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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What’s fashionable on the high seas this winter? Some mariners will sport a new hat designed by Kristine Byrnes of Allentown, NJ, winner of a contest
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What’s In a Name? A Closer Look at the Seamen’s Church Institute May 15, 2013 Read about the evolution of SCI’s name over its history. 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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Seafarers’ Center Grand Reopening
April 28, 2011
On Tuesday, May 17, SCI celebrates the Grand Reopening of its Port Newark International Seafarers’ Center, rededicating the immense, newly renovated facility, which offers essential services to...
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The Mysterious Tale of the Sir Galahad Figurehead
April 27, 2011
Do You Recognize this Man?by Johnathan Thayer, Associate Archivist Over the next month, join me as we explore the stories behind some of the artwork and artifacts from SCI’s collection. Sir...
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SCI Director Bikes for Fitness in the Port
April 19, 2011
SCI’s President & Executive Director, the Rev. David M. Rider, hits the pavement on Sunday, May 1, to take part in the 42-mile TD Bank Five Boro Bike Tour, seeking financial sponsorship for...
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BMA Official Examines Port Newark Ministry
March 15, 2011
Christine A. Scavella, Consul/Deputy Director of the Bahamas Maritime Authority, visited ships in Port Newark last week with SCI port chaplain the Rev. Marjorie Lindstrom and Director of SCI's...
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Chaplains’ Seafarer Advocacy Workshop at ISC
February 17, 2011
Douglas B. Stevenson, Director of SCI’s Center for Seafarers’ Rights, led a February 2011 seafarer’s advocacy workshop for maritime ministry chaplains at the Institute’s newly renovated Port...
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Sale Closes on Water Street Building
February 2, 2011
Yesterday, the Seamen’s Church Institute of New York & New Jersey (SCI) sold its 241 Water Street facility to the Blue Man Creativity Center School.
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Tune In This Weekend to See SCI on PBS
January 7, 2011
by the Rev. David M. Rider, President & Executive Director
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