Would you like to serve as a Chaplain or Board Member?

We need dedicated Christian volunteers with a heart for God who will commit themselves as a member of a local outreach to seafarers. We request that a Board member:

-be in agreement with the workplace chaplaincy strategy where we seek permission from, and partner with, the industry to care for and encourage their employees, encourage moral living and point them to faith in God and when appropriate, share Jesus Christ as Savior.

- actively participate in regular meetings of the Board of Directors,

- be in agreement with the Standard of Faith and Statement on Social Issues of Port of Hope Ministries,

- be in good standing with, and regularly attend, a local church,

- take personal initiative to find ways of developing and expanding the ministry to meet and serve the needs of crew members and local operators,

- be willing to represent the ministry in churches and the community and when appropriate, help raise funds,

- take personal initiative to find ways of developing and expanding the ministry to meet and serve the needs of crew members and local operators,


We will also be seeking a chaplain who will visit the seafarers and port workers. We request that a chaplain:

- be willing to serve in an workplace style of chaplaincy which seeks permission, and partners with, the industry to care for and encourage all employees to be better members of their work, home and social community, to encourage moral living and faith in God and when appropriate, present Jesus Christ as Savior and encourage personal faith Christ,

- be in agreement with the Standard of Faith and Statement on Social Issues of Port of Hope Ministries,

- be in good standing with, and regularly attend, a local church,

- post high school Bible training with ministry experience,

- be endorsed by their denomination,

- take personal initiative to find ways of developing and expanding the ministry to meet and serve more crew members and local operators,

- be willing, if asked, to help raise personal financial support and/or ministry expenses,

- be willing to commit to serving the ministry for an agreed period of time.

The chaplain will be trained in tracking the boat's arrival, getting permission to visit the towboats, onboard safety, crew courtesy and care, and spiritual care, both in person and e-mail, Internet social networking and cell phone.

In addition, the ministry will work hard to remain above reproach in our contact with the crew members and shore workers. We maintain strict policies regarding personal relationships with seafarers, which includes what constitutes appropriate and inappropriate touching, how, when and where to meet workers on the towboats and shore work areas, and how to share your faith in an appropriate and timely manner. 

This can  become a rewarding personal chaplain ministry. It is a wonderful opportunity for couples to work together in ministry. As you climb board the towboat and mingle with the crew you will serve and encourage your river-based friends through your love and compassion of Jesus Christ and, when it is appropriate, share your faith in a respectful and caring way.

                                For more information call Phil DuFrene at
                                407-414-4657 or toll free: 1-877-744-5332.