“When he visits, the first thing he asks crew members is how they are doing … long stretches at sea and being away from loved ones who need them can result in severe anxiety or depression – even suicide. ‘I try to build a rapport with them … to show them we’re concerned and that we care for them.’ “
Our Chaplain Retchie beautifully shows the heart and soul of our work in “Sea Carers” – the cover story of Southern Cross Magazine August-September 2025.
Southern Cross is a vital source of news, opinions and views on the latest issues, resources and events distributed to over 325 Anglican parishes, schools and institutions in Sydney.
Find it in your parish or read it online at their website: https://magazine.sydneyanglicans.net/
Thank you Southern Cross for helping us to showcase how we make a difference in the lives of more than 10,000 seafarers visiting Sydney each year.
