National Pledge of Jamaica Before God and all mankind, I pledge the love and loyalty of my heart, the wisdom and courage of my mind, the strength and vigor of my body in the service of my fellow citizens. I promise to stand up for Justice, Brotherhood and Peace, to work diligently and creatively, to…
IT’S ALL IN THE TRUST
Greetings! Yesterday, as I read excerpts from the Old Testament book of Genesis, via the lens of an aging Abraham, and his equally elderly wife, Sarah, it occurred to me that God’s deep understanding of the human condition, is upheld by a wry sense of divine humour. Throughout Scripture – from Genesis to Revelation, and…
The Illusion of (Temporal) Certainty
Greetings! For some as yet unexplained reason, I awoke this morning feeling rather low in spirit; my devotional time was…let’s just say perfunctory. Even now, I remember little of what I read or heard, except a passing allusion to transformation as part of the Spirit’s ongoing work in us. What I do recall, however, is…
JESUS MEETS US IN OUR BROKENNESS
Last Saturday, I participated in a brief retreat with a close friend, having previously declined an alternate offer for a weekend on the north coast. Although I was tempted by the latter invitation, my prior commitment prevailed, and I am gratified by the choice I made. The retreat conductor, a priest with an engaging personality,…
Reflections on Retirement: The Practice of Saying No
Greetings! It is Monday, March 9, 2026, and with a sense of awe, I acknowledge that this is my first post for the year. My hope is that, with the Lord’s guidance, this will be the beginning of many more consistent reflections in the months ahead. Outside, a gentle rain falls steadily as I settle…
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