CRUISING

HSM began with Bible Study and Worship Services on cruise ships and that remains our passion.  Over the years, our presence on ships has grown to include several others on our Ministry Team who represent HSM on ships.  We would love for you to join us on one of our HSM cruises!

FAQs about the Cruise Ministry:

  • Is this a group tour?  How do I sign up to go with you? Cruising is not part of our Christian Group Travel ministry.  You do not sign up with us.  God called us to provide an opportunity for Christians on cruise ships to fellowship through Bible Study and Worship.  This means that those who come to our studies do not go on the cruise with us.  They find us once they are on board.  This method provides God’s Word to anyone on board who wishes to attend.

  • How do we find you on the ship?  God has opened doors for us to be listed in the Daily Program so that guests will know when and where we will be meeting for Bible Study and Worship Services.

  • So, if I don’t book with you, how do I book?  Just as you would for any cruise you would take—with your travel agent or through the cruise line site online.  If you do not have a travel agent and need help, use the information on the Connect page to reach out to us.

  • Are you compensated by the ship for your services?  No.  We travel as full-paying guests, just like everyone else.  We are not given any “special perks” by the cruise line.  We are supported in part by donations from our Support Team members.  If you wish to support HSM with a financial gift, visit Donate Now.

  • What cruise lines do you book?  We have found that Princess is the most accommodating line to our ministry, but we have also seen God do amazing things on Royal Caribbean, Azamara, Holland America, and Viking.

  • What kinds of cruises do you book? We primarily book longer cruises (2 weeks to 4 months) to provide enough days to create a vibrant Christian community and delve into the Bible in a meaningful way.  Most itineraries involve extensive ocean travel, including 20 or more days at sea.

  • What do you teach in the Bible Study? Our signature study is based on Pam’s book, The Bible in 10 Days.  You can read more about it under Books.  Other studies have included the Gospel of John, the History of the Bible, Holy Week and Advent studies, the Miracles and Parables of Jesus, and studies on the Prophets and Revelation.

  • I’d like to join you on a ministry cruise. How do I find out when and where you will be cruising? Two ways: You can visit this website periodically and check the Events Calendar. Or, you can find out immediately when we book by subscribing to HSMail on the Connect page.