BY ALICE T CAMPBELL
The Lauru (Choiseul Province) community in Honiara held a Thanksgiving service at Wesley United Church yesterday, marking preparations for the 35th anniversary of the province’s Second Appointed Day.
The service, led by church Chairman Mr Sheperd Lapoe and the youth choir, celebrated the ongoing journey of Choiseul Province since its establishment as a separate province from Western Province in 1992.
Speaking at the event, Reverend Kedrick Kasa said thanksgiving is not just an annual event, but a spiritual attitude that every Christian carries in their life.
“Gratitude connects people together and strengthens remembrance within our communities and province,” he said.
The theme for the service was “The Act of Gratitude: Celebrating Unity, Honouring Ourselves, and Embracing Our Future.”
Mr Lapoe extended special thanks to Reverend Kasa, church elders, Choiseul community members, and the congregation for their attendance and support. Their presence contributed to the success of the service and reflected the strong unity within the community.
The service concluded with the singing of the Choiseul Provincial Anthem by Mr Lapoe.
The Thanksgiving service also served as a lead-in to key activities planned this week to coincide with the Second Appointed Day, including cultural performances, community gatherings, and other celebratory events scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday at Point Cruz.
The Lauru Second Appointed Day, celebrated annually on February 25, commemorates the province’s local government establishment and independence from Western Province, with the 34th anniversary in 2025 featuring a three-day celebration in Honiara.
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