Alma Adams State Funeral

State Recognized Funeral Her Excellency Ambassador Alma Augusta Adams FORMER SENATOR AND DIPLOMAT

on Friday, 17th November, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.

Christ Church Cathedral George Street Nassau, New Providence Commonwealth of The Bahamas -1-

Her Excellency Ambassador Alma Augusta Adams 1949-2023 -2-

The Rite Of Christian Burial For the Life of the Late

Her Excellency Ambassador Alma Augusta Adams Sunrise: 5th September, 1949 Sunset: 2nd November, 2023 Aged: 74 years Service held at: CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL

GEORGE STREET NASSAU, NEW PROVIDENCE, COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS

on FRIDAY, 17TH NOVEMBER, 2023 AT 11:00 A.M. OFFICIATING

The Very Reverend Harry Bain Dean of Nassau and Rector of Christ Church Cathedral

ASSISTED BY

The Venerable Keith Cartwright The Most Reverend Drexel Gomez The Reverend Fr. Eric Miller The Reverend Deacon John Pinder The Reverend Deacon Howard Bethel

DIRECTOR OF MUSIC: Mr. Adrian A. W. Archer

ORGANIST:

Mr. Preston Ferguson

SOLOISTS:

Mr. John Darville Mrs. Candace Bostwick

ACCOMPANISTS: Mr. Junior Scott Mr. LaQuan Bain -1-

Obituary de Su Excelencia The Obiutary of Her Excellency Alma Augusta Adams (nee Hutcheson) Ambassador-At-Large and Founding Chancellor, Bahamas Alrae Ramsey Institute of Foreign Affairs Former Ambassador to The Republic of Cuba Former Consul General to Miami Former Senator Mother The Commonwealth of The Bahamas 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 collective family and community effort which she manifested in service to God, family and her Country, her beloved BahamaLand. 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! 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 5th September, 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 Grant’s 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. Grant’s 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

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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. 1st January, 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 DeltaLand grew when she transferred to Fisk University where she served in several executive roles culminating in the role of President.

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: i. ii. iii. iv. v. vi.

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, The University of The Bahamas, 2018 – 2021.

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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 would be realized in this manner; 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 the Honourable Sean A. McWeeney, the Honourable Neville W. Wisdom, the Honourable Edison Key, and the 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-theHill. 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.”

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 -4-

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. Considering her nature for warm Bahamian hospitality, she forged endearing relationships within the CARICOM community and the Bahamian diaspora for which she received numerous awards of recognition. 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 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 30th November, 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 pastor, El Muy Rvd. José Ángel Gutièrrez Ferro (Falconeris Lucrecia).

Alma left such a lasting impact that on Sunday, 12th November, 2023, the service held there by Dean Gilberto Calballero Elizalde (Maria Elvira) was dedicated to her life and legacy.

On 8th December, 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.

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 Hutchesons,

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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 endeavour 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 Hutcheson 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: LOVING DAUGHTER: Alana Apryl Rosa Major; SON-IN-LAW: Dr. Terrell Karson Major; BROTHER: Albert Ernest Hutcheson III; NEPHEW: Pete Emmanuel Hutcheson; NIECE: Albertha Paulette Hutcheson-Miller; GRANDNIECES 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, and 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, Miller Families, St. Agnes Parish, Christ Church Cathedral, Catedral Episcopal Santisima Trinidad, The Honourable Philip “Brave” Davis, KC, MP, the Honourable Frederick A. Mitchell, Former the Right Honourable 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 Institute of Foreign Affairs, 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, Doctors 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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Organ Prelude Funeral Eucharist The Use of Holy Water and Incense.

Holy Water is used for the purpose of Baptism, blessing of persons and objects. It is especially used to remind us, the living, of our Baptism into the family of God, and the vows and promises made at our Baptism.

The smoke of the Incense is symbolic of sanctification and purification. It also symbolizes the prayers of the faithful. (Rev. 8:3-4). (Ps. 141:2).

RECEPTION OF THE BODY At the reception of the body the congregation stands and faces the West Door.

MINISTER:

With faith in Jesus Christ, we receive the body of our sister ALMA AUGUSTA for burial. Our sister ALMA AUGUSTA was washed in Holy Baptism and anointed with the Holy Spirit. Let us therefore, with confidence, pray to God our Heavenly Father, the Giver of life, that He will raise her to perfection in the company of the Saints.

