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Cruise Ship Priest Program
Program created in 2003 to screen and approve Catholic priests to serve as onboard chaplains for cruise passengers and crew.
Description
AOS-USA operates the Cruise Ship Priest Program for the pastoral care of cruise ship passengers and crew. Created in 2003, the program ensures that only valid priests in good standing, with their bishop's or provincial's permission, serve on board as chaplains. Priests follow the AOS-USA Cruise Ship Priest Manual.
Key features
- Screening and approval of Roman Catholic priests for cruise chaplaincy
- Daily Mass for passengers and weekly Mass for crew
- Ecumenical or interfaith services for non-Catholic passengers
- Pastoral care and visitation of the sick
- Participating cruise lines listed include Holland America Line, Royal Caribbean International, MSC Cruises and Explora
Applications
Cruise lines seeking approved chaplains for passengers and crew, and priests wishing to serve at sea.
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