Did you know? (Sunday, November 17, 2024)
The name Jamaica is derived from the Taino word “xaymaca”, which means “land of wood and water” and is fitting for a country where beauty flows from lush green mountains […]
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Did you know? (Sunday, November 10, 2024)
In the Bible, angels are often described as human-like figures, and are never said to have wings. The depiction of angels with wings emerged notably in the 3rd – 4th […]
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Did you Know? (Sunday, November 3, 2024)
The name Jamaica is derived from the Taino word “xaymaca”, which means “land of wood and water” and is fitting for a country where beauty flows from lush green mountains […]
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Did you know? (Sunday, October 27, 2024)
Health can be defined in various ways, each with its own nuances and implications. These include: Absence of disease—This is a traditional biomedical perspective, focusing on the absence of physical […]
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Did you know? (Sunday, October 20, 2024)
Each year, October 18 is the Feast of Saint Luke the Evangelist. Saint Luke is the patron saint of physicians and surgeons. He was a physician himself, as well as […]
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Did you know? (Sunday, October 13, 2024)
The Church teaches that human beings currently live in an abnormal state of existence, often described as “sickness” or “spiritual ailment.” This means that humans possess inclinations and desires that […]
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Did you know? (Sunday, October 6, 2024)
If you are an Anglican seeking medical attention at the Nuttall Memorial Hospital, you can get a discount! This hospital, with a capacity of 50 beds, is proudly owned and […]
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Did you know? (Sunday, October 6, 2024)
Our Diocese has a Policy on the Environment. It’s overall aim of our Diocesan Policy on the environs to aid in developing a sound theological foundation, and encouraging practices to […]
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Did you know? (Sunday, September 22, 2024)
The Diocese of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands has a policy on the Environment. The policy is based on Resolution #7, agreed by the 142nd Annual Synod 2012 which states […]
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Did you know? (September 15, 2024)
The oil of Unction (anointing) that Priest applies to the sick is first blessed by a Bishop. This takes place on Holy Thursday of each year. On this day, the […]