Why we Care
Months at sea, thousands of miles from home and family, facing dangers on the sea can bring loneliness, depression and worry
Supporting Seafarers
Befriending and Caring
For over 170 years SCFS has been tending to the spiritual, physical, emotional and practical needs of the seafaring community
What we do
Be a friend to seafarers
A thoughtful gift, a knitted scarf, a kind donation or volunteering to ship visit are some of the ways you can help us bring joy to a seafarer
Get Involved
Real Stories, real Seafarers
Rado is a Bulgarian seafarer in hospital after being evacuated from his ship while our Cork Port Chaplain was onboard
Get Involved
What seafarers say about us
“Thank you for all you do for the crew. It’s like a well in a dry and weary land when you guys step on board”
Stories
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Welcome to SCFS

Seafarers' Christian Friend Society

For over 170 years, we have provided a lifeline to men and women, from all nations, who work at sea. Our chaplains, with your support, offer compassion, friendship and support for their physical, emotional and spiritual needs.

If you or a loved one have ever had to isolate or remain housebound, you’ll know the feeling of disconnection that seafarers feel on a much bigger scale. With quick turnarounds at port, they rarely have the opportunity to leave their ship and get on dry land.

Over the years, our chaplains and volunteer ship visitors have boarded thousands of ships when they arrive in port and have connected with tens of thousands of crew, both male and female.

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