On August 12, 2024, in Durban, South Africa, over 40 participants gathered for the ICMA Africa regional meeting. This significant gathering brought together a diverse array of members from the International Christian Maritime Association (ICMA). The event was marked by a compelling thematic presentation delivered by The Rev. Cedric Rautenbach, the ICMA regional coordinator and […]
In June and July, the North American Maritime Ministry Association (NAMMA) facilitated a series of Zoom conversations with over 45 individual members from different regions, including Canada, the East Coast US, the Gulf Coast US, and the West Coast. These discussions provided valuable updates and insights from each port, reflecting the collective experiences and challenges […]
by Jason Zuidema (NAMMA/ICMA) Book Notice: Chaplaincy and Seafarers: Faith at Work by Helen Sampson, Nelson Turgo, Wendy Cadge, and Sophie Gilliat-Ray (Oxford, 2024). Chaplaincy and Seafarers: Faith at Work by Helen Sampson, Nelson Turgo, Wendy Cadge, and Sophie Gilliat-Ray provides a profound and detailed exploration of the role of chaplaincy within the maritime industry. […]
During the Seafarers’ Welfare Conference 2024 of the Mission to Seafarers Australia, The MARE Report sat down with Bishop Jeremy James, Bishop of Willochra, to learn more about what a liaison bishop does in the Anglican tradition. The MARE Report: We’ve been impressed with your humble leadership here at the conference, and we thought you […]
Fremantle, Australia, July 18, 2024 – At the Mission to Seafarers Australia Seafarers’ Welfare Conference, Ben Schroeder, Operations Manager at The Mission to Seafarers Victoria in Melbourne, delivered a compelling address on the critical topic of recruiting and retaining volunteers. Schroeder’s insights shed light on the challenges and strategies involved in managing a robust volunteer […]
The Ven. Dr. Peter Rouch, newly appointed as the Secretary General of The Mission to Seafarers, has begun his tenure with an invigorating start. Within just a few weeks, he has already visited New Zealand and Australia, immersing himself in the communities of the Mission to Seafarers and understanding their unique challenges and opportunities. On […]
Dcn. Patrick Moore served as the chaplain and administrator of the Stella Maris Centre in Fremantle, Australia from 2006 until his retirement in 2022. Currently, he is a member of the national committee for Stella Maris. When he retired, the Stella Maris Centre in Fremantle was closed, partly due to the pandemic. The restrictions meant […]
In North-West Australia, two seafarers’ centres at the Pilbara Ports have devised a novel idea to raise awareness of seafarers’ welfare and generate funding for their centres. The Seafarers’ Centres of Port Hedland and Port Dampier offer port tours for tourists. In Port Hedland, this is done via launch, while in Port Dampier, it is […]
On Monday, July 14, participants in the Seafarers’ Welfare Conference, organized by The Mission to Seafarers Australia region, had the opportunity to visit the Bunbury Mission to Seafarers. This visit was not only an opportunity to see another center but also to enjoy an insightful port tour and a delicious lunch. Bunbury, located 175 km […]
Fremantle, WA – At the Mission to Seafarers Australia Regional Conference on July 16, Ben Bailey, Director of Programme at the Mission to Seafarers International Headquarters, delivered an impactful presentation on global justice and welfare initiatives for seafarers. His address highlighted the multifaceted efforts of the Mission to Seafarers (MTS) in addressing the challenges faced […]
