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
Seafaring Tattoos: A Unique Exhibition Sheds Light on the Men and Women who Work at Sea
At the Seamen’s Club in Sète, France, an exhibition titled "Seafaring Tattoos" is drawing attention for its intimate look into the lives of seafarers through the art they carry on their skin. With photos by Silvie Boyd, Chaplain of the
ICMA World Conference 2025: Interview with Host Partners, Stella Maris Barcelona
During the recent ICMA Annual General Meeting in Geneva, September 5-6, Dr. Jason Zuidema sat down with Deacon Ricardo Rodriguez-Martos and Jeronimo Dadin of Stella Maris Barcelona to discuss the ICMA World Conference, 6-9 October 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Why does
ICMA Gathers in Geneva for Annual Meeting
Article audio (courtesy of Don Sheetz) The International Christian Maritime Association (ICMA) held its Annual General Meeting and Seminar on September 5-6, 2024, hosted generously by the MSC Group in Geneva, Switzerland. This annual event was a gathering of 25 participants
Building Ecumenism in Maritime Ministry
At the recent International Christian Maritime Association (ICMA) Members' Meeting in Geneva, the Rev'd Dr. Benjamin Simon led a thought-provoking session on "Building Ecumenism." This workshop, held at the headquarters of MSC Group, the world’s largest container shipping company, delved
Celebrating a Lunch of Support for the Mariner’s House in the Port of Montreal
Article audio (courtesy of Don Sheetz) By Jason Zuidema, NAMMA On Thursday, August 29, the Port of Montreal was the setting for a meaningful and festive fundraising lunch in support of the Mariner’s House of Montreal. The event, catered by Le Muscadin
MareTraining Launches New Course on How to Renew a Struggling Seafarers’ Mission
Article audio (courtesy of Don Sheetz) August 15, 2024 – NAMMA's MareTraining is delighted to announce the launch of a new module titled "Seafarers' Centre Adaptation and Renewal". This course, inspired by a compelling lecture delivered by Peter Cottrell, provides an
