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LIVES TRANSFORMED at Youth Convention 2019!

Wednesday May 29, 2019
 
The United Church’s Youth Convention 2019 was a life-transforming experience for some of our Youths, who came out to be inspired and challenged to live the theme, “DNA: Get It! Live It!”

Held on April 20 at Kendal Camp and Conference Centre, Manchester, the theme made reference to “Deliberately Nurturing Another for Christ”, which indeed captured the activities and outcomes of the event.  

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WRMC Synodical Children's Rally!

Wednesday May 22, 2019
 
The Western Regional Mission Council’s Synodical Children’s Rally was a tremendous church– and community-impacting affair on Holy Thursday, April 18, 2019! With two hundred and eighty-seven (287) children and sixty-one (61) Church School teachers representing twenty-two (22) Church Schools, the Region celebrated the life and contributions of many of their children, with this event aimed at showcasing and developing their gifts and talents and shaping them for continued worship of God.   

Young Akim Bowen of the Lilliput United Church delivered the message for the Day, challenging the congregation based on Acts 16:2536, to be fearless and fervent in prayer, just as the Apostle Paul and Silas were. He prophesied that their “prison doors” will be opened and they will be set free to worship and make other disciples. 

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Our Moderator's Challenge

Wednesday May 15, 2019
 
At the UCJCI’s 41st Synod, our newly-installed Moderator, the Rt. Rev. Dr. Gordon Cowans, offered a thought-provoking challenge to the Church, to stand us in good stead for a fruitful synodical period: 2019-2021!

The persistent erosion of family values in our societies has been accompanied by a mushrooming of antisocial behaviour and a degeneration of community. He therefore suggested…

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UCJCI's 41st Synod Inspires and Challenges!

Wednesday May 08, 2019
 
"Inspired”, “motivated”, “challenged” are some of the words which Delegates of the UCJCI’s 41st Synod used to describe the impact of this sitting of the Church’s leadership on their own lives. The event was convened from April 30-May 2, 2019 in Montego Bay, Jamaica; with the Opening Service held at St. Paul’s United Church and the Business Sessions, at SeaGarden Beach Resort. 

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CIRMC Synodical Rally!

Wednesday Apr 17, 2019
 
With approximately one hundred and twenty (120) children and Youth in attendance, the Cayman Islands Regional Mission Council’s Synodical Children’s and Youth Rally, held on Palm Sunday, April 14, 2019, was filled with worshipful artistry, meaning, and impact!

Marching to the popular song, “Enter into Jerusalem” the children entered Elmslie Memorial United Church in Grand Cayman with their palms in hand, in remembrance and celebration of the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem...

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NERMC Synodical Children's Rally!

Thursday Apr 11, 2019
 
NERMC Synodical Children’s Rally!!

The North Eastern Regional Mission Council’s Synodical Children’s Rally, held at Webster Memorial United Church on April 7, 2019, was a wonderful fare of music, song, mime, dance, dub-poetry, poster and poetry competitions, and drum-beating!With a near-capacity audience, the children gathered and ministered to an eager congregation, filled with delight at the spiritedness and talent of such endearing young ones...

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UCYAAM Ingathering Inspires!

Wednesday Apr 03, 2019
 
In fulfilling their mission of winning souls for the Kingdom of God and building up the Body of Christ, the United Church Young Adults Action Movement (UCYAAM) has embarked on a national Ingathering Project. This initiative showcases the gifts and talents of our young adults, and is also meant to raise funds and other resources for mission engagements. 

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An Enduring Legacy!

Monday Apr 01, 2019
 
An enduring passion for ministry, a love for life and family, and a signature hearty laughter are only some of the ways to describe the beloved late Reverend Bevis Berthad Byfield, former Minister of the United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands! 

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Passport To Health Fair Launched

Monday Apr 01, 2019
 
The United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands is taking new ground in our Outreach Mission!
For the first time, the UCJCI’s Men’s and Women’s Fellowships will host a jointly-sponsored event, titled, “Passport to Health Fair”.

The event will be held on June 29, 2019, at Manchester High School, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. under the slogan, “Plan to be in tune in June.”

Launched on March 12, 2019, in Kingston, The “Passport to Health Fair” will target 1,500 participants from across Jamaica and will cater to all age groups and both genders. This history-making event seeks to further promote holistic wellbeing, and the productivity which springs from healthy lifestyle...

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UCJCI Update March 13 2019

Tuesday Mar 19, 2019
 
Ash Wednesday is a time of celebration in the United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands! It marks the beginning of the Lenten Season: That time of the year when we reflect on the Lord’s ultimate sacrifice for our salvation

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