Purpose
In celebration of the 65th Anniversary of The Central Jamaica Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, CJC invites members to compose an original song that celebrates God’s faithfulness throughout the Conference’s 65-year journey of grace, growth and gratitude.
This initiative seeks to focus on a Christ-centred, biblically grounded and mission-focused composition that reflects our history, musical gifts, creative expressions and God’s accomplishments in our lives. The song composition should also inspire continued commitment to God’s mission.
For more information about the history and ministry of the Central Jamaica Conference, please click here: [ https://centralja.org/about-us/our-history/]
Recognition and Appreciation
In recognition of the creativity, time, talent and dedication towards this initiative, the SELECTED SONG will: -
1. Become the official CJC 65th Anniversary Song
2. Receive $165,000.00 as an Anniversary Recognition Award
3. Be recorded professionally in a studio
4. Receive Radio replay on NCU FM
5. Be featured at the Anniversary Celebration and Thanksgiving Service on December 19, 2026.
Eligibility
Open to all members of the Central Jamaica Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Entries may be submitted by an individual, group, choir or songwriting team.
Song Requirements
The composition must:
* Be an original work created by the entrant(s).
* Reflect the theme “Celebrating 65 Years of Grace, Growth and Gratitude.”
* Be Christ-centred, biblically grounded and consistent with the mission and beliefs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
* Celebrate God's faithfulness throughout the journey of the Central Jamaica Conference while pointing toward its continuing mission.
* Be suitable for use by congregations, choirs, praise teams and other musical groups.
* Be approximately 3–5 minutes in length.
* Not have been previously commercially released or published as another artist's work.
* Not infringe upon the copyright, melody, lyrics or intellectual property of another person or organization.
Submission Requirements
Each entry must include:
1. A demo recording of the entire song; professional production is not required.
2. Typed lyrics and song title.
3. Full name(s) of songwriter(s)/composer(s).
4. Church and district.
5. Telephone number and email address.
6. Declaration confirming originality and authority to submit the work.
7. Chord sheet or lead sheet, if available. Formal musical notation is encouraged but not mandatory.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy: Lyrics, melody and the principal composition must be the entrant’s original creative work. Fully AI-generated compositions are not eligible.
Review Criteria
|
Criterion |
Weight |
|
Alignment with Anniversary Theme |
20% |
|
Biblical and Spiritual Content |
20% |
|
Lyrics and Message |
20% |
|
Melody and Musicality |
15% |
|
Originality and Creativity |
10% |
|
Congregational Appeal |
10% |
|
Mission Emphasis |
5% |
|
TOTAL |
100% |
Review Panel will consider how effectively the composition communicates the anniversary theme, reflects biblical and spiritual values, demonstrates originality and musical quality, and can be meaningfully used within the worship and mission life of the Church.
Copyright and Use
Any commercial exploitation beyond these purposes or transfer of copyright ownership will require a separate written agreement.
The songwriter(s) will retain authorship and copyright ownership of the original composition.
By entering this initiative, entrants grant the Central Jamaica Conference permission to review and evaluate their submitted work for the purposes of this initiative.
The selected entrant agrees to grant the Central Jamaica Conference of Seventh-day Adventists a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to arrange, rehearse, record, reproduce, perform, livestream, broadcast and publish the selected composition for its anniversary activities and ongoing ministry and promotional purposes, with appropriate acknowledgement of the songwriter(s).
Any commercial release, transfer of copyright ownership, or other commercial exploitation of the composition beyond these purposes should be governed by a separate written agreement with the songwriter(s).
Initiative Timeline
* October 16, 2026: Initiative opens.
* November 13, 2026: Submission deadline.
* November 14–25, 2026: Eligibility verification and assessment
* Late November/early December 2026: Selected song announced and song prepared for presentation.
* December 19, 2026: Selected song featured at the Anniversary Celebration and Thanksgiving Service.
Submission and Enquiries
* All entries must be received by November 13, 2026.
* Submit entries to: https://forms.gle/AvDaekXseywiauxA7
* Enquiries: events@centralja.org
* Social Media: Post your entry using the hashtag: #CJC65 on any social media platform Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram
Celebrating 65 Years of Grace, Growth and Gratitude
One journey. One mission. One song of gratitude.