Pastoral Care

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Ministry on the River places a full array of services and resources at the mariner’s disposal. More...
  • SCI jointly releases Caring for Seafarers' Mental Wellbeing October 13, 2018 The Seamen’s Church Institute and the American P&I Club jointly release Caring for Seafarers’ Mental Wellbeing, a document published to provide guidance on responding to both routine and extreme More...
  • SCI’s Chaplain Baldridge at United States Merchant Marine Academy August 2, 2018 Chaplain Kempton D. Baldridge recounts his recent time supporting incoming freshmen at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY More...

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Charting Our Course: the years ahead for SCI March 7, 2018

SCI's Strategic Plan 2018-2023 is launched, and there is a change of Chairman for SCI

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SCI's River Chaplaincy Update February 1, 2018

The latest news regarding SCI's river chaplaincy network

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"Standing by to assist" families of the SS El Faro February 17, 2017

SCI chaplain the Rev. Kempton D. Baldridge reflects on his time at the hearings into the loss of the SS EL FARO

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River Bell Awards Luncheon 2016 December 10, 2016

The Seamen's Church Institute awards three honors at the 17th annual River Bell Awards Luncheon, December 8, 2016

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The Rev. Marjorie Lindstrom retires after 11 years as SCI Senior Port Chaplain October 14, 2016

The Rev. Marjorie Lindstrom reflects on her time with the Seamen's Church Institute as she looks toward her retirement in December this year.

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El Faro Memorial Dedication, Jacksonville FL October 3, 2016

SCI President and Executive Director, the Rev. David M. Rider, recently traveled to Jacksonville for the dedication of a new memorial to those lost on the El Faro one year ago.

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Nation appointed to USCG Advisory Position September 1, 2016

SCI Chaplain Michael C. Nation adds to government and industry discussions of safety on a vital section of American waterways.

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