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Column: This Crossroad Offers Us Opportunity
[Opinion column written by Glenn Fubler] This past weekend marked the end of Lent and the beginning of Spring, a time of renewal. Lent commemorates Jesus spending 40 days in the wilderness; fasting, overcoming substantial temptations, accessing his higher self, emerging as the Christ – the rest is history. His transformation offers a template to anyone... Read more of this article
Cathedral To Host Time Of “Prayer & Reflection”
The Bishop of Bermuda Nicholas Dill said that “in the light of the many complex discussions that have been had in Bermuda over the last 3 months, and in particular the tensions of the last week,” the Cathedral will be holding a “quiet time of prayer and reflection” on Wednesday. Bishop Dill said, “In the light of the many... Read more of this article
Holy Trinity Church Donates To Family Centre
The Holy Trinity Church recently presented the Family Centre with a donation of $1,000 at the church’s Shrove Tuesday pancake supper, with the donation cheque presented by a young attendee. A spokesperson said, “‘With love from Holy Trinity Church’ were young Senoj’s words when he presented Martha Dismont with the church’s... Read more of this article
Column: Muslim Women & Observing The Hijab
[Opinion column written by Shabnam Jheengoor] World Hijab day, an annual event celebrated on the February 1st, was founded by New York native Nazma Khan in 2013. ‘Hijab’ refers to the headscarf worn by Muslim women. The goal of this event is to foster dialogue and understanding regarding the wearing of the hijab by Muslim woman with the aim of ending... Read more of this article
Photos: Prayer Vigil Taking Place On Marriage
A prayer vigil is underway in Hamilton today [Feb 7], with people gathering in a “silent prayer vigil”, saying that “marriage is ordained by God, and that is what we are praying for.” Alan Hunt from Heart-to-Heart Marriage Mentoring Ministry said , “As part of Preserve Marriage, we are conducting a silent prayer vigil around... Read more of this article
Holy Trinity Church Donates To Age Concern
A cheque for $1,500 was presented to the Bermuda charity Age Concern today [Feb 3] at a popular social event in Hamilton Parish. Artist Sally Gibbons demonstrates Valentine’s Day crafts to Holy Trinity Tea-goers Age Concern’s membership administrator JoAnn Walker, receiving the donation from Wenona Hodgson of Holy Trinity Church, was the special... Read more of this article
Rev Alistair Bennett “Relishing The Challenge”
The Rev Alistair Bennett, who served as the minister of Melrose Parish Church in the United Kingdom since 1984, is “relishing the challenge” of his new post at Christ Church in Warwick, noted as “one of the oldest Church of Scotland parishes on the British island territory.” A Southern Reporter story said “The 63-year-old was the sole... Read more of this article
Al-Mu’minaat To Present ‘Beautifully Wrapped’
Al-Mu’minaat [Women of Faith] will hold its annual Sisters’ Retreat from January 15 to 17, featuring author, international presenter, and publishing strategist Zarina El-Amin Naeem as a special guest, including a segment called ‘Beautifully Wrapped.’ Mrs. El-Amin Naeem is the founder of NIYAH, a social publishing and creative... Read more of this article
Special Service Honours Volunteers Of Bermuda
The New Life Church of Nazarene recently held a special service in order to honour some of Bermuda’s “unsung heroes” of local volunteering, including Marsha Carey, Sheree Jacobs, Ideitha James, Mark “Burger” Jennings, Cynthia Williams, Jevon Williams, Karon Wolffe, Gregory & Felicity Jacobs, and Rev. Dr. Ernest Peets Jr. Ms. Marsha... Read more of this article
Photos: 2015 Portuguese Presepio Nativity Scene
The Presepio is a three dimensional representation of the birth of Jesus Christ, composed of figures arranged according to its designer and includes realistic elements such as houses, rocks, plants etc, which is prepared for Christmas. The creation of these works of art is a long standing tradition held by many Portuguese families on the island. The... Read more of this article
SDA Church To Hold Christmas Day Luncheon
The Hamilton Seventh-Day Adventist Church said they are continuing with their commitment to the community by hosting their traditional Christmas Day luncheon for those who may not be able to otherwise enjoy a Christmas meal. A Church spokesperson said, “This is the fifth consecutive year, the church will be hosting its luncheon. In the past it... Read more of this article
Podcast: Bishop of Bermuda Rt Rev Nicholas Dill
In the latest Bernews podcast, we talk to the Bishop of Bermuda, the Rt Rev Nicholas Dill, about his views on the commercialisation of Christmas, how debate in Bermuda can very quickly turn to anger, and how economic growth has failed to trickle down. He says cultural changes and other pressures being faced by people are affecting the church, although... Read more of this article
