THE SECOND SUNDAY AFTER CHRISTMAS
My brothers and sisters
It is with mixed emotions that we welcome the New Year, 2026, after the western part of our island experienced the devastation of the Category 5 hurricane Melissa. As we observe the passing of the old year and the coming of the new year, we have the opportunity to reflect on the past, to thank God for his faithfulness, to look with a sense of hope for a year filled with possibilities, as we express our trust in God of all the years.
As a people, we have had the opportunity to demonstrate love and care for the victims of the hurricane; additionally, the private sector, multinationals, and our brothers and sisters in the Diaspora have contributed generously to assist the relief process. Thanks to members of the Cure for your generous contribution. The recovery process will be long, but we trust that God will lead and empower us to facilitate it. I am inviting us to revisit the theme “Covenanted to worship, witness and work” as the Cure celebrates 150 years of worship, witness and work in God’s vineyard. Various events will be held to mark this occasion, and it is my prayer that we will revitalize our worship, renew our commitment to witness to the Light of the world, and be more engaged in the work God has given us in Christ.
I want to express gratitude to the members who responded to the Mission Share appeal, which demonstrates that ‘with God all things are possible.’ Special mention to the leaders of the Birthday groups and the members for their commitment and contributions over the last year, amid the challenges. Please think on the following quotation from Pope Francis.
“Rivers do not drink their own water; Trees do not eat their own fruit. The sun does not shine on itself, and flowers do not spread their fragrance for themselves. Living for others is a rule of nature. We are born to help each other...
Life is good when you are happy, but much better when others are happy because of you. Let us remember that pain is a sign that we are alive, problems are a sign that we are strong, and prayer is a sign that we are not alone. If we can acknowledge these truths and condition our hearts and minds, our lives will be more meaningful, different, and worthwhile.”
Happy New Year!
Yours in Christ,
Patrick+
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Easter reminds us we are God’s family - called to love, support, and care for one another, especially our homebound brothers and sisters.
Christ’s resurrection is a present reality offering life, hope, and faith today, calling the Church to embrace change, inclusivity, and inspire hope through faithful leadership.
Easter celebrates Christ’s resurrection, bringing salvation and hope, and calls us to live out our faith by spreading love, justice, and transformation in the world.
Palm Sunday reminds us Jesus came in humility, not power. True greatness is serving others - follow Him, surrender pride, and walk in love.
God brings life to hopeless situations. Trusting the Spirit leads to peace, renewal, and hope, even in life’s lowest moments.
Laetare Sunday pauses Lent to rejoice in hope and light. It reminds us of Christ’s coming resurrection and calls the Church to nurture faith with compassion.
God provides living water through Jesus Christ. Those who come to Jesus and believe in Him will have their spiritual thirst satisfied and receive eternal life.
God’s love, shown in Jesus, offers eternal life and calls us to love God and one another as we journey through the Lenten season.
Lent is a 40-day season of preparation, repentance, and renewal, rooted in early Church practice, calling Christians to self-reflection, baptismal readiness, and almsgiving.
Looking to God, not the mountains, we find help. In silence and solitude, we feel God’s love and are shaped to live love over power.
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Easter reminds us we are God’s family - called to love, support, and care for one another, especially our homebound brothers and sisters.
Christ’s resurrection is a present reality offering life, hope, and faith today, calling the Church to embrace change, inclusivity, and inspire hope through faithful leadership.
Easter celebrates Christ’s resurrection, bringing salvation and hope, and calls us to live out our faith by spreading love, justice, and transformation in the world.
Palm Sunday reminds us Jesus came in humility, not power. True greatness is serving others - follow Him, surrender pride, and walk in love.
God brings life to hopeless situations. Trusting the Spirit leads to peace, renewal, and hope, even in life’s lowest moments.
Laetare Sunday pauses Lent to rejoice in hope and light. It reminds us of Christ’s coming resurrection and calls the Church to nurture faith with compassion.
God provides living water through Jesus Christ. Those who come to Jesus and believe in Him will have their spiritual thirst satisfied and receive eternal life.
God’s love, shown in Jesus, offers eternal life and calls us to love God and one another as we journey through the Lenten season.
Lent is a 40-day season of preparation, repentance, and renewal, rooted in early Church practice, calling Christians to self-reflection, baptismal readiness, and almsgiving.
Looking to God, not the mountains, we find help. In silence and solitude, we feel God’s love and are shaped to live love over power.
Discover how Jesus’ call to be salt and light shapes discipleship beyond Sunday worship, uniting faith, service, and witness at St. Luke’s Church.
Jesus’ Beatitudes provides us a manifesto for Christian living, revealing God’s favor, our calling in Christ, and attitudes shaped by grace.
Next to Easter, Epiphany is the oldest season of the Church year, and the Day of Epiphany is one of the Church’s great festivals.
