St. Mary of the Visitation's Jamaica Committee... 
The Jamaica committee is responsible for the publicity,  and putting together of all the Jamaica events.

2019 Jamaica Committee/Royalty will sponsor the Lenten Fish Fry in the parish hall on these dates:
March 8,
March 22nd,
April 5th 
April 19th-Plate $9 each.

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We are One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church”

 Greetings All, 

Thank you for your continued support with the fundraising efforts.   JamFest is getting closer by the day, and we continue to work hard for another successful celebration in July.  

Jamaica Festival dates are July 26 and 27, 2019.  

Breakfast- We will have our monthly breakfast on Sunday 3-17-19.  All are cordially invited to have have a delicious breakfast and fellowship.  Thank you to all the donors that help offset the cost of the monthly breakfast.  Your generosity is greatly appreciated.  

Royalty Update - We have some young ladies expressing interest in running for Queen; and we are also seeking young men for King Candidate as well.  Once details are finalized they will begin their fundraising efforts.  Please support our Catholic Youth in their fundraising projects.   

Fairgrounds Chair: Frank and Peggy Coggins graciously volunteered to serve as our Fairgrounds Chair.  They bring the knowledge and experience of administration to the committee. Please be willing to lend a helping hand as their are many grounds issues to address.  

Food and Game Booth Chairs are still open. Please consider volunteering for these important positions.   

Lent - will be alternating Fish Fry’s on Friday’s during the upcoming Lenten season.   All are invited to join us for delicious fish plates.  

Your continued prayers for Catholic Unity are appreciated.  

Your Brother in Christ,
Paul Rodriguez 


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Jamaica Festival Update February 11, 2019

 Grettings All, thanks to you, our faithful Parishioners, the 2019 JamFest continues to develop in a positive direction.   We still have significant fund raising goals that need to be met, and with your continued prayers we can meet those goals.  

Breakfast- We will have our monthly breakfast on Sunday 2-17-19.  All are cordially invited to have have a delicious breakfast and some fellowship.  

Donators -  We are so very blessed to have faithful Catholics in our midst.  These wonderful Parishioners have been vital in offsetting the cost of fundraisers.  We could not meet our fundraising goals if it wasn’t for their prayers and generosity! 

Royalty Chair - Mrs. Bertha Martinez has graciously agreed to Chair the Royalty Court this year.  Bertha brings  the experience and knowledge to coordinate a successful Royalty Court program.  It is hoped that we will be able to announce candidates soon.  

Treasurer- Mrs. Brenda Moore has graciously agreed to be our treasurer this year.  Brenda brings the knowledge and experience of a banking background to help us account for SMJF funds.    

Valentines Dance - Sincere thanks to the Archicofrdia Ministry for donating  the Silent Auction proceeds to SMJF.   All had a fantastic time at the Valentines Dance that featured entertainer Yayo Castillo y Rumores. 

Open Chairs - Fairground; Food booth and Game booth. Please pray about this friends.  These are very important Chairs, and if you are feeling the call please let me know.

Additionally, please thank Fr. Ed and our office staff for their help in this years SMJF Project.  

Finally, your continued prayers are greatly appreciated.  Please keep praying for CATHOLIC UNITY all over the world.  

Yours in Christ 
Paul Rodriguez 
Theme: Catholic Unity 

2019 Jamaica Committee is looking for boys, girls & teens grades 1st-12th are attending RE Classes interested in running for this year’s Jamaica Royalty. If you are interested or need more information please call or have
your parents call Jamaica Chairman Paul Rodriguez at parish office.​

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Mission: Bringing Catholics together in the Unity of the Holy Spirit.

Greetings, my name is Paul Rodriguez, I have the honor of Chairing the 2019 Jamaica Festival. The SMJF has formed a board of officers in order to proceed with fundraising and recruitment: Chair - Paul Rodriguez; Co-Chair - Timoteo “Tim” Juarez Jr.; Interim Treasurer - Stella Limas; and Secretary - Diane Delgado.  

Priorities: Royalty Court - Queen and King candidates are an essential part of the program, and we are asking all interested youth to contact me to discuss the prospect of participating in the Royalty Court.  I understand this is a big commitment, and there are a lot of questions to be asked.  I will work hard to provide clear and concise answers to the best of my ability.  Please email me at Jamaica.smvl@gmail.com.

Breakfast Volunteers: We are also in need of breakfast volunteers to put on the “best breakfast on Sunday”.  We have reserved the 3rd Sunday of each month for breakfast and hope to get many volunteers in order to make the work easier for all.  Please email me at Jamaica.smvl@gmail.com.

Other Chair positions are open, and we will continue to recruit for these positions. Anyone interested in leading a chair position please contact me at the aforementioned email address.

Kindest Regards

    Contact the Jamaica Committee
​Jamaica 2015-

40th Annual Jamaica will take place in 2015, details will appear on the  Jamaica Page

Please see the weekly bulletin for ongoing updates.

Booth Summery Report
Ministry Fair 2014-
GREAT JOB! The total profit from the 2014 Jamaica was
$35,339.89. We the parishioners thank you the volunteers for your hard work and dedication. 
Thank You from Jimmy Silva-
The 2015 Jamaica Chairman Jimmy Silva would like to recognize and thank the following Jamaica Committee Officers for all their hard work in making the 2014 Jamaica a success! 2014 Chairman - Arnold Alonzo Publicity - Tim Juarez Secretary - Rose Mary Romo Treasurer - Maria Elizondo Game Booth Coordinator - Linda Ramirez-Silva Food Booth Coordinator - Diane Delgado Stage/Grounds Maintenance Coordinator – Gabriel Perez
A very special thank you and blessing to the following parishioners who became club members in 2014! Their memberships helped defray costs at Jamaica 39: