CSI mission teams have been serving in Jamaica since the mid-1970s with full-time staff since 1988.
During this time thousands of Jamaicans have been ministered to through close, personal interaction with team members. Each ministry project, from VBS to work projects, is intended to deepen a team member’s relationship with the Lord, while also building relationships with fellow team members, missionaries, and the Jamaicans with whom they closely work.
Our focus is to work through the local church no matter the outreach. When working with the churches we naturally create relationships within the community. These new relationships are then introduced to the local church when a short-term team departs from the country. This gives the church the opportunity to walk with these individuals to encourage, disciple and train. Together with the church we also partner with the local health ministry, social services (Pringle Girls Home), schools and individuals. These opportunities open the door for the team to not only strengthen these agencies with a project or teaching but most importantly, build relationships with people.
There is so much to do and many ways to help! Construction projects in Jamaica can be matched to any skill level or experience. CSI has been building small houses since 1988 (we have built over 750!) and there is no shortage of need for good housing. Any skill level can build a house when led by our Jamaican construction staff. Further, we love to partner with churches, schools, children’s homes, nursing homes and health centers to help them meet their goals of being impactful and effective with the people they serve. From painting and cleanup to repairs or adding new additions we can match your group to a project that fits you well. If you have technical expertise such as plumbing, electrical, block laying or general construction let us know so that we may put you in a place to use your skills. Never forget, that the project is needed, but it is also a great tool to get us in communities to meet people. Part of the building is putting down the hammer and paintbrush to spend a bit of time listening and sharing with your new friends!
There are many students who struggle to attend school regularly in Jamaica. Families often lack bus fare, uniform and book funds, lunch money or basic school supplies. By supporting a student for $30 per month a student will receive a backpack with school supplies and funds for school essentials. The funds are channelled through the local guidance counsellors at each school and delivered monthly. Reports of the student's progress are provided periodically. There are so many opportunities in Jamaica for those who develop skills academically and in the trades. Supporting a student allows a young person to break the poverty cycle for themselves and potentially their entire family!
Bringing people closer to Christ through short-term missions is our passion. Some love building a small house or repairing a church sharing about Jesus as they hammer and paint. Others have a passion for community outreach using their skills and talents to share through Bible Study, Vacation Bible School, Prayer Walks, Sports Outreach, Sewing classes, and so much more. You may find yourself with a local pastor or CSI missionary in “path evangelism”, helping conduct a DadCamp, praying with patients at a hospital or distributing food with a church’s outreach
Bringing people closer to Christ through short-term missions since 1967.
CSI Ministries is a short-term mission organization serving in Jamaica, Belize, the United States, Guatemala, and beyond. We want to see people empowered in their humanity through the local church and we do that through our numerous projects including building homes and providing solutions for those impacted by natural disasters and systemic neglect. As a result, seeing new spiritual life begins with people hearing about their need for Jesus Christ as their Saviour.
Pray for the safety, spiritual growth, and blessings of our missionaries, CSI staff, volunteers, and interns, as they work to transform lives in Jamaica.
Have questions or want more information about GCF or our projects? Contact us, and we’d love to help!
Since 2002, The Great Commission Foundation has enabled ministry projects to thrive by providing charity admin expertise and guidance while promoting collaboration in fulfilling the Great Commission.