MINISTER:

The Lord be with you.

ALL:

And also with you.

MINISTER:

Let us pray.

O God of grace and glory, we remember before you this day our sister ALMA AUGUSTA. We thank you for giving her to us, her family and friends, to know and love as a companion on our earthly pilgrimage. In your boundless compassion, console us who mourn. Give us faith to see in death the gate of eternal life, so that in quiet confidence we may continue our course on earth, until, by your call, we are reunited with those who have gone before, through Jesus Christ our Lord.

ALL:

Amen.

As the procession enters the church the following sentences are read: Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and I am the life; he who believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die.” {John 11: 25-26} The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, His compassion never fails: every morning they are renewed. {Lamentations 3: 22-23} -7-

Jesus said, “Let not your hearts be troubled; believe in God, believe also in me.”

{John 14:1}

I am sure that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. {Romans 8: 38-39} If we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord; so then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord’s. For to this end Christ died and lived again, that He might be Lord both of the dead and of the living. {Romans 14: 8-9} We brought nothing into this world, and we take nothing out. The Lord gives, and the Lord takes away: Blessed be the name of the Lord. {Job 1:21} The Congregation sits for the Tributes.

TRIBUTES......................................................................................................... Bishop Neil Ellis Mrs. Beverly Archer REMARKS..................................................... The Honourable Philip Edward Davis, K.C., M.P. Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas The congregation stands for the Introit Hymn.

HYMN................................................. THROUGH ALL THE CHANGING SCENES OF LIFE Words: Nahum Tate & Nicholas Brady, 1698 Music: WILTSHIRE, George Smart, 1795

Through all the changing scenes of life,

In trouble and in joy, The praises of my God shall still My heart and tongue employ.

O 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.

O make but trial of His love; Experience will decide How blest are they, and only they, Who in His truth confide.

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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.

THE COLLECT

MINISTER:

The Lord be with you.

ALL:

And also with you.

MINISTER:

Let us pray.

Almighty God, we remember before you today your servant ALMA AUGUSTA, and we pray that, having opened to her the gates of a larger life, you will receive her more and more into your joyful service, that, with all who have 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.

The congregation sits for the Ministry of the Word.

THE MINISTRY OF THE WORD THE FIRST LESSON.....................................................................................................Psalm 121 Read by: Pete Hutcheson (Nephew) READER: A Reading from Psalm 121.

I lift up my eyes to the hills—from where will my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber. He who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. The Lord is your keeper; the Lord is your shade at your right hand.

The sun shall not strike you by day nor the moon by night. The Lord will keep you from all evil; he will keep your life. The Lord will keep your going out and your coming in from this time on and forevermore.

READER:

This is the Word of the Lord.

ALL:

Thanks be to God.

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HYMN.............................................................. MASTER SPEAK, THY SERVANT HEARETH Words: Francis Harvergal, 1869 Music: OTTAWA, Lowell Mason, 1872 Master, speak! Thy servant heareth, Waiting for Thy gracious word, Longing for Thy voice that cheereth; Master! let it now be heard.

I am listening, Lord, for Thee: What hast Thou to say to me?

Speak to me by name, O Master, Let me know it is to me; Speak, that I may follow faster, With a step more firm and free, Where the Shepherd leads the flock, In the shadow of the rock.

Master, speak! Though least and lowest, Let me not unheard depart; Master, speak! For O, Thou knowest All the yearning of my heart, Knowest all its truest need: Speak! and make me blest indeed.

Master, speak! and make me ready, When Thy voice is truly heard, With obedience glad and steady Still to follow every word.

I am listening, Lord, for Thee: Master, speak! O, speak to me!

THE EPISTLE......................................................................................................... 1st John 4:7-12 Read by: Krissy Hanna (Colleague and Friend) READER: A Reading from the word of God taken from 1st John, Chapter 4, beginning at the 7th verse.

Beloved, let us love one another; for love is of God, and he who loves is born of God and knows God. He who does not love does not know God; for God is love. In this the love of God was made manifest among us, that God sent his only Son into the world, so that we might live through him. In this is love, not that we loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the expiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. No man has ever seen God; if we love one another, God abides in us and his love is perfected in us.

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READER:

The Word of the Lord.

ALL:

Thanks be to God.

