Honouray Banquet 2b

St. John’s Anglican Church In Celebrating 250th Years

Message By The Bishop

I take great pleasure in greeting Father Julian Campbell, Priest-in-Charge, the Catechists, Wardens,
Vestry and people of St. John‟s Parish, Harbour
Island/North Eleuthera, as you celebrate the
250th Anniversary of the Parish.

This is a tremendous anniversary that ought to
be celebrated with pride and jubilation as St.
John‟s Parish is the third oldest Parish in the
Diocese, having been established in 1768
following St. Anne‟s Parish, New Providence,
that was established in 1750, and Christ Church
Parish which was established as a
congregation in 1670 but given parish status in
1734. Your Parish has witnessed almost the
entire span of Anglican history in these
islands.

The Church has not only stood as a testament
to the power of the Gospel but also as a
monument to the strength of Anglican
influence. In every generation, it has been a
focal point of worship, bible teaching, moral
direction and community fellowship.

As we thank God for all of the above, we
commit ourselves to the ongoing work of
ministry. We pray that we would be as faithful
as the men, women, boys and girls of times
past, and that we would allow the Gospel to
transform our lives and our world forever.

My wife, Joann, and I are delighted to share
this Banquet Event and to spend the entire
weekend with you. We look forward to being with you on 10th June for the Special Anniversary Service,
which concludes your celebration.

Yours in Christ,

The Rt. Rev‟d. Laish Boyd

BISHOP OF THE DIOCESE OF THE BAHAMAS
AND THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

St John‟s Parish celebrates 250 years= It is a time when the parish looks back and give
the Creator gratitude for these many years of service to His people. Indeed, we are
following in the steps of all past priests and lay people. They have given gallant service

for the Lord. However, we must not stop at nostalgia but pick up the baton and
continue to build on the goodly heritage. We must always seek new and creative ways

of doing ministry.
At this time we give God thanks for all those persons currently being honoured. In
their generation, they too have built upon the foundation of their ancestors. You are a
toast to this parish and the wider community of St. John for the sterling commitment

to the church and community.
Not only do we have homegrown honorees but there are honorees who have graced
our presence for many years from afar. They too have given their time, talent and
treasure for the work of the Lord. Truly, you are now bona fide family members of this

parish.
Congratulations to all of you and may the Lord grant you continued strength in His

vineyard.
Blessings,
Fr. E. Julian Campbell
Priest-in-Charge
St. John‟s Parish

MR. MARTIN GRANT
PRESIDENT

250TH ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE
Greetings to you my brothers and sisters in the name
of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. I am humbled

and honored to sit at the desk as Chairman for this
250th Anniversary Celebrations the Historic Parish of
St John's Anglican Church Harbour Island has suffered

hurricanes and fires over its 250 years of existence
and it still stands tall today. To God be all the glory.

To all you wonderful, dedicated members, I say to
you, your hard work has not been overlooked.
Congratulations on a job well down.

To the awesome and amazing Committee, words
cannot express the dedicated hours and commitment

you have given to see that this night and several
events were pulled off successfully. Hats off to you!

Job well done! You've nailed it!

In closing, I would like to
thank Fr. Julian Campbell for giving me this awesome opportunity to chair

the Committee. To God be all the Glory.

Your Humble Servant,
Martin Lee Grant

Menu

COURSE #1
SOUP

COURSE #2
GARDEN SALAD

MAIN COURSE
ROAST BEEF

LOBSTER THERMIDOR
ROASTED POTATOES

ASPARAGUS
JASMINE RICE

DESSERTS
ASSORTED CAKES & ICE CREAM

ST. JOHN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH

250TH COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Martin Lee Grant - Chairman
Rosebud Adderley
LaPaige Percentie
Sheta Davis
Gaylean Cleare
Rose Green
Kayla Davis
Janette Francis

Father Julian Campbell- Advisor

PROGRAMME

6:00p.m.- 7:00p.m. Cocktail Hour/ Pool Area
Ersley Photo Shot/ Gazebo
Music By The Brilanders/Rocky &
7:01p.m.
Introduction of Master of Ceremony
7:15p.m. Mr. Martin Lee Grant – Chairman
7:30p.m.
7:40p.m. Seating of Guests
Member Music by the Dynamic Features
Opening Prayer
Father Julian Campbell
Welcome Address
Mrs. Gaylean Cleare – Committee
250th Anniversary Committee

DINNER IS SERVED

Music by the Dynamic Features/ Skit & Jokes

MESSAGE BY THE RT.REV.’D LAISH Z. BOYD
BISHOP OF THE BAHAMAS & TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

HONOREES PINNED/REWARDED
By Bishop Laish Boyd/ Father Julian Campbell & Mr. Martin Lee Grant

