Premier Wheatley wants 'stronger partnership' between Gov't & the Church
His remarks came during the Interdenominational Service 2026, which took place at Queen Elizabeth II Park on Sunday, January 18, 2026, under the theme "Lord, Our Eyes Are on You."
This year, the government has decided to collaborate with churches across the islands to organise this event.
The Premier, who addressed the service, expressed his gratitude and stated that "despite all the challenges, we are grateful that in 2026, I would like it to be a year in which the government and myself, as the Minister for Ecclesiastical Affairs, that we form a much stronger partnership between the government and the church, and not just the church."
He emphasised that it's not just about the church but involves all individuals in the community.
'Feed the hungry, heal the sick'
The Premier called on non-governmental organisations, nonprofit organisations, and everyone who wants to come together to feed the hungry, to heal the sick, to be a comfort to those who struggle in some way.
He emphasised the importance of coming together as a community to uplift others and serve as a voice for the voiceless.
The Premier added, "We may not always agree, but even when we do not agree, it is important for us to stay unified, and to stay in dialogue, and to stay connected, and to be humble enough, each of us, including myself."
Hon Wheatley further stated, "I’m looking forward to walking through this 2026, in a spirit of unity, and a spirit of love, and a spirit of reverence to God, declaring that he is the head of this nation, and the head of all our lives, and we should respect him and revere him as such."
The Interdenominational Service, held at Queen Elizabeth II Park in Road Town, aimed to bring the Territory together in prayer, worship, and reflection at the start of the new year.
The message was delivered by Pastor Travis C. Berance of Virgin Gorda Seventh-day Adventist Church.
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The truth church of, Jesus Christ, is not disconnected from obedience of living the practical principles of keeping His commandments. Some may ask how to keep His commandments? The simple answer is to believe the He came to this earth, sent by His Father, to redeem fallen human from sin empire damnation, and to restored then in oneness with Him, as was before they fell from grace.
This is true. Jesus came in human form for a particular purpose and paid the cost of man's penalty, eternal death, so the the justify requirement of God's wrath against purity (innocent) expectations of human can be living in them being empowering by Holy Spirit ( His living Word in them).
Any other way other than this will certainly falls short of God's glory for His and God's glorification of humans in oneness with in Him.
Allowed me, please, Premier, Natalio Sajuande Wheatley, to to explain to you the following; Jesus true church are not splinted man-made organizations of man's appointed minister, but rather all God's appointees. Neither do names matter, but rather righteous decipleship actions of genuine Godly love. See John 3:16 and other related biblical scriptures for more clarification.