Ethiopian Zion Coptic Church, Jamaica

Working together to develop land and strengthen communities

The church is inviting experienced partners to help put its land to good use, creating income for the church, work for local people, and lasting benefit for the community.

The old church on the church’s grounds in St. Thomas, painted in red, gold, and green.

Why the church is seeking partners

Some church land is not being used to its full potential. The church would like to change that, with partners who bring the right experience and share its concern for people and place.

Read about our approach to partnerships

  • Sustainable income

    Steady, long-term income that supports the church’s life and work.

  • Local employment

    Jobs and training for people in the parishes where the land is.

  • Community benefit

    Projects that leave the surrounding community better served.

  • Careful stewardship

    Uses that respect the land and keep it in good condition for the future.

Opportunities for discussion

Land the church is open to discussing with suitable partners.

See all opportunities
  • The old octagonal church building with a red and green roof and small cupola, seen through mango branches
    St. ThomasExploratory idea

    Creighton Hall estate land, St. Thomas

    Land at the church’s historic home in eastern St. Thomas, near the coast. The church wants to talk with partners about returning land not in active use to productive farming and community-minded use.

    Land area
    Being confirmed
    Last reviewed
    5 October 2026
  • St. ThomasExploratory idea

    Land at Rozelle, St. Thomas

    Undeveloped church land at Rozelle, close to the church’s home at Creighton Hall. A surveyor’s report in 2025 found no buildings on it. The church would welcome early ideas for productive use.

    Land area
    Being confirmed
    Last reviewed
    5 October 2026
  • St. MaryExploratory idea

    Riverside land in St. Mary

    Church land beside a river in St. Mary that may suit low-impact uses. The church would welcome early conversations while site details are confirmed.

    Land area
    Being confirmed
    Last reviewed
    5 October 2026

How a partnership begins

A careful, step-by-step process. Nothing is agreed until the church approves it.

  1. Submit interest

    Tell us who you are, what you have done before, and what you would bring to a partnership.

  2. Initial review

    Church representatives read every proposal and decide whether it fits the land and the church’s aims.

  3. Discussion

    Suitable proposals are invited to a conversation to explore ideas, roles, and expectations.

  4. Due diligence

    Both sides check the details — site facts, experience, finances, and community impact.

  5. Church approval

    No agreement is made until the church has formally considered and approved it.

Have a proposal in mind?

Tell us what you would bring. Every proposal is read by church representatives.

Submit a partnership proposal