The congregation, including members of the family, where able, stand in preparation for the proclamation of the Holy Gospel and sing the gradual hymn.

HYMN.................................................................................. ALLELUIA! THE STRIFE IS O’ER Translated by Francis Pott, 1861 Music: VICTORY, William Monk, 1861 Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia The strife is o’er, the battle done; Now is the Victor’s triumph won; O let the song of praise be sung: Alleluia!

Death’s mightiest powers have done their worst, And Jesus hath His foes dispersed; Let shouts of praise and joy outburst: Alleluia!

On the third morn He rose again Glorious in majesty to reign; O let us swell the joyful strain: Alleluia!

Lord, by the stripes which wounded thee From death’s dread sting thy servants free, That we may live, and sing to Thee. Alleluia!

The congregation remains standing.

THE HOLY GOSPEL...............................................................................................John 11:21-27 {The words of hope Jesus spoke to Martha on the death of her brother, Lazarus.} GOSPELLOR:

The Lord be with you.

ALL:

And also with you.

GOSPELLOR:

A Reading from the Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to John.

ALL:

Glory to Christ our Saviour.

Martha said to Jesus, ‘Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died. But even now I know that God will give you whatever you ask of him.’

Jesus said to her, ‘Your brother will rise again.’ Martha said to him, ‘I know that he will rise again in the resurrection on the last day.’ Jesus said to her, ‘I am the

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resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?’ She said to him, ‘Yes, Lord, I believe that you are the Messiah, the Son of God, the one coming into the world.’

GOSPELLOR:

This is the Gospel of Christ.

ALL:

Praise to Christ our Lord.

SOLO..................................................................................... GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS John Ronald Darville, Tenor SERMON....................................................................................The Right Reverend Harry Bain At the conclusion of the Sermon the congregation stands and says, THE APOSTLE’S CREED MINISTER:

Let us with confidence and hope confess the faith into which we were baptized, as we say,

ALL:

I believe in God the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day He rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

THE INTERCESSIONS {Remain standing}

INTERCESSIONS..................................................................................................Led by: Johann Reckley (Godson)

LEADER:

For our sister ALMA AUGUSTA, let us pray to the Lord Christ who said, “I am Resurrection and I am Life.”

LEADER:

Lord, you consoled Martha and Mary in their distress: Draw near to us who mourn for ALMA AUGUSTA, and dry the tears of those who weep.

Hear us, Lord.

ALL: LEADER: ALL:

You wept at the grave of Lazarus, your friend, comfort us in our sorrow at the death of our sister ALMA AUGUSTA. Hear us, Lord.

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LEADER: ALL:

You raised the dead to life: Raise our sister ALMA AUGUSTA to eternal life.

Hear us Lord.

LEADER:

You promised paradise to the thief who repented: Bring our sister ALMA AUGUSTA to the joys of heaven.

Hear us, Lord.

ALL: LEADER: ALL: LEADER: ALL: LEADER:

Our sister ALMA AUGUSTA was washed in Holy Baptism and anointed with the Holy Spirit: Give her fellowship with all Your saints.

Hear us, Lord.

Our sister, ALMA AUGUSTA was nourished with Your Body and Blood: Grant her a place at the table in Your heavenly kingdom.

Hear us, Lord.

Comfort us in our sorrows at the death of our sister ALMA AUGUSTA. Let our faith be our consolation, and eternal life our hope.

Silence may be kept.

MINISTER:

ALL:

Lord Jesus Christ, we commend to You our sister ALMA AUGUSTA , who was reborn by water and the Spirit in Holy Baptism. Grant that her death may recall to us Your victory over death, and be an occasion for us to renew our trust in Your Father’s love. Give us, we pray, the faith to follow where You have led the way; and where You live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, to the ages of ages.

Amen.

The congregation sings the offertory hymn: HYMN.....................................................................PRAISE TO THE LORD THE ALMIGHTY Words: Joachim Neander, 1863 Music: LOBE DEN HERREN, William S. Bennett, 1864 Praise to the Lord, The Almighty, the King of creation!

O my soul, praise Him, For He is thy health and salvation!

All ye who hear, Now to His temple draw near; Praise Him in glad adoration.

Praise to the Lord, Who o’er all things so wondrously reigneth, Shelters thee under His wings, Yea, so gently sustaineth!

Hast thou not seen How thy desires ever have been Granted in what He ordaineth?

