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January 09, 2013
Bishop Hall: Government Should Regulate The Numbers Industry
The government "should regulate the numbers industry to bring it under taxation and control" former New Covenant Baptist Church Bishop Simeon Hall reiterated yesterday.
January 08, 2013
Christian Council Hosts 'Vote No' Mass Prayer Meeting At Rawson Square
The Bahamas Christian Council (BCC) intensified its campaign against the legalization of the numbers industry last night, holding another mass prayer meeting in a bid to convince Bahamians that voting no will save The Bahamas from more crime and social ills.
'Vote Yes' Campaign Officially Launches
January 07, 2013
'Vote Yes' Campaign Officially Launches
The 'Vote Yes' group officially launched its campaign on Friday night, holding a mass rally and free concert in a bid to galvanize the support of the Bahamian electorate for the legalization of gambling.
Recognizing Obstacles and Overcoming Them
December 28, 2012
Recognizing Obstacles and Overcoming Them
At the age of 14, Trajean Jadorette, confessed his sins to the Lord and accepted Him as his savior. Twenty-five years later, that young man is now the new senior pastor at New Covenant Baptist Church.
December 20, 2012
Christian Council remains 'focused' on 'vote no' effort
The vice president of the Bahamas Christian Council (BCC) yesterday said the organization will not react to the group of prominent pastors who intend to promote the regularization of gambling. Pastor Victor Cooper, of New Bethany Baptist Cathedral, said the organization remains focused on educating Bahamians on why they should vote 'no'.
McPhee: No pay for pushing legalization of web shops
December 20, 2012
McPhee: No pay for pushing legalization of web shops
Rev. Philip McPhee, one of the pastors pushing for the legalization of the numbers business, yesterday denied he is being paid by web shop owners, but said he would welcome payments. McPhee, who has spoken out on the gambling issue several times, was responding to some observers who suggested he along with other pastors are on the numbers bosses' payroll.
Pastors Want Web Shops Taxed
December 19, 2012
Pastors Want Web Shops Taxed
Several prominent pastors intend to make a public push for the regularization of the numbers business and are expected to meet with Prime Minister Perry Christie today, The Nassau Guardian understands.
December 18, 2012
Senate President Wilson Emphasizes Bahamian Linkage At FMU Graduation
Miami Gardens, Florida - Senator Sharon R. Wilson, president of the Senate, told graduates and audience members at the commencement exercise of Florida Memorial University (FMU), on December 15, 2012, that The Bahamas has a strong "historic and meaningful" linkage to the institution.1987. Her family also funded an endowment for Bahamian students at the institution.
Committed to winning lost souls at any cost
December 13, 2012
Committed to winning lost souls at any cost
As he celebrated his 30th pastoral anniversary, Bethel Baptist Church senior pastor, Reverend Timothy Stewart, said he is committed to being steadfast and unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord because he knows that his labor is not in vain. He said he's committed to winning lost souls at any cost.
Advent is the Greatest gift to Mankind
December 13, 2012
Advent is the Greatest gift to Mankind
Produce fruits in keeping with repentance. And do not begin to say to yourselves, "We have Abraham as our father. For I tell you that out of these stones God can raise up children for Abraham. The ax is already at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire."
December 11, 2012
BSC Season Comes To A Close Playoffs Start This Evening
With a shortened regular season completed, the Baptist Sports Council (BSC) will begin its postseason on Tuesday night at the Banker's Field at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex. The sudden death playoff in both the co-ed and men's divisions will be played between the first and fourth place finishers, while the second and third place finishers will square off on Thursday.
December 05, 2012
Pastors Visit Randy Fraser At Prison To Hear 'Concerns'
Reverend Dr. Philip McPhee expressed concern yesterday after visiting with convicted sex offender Bishop Randy Fraser, who is serving a three-year sentence at Her Majesty's Prisons.
BSC Action Continues At Baillou Hills Fields
November 29, 2012
BSC Action Continues At Baillou Hills Fields
While their co-ed team remained unbeaten, Golden Gates Native Baptist dropped their first men's game as newcomer Anointed To Reign Ministry pulled off the upset to highlight the Baptist Sports Council's (BSC) 2012 Softball Classic regular season action on Saturday at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex.
Hall Backs Decision To Vote On Gambling
November 29, 2012
Hall Backs Decision To Vote On Gambling
Bishop Simeon Hall said he believes the government made the right decision in putting the gambling legalisation question to the Bahamian public.
November 27, 2012
Sanctions To Be Handed Down Today For Rattlers And Cobras
Arguably the two best high school basketball teams in the country could be without significant portions of their teams as a result of the melee which erupted during their season openers last Monday, at the D.W. Davis Gym.
Pulpit Mayhem Rocks Church
November 21, 2012
Pulpit Mayhem Rocks Church
A praise and worship at a church service allegedly turned into an unholy shoving match between church leaders while two women assaulted each other with a shoe and a tambourine.
November 20, 2012
McPhee: No Support For BCC's 'Save Our Bahamas' Campaign
Reverend Dr. Philip McPhee of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church said last night that he does not support the Bahamas Christian Council (BCC) in its vote no campaign, calling it a waste of time and resources that could be better spent.
McPhee was referring to the BCC's 'Save Our Bahamas' campaign in response to the upcoming gambling referendum.
The Prime Minister Has Caved In To Mounting Pressure
November 15, 2012
The Prime Minister Has Caved In To Mounting Pressure
Dear Editor,
Sensing that much of the Bahamian public had taken an opposing stance against his planned December 3 referendum on the legalization of web shops, Prime Minister Perry Christie has caved in to mounting pressure by postponing the referendum date to January 28, 2013.
PM Agrees To Suffrage Address Reading
November 05, 2012
PM Agrees To Suffrage Address Reading
Prime Minister Perry Christie has agreed to a public reading in the House of Assembly of the revolutionary 1959 women's suffrage address delivered by leading suffragette Dame Doris Johnson.
November 09, 2012
Why aren't Prominent PLP Evangelical Leaders Speaking out Against Legalizing Gambling
Dear Editor,
Several months ago I listened with keen interest to a recorded sermon that was preached many years ago by the late American Baptist preacher Dr. Adrian Rogers on gambling. Like many of our Christian leaders in The Bahamas, I had struggled to find just one verse in the Bible that could be used against gambling. Thanks to Dr. Rogers, however, I finally have one.
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