The first of a special three-part series focusing on suicide.  This episode will consider the prevalence of suicide, what the Bible has to say, and what some of the signs of suicide might be.  

COVID-19 has had considerable impacts on the lives of seafarers.  Crew changes are restricted in many jurisdictions and access to shore leave, and shore-based welfare support has become increasingly difficult or is denied in many ports.  As a result seafarers are struggling to get home at the end of their contracts, or even to get access to Seafarer Centres and the much-needed WIFI connections to home.  All of this is having negative impacts on seafarers mental health.  In this episode, I am joined by Aaron Ironside, the National Chaplain for the Sailors' Society in New Zealand and a trained mental health worker.  Together we will consider the impacts that this is having and some simple things that can be done to help seafarers to navigate these difficult times.  

As COVID-19 shakes the world the plight of seafarers has become ever more urgent.  In this episode, we explore the power, place and importance of advocacy as it pertains to maritime ministry.

One of the biggest issues facing anyone in ministry or any other helping profession is burnout.  In this episode, we explore the important issue of self-care, and look at why it is important.  We will consider the signs and symptoms of burnout and a number of important self-care tools which can help to alleviate the risk of burnout in ministry. 

In this episode, we explore the world of digital chaplaincy and internet-based tools such as the Mission to Seafarers' Chat to a Chaplain.  We will also consider some of the skills needed to make digital platforms more effective for those connecting through them.

A taste of what As the Crow Flies is all about, a podcast designed for those working in Maritime Ministry.  Created through funding from The Mission to Seafarers, As the Crow Flies aims to provide information, education and inspiration to anyone working in maritime welfare.