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Grand Bahama holds Independence Ecumenical Service

Tue, Jul 18th 2023, 03:14 PM
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Prayers were lifted up to God for the nation, Grand Bahama, the government and the nation’s youth on Sunday, July 16, 2023 during the Independence Ecumenical Service held at St. John's Jubilee Cathedral in commemoration of The Bahamas’ 50th Independence festivities.

While bringing remarks, Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey told those in attendance that the historic occasion was one to recognize that The Bahamas stands on the threshold of an era, and to acknowledge the blessings God has bestowed upon the people.

“It is with great joy and reverence that we gather here today united in faith and spirit to commemorate the significant milestone in our beloved nation’s history, the 50th year of independence of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas,” she said.

“On this momentous occasion as we come together with an ecumenical service to express our gratitude, reflect on our journey and seek divine guidance for the path that lies ahead.”

Minister Moxey noted the steadfastness and faithfulness of God who has guided the people of Grand Bahama through the trials and triumphs of the past, like Hurricanes Frances, Jeanne, Wilma, Floyd, Matthew and Dorian and the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Today, we come together as one to acknowledge the divine providence that has shaped our destiny and embraced the responsibility entrusted to us to lead our island and our nation toward a brighter future,” she said.

Minister Moxey said it is on such an occasion that those gathered recognize and honour the visionaries and trailblazers who have paved the way for all of us: noting the architects of our independence, the pioneers of our diverse industries whose courage and determination have driven the country’s progress.

She called on Bahamians to remember their sacrifices and commitment toward a shared dream of a prosperous and harmonious Bahamas.

“As we embark on the next chapter of Grand Bahama and our nation’s story, let us reaffirm our commitment to our principles upon which our independence was built: freedom, equality and justice for all,” she said.

Grand Bahama Christian Council President Rev. Kenneth Lewis, in his soul-stirring address, said the occasion was one to celebrate that God was with us over the last 50 years; and commend those Bahamians who have gone before us, who fought bravely to move the country forward.

He called on Bahamians not to forget God, to protect what God has given to them and not be a people of borrowers, but lenders; a people who own their own country; and a people, careful as to how they chart their course for the next 50 years.

Songs of praises were also lifted up to God by the Grand Bahama 50th Independence Children’s Choir, the 100-Voice Independence Mass Choir, and the Sounds of Destiny.

Members of the clergy, senators -- the Hon. James Turner and Kirkland Russell -- Grand Bahama 50th Anniversary Celebrations Jubilee Committee Co-Chair Dr. Cecil Thompson, senior government officials, heads of departments, administrators, youth councillors, Local Government councillors, president of the Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce James Carey, and senior officials of the Royal Bahamas Police Force and the Royal Bahamas Defence Force were also in attendance.

Prayers were lifted up to God for the nation, Grand Bahama, the government and the nation’s youth on Sunday, July 16, 2023 during the Independence Ecumenical Service held at St. John's Jubilee Cathedral in commemoration of The Bahamas’ 50th Independence festivities.
While bringing remarks, Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey told those in attendance that the historic occasion was one to recognize that The Bahamas stands on the threshold of an era, and to acknowledge the blessings God has bestowed upon the people.
“It is with great joy and reverence that we gather here today united in faith and spirit to commemorate the significant milestone in our beloved nation’s history, the 50th year of independence of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas,” she said.
“On this momentous occasion as we come together with an ecumenical service to express our gratitude, reflect on our journey and seek divine guidance for the path that lies ahead.”
Minister Moxey noted the steadfastness and faithfulness of God who has guided the people of Grand Bahama through the trials and triumphs of the past, like Hurricanes Frances, Jeanne, Wilma, Floyd, Matthew and Dorian and the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Today, we come together as one to acknowledge the divine providence that has shaped our destiny and embraced the responsibility entrusted to us to lead our island and our nation toward a brighter future,” she said.
Minister Moxey said it is on such an occasion that those gathered recognize and honour the visionaries and trailblazers who have paved the way for all of us: noting the architects of our independence, the pioneers of our diverse industries whose courage and determination have driven the country’s progress.
She called on Bahamians to remember their sacrifices and commitment toward a shared dream of a prosperous and harmonious Bahamas.
“As we embark on the next chapter of Grand Bahama and our nation’s story, let us reaffirm our commitment to our principles upon which our independence was built: freedom, equality and justice for all,” she said.
Grand Bahama Christian Council President Rev. Kenneth Lewis, in his soul-stirring address, said the occasion was one to celebrate that God was with us over the last 50 years; and commend those Bahamians who have gone before us, who fought bravely to move the country forward.
He called on Bahamians not to forget God, to protect what God has given to them and not be a people of borrowers, but lenders; a people who own their own country; and a people, careful as to how they chart their course for the next 50 years.
Songs of praises were also lifted up to God by the Grand Bahama 50th Independence Children’s Choir, the 100-Voice Independence Mass Choir, and the Sounds of Destiny.
Members of the clergy, senators -- the Hon. James Turner and Kirkland Russell -- Grand Bahama 50th Anniversary Celebrations Jubilee Committee Co-Chair Dr. Cecil Thompson, senior government officials, heads of departments, administrators, youth councillors, Local Government councillors, president of the Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce James Carey, and senior officials of the Royal Bahamas Police Force and the Royal Bahamas Defence Force were also in attendance.
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