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"Tough times never last, but tough people do" - Robert Schuller  Listen Here:
anchor.fm/as-the-crow-flies/episodes/S1-E15-Wrapping-Things-Up-for-the-Year-eo416o Released on December 22nd, 2020 (run time of 12:12) this episode reflects on the year that has been and the chaos that has ensued. It also considers what God might be birthing into the chaos for each of us. The episode concludes by outlining some of the topics that will feature in Season Two when it is released starting May 2021. "The shipping industry can be seen to be at the forefront of globalization, and it provides us with a good example of the associated challenges for labour, regulation and standards."  Professor Helen Simpson, the Director of the Seafarers International Research Centre at Cardiff University is no stranger to the stresses and strains placed upon the men and women who work as merchant seafarers, having devoted much of her academic career to studying the impacts of work in one of the world toughest industries.
Earlier this month Professor Simpson announced the publication of a new open access book focussing on the world of the seafarer. This open access book constitutes an ethnographic mosaic which depicts the contextual complexities of the life and work of seafarers who are employed in the international merchant cargo fleet. The collection is based upon the observations and interviews of researchers in multiple disciplines. It is woven together to offer a richly detailed insight into the ways in which a complex global industry operates internationally. The book covers issues to do with career decisions and recruitment, gender, life and work on board multinational vessels, health and safety issues, the regulation of the industry, shipboard roles and role conflict, and the representation of workers. This book is a worthy addition to the world of maritime literature, and may prove to be a paradigm defining text for those of us who work in the sector and wish to understand more the world that seafarers and their families inhabit. The open access nature of the book means that it can be read by anyone, anywhere in the world free of charge. To access the book please follow this link: www.springer.com/gp/book/9783030498245#aboutBook "Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success." Henry Ford  Listen Here:
anchor.fm/as-the-crow-flies/episodes/S1-E14-The-Value-of-Working-Together-ene495 Released on December 11th, 2020 (run time of 41:15) this episode delves into the topic of ecumenism in the maritime sector and features an wonderfully thought provoking interview with Dr Jason Zuidema, the General Secretary of the International Christian Maritime Association (ICMA) and Executive Director of the North American Maritime Ministry Association (NAMMA). Jason gives us his take on why working together is critical in these every changing times and he speaks from his viewpoint of seeing the global work of the various maritime ministries. He also shares his views on what happens when we don't work together, and the benefits for when we do. Jason is a passionate advocate for productive ecumenical relationships who doesn't just talk the talk but also gracefully walks the walk. Useful Resources shared in the podcast: A History of ICMA, a short documentary prepared for the 50th Anniversary Conference in Taiwan: vimeo.com/368453902 The ICMA website, which contains links to all of the main sessions from the World Conference in Taiwan: icma.as The NAMMA website where you cam also find links to the MARE Report and MARE Training: namma.org The following are two links to a two-part series on ecumenism produced by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops: Part One: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lcGNvabThg Part Two: www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-DG4q17ldk This is a link to the University of Nottingham series, Theologians in Conversation on "The State of Ecumenism": www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHssJZrTyjg And finally a link to an amazing lesson on leadership and taking the courage to lead into change (and leading in working together perhaps) called "Leadership From A Dancing Guy." It is film from the Sasquatch Music Festival 2009, with commentary and insights by Derek Sivers. It was originally presented as a TEDTalk: www.youtube.com/watch?v=hO8MwBZl-Vc  Because of the nature of their work seafarers spend long periods of time away from their families and therefore represent a group at higher risk for sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV infection. Unsafe sex, drug addiction, or procedures such as tattooing all play a relevant role in HIV transmission.
