On March 5, our Paducah, KY, staff and leadership were delighted to welcome more than 50 community members for a special luncheon. Guests had the opportunity to get to know our team, tour the Center for Maritime Education (CME), and learn more about how SCI programs support and uplift mariners navigating the inland waterways SCI […]
Read MoreThis month, Seamen’s Church Institute welcomed mariners, maritime personnel, and their families to two joyful Christmas Services and Celebrations—gatherings rooted in gratitude, fellowship, and the enduring spirit of the maritime community. Port Newark, NJ – International Seafarers’ Center On December 17, SCI hosted its second annual Christmas Service and Celebration at the International Seafarers’ Center […]
Read Moreby the Rev. Grace Pardun SCI Supervisory Chaplain, Ministry on the River Did you know we have a chapel at the Center for Maritime Education in Paducah? It’s a little chapel, just off the main entrance. It fits about 10 people comfortably, 15 if you’re willing to get cozy. Lining the walls of the chapel […]
Read MoreThe Center for Maritime Education (CME) is pleased to welcome Tommy Galvan to the Paducah team as a Simulator Operator/Instructor Trainee. A native of Houston, Texas, and now a Paducah resident, Tommy brings some maritime experience to his new role. He previously served as a mate-pilot at Tennessee Valley Towing and is working on getting […]
Read MoreSeamen’s Church Institute Promotes Kelly Butts to Assistant Director of CME Paducah The Seamen’s Church Institute is pleased to announce the promotion of Kelly Butts to Assistant Director of the Center for Maritime Education in Paducah. Originally from Columbus, GA, Kelly has been a vital member of the SCI team since November 1997, contributing over […]
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