St Lucia’s 38th Independence anniversary will be held under the theme, “I am St Lucian” Minister in the Department of Culture, Fortuna Belrose, says this year’s celebration will focus heavily on encouraging spirituality, given the social issues that confront the island. A national day of prayer will be held on 17th February as part of the official calendar of activities. A “Prayer, Praise and Worship Celebration” will also be held on 19th February. Some of the major highlights of this year’s celebration also include a Youth Expose on the 21st February and the event which the Committee calls, Best of St Lucia celebrations. The Ministry is urging all St Lucians to show the national pride by partaking in the many activities slated for the anniversary of Independence.