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Praise to the Lord, Who doth prosper thy work and defend thee; Surely His goodness And mercy here daily attend thee.

Ponder anew What the Almighty can do, If with His love He befriend thee.

Praise to the Lord, O let all that is in me adore Him! All that hath life and breath, Come now with praises before Him. Let the Amen sound from His people again, Gladly for aye we adore Him. ELEMENT BEARERS.............................................................Tamarion Hutcheson (Grandnephew) Nyesha Hutcheson (Grandniece) THE OFFERTORY PRAYER MINISTER:

Through Your goodness, Lord, we have this bread and wine to offer, the fruit of the earth and the work of human hands. They will become our spiritual food.

ALL: All things come from You, O Lord, and of Your own do we give you. Blessed be God for ever. Amen.

The congregation remains standing and sings the preparation hymn: SECOND OFFERTORY HYMN.......................................................................AND CAN IT BE Words: Charles Wesley, 1739 Music: SAGINA, Thomas Campbell, 1825 And can it be that I should gain An interest in the Saviour’s blood?

Died He for me, who caused His pain?

For me, who Him to death pursued?

Amazing love! How can it be That Thou, my God, shouldst die for me! ’Tis mystery all! The Immortal dies: Who can explore His strange design?

In vain the firstborn seraph tries To sound the depths of love divine. ’Tis mercy all! Let earth adore, Let angel minds inquire no more.

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He left His Father’s throne above— So free, so infinite His grace— Emptied Himself of all but love, And bled for Adam’s helpless race. ’Tis mercy all, immense and free; For, O my God, it found out me!

Long my imprisoned spirit lay Fast bound in sin and nature’s night; Thine eye diffused a quickening ray— I woke, the dungeon flamed with light; My chains fell off, my heart was free.

I rose, went forth, and followed Thee.

No condemnation now I dread; Jesus, and all in Him, is mine!

Alive in Him, my living Head, And clothed in righteousness divine.

Bold I approach the eternal throne, And claim the crown, through Christ my own.

THE EUCHARISTIC PRAYER MINISTER: ALL:

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

MINISTER: ALL:

Lift up your hearts.

We lift them up to the Lord.

MINISTER: ALL:

Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give God thanks and praise.

MINISTER: It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give You thanks, Father almighty, everlasting God: Through Jesus Christ our Lord; who rose victorious from the dead, and comforts us with the blessed hope of life eternal. For to Your faithful people, O Lord, life is changed, not ended; and when our mortal body lies in death, there is prepared for us a dwelling place eternal in the heavens.

Therefore we praise You, joining our voices with angels and archangels and with all the company of heaven, who forever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of Your name:

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ALL: .Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might; heaven and earth are full of

your glory, Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.

MINISTER:

Sovereign Lord and Father, to you be glory and praise for ever. In your boundless wisdom you brought creation into being. In your great love you fashioned us in your image; In your tender compassion you sent your Son, Jesus Christ, our Saviour, to share our human nature; In the power of the Holy Spirit, He overcame the power of sin and death and brought your people to new birth as first fruits of your new creation.

On the night that He was betrayed He took bread, and when He had given thanks to you, He broke it and gave it to his disciples and said: “Take this and eat it: This is my Body which is given for you, Do this for the remembrance of me.”

And after supper He took the cup of wine: and when He had given thanks, He gave it to them and said: “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the New Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins.

Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”

MINISTER: Therefore, Father, according to the command of your dearly beloved Son; ALL: We remember His death.

We proclaim His resurrection.

We await His coming in glory.

MINISTER:

. nd we offer you, Father, our sacrifice of thanks and praise. Send your Holy A Spirit on these gifts of bread and wine that they may become the Body and Blood of your Son, Jesus, our Lord and Redeemer. As we partake of this holy food of new and unending life, may your Holy Spirit establish us as a royal priesthood with the Blessed Virgin Mary, Blessed John the Baptist, Blessed George and all your sons and daughters who share in your eternal inheritance; Through Jesus Christ our Lord. With Him and in Him and through Him, by the power of the Holy Spirit, we worship you, Father Almighty, with all who stand before you in earth and heaven, in songs of everlasting praise:

ALL:

Blessing and honour and glory and power be yours for ever and ever. Amen.

THE LORD’S PRAYER

MINISTER:

As our Saviour has taught us, so we pray:

ALL:

Our Father, who 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 those who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen.

