The Seamen's Church Institute (SCI) promotes the safety, dignity and improved working environment for the men and women serving in North American and international maritime workplaces. Founded in 1834, the Institute is a voluntary, ecumenical agency affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Take a closer look…
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Most port chaplains minister to international seafarers on board a docked vessel, but River Chaplain Kempton Baldridge tells us about getting “
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ICMA Regional Conference in Odessa April 15, 2013 At a regional conference earlier this month in Odessa, Ukraine, SCI’s Douglas B. Stevenson advised port chaplains from various Christian maritime ministries on issues impacting their ability to serve More...
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A History of Maritime Ministry in the United States February 5, 2013 Through its early development as a country up until today, many religious groups have endeavored to support the often-overlooked maritime workforce piloting America’s trade. SCI’s Archivist traces More...
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Winners of Mariner Photo Contest
June 1, 2012
SCI announces the winner of its photography contest for mariners, An Insider’s View, showcasing a unique perspective of maritime life. Grand Prize Winner John Dunaway collects a brand-new iPad for...
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May 17, 2012
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April 3, 2012
The Rev. Deacon Jacques Girard leaves his post at the Seamen’s Church Institute after 12 inspiring years of port ministry. On April 2, the Institute celebrated his contributions to the maritime...
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SCI and the Titanic: 100 Years Ago
March 26, 2012
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. Read how then, as now, North America’s largest mariners’ service agency extended a helping hand to mariners in the wake of...
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SCI Announces Photography Contest for Mariners
March 15, 2012
Pictures like this show the hidden beauty in maritime life. SCI launches a photo contest for mariners to share their unique point of view—the Grand Prize Winner takes home an iPad.
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November 28, 2011
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SCI Loses Valued Volunteer
November 18, 2011
The Rev. Deacon Tom Piccate, a stalwart fixture on Saturdays at SCI’s Port Newark International Seafarers’ Center, passed away on Tuesday, November 15. For years, Tom faithfully served seafarers...
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