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 …
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 …
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 …
From the House of Bishops – October 2025 Greetings to our beloved in Christ. The House of Bishops is aware of various concerns expressed by members across the Province in the wake of recent developments within the Anglican Communion. The first has to do with the appointment of Dame Sarah …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Anti-bullying was the focus of a visiting team of volunteers from Holy Sacrament Episcopal Church in Pembrook Pines, Florida who conducted Vacation Bible School at six of the eight schools in the Southfield Cure, St. Elizabeth from June 9 to 13, 2025.The Friends Reaching Friends team was led by Fr. …
