CHRISTMAS MESSAGE BY THE HONOURABLE PRIME MINISTER
BRIGADIER (RET’D) MARK PHILLIPS
Christmas finds us once again as we gather to spend quality time with our loved ones. Our world often moves so quickly and loudly, yet this season invites us to slow down and remember why this day has endured for centuries.
Today, Christians across Guyana and around the world commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ, a child born in humility. He arrived quietly but with a profound message: that love and service matter more than status, and that light can emerge even in the most uncertain moments. This is a message that still speaks to us.
Christmas in Guyana is defined by tradition and togetherness. It is found in early-morning church services, in familiar hymns sung with conviction, and in the simple but meaningful traditions, like our pepperpot, our garlic pork, our visits to family members old and young, our masquerade, our sorrel and mauby drinks and even the neighbourhood gatherings where Christmas music blasts all day through the streets. These are warm traditions passed down through generations, and they hold us together as a country and as a people.
This season also reminds us that faith is something we live even outside of our places of worship. The Christmas story calls us to generosity and to care for the vulnerable and less fortunate. These are values that must guide our conduct long after the decorations are put away.
While Guyana continues to experience growth and opportunity, Christmas urges us to remember that progress must always have a human face, because our prosperity has meaning only when it strengthens families, uplifts communities, and creates dignity for every citizen. Our responsibility to one another must, therefore, always prevail.
At this time, we are especially mindful of those who face hardship, such as families dealing with loss, illness, or uncertainty. May this season move us beyond words and into action to support these people in this season and beyond. Let us remember to give a kind gesture, a listening ear, or a helping hand, which reflects the very spirit of Christ’s life and teachings.
As we celebrate the birth of Christ, may His example inspire us to live with integrity, compassion, and humility, and may it remind us that unity is a daily choice.
On behalf of the Government of Guyana and my family, I extend sincere Christmas greetings to every Guyanese household. May your homes be filled with peace, your gatherings with warmth, and your hearts with hope.
May the message of Christmas guide us today and every day.
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