How can we look away, 'Cause every single dayWe've got to help at any cost, We can bridge the distanceOnly we can make the differenceDon't ya know that tears are not enough- Tears Are Not Enough, Northern LightsIt is no secret that a lot of Jamaica'...
It is not strange to visit church and observe the usage of olive oil. It is used to anoint the sick after they are prayed for or during special breakthrough sessions. There are also times when members will purchase oil and take it to be 'prayed over...
With stars in your eyes, you repeat the vows to love honour and most important 'forsaking all others' to be true to the one to whom you are pledging your life.The cheating factor was never part of the mix, but your spouse has now introduced it into...
My wish for youIs that this life becomes all that you want it toYour dreams stay big, your worries stay smallYou never need to carry more than you can holdAnd while you're out there gettin' where you're gettin' toI hope you know somebody loves...
Dr Venessa Walker is raising Jamaica's flag high in Miramar, South Florida, where she is presently campaigning for Miramar City Commission Seat 2, where she will be going up against incumbent City Commissioner Yvette Colbourne, also of Jamaican...
Domestic violence is rife in the Church. However, unlike the secular women who sometimes openly and talk about their issues, Christian victims are sometimes made to feel as if they are betraying the faith by talking about their abusive partners - be...
OLD HARBOUR BAY, St Catherine:Pastor Sandra Nembhard of the Jamaica Free Baptist Church, Kelly Pen, Old Harbour Bay and her team may not have all the resources they need to train more than 200 students - but that won't deter her.Fired up with...
"Please don't let them hurt your children We need love and shelter from the storm Please don't let them hurt your children Won't you keep us safe and warm."- Baby Sharon It is the norm to see videos and images popping up on social media of children...
MAY PEN, Clarendon:Inspector Blanche Sophia Codner has put in over two decades of service in the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) and is currently a compliance officer at the Clarendon division.Looking back, Codner said her motivation to be a part...
When you were a child you were treated kind But you were never brought up right.You were always spoiled with a thousand toys but still you cried all night.Your mother who neglected you owes a million dollars tax.And your father's still perfecting...
Shena Carty may have migrated from Jamaica, but her whole life is about helping and giving back through helping those in need.The Senior District, Hanover-born Carty has been championing one cause after another, through personal resources, crowd...
GORDON PEN, St Catherine:Second-year medical student Venessa Green is bursting with gratitude, following the overwhelming responses she got after her story was published in The Gleaner on Thursday, January 26.Faced with many obstacles in making her...
Evangelist Sandra Brooks is not surprised at the many church leaders being exposed for alleged wrongdoings as exactly seven years ago, she got a 'Macedonian Call' - (referring to God-given vision ) and said she was totally ostracised for it."Based...
Light of the world, shine on me Love is the answer Shine on us all, set us free Love is the answer Love Is The Answer - Todd Rundgren*Janet was all set on marrying the love of her life. The invitations were sent out and everything seemed to be going...
MAY PEN, Clarendon:The grounds of the old police station in May Pen, Clarendon, were abuzz with activities as Clarendonians showed off cleverly designed maps of their communities at the Social Development Commission's (SDC) Geographic Information...
Recent headlines have drawn closer scrutiny on pastors who are in charge of their flocks. However, there are many followers who are more loyal to the one who is leading than the ultimate voice to which they should be paying attention.The pastor is...
GORDON PEN, St Catherine: Second-year medical student Venessa Green, who is now pursuing a bachelor of medicine, bachelor of surgery degree at the University of the West Indies, Mona (UWI) is all set on making a difference in the lives of others....
EFFORTVILLE, Clarendon:Justice of the Peace and retired teacher Myrtle Roy is all about mentoring the children in her Effortville/Farm community in Clarendon.Having raised two of her own, she has extended her motherly touch to those who need love...
In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. - 1 Corinthians 15:52The concept of God ruling the universe is already a huge debate for...
MAY PEN, Clarendon:Last Saturday, both the very young and more mature were among the enthusiastic women that turned out to benefit from the self-defence workshop hosted by the Clarendon Youth Information Centre.Self-defence trainer Senpai Donovan...
Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear. - Ephesians 4:29...
BROWN'S TOWN, St Ann:The 1Jam1Love Foundation and its founder, Rushell Wright, is turning up the drive in reaching children from Brown's Town and other rural areas in St Ann.An upcoming project is the Mala Learning Centre, which is set to be opened...
Last night I heard the screaming Then a silence that chilled my soul I prayed that I was dreaming When I saw the ambulance in the road And the policeman said,I'm here to keep the peace Will the crowd disperse I think we all could use some sleep.Behind the...
American missionary and real estate worker Greg Netro and his team have big plans for Jamaica's orphans and it all started with a little girl who deeply touched their hearts.Her nickname is Tiny and their hope for her future saw the initiative Tiny...
MAY PEN, Clarendon:Last December saw an upsurge in the brutal killings of women and this move has prompted the Clarendon Youth Information Centre to host a self-defence workshop for women on January 14 at the centre.Youth Empowerment Officer...
