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BAHAMAS: PM offers condolences to slain RBDF Marine’s family; urged church to pray for country
#Nassau, April 30, 2019 – Bahamas – Addressing Voice of Deliverance Ministries’ 37th Annual General Assembly, Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis expressed condolences to the family of slain Petty Officer Philip Perpall of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force who was killed Sunday while on duty at Government House.
And, he called on the church to pray for the soul of the marine, who served for more than 30 years, and his loved ones.
“I offer my condolences also to the Royal Bahamas Defence Force. I also ask you to pray for the other members of the Force who witnessed the killing of a fellow officer.
“This is a terrible tragedy. Let us continue to pray for peace in our land and for all of those who are victims of crime and for their families,” said the prime minster on Monday, April 29, 2019 at the church, located on Deliverance Way, Malcolm Allotment East.
The matter is being investigated by the Royal Bahamas Police Force, and the Minister of National Security has announced a review of security at government institutions.
The Prime Minister went on to thank the men and women of all uniformed branches who protect the country daily. He further called on all to never forget their sacrifice and their devotion.
Directly addressing the congregation, the Prime Minister said: “It is always a great joy to be in fellowship and worship with those who love the Lord, especially in the Easter Season.”
He regards Easter as a time of new life and rebirth: “It is a season of hope and of new beginnings as we remember and celebrate the salvation and redemption that is God’s eternal outpouring of love.”
The Prime Minister said he was especially happy to be at Voice of Deliverance as it celebrates its 37th Annual General Assembly under the theme: “Catch the Vision, Know that God Shall Prevail & He Will Complete the Process.”
The Prime Minister wished favour and grace upon the church and God’s blessings on its leader Chief Apostle Leon Wallace.
“Let these be days of love and fellowship as you meet in the spirit of: 1 John 4:16 – “And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them,” the Prime Minister quoted.
He then reflected upon recent events which marred the “most sacred day” of the Christian calendar. On Easter Sunday an estimated 253 people in Sri Lanka were brutally killed and several hundred others wounded during worship, in claimed terrorists attacks.
As a fellow member of the Commonwealth, the Prime Minister said the Government of The Bahamas sent condolences to the Government of Sri Lanka.
In response to this attack, part of the Prime Minister’s Easter message reminded The Bahamas that: “We are blessed to live in a generally peaceful land devoid of ethnic strife and war, though we must continue to confront the violence in our land.
“We are blessed to live in a country where there is religious freedom and freedom of association and worship. …Bahamians and residents are able to worship freely and in safety.”
The Prime Minister also noted other incidents around the world, namely in New Zealand during attacks on mosques which left a number of Muslims dead or wounded. Similarly, in the United States reports of “terrible news” of the killings of Jews worshiping in synagogues.
“Such hatred and violence against Christians, Muslims, Jews and others is attack an attack on the dignity of us all, who are made in the image and likeness of our God, who is a God of love and mercy,” the Prime Minister said.
He then shared words from Pope Francis, which he said, touched his heart: “The thing the church needs most today is the ability to heal wounds and to warm the hearts of the faithful; it needs nearness, proximity.” As a medical doctor, the Prime Minister said he understood exactly what he was saying. “I believe that the same thing is true for the Church. You have to meet people where they are at. They first need your compassion and love and mercy. “Only then can they hear the Good News of salvation and redemption.”
By Lindsay Thompson
Release: BIS
Photo Caption: Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis addresses the 37th Annual General Assembly of Voice of Deliverance Ministries, April 29, 2019.
(BIS Photos/Yontalay Bowe)
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products concluded their 10 weeklong Twist To Win campaign with four $5,000 Mall at Marathon shopping sprees.
The campaign which was available throughout the entire Bahamas allowed consumers to enter by purchasing a 20oz bottle with a yellow cap
from the following brands: Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola No Sugar, Sprite, Fanta Orange, or Fanta Grape. Each yellow-cap had a unique alpha numeric code underneath which they submitted to the Twist To Win WhatsApp number.
With each qualifying purchase, participants residing in The Bahamas were entered to win instant prizes and into a grand prize draw to win one of four $5,000 shopping sprees at the Mall at Marathon.
Participants also enjoyed exciting instant prizes such as: Airpods, JBL Speakers, premium Coca-Cola merchandise, $500 Visa gift cards and Amazon, Spotify and Apple Music digital gift cards.
Out of 76,000 plus submissions, Brian Bethel, Ashia Demeritte, Merlin Adams, and Taraceta Neely won the coveted Mall at Marathon shopping sprees at the following select stores, Kelly’s House & Home, The Sports Center, John Bull, Brass & Leather, and BTC.
Leading up to the grand finale shopping spree, Coca-Cola hosted a Trivia Showdown with the eight finalists to determine the four winners. Finalists were tested on their knowledge of World History, Pop Culture, Caribbean Bottling Company and Coca-Cola Facts!
