Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar is acknowledging and honouring the important role the Church continues to play in our society as a moral compass, a refuge in times of crisis, and a steady force for good.
In her message to the nation on the occasion of Corpus Christi, the Prime Minister encouraged religious bodies to continue evolving, not in message, but in method. She called on churches and faith-based organisations to chart new and innovative paths to reach out to our youth and the vulnerable.
She said we must speak their language, understand their struggles, and walk beside them with patience and empathy. And if we are to secure a future rooted in faith and dignity, we must ensure that no one, especially our young people, feels alienated from the message of love and purpose that the Church brings.
The Prime Minister said, Let the seeds planted today be more than tradition. Let them be symbols of our intention to grow in love, unity, and service. Let us plant seeds of peace in our homes, seeds of justice in our communities, and seeds of hope in every heart.