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Fun in the SON

Fourth Annual Gospel Spring Festival

Both Ocho Rios and Kingston, Jamaica will be alive with gospel music from March 15 to 19, when Jamaica’s fourth annual Fun In The Son Gospel Spring Festival brings together thousands of local, regional and international attendees.  Since its inauguration in March 2002, this upbeat celebration has rapidly become a favorite event for residents and visitors. 

Jamaica Tourist Board’s sponsorship of Fun In The Son is just part of the overall religious tourism marketing program that continues to position Jamaica as a premiere destination for unique and diverse experiences.  Fun In The Son is supported by various churches in Jamaica, the Bahamas, the Cayman Islands, Trinidad, New York, Florida, Texas and Canada.

Speakers at Fun In The Son 2005 include Bishop Henry Fernandez, Pastor Che Cowan and Minister Carlene Davis.  The festival will culminate with the Grand Concert, which hosts world famous gospel acts and will be held at the Hope Botanical Gardens in Kingston on Saturday, March 19, 2004.  Below is a complete listing of events:

Tuesday, March 15
7:00 p.m., Church on the Rock (Kingston)
Word & Worship Conference
Hosted by: Bishop Henry Hernandez & Minister Carlene Davis

Wednesday, March 16
6:00 p.m., Town Square (Ocho Rios)
Street Evangelism
Hosted by: Steve Reeves, Rev. Al Miller, Jabez & Perpetual Praise

Thursday, March 17
7:00 p.m., Ocho Rios Baptist Church
Word & Worship Conference
Hosted by: Bishop Henry Fernandez, Minister Carlene Davis

Friday, March 18
8:00 a.m., Ocho Rios Baptist Church
Word & Worship Conference
Hosted by: Paul Blake, Bishop Henry Fernandez & Rock Choir Ochie
9:00 p.m., Island Village (Ocho Rios)
The Crossover Party
Performances by: Marshy Redz, Danny Browne, Gallimore, Aaron Milles & Others

Saturday, March 19
12 - 9 p.m., Hope Gardens (Kingston)
Grand Concert & Son Village
Performances by: Toby Mac, Stitchie, Carlene Davis, Bless a.k.a. Prodigal Son, Katalys Crew, Broken Vessel Dance Ministry, Paul Blake & Others

Commenting on Fun In The Son, David Shields, Deputy Director of Tourism-Marketing, Jamaica Tourist Board said,  “Gospel is an integral part of Caribbean culture, and the Fun In The Son festival showcases the best gospel artists who attract a large audience from around the globe.  This year’s programe will undoubtedly be the best yet.  Jamaica is proud to be the host of such a great event.”

The festival is produced by Glory Music Limited, headed by Tommy Cowan, who has toured worldwide with big-name music stars that include Maxi Priest, Freddie McGregor and the late Bob Marley. 

In addition, Tommy Cowan has hosted the reggae Sunsplash festival on international tours and also at his home in Montego Bay.  Fun In The Son has flourished under his guidance.  “Fun In The Son brings together a diverse audience.  It’s an upbeat, wonderful celebration and we’re thrilled with its growing popularity as a leading gospel event worldwide,” Cowan observed.

Affordable value-added packages are offered by Air Jamaica Vacations at 1-800-LOVEBIRD and online at www.airjamaicavacations.com

Details of upcoming special events, attractions and accommodations in Jamaica are posted on the Jamaica Tourist Board’s Web site at www.visitjamaica.com.  JTB can be reached toll-free at 1-800-233-4JTB (1-800-233-4582).

Edited by Dave Shultz

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