The Resolution passed at the Provincial Synodoutlined what is being proposed to congregations: Baptism and Communion WHEREAS the House of Bishops of the Church in the Province of the West Indies, after a process of reflection on the history and theology inherent in the rites of Christian Initiation and the …
The Opening of the 150th Annual Synod of the Diocese of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands held in the Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Bishop’s Lodge on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 As announced, the theme for our Synod this year, “God’s Church for God’s World,” and our Reflection for this …
Fellow Sojourners, 05 April 2021 Before we go… The Lord is Risen! He is risen! Alleluia! The Lord is risen indeed, and, by His death and resurrection, we have moved from darkness into the light, and from sin and shame into a new freedom with life in Him. As a …
Seventh Sunday of Easter – May 16 Sixth Sunday of Easter – May 9 Fifth Sunday of Easter – May 2 Fourth Sunday of Easter – April 25 Third Sunday of Easter – April 18 Second Sunday of Easter – April 11 Archbishop Howard Gregory – Homily – Easter Sunday …
Easter Sunday, Year B 4 April 2021 Reading:John 20: 1- 18 Scripture: “…I have seen the Lord…”(John 20:18) Reflection: The Easter story, for the foundational members of the Christian community, begins in darkness and despair that initially turn them away from the place of victory over death “… for as …
Theme: God of New Futures Theologian Walter Brueggemann in reflecting on Easter offers a reflection on the resurrection as another manifestation of our God as the God of new futures in face of the old order in this way: The resurrection of Jesus is the ultimate energizing for the new …
Good Friday, Year B 2 April 2021 Scripture: John 18:1-19:42 Reading:“ They took the body of Jesus and wrapped it with the spices in linen cloths, according to the burial custom of the Jews.”(John 18:40) Reflection:Each year on Good Friday, the Gospel reading repeats John’s lengthy description of the trumped-up religious-political …
The Path to Social TransformationRetired Bishop Robert Thompson Contends Retired Bishop of Kingston, The Rt. Rev. Robert Thompson, has challenged the local church to adopt a new approach to theology that reflects the lived experiences of its members and the wider population. In his newly-published book Redemption Song: Reading the …
The Most Rev. Howard Gregory, Archbishop of the West Indies and Bishop of the Diocese of Jamaica & The Cayman Islands, received his first dose of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine yesterday (March 11) at the Good Samaritan Inn in Kingston. This in keeping with a passionate appeal and commitment which …
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 …
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 …
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 …
