The period between Garifuna Settlement Day and Christmas is a hectic one in Belize as our thoughts turn to celebration, gift giving, and, not insignificantly, finding the funds to pay for all that fun. But increasingly the days of late November and early December are being devoted to a pair of issues that represent a […]
Throughout the world religious leaders of all denominations have noted the significant decline in the number of people being called to serve the church. The situation is no different in Belize and tonight the Catholic diocese is appealing to young men and women to take up the vocation. But in the meantime, Bishop Dorrick Wright […]
Following emergency surgery late last week, tonight Catholic Bishop Dorrick Wright is recovering from the procedure to stop a subdural haematoma or bleeding in the brain. While his prognosis is good, the recovery process is expected to take weeks. This afternoon, Bishop Martin explained how the Church is supporting Wright and how his absence will […]
For much of its early history as a British Colony, Belize’s most influential religious body was, not surprisingly, the Church of England, better known as the Anglicans. Today, although no longer claiming the majority of Belizeans as adherents, the Anglicans remain very much in the mix. Jacqueline Godwin, Reporting Today the highest governing body of […]
The Sisters of Mercy will be praying for fair weather on Saturday as the convent celebrates more than a century of service in Belize with a five mile walk and fair. According to organiser Sister Carolee Chanona, even though the first seven sisters arrived from New Orleans one hundred and twenty-three years ago, the message […]
Thousands dream of a singing career, hundreds actually make it on a CD, but it’s only a select few who have carved out a name for themselves on the Belizean music scene. This month one group of local artists is releasing a religious compilation CD that they hope will find its way into your collection. […]
This week, Belize City is hosting more than a hundred regional religious leaders in an annual conference organised by the local Methodist community. News Five’s Jacqueline Woods explains. Jacqueline Woods, Reporting The one hundred and forty fifth annual district meeting includes representation of the seven Methodist circuits of Belize and the north coast of Honduras. […]
As we head into the holidays, some of us are focusing more on the partying than the praying. But if you are feeling spiritual, or hoping to lend your thoughts and prayers to create something positive, the Faith and Justice Commission of the Roman Catholic Church invites you to join a Prayer for Peace service […]
Two days after the hurricane season officially closed, weather experts christened Hurricane Epsilon in the Atlantic Ocean. And with surface temperatures still above normal, tonight the weather is anything but predictable. That’s why the Catholic diocese is calling on Christians everywhere to join in prayer in thanksgiving that Belize was once again spared Mother Nature’s […]
He is one of scores of local artists trying to carve out his own niche in the Belizean music landscape. And Andrew Peterson, the self proclaimed “Reality Youth” is hoping his unique blend of reggae and gospel will spread like wild fire. Peterson stopped by our studios for a preview of his first album, called […]
It is one of Belize City’s most historic buildings, lovingly restored and cared for by its congregation. It is normally a quiet, reserved place, set a bit apart from the hustle and bustle of downtown. But today, St. John’s Cathedral opened its doors wide, inviting the country to join with them in celebrating the consecration […]
You have four days to get ready for Saturday night in Belize City when the Heavenlies Gospel Band presents Spiritual Revolution Chapter Five. The concert will feature Jamaican artists Chevelle Franklyn, Sherwin Gardner, and a host of local singers and musicians. According to the artists and producers, the concert is for the entire family and […]
Whether you use the Spanish name ?Dia de los Muertos,? ?Finados? or the Maya name ?Hanal Pixan? the ancient tradition of honouring one’s ancestors is still a meaningful part of the culture of many Mayas and Mestizos in Belize. The House of Culture in Belize City has mounted two altars like those set up in […]
The Anglican Diocese of Belize has a new Bishop. He is Reverend Canon Philip Wright. Wright’s selection as Bishop-Elect was made public today by Archbishop of the West Indies, Drexel Gomez. Wright replaces Sylvestre Romero-Palma who resigned in December of 2004. Wright’s ordination and consecration is scheduled for November seventeenth at St. John’s Cathedral.
You may know her as Radiance Thompson, the singer of contemporary and gospel songs, but what you may not know is that she has also been inspiring many through her writings. The latest release, “Prayers That Work Effectively in Today’s World”, offers comfort to those in distress through spiritual blessings. Thompson says more than ever […]
And then there were eighty. That’s right, this afternoon eighty Belizeans left the country bound for Cologne, Germany and World Youth Day 2005. According to one of the organisers, Sister Marilyn Panton, the event was one of the last acts sanctioned by the late Pope John Paul the second and includes the latest information and […]
In Belize we just seem to love pageants. Many schools hold them as fundraisers, to promote school spirit, or build confidence in young participants. But one Belize City church has decided that a pageant might just help its congregation explore their faith in a higher power. Patrick Jones reports. Patrick Jones, Reporting When the curtain […]
They have largely been silent on the major issues that are so seriously dividing the country, but on May first, one group of religious leaders is coming out and urging all of us to join them. The event is called Belizeans Pray 2005. Coordinator Margarita Quan says it’s an interdenominational effort designed to offer a […]
If you woke up early this morning to watch the farewell service for Pope John Paul II, you were in good company. Millions of people witnessed the spectacular event via TV or on giant screens in public squares, cathedrals and churches all over the world. At least two million people filed past the Pope’s body […]
The Belizean government has announced three days of official mourning and Roman Catholic public schools are declaring Friday to be a day of prayer following the passing of Pope John Paul II over the weekend. As Belizean Catholics join millions of people all over the world in mourning the passing of Pope John Paul II, […]
At news time it appeared that Pope John Paul the Second did not have much longer to live. And while Roman Catholics in Belize number just under half the nation’s population, Belizeans of all faiths–and even those with no faith at all–will recognise that this Pope was a tremendously important figure during a remarkable period […]
Representatives of World Breakthrough Network today held a meeting for pastors and their assistants in Belize City. Thirty-five members from nine Evangelical Churches in Belize that are part of the network, sat down with a facilitator from the Trinidad-based organisation’s head office to draft a work plan for 2005. According to Senior Elder from Zoe […]
In Gospel music circles, he is no stranger and this weekend Cleve Laing, also known as Stitchie will be on stage at the Belize City Centre throwing down some serious vibes. Stitchie will be the headline artist at what organisers say is the rebirth of the Jesus Festival, a throwback to the eighties when local […]
Even in the best of times, there is a lot of hardship in Belize…and with the economy bracing for a government induced slowdown in the new year, the needs of society’s less fortunate members will only increase. That’s why we’ll front tonight’s news with a subject appropriate to both the times and the season: charity…and […]
It’s not often that the big guns from the Anglican Church in the Caribbean make their way to this far flung corner of the province but over the next week or so Belize City will be the site of a major gathering…at which Anglicans will be wrestling with some tough issues. Bishop Romero ?The clergy, […]
