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Moderator’s 2021 Easter Message- Rt Rev. Dr.Gordon Cowans Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
	My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, This Easter message comes to you in a period in which we have experienced at least a year of pandemic conditions. The corona virus has altered so much of life as we know it with much uncertainty, discomfort and illness and for some the specter of death has been a haunting reality. We grieve with those who grieve the passing of their loved ones and we stand in solidarity with those who currently face significant health challenges, whether caused or exacerbated by the direct or indirect impact of the pandemic. This Easter message is meant to remind us together that at the heart of our faith is the astounding reality of a God who chooses to live in and among people, bearing and experiencing the challenges of human life and who is in every sense acquainted with grief. Jesus knows all about our trials. Our God does not recoil in the face of trouble. please click here for more information (PDF file)

Rootedness in Christ-by Jaedon Hanson Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
	Sermon preached at CIRMC Children and Youth Synodical Rally held March 28, 2021 This evening we reflect on the theme of being rooted in God. The metaphor of being rooted is one which is used often, and we understand why. The roots of a plant are important to its survival. We know that roots keep a plant embedded in the soil so that it cannot be easily moved. As I prepared for this reflection, I came across a quote that says: “When the roots are deep, there is no reason to fear the wind.” At some point, we would have seen the damage that strong winds can cause to plants and vegetation. In fact, only last November, Savannah experienced a tornado-like event that caused significant damage. But we have seen trees that have withstood the battering and remained grounded. In addition to keeping plants embedded in the soil, roots are the medium through which the plant receives the nutrients that it needs to survive. The deeper the roots, the greater the plant’s access to nutrients and the more the plant will flourish. There are those times when a plant becomes toppled or broken by the wind, but the plant survives or recovers because its roots remain in the soil. please click here for more information (PDF file)

Are You Available to be Used? by Ms Camile Watt Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
	“Rejoice greatly, O my people! Shout with joy! For look—your King is coming! He is the Righteous One, the Victor! Yet he is lowly, riding on a donkey’s colt! Zechariah 9:9 The prophet Zechariah, many years before Jesus walked the Earth declared that a great King would come riding on a colt and that He would lead the people into great victory. Matthew’s account of this fulfillment is seen in chapter 21:1 -3 where it states: “Jesus and his disciples approached Jerusalem, near the town of Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of them into the village ahead. “Just as you enter,” he said, “you will see a donkey tied there, with its colt beside it. Untie them and bring them here. If anyone asks you what you are doing, just say, ‘The Master needs them,’ and there will be no trouble.” please click here for more information (PDF file)

Cayman Islands Girls’ Brigade -by Ms. Debbie McLaughlin (Chairman, Cayman Islands Girls’ Brigade) Wednesday Mar 17, 2021
	The Cayman Islands Girls’ Brigade began Girls’ Brigade week at Elmslie Memorial United Church on Sunday under the theme “Fruitful and Overflowing: Be Faithful”. Approximately 80-90 Girls and leaders from companies across the island attended the service which was a blessing to all. please click here for more information (PDF file)

The Way of Healing by Rev Otto Menko Thursday Mar 11, 2021
	Please read Numbers 21:4-9 One of the deadliest natural poisons known to humankind is the venom of a snake called Black Mamba. The Black Mamba lives in Africa. According to records, the bite of the Black Mamba first feels almost nothing, just a slight sting. The sensation soon turns into a tingling. So far, so good, we may say. After all, a slight sting and tingling is not the end of the world. Unfortunately, it is just the beginning of a very swift end for many. Within less than a minute, the special chemical compound of the venom travels through the bloodstream in the entire body and begins to exert its power. By attacking the central nervous system, it shuts it down in just a few minutes, leading to paralysis, convulsions, and death by suffocation. please click here for more information (PDF file)

