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Author: Christine Polit

Trish’s First Few Months

December 4, 2014 Christine Polit

After a 7 month long stay in Philadelphia, the Nicolina and her crew finally got underway last week. I was…

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SCI Vans Make Family Reunions and More Possible

November 13, 2014 Christine Polit

SCI’s vans cover more than 100,000 miles each year as they visit numerous ships at over 30 terminals. These miles…

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Seafarers are a Part of Economic Growth

Christine Polit

Two new industries are coming to the New Jersey Riverfront! They will have a definite positive impact on the local…

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Our Ministry

April 26, 2014 Christine Polit

September 11, 2001 completely altered the way we do our mission. While our mission to be Good Samaritans for seafarers…

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The Seafarer’s Life

Christine Polit

The portrait of a cargo-ship worker has changed since SCI began serving the Delaware Riverway in 1843. Seamen often take…

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How You Can Help

Christine Polit

SUPPORT SCI – BY SHOPPING AT AMAZON SMILE It’s the same Amazon you know.  Same products, same prices, same service.Amazon donates…

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Our Mission

Seamen’s Church Institute of Philadelphia and South Jersey has a mission to serve proactively, without prejudice, the human needs of seafarers and the maritime community of the Delaware River.

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