DESSERT IS SERVED

Vote of Thanks Committee Member
Benediction Bishop Laish Boyd

DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY UNDER THE STARS

FAITHFUL EAGLES

MRS. LOLA VERNA SAWYER-MAJOR-
SAUNDERS

Lola Verna Sawyer-Major-Saunders was born, March 14th 1932 to the parents of
Gladys and Henry Sawyer in Harbour Island, Bahamas.
“Miss Lola” as she is affectionally called was educated at the Harbour Island Public School.
She was such good student that she was asked to be a class Monitor. She was later sent to Nassau to
sharpen her skills. Upon her return she continued to work for the school but the pay was so little she
could not even buy a pair of shoes. As a result, she decided to work for Pink Sands Hotel as a waitress
and later worked as a seamstress.
There was a time when the Church had to raise money for the Parish Hall. Lola was on the fundraising
committee and there was an American priest named Father Rolle serving the parish. Father Rolle would
send envelopes around the island for guests to make a donation. One night there was a play for the
Parish Hall and Lola sang a song, “I ain‟t got nobody and nobody cares for me. I sing love songs; won‟t
somebody dance with me.” Her singing was so captivating that it brought in a lot of money for the
Parish Hall.

Miss Lola was a member of the ACW, a Sunday School Teacher. She was on the Church Fundraising
Committees and she cleaned the Church. Her hobbies are sewing but due to eye sight deterioration she
no longer sews.

Miss Lola is married to the handsome Joseph Saunders Sr. This union produced 3 Daughters: Jilly,
Eartha and Cora. 5 Sons: Mark, Quinth, Joseph “Rocky” Harry and Oliver of London, England and
numerous Grandchildren.
Lola is now a sick and housebound member. However, she is still a faithful and supportive member of
her church. She loves visits from the priest-in-charge whom she loves a lot.

She is a Believer of Psalm 1: “Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked
or stand in the way that sinners take, or sits in the company of mockers,” and Psalm 23: “The LORD is my
shepherd; I shall not want.”

To God be the Glory, great things He has done.

MRS. ROSALIE BARRY STEWART

Rosalie Stewart was born on Harbour Island, into the Anglican Church at St. John‟s Parish in
North Eleuthera. I went to school on Harbour Island and later went to Nassau with my uncle
and his wife. I attended school St. Agnes Anglican Church, Grant‟s Town, Nassau for a while
and further studied St. Barnabas.
I returned to Harbour Island in 1949, where I married the love of my life in 1952. The wedding
was performed by Father D. Lamber. I love my church and I truly enjoy being a part of this
great parish.
In 1957 I took care of a priest from England and in 1960 I was honoured to have assisted
Reverend Canon Irvin Johnson, Father Lightbourne, Father Roberts and Father Samuel
Sturrup and Archdeacon Murillo Bonaby who at one time or another were priests of this
parish.
I was the first A.C.W. President, representing the chair I travelled to Grand Bahama and Abaco.
In 1967 I became the church organist and continued playing until early 2000.
I have served as a vestry member and on various boards in my beloved church.

MRS. SHEILA FRANCIS

Sheila, was born on August 9th, 1939, to the proud parents of Mr. Hartman Saunders & Ms.
Mary Johnson (Who were lifelong member of St. John‟s Anglican Church).
After being educated on the island, Sheila moved to Nassau in the early 1950's to pursue
work. It was at that time that she met and married the handsome Mr. Wendell Eugene
Franklin Francis, now deceased. Their union was blessed with 7 beautiful children.

While living in Nassau, she was a member of and faithfully attended St. Matthew‟s
Anglican Church. She was a part of The Good Shepherd Ladies Ministry. They were
responsible for the undertaking of many of the Church's calendar events, which included
cleaning of the church and food preparation for the Annual Bazaar.

Sheila returned home in the early 1980's and continued the nurturing of her faith at the St.
John‟s Anglican Church, where it all began for her. Until this day, she is a devout and
dedicated member of the Parish. Always volunteering when asked upon for support,
especially when it comes to food preparation for the annual Church Thanksgiving Day
Luncheon & Family Day. Her skills in the kitchen are unmatched. She was also a member
of the A.C.W. There are only a few things that are important to Mrs. Francis, these are Her
FAITH, Her FAMILY. and Her FOOD!

BLESSINGS

MRS. ROSETTA HUDSON

A Native of Bluff, Eleuthera
A Mother of 4 (1 deceased)
Wife of the late Bert Hudson
Former Librarian1977-2010

I thank the Almighty God for bringing me this far. It is only by faith that I stand here
today. I have exemplified with it means to be a community-minded individual,

representing The Bluff as a Local Government Councillor for 3 terms; a total of 9
years.

Interest is what I have shown in my community and trust played a pivotal role. I had
the honour of being a part of the Social Advisory Committee for the Department of

Social Services for 14 years.

