THE Church of the Nazarene has made an indelible contribution to Barbados. So says Minister of Social Care, Constituency Empowerment and Community Development, Steven Blackett, while delivering greetings at the 90th anniversary thanksgiving service, held at the Abundant Life Assembly, last Sunday evening.
The Minister Noted, that as a Nazarene, spending 60 of those 90 years with that Church, the contribution made over the years came not only in its spiritual ministry, but also in various acts of charity, mission programmes and community outreach projects.
“The positive impacts of your contributions can be seen in the social and spiritual uplift as evidence here and in surrounding communities,” the Minister said.
“The relevance and significance of the work done and the traditions established by the church of the Nazarene over the last 90 years cannot be overstated. The diligence and dedication of your leaders and long-standing members are reflected in your work and those traditions and they ought to be recognised and celebrated.”
The Minister wished for the leaders and members of the church, that as they journey towards 100 years of existence, they will seek to transform the future by generously giving of their time and talents to the Church and wider Barbadian community.
He also implored the leadership to continue the goal of transformation. “Transforming the future can be achieved by connecting communities, and transforming lives across the nation. You can achieve this by renewing the branches of the church all across this island into churches of teaching and learning, holistic development, empowerment and enablement,” he said. (JH)
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