To: Clergy and People Archdeaconry SVG
From: The Bishop
13th October, 2017
Greetings!
Independence Anniversary Service
There will be an Ecumenical service to mark the 38th Anniversary of Independence of St. Vincent and the Grenadines at 4:00pm on Sunday 22nd October, 2017 at the Faith Temple Church, New Montrose, Kingstown. The Theme: “Working Together To Enhance National Unity.” An offering will be collected during the service which will be sent to Dominica to assist those who have been affected by the passing of Hurricane Maria. Please encourage members of your various congregations to participate in this act of worship as we celebrate the 38th Anniversary of our Independence.
Servers Quiz
There will be a servers Quiz on Saturday 18th November, 2017 at the Anglican Pastoral Centre. Please see the attached Rules & Regulations and Registration Form for details and I ask that you kindly ensure that your parish participates.
Marks of Mission TV Programme
In preparation for Advent Mission Service 2018, Advent Sunday 3rd December, 2017 there will be a weekly 15 Minutes television programme on SVGTV on the Five Marks Of Mission, beginning 8:30pm on Wednesday 18th October, 2017. The programme is expected to run for seven weeks. The schedule for the programme is as follows:
- Introduction- The Very Rev’d 0 Samuel Nichols
- First Mark- The Rev’d Fr. Kari Marcelle
- Second Mark- The Rev’d Canon Ashton Francis
- Third Mark- The Rev’d Eleanor Glasgow
- Fourth Mark- The Venerable J. Everton Weekes
- The Fifth Mark- The Very Rev’d 0 Samuel Nichols
- Summary – The Rt. Rev’d C. Leopold Friday
The cost of the programme is approximately $2,100.00. I am asking you to kindly make a financial contribution towards meeting the expenses for the programme. For further details please call 4561895 or email diocesewi@vincysurf.com. Your contribution will be an important vote for your church and the proclamation of the gospel.
With every good wish and God’s blessings!
Yours Sincerely,
The Rt. Rev’ d C. Leopold Friday
Bishop of the Windward Islands