UCJCI Update - Vol. 13 No. 41
calendar_month Oct 22, 2026
Date Issued - October 21, 2026
Here is a comprehensive summary of this week's United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands (UCJCI) update:
Here is a comprehensive summary of this week's United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands (UCJCI) update:
- CANACOM 40th Anniversary: The Caribbean and North American Council for Mission (CANACOM) marked its 40th anniversary (1986–2026) with a worship service on September 13, 2026, in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. Under the theme "Trusting God's faithful ongoing preservation of all creation," the event featured a sermon by Rev. Carlington Keen calling for an eco-mission strategy. Key leaders and member churches were recognized for their contributions during the milestone gathering.
- North Street United Church Anniversary: North Street United Church celebrated its 189th anniversary on September 20, 2026, by awarding scholarships totaling $3 million to 50 students through the North Street United Education Development Foundation.
- National Awards: The United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands (UCJCI) congratulated Mr. Evan Thompson, O.D., and Rev. Lascelle Tulloch on receiving honors at the National Heroes Day ceremony on October 19, 2026.
- Worship Themes & Schedule: Upcoming events include Reformation Service focuses on October 25, 2026, the CWM Caribbean Regional Assembly worship at Ridgemount United Church, a camp ministry reunion on October 24, 2026, and discipleship training modules and vocal music workshops hosted by Webster Memorial United Church.
- Hurricane Melissa Relief & Rebuilding: The UCJCI issued calls for prayer and financial donations for communities, sanctuaries, and institutions affected by Hurricane Melissa. Reids Friendship United Church scheduled a work day for November 7, 2026, to rebuild its hurricane-damaged roof.