Sailing Vessel Praise
The Lord "PTL" |
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The Boat…
The sailing vessel Praise The Lord "PTL" is a 47 foot, 30
ton, ketch motor sailor. It is a John Alden design built by Wellington
Boat Builders in 1976 for Dave and Ruth Mitchell of Chattanooga, TN. It
was then used as a missionary base and home on the coast of Alaska and in
the Caribbean. In 1991 it was donated to Maritime Ministries to be used
for the Lord's work in the same spirit of its original owners.
Since 1991 "PTL" has logged over 20,000 miles throughout the
Chesapeake and Delaware Bays and has traveled the waterways from Richmond,
VA to Long Island, Bahamas. It was used as a missionary base and home
while establishing Maritime Ministries, Bahamas.
While in the Chesapeake Bay, Maritime Ministries offers its vessel
"PTL" as a platform for local ministry.
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The Uses…
 “PTL” is a floating discipleship training and retreat center.
It can be used by individuals, couples, families and groups.
“PTL” provides discipleship opportunities in a situation where
lives can be challenged and changed. On-board the individual is
placed in a foreign environment which enhances the opportunity for
spiritual growth. Other opportunities are available, including
outreach to remote maritime communities.
“PTL” provides a unique retreat experience that can be utilized
for respite, fellowship or other forms of ministry. The relaxed
atmosphere is ideal for quiet lessons, team building or one-on-one
fellowships.
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Cruises…
“PTL” cruises are staffed by a captain and crew member. The
schedule is flexible and on a first come basis.
“PTL” can accommodate up to 8 overnight guests. For day trips
in warmer weather, 12 guests can enjoy the deck of “PTL”. In
cooler weather 8 guests can be comfortable in the cockpit area. When
children and youth are on board, proper supervision is to be provided by
the adult guests.
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Provisions…
“PTL” is designed as a home on the water with a fully equipped
galley including: stove, microwave, propane grill, small refrigerator,
sink and utensils. It also has two bathrooms with showers.
“PTL” guests are encouraged to provide their own meals and linens.
Limited storage space for dry goods and perishables is available.
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 Cost…
"PTL" is not for hire. Donations are accepted in
support of Maritime Ministries.
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Additional Information…
 For more
information about our cruises or Maritime Ministries, please contact:
Roy Armstrong
(804) 615-2264
or contact
Keith and Janelle Fricke
(804) 737-4031
Maritime Ministries, Inc
2102 East Main Street
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 615-2264
E-mail: mminric@juno.com
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"PTL" is docked at Gloucester Point
Marina. Here are directions. All
guests on “PTL” are required to bring a completed liability waiver.
Here is the Waiver of Liability Covenant Guests
on “PTL” are encouraged to bring these
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