EASTER MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP

Jesus lives… now what? We arrive again at that point in the church’s liturgical year, Easter Sunday, when we heighten our celebration of the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is a time of alleluias, bright colours, joyful music, and gorgeous flowers. However, our celebrations should not stop with …

PROVINCIAL SUNDAY

PROVINCIAL SUNDAYFebruary 8th, 2026My sisters and brothers in Christ, Grace, peace, and blessings to all from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.On this Provincial Sunday, we gather in unity across our Province and give thanks for the wonderful gifts of fellowship, shared mission, and a rich heritage of …

ADVENT BIBLE STUDY 2025

From the Desk of the DirectorDear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Grace and peace to you in this holy season ofAdvent! As we enter this time of watchful waitingand sacred preparation, I extend warm greetings toevery member of our diocesan family, those in ourchurches, our communities, and especially thoserebuilding after …

Restore HOPE After Hurricane Melissa

Understanding the Foundations of Hope An old hymn written in the nineteenth century by Edward Mote and frequently sung during missionary services, powerfully asserts that the Christian’s hope is built on nothing less than Jesus’ blood and righteousness. In essence, this means that our hope is firmly rooted, grounded, and …

Letter to the Church- After Hurricane Melissa

My Sisters & Brothers in Christ! Our nation and the Diocese continue to come to grips with the magnitude of the destruction wrought by Hurricane Melissa, especially in central and western Jamaica. We offer our prayers and full support to the thousands of people affected by this disaster. Reports to …

Diocese Restoring Lives After Hurricane Beryl

An update on the lives of members impacted by the HurricaneBy Rev. Olando Gayle             July 3, 2025 marks the anniversary of Hurricane Beryl, which ravaged the Southern parishes of Jamaica. So extensive was the destruction of this Category 4 hurricane, that many were convinced it was actually Category 5. …

Rt. Rev. Leon Golding is Diocesan Bishop-Elect

The Rt. Rev. Leon Paul Golding is the Diocesan Bishop-Elect for the Diocese of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands. Bishop Golding received 204 of the 214 votes cast by Clergy and Lay Representatives who attended The Special Synod, known as the Elective Assembly, which was held at St. Luke’s Church …

Lenten Study 2025

Anglican Identity – What defines us as Anglican? IntroductionWhat defines or identifies us as Anglicans? What makes us unique as a denomination? This seven-weekLenten Study, is designed to help us better understand who we are as Anglicans, and for us to appreciateour perspectives, as it relates to working together as …