IslandSon ministries evolved from what we realize now was a God inspired meeting during an annual vacation - to semi-annual missions trips - to a full time ministry. With the overwhelming support of the leaders and congregation of the Richmond Alliance Church, in November 2008 Elsie and I were allowed to deliver Bibles and show the Jesus film to a grade one class in a rural Jamaican school. During a subsequent visit in April 2009, a group of six Christians from RAC were given the opportunity to spend three days at the same school and run a Vacation Bible School program for two primary classes, spend time with the grade nine students and give out bibles. November 2009 saw a group of 14, made up of several youth and members of RAC and two other churches, attend Mount Grace Primary and Junior High School in Burnt Savannah Jamaica for six days. During this time we were given unlimited access to all classes and grades. We were blessed to share the Gospel freely with each of the 540 students and teachers through VBS, programs for the teen girls, and work experience for the teen boys. Thanks to the generosity of the people of RAC and others we have delivered over 2,000 lbs of school supplies, including tools for an industrial arts program, books, electronic equipment, office supplies, and money to help with funding of an agricultural course; but above all, we have shared the love of Jesus Christ and the gift of Salvation.

The Chairman of the Board of Education visited our last day at the school in November to thank the team and ask us to please continue with the ministry we had begun. His words echoed our own “If we make a difference in one child’s life, it is worth all the effort”

“I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in Heaven over one sinner who repents than over the ninety-nine who do not need to repent”. Luke 15:7.

The Member of Parliament for that district has also shown interest in what has been taking place and also expressed his willingness to help in any way he can.

When we realized both the great need and the support we have from within Jamaica, it became clear to us that if we could do this for one school we could do it for more. We have begun working with the full blessing and co-operation of the Board of Education to identify other schools that would benefit from a program like the one at Mount Grace. Our goal is to facilitate an “Adopt a School" project, matching schools like Mount Grace with Christian organizations from Canada. The business proposal that will be used to facilitate this program is being written at this time. We pray that Richmond Alliance Church will continue it’s ministry at Mount Grace School and we will strive to bring at least two missions teams to this school each year.

We will be initiating other projects in the community of Cave Valley  such as a morning break style program for the women and a home group for couples so we can begin to minister to the families in the area.  Please pray for us as we seek God's direction in these endeavors.

Thank you, Frank

IslandSon Ministries is a registered  non-profit, Christian organization ministering in Jamaica since 2008. We are based in Hanover parish, on the north west  coast of the island. IslandSon ministers through local primary schools, churches and numerous outreach projects . The mission center  is open six days a week for the neighbourhood people to come and fellowship. It will also be a safe place for people to just come and have a cold drink and cookie. We will  be there to help them learn  to help themselves and each other in a community atmosphere.This will provide us with an opportunity to share our faith with the local people.

Our main consideration is to ensure that we can supply enough food and clothing for those most in need.In order to accomplish this we have instituted a number of programs including funding a school lunch program at Cave Valley all ages school. This program ensures that all students will be able to have a healthy lunch and for some it is the only substantial meal of the day. Secondly we have a constant supply of food at the mission house that we distribute where the greatest need is. Clothing that has been donated from churches in Canada and the U.S. is also distributed to those families who need such items the most. Since many students are required to attend school at a great distance from their homes we also assist some with taxi fare on a daily basis to alow them to regulary attend classes. Many families are in desperate situations and choice must be made to either pay rent and eat or send their children to school.  

We are hoping to host international short term missions teams from churches and Christian organizations. The groups will minister in schools, sharing the Gospel using tools such as Vacation Bible School programs, spending time with the children and teachers. Community outreach projects include, homes repairs, bible study groups, children's playdays and beach excusions.