WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: The Strength of Stillness
Stillness is not weakness; it is strength under control. Psalm 46 is written amid chaos—nations rage, kingdoms fall, and the earth trembles. Yet in the middle of turmoil, God speaks with calm authority: “Be still, and know that I am God” (v. 10). This command is not an invitation to passivity but a call to spiritual composure. […]
Remembering Olympian and Middle Distance Trailblazer George Ezekiel Kerr
Before Jamaica became synonymous with sprinting excellence, one man carried the island’s colours with pride across the world’s grandest tracks. George Ezekiel Kerr, born on October 16, 1937 in Hanover, was Jamaica’s original middle-distance maestro — a gentleman athlete whose grace, determination, and discipline set the stage for generations to come. From Hanover to Illinois: […]
Did You Know? Sir Willard White, the Jamaican Baritone Whose Voice Broke Barriers in the World of Opera
Jamaica has given the world reggae, ska, and dancehall — but one of its greatest voices doesn’t belong to those genres at all. Instead, it soars through the grand concert halls of Europe and the Americas, where Jamaican bass-baritone Sir Willard White, OM, CBE has spent more than five decades proving that a Jamaican accent can belong […]
Jamaica’s Poet Laureate, Kwame Dawes, Earns Prestigious American Honor
Jamaica’s Poet Laureate, Kwame Dawes, has been inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, one of the most respected honorary societies in the world. His election in 2025 recognizes decades of groundbreaking work in literature, poetry, and cultural scholarship — a milestone that celebrates both his personal achievement and Jamaica’s rich literary tradition. […]
A Guide to Jamaican Culture in the New York Area
New York City is home to one of the largest Jamaican communities outside of Jamaica. From politics to food, music, churches, and cultural celebrations, Jamaicans have left their mark on the city’s cultural landscape, particularly in Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens. Whether you’re seeking authentic cuisine, live reggae, or community events, here’s a guide to […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: The Power of Yet
There are moments in life when God feels distant, when prayers seem to rise only to fall back down in silence. Most of us who have been walking with God for a while now know that only too well. David, the man after God’s heart (1 Sam. 13:14; Acts 13:22), also knew that feeling. In Psalm 22, […]
How Jamaican-American Erica Appleby Turned $100 Into a Thriving Fashion Brand
Starting a business often requires vision, determination, and resourcefulness. For Erica Appleby, a proud Jamaican-American entrepreneur based in Hollywood, Florida, it all began with just $100—a birthday gift from her mother. She used that small amount to buy fabric for her first collection and register her business. From that moment, she planted the seed of […]
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: Praise as a Sacrifice
Praise offered in seasons of comfort comes naturally, but praise given in the midst of pain is described in Scripture as a sacrifice (Hebrews 13:15). The writer of Hebrews reminds believers that praise is an offering to God, a continual acknowledgment of His name. In painful seasons, praise costs something; it requires faith that God […]
Remembering Dr. Joseph Robert Love: Priest, Physician, Journalist and Jamaica’s First Pan-African Nationalist
In the long arc of Caribbean history, a few figures stand out as visionaries who anticipated the movements of a new century. Among them is Dr. Joseph Robert Love, a Bahamian-born intellectual, physician, priest, journalist, and politician who made Jamaica his adopted home. His name does not carry the global recognition of Marcus Garvey or […]
Married to a Jamaican – Dani & Reggie on Culture, Love and Second Chances
Some love stories take time to unfold — and Dani and Reggie Bourdeau’s is one of them. The Jamaican-Haitian couple spent nearly a decade orbiting each other, crossing paths by chance before fate brought them back together. In this heart-warming episode of Married to a Jamaican, hosted by Jamaicans.com founder Xavier Murphy, they share how […]