This is your Caribbean Christian news roundup for the week of March 13–20, 2026. This edition is marked as Volume 1: Issue 12.
Caribbean Church Update: Solidarity and Social Transformation
Vol. 1 | Issue 12
A weekly roundup of significant happenings, moves, and missions across the Caribbean’s Christian and ecumenical landscape.
Headline: Caribbean Bishops Issue Urgent Plea for Cuba Amid Humanitarian Crisis
The Antilles Episcopal Conference (AEC), led by Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon, has issued a profound statement of "pastoral concern" for the people of Cuba. Following the recent escalation of international oil embargos, the island is facing acute shortages of fuel, causing massive blackouts that have crippled two-thirds of the country and disrupted hospital and water systems.
The bishops emphasized that "while Cuba stands in need of renewal and positive changes, it does not need more pain." They have called on regional leaders to prioritize dialogue and diplomacy over coercion, urging that humanitarian aid reach the most vulnerable—the elderly and children—without "political manipulation or delays."
Official Statement: AEC Call for Solidarity with Cuba (Diocese of St. John's-Basseterre)
Ecumenical & Denominational Moves
Bishop Clyde Harvey Reflects on 50 Years of Priesthood
As he nears the end of his nine-year tenure as Bishop of the Diocese of St. George’s-in-Grenada, The Rt. Rev. Clyde Harvey shared a "wide-ranging" reflection on his 50 years in the priesthood. Despite admitting to "unfinished work," Bishop Harvey expressed "tremendous hope" for the future of the Grenadian church, specifically praising the resilience of local lay leadership.
Interfaith Outreach: Ramadan 2026
While the focus is often on intra-Christian unity, ecumenical bodies in the region have been engaging in significant interfaith work this week. Various Christian councils have joined in "Duyog Ramadan" outreach, emphasizing shared values of fasting, sacrifice, and service to the poor.
Regional Mission & Church Growth
Barbados: Church to Launch "Kingdom Academy" to Tackle Crime
In a direct response to the rise in youth-related crime on the island, church leaders in Barbados are set to launch the Kingdom Academy. This initiative aims to provide mentorship, spiritual grounding, and vocational skills to young people, moving the church's mission from the pulpit into the heart of social intervention.
Methodist Lenten Devotions: "Who is My Neighbor?"
The Methodist Church in the Caribbean and the Americas (MCCA), in partnership with Global Ministries, is in the fifth week of its Lenten series focused on Migration and Refugees. This week’s focus has been on "Putting Aside Differences to Protect Our Neighbors," a timely theme given the ongoing displacement crises in Haiti and the Southern Caribbean.
Quick Hits & Significant Dates
International Women's Day (March 10): Ecumenical prayer services were held across the region under the theme "Grant Me Justice," focusing on the legal and social protection of women.
Dominica: The RCCG Caribbean Region is finalizing plans for their upcoming regional conference in May, which will bring together English and Dutch-speaking delegates in Portsmouth.
St. Kitts & Nevis: Regional security meetings held on February 25 continue to be a point of discussion for local clergy, particularly concerning the impact of new maritime laws on inter-island mission travel.
Upcoming Events to Watch
March 22: Global Youth Day celebrations across the Caribbean Union.
March 28: Anglican Diocese of Jamaica special Lenten pillar focusing on "Abstaining from Technology."
Easter Sunday (April 5): Coordination of ecumenical "Sunrise" services is now in the final stages across all major capitals.
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This video provides the theological and pastoral context for the Antilles Episcopal Conference’s recent statements on regional solidarity and the dignity of the human person.
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