stories reveal the power of faith, love, and mission work in action.

Discover the inspiring stories behind the new program Maranatha Mission Stories, now available on Hope TV! In this premiere episode, we introduce you to what this show is all about and take you behind the scenes of the Maranatha Mission Stories TV show, celebrating two decades of transformative stories and life-changing missions around the world.