In short
What is going on
On board, there are pastoral conversations, Bibles in many languages, and practical help, such as warm jackets and winter hats. Those who are allowed to disembark can join for a meal and Bible study at De Bron / Oase church.
The story
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For many years, Christians have been active in the port of Amsterdam.
Such as port chaplain Leon Rasser on behalf of the Protestant Church. He visits the large seagoing vessels and their international crew. There are pastoral conversations and there are Bibles in many languages. Diaconal help is regularly offered, for example by bringing suitcases, winter hats, warm jackets, or other necessities on board.
Every port in the world has a Seamen’s Center; often this is run by volunteers with a Christian background from various churches. In Amsterdam, the Port Authority is responsible for it.
Seafarers have the 'right' to go ashore in port, provided the ship is anchored there long enough.
The Filipino couple Daniël and Doris pick up seafarers from the ships and together they have a meal and Bible study in the building of the nearby church De Bron / Oase for Nieuw-West. What a beautiful ministry!