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THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD MINISTER: ALL:

God of promise, You have prepared a banquet for us.

Happy are those who are called to the supper of the Lamb.

THE INVITATION

MINISTER: ALL:

The Gifts of God for the People of God. .Our souls will feast and be satisfied, and we will sing glad songs of praise to Him. THE AGNUS DEI {said}

ALL:

Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: grant her rest.

Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: grant her rest.

Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: grant her rest eternal.

{All are welcome to Holy Communion. If you are baptized and receive The Lord’s Supper in your respective churches, you are welcome to partake of Christ’s Body and Blood here.} COMMUNION HYMNS HYMN...................................................LORD, ENTHRONED IN HEAVENLY SPLENDOUR Words: George H. Bourne, 1852 Music: ST. HELEN, George Martin, 1865

Lord, enthroned in heavenly splendour, First-begotten from the dead, Thou alone, our strong defender, Liftest up thy people’s head.

Alleluia, Alleluia, Jesu, true and living bread.

Here our humblest homage pay we, Here in loving reverence bow; Here for faith’s discernment pray we, Lest we fail to know thee now.

Alleluia, Alleluia, Thou art here, we ask not how.

Though the lowliest form doth veil thee As of old in Bethlehem, Here as there thine angels hail thee, Branch and Flower of Jesse’s Stem.

Alleluia, Alleluia,

We in worship join with them.

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Paschal Lamb, thine offering, finished Once for all when thou wast slain, In its fullness undiminished Shall for evermore remain, Alleluia, Alleluia, Cleansing souls from every stain.

Life-imparting heavenly Manna, Stricken Rock with streaming side, Heaven and earth with loud hosanna Worship thee, the Lamb who died, Alleluia, Alleluia, Risen, ascended, glorified.

HYMN.........................................................................................O JESUS, I HAVE PROMISED Words: : John F. Bode, 1868 Music: DAY OF REST, James William Elliott, 1915 O Jesus, I have promised To serve Thee to the end; Be Thou forever 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 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 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 Jesus, thou hast promised To all who follow Thee

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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 footprints, 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 Heav’n receive me, My Saviour and my friend.

COMMUNION SOLO.......................................................................HOW GREAT THOU ART Candace Bostwick, Soprano THE POST COMMUNION PRAYER MINISTER: ALL:

The Lord be with you.

And also with you

MINISTER: ALL:

Let us pray. .Almighty God, we thank You that in Your great love You have fed us with the spiritual food and drink of the Body and Blood of Your Son Jesus Christ, and have given us a foretaste of Your heavenly banquet. Grant that this Sacrament may be to us a comfort in affliction, and a pledge of our inheritance in that kingdom where there is no death, neither sorrow nor crying, but the fullness of joy with all Your saints, through Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen.

The congregation, including members of the family, stand and sing the post communion hymn: HYMN.................................................................................................I VOW TO THEE MY COUNTRY Words: Cecil Spring Rice, 1918 Music: THAXTED, Gustav Holst, 1917

I vow to thee, my country, all earthly things above, Entire and whole and perfect, the service of my love.

The love that asks no questions, the love that stands the test, That lays upon the altar the dearest and the best.

The love that never falters, the love that pays the price, The love that makes undaunted the final sacrifice.

And there’s another country, I’ve heard of long ago, Most dear to them that love her, most great to them that know.

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We may not count her armies; we may not see her King; Her fortress is a faithful heart, her pride is suffering.

And soul by soul and silently her shining bounds increase, And her ways are ways of gentleness, and all her paths are peace.

The congregation remains standing for the Commendation.

THE COMMENDATION The Commendation is the prayer in which “the community of faith” calls upon God’s mercy, commends the deceased into God’s hands and affirms its belief that the deceased, baptized into Christ will share in Christ’s victory over death - resurrection on the last day.

MINISTER:

Give rest, O Christ, to your servant ALMA AUGUSTA with your saints.

ALL:

Where sorrow and pain, are no more neither sighing, but life everlasting.

MINISTER:

You only are immortal, the creator and maker of mankind; and we are mortal, formed of the earth, and to earth shall we return. For so did you ordain when you created me saying, “You are dust, and to dust you shall return.” All of us go down to the dust; yet even at the grave we make our song: Alleluia! Alleluia!

Alleluia!

