HER EXCELLENCY AMBASSADOR
Alma Augusta
SEPTEMBER 5TH, 1949 - NOVEMBER 2ND, 2023
Solemn Evensong, Sermon and Benediction in Celebration for the Life and Service of HER EXCELLENCY AMBASSADOR
Alma Augusta
ADAMS at
St. Agnes Anglican Church Baillou Hill Road Nassau, N.P., The Bahamas Wednesday 15th November, 2023 at 5:45 p.m. Officiating: The Venerable Keith N. Cartwright The Rev’d Fr. B. Travis Fernander The Rev’d. Howard L.L. Bethel
Obituario de Su Excelencia The Obituary of Her Excellency Her Excellency Alma Augusta Adams (nee Hutcheson) Ambassador-At-Large and Founding Chancellor, Bahamas Alrae Ramsey Foreign Affairs Institute Former Ambassador to The Republic of Cuba Former Consul General to Miami Former Senator The Commonwealth of The Bahamas Mother POR DIOS Y LA PATRIA… For God and Country… Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “What lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales in comparison to what lies inside of you.” Our dear lady Exemplified the brilliance reposed in one who benefitted from the collective family and community effort made manifest in service to her Country, her beloved Bahama Land. She was the epitome of grace and possessed a quiet strength that allowed her to triumph over the many changing scenes of life. Alma fue la personificación del servicio! She loved her God, she loved her family, she loved people, and she loved her country, The Commonwealth of The Bahamas. Humble beginnings shaped the character and personality we have come to love and cherish, ultimately it was her heart of gold and commitment which became her resultant trademark. To her God, she was faithful and steadfast; to her country, she was dedicated and loyal; to her family, she was Matriarch and muse and to her students, a guiding light! Alma Augusta Adams (nee Hutcheson) birth was recorded as September 5, 1949. She was born from the union of Reverend Dr. Albert Asquith Ernest Hutcheson of Alice Town, Eleuthera, Bahamas and Belle Emerald Hutcheson (nee Hepburn) of Orange Creek, Cat Island, Bahamas. She is the second of three children, her siblings: Ernestine Emerald Major (deceased) and a younger brother Albert E. Hutcheson III. Alma Augusta is a product of Grants Town, and although her father was an astute Baptist Minister, the proximity of her childhood home to St. Agnes Parish on Baillou Hill Road provided a spiritually nurturing environment which supported her upbringing. Grants Town and St. Agnes Parish provided the foundation for many important points of development in her life. This included her access to major activities in Bahamian history which took place on the Southern Recreation Grounds to the North of her home, her matriculation through St. John’s College at the East of her home, her attendance at St. Agnes Parish in front of her home, or her service to the people of The Bahamas, Over-The-Hill”, to the south of her home and beyond. In this regard, whenever lounging and conversing with Alma, you would learn of her experiences singing in the Choir, cleaning the floors and polishing the pews at St. Agnes. Her St. Agnes experiences were rich, and she would exuberantly tout being mentored by the late Reverend Father Milton E. Cooper, who she attributed as being a major influencer in her life and faith. Alma established herself early on as an exceptional student with a unique appreciation for the arts, especially ancient and modern languages – Latin, Spanish, French and German. Later on in life she became bilingual with fluency in English & Spanish. She attended St. Agnes Day School, Western Junior and Western Senior Schools and completed her high school education in 1967 at St. John’s College. In 1969, she matriculated to Florida Memorial College, Miami, Florida and in 1971 transferred to Fisk University, Nashville, Tennessee where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. Always excelling, her continued education and certifications were awarded both in 1977 at the University of Miami, Miami, Florida and in 1984 at the Sampere Institute, Madrid, Spain. Alma’s commitment to serving others expanded when she joined the Zeta Tau Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. January 1, 1970, on the campus of Florida Memorial College. Alma pledged her commitment to the constructive development of the sorority’s members and to public service with a primary focus on the Black community. Her journey through Delta Land grew when she transferred to Fisk University where she served in several executive roles culminating in the role of President.
