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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Allen of the Ever Refine
Third officer on the Ever Refine, Allen had another career before becoming a seafarer: photographer! He described the beautiful pictures he takes at sea, as well as a less-pleasant aspect of the job: traffic jams. Think you have it bad?
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January 8, 2013 Josh Hamilton of the MV Dr. Edwin H. Welch
A steersman on board the MV Dr. Edwin H. Welch, Josh credits his skills and abilities to the training he received at SCI's Center for Maritime Education in Paducah, KY. "They made me understand how the rules work for me," he says.
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December 27, 2012 Nestor, Jose & Gene of the Hanjin Basel
What's inside a Christmas at Sea ditty bag? Three crew members from the Hanjin Basel get a sneak peek into their gifts handmade by SCI volunteers.
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December 17, 2012 The Superheroes of Christmas
In this holiday message, the Seamen's Church Institute unmasks the superheroes of Christmas, merchant mariners who work tirelessly to make our holiday celebrations bright and cheerful.
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December 11, 2012 Mark of the APL Melbourne
Like many seafarers, Mark will be spending Christmas—and lots of other special days—on board ship. "We don't have a choice," he says. "When you're working, every day is Monday.
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December 6, 2012 Naresh Kadam of the MOL Encore
Naresh's contract as an AB ends this month. Lucky him! For his crewmates spending Christmas on board the ship, Christmas at Sea packages will help make the holiday a little brighter.
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November 26, 2012 Alan of the Oleander
Seafarers really appreciate help from SCI ship visitors when they cannot disembark in port.
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