United In Faith
The United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands
A production of The United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands.
Episodes
Interview w/Maria Timbawala- April 12, 2026
We are celebrating Youth Month in the UCJCI beginning with an interview with UCYPF Evangelism and Discipleship Coordinator, Ms Maria Timbawala.
United in Faith: November 17, 2024
Rev. Joel Downer, the Minister of the North Street United Church, joins us in this episode to offer words of encouragement to listeners.
United in Faith: November 10, 2024
Rev. Dr. Collin Cowan joins us in this episode of United in Faith, reminding us to embrace the life that we are called to live, even in the face of hardships.
Reformation: Part 2
Rev. Donovan McPherson completes his two-part series on Reformation in this episode. He focuses on the history of the Protestant Reformation in this reflection.
Reformation: Part 1
In this episode, Rev. Donovan McPherson begins his two-part series on the topic of Reformation. He shares his insights on the significance of the Reformation and its ongoing call to embrace life in its fullness through the gospel.
United in Faith: October 13, 2024
This week on United in Faith, Rev. Dr. Dave Hazle presents an insightful reflection on the theme of love.
United in Faith: October 6, 2024
This week on United in Faith, Rev. Bacchas shares a meaningful reflection on World Communion Sunday.
United in Faith: September 29, 2024
In this episode, we are joined by Rev. Donovan McPherson to explore the powerful insights found in the scripture of reflection: Colossians 3.
United in Faith: September 15, 2024
In this episode, Rev. Paul DaCosta-Pinto offers a thoughtful reflection on the importance of maintaining faith in the face of challenges.
United in Faith: September 1, 2024
This episode features a conversation about navigating challenges. Our guest, the Rt. Rev. Gary Harriott, reminds us to put our trust in God to give us the courage, strength and wisdom to face and overcome adversities.
United in Faith: August 25, 2024
We're joined by Bishop, the Rev’d Christine Gooden Benguche, President of the Jamaica Council of Churches in this episode. In this conversation, she discusses how we can enter into a relationship with God and recover from and navigate challenges that we face.
Liberation, Reparation, Justice and Faith: Part 3
Rev. Dr. Collin Cowan concludes his 3-part series under the theme: Liberation, Reparation, Justice and Faith in this episode.
Christian Faith in the Struggle for Liberation: Resisting Empire
We're joined in this episode by Rev. Marvia Lawes, Pastor of the Sligoville Circuit of Baptist Churches, to talk about the topic: Resisting Empire. She encourages listeners to see themselves as described in 1 Peter 2, "God's holy nation and royal priesthood."
Liberation, Reparation, Justice and Faith: Part 2
This week on United in Faith, Rev. Dr. Collin Cowan continues his reflections under the theme: Liberation, Reparation, Justice, and Faith. He delves into the topic of Independence in this episode.
Liberation, Reparation, Justice and Faith: Part 1
In this episode, Rev. Dr. Collin Cowan begins a 3-part series focusing on the theme: Liberation, Reparation, Justice and Faith. He highlights the topics of Liberation and Reparation in this episode.
Learning About Jesus
Rev. Paul DaCosta Pinto offers the final refelction in the series
Being Yoke Fellows with Jesus
Rev. Paul DaCosta Pinto shares the second of four reflections during the month of July
Taking the Yoke of Jesus
Rev. Paul DaCosta Pinto shares the first of four refelctions during the month of July
The Whole People of God
Rev. Henley Bernard shares teh second part of his refelction on the whole people of God in Ministry
The Work of the Holy Spirit in the Life of the Believer
Rev. Donovan McPherson, Minister of the Eltham United Church shares a refelction on the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer
The Work of the Holy Spirit in the Church (Part two)
In this episode Rev. Dr. Yvette Noble Bloomfield concludes her reflection on the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer
The Whole People of God
Rev. Henely Bernard speak on the principle of the Whole People of God as a paradigm for ministry
The Work of the Holy Spirit in the Church
In this episode, Rev. Dr. Yvette Noble Bloomfield shares the first of 2 parts on the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer.
Trinity Sunday
In this episode Rev. Donovan McPherson, Minister of the Eltham United Church, reflects on Trinity Sunday and the continuing work of the Holy Spirit in the Church.
The Whole People of God
This episode highlights the UCJCI's Ministry Emphasis shared by Rev. Euthman Wray and Dr. Dave Hazle.
Mother's Day Reflection
Rev. Paul DaCosta Pinto shares a reflection on Mother's Day
Issues of National Concern
This week's episode offers some reflections on matters of national concern in the Jamaican context from a biblical and theological perspective with Rev. Dr. Roderick Hewitt, Rev. Paul DaCosta Pinto, and Rev. Norbert Stephens.
Convocation 2024
Revds. Norbert Stephens, Laddia Young, and Kraig DeLeon Diedrick share information on the upcoming United Church Convocation
Easter Reflections
In this Episode, Rev. Anna Kay McGreggor shares an Easter Reflection
Legacies of Slavery and Reparations
This episode discusses the legacies of slavery and reparations with members of the Churches Reparations Action Forum (CRAF)
The Resurrected Jesus
In this episode, Rev. Donovan McPherson, Minister of the Eltham United Church shares a reflection.
The Ministry of the United Church Senior Citizen's Home
In this episode, Ms. Janice Bailey, Director of The United Church Senior Citizen's Home joined us to share the work being done by the Senior Citizen's Home in Mandeville, Manchester, and the impact it has had. Toiram Butler, a former student of Heart Trust NTA, also shared the impact of the experience after volunteering at the home for a year in the capacity of Administrative Assistant. Listen and Share with someone.
