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Bishop Laish Boyd Honoured with National Pastoral Award of Distinction
The Anglican Diocese of The Bahamas & The Turks & Caicos Islands is pleased to announce its 2025 Diocesan Theme: “Family Matters: Strengthening Our Homes, Strengthening Our Faith,” inspired by Joshua 24:15: “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” This theme highlights the importance of faith-centered family life and encourages Anglicans to build stronger relationships within their homes and communities.
As part of this year’s spiritual journey, the Diocese will host Lenten Mission Services across several islands, offering a time of renewal, reflection, and recommitment to faith. These services will focus on Family Matters and will be led by esteemed missioners:
- Rev’d Marie Roach Hepburn
- Fr. Kirkland Russell
- Fr. DeAngelo Bowe
2025 Lenten Mission Service Schedule
Grand Bahama
March 5-7
New Providence
March 9-11
Providenciales
March 16-18
Grand Turk
March 17-19
South Caicos
March 18
These Lenten Mission Services provide an opportunity for the faithful to renew their spiritual commitment, deepen their understanding of family as a sacred institution, and embrace the call to serve God within their homes.
As we embark on our Lenten journey, we invite all members of our community to focus on the strength of family life in Christ. These mission services will serve as a source of inspiration and spiritual renewal, reminding us that when our homes are built on faith, they become places of love, peace, and purpose.”
The Diocese warmly invites all Anglicans and members of the wider community to attend these impactful services and experience the power of faith in transforming families and lives.



