The St Boniface Church was started on November 27,1960, to serve the spiritual needs of Anglicans in the newly-developed Harbour View Housing Scheme, Established initially as a Mission of The St. Michael’s Cure’ its services and Sunday School classes were conducted in the homes of two members until 1966, when the Harbour View Primary School became the new venue for worship.
On Ash Wednesday, February 24, 1970,
the Diocesan Bishop, the Rt.. Rev’d. J. Cyril Swaby, dedicated the new St. Boniface Church building, constructed on approximately a 2 1/2 acres of land between the Gypsum Company and the new Donald Quarrie Comprehensive High School, on The St Thomas Main Road.

Extending the Mission

The St. Boniface Church, Harbour View, is extending its mission into the 21st Century as an agent of spiritual, physical and human development. Its main objectives are:

• To fulfill The Lord’s mandate to make disciples of all men

• To bring Christ to the neighboring communities through active involvement in a holistic programme of  development and assistance.

• To promote social improvement and change, against the background of economic decline and eroding social values

 In order to effectively implement the proposed development programme, the St. Boniface community is upgrading flue Church building, which it has used for the past 30 years. The project, which will cost an estimated J$36.5 million, will be undertaken in two phases and will involve:

• Construction of a new Church to seal 650 persons, with an internal Baptismal Pool, Administrative Block,  Conference Room and Columbarium

• Refurbishing of the present building to create a multi purpose complex

Life Enrichment

The Church will expand its Life Enrichment Programmes for residents of Harbour View, Caribbean Terrace, Bayshore Park, Melbrook Heights, Shooter’s Hill, Port Royal, Rockfort, Copacobona, Camrose, Bayview and Bull Bay.

 Initiatives will include:

• A Homework/Information Centre
 To encourage the discipline o studying and assist students preparing for examination,.

• An Adult Literacy Programme 
To improve literacy in the target communities.

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• A Small Appliance. Repairs Programme.
 To provide skills training and income earning opportunities for young persons

• A Health Care. Programme
To encourage healthy lifestyles, especially among the elderly and young adults

• A Family Life Programme  to promote stable family relationships

• A Keep Fit/Aerobics Programme
to encourage exercise as a vital  part of healthy living

 • A Music and Cultural Development Programme
to enrich worship and provide a constructive outlet for talented youth.

Service Ministry

The outreach programme at St. Boniface Church has improved life for many persons in the community, especially youth.

• Basic School:

Housed on the church complex since 1992,. the St. Boniface Basic School provides a sound educational foundation for 3- 5 year old children. It is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Culture, and has approximately 100 students on roll.

• Educational Assistance

The Muriel McGraham Scholarship Fund and the Education and Health Trust Fund have helped more than 100 young persons to achieve their educational goals.

• Health Care

Hundreds of citizens have benefited from the Health Care Unit’s monthly clinic in Bull Bay. Its health fairs in the wider community provide access to range of medical services, at minimal cost.

• Community Service

A weekly feeding programme for the indigent and the development of parenting skills are  among the community support initiatives implemented by the Mothers’ Union and the Brotherhood of St Andrew.

• Special Projects:

 The Support Network for Grieving Persons and the Mentorship Programme are part of a new thrust by the Church to respond to the needs of the community

• Youth Development

The Anglican Youth Fellowship, the Youth Choir, the Severs’ Guild and the Sunday School are helping young people in the Church to develop leadership and organizational skills, nurture their musical talents and learn the true value of service to others.

.Music

The Youth Choir is renowned for its excellent choral renditions, and maintains the Church’s rich musical tradition.

• Spiritual Development:

The Christian Fellowship Units, the Bible Study and Prayer Circle, as well as other Church organizations, enrich spiritual life in the community, and provide emotional support for many persons