RAISE trips are meticulously designed to provide an immersive cross-cultural experience. Participants engage in successful community development ministries, challenging their beliefs and assumptions about the lives of the materially poor and missions work in general. These trips offer transformative opportunities for participants.

The primary objective of each trip is to raise awareness about the vital work being conducted in Highgate and encourage participants to fully embrace the opportunities presented. We believe the goal of development endeavors is to collaborate with the aim of enhancing the well-being of others, rather than solely concentrating on the completion of a specific project. Each trip focuses on the following key areas:

**Spiritual and Personal Development** Participants witness the transformative power of Jesus in the lives of the poor and among themselves. Through stretching and challenging experiences, personal growth occurs.

**Awareness and Advocacy** RAISE trips expose participants to the plight of billions of people worldwide living in poverty. Participants gain insights into diverse approaches to poverty relief and are encouraged to participate in development efforts beyond their return to the United States.

**Service and Acts of Kindness** While the impact of long-term development is measured over years and decades, the effectiveness of a week long trip is not solely determined by its duration. A significant aspect of the trip involves serving others alongside local Jamaican leaders. Participants engage in various projects, fostering meaningful connections with new Jamaican friends.

**Cultural Experiences** Participants gain a deeper understanding of Jamaica and its people. They comprehend the historical and societal factors that have shaped contemporary realities in Jamaica and recognize the universality of human nature regardless of nationality. Through culinary experiences, church worship, and interactions with local communities, participants develop a broader perspective on how Christ uniquely operates in various nations.

For further information about joining a currently scheduled trip or forming a team, please contact us.