UCJCI Update - Vol. 13 No. 44
calendar_month Nov 12, 2026
Date Issued - November 11, 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:
- Girls' Brigade 80th Anniversary: The Cayman Islands Girls' Brigade celebrated its 80th anniversary with a Thanksgiving Service on November 1, 2026, at Elmslie Memorial Church. The service emphasized leadership, faith, and the motto "Seek, Serve and Follow Christ".
- Women's Fellowship Biennial Conference: Held from October 16 to 17, 2026, the conference combined virtual sessions with an in-person gathering at Andrews Memorial United Church in Mandeville. Mrs. Noreen Brown was installed as President General for the 2026–2028 term.
- Camp Reunion 2026: Following a 10-year hiatus, youth from across Jamaica gathered on October 31, 2026, at Little Rippon Nature Park for team activities and fellowship. The United Church Young People's Fellowship also launched its "Faith Over Force" social advocacy campaign against gender-based violence.
- Worship Themes & Lectionary: Upcoming services focus on "Called to Faithful Service," drawing from passages such as Judges 4:1-7, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, and Matthew 25:14-30 to highlight ordinary people accomplishing extraordinary purposes through courageous obedience.
- Upcoming Events & Notices:
- Torrington United Church is hosting its Harvest Rally on November 15, 2026.
- Andrews Memorial United Church is seeking an Administrative Assistant for a three-month period starting December 1, 2026.
- Brae Head United Church will host a fundraising gospel concert and netball competition on November 27, 2026.
- Hurricane Melissa Relief: The UCJCI established relief assistance donation channels (JMD, USD, and GBP accounts) to support the repair and rebuilding of damaged sanctuaries and institutions.