News

WHY IS THE CHURCH SO QUIET?

Published

2 years ago

February 16, 2022

#TurksandCaicos, February 16, 2022 –

1. Even though a number of Pastors spoke with the Premier, and wrote to him about the new Protocol Restrictions on the church, we did not let the country know where we stood on the issue.

2.The reason why it was done in secret by the government is because they know the power of the church.

3. All the government did was play us for fools, so they won’t look bad in the eyes of the public. They run ‘game’ on the church.

That should have never happen.

4. The church is the most important institution in the world, and we must never let any government use us to make them look good in the eyes of the community. If they do wrong we must sound the alarm, if they do right we

applaud them. We must keep their feet to the fire, they will respect the church and it would help them to be a better government for the people.

5. When we stop speaking out on the issues of the country, we fail God. We get in trouble with God and hurt our people for generations to come.

6. We cannot let people or governments think that because of the prosperity of this country it is because of human beings.

It’s God and His mercy and that He hears the Prayers of the Saints.

God put this government in power 14 to 1 and if they don’t do right, God will put them out.

God sets up and He pulls down.

Promotion don’t come from the east nor the west.

The church had no involvement in any decision making in this government over the past year.

7. The church needs to speak up on the good and the bad.

8. The government did what they wanted to do to the church with its Protocols, there was no consultation.

They had their cabinet meetings and still left them in place for a few weeks.

They are laughing at the church and saying they have us just where they want us.

Quiet. Quiet. Quiet. Quiet.

The church is never to succumb to any government or Party leader or please them.

9. The Pension Scheme for the government Ministers has to go, the country cannot afford it. Our government promised to look into it and it’s been a whole year now. If we don’t hold them to it, it will slip right back under the rug.

10. The Country is depending on the church to speak, and stand strong on God’s behalf of the people on the many issues in our land.

11. Up until recently it was against the law for persons to go to worship Service unless they are vaccinated or have a negative test, that law should have never been in place.

12. It’s only after a public outcry of how they have been governing for the past year that they want to meet with the Pastors in Provo now.

The Lord said to me that judgement and destruction will come on this Country and government, His fear will come on this land.

We the Pastors have to warn the government and people to repent and turn to God.

God told me to tell the Premier to call for a Solemn Assembly along with the Spiritual leaders, a day of Repentance and Prayer.

We as Pastors must all speak the same thing.

I told the Premier from a year ago, that as soon as his government got settled, call for a Solemn Assembly, (Joel 2:1, 12-14, 15-32), but is was not done.

Jehoshaphat in the bible called for the people to come together to pray because of the coming danger in

2 Chronicles 20: 1-29.

The king of Nineveh call for repentance and Prayer because of the coming judgment of God in Jonah 3:1-10, and God is calling this Country to repent.

2 Timothy 1:7 says. ” God has not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind”.

Psalm 149:6-9 says,

6-Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, and a two edge sword in their hand.

7-To execute vengeance upon the heathen, and punishment upon the people.

8-To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron;

9-To execute upon them the judgement written: this honour have all His Saints. Praise ye the Lord.

I am not ashame of the gospel of Jesus Christ,

I am not ashame of who I am and what God give me to say.

Let us continue to pray for our Premier and Government, that they obey God, because so go the leader, so goes our country.

May God help us.

Bishop Edwin Lightbourne

Prophet to the Nation

News

InvestTCI facilitates the Development Agreement Between TCIG and Molo Hotel Group

Published

2 days ago

May 14, 2024

Deandrea Hamilton

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – May 14th, 2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Molo Hotel Group reached a pivotal juncture on Monday, May 13th, 2024, with the ceremonial signing of a development agreement at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales. The agreement, which received official Cabinet approval on March 13th, 2024, signifies a steadfast commitment to advancing the economic landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Molo Hotel Group is a family-owned business, renowned for its distinguished portfolio of high-quality hotels worldwide. The development initiative encompasses the construction of three distinct IHG branded hotels: InterContinental Turks and Caicos, Kimpton Turks and Caicos and Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos. Scheduled for completion by 2027, each resort boasts a distinctive design from luxury to laidback sophistication spanning across the shores of Grace Bay Beach.