Being a go-getter is what I love to do; I love blessing others and it is shown in my
day-to-day operations as a business owner. I have been an entrepreneur for many

years.

In addition, I have also shown that I am a proud and true Anglican, for all of my days.
Offering service to the St. Paul’s Anglican Church, The Bluff, is what I loved to do,
especially serving on the Vestry.

I also served in the capacity of President for the A.C.W, for 13 years and for this, I say
to God be the Glory, great things he has done.

MRS.DENISE PAULETTE SANDS

“May the work I‟ve done speak for me “
55 years old DENISE PAULETTE SANDS, a native of Bluff Eleuthera, is married to Kenneth L.
Sands. She is the proud mother of three well-loved sons, one of which pre-deceased her in
2016 and two wonderful granddaughters.
Her early education began at The Bluff All Age School at the age of five and went on to
Hawksbill High School in Freeport, Grand Bahama where she graduated with honors. Upon
her return back home, she found employment at the North Eleuthera Department of
Agriculture Packing House. There she held the position as Sales Secretary for eleven and a half
years.
A proud and devoted Anglican, Mrs. Sands has been the organist at St. Paul‟s Anglican Church
in the settlement of Bluff for the past forty-four years. Her love for children provided her an
avenue where she organized Easter, Harvest and Christmas fund-raiser Programs at the
church. This passion spilled out into the community where in 1995 she began, owns and
operates a Day Care children‟s Nursery and still has her hands full. She shared her musical
talent by teaching after school music classes for over seven plus years. Behind the scene, Mrs.
Sands bakes bread and pastries which was handed down from her mother. Psalms 34 sums it
for Mrs. Sands
“I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth “
Grateful to share in this memorable occasion and to God the glory for 250 years of spiritual
growth here in St. John‟s Parish.

MRS. IRMA DAVIS

“I will lift up mine eyes to the hills from whence cometh my help, my help cometh from the
Lord<..Psalm 121

Irma Robertha Rolle-Davis was born, May 17 1946 to the parents of Lillian Dean and Orthanel
Rolle, in Nassau, Bahamas. From the time of birth, Irma was called “Bobby.” This name was
given to her by her Aunt Clara because of the Robert in her middle name. Bobby came to
Harbour Island at the age of 17years old in1963 in the care of Mrs. Eloise Johnson. Bobby‟s faith
in the Almighty God has been proven over and over by simply trusting in the Lord and in
prayer and reading her bible throughout the day. She is a “Real” Anglican as they say. Bobby,
proudly attends the Church of St. John‟s Anglican Parish every Sunday, Wind, Rain or Shine,
without prejudice. She has served on the Vestry and was once an ACW President. She finds it a
delight to serve with members at the cook-outs and suppers sales at the church.
Bobby‟s favorite hobbies are walking, eating healthy, baking, cooking and going to church. She
is Poised, Pious and Proper. Bobby met Alexander Livingstone “Pablo” Davis, and they were
joined in the union of marriage on 17th May 1969.
This union produced Alec O‟Neil, Sheta and Raun Davis. Melissa Davis- Bethel and Azzora
Davis.

To God, she gives all the Glory for a Mighty work he has done in her life.

CATECHIST KINGDON HIGGS

Kingdon Higgs was installed as Catechist of St. John‟s Church
May 1st 1999. He was born in Harbour Island February 16th 1933
to Mr. Edward & Alice Higgs. He was raised in St John‟s Church
where his father was also a Catechist. Over the years his
services have ranged from but not limited to; ringing the bell for
service, traveling with the priests to Eleuthera, holding Morning
or Evening Prayer in the absence of a priest, providing electrical
maintenance, hosting numerous priests and the bishop along
with his wife Kathleen. His love for God and family is shown in
his daily living. He believes that we all should live as one and be
our brothers‟ keeper. Kingdon is known best of all for his
speeches and prayers at every family gathering. He is also a
treasure chest of advice and guidance to his children and grand
children. Throughout his life, the ups and downs, his faith in
God never faltered and he has become a true example of how a
Christian should live.

ALMETHEIA ELAINE ROBERTS

Was born on October 6th 1944 on the beautiful island of Harbour Island to
the proud parentage of Lloyd and Eloise Johnson. She is the third of eight
siblings. Four sisters and three brothers of which two are now deceased.

Mrs. Roberts received her early education at Saint Benedict‟s Catholic
School where she was top of her class and received a scholarship to
further her education but due to unfortunate circumstances she did not
go. She would assist her aunt as a substitute teacher. She worked at Pink
Sands Hotel and private homes as a cook and domestic housekeeper. She
has now retired and a housewife. She is married to Mr. George O. Roberts
(Ronnie) and form that union she has been blessed with one daughter
Georgette Roberts and one granddaughter Ro‟Nae Albury. She is also
blessed with an adopted daughter Mrs. Glenda Loroda.

