by Michael McG | Nov 29, 2021 | Apostleship of the Sea, Organisations
When small children go to bed on Christmas Eve, their minds are full of images of Santa Claus flying through the night sky with reindeers pulling a sleigh piled high with presents. But, of course, it’s not Santa who will bring their presents – it’s seafarers....
by Michael McG | Nov 12, 2021 | Apostleship of the Sea, Organisations
To mark World Fisheries Day, Stella Maris (formerly known as Apostleship of the Sea) is holding an online panel discussion to look at the darker side of the maritime world – modern slavery aboard some fishing vessels. The expert panel, including Stella Maris chaplains...
by Michael McG | Jun 8, 2021 | Apostleship of the Sea, Organisations
Congregations across the diocese are asked to remember seafarers and fishers in their prayers on Sea Sunday, which this year is on July 11. Churches will also hold a second collection for Catholic charity Stella Maris (formerly called Apostleship of the...
by Michael McG | Dec 16, 2020 | Apostleship of the Sea, Organisations
This Sunday (December 20) is Sea Sunday, when the Church prays for all those who live and work at sea.Seafarers and fishers are among the heroes of this pandemic, ensuring that food, medicine and other vital equipment continues to be delivered to us. Please support...
by Michael McG | Jul 7, 2020 | Apostleship of the Sea, Organisations
In the light of the uncertainty posed by Covid-19, the Catholic bishops of England and Wales have decided to postpone Sea Sunday 2020, which was due to take place on July 12. The date has not yet been finalised, but it is likely to be either Sunday December 13 or...
by Michael McG | Jun 29, 2020 | Pope Francis, Coronavirus, Apostleship of the Sea
Pope Francis has sent a video message of encouragement to seafarers recognising the difficulties they face as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. In the video, he expresses gratitude for their help in feeding humanity despite the risks involved and prays for those who...