Mission Trips Change Lives

Mission Trips Change Lives

I have always had a heart to serve on an international mission trip. But I never really felt called. 2 years ago, my husband, Dave, and I went to Jamaica on vacation. We witnessed only a small part of what life there is really like. Coming back to the states we...
Why do bad things happen to innocent children?

Why do bad things happen to innocent children?

Why do bad things happen to innocent children? Why are children born into difficulty; some of it so bad that we can’t adequately describe it? Babies are left in dumpsters, left beside the road in garbage bags, or left alone inside a house all day…abandoned, afraid,...
Meet Mr. Burke

Meet Mr. Burke

It is such a great feeling living here in Jamaica and serving in this new capacity as Director of Operations for Jamaica Relief Ministries – Jamaica. I’ll use this opportunity to highlight the work of those who have served before me. Job well done! Jamaica...
How do I leave without my heart?

How do I leave without my heart?

Hey! I’m Ashley, and I’m an Auntie here at JRM. Well, for one more week, that is. When asked if I would write for our newsletter, I didn’t really jump at the chance because my heart doesn’t feel like it’s at a place to write “newslettery” things. But I can tell you a...
Sometimes you just need someone to care

Sometimes you just need someone to care

When Jason* came to Little Miracles Children’s Home, the lack of development in his motor skills were an issue for him. He was also mostly non-verbal, so his frustration would come out through anger by hitting others, throwing fits, and generally shutting down....
Generational change for Families

Generational change for Families

JRM’s Family Connect program helps families with a safe place to live together. After 13 years, Rosalee’s* spouse left her with 4 young children to care for. Due to a lack of resources, the children were not able to return to school. Along with this, one of the...