Jamaica Immersion 2015
Share the Joy of Mission
In April of 2015 a group of missionaries mostly from California left the comfort and familiarity of their homes to embark on an adventure, to discover the sacred presence of God in the people of Jamaica.
Like the 70 disciples that Jesus sent ahead of him to the towns and villages he intended to visit, this group returned rejoicing, eager to tell their stories and to encourage others to go and see how God is present in the lives and hearts of the people of Jamaica. These are their stories.
The Maryknoll Mission Immersion Program provides parish ministers,
DREs and catechists with a unique mission experience.
MISSION GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Experience God in new unexpected places
Build relationships with people of different cultures
Learn new ways to ignite the fire of missio in parish
Become a living witness of the Gospel
PROGRAM:
Pre-trip orientation
Visits to local schools and children’s programs
Home and community visits with families
Professional development
Post-trip debriefing and reflection
Continuing education credits