13 Nov 2025, 09:18Roger Charles
Tottenham Lighthouse leads out in Remembrance service at World War 1 Memorial Cenotaph
Tottenham Lighthouse leads out in Remembrance service at World War 1 Memorial Cenotaph.
The Tottenham community gathered at the West Green WW1 Memorial Cenotaph on Sunday 10th November for a moving Remembrance Sunday service, honouring those who lost their lives in the First and Second World Wars.
The event was attended by the Deputy Mayor of Haringey, Councillor Michelle Simmons-Safo, Councillor Barbara Blake, local clergy, the Haringey Sea Cadets, Wood Green SDA and Tottenham Lighthouse pathfinders under the leadership of Marsha and Tanesha James, Carolyn Wisey and Trudy'Ann Lewis , representatives from Forks & Green Restaurant, and families of war veterans and victims from both World Wars.
A two-minute silence was observed, followed by poetry readings and prayers led by clergy and community representatives.
Mike Swain, a local West Green resident who presented the history of the Cenotaph was instrumental in restoring the Cenotaph whose brother is one of the West Green Soldiers who died in the war.
In her address, Deputy Mayor Councillor Simmons-Safo reminded attendees that remembrance reaches far beyond grieving families in Europe. She paid tribute to the Windrush Generation and to those from the Caribbean, Asia, and other minority communities who fought and died alongside their European comrades.
"Lest we forget - people of colour, too, gave their lives for freedom" she said.
After the ceremony, attendees gathered at the Tottenham Lighthouse Church Hall which was buzzing with conversations and tasty culinary delights. The local minister, Dr Jude Jeanville and community Services leader, Sophie Charles engaged the guests who expressed their deep appreciation for the refreshments and warm reception they experienced at the church.
Members of the local community police also joined the event, showing their ongoing support for the church's community work.
The Tottenham Lighthouse Seventh-day Adventist Church has expanded its outreach efforts from its thrice-weekly Food Hub and Sharing the Love programme to now offering three evening meals per week to over one thousand local residents.
The police have made a commitment to show a soft presence during the churches increased outdoor programmes.
"Remembrance is not only about looking back - it's about carrying forward the values of service, sacrifice and compassion," said a church spokeperson. "We are proud to work alongside our local community to keep that spirit alive."
The Tottenham Lighthouse Seventh-day Adventist Church remains committed to supporting the Borough of Haringey and ensuring the message of remembrance continues to inspire future generations, Lest We Forget.
Roger Charles
Photography by Junior Soyam
Tottenham Lighthouse leads out in Remembrance service at World War 1 Memorial Cenotaph.
The Tottenham community gathered at the West Green WW1 Memorial Cenotaph on Sunday 10th November for a moving Remembrance Sunday service, honouring those who lost their lives in the First and Second World Wars.
The event was attended by the Deputy Mayor of Haringey, Councillor Michelle Simmons-Safo, Councillor Barbara Blake, local clergy, the Haringey Sea Cadets, Wood Green SDA and Tottenham Lighthouse pathfinders under the leadership of Marsha and Tanesha James, Carolyn Wisey and Trudy'Ann Lewis , representatives from Forks & Green Restaurant, and families of war veterans and victims from both World Wars.
A two-minute silence was observed, followed by poetry readings and prayers led by clergy and community representatives.
Mike Swain, a local West Green resident who presented the history of the Cenotaph was instrumental in restoring the Cenotaph whose brother is one of the West Green Soldiers who died in the war.
In her address, Deputy Mayor Councillor Simmons-Safo reminded attendees that remembrance reaches far beyond grieving families in Europe. She paid tribute to the Windrush Generation and to those from the Caribbean, Asia, and other minority communities who fought and died alongside their European comrades.
"Lest we forget - people of colour, too, gave their lives for freedom" she said.
After the ceremony, attendees gathered at the Tottenham Lighthouse Church Hall which was buzzing with conversations and tasty culinary delights. The local minister, Dr Jude Jeanville and community Services leader, Sophie Charles engaged the guests who expressed their deep appreciation for the refreshments and warm reception they experienced at the church.
Members of the local community police also joined the event, showing their ongoing support for the church's community work.
The Tottenham Lighthouse Seventh-day Adventist Church has expanded its outreach efforts from its thrice-weekly Food Hub and Sharing the Love programme to now offering three evening meals per week to over one thousand local residents.
The police have made a commitment to show a soft presence during the churches increased outdoor programmes.
"Remembrance is not only about looking back - it's about carrying forward the values of service, sacrifice and compassion," said a church spokeperson. "We are proud to work alongside our local community to keep that spirit alive."
The Tottenham Lighthouse Seventh-day Adventist Church remains committed to supporting the Borough of Haringey and ensuring the message of remembrance continues to inspire future generations, Lest We Forget.
Roger Charles
Photography by Junior Soyam
