13/08/2026
"You sent us back a young man who was touched and changed by this journey."
These are the words every parent hopes to express after sending their teenager away. When Jake returned home from a mission trip with Kingdom Sail, his parents, Grant and Nicole, noticed something almost immediately: something had changed.
"The night he arrived home, he gave me, his mom, a hug that I will never forget. I saw joy, love, and gratitude that could only come from Jesus."
They observed Jake spending quality time with his family, playing with his younger sisters, flying kites, taking walks, and talking nonstop about everything he had experienced on his trip. He was already expressing a desire to return.
But this journey was about much more than just sailing through the Caribbean. Jake experienced daily discipleship that was seamlessly woven into life aboard the yacht. He built meaningful relationships, learned from the leaders, and discovered the joy of using his own gifts to serve others. As someone who loves sports, he highlighted serving at a missional sports camp, where he used his passion to bring joy to local children and families.
His parents shared with us, "He talked about the joy it brought to the children and families and how it touched his heart."
While Jake was away, his family was still a vital part of his journey. Through daily photos, videos, and updates, they followed the adventure, prayed for the teens and leaders, and prayed for the communities being served.
For us, this is what Kingdom Sail is all about. It's not just about incredible sailing or visiting beautiful Caribbean islands. It's about creating an environment where young people can step away from the familiar, grow in their relationship with Jesus, discover the joy of serving others, build character, deepen relationships, and return home transformed.
Grant and Nicole concluded their message with words that mean so much to our team: "This was an opportunity we have dreamed and prayed for, and we are so grateful for it. You sent us back a young man who was touched and changed by this journey!"
Thank you, Grant and Nicole, for trusting us with Jake. It was an absolute privilege to have him aboard.
Could Summer 2027 be your teen's turn? Our 2027 Kingdom Sail voyages are now open for ages 15-19, with a new Young Adult Leadership Voyage for ages 19-24.
⛵ 10 days in the Caribbean
🙏 Faith & discipleship
🧭 Sailing & leadership
❤️ Mission & service
🔥 Purpose & transformation
🌴 Adventure & friendships
Send us a message to find out whether Kingdom Sail 2027 is the right fit for your young person.
