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…
Special Events
Registration opens for the September SCI Mountain Challenge, a first-of-its-kind event in the United States for the maritime industry.
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Adieu 2012: Year of Mission in 50 Photos December 31, 2012 SCI’s President & Executive Director has selected 50 photos taken at locations around the country highlighting the most memorable moments of 2012 when SCI served mariners with your help. More...
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River Bell Awards Celebrate Community December 19, 2012 SCI’s 13th Annual River Bell Awards Luncheon focused attention on two of the maritime transportation community’s influential backers. More...
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Online Auction Aids SCI
November 30, 2012
In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, SCI canceled its annual Christmas at Sea Gala & Auction at the New York Yacht Club this year. Thanks to the generosity of auction item contributors, however,...
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New Endurance Event Set to Test Maritime Companies
November 29, 2012
The Seamen’s Church Institute (SCI) announces the SCI Mountain Challenge, a first-of-its-kind event in North America supporting the Institute’s mariner welfare programs and services.
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Maritime Training Program Benefits from Annual Luncheon
November 20, 2012
A luncheon last month at SCI’s Center for Maritime Education in Houston, TX raised significant funds for the Institute’s training programs for mariners.
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Supporters Cruise San Francisco Harbor
October 9, 2012
Increasing support for SCI’s ecumenical partnership of maritime ministry in the Bay Area raised nearly $20,000 during an October evening cruise of the port.
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Silver Bell Awards Honor Champions
June 15, 2012
On June 7, 2012, SCI awarded James R. Barker and Paul R. Tregurtha the Silver Bell Award at its 35th Annual Silver Bell Awards Dinner, the Institute’s premier fundraising event honoring the...
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River Bell Awards Honor Frontrunners
December 15, 2011
SCI honored Joseph H. Pyne, Chairman & CEO of Kirby Corporation (pictured); Eddie Conrad; and RADM Mary E. Landry (ret), former Commander of the United States Coast Guard 8th District, at its...
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Maritime Ed Luncheon Raises $80K
October 21, 2011
Supporters contributed nearly $80K toward a Houston luncheon underwriting continuing maritime education courses offered at SCI’s Center for Maritime Education.
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