Birthdays, holidays and anniversaries can be lonely times for seafarers far away from their families. Captain Mario Semilla tells Port Newark chaplain Jacques Girard how he and his crewmates celebrate special occasions on board ship.
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…