Christmas embodies hope, peace, joy and love, reminding us God works through humility, sustains us in hardship, and offers hope and peace to all.
Advent calls us to Emmanuel—God with us—bringing hope after Hurricane Melissa as we share Christ’s love through compassion and service.
On this Third Sunday of Advent, let us focus on Joy rooted in Emmanuel - God with us - who brings hope, healing, and light beyond suffering.
Second Sunday of Advent: a message of Peace, Hope, and Christ’s presence as we rebuild after Hurricane Melissa and renew our mission as God’s people.
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In a year of loss after Hurricane Melissa, we give thanks for life, courage, and resilience, trusting Christ the King who reigns and restores amid our trials.
Amid the hurricane devastation, we cling to God’s steadfast love, support affected communities, give relief, pray, and trust that His goodness will rebuild and renew Jamaica.
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Easter reminds us we are God’s family - called to love, support, and care for one another, especially our homebound brothers and sisters.
Christ’s resurrection is a present reality offering life, hope, and faith today, calling the Church to embrace change, inclusivity, and inspire hope through faithful leadership.
Easter celebrates Christ’s resurrection, bringing salvation and hope, and calls us to live out our faith by spreading love, justice, and transformation in the world.
Palm Sunday reminds us Jesus came in humility, not power. True greatness is serving others - follow Him, surrender pride, and walk in love.
God brings life to hopeless situations. Trusting the Spirit leads to peace, renewal, and hope, even in life’s lowest moments.
Laetare Sunday pauses Lent to rejoice in hope and light. It reminds us of Christ’s coming resurrection and calls the Church to nurture faith with compassion.
God provides living water through Jesus Christ. Those who come to Jesus and believe in Him will have their spiritual thirst satisfied and receive eternal life.
God’s love, shown in Jesus, offers eternal life and calls us to love God and one another as we journey through the Lenten season.
Lent is a 40-day season of preparation, repentance, and renewal, rooted in early Church practice, calling Christians to self-reflection, baptismal readiness, and almsgiving.
Looking to God, not the mountains, we find help. In silence and solitude, we feel God’s love and are shaped to live love over power.
Discover how Jesus’ call to be salt and light shapes discipleship beyond Sunday worship, uniting faith, service, and witness at St. Luke’s Church.
Jesus’ Beatitudes provides us a manifesto for Christian living, revealing God’s favor, our calling in Christ, and attitudes shaped by grace.
Next to Easter, Epiphany is the oldest season of the Church year, and the Day of Epiphany is one of the Church’s great festivals.
Christmas embodies hope, peace, joy and love, reminding us God works through humility, sustains us in hardship, and offers hope and peace to all.
Advent calls us to Emmanuel—God with us—bringing hope after Hurricane Melissa as we share Christ’s love through compassion and service.
On this Third Sunday of Advent, let us focus on Joy rooted in Emmanuel - God with us - who brings hope, healing, and light beyond suffering.
Second Sunday of Advent: a message of Peace, Hope, and Christ’s presence as we rebuild after Hurricane Melissa and renew our mission as God’s people.
A reflection on the First Sunday of Advent—celebrating hope, Christ’s coming, and faith that sustains us through challenges like Hurricane Melissa.
In a year of loss after Hurricane Melissa, we give thanks for life, courage, and resilience, trusting Christ the King who reigns and restores amid our trials.
Amid the hurricane devastation, we cling to God’s steadfast love, support affected communities, give relief, pray, and trust that His goodness will rebuild and renew Jamaica.
Faith and Politics: Rev. Peter Espeut to Lead St. Luke’s Annual Lecture on the Church’s Role in Society
Easter reminds us we are God’s family - called to love, support, and care for one another, especially our homebound brothers and sisters.
Christ’s resurrection is a present reality offering life, hope, and faith today, calling the Church to embrace change, inclusivity, and inspire hope through faithful leadership.
Easter celebrates Christ’s resurrection, bringing salvation and hope, and calls us to live out our faith by spreading love, justice, and transformation in the world.
Palm Sunday reminds us Jesus came in humility, not power. True greatness is serving others - follow Him, surrender pride, and walk in love.
God brings life to hopeless situations. Trusting the Spirit leads to peace, renewal, and hope, even in life’s lowest moments.
Laetare Sunday pauses Lent to rejoice in hope and light. It reminds us of Christ’s coming resurrection and calls the Church to nurture faith with compassion.
God provides living water through Jesus Christ. Those who come to Jesus and believe in Him will have their spiritual thirst satisfied and receive eternal life.
God’s love, shown in Jesus, offers eternal life and calls us to love God and one another as we journey through the Lenten season.
Lent is a 40-day season of preparation, repentance, and renewal, rooted in early Church practice, calling Christians to self-reflection, baptismal readiness, and almsgiving.
Looking to God, not the mountains, we find help. In silence and solitude, we feel God’s love and are shaped to live love over power.
