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  • Rev. Collin Reid Consecrated Bishop - The Diocese of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands entered a new chapter in its life and ministry on Saturday, July 25, with the ordination and consecration of the Reverend Canon Collin Reid as Suffragan Bishop of Montego Bay. Held at the historic St James Parish Church on the Feast of Saint James the Apostle, the…
  • THE SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION - May 19, 2026To: ALL CHURCH WORKERS HOLDING THE BISHOP’S LICENCE Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,There is some misunderstanding concerning the Sacrament of Confirmation in our Diocese. Confirmation is still a sacrament practiced by the Province and the Diocese. On Advent Sunday, 2024, the Province returned to the ancient practice of only requiring that a…
  • 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 our decorations and shouts of…
  • 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 faith that binds us together.…
  • Bishop Philip Wright Is New Archbishop of The West Indies - The Rt. Rev. Philip Wright, Bishop of Belize, has been elected as the 14th Archbishop and Primate of the Church in the Province of the West Indies, CPWI. He was elected on November 10 by clergy and laity attending the 42nd Triennial Provincial Synod at the Breezes Resort, Cable Beach in Nassau, Bahamas. He succeeds…
  • 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 date indicate that four Churches…
  • Sermon at the Induction, Investiture and Enthronement - By The Rt. Rev. Leon GoldingBishop of Jamaica and The Cayman Islandsat the Cathedral of St. Jago de la Vega, Spanish TownSeptember 28, 2025 The Feast of St. Michael and All Angels Our readings for the feast of St. Michael and all Angels invite us to reflect on that unseen host, of angels and archangels…
  • 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. Hurricane Beryl washed away farms,…
  • 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 Hall in Cross Roads today.…
  • Archbishop Howard Gregory Archbishop Gregory for International Ecumenical Cathedra - The Most Rev. Dr. The Hon. Howard Gregory, OJ, Archbishop of the West Indies and Bishop of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands (Anglican), will be installed in the International Ecumenical Cathedra at the Cathedral of St. John The Divine, New York during a special Service on Sunday, December 1. The Bishop of New York, The…
  • Archbishop Justin Welby RESIGNATION OF THE ARCHBISHOP OF CANTERBURY, THE MOST REV. AND RIGHT HONOURABLE JUSTIN WELBY NOVEMBER 2024 - It is with a deep sense of sadness and regret that the resignation of Archbishop Justin Welby has been received. He has been an outstanding Archbishop and symbolic spiritual leader of our Anglican Communion and was due to demit office in 2026. Unfortunately, a report captioned the Makin Review which investigated the serious violations of…
  • Archbishop Howard Gregory Archbishop Gregory to Retire at Year-End - The Most Rev. Dr. The Hon. Howard Gregory, OJ, Archbishop of the West Indies and Bishop of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands, will retire from full-time service, effective December 31, 2024, having served as an ordained minister for 51 years. The Archbishop announced his impending retirement today (November 13) in a letter to Clergy and…

Our Lenten Journey: Jesus baptised by John in the Jordan

Friday in the First Week of Lent, Year B Reading: Mark 1: 9 – 13 Scripture: “In those days, Jesus was baptised by John in the Jordan…” (Mark 1:9) Reflection: When you read the story of Jesus’ baptism, year after year, does it mean the same thing each time? Does it mean anything at all? It is so…

Our Lenten Journey: The righteous for the unrighteous

Reading: 1 Peter 3:18-22 Scripture: “For Christ also suffered for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous,” (1 Peter 3:18) Reflection: Surely you must be familiar with the saying “the good suffering for the bad.”  And we know how angry we become when we have done all that we should, obeyed and followed the rules, only to find that because of the bad…

Our Lenten Journey: The covenant of the bow

The covenant of the bow             Reading: Genesis 9:8-17 Scripture: “When the bow is in the clouds, I will see and remember the everlasting covenant between God and every living creature of all flesh that is on the earth.” (Genesis 9:16 Reflection: Noah and the other survivors of the flood must have…

Lent 2021 Homily with Archbishop Gregory

Archbishop Howard Gregory – PALM SUNDAY Mar 28 Archbishop Howard Gregory – 5th Sunday in Lent Mar 21 Archbishop Howard Gregory – 4th Sunday in Lent – Mar 14 Archbishop Howard Gregory – 3rd Sunday in Lent – Mar 7 Archbishop Howard Gregory – 2nd Sunday in Lent – Feb 28 Archbishop Howard Gregory – 1st Sunday in Lent

Our Lenten Journey – He has our backs!

The Collect: Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit into the wilderness and was tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save: through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord,…

Our Lenten Journey – Abide with me

Hymn: Abide with me; fast falls the eventide (CPWI #7) Verse 1:   Abide with me; fast falls the eventide:                  the darkness deepens; Lord, with me abide:                  when other helpers fail, and comforts flee,              …

Our Lenten Journey – And still we rise!

Friday after Ash Wednesday, 19 February 2021  And still we rise! Reading: Matthew 6: 1-6, 16 – 21 Scripture: “Beware of practising your piety before others in order to be seen by them; for then you have no reward from your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 6:1) Reflection: “Remember that you are dust and to dust you shall return”……

Our Lenten Journey – His love is all we need

Thursday, 18 February 2021 Reading: 2 Corinthians 5: 20b – 6: 10 Scripture:  “As sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, and yet possessing everything.” (2 Corinthians 6:10) Reflection: The Lenten period has long been recognised and respected as a period for reflection, repentance and renewal. It is the time when…

FOUNDATIONS FOR MINISTRY & LEADERSHIP

The Diocesan Division of Training & Leadership Development Are you seeking to discern a call to ordained ministry? Would you like to broaden your theological understanding/develop and hone skills in Leadership? Would you like to learn more about Anglican traditions? Are you interested in deepening your faith? If you have answered YES to one or…

Lenten Reflections 2021 Bible Study Guide: Baptism

WHAT’S INSIDE: Week 1: “The Baptism Of Jesus” Week 2: Baptism And Our Beliefs Week 3: Baptism And Our Living Week 4: Baptized By Water & The Spirit Week 5: Receiving The Newly Baptized Baptism, Holy Week & Easter Holy Thursday:Jesus Is ServantGood Friday: Jesus Was Crucified Easter Week: Jesus Was Raised From The Dead…

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