ALL:

Give rest, O Christ, to your servant ALMA AUGUSTA with your saints, where sorrow and pain are no more, neither sighing, but life everlasting.

MINISTER:

Let us commend our sister ALMA AUGUSTA to the mercy of God our Maker and Redeemer.

Deliver your servant ALMA AUGUSTA O Sovereign Lord Christ, from all evil, and set her free from every bond, that she may rest with all your saints in the eternal habitations; where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, one God for ever and ever.

ALL: Amen.

MINISTER:

Lord have mercy.

ALL:

Christ have mercy.

MINISTER:

Lord have mercy.

The Celebrant sprinkles the coffin with Holy Water to remind us that in the waters of Baptism, we were made members of Christ, children of God and inheritors of the Kingdom of Heaven. Next, he censes the remains. Incense is a symbol of the prayers of earth and heaven. (See Rev. 8:3,4)

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MINISTER:

Our Father,

ALL:

who 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 those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen.

MINISTER:

The Lord be with you.

ALL:

And also with you.

MINISTER: Let us pray.

Into Your hands, O merciful Saviour, we commend Your servant, ALMA AUGUSTA. Acknowledge, we humbly beseech you, a sheep of Your own fold, a lamb of Your own flock, a sinner of Your own redeeming. Receive her into the arms of Your mercy, in the blessed rest of everlasting peace, and into the glorious company of the saints in light.

ALL:

Amen.

MINISTER:

Rest eternal grant to her, O Lord.

ALL:

And let light perpetual shine upon her.

MINISTER:

May she rest in peace.

ALL:

Amen.

MINISTER:

May her soul and the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

ALL:

Amen.

The congregation remains standing for the singing of the National Anthem.

NATIONAL ANTHEM............................................................................. MARCH ON BAHAMALAND Words & Music Timothy Gibson (1903-1979) Lift up your head to the rising sun, Bahamaland; March on to glory your bright banners waving high.

See how the world marks the manner of your bearing!

Pledge to excel through love and unity.

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Pressing onward, march together to a common loftier goal; Steady sunward, tho’ the weather hide the wide and treacherous shoal.

Lift up your head to the rising sun, Bahamaland, ‘Til the road you’ve trod lead unto your God, March On, Bahamaland.

The Funeral Eucharist concludes with the singing of the recessional hymn.

HYMN..................................................................................................................FOR ALL THE SAINTS Words: William H. How Music: SINE NOMINE, Ralph Vaughn Williams, 1906 For all the saints, who from their labours rest, Who Thee by faith before the world confessed, Thy name, O Jesus, be forever blessed.

Alleluia, Alleluia!

Thou wast their rock, their fortress and their might; Thou, Lord, their captain in the well fought fight; Thou, in the darkness drear, Their one true Light.

Alleluia, Alleluia!

O blest communion, fellowship divine!

We feebly struggle, they in glory shine; For all are one in Thee, for all are Thine.

Alleluia, Alleluia!

O may Thy soldiers, faithful, true and bold, Fight as the saints who nobly fought of old, And win with them the victor’s crown of gold.

Alleluia, Alleluia!

And when the strife is fierce, the warfare long, Steals on the ear the distant triumph song, And hearts are brave, again, and arms are strong.

Alleluia, Alleluia!

The golden evening brightens in the west; Soon, soon to faithful warriors comes their rest; Sweet is the calm of paradise the blessed.

Alleluia, Alleluia!

But lo! there breaks a yet more glorious day; The saints triumphant rise in bright array; The King of glory passes on His way.

Alleluia, Alleluia!

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From earth’s wide bounds, from ocean’s farthest coast, Through gates of pearl streams in the countless host, Singing to Father, Son and Holy Ghost: Alleluia, Alleluia!

As the body is borne from the cathedral, the following sentences are read by the Minister: Christ is risen from the dead, trampling down death by death, and giving life to those in the tomb.

The Son of Righteousness is gloriously risen, giving light to those who sat in darkness and in the shadow of death.

The Lord will guide our feet into the way of peace, having taken away the sin of the world.

Christ will open the kingdom of heaven to all who believe in his Name, saying, “Come, O Blessed of my Father; inherit the kingdom prepared for you.”

Into paradise may the angels lead you. At your coming may the martyrs receive you, and bring you into the Holy City, Jerusalem.

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THE COMMITTAL (Graveside Ceremony) MINISTER: Everyone the Father gives to me will come to me: I will never turn away anyone who believes in me.