She is a dedicated member of St. John‟s Anglican Church. She is a former
choir member, and A.C.W. member and former Mother of-the-Year. She
is a happy and proud member of the church and would do anything to
assist in the growth of her church. She gives praise and thanks to God for
being awarded the opportunity of being honoured.

MRS. ROSE BARRY-GREEN

A Rose by any other name is still a Rose! This beautiful young lady
of 61 years shares her July 23rd birthday with her twin sister and
also another sister a year later. She has four additional sisters and
two brothers. She is wife to Sidney Green; mother/step mother to
fifteen children, though you thought it was just six! She is
grandmother not to five, but to twenty-one grand kids and great
grandmother to one; all one blended family. This awesome lady
wears many hats= In her Local Church of St. Paul‟s, she currently
serves as a Lay Reader & Chalice Bearer (1999 - present), and the Priest Warden (2000 -
present). Within the Community she serves as a Justice of the Peace (2007 - present), and an
excellent self-taught Seamstress (1970 - present). Rose is your “Go-to-Person” and hardly ever
says no! She is a pillar of strength and the motherly figure to the Bluff, Eleuthera Community
and most importantly she loves the Lord, her Family, her Church and Community. Rose is a
retired Primary School Teacher of thirty (33) years! Though retired, she is still educating and
moulding minds outside of the classroom. Her contributions as a Teacher, Community Leader,
and a dedicated Anglican has earned her many awards, recognitions and posts namely:

 Community Service Award - 2016
 Discovery attendee Harbour Island - 2014
 St. Paul‟s Anglican Church Sunday School honouree - 2010
 PTA Dedication Award - 1996-1997 & 2006-2007
 Teacher of the Year Nominee - 2007
 Retirement Teacher Award - 2007
 North Eleuthera District Council Member - 2006
 Renewal & Dedication Discovery #74 - 2006
 Youth Leader -2003
 Royal Bahamas Police Force Youth Band Leader - 2002
 Eleuthera District Award - 2001
 Bahamas Anglican Woman‟s Cursillo member - 2000
 Union of Education Certificate of Merit - 2000
 Local Government “Invaluable Contribution as Deputy Chief Councillor” award - 1996-1999
 Anglican Church Women member - 1988
 Police Youth Athletic & Social Club - 1997
 Toast Masters International ATM -1997
 Primary Physical Education Workshop -1991
 Ministry of Tourism Certificate of Merit - 1987

Rose Barry-Green is a fun and loving lady; she loves to travel, is a big fan of tennis and loves
cross word puzzles. She is always smiling and loves to share a good laugh. She admires and
loves her family and is very proud and supportive of all her children, without fault. She is
loving and kind and always offer herself and sometimes others to provide assistance before
you can ask. She‟s Once, Twice, Three Times a Lady. We say Congratulation to this Stellar
Anglican Woman!

MR. HENRY PATRICK

PEDICAN

Mr. Henry Patrick Pedican is the 3rd child of the
late Glenn and Winifred Pedican. A native of
The Bluff, Eleuthera, he is 71 years of age. Mr.
Pedican affectionately known as Pat is married
to Cola McSweeney and father to seven amazing
children and accompanied by nine grand-
children.

Born on March 16th 1947, Henry Patrick was
educated at The Bluff All-Age School. Upon leaving school, he worked in the
General Post Office located in Freeport, Grand Bahama for several years. The
call for duty he later joined the Royal Bahamas Police Force and rose to the
rank of Acting Corporal.

After a brief strut in the United States Henry Patrick returned home and
found employment in the Crawfishing Industry. His love for his church led him
to seek higher theological training. He enrolled in the Eleuthera Bible Training
Centre where he obtained a degree in Pastoral Studies. Henry Patrick serves as
a lay-reader and Chalice Bearer at St. Paul’s Anglican Church The Bluff,
Eleuthera. He once was positioned as sexton of the church. Now he has devoted
most of his time at church and is a valued and proud member of The Bahamas
Local Government District Council.

CATHECHIST HARRISON LEON BARRY

He is a native of the Bluff, Eleuthera, where he is a faithful and long serving member of St.
Paul‟s Anglican Church.
He was christened in the Methodist Church, however, as a child living right across the street
from his now beloved church, he regularly attended Sunday School and church services there.
He later was considered and became a member.
This quiet, humble God servant truly loves the Lord and his church. Upon committing his life
to the Lord he has actively served in many areas of the church. Some include lay-reader, A.C.
M. President and Sunday School teacher. He also planned and conducted Morning and Evening
services and Prayer Meetings, administered communion and the list goes on.
While serving under the late Catechist George Dorsett for many years he was given more
responsibilities in the church. Later he received a license to the office of Catechist in the year
1999, by Bishop Drexel Gomez.
His first hobby is gardening and landscaping, which he does with excellence. Though matured
in years, he still ensures that his home and church‟s gardens are “ in shape” He also enjoys
singing, reading the bible, reading the newspapers and listening to church services on the
radio, especially his Anglican Church Program- “Praise Ye The Lord.”
Catechist Barry had five daughters, eight grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. His
wife the late Mrs. Corene Kelly- Barry who was also active in the church ministry, went on to
her heavenly home, twelve years ago.