Kimpton Turks and Caicos – an epitome of luxury lifestyle living, will feature 192 guest rooms including three outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a fitness center. Additionally, seven dining options ranging from a beachfront restaurant to a rooftop bar.

Adjacent to the Kimpton, InterContinental Turks and Caicos will offer 59 classic luxury suites with panoramic ocean views. Mirroring its counterpart, this resort will offer an array of dining options and upscale facilities.

Steps away from the Intercontinental and Kimpton resorts, Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos will embrace a sense of community and contemporary elegance, offering 56 bedrooms. The resort will feature an onsite restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor pool, and fitness room.

Beyond the realm of hospitality, this development agreement underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing employment opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Molo is partnering with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) to actively promote hospitality as a career choice and support in developing training programs, career fairs, seminars, workshops, and events to raise awareness about hospitality careers. Molo has committed to provide employment and apprentice opportunities to TCICC students and provide mentoring and practical on property training to students.

The signing event was graced by Hon. Charles Washington Missick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Deputy Premier, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Public Safety and Utilities, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, Łukasz and Marcin Slominski, Owners of Molo, Ross Morrow, Managing Director Molo, Arik Kono, Vice President Upscale Development for IHG, Dr. Candice Williams, President and CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Angela Musgrove, InvestTCI CEO, Dr. Barbara Ambrister, Chairperson of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Dr. Delores Stapleton- Harris, Vice President of Academic, Vocational and Student Affairs for the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Mr. Kevin Baxter, Dean of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Sheryl McLaughlin, InvestTCI Investment Services Executive.

Commenting on the development agreement, Premier, Hon. Misick, stated “The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing of IHG/Molo Hotels is a significant step towards a sustainable future for hospitality in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Three hotels, Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Hotel Indigo, will be introduced, enhancing our tourism product and creating employment opportunities.”

He further added, “Partnerships with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission are underway, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to developing human capital and elevating tourism offerings. This project will bring economic growth, embrace local talent, and enrich our economy.”

Additionally, Mrs. Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, emphasized “This collaboration confirms our commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity within our country. We have worked closely with Molo Hotel Group, and we are confident that this transformative project will further position the Turks and Caicos Islands as a premier destination for travel and investment. Much to our delight, it will also provide opportunities for engagement with our Community College and small business community.”

The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, operating through its primary Investment Promotion

Agency, Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, remains committed to attracting and facilitating Foreign Direct Investments to the country by providing a comprehensive suite of services. Through strategic initiatives and targeted promotion, the agency catalyzes sustainable development, driving innovation and small business opportunities across various sectors of the economy.

Crime

Male Charged with Robbery

Published

3 days ago

May 13, 2024

Deandrea Hamilton

#TurksandCaicos, May 13, 2024 – Detectives of the Serious Crime Unit of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force have charged a man who allegedly stole a vehicle.

The accused, DANVANTE BRISCO, 30, of Kew Town, Providenciales, was charged with:

One Count: Robbery
One Count: Taking Motor Vehicle Without Authority
One Count: Using Offensive Weapon to cause fear

Mr. BRISCO appeared in court today (May 13 ) and was granted bail of $7500.00 with one surety.

The matter was adjourned to July 05 for a Sufficiency Hearing.

Crime

Dock Yard Male Charged

Published

3 days ago

May 13, 2024

Deandrea Hamilton

#TurksandCaicos, May 13, 2024 – A 20-year-old Dock Yard male appeared in court today (May 13th) charged with a series of firearm-related offences.

The accused, JAMES SIMON, was denied bail and remanded into custody pending a Sufficiency Hearing scheduled for July 05^th, 2024.

Mr. SIMON faces the following charges: 

One Count: Robbery;
One Count: Gang Membership
One Count: Possession of a Firearm for the Benefit of a Gang
One Count: Possession of Ammunition for the Benefit of a Gang.

The charges against Mr. Simon followed investigations by officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force into a robbery at the parking lot of a Casino where three males robbed a victim.

Additionally, Mr. Simon is charged with the following offences, having been arrested on May 02^nd, 2024, along South Dock Road.