| Seafarers and International House > |
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| "An ecumenical Lutheran ministry among seafarers and travelers" |
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123 East 15 Street |
| SEAFARERS AND INTERNATIONAL HOUSE may possibly be one of the lesser known of the nine remaining Augustana institutions. Our mission among seafarers and travelers is a little unusual and our clientele — seafarers, domestic violence victims, immigrants, critically-ill families and other travelers in distress — are mobile and easy to overlook. People away from home for protracted periods or under forced circumstances lack the safety net of family, friends, and community — and it becomes more difficult to cope with life's daily challenges. Pastoral care, hospitality, social assistance and advocacy serve a real purpose for these individuals and reflect, we believe, the Augustana tradition of social consciousness and global awareness. |
| Many of our mission activities take place in our 84-room hotel. Recent refurbishment of this facility was celebrated on September 27, 2004 – the 40th anniversary of the dedication of the original building. This is a re-dedication of the "House that Augustana Built." |
| You are welcome at any time to visit and/or to stay in our hotel. It is located just east of Union Square and south of Gramercy Park. Seafarers and International House is the only seafarer guesthouse operated by a church agency in New York City. We welcome travelers from all over the globe, and you don't have to be a seafarer to take advantage of the wonderful facilities and rates we offer. Come and enjoy our sparkling new guest rooms. Seafarers and International House features amenities and conveniences beyond what one expects from a budget property. |
| Augustana Shared Clergy Endowment Fund at S&IH supports the port chaplaincy portion of a clergyperson position to increase the S&IH ability to reach out and serve thousands of additional seafarers. At the same time, it facilitates the revitalization of a troubled urban congregation through the call of a new pastor and a "turn-key" outreach program. |
| Contact us or visit our website link to learn more about SEAFARERS AND INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. |
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