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Death of Pope: Premier Wheatley extends condolences to Catholics
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has extended condolences to Catholics in the Virgin Islands, following the passing of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025.
BVICC ready to be empowered as ‘watchdog of our nation’
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- “We are ready to be empowered to continue our assignment as the ‘watchdog of our nation and the conscience of our community, which was given to us by our Lord Jesus Christ,” the BVI Christian Council (BVICC) has declared ahead of the installation service for its new executive committee.
Pope Francis' body moved to St. Peter's Basilica for 3 days of public viewing
ABC NEWS
VATICAN CITY, Rome, Italy- The body of Pope Francis was moved to St. Peter's Basilica early Wednesday to lie in state for the Catholic faithful to pay their respects to the Argentine pontiff remembered for his humble style, concern for the poor and insistent prayers for peace.
Pope Francis dies aged 88
VATICAN CITY, Rome, Italy- The 266th pope in the Catholic Church's history, Pope Francis, who made history as the first Latin American papal leader and was considered to have a more progressive approach than his conservative predecessors, died Monday, April 21, 2025, the Vatican confirmed. He was 88.
‘Easter is about love, forgiveness & compassion’- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- “As we head into the Easter weekend—a special time for many who celebrate this season—let’s remember that Easter is about love, forgiveness, and compassion.”
Increase in Anti-Christian Incidents in India
MORNING STAR NEWS
NEW DEHLI, India– Christians in India suffered high levels of violence and discrimination in 2024, with 640 cases marking a continued increase over prior years, according to the Evangelical Fellowship of India’s Religious Liberty Commission (EFIRLC).
Adventist Youth Society honours outstanding VG residents
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- As part of Adventist Global Youth Day activities on Saturday, March 15, 2025, the Adventist Youth Society on Virgin Gorda honoured three outstanding residents in the community.
Bishop Paul A. Ricketts elected new President of BVI Christian Council
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Bishop Dr Paul A. Ricketts has been elected the new President of the BVI Christian Council (BVICC).
Dr Pickering shares stories of faith & medicine in his new book
LONG LOOK, Tortola, VI- Former Deputy Premier and Legislator Dr Kedrick D. Pickering has added author to his list of titles following the release of his book ‘Walk in Faith & Medicine: Daily Lessons & Insights from a Doctor’s Handwritten Journal’.
BVI Christian Council engages Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Christian Council (BVICC) paid a courtesy call on Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) on Thursday, October 17, 2024.
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