Benoit Faist: A Lifelong Commitment to the Sea and Service with La Mission de la Mer Stella Maris France
https://youtu.be/qmSdnpZr7nU Benoit Faist, the General Secretary of La Mission de la Mer Stella Maris France, has lived a life intimately connected with the sea. From his early ambitions to become a seafarer, to his current role as a champion for the
Imagine Marine: Workplace Wellness and Worker Retention
On October 2, 2024, at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa, The Canadian Marine Careers Foundation hosted the "Imagine Marine" conference, featuring a panel on "Workplace Wellness." This discussion, moderated by Dr. Jason Zuidema, Executive Director of the North American Maritime
Exploring Spirituality in Stella Maris: A Reflection on the Regional Meeting
The recent Stella Maris regional meeting, held right after the NAMMA (North American Maritime Ministry Association) Conference, was an opportunity to deepen spiritual engagement and practical ministry for seafarers. The gathering was filled with prayer, reflection, and dialogue, all aimed
Celebrating Exemplary Service: NAMMA’s Distinguished Service Awards 2024
On September 25, the North American Maritime Ministry Association (NAMMA) presented its Distinguished Service Awards to two individuals who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the welfare of seafarers: The Rev'd Judith Alltree and Rev. Philip Vandercook. Their decades-long contributions
The MARE Report 2024
Welcome to this tenth print edition of the MARE Report, the journal ofmaritime ministry. We extend our gratitude to all our writers and colleaguesin seafarers' welfare, whose invaluable contributions have informed thearticles included in this issue. Our work at NAMMA
The Deutsche Seemannsmission and Seafarers International House Formalize Partnership
During the North American Maritime Ministry Association (NAMMA) Annual Conference on September 25, 2024, in Newark, NJ, a historic signing of a partnership agreement took place between the Deutsche Seemannsmission and Seafarers International House (SIH). This collaboration was a notable
Inspiring Volunteer Recruitment & Retention: Insights from Sr. Monica Clare at NAMMA 2024
https://vimeo.com/1012715597?share=copy Sr. Monica Clare captivated the audience at the NAMMA Conference 2024 in Newark with an inspiring message rooted in her personal story of discernment. Drawing from her journey as a nun at the Community of St. John Baptist, she offered
NAMMA 2024 Conference: A Collaborative Start Focused on “First Things First”
The North American Maritime Ministry Association (NAMMA) 2024 Conference began on September 24 in Newark, NJ, with 125 participants gathering from across North America and abroad. This diverse assembly of maritime chaplains and professionals came together to explore the theme,
Mission to Seafarers Canada Regional Meeting: Building Relationships and Continuity of Care
On September 23, 2024, in Newark, NJ, an important Mission to Seafarers (MTS) Canada regional meeting took place ahead of the North American Maritime Ministry Association (NAMMA) Annual Conference. The meeting, chaired by The Rev’d Joshua Messick, MTS Chaplain from
Recruitment and Retention of Seafarers in Canada
On September 13, we were pleased to welcome Manou Bernard, Directrice générale chez Comité sectoriel de main-d'œuvre de l'industrie maritime (CSMOIM), for a visit to the Mariners' House in Montreal. The visit was organized by Dr. Jason Zuidema, who will