MRS. JEAN NEWRY

Jean Newry is the third of eight children born to the late Earle and Theodora
Stewart of the Bluff, Eleuthera. She obtained her early education at the Bluff
All Age School. Upon graduation, the family relocated to New Providence to
afford her and her older brother George, the opportunity to pursue higher
education at Technical School, Oakes Field, where she obtained eight GCE
O‟Level certificates.
These certifications lead Jean to a brief 3 ½ year stint in the classroom as a
Teacher at D.W. Davis High School, after which she joined the Royal Bank of
Canada in June of 1963. Jean excelled as a banker and served with distinction
for 38 years. During her stellar career she travelled to many of the Bank‟s
Family Island Branches conducting business.
In October 2001, Jean returned home to The Bluff, and to St. Paul‟s Anglican
Church where she was christened. She immediately became actively involved
in the Church spearheading the Sunday School, and assisting with various
church programs and fundraising activities. She acted as Treasurer of the
Bluff Homecoming Committee and simultaneously, served as Treasurer at St.
Paul‟s for over twelve years. She describes St. Paul‟s as her „Family‟ where
today, she continues to enjoy a rich fellowship.

MRS. MARGARET SAUNDERS

Margaret Saunders better known as "Titter" was born on 18th September
1948 to the proud parents of Egbert Hudson & Mildred Stewart- Hudson.
She was married to the late Lofton Saunders where they are blessed with
4 children and 9 grandchildren. She adores her grandchildren and would
go above and beyond to assist them.
She was employed with Batelco in the Bluff as a Telephone Operator. She
retired in 1999 after serving 28 years. Titter was the go-to-person that
everyone in the community relied upon for telephone information and
still is today.
She is a very active member of St Paul's Anglican Church.
One of her favourite sayings is that; "It is what it is, just keep believing that
tomorrow will be better than today".

CHATECHIST CAROLYN MOSS

Born in the year 1934 April 29th in James Cistern Eleuthera where she
attended the All Age School.

At the age of eighteen she married the late Mautland Moss and relocated to
Upper Bogue. The mother of four children, she attended the Upper Bogue
Evening Institute where she sat and obtained two Bahamas Junior Certificate

in Mathematics and English Language.
She was the Sub -Post Mistress in Upper Bogue for thirty years. She retired
from this post in 1999. Mrs. Moss was the Catechist of St. Joseph’s Church for
the last twenty eight years. Always willing to give good advice and council to

anyone especially her children and the young people.

ERROL ALINGTON WARD

The second of seven children, born to the late Danson and Maerlean Ward of
Upper Bogue Eleuthera and was born on August 16th 1948. He is the father of
six children (6) and eight grandchildren (8) and is married to Elna Taylor
Ward. A hotelier by profession for thirteen nine years (39) years) but now
retired. A lay reader and Chalice Bearer of St. Joseph’s Church in particular
for the past fifteen years (15).

I deemed it a privilege and honour to serve. One of my passions is to mentor
young men by teaching them godly principles, self-control and perseverance.

MRS. SUSAN CLEARE

Susan Cleare the first of eleven children born to the Sybil and
Cleave Cleare of Harbour Island. She was born on the 15th May
1942 on beautiful Harbour Island.
She was blessed with three children, two daughters: Abbi and
Erica and one son, Leslie whom she loves dearly. She attended
St. Benedict Catholic School.

As a young lady growing up, she worked in various hotels on the island
displaying her many talents. Susan is a very hard worker, dedicated church
goer. She grew up in St. John’s Anglican Church where her parents attended
and has become a faithful member. She has served on numerous boards of the

church and was an active member of the choir and A.C.W.

MAJESTIC EAGLES

SHEROL JOHNSON

Sherol Marie Johnson received her early education at St. Benedict‟s Catholic
School for the duration of her school. Mrs. Johnson is a strong advocate for the
teaching of Christ, a devout Anglican and passionate Brilander”.

Mrs. Johnson has been the wife to Mr. Casper Johnson for more than 39 years.
Their marriage was blessed with three children, namely Linksley Johnson,
Corola Allen and Oprah Johnson and six (6) grandchildren.

On any given day if not working as a domestic worker at Down Wind or
managing Casper‟s Dry Cleaners, Mrs. Johnson can be found at St. John‟s
Anglican Church assisting in cleaning the church and dressing the altar, helping
the priest as a steward for God or most importantly visiting sick and elderly
members in the community to share God‟s word. Mrs. Johnson is also a member
of the Harbour Island Community Prayer group that visits the school and Day
Care Centre to share a word of prayer.

