They may bring their children but it is difficult to get them involved. Young folks want quality family activities not another meeting. Most of us know it is a challenge to attract younger people and start Mariner ships for them. The Associate for Family Ministry reminded us that churches must provide ministries for young folks and their entire family. Small groups are a viable way to reach them.
Mariners has a great legacy as a small group organization.
Many ships have been sailing for over 50 years. This is a valuable asset as we move into the future. The NEB processed all of this and developed a new mission statement. The Mission of Presbyterian Mariners is to support families and to provide an extended community of care and spiritual nurture. Everything should be done to help ships, particularly fragile ones, survive and thrive.