They may no longer claim the allegiance of a majority of Belizeans, but the Anglican Church in Belize has a voice and history far beyond its numbers. Jacqueline Woods reports from Battlefield Park. Jacqueline Woods, Reporting The Anglican Diocese of Belize will celebrate its one hundred and twentieth anniversary on the twentieth of April. However […]
On Wednesday, in addition to going to the polls, many Belizeans will be going to church to mark Ash Wednesday, the official start of the Lenten season. Even though politics has dominated the media for the past month, religious leaders insist the event will not been overshadowed. This morning we spoke to Anglican Bishop Sylvester […]
Sunday has been declared by government as a National Day of Prayer. On that day we are being asked to attend our usual place of worship and to specifically pray for a peaceful electoral process on March fifth. The Belize Council of Churches has echoed that sentiment in a letter circulated today, which calls on […]
The recent boom in cruise tourism has not only benefited taxi drivers, vendors and hair braiders, but pretty soon one Belize City church will be looking to cash in. St. John’s Cathedral, the oldest Anglican Church in Central America, will soon be opening a gift shop. Today was the ground breaking. Rt. Rev’d Sylvestre Romero, […]
They hail from different churches in different states, but three ladies from the U.S. are volunteering their talent and time for a good cause. This coming Saturday and Monday nights, they, along with several local artists, will engage in concerts to raise funds for St. John’s Primary School and Anglican Cathedral College. Rhonda Reid, who […]
Meanwhile, in similar, though less partisan fashion, the Japan International Cooperation Agency today presented three Pentium powered computers and a LaserJet printer to the Ministry of Human Development. Coordinator of the Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers Programme, Mizutani Kyohei, handed over the equipment to Acting Chief Executive Officer in the Ministry, Anita Zetina. The donation will […]
Belize’s longest serving Jesuit priest has died at the age of ninety. Father Charles Hunter passed away on Saturday in St. Louis, Missouri. He had been flown there from Belize last week following a fall in which he broke his hip. He died from complications brought on by the surgery. Father Hunter, born in 1912 […]
He’s not the first musician to turn from the secular to the saintly, but few have made the transition as sweetly as the singer who arrived in Belize this afternoon. Jacqueline Woods, Reporting In 1997, he was voted the number one performer at Jamaica’s Reggae Sunfest. Today, Cleve “Stitchie” Laing still sings Reggae, but the […]
The Methodist Chorale has released its first compact disc. It’s a compilation of twelve pieces, both religious and secular tunes, ideal, as the title suggests, to usher in the dawn and take you through to sunset. Edison Staine, the chorale’s conductor, says a CD is timely. Edison Staine, Founder/Conductor, Methodist Chorale “Well we celebrated ten […]
It’s now official. For only the second time in twenty years, the Roman Catholic Church in Belize has ordained a local as Bishop. During ceremonies held on Thursday afternoon, Monsignor Dorrick Wright was ordained as a Bishop. The principal consecrator in the event was the Most Reverend Osmond Peter Martin, while the co-consecrators were the […]
For many Roman Catholics across the country, this week marks an important event in the diocese. For only the second time in the history of the religion here, a Belizean will be named as Bishop. News 5’s Jacqueline Woods went to the presbytery earlier this week and found out how such an honour is handed […]
With most people simply looking forward to the long weekend, the actual significance of the Easter holiday might be lost amid vacation preparations. On Sunday, churchgoers from various congregations received palm fronds that had been blessed, signalling the end of Lent. News 5’s Ann-Marie Williams explains the meaning behind the tradition. Ann-Marie Williams, Reporting Yesterday, […]
Despite a mass public protest staged by the business community and the increased presence of security forces on the streets, it is clear that solving the problem of crime will take a long-term commitment. With this in mind, the Belize Council of Churches has organised a two-day event to highlight the need for replacing poverty […]
The sixth annual district conference of the Methodist Church in the Belize/Honduras District is underway in Corozal Town. The highest decision-making body within the church is addressing issues affecting Methodists and the wider community under the theme: Proclaiming Jesus: The Light of the World. Reverend Karen Durant, a deacon in the Wesley circuit, says the […]
As one of the oldest religions to take root in Belizean society, it’s not too surprising that this year the Roman Catholic Church is celebrating its sesquicentennial anniversary. Bishop O.P. Martin says the year long celebration is being held under the theme: “Celebrating the past, serving the present, embracing the future.” Bishop O.P. Martin, Roman […]
It’s New Year’s eve, that one night of the year when Belizeans get dressed up for a late night rendezvous at their favourite nightspot. We’re talking about church of course, and Ann-Marie has a preview of what to expect. Ann-Marie Williams, Reporting “When the bells toll tonight for the traditional watch-night service or midnight mass, […]
It’s one of the nation’s most important buildings…but because the years have not been kind to St. John’s Cathedral, its congregants have had to fight a constant battle to keep the landmark in shape. This weekend they’ll celebrate the latest small victory over the elements. Ann-Marie reports. Ann-Marie Williams, Reporting “The restoration of the cathedral […]
In news just in, it has been announced that Father Dorrick Wright has been named by the Pope as Auxiliary Bishop of Belize’s Roman Catholics. The announcement came this evening following the ordination of a new priest in Belmopan. It may be recalled that prior to his appointment as Bishop, Father O.P. Martin served as […]
The Garifuna culture might have centre stage this weekend, but today is an important date for Muslims throughout the world. When dawn broke this morning, it marked the start of Ramadan, a time when Muslims pay homage to God through special prayers and abstinence. News 5’s Ann-Marie Williams went to the mosque on Central American […]
In news from San Pedro a woman from that island town is looking for an explanation for the mysterious appearance of what she says is an image of the crucifixion, which has appeared in her house. Elena Lara told News 5 that on September eighteenth she decided to wash some pillows sewn in the shape […]
Last night we played some highlights of carnival and the Tenth of September ceremonies, but neglected to mention what was probably the most successful of the holiday weekend’s events. On Saturday night Christian dancehall superstar Papa San drew a large crowd to Belize City Centre. And while some may speculate on whether the former rude […]
Last weekend Belize’s Jehovah Witnesses held the first of two conventions on the grounds of their Ladyville Assembly Hall. Over fourteen hundred people turned out for a series of symposiums, lectures, baptisms and religious ceremonies. This coming weekend the scene will be repeated, only this time for Spanish speakers. World-wide, Jehovah’s Witnesses number over six […]
Thousands of Belize’s Christian young people representing a wide cross-section of denominations are expected to converge on the Belize City Centre for a “Life Changing Revival.” The event, which opens on Monday night, is being held under the auspices of the Assemblies of God Church. Today News 5 spoke with two of the organisers of […]
Fifty years is a landmark celebration in any organisation’s life, and the church is no exception. Wesley Methodist on Albert Street in Belize City is celebrating its golden jubilee with thirty days of activities. According to convenor of the anniversary committee, Geraldine Lewis, it’s a time of rejoicing for Methodists. Geraldine Lewis, Convenor, Wesley Anniversary […]
It’s not about to overtake Buddhism, Islam or Christianity as one of the major religions of the world, but those adhering to the Baha’i faith are no less faithful to their beliefs. Thousands of them are travelling from all over the world to Mount Carmel in Haifa, Israel for the official opening of the nineteen […]