Her favourite song is “How Great Thou Art” and her favourite scripture is Psalm
27: 1“The LORD is my light and may salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the
strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”

MRS. MINETTE KELLY

Minette Eugenia Johnson-Kelly was born in Harbour Island on April 24th
1967. She received her early education at St. Benedict‟s Catholic School in
Harbour Island, Harbour Island All Age School, C.H Reeves high School in
Nassau and Windermere High School where she graduated.
She was blessed with one child Johnathan Kelly, whom she loves dearly.
On October 14th 1989 she was crowned the first Miss North Eleuthera. As a
result of this, she participated in Miss Progressive Liberal Party Beauty
Pageant on October 22nd 1989 and Miss Bahamas Beauty Pageant on
August 26th 1990.
Mrs. Kelly attends St. John‟s Anglican Church, were she served in the
Youth Ministry which include Sunday School and Christian Youth
Movement for more than thirty (37) years.

Mrs. JOY HIGGS

Mrs. Joy Higgs was born in Harbour Island on
November 23rd 1954 to the proud parents of the
late King George and Joyce Cleare. She
received her early education at S.t Benedict‟s
Catholic School and the Harbour Island All Age
School. In 1972 she continued her education at
the West Indies College, Mandeville Jamaica.
Upon completion she returned to her beloved
Briland.

Joy has been employed at various establishments including The Romora Bay
Club, Runaway Hill, The Harbour Lounge, Coral Sands Hotel and presently Sea
View Take Away as an Assistant Manager, She has proven herself as a
hardworking, honest and reliable employee.

In 1974 she met and married Mr. Donald Sawyer (deceased) and this union was
blessed with four loving children: Devon, Juan, Delvita and Deaundra Sawyer.

Joy began her active involvement in the church in 1973. She has severed as a
member of the Yong Adults Groups, Sunday School Teacher, Choir Director and
Church Organist for Wesley Methodist Church and St.John‟s Anglican Church
for 20th plus years.

In the local community of Harbour Island, Joy has served as the director of the
Community Choir.

Joy is a committed believer in Jesus Christ and is a devoted wife of thirteen
years to her husband Mr. Wade Carl Higgs. She is a loyal and caring
grandmother to her grandchildren. Akeelah, Joycees, Jaden and Jaylin Sawyer
and a confidant to her family and friends. This is evidence of a genuine spirit of
kindness and her lifelong legacy to serve God and her community.

We salute and congratulate Mrs. Joy Higgs, who is worthy of praise.

MRS. DEBORAH JOHNSON

She is a proud mother of two children, Deandrea and Dwight. She is
married to Mr. Eardley Johnson. I‟m a proud Anglican all my life. I grew
up in St. Matthew‟s Church in Nassau. Upon moving to Harbour Island
over twenty one years ago, I started attending St. John‟s Anglican Church.

When it comes to my church I try my best to do what I can. I am the
President of the A.C.W. for a few years.

I am a strong believer in supporting my church and I am willing and
always ready in helping my church move forward.

PAULINE JOHNSON YOUNG SAUNDERS

Pauline Saunders was born on February 22nd 1943 to Eloise and Lloyd
Johnson, now deceased. She received her early education at St. Benedict‟s
School. Harbour Island, Dorsey Jr. High and North Western Senior High,
Miami Fl. She has four children Darren, Tabitha, Alicia and Marie Johnson;
six grandchildren, Winslow Barry Jr, Darrenique Young, Dwayne Beneby,
Holly Boodle, Darrel Johnson Jr. and Lathan Young; one great-grandchild
Michael Barry. Pauline is married to Alex Harrison Saunders.

Pauline once served as the A.C.W. president and a member of St.
John‟s Anglican Church Choir for many years. She is now serving as the
Assistant Secretary to the ACW. She is a dedicated member of her church.

“ To God Be The Glory, Great Things He Has Done”

EDITH ROBERTS

I am so delighted! I have served at st. John‟s anglican church
from childhood.

I‟ve attend this historic church with my mother and her family
four times on sunday and on other special

Occasions. I am now serving on the altar guild and the leader for
the senior choir for over twelve years. It‟s been a pleasure

working and sometimes a struggle but through it all with the
help of god it worked out.

Thank god for allowing me to carry on the job. I love every
minute of it.

ELEANOR CLEARE

Colossians 3:17 reads,“ And whatever you do whether in word or deed, do
it all in the name of the Lord Jesus giving thanks to God the Father
through Him.”

