Jamaica Magis allows Boston College students to live and serve in solidarity with people in Jamaica who have faced social, political, and economic oppression. Students gain a deeper understanding of social justice and spirituality by learning to recognize the face of God in all things.
What does Magis mean?
St. Ignatius coined the term when he started "Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam" or "for the Glory of God." Magis in the vision of St. Ignatius was meant to mean the "more." It is meant to make us question where do we find more in our lives? Is there Magis in our relationships? Our faith and spiritual life? Is there Magis in our love and affection? We named our trip Magis because through the good works of service we remember to fuel our more.
What We Do
Be in solidarity with people who have been socially, politically, and economically marginalized.
Learn aspects of Jamaican culture through a series of readings, discussions, speakers, and community projects.
Share individual skills, resources, and gifts for the purpose of creating a more just society and world.
Nurture and challenge faith lives through worship and daily encounters with Jamaicans in an ecumenical setting.
Experience Jamaica Magis