Embracing Artificial Intelligence || Rev. Dwight Kelly
In this episode, Rev. Dwight Kelly, Minister of the Greendale, Mount Pleasant and Brown's Hall Charge of United Churches, joined to talk about the embrace of Artificial Intelligence and the potential threats. Listen and Share.
Forecasting the Relationship between Church and Artificial Intelligence || Mrs. Seantee Hunt McFarlane
In this episode, Seantee Hunt McFarlane, a highly experienced IT professional who currently serves as the Senior Data Scientist at Discovery Technologies and the CEO of YSmartdata, joins us to share a forecast of the relationship between church and artificial intelligence with respect to rapid upgrades and development. She is also a youth leader in her church, Mount Olivet Assemblies of God. Listen in and share with others.
An Evangelism Conversation
The importance and a blue print of effective evangelism are discussed by Rev. Lembe Sevile, Minister at the Meadowbrook Charge of United Churches, as he promotes an event being hosted by the North Eastern Regional Council to be of benefit to the church. An Evangelism Conversation is made available for viewing on YouTube.
I am my Father's Son: The Testimony of Mr. Delroy Palmer from Lincoln Kirk United Church
In a UCJCI Video Series titled "I am my Father's Son" Mr. Delroy Palmer, a member and active service at Lincoln Kirk United Church shares his testimony. You can watch this and other episodes on UCJCI YouTube Channel. Remember to share this with others.
New Year's Message || Rt. Rev. Gary Harriott
The Moderator inspires and challenges the UCJCI for the new year, 2023. Listen and share
The Gift of Christmas || Rev. Norbert Stephens
Rev. Norbert Stephens, General Secretary of UCJCI, shares a reflection on the gift of Christmas.
The Meaning of Christmas
What do you focus on in this season? Listen and share with others.
Sing a Song of Hope in God's Victory
Noel Wallace, Music Minister of Savannah United Church in the Cayman Islands, and Denver Bloomfield, member of the Webster Memorial Church talk about the importance of Hymn and Psalms in Worship and Life. Listen to the episode and share it with others!
What is Prayer? How to do it- Mrs. Leila Palmer
Are you having trouble praying? Not sure what to say? Not sure what to expect? Listen to this episode in which Mrs. Leila Palmer, Chair of the management team of stewardship, prayer and discipleship at Meadowbrook United Church, shares on the topic. Remember to share with others.
Worship and Men
Have you ever considered that the Spectrum of emotions sung about in Church is limited? or how changing the tone of evangelism may yield great results in attracting and transforming the relationship between men and worship or church. Listen to this United in Faith Discussion with Rev. Dr. Dave Hazel and Omari Harris for more insight. Remember to share with others.
The Importance of Laity
As we welcome our new minister, Reverend Alja Dias, and the new graduates of the Lay Leaders' Programme, Mrs. Karen Francis joined us in the studio to share the Importance of Laity and the Lay Leaders' Training Programme. Listen and share in your networks.
Meet our 2022 Ordinand, Pastor Alja Dias
Pastor Alja Dias who hails from the Lucea United Church, has been assigned to the Lowe River Charge which includes Lowe River, Tooting Hall and Cascade United Churches. He will be ordained on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at the Ridgemount United Church.
Abundant Hope (Evangelism) with Rev. Carlington Douglas
Listen to Rev. Carlington Douglas, Interim Minister at Lincoln Kirk United Church.
Nanny is My Granny- Dr. Hilary Hickling
In Jamaica, we celebrated heritage day last week and National Heroes Day on Monday, October 17, 2022, Dr. Hickling, Senior Lecturer at the UWI and member of the UCJCI's Reparations Task Force highlights the importance of carrying of the culture from one generation while also sharing information on our National Heroine, Nanny of the maroons. Listen and Share
Why Men are not attracted to the church- II
Rev. Dr. Dave Hazel and Omari Harris shared the mic on this episode for a man-to-man discussion from within God's church. Dr. Hazel, the UCJCI Warden, and Lecturer at The United Theological College of the West Indies, along with Omari, who has dedicated his platform to Redefining Manhood, dug into issues surrounding Men and Ministry, and gave their voices to how the various matters can be addressed. Listen and share this episode.
Why men are not attracted to the Church part I
Shevaunn Kerr, a 24-year-old University student, takes us into his journey with Church and Christ in a very transparent conversation. He names the challenges he has had with the church since accepting Jesus as his Saviour and the shimmering "stuff" that have his attention. Listen to this episode, a first-hand account of a current struggle with Men and Ministry, and tune in next week as we explore suggestions, solutions and implementation with respect to the absence of men in the church.
The Ministry of Music with Mr. Everton Clarke
"Our guest, Mr. Everton Clarke is the Organist and Choir Director at the Ridgemount United Church, in Mandeville and the Musical Director of the Mandeville Singphony. He served as a Director of Music Ministries at the Trelawny Parish Church, Falmouth. But he doesn't just serve in the church. He is an educator, the director of Music and Creative Arts at Church Teachers’ College in the School of Early Childhood, Primary & the Creative Arts. Mr. Clarke, was also Chairman of the Music Academic Board of Studies for the Teachers Colleges of Jamaica and is an active curriculum developer in the area of music education and serves as a consultant with the Organization for Strategic Development in Jamaica (OSDJ)." He joins this episode to share on the Ministry of Music.
Responding: New Perspectives & New Priorities
Rev. Otto Menko from Cayman Islands Regional Mission Council joined us to share a reflection on Responding: New Perspectives & New Priorities. Listen and Share.