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A proud moment of her Delta journey came as she rallied Bahamian Sorors together, lauding the need for the sorority to exist on our beautiful shores and joining her fellow Charter Members in the founding of The Bahamas Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. It became more than evident that while she loved her sorority, service was the ultimate goal and, much to her fellow Sorors chagrin and with immense love in her heart, she tolerated her daughter’s decision to become a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She commenced formal employment with The People’s Penny Savings Bank in 1968 as a Bank Teller and Customer Service Clerk. You would imagine the sense of progress and accomplishment for this ‘little coloured girl from Over-the-Hill’ to assume such a role only a few short years following Sir. Milo B. Butler’s demands in a local commercial bank for Bahamians to be served, and to have the opportunity to serve, in the local financial sector. It was indeed with pride that she served in this role and transitioned in 1970 to The Bank of Nova Scotia as a Bank Teller, and then in 1976 as a Securities Administrator at Roy West Trust Corporation. During her tour of service in the financial sector, she maintained her commitment to her beloved Progressive Liberal Party (PLP), and wherever there were roadblocks experienced because of her beliefs, views and convictions, she was fortunate to retreat to service in the sector for which she was endeared in the hearts of so many in our nation, EDUCATION. Alma first and foremost was an Educator and used her gift and professional training in modern languages to impact so many in our nation. Her service in education included, but were not limited to: Faculty of Spanish, English Language and Geography at Jordan Prince William, The Baptist School, 1968 – 1969; Faculty of Spanish at St. John’s College, 1973 – 1976; Faculty of Spanish, French and English Language at Aquinas College, 1982 – 1985; Senior Mistress and Faculty of Spanish – Head of Modern Languages Division at St. Anne’s School, 1992 – 2002; Dean of Students and Faculty of Spanish at Zion Christian School, 2009 and Adjunct Professor of Spanish, University of The Bahamas, 2018 – 2021 National Service… A Commitment to Nation Building! Un compromiso con la construcción de la nación! Alma’s service to the great Commonwealth of The Bahamas commenced in 1985 with her appointment to the Hansard of The Parliament of The Bahamas as an Assistant Editor. Here, she was given a front-row seat to observe lively debates in the Lower and Upper Houses of Parliament as she transcribed, edited, and collated the debates by members. One would imagine that this was a very important point in our nation’s history as we saw the development of a number of our lead agencies and institutions immediately following the attainment of Independence only a short twelve (12) years previously. Here, she had access to Bahamian political greats such as our late Father of The Nation, Sir. Lynden O. Pindling, and other signatories to The Bahamas’ Constitution. Who would have thought that the dreams and aspirations of this Bahamian girl could be realized in this manner, and as such, to be entrusted as a custodian of transcripts of key discussions in a place she would one day rise to occupy as a member? In 1978, this dream and discovery journey moved from observation to occupation as in the last administration of the Late Father of our Nation, Alma was appointed to the Upper Chamber of the Parliament of The Bahamas, and was hence titled, Senator, The Honourable Alma Augusta Adams. Those who would be aware of the political climate of the time would know that this appointment came on the heels of her attempt at the polls to represent the people of The Adelaide Constituency; an effort thwarted by the nominal margin of a mere 23 votes. Her service as a woman in politics was so outstanding, that leadership thought it important to ensure that her voice was heard in a prominent way. She joined the ranks of other Bahamian political luminaries, where until recently, she was one of only five (5) from that 1978 – 1992 Senatorial class still alive today, including Honourable Sean A. McWeeney, Honourable Neville W. Wisdom, Honourable Edison Key, and Honourable Brent T. Symonette. Imagine this linguist, an artistic, energetic, young and beautiful lady in the Senate, participating in and inspiring lively debate on matters of importance to the development and prosperity of our nation. Now, in a deeper way, consider her thoughts expressed in support of those who were marginalized and challenged because of the socioeconomic setting of the times, and the plight of the average citizen living Over-The-Hill. She fought for everyone who was part of the struggle and considered it a distinguished privilege to sit in the Upper House; a position of trust and guardianship which she took very seriously. Her former colleague, the Honourable Neville Wisdom expressed that “It was a pleasure to observe Alma in the Honourable Senate, as one of the only three (3) women in the Chamber at that time, the others included the late Telator Strachan and Theresa Moxey-Ingraham. She was the foremost representative of the Pindling Administration’s commitments to International Relations, Woman’s Affairs and Education and was a major advocate for the people on these matters. She was a proficient debater who was always well-researched and prepared to present.”
