Book Notice: Stiftelsen Sjömanskyrkan i Stockholm – Sjömansinstitutet 100 år.
by Jason Zuidema (NAMMA/ICMA) Catharina Silberman, Stiftelsen Sjömanskyrkan i Stockholm - Sjömansinstitutet 100 år. 2017. The 100th anniversary volume of the Stockholm Seamen’s Church and Institute is a rich and detailed account of an organization that has continually adapted to the needs
NAMMA Regional Meeting Florida
The North American Maritime Ministry Association (NAMMA) regional meeting on March 4 in Canaveral brought together seafarers' welfare organizations, port chaplains, and industry representatives for a day of discussion, collaboration, and insight into the evolving landscape of maritime ministry. Hosted
Houston Training 2025
The maritime world is constantly evolving, and those engaged in maritime ministry must continue to develop their skills and knowledge to effectively serve seafarers. From February 23 to 28, a diverse group of participants gathered in Houston, Texas, for a
Exploring the History of the White Fleet on the St. Lawrence River
On Sunday 19 January, we listened to fascinating presentation hosted by La Bibliothèque Réjean-Ducharme de St-Ignace-de-Loyola, where Louis-Vincent Barthe, a former seafarer and author, shared the history of the iconic “White Fleet” of passenger ships on the St. Lawrence River.
Book Review: How the World Ran Out of Everything by Peter S. Goodman
Book Review of How the World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain by Peter S. Goodman (HarperCollins, 2024). Peter S. Goodman, global economics correspondent for The New York Times, offers a revealing exploration of the fragile and exploitative
“Christ Came to Us and for Us, and He Is Our Hope,”— Father Oleksandr Smerechynskyi on Serving Seafarers
Interview by Viktoriya Mazur, UGCC Information Department on December 24, 2024 (published originally in Ukrainian here) Soon, Ukrainians, along with the rest of the world, will celebrate the birth of Christ. Christmas is always associated with miracles and brings hope. We
A Sea of Generosity: Bringing Christmas to Seafarers in Wilmington, DE
By Susan Huppert, NAMMA Volunteers have been tirelessly working for months in preparation for the grand delivery of Christmas cheer to the Port of Wilmington, Delaware. The culmination of their efforts—knitting hats, gathering gifts, wrapping packages, and organizing deliveries—has finally arrived,
Rejoicing in the Savior’s Birth: A Christmas Message
“When the angels went away from them to heaven, the shepherds said to one another, ‘Let us go, then, to Bethlehem to see this thing that has taken place, which the Lord has made known to us.’ So they went
Seafarers’ House Lands a Spot on Fort Lauderdale Monopoly Board
Seafarers’ House, a vital support hub for maritime workers in Fort Lauderdale, has achieved a delightful recognition: its inclusion in the brand-new Monopoly: Fort Lauderdale Edition. This achievement showcases not only the importance of Seafarers’ House to the local community
NAMMA’s Top Ten of 2024: Celebrating a Year of Maritime Ministry
As the year draws to a close, it’s a perfect time to reflect on NAMMA’s successes in 2024. From new initiatives to international partnerships, this year showcased NAMMA's commitment to seafarers' welfare and maritime ministry. The highlight of the year was