Eleanor, better known as Sixty is the third daughter of eleven children of
the late Sybil and Cleave Cleare of Harbour Island. She was born on the
15th July to this young couple and during this time things were extremely
hard but her parents were believers of the word and trusted God. Eleanor
was adopted at a young age by one of her mother‟s grand aunts. She and
her husband took Eleanor to Nassau as their daughter where they
moulded her into the young woman she is today. They always reminded
her that the fear of God is the beginning of wisdom. May the souls of these
beautiful people in the name of Edward and Francine Butler rest in
eternal peace.

Sixty attended St. Frances Xaviers School, Aquinas College, Miami Dade
Junior College and returned to Nassau where she attended St. Agnes
Church. She was confirmed and received her first holy communion there
under the leadership of Canon Cooper, the rector at that time.

Sixty has always been community-minded and wanted the best for the
youth of the island, so she took part in Brownies, Gril Guide, Rangers, the
Youth Group at the church. She was also a part of the Sunday School
Program.

Upon returning home to Harbour Island after the death of her adopted
mother in 1969, she joined the employment field of Harbour Island. The
Dunmore Beach Club was one of her first jobs and later she moved on to
building a career with the telephone company Batelco ( as it was called)
for 36 years.) There is a time and a season for everything and as the season
of retiring drew near, Sixty closed that chapter of her life at Batelco and
retired in 2001 as Senior Supervisor of the Front Desk Office.

Eleanor is a faithful and dedicated member of the St. John‟s Anglican
Church on Harbour Island and it is here where she worships and is a
member of the ACW where she once served as president. There is nothing
that she would not do for her church from cleaning and preparing church
for Sunday morning service to singing in the choir.

Eleanor is the proud mother of five (5) children: Adrianna Sweeting,
Janeen Mather, Kavaughn Cleare, Nicoya Mather and Dwayne Cleare.
Sixteen (16) grandchildren and mine (9) great grandchildren.

PORTIA RENA BARRY LEWIS

It is with honour that I Portia Rena Lewis serve at St John‟s
Anglican Church with great pleasure and dignity for more than
18 years. I am dedicated tothe altar guild and served on the
vestry. I am a member of the Anglican Church Woman; serving
as secretary and treasurer and I also so sing in the Choir as well
as the community choir.

In 2007 I was the mother of the year. I travelled with the church
group to Florida, Andros and Exuma. I represented the church
on numerous occasions throughout The Bahamas.

I am a proud mother of three beautiful children, Shanique,
Lacheenie and Patrick. I am blessed with eight grandchildren.

It is indeed joy to serve at St. John‟s Anglican Church.

MR. RALPH SAWYER

Aka Uncle Ralph

Ralph Allen Sawyer was born on Harbour Island on September
5th 1953. He received his early education at St. Benedict‟s Catholic
School, Harbour Island.
Mr. Sawyer attends St. John‟s Anglican Church, where he‟s an
active member of the Anglican Church Men (ACM). He‟s very
helpful.
Mr. Sawyer is a painter by profession. He enjoys fishing and
feeding the chickens.
Mr. Sawyer‟s favourite phrase is “Poor, Black and Famous”.

COURAGEOUS EAGLES

MRS. CHERYL DARVILLE

Cheryl was born in Nassau to the late Albert and Frances Newbold of Harbour Island. As a
young girl she was awarded a scholarship to attend Queen‟s College in Nassau, where she
competed high school and stayed in the hostel where she met many wonderful friends who
she still has to this day.
It was also in Nassau where she met her husband Charles. They will be celebrating their 40th
year anniversary in July. It was upon marriage that she became an Anglican and was confirmed
into the Anglican Church by Bishop Michael Eldon. After marrying the love of her life, she
moved to Freeport and attended the Pro-Cathedral of Christ the King, up until they relocated
to Harbour Island in 2009 and began attending St. John‟s Anglican Church.
They have been blessed with three wonderful children. Candice, Chad and Christina who were
brought up in the Anglican Church and were taught by their example the way of Christian
living.
She is an avid gardener with a green thumb and loves all of God‟s creatures especially dogs
and chickens. She is kind, caring and always smiling and willing to help where needed. Cheryl
always recited Psalm 23 which is her favourite hymn is actually and Easter hymn “Up from the
Grave He Arose (Low in the Grave He Lay) as t is a lively hymn that rejoices that Jesus has
risen.
Whitten by her loving daughter Candice

MR. PAUL & MRS. SHARON FARQUHARSON

Paul Farquharson, Q.P.M, Commissioner of Police (Retired) and Former
High Commissioner to the Court of St. James, United Kingdom and Sharon
Major-Farquharson, Director of the Department of Rehabilitative Welfare
Services (Retired) are the proud parents of three adult children and eight
grandchildren.
Mrs. Farquharson is a native of Harbour Island. Leaving at age 11 to pursue
further education in Nassau where she currently resides. In 2012, after
completing almost five years in the United Kingdom, a decision was made
to reconnect with the Island of her birth.
With St. John‟s Anglican Church being Mrs. Farquharson‟s childhood place
of worship, it was obvious that joining the congregation whenever visiting
the Island was common knowledge.
The Award came as a surprise to them because they supported the Church
without expecting anything in return. It was all done to the honour and
glory of God. They are happy to be included in the Church family and will
continue to make a difference to sustain St. John‟s Church for generations
to come.
On the occasion of your 250th anniversary celebration, the Rector, Vestry,
Organizations and members of the Church are to be congratulated.

