JODI JONES

Missionary Work

MISSIONARY WORK: THROUGH A LENS OF COMPASSION

Welcome to a world seen through a lens of compassion and connection. My passion as a photographer is to uncover and capture the unexpected beauty in some of the most impoverished and remote communities across the globe.

In every frame, I aim to honor the strength, grace, and resilience of the people who call these places home. My camera doesn’t turn away from the reality of hardship—it seeks the moments of joy, dignity, and human spirit that shine through in the midst of struggle.

This is the heart of my missionary work: showcasing beauty that the world might overlook, telling stories that might otherwise go untold, and creating a visual testimony that inspires empathy and action.

My work in the field is more than photography—it’s about building relationships, understanding cultures, and bringing awareness to the challenges and triumphs of those living in difficult circumstances. Whether documenting a quiet moment of faith, a child’s laughter, or the daily rhythm of life, I strive to reflect God’s love and light in every image.

Chamula, Mexico MISSIONS TRIP

A woman with a patterned headscarf and pink shirt in prayer, eyes closed, with tears on her face, in a crowd.
An elderly woman with dark, braided hair and weathered skin stands outdoors, holding a black trash bag. She wears a shawl with floral embroidery in pastel colors over her shoulders, with a rural village on a hillside visible in the background.
A man with a distressed expression and eyes closed raises his fist in the air during a gathering, with several other people in the background showing emotional reactions.
A woman is crying with a distressed expression while being supported by children gathered around her.
A group of diverse people, including women, children, and a man, praying outdoors in a humble setting, with a woman holding a young boy and a man placing his hand on a woman's head.
A man with black hair is holding his face with both hands, covering his eyes and part of his face.
A large crowd of children and adults gathered outdoors in a hilly area during daytime, with residential buildings visible on the hillside in the background.
A group of people sitting outdoors, wearing traditional floral shirts.
A young man with closed eyes and an emotional expression is being comforted by two women, with one woman’s hand on his face and another holding his shoulders, in a crowded outdoor setting.
Chiapas Mexico altar call with A Call to the nations. Photo by Jodi Jones
A group of children and adults walking and standing along a street market in a small town with vendors selling goods, colorful decorations, and houses in the background.
Chiapas Mexico altar call with A Call to the nations. Photo by Jodi Jones
A woman lying on the ground with her eyes closed, appearing to be in distress or pain, with her hands raised slightly, on a textured surface with purple lighting.
Indigenous family in Chiapas Mexico. photo by jodi jones
A person receiving prayer or support, with hands placed on their knee, while others surround and comfort them in an outdoor setting.
A young girl with a teddy bear receiving a bracelet from an older man outside.

KENYA , Africa

A rural dirt path with three people walking, surrounded by green trees and plants, with some makeshift netted enclosures on the side.
Three people in striped traditional clothing herding cows on a dirt road in a rural village with trees, a brick building, a truck, a shelter, and an ambulance in the background.
A man wearing a striped shirt and rubber boots riding a colorful bicycle on a dirt road with trees and power lines in the background.
A small shopfront with a sign reading "IT!" and a partially visible crown logo, with a man standing outside in a maroon suit, in a rural area with dirt ground and a tree in the background.
A woman with a colorful headscarf and backpack walking towards a school gate, with children playing inside the schoolyard.
Old yellow car missing wheels, leaning on rocks in front of rustic homes with mud and brick walls, surrounded by trees.
Four people riding a motorcycle together on a rural road, with trees and partly cloudy sky in the background.
Small grocery shop with orange and blue exterior, green doors, and corrugated metal roof, labeled 'JUSDIA'S WISDOM (2012)' with people sitting outside and a cow nearby, in a rural setting.

Africa - Disciples of Mercy

Aerial view of a small town surrounded by trees, with green fields and a mountain range in the distance, under a partly cloudy sky.
Group of smiling school children in green uniforms standing outdoors on a schoolyard with others playing in the background.

AfricaN Prison Ministry

Graduation ceremony with a man singing passionately, wearing a black cap and gown with an orange stole.

Orange Hearts - Dominican Republic

Three people lying on a porch with a green wall, a window with white shutters, and a red plastic chair in the background. Two women are smiling at a smiling baby sitting between them, one woman is holding a phone.
A young girl with dark skin wearing a red dress with white patterns and lace trim, standing against a white wall with her hands behind her back. She is carrying a large basket of popcorn on her head.
A young boy with short dark hair wearing a light blue polo shirt holding a wooden box with bottles and small containers, standing against a rusty, weathered metal wall.
Children playing and splashing water on a concrete outdoor sink in a neighborhood alleyway.
A young boy with a shaved head and dark eyes leaning against a weathered wooden wall outdoors, wearing a black t-shirt that says 'Look at Us' and features cartoon children.
Children playing with hoops and a ball in a school yard with a large tree, a yellow building, and a painted barrel, sunlight streaming from the left.

ISRAEL

SHOT ON FILM

A black and white street sign reading 'Capharnaum The Town of Jesus' mounted on a brick wall with a building and balcony in the background.
A group of people assisting an elderly woman in a water baptism ceremony outdoors, with one person holding her arm and another supporting her head below the water.
A scenic landscape with yellow wildflowers in the foreground, rolling green hills in the background, a rainbow in the sky, and partly cloudy weather.
View of a tropical beach with palm trees, sun umbrellas, a sandy shoreline, and a barrier reef in the turquoise ocean under a cloudy sky.