Easter In The Time Of COVID-19

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Views from the Pew – Mothers’ Union

Mothers’ Union

We have all been faced with challenges to our faith, particularly as we have been undergoing the unusual experience of the pandemic. In the same manner that Thomas doubted Jesus’ resurrection, some of our fellow Jamaicans have doubted the existence of the corona virus, despite the alarming number of people world-wide who have been affected.

We who trust the record of Scripture have the assurance that our Lord Jesus is risen, that He is always with us and always plans for our future. We can see this in the availability of the new technology and the readiness of persons who have been blessed with the wisdom to learn and embrace these skills, making it possible to continue our communication in every sphere of life.

We are a resilient people and, in accordance with the theme for our Mothers’ Union organization for 2021, “Rebuilding Hope and Confidence”, we know that with God’s help and our determination we will certainly overcome this. As the refrain from the beautiful Easter hymn says,

“Because He lives, I can face tomorrow.

Because He lives, all fear is gone,

Because I know He holds the future

And life is worth the living, just because He lives.”

Have a Blessed Easter.

The Mothers’ Union

St. Luke’s Church

We look forward to welcoming you. Feel free to connect with us.

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Rev. Elizabeth Riley, Curate

Former Priest –in-Charge of the Buff Bay Cure, and banker Bank of Nova Scotia.

Assistant Curate Elizabeth Elaine Riley was born in Spanish Town, St. Catherine and later attended Clarendon College, Chapleton, and St. Jago High School in Spanish Town. Following her high school years, Reverend Riley worked in corporate Jamaica for over thirty years.

Reverend Riley then pursued further studies at the United Theological College and The University of the West Indies and graduate in 2005. Shortly afterwards, Reverend Riley became priest-in charge of the Buff Bay cure 2007 -2010 and was later re- assigned to St Luke since 2011.

Reverend Riley strongly believes that Spiritual Retreats are a place to develop one’s spirituality and improve one’s communication with God and she remains passionate about the Eucharist and what it means in life of the congregants. 

Reverend Riley has two sons – Peter and Gordon, one grandson and she enjoys writing research papers, reading, and gardening.

Archdeacon Patrick Cunningham

Former Rector of Christ Church, Vineyard Town & the Balaclava Cure.  Trained teacher, graduate of Church Teachers’ College. Archdeacon Patrick Cunningham is a graduate of St Mary High School, United Theological College of the West Indies, University of the West Indies and St, Stephens College Canada where he gained his Masters in Pastoral Psychology and Counselling in 2007.  The passion of serving in uncharted pathways led him in the !980’s to pursue an introductory course in Clinical Pastoral Care armed with competencies to initiate, implement and support the Diocesan response to persons living and affected by HIV/Aids. 

He was not enveloped in the stigma as he served on the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Aids Committee. As a priest of the Anglican Church for over 30 years he has built quite a counselling practice as he exercises the sacramental ministry. He has served on several Diocesan, school and National boards as he operationalizes his Christian calling.

An avid sports enthusiast, Archdeacon is a talented football player, a nurturer of orchids and enjoys engaging in culinary practices. He is quiet and of a measured temperament and enjoys listening to music. He is married and has two adult sons.