Marking the 4th Annual National Prayer Breakfast

A NEW CHAPTER UNDER THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – 16 July 2025 – The 4th Turks and Caicos Islands National Prayer Breakfast was held on Saturday, July 5th, at The Shore Club in Providenciales. This year’s event marked a significant milestone as it was hosted for the first time by the Ministry of Home Affairs, under the leadership of Hon. Shaun D. Malcolm, Minister with responsibility for Religious Affairs. Held under the theme “Faith in Action: Healing Our Land, Serving Our People,” the spirit-filled gathering brought together government officials, clergy, and citizens in a morning of reflection, unity, and purpose.

The morning opened with a Flag Parade by the TCI Cadet Corps, followed by musical selections that stirred hearts, including the National Anthem and Song by Mrs. Robyn Forbes and an uplifting performance by the New Turks and Caicos National Choir.

In one of the day’s most memorable moments, Minister Malcolm offered a moving rendition of “When I Remember” before delivering remarks that cast a bold vision for the Religious Affairs mandate:

“Our mandate under Religious Affairs is not ceremonial, it is transformational. We are committed to working side by side with our nation’s spiritual leaders to confront the moral and social issues of our day, to uplift our communities, and to anchor our development in the enduring principles of faith, unity, and purpose,” Minister Malcolm affirmed.

“As we move forward, our vision is to empower churches, elevate shared values, and heal our land, one prayer, one partnership, one purpose at a time.

The programme was seamlessly moderated by Bishop Dr. C. Alexander Coleta Williams III, who brought a spirit of reverence and clarity to the event. Her Excellency the Governor, Dileeni Daniel-Selvaratnam, was met with an arousing round of applause following her inspirational remarks, which captured the audience with their sincerity, hope, and heartfelt encouragement.

Chief Apostle Raymond Wells of Rhema Wells International delivered a dynamic and timely keynote address that moved the audience to their feet in spirited agreement. Preaching with clarity and conviction, he underscored the divine order required for national progress, emphasizing that effective leadership demands unity, humility, and obedience. Apostle Wells reminded attendees that progress is only possible when there is one clear leader, a shared vision, and a deep commitment to walking faithfully in the roles assigned by God.

The intercessory segment included powerful prayers for the nation, government leaders, youth, frontline workers, and national unity, led by a diverse and representative group of clergy from across the Islands.

This year’s Prayer Breakfast was a resounding success, not only for its powerful spiritual impact, but for its intentional design and wide accessibility. The event was streamed live via Facebook and broadcast across the Islands on Radio Turks and Caicos, ensuring that the messages of hope, leadership, and national healing reached homes, businesses, and communities throughout the Turks and Caicos and beyond.

As the Ministry of Home Affairs assumes stewardship of Religious Affairs, this Prayer Breakfast sets a bold and unifying tone, one grounded in faith, service, and shared vision.