He who raised Jesus Christ from the dead will also give new life to our mortal bodies through His indwelling Spirit.

My heart, therefore, is glad, and my spirit rejoices; my body also shall rest in hope.

You will show me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy, and in your right hand are pleasures for evermore.

I heard a voice from heaven saying “Write this: Happy are the dead who die in the faith of Christ! Henceforth,” says the Spirit “they may rest from their labours: for they take with them the record of their deeds.

Man born of a woman has but a short time to live. Like a flower he blossoms and then withers; like a shadow he flees and never stays.

In the midst of life, we are in death; to whom can we turn for help, but to you, Lord, who are justly angered by our sins?

Lord God, holy and mighty, holy and immortal, holy and most merciful Saviour, deliver us from the bitter pains of eternal death. You know the secrets of our hearts: In your mercy hear our prayer, forgive us our sins, and at our last hour let us not fall away from you.

MINISTER: As the earth is cast upon the coffin, the minister says:

ALL:

In sure and certain hope of resurrection to eternal life through our Lord Jesus Christ, we commend to Almighty God our sister ALMA AUGUSTA and we commit her body to the ground; earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust. And we beseech you in your infinite goodness to give us grace to live in your dear love and to die in your favour that when your well-beloved Son shall come again in judgement both this our sister and we ourselves may be found acceptable in your sight. Grant this for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

MINISTER: ALL:

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

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MINISTER:

Let us pray.

MINISTER:

Almighty God, with whom still live the spirits of those who die in the Lord, and with whom the souls of the faithful are in joy and felicity; we give you heartfelt thanks for the good examples of all your servants, who, having finished their course in faith, now find rest and refreshment. May we, with all who have died in the true faith of your holy Name, have perfect fulfilment and bliss in your eternal and everlasting glory, through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

ALL: MINISTER:

ALL: MINISTER:

Merciful God, Father of our Lord Jesus Christ who is the resurrection and the life: Receive that blessing which your well-beloved Son shall then pronounce: “Come, you blessed of my Father, receive the kingdom prepared for you from the beginning of the world.” Grant this, O merciful Father, through Jesus Christ, our Mediator and Redeemer.

Amen.

ALL:

Grant, O Lord, to all who are bereaved the Spirit of faith and courage, that they may have the strength to meet the days to come with steadfastness and patience; not sorrowing as those without hope, but in thankful remembrance of your great goodness, and in the joyful expectation of eternal life with those they love. And this we ask in the Name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

MINISTER: ALL:

Rest eternal grant to her, O Lord.

And let light perpetual shine upon her.

MINISTER: ALL:

May she and all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Amen.

MINISTER: ALL:

The Lord bless her and keep her; the Lord make his face to shine upon her and be gracious unto her. The Lord lift up his countenance upon her and give her peace.

Amen.

MINISTER: ALL:

Alleluia! Christ is risen.

The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.

MINISTER: ALL:

Let us go forth in the name of Christ.

Thanks be to God.

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HYMN....................................................................... ABIDE WITH ME! FAST FALLS THE EVENTIDE Words: Henry F. Lyte, 1847 Music: EVENTIDE, William H. Monk, 1861 Abide with me! fast falls the eventide; The darkness thickens. Lord with me abide.

When other helpers fail, and comforts flee, Help of the helpless, O abide with me!

Swift to its close ebbs out life’s little day; Earth’s joys grow dim, its glories pass away; Change and decay in all around I see; O Thou who changest not, abide with me!

I need Thy presence every passing hour.

What but Thy grace can foil the tempter’s power?

Who like Thyself my guide and stay can be?

Through cloud and sunshine, O abide with me!

I fear no foe with Thee at hand to bless: Ills have no weight, and tears no bitterness.

Where is death’s sting? Where, grave, thy victory?

I triumph still, if Thou abide with me.

Hold Thou Thy cross before my closing eyes; Shine through the gloom, and point me to the skies; Heav’n’s morning breaks, and earth’s vain shadows flee: In life, in death, Lord, abide with me!

HYMN.............................................................................................................................. IT IS FINISHED Words: William J. Gaither Music: THERE’S A LINE, Gloria Gaither There’s a line that is drawn through the ages On that line stands an old rugged cross On that cross, a battle is raging To gain a man’s soul or its loss.

