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Reflections from Jamaica Thursday, March 7, 2013
Name: Emilie Bortz Institution: Moravian College Year: Sophomore First time participant in the Jamaica service trip. If there's one thing I absolutely have to write about, it would have to be the island energy. Everyone I meet is enthusiastic about our visits. The community in Jamaica is so unlike home; everyone is a friend. Even within our Moravian group, the island is getting to us. We feel energized. Everyone is trying new foods, willing to take on all types of roles during projects, and soak up as much culture (and sun) as we can. This is Jamaica time. No fear! Name: Alex Irwin Institution: Moravian College Year: Sophomore First time participant in the Jamaica service trip. This has been an incredible trip so far. The people here are so kind and friendly. I've gotten so used to the kindness of the Jamaicans that when we went to YS falls and saw Americas I was shocked that they did not say "Hi!" and wave to us! Jamaica is so beautiful! Everything is bright and vibrant here! Helping the people here makes me so happy because they deserve it more than anyone. I am so glad I decided to take this trip. I am finding myself here. Laura / 0 comments |
About the Adventure When: March 2-9, 2013 Where: Westmoreland, Jamaica What: 12 Moravian College students plus another 6 members of the college and seminary community will participate in a week of community service in some of the poorest areas in the western region of Jamaica. The work projects for the week include painting an orphanage, two elementary schools, and a youth camping facility. Schedule: Departure from the HUB at 1:00am on Saturday morning for a 6:00am flight on Caribbean Airlines from New York JFK International Airport. The first two days will provide opportunities to visit beaches, tour a typical tourist resort, and the option of worship on Sunday morning. Monday through Friday provides a routine for work projects in the mornings and early afternoons. Late afternoons include trips to the beach and other attractions, ending with evening reflection sessions. There will be campfires, climbing waterfalls, craft shopping at the market, and an abundance of Jamaican cuisine. Blog Archives |