Judith & Peter Stanton

Judith was born and raised in San Francisco, and Peter grew up in coastal
Massachusetts. They met as students in graduate school at Stanford University, and
their first date was attending Easter Sunday services at St. John‟s Church (Episcopal) in
Ross, California. They have been married for fifty-five years and have two children,
Peter and Nell.

Long-time members of St. John‟s Anglican, they have spent every Christmas in
Harbour Island for the past fifty-four years and have been full-time winter residents
since they retired in 2004 (Peter from Fidelity Investments and Judith from Harvard
University). They both serve on the Vestry of St. Aidan‟s Chapel (Episcopal) in
Dartmouth, MA, where Peter has overseen its investments for many years.

KATHRYN “KATHY”

WOODARD

Kathyrn Woodard was born in Montreal,
Canada enough years ago to be a senior
citizen. Music and singing have always been
a big part of her life, as has the Anglican
Church. At age 7 she joined the church
choir and it was there that she met her
husband, John, in 1975 when he became the
Choirmaster. They honeymooned at The
Current Club in 1978, fell in love with
Current and its people and vowed to return
every year. They did, and after retiring from teaching primary school and music
for 33 years in Montreal, Kathy fulfilled her dream of teaching in Eleuthera,
where she spent 2 years as the Grade 6 teacher at P.A. Gibson Primary School in
Hatchet Bay, retiring fully in 2003. She and John then became winter residents
in Current. John passed away in 2013 but Kathy continues to spend 4 months
here with wonderful friends made over the past 40 years. She feels she is home
when she arrives in Eleuthera.

Kathy and John both loved Gilbert and Sullivan operettas, singing with
Montreal‟s Lakeshore Light Opera for over 35 years. Although no longer
performing on stage, Kathy is still an active member of the group.
In Montreal, Kathy attends the Church of St. John the Baptist, a traditional
Anglican Church using the Book of Common Prayer. She considers St. Joseph‟s,
Upper Bogue, to be a very special place – her family. St. Joseph‟s may be tiny but
it is huge in heart and in the presence of God. Kathy says, “I feel so moved and
touched during services at St. Joseph‟s. The sandbars of Current are Kathy‟s
other special place where she feels He truly “walks with me and talks with me”.

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CONGRATULATIONS ST. JOHN’S ANGLICAN PARISH

THE ST. JOHN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH USHER IN CELEBRATING 250 YEARS
BOARD & TO THE HONOREES ON YOUR

CONGRATULATES ST. JOHN’S ANLICAN DEDICATED SERVICE.
PARISH IN CELEBRATING 250 YEARS OF

SERVICE.

CONGRATULATION ON YOUR 250TH ANNIVERSERY IN THE COMMUNITY OF
DUNMORE TOWN, HARBOUR ISLAND BAHAMAS.

MAY THE GOD WHO HAS KEPT YOU THIS FAR CONTINUE TO CARRY YOU AS YOU CONTINUE TO EXCEL IN THIS
COMMUNITY.

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WISHES TO CONGRATULATE
ST. JOHN‟S ANGLICAN PARISH IN
CELEBRATING 250 YEARS OF SERVICE.

TO THE
HONOREES, WE WISH TO THANK YOU FOR YOUR

FAITHFULNESS AND CONTINUED SUPPORT.

“Only What Is Done For Christ Will Last”

CONGRATULATIONS HONOREES
YOU HAVE DONE A REMARKABLE JOB IN
DISPLAYING THE WORK OF THE LORD.

MAY GOD RICHLY BLESS YOU

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May God Bless You Always

CONGRATULATIONS Best Wishes To St. John’s Anglican Parish
In Celebrating 250 Years
TO
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THE HONOREES ON Who Strengthens Us”
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CONGRATULATES

ST. JOHN‟S ANLICAN CHURCH & ITS
HONOREES IN CELEBRATING 250 YEARS AS A
HISTORICAL LANDMARK IN THE BAHAMAS

“Forward Onward Upward Together”

Congratulations

To St. John‟s Anglican Church In Celebrating 250 years of
prestigious service on Harbour Island.

May God continue to strengthen you as a church
From

Administrator Ivan Ferguson & Staff
Administrator‟s Office

Harbour Island, North Eleuthera & Spanish Wells