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While her journey in Bahamian politics did not lead her back to the polls as a Progressive Liberal Party candidate in the general elections, she is reported to have been an active participant in every by-election and general election from then, up to the time of her death. Wherever her presence and support were needed, she was accounted for and actively involved and for this, she was awarded the honourable title of Party Stalwart Councillor. On Bahamas Government Service Plenopenciario y Extraordinario While Alma continually represented the views of the international community and was always current on the affairs of nations within our region and around the world, for her, it was such an honour to be given the responsibility to represent the affairs of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas in a foreign land. These formal responsibilities commenced in 1999 when she was appointed Consul General for The Bahamas at Miami, Florida, United States of America. Here, she represented The Bahamas in negotiations with local, state and federal government officials and outlined and publicized the policies of the Government of The Bahamas and the Christie Administration within her Consular jurisdiction. In a major way, she contributed to the development of economic, political, and cultural relations between The Bahamas and the United States by maintaining contact with and providing consular services for Bahamian nationals. in the CARICOM community and. Her delight to showcase our country to America is noted as she often shared The Bahamas’ rich history in South Florida, as an example with the development of Coconut Grove in the late 19th century. Alma’s life was enriched spiritually while in Miami by attending the Historic St. Agnes Episcopal Church under the then pastoral guidance of the late Father Richard L.M. Barry. She also played an avid role with the Bahamian-American Associations and hosted numerous events always insisting commencing with the vivacious singing of our National Anthem and closing with the goat skinned drums, cowbells and whistles of Junkanoo. On November 30, 2012, as the first woman ever appointed, she became Her Excellency Alma Adams, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary for The Commonwealth of The Bahamas to the Republic of Cuba and was presented with her instruments of appointment by then Governor General Sir Arthur Foulkes. He applauded her appointment noting that the country appreciates the remarkable public service women have given while being reluctant to venture into politics. As linguist and lover of the Spanish language and cultures, she was enthusiastic and focused her energies on forging partnerships in health, agriculture and education, particularly for Bahamians studying Spanish in Cuba. Cuba became her second home, and she developed a special love for all things Cuban. She became family with Ovidio, Fina and her team and worshipped every Sunday as a member of Catedral Episcopal Santisima Trinidad, Habana, Cuba with her then pastor, El Muy Rvd. José Ángel Gutièrrez Ferro (Falconeris Lucrecia). Alma left such a lasting impact that on Sunday, November 12, 2023, the service held there by Dean Gilberto Calballero Elizalde (Maria Elvira) was dedicated to her life and legacy. On December 8, 2014, it was her great honour to accompany Prime Minister Perry Christie as he met Cuba’s President Raul Castro at the end of the 18th CARICOM Heads of Government meeting at the Palace of the Revolution in Havana. Being the consummate diplomate, on meeting El Presidente Raul Castro, she spoke of Bahamian food, music, Junkanoo and encouraged him to one day visit our country and get pink sand in his toes. H.E. Alma Adams became the founding Chancellor of The Bahamas Alrae Ramsey Institute of Foreign Affairs (BARIFA) in November 2021. As Chancellor, Ambassador Adams was charged with the professional training and development of newly employed Foreign Service Officers, which consisted of a year-long academic programme in various Foreign Affairs-related disciplines. She was passionate about her call to serve and worked tirelessly to hone the skills and abilities of the Institute’s cohorts of new recruits.
