Remembrance Day Service 8 November 2015

The service was a Remembrance Day Thanksgiving Service.

For the occasion, a wreath was laid in grateful acknowledgement of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, who suffered and gave his life as the sacrifice for our sins, and the sins of the world.

We also laid wreaths in remembrance of:

• The veterans who served in the world wars, persons who sacrificed time, limb and life in the quest of freedom and democracy, and those patriotic persons, who through their limb and life have served their country loyally and faithfully,
• Missionaries and workers who have given their lives and service to promote and uphold the faith and dignity of human life, those who are currently being persecuted, Missionary Anne Huntley, founder of the Gospel Hall Assemblies in Barbados in 1888, and
• Missionary Dr. C. O.Y. Lowe, who out of his own resources established five Gospel Hall Assemblies in Barbados, including our church here at Ellerton, built in 1959, to the glory of God and for our worship and use, and past workers of our church by names for their mentorship and service rendered.

The guest speaker was Bro. Arnal Goslin, renowned songwriter, also known as ‘Gozzy’, from Bethel Pentecostal Church, Drax Hall, St. George. Bro. Arnal’s message was preceded by his new 2015 hit song “I Cry” (See video clip). His interactive session from Matthew 9, was based on his song, and involved looking at sin in the world, including crime and violence, drugs, police brutality, wars and prostitution human trafficking.

Bro. Arnal ministering in song

Bro. Arnal stated that where ever Jesus went he preached the kingdom of God and demonstrated the power of God. He implored us to preach the kingdom of God. In so doing, we should not condemn or judge people, and we should live from the inside out. We should neither conform to structure nor allow our ways to limit God’s power; but instead, we should allow God to lead our hearts to His will. Furthermore, our hearts need to be broken so that we can reach people and assist them in living for God.

In the kingdom of God, we have all the resources needed. All that's required is for us to submit to God and walk according to His will.

Bro. Arnal suggested that just as we seek out the manufacturer of our vehicles to get help, we should seek the Creator of our life to address our problems and follow His direction.

He also spoke about his prison ministry and informed us that he was contemplating entering full-time ministry by year end. He was given the church’s blessing by the Elders.

Elders praying for Bro. Arnal

I Cry