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Opposition Leader Extends Ramadan Greetings

Opposition Leader Extends Ramadan Greetings

“During the blessed month of Ramadan, we extend our heartfelt acknowledgment to our Muslim friends and community members in Bermuda,” Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson said. Mr Richardson said, “Ramadan is a time of reflection, spiritual growth, and communal unity. We honour and respect the devotion and discipline observed during... Read more of this article

Premier Burt Extends Ramadan Greetings

Premier Burt Extends Ramadan Greetings

“On behalf of the Government of Bermuda, and my family I wish to extend warm greetings to all who will be observing the Holy Month of Ramadan,” Premier David Burt said. The Premier said, “For our Muslim neighbours this represents a time of fasting, reading of the Holy Quran, and reflection, uniting them with millions of Muslims around... Read more of this article

Joint Lenten Services For 2024 Announced

Joint Lenten Services For 2024 Announced

The Warwick Ministerial Alliance announced its annual joint Lenten services, featuring a theme of “On the Road to Calvary – The Passion of Christ Rebuilding Community.” A spokesperson said, “The Warwick Ministerial Alliance was created with a strong belief that we are all one in Christ and to enable the various denominations within... Read more of this article

Column: Celebrating World Religion Day

Column: Celebrating World Religion Day

[Column written by Shyama Ezekiel-Fagundo] Seventy-three years have passed since the first World Religion Day was celebrated in 1950. An annual observance marked on the third Sunday of each January, this year’s date- occurrence number 74- falls on Sunday, January 21st. What is World Religion Day? Why did it start? And why should it mean anything to... Read more of this article

Aeolians Choir Set To Perform In Bermuda

Aeolians Choir Set To Perform In Bermuda

The Aeolians Choir from Oakwood University is set to perform in Bermuda this month. A spokesperson said, “The world-renowned Aeolians Choir of Oakwood University is set to grace Bermuda with their spectacular singing style in a series of public performances this January. With a rich history of over 30 Bermudian members, the Aeolians are excited... Read more of this article

‘Disheartened By This Act Of Desecration’

‘Disheartened By This Act Of Desecration’

After ‘Free Palestine’ was spray-painted on the Israeli flag at the Jewish Community Centre, the President of the Board of the Jewish Community said they are “extremely disheartened by this act of desecration.” A spokesperson said, “A serious incident of vandalism occurred outside the Jewish Community Centre on Saturday,... Read more of this article

St. Paul AME Church To Hold Christmas Concert

St. Paul AME Church To Hold Christmas Concert

St. Paul AME Church is getting set to present its annual Christmas concert today [Dec 17] at 6.00pm. The event will feature Khadijah Davis, Daniel McGrath, Sheldon Michael, Tierney Breedlove, the Tino Martinez Quintet, and the St. Paul Praise Team. Tickets are on sale now at the church office and cost $25 for general admission and $35 for patrons. Related... Read more of this article

Column: Devonshire Church Candlelight Service

Column: Devonshire Church Candlelight Service

[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] Still other seed fell on good soil, where it produced a crop; a hundred, sixty or thirty times what was sown – Matthew 13:8. In Devonshire, like all other parishes in Bermuda, we are taught that it is about deeds, not words. We are brought up from a young age to take care of our neighbourhoods, our elders,... Read more of this article

Cobbs Hill Methodist Church Marks 196 Years

Cobbs Hill Methodist Church Marks 196 Years

The historic Cobbs Hill Methodist Church recently celebrated its 196th anniversary, holding a special service to commemorate the day. The Church received congratulations in the House of Assembly during the Friday session, with various Members of Parliament recognizing their milestone. Part of the new African Diaspora Heritage Trail, the Church was completed... Read more of this article

Video: Bermuda Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast

Video: Bermuda Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast

The Bermuda Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast took place today [Nov 17] at the Hamilton Princess, providing an opportunity for a morning of prayer, reflection, and fellowship between those in attendance. Related Stories Opposition Leader Extends Ramadan Greetings Premier, OBA Leader Attend Santo Cristo Mass Acting Premier Pays Tribute To Archbishop... Read more of this article

Jewish Community Displays Ribbons For Hope

Jewish Community Displays Ribbons For Hope

[Updated with video] Bermuda’s Jewish community is displaying yellow ribbons “as a symbol of hope for the safe return of 240 hostages held in Gaza” and as a “heartfelt expression of support for innocent civilians in Israel and Gaza who are facing unimaginable circumstances.” A spokesperson said, “The yellow ribbons... Read more of this article

Church & NMB Partner On Scrapbook Project

Church & NMB Partner On Scrapbook Project

As part of the Holy Trinity Church’s 400th anniversary celebrations, the historic church has partnered with National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] and Lyceum to launch the Holy Trinity Church Scrapbook project. Parents and uncles on the steps of grandmothers house next to the church. Contributor: Sharman Marcus A spokesperson said, “The aim of the... Read more of this article

Holy Trinity Church To Celebrate Family Heritage

Holy Trinity Church To Celebrate Family Heritage

Holy Trinity Church’s 400th Anniversary celebrations are set to conclude with a Celebration of Family Heritage in the Social Hall on Trinity Church Road, in Hamilton Parish, open now until November 11th. A spokesperson said, “Local residents connected with Hamilton Parish and Holy Trinity Church, among them many who have family graves in the... Read more of this article

Gathering For Peace Held At Anglican Cathedral

Gathering For Peace Held At Anglican Cathedral

[Updated] A ‘Gathering for Peace’ event was held yesterday [Oct 25] at the Anglican Cathedral on Church Street in response to the Israel/Palestine crisis. A spokesperson previously said, “This in the face of the Israel/Palestine crisis that began on October 7th with the tragic attack in Israel by Hamas, which has resulted in responses that has... Read more of this article

Janita Burke To Release ‘Jesus Is The Champion’

Janita Burke To Release ‘Jesus Is The Champion’

Janita Burke will be introducing her new song “Jesus is the Champion”this Friday [Oct 27]. A spokesperson said, “Janita Burke is thrilled to introduce her uplifting and victorious anthem, “Jesus is the Champion”. This inspiring song, born out of a miraculous moment and a mission trip to Ghana, is set to resonate with hearts... Read more of this article

‘Gathering For Peace’ At The Anglican Cathedral

‘Gathering For Peace’ At The Anglican Cathedral

A ‘Gathering for Peace’ event is scheduled for Wednesday, October 25, 2023, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm at the Anglican Cathedral on Church Street in response to the Israel/Palestine crisis. A spokesperson said, “Please be informed that there will be a Gathering for Peace at the Anglican Cathedral on Church Street on Wednesday, October 25,... Read more of this article