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Survivors
La Familia Por siempre en nuestros corazones After God, family meant everything to Alma. She gave everything she had in every sense of the word and in every aspect to her daughter Alana Apryl. She loved her nephew Pete Emmanuel as her own and raised Albertha Paulette as her own child. A constant reminder was always articulated, “You all are Hutcheson’s, carry our family name with Pride and Excellence!” Her love was felt by every family member. We relished in her hours-long storytelling of loved ones and felt her insistence on preserving the family and upholding unity; the reward she admonished us far exceeded the cost. In honour of her, we will endevour to do our very best as we each hold secret compartments in our hearts just for her. We will miss her songs, dances, singing, long hugs, Chinese Checker matches, trips abroad, first pieces of cakes with Hip, Hip, Hooray, talks on the beach and Oh Lawd, the macaroni and cheese! Alma Augusta, we miss you already and forever! Ours is the pleasure to renew to you dear Alma, nuestro amor, the kind assurances of our highest regard and consideration, and that of a grateful nation for your service! Rest in Peace Alma Augusta, Well Done! Alma was predeceased by her parents, the late Reverend Dr. Albert Asquith Ernest and Belle Emerald Hutcheson (nee Hepburn), her sister, Ernestine Emerald Major (nee Hutcheson) and her grandson, Ché Karson Major. Left to cherish her love and legacy are: Her loving daughter, Alana Apryl Rosa Major and her son-in-law, Dr. Terrell Karson Major; Her brother, Albert Ernest Hutcheson III; Her nephew, Pete Emmanuel Hutcheson and niece, Albertha Paulette Hutcheson-Miller; Grand nieces and nephews including: Patrel Lachea Hutcheson, Emerald Alaya Hutcheson, Nyesha Lonnique Hutcheson, Kaylee Hutcheson, Tamarion Albert Ernest Hutcheson, Lanardia Peggy Ann Hutcheson, Matthew Luther James Miller, Isaiah Israel Emmanuel Hutcheson; Godchildren including: Johann Reckley (Monica), Byron Knowles (Rachel), Reverend John Ronald Darville (Chrystal), Dwan Archer (Cynette) and Donnette Williamson (Giles); A host of family and friends including: the Hutcheson, Brown, Johnson, Hepburn, Major, Strachan, Ingraham, Adams, Curling, Archer, Wilson, Moxey, Small, Neville, McDonald and Miller families, St. Agnes Parish, Christ Church Cathedral, Catedral Episcopal Santisima Trinidad, The Honorable Philip “Brave” Davis, Honorable Fred A. Mitchell, Former Prime Minister Perry G. Christie, The Bahamas Senate, Bahamas Consulate General Miami, Embassy of the Bahamas in Cuba, The Bahamas Diplomatic Core 2012-2017, H.E. Ambassador Professor Gilbert Morris, Bahamas Alrae Ramsey Foreign Affairs Institute, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, The Progressive Liberal Party, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., St. John’s College, St. Anne’s School, Prince William Baptist School, Aquinas College, The University of The Bahamas, Dr. Duvaughn Curling and Oncology Consultants, Dr. Duane Sands and Dr. Robin Roberts, The Princess Margaret Hospital, Doctor’s Hospital and The Commonwealth of The Bahamas. May the soul of our faithfully departed, Rest in Peace and Rise to Eternal Glory.
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Order of Service A Video Presentation
INTROIT HYMN:………….................................…..…….……..O Jesus I Have Promised –No: 672 CPWI O Jesus, I have promised to serve thee to the end; be thou for ever near me, my master and my friend; I shall not fear the battle if thou art by my side, nor wander from the pathway, if thou wilt be my guide.
O let me hear thee speaking in accents clear and still, above the storms of passion, the murmurs of self-will; O speak to reassure me, to hasten or control; O speak, and make me listen, thou guardian of my soul.
O let me feel thee near me: the world is ever near; I see the sights that dazzle, the tempting sounds I hear; my foes are ever near me, around me and within; but, Jesus, draw thou nearer, and shield my soul from sin.
