St Kitts RC branch welcome new members in enrollment service

The St Kitts branch of the St Kitts and Nevis Red Cross Society held an impressive Enrollment Service May 6 at its Horsford Road headquarters.

This function was held to officially enlist 126 members from various districts within the branch into the Red Cross fraternity. Rev E Christopher offered prayers and words of wisdom to the gathering.

The service was graced with the presence of the Deputy Prime Minister, the Hon. Sam Condor, who delivered the feature address. He praised the efforts of the Red Cross in providing a viable alternative for youth and pledged the support of the Government as it relates to the work of the Society.

In her remarks, St Kitts and Nevis RC President, Mrs. Gwen Nisbett underscored the remarkable role played by some of the key members of the Red Cross and urged the newly enrolled to pattern their involvement after these individuals.

Mrs. Natalie Fough, Branch Director, gave an overview of the Brontie Welsh Award - an award usually given to members who demonstrated significant and outstanding involvement in activities such as first aid, HIV peer education, water safety and disaster related activities.

Members of the youth Red Cross entertained the appreciative audience. At the end of the service, the Branch honoured long serving member, 82-year old Mrs. Mary Bowry.

Refreshments were served and the gathering departed after what was described as a very enjoyable experience.