After a few rousing rounds of trivia, the four winners were declared after each winning their spot in the shopping spree by answering their questions correctly and choosing the “Grand Prize” Coca-Cola labeled bottles at random.
The morning of the shopping spree Coca-Cola gave the winners exclusive access to the Mall at Marathon and its participating stores before
their usual operating hours. Grand prize winners were greeted with wide smiles from Coca-Cola brand representatives and morning bites before the big event.
At the start of the thirty-minute clock the grand prize winners along with each of their Coca-Cola shopping assistants ran to the various stores collecting items in their arms and carts.
Merlin Adams, a husband and father of four was proud to have executed his game-plan at the end of the shopping spree. With toys, a new phone and materials for his home from Kelly’s, Adams felt accomplished in what he gathered.
Taraceta Neely, a winner from Eleuthera collected beautiful bags for herself and relatives from Brass and Leather and Brian Bethel bought matching athletic and outdoor wear from The Sports Center for his family.
The final winner Ashia Demeritte bought linens and household items in addition to a new phone from BTC right in time for Christmas.
Caribbean Bottling Company is proud to share the real magic of Coca-Cola with the grand prize winners and the may instant prize winners across the Twist To Win campaign. For more updates on new products, promotions, and events follow www.cbcbahamas.com.
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The Coca-Cola Art Project Astonishes Art Lovers at The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products displayed
their astonishing Coca-Cola Art Project (CCAP), during Baha Mar’s five-day Culinary & Arts Festival. Earlier this year, Coca-Cola partnered with The University of The Bahamas’ Visual Art and Design Department for a culturally rich art competition. UB’s art students were challenged to create pieces surrounding the theme, Bahamian music.
As a result, 20 student works of art were made, with four students declared as winners at the CCAP exhibit opening in Baha Mar’s ECCHO: Art Gallery in August. To recreate the culturally stimulating magic felt at the exhibit’s premiere, the CCAP was featured at the FUZE Art Tent during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival.
Nine incredible pieces of art lined the walls of the Coca-Cola Art Project, four of which included the winning pieces from Jhanaisia Cole,
with ‘Gaulin Bride’; Alyssa Pinder, with ‘Shotgun Wedding’; Nelson Gray, with ‘Untitled’; and Jaela Bowe, with the piece ‘Whims of Obeah, a Folktail’. Additionally, an intimate listening room was built. It displayed students’ artistic processes, UB Visual Art and Design representatives, and a recap of the exhibit opening for audiences.
Art enthusiasts also enjoyed premium limited-edition CCAP keepsakes at the booth. Journals which featured a collage of all 20 student submissions on the front and back cover, postcards with an art piece on the cover along with the student’s name, title, dimension and materials on the back and pens designed with the CCAP’s dynamic logo.
Throughout the art festival diverse groups of people visited the art tent taking in the displays while enjoying the artistic insights from the
listening booth.
Community and culture are always at the forefront of Caribbean Bottling Community, and it was boldly showcased during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival for the third consecutive year.
For more details on the Coca-Cola Art Project, events and new products visit www.cbcbahamas.com today!
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Wines & Spirits (CWS), The Bahamas’ premier wines and spirits distributor delighted Jollification
attendees with bubbles from their Bottega and Bouvet Ladubay sparkling wines and Besserat de Bellefon champagne lines.
Located in the Monument Circle on The Retreat grounds, CWS transformed The Retreat Garden into a lush lounge with Besserat, Bouvet and their latest product addition, Bottega, during the two-day affair.
The festivities kicked off Friday during BNT Member’s Night. Guests enjoyed exclusive offerings from CWS’s catalogue, offered exclusively to members. Complimentary mixes or glasses on the rocks included El Tequileno tequila, Hard Truth whiskey, House of Angostura rum, Cross Keys gin, Nemiroff vodka and a slew of wines such as Fonesca Bin, Bottega and Besserat.
Guests also savored the ‘Jolly Paloma’ cocktail, an instant favorite made with El Tequileno tequila, Schweppes Grapefruit and Domaine de Paris rose wine. To end the night, guests were treated to branded limited-edition wine tumblers as keepsakes.
On Saturday and Sunday, Jollification attendees delighted in glasses or bottles of champagne and sparkling brut or rosé wines while taking
in the comfort of the chic lounge. In addition to purchasing bottles for onsite consumption, consumers were also able to purchase bottles as gifts whether for themselves or someone special.
The sophisticated “bubble lounge” lounge was decked with velvet couches, gold rimmed cocktail tables, blue and pink pillows, and a white floral branded backdrop created for capturing the perfect picture.
Caribbean Wines & Spirits, a historic partner of the Bahamas National Trust was pleased to support Jollification 2025 to kick off the festive season and share their expansive range of spirits.
To keep up to date with all CWS products and events, visit their website at www.cwsbahamas.com today.