O Jesus, thou hast promised to all who follow thee, that where thou art in glory there shall thy servant be; and, Jesus, I have promised to serve thee to the end: O give me grace to follow, my master and my friend. O let me see thy foot-marks, and in them plant mine own; my hope to follow duly is in thy strength alone; O guide me, call me, draw me, uphold me to the end; and then in heaven receive me, my Saviour and my friend.
Priest:O Lord, open thou our lips. All:And our mouth shall shew forth thy praise. Priest:O God, make speed to save us. All.O Lord, make haste to help us. Priest: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; All:As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Priest:Praise ye the Lord. All:The Lord's Name be praised. PSALM 23 1The LORD is my shepherd; * I shall not be in want. 2He makes me lie down in green pastures * and leads me beside still waters. 3He revives my soul * and guides me along right pathways for His Name's sake. 4Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I shall fear no evil; * for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. 5You spread a table before me in the presence of those who trouble me; you have anointed my head with oil, and my cup is running over. 6Surely your goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, * and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever. Rest eternal grant unto his soul O Lord, And let light perpetual shine upon him.
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OLD TESTAMENT LESSON: ……………………….....………................................................………Job 19:21-27a Read by Lynda Gibson (Sorority Sister and Friend) Reader:A reading from the Book of Job, Chapter 19 verses 21 to 27 21 Have pity on me, have pity on me, O you my friends, for the hand of God has touched me! 22 Why do you, like God, pursue me, never satisfied with my flesh? 23 ‘O that my words were written down! O that they were inscribed in a book! 24 O that with an iron pen and with lead they were engraved on a rock for ever! 25 For I know that my Redeemer lives, and that at the last He will stand upon the earth; 26 and after my skin has been thus destroyed, then in my flesh I shall see God, 27 whom I shall see on my side, and my eyes shall behold, and not another. My heart faints within me! Reader:The Word of the Lord. All:Thanks be to God. OFFICE HYMN………….………………………................................................…… Amazing Grace No:495 CPWI Amazing grace — how sweet the sound — that saved a wretch like me! I once was lost, but now am found, was blind, but now I see.
Through many dangers, toils and snares, I have already come; 'tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home.
Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, and grace my fears relieved; how precious did that grace appear the hour I first believed.
When we've been there ten thousand years bright shining as the sun, we've no less days to sing God's praise than when we've first begun.
Priest:Let my prayer be set forth in thy sight All:As the incense, and let the lifting up of my hands be an evening sacrifice. MAGNIFICAT All:MY soul doth magnify the Lord : and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. For he Hath regarded : the lowliness of His hand-maiden. For behold, from henceforth : all generations shall call me blessed. For He that is mighty hath magnified me : and holy is His Name. And His mercy is on them that fear Him : throughout all generations. He hath shewed strength with His arm : He hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. He hath put down the mighty from their seat : and hath exalted the humble and meek. He hath filled the hungry with good things : and the rich He hath sent empty away. He remembering His mercy hath holpen His servant Israel : as He promised to our forefathers, Abraham and his seed, for ever. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son : and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be : world without end. Amen. Priest:Let my prayer be set forth in thy sight All:As the incense, and let the lifting up of my hands be an evening sacrifice
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NEW TESTAMENT LESSON ..…......................................................................………Revelation 7:9-17 Read by Miriam Curling (Bestfriend) Reader: A reading from the Book of the Revelation to John Chapter 7 verses 9 to 17 9 After this I looked, and there was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, robed in white, with palm branches in their hands. 10They cried out in a loud voice, saying, ‘Salvation belongs to our God who is seated on the throne, and to the Lamb!’11And all the angels stood around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures, and they fell on their faces before the throne and worshipped God, 12singing, ‘Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honour and power and might be to our God for ever and ever! Amen.’13 Then one of the elders addressed me, saying, ‘Who are these, robed in white, and where have they come from?’ 14I said to him, ‘Sir, you are the one that knows.’ Then he said to me, ‘These are they who have come out of the great ordeal; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. 15 For this reason they are before the throne of God, and worship Him day and night within His temple, and the one who is seated on the throne will shelter them. 16 They will hunger no more, and thirst no more; the sun will not strike them, nor any scorching heat; 17 for the Lamb at the centre of the throne will be their shepherd, and He will guide them to springs of the water of life, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.’ Reader:The Word of the Lord. All:Thanks be to God. NUNC DIMITTIS All:LORD, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace : according to thy word. For mine eyes have seen : thy salvation; Which thou hast prepared : before the face of all people; To be a light to lighten the Gentiles : and to be the glory of thy people Israel. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son : and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be : world without end. Amen. THE APOSTLES' CREED All:I BELIEVE in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth: And in Jesus Christ His only Son our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, Born of the Virgin Mary, Suffered under Pontius Pilate, Was crucified, dead, and buried: He descended into hell; The third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, And sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; From thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; The Holy Catholic Church; The Communion of Saints; The Forgiveness of sins; The Resurrection of the body, And the Life everlasting. Amen. Priest:The Lord be with you. All:And with thy spirit. Priest:Let us pray. Lord, have mercy upon us. All:Christ, have mercy upon us. Priest:Lord, have mercy upon us. All:OUR Father, which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy Name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; And forgive us our trespasses, As we forgive them that trespass against us; And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil. Amen. Priest:O Lord, shew thy mercy upon us. All:And grant us thy salvation. Priest:O Lord, save the Queen. All:And mercifully hear us when we call upon thee. Priest:Endue thy Ministers with righteousness. All:And make thy chosen people joyful. Priest:O Lord, save thy people. All:And bless thine inheritance.
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Priest:Give peace in our time, O Lord. All:Because there is none other that fighteth for us, but only thou, O God. Priest:O God, make clean our hearts within us. All:And take not thy Holy Spirit from us. Priest:Let us pray: Almighty God, we remember before you today your faithful servant ALMA AUGUSTA; and we pray that, having opened to her the gates of larger life, you will receive her more and more into your joyful service, that, with all who have faithfully served you in the past, she may share in the eternal victory of Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. All:Amen. Priest:O GOD, from whom all holy desires, all good counsels, and all just works do proceed: Give unto thy servants that peace which the world cannot give; that both our hearts may be set to obey thy commandments, and also that by thee we being defended from the fear of our enemies may pass our time in rest and quietness; through the merits of Jesus Christ our Saviour. All:Amen. Priest:LIGHTEN our darkness, we beseech thee, O Lord; and by thy great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of thy only Son, our Saviour, Jesus Christ. All:Amen. Priest:The Lord be with you. All:And with thy Spirit. Priest:Let us bless the Lord All:Thanks be to God. Celebrant:May he rest in peace. All:Amen. Celebrant:May ALMA AUGUSTA’S soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercies of God, rest in peace. All:Amen. Tribute ………………..................................……………........………………………Dr. DuVaughn Curling (Nephew) Tribute ……………….......................……………...................……………….……Dr. Portia Brown Serrete (Cousin) Tribute ………………..........................…………….………………………… Mr. Obie Roberts (Vice Chairman, P.L.P.) HYMN ……………....................................………. Through All The Changing Scenes Of Life No: 427 CPWI Through all the changing scenes of life, In trouble and in joy, The praises of my God shall still My heart and tongue employ. Oh, magnify the Lord with me, With me exalt His name; When in distress to Him I called, He to my rescue came. The hosts of God encamp around The dwellings of the just; Deliverance He affords to all Who on His succour trust
Oh, make but trial of His love, Experience will decide How blest they are, and only they, Who in His truth confide. Fear Him, ye saints, and you will then Have nothing else to fear; Make you His service your delight, Your wants shall be His care. To Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, The God whom we adore, Be glory, as it was, is now, And shall be evermore.