Refrain It is finished, the battle is over It is finished, there’ll be no more war It is finished, the end of the conflict It is finished and Jesus is Lord.

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On one side, march the forces of evil All the demons and devils of hell On the other, the angels of glory And they meet on Golgotha’s hill.

The earth shakes with the force of the conflict And the sun refuses to shine For there hangs God’s son, in the balance And then through the darkness he cries.

HYMN....................................................................................................... THAT GLAD REUNION DAY Words & Music: Adger M. Pace There’s a city of light Where there cometh no night ‘Tis a city of beauty untold Shadows all will have flown I will meet friends I’ve known When I come to that city of gold.

Refrain When I leave all trouble and care I will say good morning up there; I will have great gladness untold; When I get to that city of gold.

There’s no sorrow up there In that city so fair And no sickness can enter I’m told All my treasures are there And it’s beauty I’ll share When I get to that city of gold.

Won’t you go there with me To the home of the free Would you see heaven’s beauty unfold If you will come along We will sing heaven’s song When we get to that city of gold.

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HYMN.....................................................................................................................IT’S ALRIGHT NOW There was a time I travelled A lonely sinful road Beneath a heavy burden bending low But now all things are different For Jesus look my load It’s alright now, I am his own.

Refrain It’s alright now for I am in my Savior’s care It’s alright now my Saviour hears and answers prayer He’ll walk beside me til I climb the heavenly stair And everything is alright now.

A down a lonely pathway Without a friend to guide I walked in sin and sorrow all alone ‘Till Jesus came and found me And drew me to his side It’s alright now for I’m his own.

No more in sin I wander No more in darkness roam The Lord has placed my feet on higher ground Each day new heights I’m gaining My soul is nearing home It’s alright now I’m heaven bound.

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Message of Condolences from THE HON. FREDERICK A. MITCHELL, M.P.

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas As we mourn the passing of a stellar Bahamian, the late H.E. Alma A. Adams, we reflect on the numerous, invaluable contributions which she made to the educational, political and diplomatic spheres of Bahamian society and the many lives she so graciously touched.

Ambassador Adams was an exemplary educator whose passion for teaching was made manifest in her love for imparting knowledge and in ensuring that those whom she taught strove to attain the highest standards of excellence. As a true Bahamian nationalist and consummate diplomat, she understood the significance of national service both at home and abroad, having served with distinction as the sixth Bahamian female to be appointed to the Senate in 1987, followed by her diplomatic tenure as the second female Consul General of The Bahamas to Miami, Florida in 1999, and her subsequent Foreign Service post as the pioneering female Ambassador of The Bahamas to the Republic of Cuba in 2012.

As the founding Chancellor of The Bahamas Alrae Ramsey Institute of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Adams was instrumental in building a firm foundation for budding Foreign Service Officers desirous of pursuing a career in Foreign Affairs and Diplomacy.

Ambassador’s lifelong mission was admirable. She had an abiding faith in God and was selflessly committed to her family and countrymen.

Today, it is with deep sadness that I, on behalf of the entire Ministry of Foreign Affairs, extend heartfelt condolences to the family of the late H.E. Alma Adams. May you find comfort in the profound message conveyed in Isaiah 41:10, which reads, “Fear thou not, for I am with thee; Be not dismayed, for I am thy God. I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.”

May the soul of the late H.E. Alma Adams rest in eternal peace and rise in glory.

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Royal Bahamas Police Force Royal Bahamas Defence Force

- Parliamentary Pallbearers -

The Hon. Keith Bell, MP The Hon. Pia Glover, MP Sen. Hon. Barry Griffin The Hon. Lisa Rahming, MP

Senator Darren Henfield Senator Maxine Seymour Mr. Adrian White Senator Michaela Barnett-Ellis

- Honorary Pallbearers -

Allan F. Ingraham E. Anton Minnis Joann Reckley

- Family Pallbearers -

Vasco Bastian Kendall Hepburn Hervis L. Bain

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS It is with deep gratitude that we say thank you to The Government of The Bahamas, The Cabinet Office, Government Printing Department, The Royal Bahamas Police Force, The Royal Bahamas Defence Force and The Staff of Bethel Brothers.

We extend heartful thanks to all of you for your support, prayers, calls, kind gestures and words of encouragement. We pray for God’s protection and blessings on each of you.

– The Family

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