By Susan Huppert, NAMMA Volunteers have been tirelessly working for months in preparation for the grand delivery of Christmas cheer to the Port of Wilmington, Delaware. The culmination of their efforts—knitting hats, gathering gifts, wrapping packages, and organizing deliveries—has finally arrived, as the community comes together to spread joy to seafarers visiting this eastern U.S. […]
“When the angels went away from them to heaven, the shepherds said to one another, ‘Let us go, then, to Bethlehem to see this thing that has taken place, which the Lord has made known to us.’ So they went in haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the infant lying in the manger. When […]
Seafarers’ House, a vital support hub for maritime workers in Fort Lauderdale, has achieved a delightful recognition: its inclusion in the brand-new Monopoly: Fort Lauderdale Edition. This achievement showcases not only the importance of Seafarers’ House to the local community but also the ways seafarers’ centers can build connections and gain visibility in their cities. […]
As the year draws to a close, it’s a perfect time to reflect on NAMMA’s successes in 2024. From new initiatives to international partnerships, this year showcased NAMMA’s commitment to seafarers’ welfare and maritime ministry. The highlight of the year was undoubtedly the NAMMA Conference held in Newark, NJ, from September 24-26. This gathering brought […]
by Susan Huppert, NAMMA As Amazon trucks and postal services scramble to deliver holiday packages on time, chaplains and volunteers in the Canadian port of Vancouver board the free water taxi to deliver Christmas gifts to seafarers at anchorage in their port. The annual trip is a prime measure of how much reaching seafarers at […]
by Susan Huppert, NAMMA In port cities and landlocked towns, seemingly random people are synchronized in their concern for seafarers, especially at Christmas. Reverend Susan Tjornehoj grew up in Colorado. As a young Lutheran pastor, her first call was to remote villages north of Nome, Alaska—a place where daily life was centered on making ends […]
by Susan Huppert, NAMMA The Port of Halifax, Nova Scotia, is noted as one of the most impressive natural harbors in the world. Economically, its development provides depth of support to its local markets and to the entire province. The Canadian port welcomes the world’s largest shipping lines, connecting it to more than 150 countries. […]
Dr. Jason Zuidema of the International Christian Maritime Association recently interviewed Marc Evans, the Chief Executive of The Fishermen’s Mission since March 2022, to discuss the organization’s enduring legacy and the critical support it provides to fishing communities across the British Isles. When asked to explain what the Fishermen’s Mission is, Marc Evans began by […]
The MARE Report had an opportunity to speak with Commodore Jim Scorer is Secretary-General of the International Federation of Shipmasters’ Associations (IFSMA) on the margins of a recent IMO-ILO joint meeting in Geneva on the fair treatment of seafarers accused of crimes. The MARE Report:Thank you for being willing to speak with us. In The […]
The Foyer des Marins Sept-Îles, also known as the Apostolat de la Mer, marked a pivotal moment in its history with a strategic planning session held at the offices of the Port of Sept-Îles on November 19. This gathering brought together board members of the organization to reflect on the organization’s history, its vital mission, […]