SERMON…………………...The Venerable Archdeacon Keith Nathaniel Cartwright
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HYMN …………………………………………………….................................................…. Lift Every Voice And Sing Lift ev’ry voice and sing, till earth and heaven ring, ring with the harmonies of liberty. Let our rejoicing rise high as the list’ning skies, let it resound loud as the rolling sea. Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us. Sing a song full of the hope that the present has brought us. Facing the rising sun of our new day begun, let us march on till victory is won. Stony the road we trod, bitter the chast’ning rod, felt in the days when hope unborn had died; yet with a steady beat, have not our weary feet come to the place for which our people sighed? We have come over a way that with tears has been watered. We have come, treading our path thro’ the blood of the slaughtered, out from the gloomy past, till now we stand at last where the bright gleam of our bright star is cast. God of our weary years, God of our silent tears, thou who hast brought us thus far on the way, thou who hast by thy might led us into the light, keep us forever in the path, we pray. Lest our feet stray from the places, our God, where we met thee; lest our hearts, drunk with the wine of the world, we forget thee; shadowed beneath thy hand, may we forever stand, true to our God, true to our native land. BENEDICTION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT HYMN .......................................................................................... “ O Saving Victim, Opening Wide” O Saving Victim! opening wide The gate of heaven to man below, Our foes press on from every side Thine aid supply, thy strength bestow. All praise and thanks to Thee ascend, For evermore, blest One in Three, O grant us life that shall not end, In our true native land with Thee. Amen. HYMN ...................................................................................... “Therefore We Before Him Bending” Therefore we, before him bending This great Sacrament revere; Types and shadows have their ending, For the newer rite is here; Faith our outward sense befriending Makes our inward vision clear.
Glory let us give and blessing To the Father, and the Son, Honour, might, and praise addressing While eternal ages run; Ever to his love confessing Who from Both with Both is One. Amen.
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Priest:Thou gavest them bread from Heaven. People:Containing in itself all sweetness. Alleluia! Priest:Let us pray. O God, who in a wonderful Sacrament has left unto us a memorial of your passion: Grant us, we ask you, so to venerate the sacred mysteries of your Body and Blood, that we may ever perceive within ourselves the fruit of your Redemption. Who lives and reigns, world without end. All:Amen. THE DIVINE PRAISES Blessed be God. Blessed be His Holy Name. Blessed be Jesus Christ, true God and true Man Blessed be the Name of Jesus. Blessed be His most Sacred Heart. Blessed be Jesus in the most holy Sacrament of the Altar. Blessed be God, the Holy Ghost, the Comforter. Blessed be the great Mother of God, Mary most holy. Blessed be her holy and immaculate Conception. Blessed be the name of Mary, Virgin and Mother. Blessed be St. Joseph, her most chaste Spouse. Blessed be God in His Angels and in His Saints. Antiphon:Let us worship Jesus in this Great Sacrament. Psalm 117 O Praise the Lord, all ye heathen: praise him, all ye nations. For his merciful kindness is ever more and more toward us: and the truth of the Lord endureth forever. Praise the Lord. Glory be to the father, and to the Son: and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be: world without end. Amen. Antiphon: Let us worship Jesus in this Great Sacrament. Anthem by The Choir RECESSIONAL HYMN ..................................................................................... It Is Well With My Soul When peace like a river attendeth my way, When sorrows like sea billows roll; Whatever my lot Thou hast taught me to say, “It is well, it is well with my soul!” Refrain Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come, Let this blest assurance control, That Christ hath regarded my helpless estate, And hath shed His own blood for my soul. My sin—oh, the bliss of this glorious thought— My sin, not in part, but the whole, Is nailed to His Cross, and I bear it no more; Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul! And, Lord, haste the day when my faith shall be sight, The clouds be rolled back as a scroll; The trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend, Ever so, it is well with my soul
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PICTORIAL MEMORIES
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Acknowledgments:
HER EXCELLENCY AMBASSADOR
Alma Augusta We wish to express our deepest gratitude to our family, friends and all who provided us with prayers and support during the list of our beloved. Your standing with us and your kind gestures have comforted us in this time of transition. We give God thanks for each and everyone of you. May God continue to bless all of you. • The Family of the Beloved Alma Augusta Adams
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