On February 15th, Fr. Sinclair Oubre, the Stella Maris chaplain in the Diocese of Beaumont, and Sharon Emerson, Executive Director of the Corpus Christi Seafarers’ Center, were presented with the Distinguished Service Award by NAMMA. The presentations took place during a celebration at the Houston International Seafarers’ Center, commemorating the 50th year of the port […]
Red Sea crisis: Suez Canal is not the only ‘choke point’ that threatens to disrupt global supply chains Sarah Schiffling, Hanken School of Economics and Matthew Tickle, University of Liverpool The air strikes against targets in Yemen by the US and UK military have not been without criticism. They aim to keep the Houthis from attacking […]
Article audio (courtesy of Don Sheetz) by Susan Huppert, NAMMA Knitting needles bring Christmas joy and global impact. Knitting, like other hobbies, can be personally gratifying when you see the end product. But, for 102-year-old Ms. Vicki, in Fresno, Calif., satisfaction isn’t what she sees when she finishes knitting hats and scarves for The Seamens’ […]
by Susan Huppert, NAMMA Following COVID-19 limitations and a long-anticipated re-opening, seafarers are now flooding the new Seafarers’ House, a multi-faith mission to seafarers in Port Everglades, Florida. The center offering pool tables, internet, an in-house store and relaxing facilities is used by seafarers from many countries. In addition, meeting rooms and designated space are […]
by Susan Huppert, NAMMA The Seamen’s Church Institute of Philadelphia and South Jersey cares for seafarers who travel the globe and pass along the Delaware River. Commonly unnoticed, they absorb personal sacrifices, including war strife, to transport goods we use in our everyday lives. It is fitting that at Christmas, they receive an extra […]
Review by Jason Zuidema, NAMMA/ICMA Matti Koivu, Soita, kirjoita, käy talossa! Merimiespalvelutoiminnan historia 1870-2020. Mepa, 2023. pp. 268. This handsome book by Matti Koivu is published for the 50th anniversary of the Merimiespalvelutoimisto (MEPA), the Finnish Seamen’s Service. The title “Soita, kirjoita, käy talossa!” comes from the conclusion to each letter of MEPA’s first Executive […]
São Paulo, November 22, 2023. – Between November 19th and 22nd, 2023, São Paulo hosted the Stella Maris Scalabrinian Network (SMSN) Encounter, gathering esteemed dignitaries from across the globe to present insights into the maritime sector and prospects for the forthcoming decade. The primary objective of this international gathering was to deliberate on profoundly pertinent issues crucial […]
by Susan Huppert, NAMMA Deanna Fry is committed to instilling values in her children and beyond. The mother of two faces a busy holiday season because of her passion for seafarer missions. “I have a huge heart for it,” she said. Fry spearheads the seafarer shoebox giving campaign at the Tallowood Baptist Church in Houston […]
by Susan Huppert, NAMMA In port cities across North America ministries to seafarers are gearing up for a global Christmas giveaway. Staff and volunteers are focused on a commonly forgotten population; those working at sea. Among them are about a dozen ship visitors and chaplains prepared to climb gangways throughout the Port Houston ship channel, […]
As the maritime industry continues to evolve, the need for well-equipped and compassionate individuals in maritime ministry becomes increasingly crucial. To address this, in November 2023 ICMA led a comprehensive series of lessons blending online and in-class experiences to provide a holistic understanding of the challenges and responsibilities associated with maritime ministry. The in-class portion […]
