“In reflecting on our journey since the devastating Hurricane Beryl in July 2024, I must say the Pedro Plains Cure has come a far way,” the Rector, Rev. Marjorie Downer, comments.She continues, “Congregants and community members who were affected are less traumatized, although some are still grappling for funds to …
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. …
Farmers may be regarded as a very resilient group of people, and this was proven following the passage of Hurricane Beryl on July 3, 2024. Though it has now been one year, the devastating impact of the Hurricane is still etched in the farmers’ minds, especially since many have not …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
I have recently discovered that my biological father, the late Sir Anthony Montague Browne, had an ancestral connection to the enslavement of people in Jamaica and Tobago. His great, great grandfather was Sir James Fergusson, an owner of enslaved people at the Rozelle Plantation in St Thomas, Jamaica. While I …
The school year 2024-2025 is upon us with all its challenges, especially with the onslaught of Hurricane Beryl and its impact on so many schools across the island but especially those in Clarendon, Manchester, St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland. Some of our Anglican Schools have suffered damages ranging from severe to …
Preface There are many Anglicans who make bold to say that they are “a Christians who happens to be Anglican”. Such a statement often begs the question as to what is the intention and motivation of the individual in making such an assertion. At best it may be perceived as …
Historic year-long celebrations commemorating the 200th Anniversary of the Diocese of Jamaica and The Cayman Islands peak next week with a visit by the Archbishop of Canterbury, The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Justin Welby and his wife Mrs. Caroline Welby. The Archbishop’s visit from July 18-21, will culminate with …
