Vacation with a Purpose

MISSION JAMAICA

Traveling January 17–24, 2026

What is Mission Jamaica?
Mission Jamaica is a short-term “vacation with a purpose” trip that began at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, Mahtomedi, Minnesota, in 1989. The first mission team served at Hope Valley Experimental School, Kingston, with 19 missionaries. Since that time, over 40 other congregations and several colleges from all over the country have joined together to continue the mission. Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd has been on 14 trips with Mission Jamaica since they began partnering together in 2005.

Mission Jamaica Brochure 2026 (printable)

Why join a Mission Jamaica team?
Jesus said, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind, and with all your strength. You shall love your neighbor as yourself. – Mark 12:30-31

See how God is at work in another part of the world, and put faith into action through service.
Build friendships and help sustan on-going change for Jamaicans in need.
Reflect on your faith and values, poverty, service, justice, while being God’s hands and feet.
Spend your vacation money on a good cause.

Costs, Dates, & Deadlines

June 1, 2025

$150 Deposit Due to Reserve Your Spot

Register for Mission Jamaica
October 1, 2025

Final Payment Due—Estimated Total Cost $2,300

Register for Mission Jamaica
January 17–24, 2026

Be God’s Hands and Feet in Jamaica!

Mission Jamaica Official Website