King Charles III Congratulates St. Mary’s Church
The Assistant Private Secretary to King Charles III has sent a message of congratulations to St. Mary’s Church in Warwick for its 400th anniversary, saying “His Majesty greatly admires this remarkable milestone, marking four centuries of faith, service and community in Bermuda.”
A spokesperson said, “St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church, Warwick, announces with deep gratitude that, in honour of this historic 400th-anniversary observance, the Office of His Excellency Andrew Murdoch, CMG, CVO, Governor of Bermuda, has conveyed a gracious message from His Majesty King Charles III to the parish.
“The clergy, wardens, vestry, and congregation of St. Mary the Virgin extend sincere thanks to His Excellency for ensuring this important message was delivered. We further express our profound appreciation to His Majesty King Charles III, by the Grace of God, of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and of His other Realms and Territories, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith, for his thoughtful and encouraging words to the people of Warwick Parish and to the Church of St. Mary the Virgin on this sacred occasion.”
The message to St. Mary’s follows below:
Dear Father Williams,
Thank you for your letter and for taking the time to write as you did. The King was pleased to learn that St Mary’s Church will soon celebrate its 400th Anniversary and sends his warmest congratulations to you, the Vestry and the congregation on this historic occasion.
His Majesty greatly admires this remarkable milestone, marking four centuries of faith, service and community in Bermuda. The church’s enduring presence is a tribute to the generations of clergy and parishioners whose dedication and commitment have sustained its ministry and strengthened its place at the heart of the community.
As St Mary’s marks this significant anniversary, The King recognises all those who have contributed to the life of the parish over the centuries and helped shape its rich history. His Majesty sends his very best wishes for the celebrations and hopes they will be a source of pride and joy for the entire parish community.
Yours sincerely,
Joshua Puls MVO
Assistant Private Secretary to The King
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