Seafarers are one of the populations worst hit by HIV/AIDS in parts of south east Asia — Cambodia, Lao People’s Democratic Republic Burma, Thailand, Vietnam and Yunan province (China). Prevalence rates among seafarers are as high as 22% in some places. Working conditions onboard a merchant vessel can make it harder for seafarers to access information about HIV prevention and related services to decrease their risk of becoming infected. Because seafarers are a highly mobile population, they aren’t always able to visit shore-based medical and information services. This is why it is important that advice and information on HIV and AIDS continues to be freely provided for seafarers. Ship Visitors and Chaplains can be a source of information, care and concern. May we continue to do all that we can to help educate and provide support. Check here for the ITF Report on HIV/AIDS in the maritime sector: www.itfglobal.org/media/819789/hiv_survey.pdf A Prayer for World Aids Day God, open our eyes to the systems around us that oppress, hold down, and disadvantage the most vulnerable in our society, so that we may increase and abound in our love for one another and for all people. God, open our ears to the myths, stereotypes, and lies that keep these systems going, so that we may increase and abound in our love for one another and for all people. God, open our mouths to challenging conversations about race, sex, and differences, so that we may increase and abound in our love for one another and for all people. God, open our hearts to the understanding that we are all affected by HIV/AIDS, so that we may increase and abound in our love for one another and for all people. This prayer first appeared in a bulletin insert for World AIDS Day created by the United Church of Canada. “Every person can make a difference, and every person should try.” – John F. Kennedy  Listen Here:
anchor.fm/as-the-crow-flies/episodes/S1-E13-The-Role--Place-of-Volunteers-emvect Released on November 27th, 2020 (run time of 50:12) this episode considers the role and value of volunteers and features an inspiring interview with Ken Hawkins, the Executive Director for The Mission to Seafarers in Seattle, Washington and the Canon for Storytelling in the Diocese of Olympia. Ken shares from his incredible experiences of recruiting, mentoring, motivating and deploying a myriad of volunteers. He talks about how he advertises for new volunteers by passionately telling "the story" of The Mission and how he then matches potential volunteers with the various volunteering roles in the organisation. Useful Resources shared in the podcast: Reports The Ties that Bind: Volunteering and Community Resilience (The United Nations 2018 State of the World’s Volunteerism Report) www.unv.org/sites/default/files/UNV_SWVR_2018_English_WEB.pdf Mayo Clinic Report Helping people, changing lives: The 6 health benefits of volunteering www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/helping-people-changing-lives-the-6-health-benefits-of-volunteering Harvard University blog The many ways volunteering is good for your heart www.health.harvard.edu/blog/many-ways-volunteering-good-heart-201606039726 and the report that it references regarding how finding purpose in life has positive health benefits: www.smartretirement.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Purpose-in-Life-and-Its-Relationship-to-All-Cause.pdf TEDTalks How volunteerism can change your world by Joyce Bertram @ TEDxVilnius www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXb6bDX9FDo Volunteering - the beneficial side effects by Eric Cooper @ TEDxSanAntonio www.ted.com/talks/eric_cooper_volunteering_the_beneficial_side_effects Books Managing Volunteers: How to Maximize Your Most Valuable Resource by Nancy Sakaduski www.amazon.com/Managing-Volunteers-Maximize-Valuable-Resource/dp/1440803641/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=managing+volunteers+how+to+maximize&qid=1606682663&sr=8-1 The Complete Volunteer Management Handbook edited by Rob Jackson, Mike Locke, Dr Eddy Hogg, and Rick Lynch www.amazon.com/Complete-Volunteer-Management-Handbook-ebook/dp/B0845N3W37/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+complete+volunteer+management&qid=1606682821&sr=8-1 "O Master, let me not seek as much to be consoled as to console, to be understood as to understand" - St Francis of Assisi  Listen Here:
