"... and the sea will grant each man new
hope,
as sleep brings dreams of home."
Christopher Columbus
Missionary Work of the Catholic Church
The
Apostleship of the Sea is the missionary
work of the Catholic Church extending
hospitality and pastoral care to the seafarers and fishers of the world. In
almost every country bounded by sea there
exists a community of people who care for
all seafarers regardless of their country or
culture.
Caring for the People of
the Sea
Beloved, you are
faithful in all that you do for the
brothers, even though they are strangers to
you; they have testified to your love before
the church. You will do well to help them in
a way worthy of God as they continue their
journey.
(3 Jn 1:5-6)
Stella Maris Seafarers' Centres
Arriving in port seafarers and fishers often find
themselves in unfamiliar surroundings,
foreign language, foreign currency, and
a different culture. What is familiar is the
seafarers' centre. A seafarer can come to a
port knowing that there is a place where he
will be welcomed and cared for. ~ a home
away from home.
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