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The Evangelical Association of the Caribbean (EAC), its National Evangelical Alliances, denominations, churches, members and agencies expresses its’ deepest condolences to the Royal Family, of the House of Windsor, who are mourning the passing of their mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, HRH Queen Elizabeth II.

Furthermore, we express our sincere condolences to the peoples of the United Kingdom and colonies and the Commonwealth, on this the sad passing of their monarch and head, Queen Elizabeth II on the 8^th September 2022.

We recognize the sense of dignity, unity and continuity that Queen Elizabeth II represented and the guidance that she gave to the United Kingdom of Great Britain. Her Majesty was one of the greatest leaders the world has ever known. As the longest-reigning monarch, with 70 years of service, her majesty Queen Elizabeth II was well-respected around the world as an outstanding leader and as a devoted Christian.

May Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II rest in eternal peace. May God bless HRH King Charles III.

Arima, Trinidad

The Evangelical Association of the Caribbean (EAC) calls on the Church in the Caribbean to pray for all who suffer and for those who have the power to save lives, bring humanitarian aid and protection and for restoration of peace in Ukraine. We also call upon Christians in the Caribbean to pray for those with the power to stop the war and to bring about peace.

The EAC joins with the European Evangelical Alliance (EEA) in condemning the violation of international law by Russia and calling for an immediate end to the attacks on Ukraine. Together, we call for respect to the Ukrainian territorial integrity, an end to the hostilities, an immediate ceasefire and withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukraine.

Commenting on the continuing situation, Thomas Bucher, General Secretary of the EEA, said, “Both Russia and Ukraine are sovereign nations, having the right to live without fear of attack but also having a duty to live peaceably as neighbors. Given the political and military developments over the past several years, each side may perceive the other as a threat but there is absolutely no justification for the Russian government to continue its interference in Eastern Ukraine or even start an invasion.”

The invasion of Ukraine is both unjustified and unprovoked. Europe has witnessed the horrors of war in the past and has learned that armed conflict and military occupation only bring devastation and suffering. Let us pray for peace between Ukraine and Russia amid the increasing tensions.

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MEDIA CONTACT
Emerson L. Boyce
Secretary General/CEO
info@caribbeanea.org
1.868.708.7595

Arima, Trinidad – 16 December 2021

The Regional Board and members of the Evangelical Association of the Caribbean (EAC) join with the South Pacific Evangelical Alliance (SPEA), the New Zealand Christian Network and the Evangelical Community of New Zealand, to extend their prayerful support to the family and loved ones of Glyn Carpenter on his passing.

Rev. Emerson Boyce, Secretary General of the Evangelical Association of the Caribbean (EAC) commented: “Glyn, as he was affectionately called was a confident, humble, caring and an intriguing servant who changed the landscape of Christian service among the WEA Regional General Secretaries. He served as the National Director of the New Zealand Christian Network to 2017, and Regional General Secretary of the South Pacific Alliance up to 2019. Glyn was indefatigable in his service for God, possessing an affable personality, and a heart for Christians to work well together, which will be hard to replace among his colleagues, who will dearly miss his forever–smiling face. He leaves behind a legacy of influence in the lives of countless people across New Zealand and the South Pacific.”
We praise God for the Spirit–controlled life, ministry and legacy of Glyn Carpenter. We are praying for his wife, Christine of 39 years, their three sons and grandchildren, family and friends during this difficult time.

We praise God for the Spirit–controlled life, ministry and legacy of Glyn Carpenter. We are praying for his wife, Christine of 39 years, their three sons and grandchildren, family and friends during this difficult time.

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MEDIA CONTACT
Emerson L. Boyce
Secretary General/CEO
info@caribbeanea.org
1.868.708.7595

The Regional Board and members of the Evangelical Association of the Caribbean (EAC) joins the Antigua and Barbuda Evangelical Alliance (ABEA), the Evangelical Community of Antigua and Barbuda and the Leeward–Virgin Islands District of the Church of the Nazarene, to extend their prayerful support to the family, loved ones on the passing of Rev. Joscelyn Martin.

Rev. Emerson Boyce, Secretary General of the Evangelical Association of the Caribbean (EAC) commented: “Pastor Martin, as he was affectionately called was a confident, humble, and an intriguing servant who changed the landscape of Christian service in the All Saints community. He served on the Board of Directors of ABEA as President and up to the time of his passing Director of Relief and Development. Rev. Martin was indefatigable in his ministerial service for God whom he loved dearly and leaves behind a legacy of influence in the lives of countless people across Antigua and Barbuda, within and outside the Caribbean.”

Mr. Clovis St. Romain, General Secretary of ABEA recalls Rev. Martin “as being humble and caring, possessing an affable personality, which will be hard to replace among colleague Ministers and friends who will dearly miss his forever smiling face.”

We praise God for the Spirit–controlled life, ministry and legacy of Rev. Martin. We are praying for his wife, Sandra of 39 years, their children Josiah and La Fleur, grand children Josiah, Jr. and Raina, family and friends during this difficult time.

Arima, Trinidad and Tobago – August 10, 2021

The Regional Board and members of the Evangelical Association of the Caribbean (EAC) joins the Evangelical Community of Antigua and Barbuda to extend their prayerful support to the family, loved ones and nation of Antigua and Barbuda, on the passing of Sir Lester Bird, former Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda.

Rev. Emerson Boyce, Secretary General of the Evangelical Association of the Caribbean (EAC) commented: “Sir Lester Bird, a great son of the soil, contributed significantly to the socio–economic development of Antigua and Barbuda. Caribbean leaders acclaim as the architect of modern Antigua, responsible for successfully transitioning the country from an economy dependent on a defunct sugar industry into one of the leading tourism centres in the world.”

Under his stewardship, Antigua and Barbuda became a high–income country, transforming the quality of jobs, housing, and introducing high–end tourist resorts.

He was a keen sportsman, with a great passion for cricket and a superb pace bowler. He represented Antigua and the West Indies and won a bronze medal for long jump at the 1957 Pan American Games.

Sir Lester, a committed regionalist, was highly instrumental in establishing the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS). He was a great orator and a progressive thinker whose vast experience and political knowledge served the people of the Caribbean well in the councils of CARICOM.

We are praying for his family, friends and the nation of Antigua and Barbuda during this difficult time.

The Regional Board and members of the Evangelical Association of the Caribbean (EAC) joins the Evangelical Community of Trinidad and Tobago to extend their prayerful support to the family, loved ones and the Family Focus Family Broadcasting Network, on the passing of gospel radio pioneer, Rev. Dr. Margaret Elcock.

Rev. Emerson Boyce, Secretary General of the Evangelical Association of the Caribbean (EAC) commented: “Margaret was a confident, humble, and an intriguing woman who changed the landscape of broadcasting in Trinidad and Tobago. She was President/CEO of Family Focus Broadcasting Network and I.S.A.A.C 98.1FM, which was the first Christian Radio Station in Trinidad and Tobago. Dr. Elcock lived for God whom she loved dearly. She used media and her God–given skills to promote, rebuild and shape family life in the twin island nation of Trinidad and Tobago. She leaves behind a legacy of influence in the lives of countless people within and outside the Caribbean.”

We praise God for the Christ-controlled life and legacy of Margaret Elcock. We are praying for her husband, children, family and friends during this difficult time.