anchor.fm/as-the-crow-flies/episodes/S1-E12-The-Power-of-Listening-Part-2-em1uk2 Released on November 13th (run time of 56:00) this episode focuses some of the essential the skill of listening. Following on from episode 11, this episode delves into some critical listening skills as outlined by our guest speaker, Reverend Dr Lynne Baab in her book "The Power of Listening: Building Skills for Mission and Ministry." www.amazon.com/Power-Listening-Building-Mission-Ministry/dp/1566997119#ace-g2545694624 Lynne shares some of the fundamental skills of listening, including skills that keep people talking, guided conversations, the use of empathy, and triple listening. Useful Resources shared in the podcast: All of Lynne's books and resources can be accessed here: www.lynnebaab.com/ Emotions Directories - three to consider: tomdrummond.com/app/uploads/2019/11/Emotion-Feelings.pdf wisdomhouselearning.com/2017/12/05/emotional-literacy-colour-wheel/ brgcommunications.com/helpful-tools-to-identify-emotional-triggers/ Active listening & Effective listening skills worksheet (with some great ideas around good questions to keep conversations going): www.mosaicprojects.com.au/WhitePapers/WP1012_Active_Listening.pdf Book - The Lost Art of Listening by Michael P Nichols www.amazon.com/Lost-Art-Listening-Second-Relationships/dp/1593859864/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+lost+art+of+listening&qid=1604547722&sr=8-1 "Our love for others is learning to listen to them" - Dietrich Bonhoeffer  Listen Here:
anchor.fm/as-the-crow-flies/episodes/S1-E11-The-Power-of-Listening-Part-1-elnr84 Released on October 30th (run time of 41:47) this episode focuses on one of the most important skills we can use in effective maritime ministry - the skill of listening. In this episode we are joined by Reverend Dr Lynne Baab author of the book "The Power of Listening: Building Skills for Mission and Ministry." www.amazon.com/Power-Listening-Building-Mission-Ministry/dp/1566997119#ace-g2545694624 Lynne talks about the importance of listening, how people can feel listened to, and what happens when we don't listen effectively. She also explores the way that good listening is an outworking of the gospel. Useful Resources shared in the podcast: All of Lynne's books and resources can be accessed here: www.lynnebaab.com/ TedTalk by Julian Treasure (TEDGlobal 2011) Five Ways to Listen Better www.ted.com/talks/julian_treasure_5_ways_to_listen_better?language=en The Listening Skills Podcast by Lyn Lindbergh podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2xpc3RlbmluZ3NraWxscy5saWJzeW4uY29tL3Jzcw?sa=X&ved=0CA0QrrcFahcKEwjoyJK4kdbsAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAw “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” Ralph Waldo Emerson  Listen Here: anchor.fm/as-the-crow-flies/episodes/S1-E10-The-Importance-of-Ongoing-Professional-Development-el4cu8 Released on October 16th (run time of 41:30) this episode focuses on the importance of professional development. As this year has shown us - more than ever we live in a rapidly changing world, and the way that we do ministry can change very quickly. As such keeping our knowledge and skills up-to-date is essential.
Useful Resources shared in the podcast: The JOHARI window. Garry talks about the importance of knowing what we know and being aware of what we do not know. The JOHARI window is a useful tool in considering this. Here is a useful explanation of this valuable concept: www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aF-olRMuoQ The Mission to Seafarers Australia training tool www.mts.org.au/ Click on the tab for Centre Resources, and then choose Training Courses. This will open a new tab where you can then register and take advantage of an amazing array of useful tools and trainings. Free On-line training courses: LINGOS free online training for NGOs lingos.org/last-mile-learning/ edX humanities courses www.edx.org/course/subject/humanities Future Learn (which has a few good COVID-19 related courses) www.futurelearn.com/courses Open Learn www.open.edu/openlearn/free-courses Coursera www.coursera.org/ Not-for-profit Ready www.nonprofitready.org/ TED Talks millions of inspirational talks on a myriad of subjects. TED Talks are inspirational, current, and feature outstanding speakers. There is something here for everyone www.ted.com/talks ICMA 2019 Conference icma.as/icma-world-conference-2019-program/ The How to Be Awesome at Your Job Podcast art19.com/shows/how-to-be-awesome-at-your-job |
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