Rooting Our Spiritual Health in God Brings Us Hope by Mr Bryan Bothwell Wednesday Mar 03, 2021
	Please read Exodus 20:1-17/Psalm 19 It would seem unimaginable that anyone could have failed to have been awakened to the longstanding, unambiguously inequitable realities whose groans reached a deafening din during this pandemic. Over 2.5 million individual human beings have died, and countless others have desperately, and literally, fought for breath, and otherwise suffered, from the physical, financial and emotional ravages of Covid-19. Therefore, it is shocking to see how easily so many, including some who should have been leading facilitators of the world’s response, have refused to allow their eyes to be pried open even by human distress too enormous to be obscured. It is beyond incredulous that persons have still not acknowledged the desolation, barrenness of life, and hopelessness of so many, that has taken root in so much of this world which God created to be glorious, vibrant, lifegiving, flowing with the milk and honey of opportunity, not for ‘some’, but for everyone. Clearly, when we become our own god, the call we hear is not to justice and mercy, because that requires humbleness please click here for more information (PDF file)

Rooting Our Emotional Health in God Brings Us Hope -by Rev. Otto Menko Wednesday Feb 24, 2021
	Please read Genesis 17:1-7. 15-17 This year the UCJCI begins a new Synodical period and for the the next two years will be guided in its ministry and mission by a new theme, “Rooted and Resilient: Responding in HOPE”. The word ‘hope’ in this theme serves as an acronym for ‘Health, Opportunities, Peace, and Evangelism’. Each of these four words highlight an important aspect of our Christian existence. During this first quarter of the year, from January till the end of March we have been focusing on the fact that rooting our physical, emotional and spiritual health in God brings us hope. Today’s message, based on Genesis 17:1-7.15-17, addresses the importance of rooting our emotional health in God. please click here for more information (PDF file)

CIRMC Ash Wednesday Gathering Thursday Feb 18, 2021
	On February 17, 2021, close to 150 persons gathered from the nine Congregations of our CIRMC at the Savannah United Church for the annual Ash Wednesday Gathering under the Synodical theme ‘Rooted, Resilient: Responding in H.O.P.E.’. The day began at 7:30 am with quiet meditation and reflection, which was followed by a worship service, which included the installation of the newly elected Council Executive and the Youth Leaders National Executive (YLNE), as well as the Sacrament of Holy Communion. please click here for more information (PDF file)

GOD IS LOVE by Rev. Godfrey Meghoo Wednesday Feb 10, 2021
	Please read 1 John 4:7-12 The writer of 1 John said, “God is love”. John was one of the twelve Disciples. He was the same John who in the Gospel bearing his name referred to himself as “the disciple whom Jesus loved” (John 13:23). In two other passages he did the same, avoiding mentioning his name. But why? Maybe he felt unworthy because of his past. Would we find it surprising that Jesus loves us, despite everything else in our life? Peter also felt ashamed of himself that he had denied knowing Jesus in the hour of threatening danger. On the very night when the Lord was betrayed by Judas, Peter strongly said, “I don’t know the man!” (Matthew 26:72) He went on to curse and to swear to prove his point. No wonder when Jesus conquered death and rose again, Peter was asked by Him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” (John 21:16) Jesus asked Peter that question three times, not only because Peter had denied Him three times, but rather because He was searching Peter’s soul to find out what kind of feelings he had for Him. Peter kept on answering Jesus, “Lord, you know all things; you know that I love you.” (John 21:17) please click here for more information (PDF file)

God Cares about Our Emotional Health by Ms April Ann Lewis Wednesday Feb 03, 2021
	God cares deeply about our emotional, physical, and spiritual wellbeing. As you read the following scripture, ask yourself ,‘Who can care for you more than God?’ Please read Isaiah 40:21-31 In this biblical passage we see God as El-Shaddai, the everlasting and majestic God toward all mankind. God’s providence and mercy is revealed. We also see God’s care and love expressed. It is a scripture of comfort and care for all mankind. In this world, it is difficult at times to experience this love and care from God in our brokenness. But God has provided a way for us to be healed through placing our faith and trust in Jesus Christ, for as the scripture says “by his wounds we are healed.” (Isaiah 53:5) please click here for more information (PDF file)