Christmas Message from President of the Democratic Labour Party Wishes Barbadians Merry Christmas and Prosperous New Year

Christmas Message from President of the Democratic Labour Party Dr Ronnie Yearwood

My fellow Barbadians

Along with my wife Lucy and our son Solomon, and on behalf of my beloved Democratic Labour Party, I wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

Today, as we celebrate the birth of the redeeming light of the world, Jesus, let us do so in the spirit of love and unity.

Christmas offers us the chance to embody God’s love by treating each other as brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather with family and friends to exchange presents and savour festive meals, let us embrace the spirit of a Bajan Christmas.

I take pride in passing on the spirit of a Bajan Christmas to my son and sharing it with my wife and family, as it holds a special place in our hearts. I know many of you share this sentiment, celebrating Christmas with the excitement that comes from being with family and friends, and the youthfulness Christmas brings out in all of us.

However, we know this year has been hard for many, and in acknowledging the challenges faced this season, let us extend a helping hand to those less fortunate. I hope that all Barbadians can celebrate this Christmas with some, even if small, measure of comfort. As times are extremely hard for many families in our country, I implore those of you who have just that little bit more, to share with generosity and compassion. Sharing at Christmas is also a tradition that we should never lose as we are our brother’s and sister’s keeper, which is at the heart of a strong and prosperous society.

Christmas is a time for hope, and my prayer is that God provides you with comfort, strength, and the promise that tomorrow will be brighter. Let us embrace the faith and wisdom found in the Book of Matthew Chapter 6, trusting in the Almighty God who cares for us and meets our needs.

Having listened to your concerns during this year, it is my singular focus and commitment to make life easier for every Barbadian. As a leader representing all Bajans, I commit to putting you, your family, your community, and your needs at the centre of a government I would lead. Together, I want to partner and work with all of you to create a country that is prosperous again. We in the Democratic Labour Party envision a country where family and community are at the centre of Barbadian life, as I have personally seen how family and community in all its forms can be the foundation of success.