Quotes from LCP 2008 participants: 

“This experience fior me was like the dawn of a new creation!  The presenters and the topics, in one action, seemed to pull together all of my learnings and a “Big Bang” happened.  I feel new and full of life.  I feel wholeheartedly committed to the prophetic life of a vowed religious, intent and intentional in bringing about a New Jerusalem.   (Brenda Whetstone OSF) 

“Initially I was reluctant to come to “vow camp”.  My novitiate was very sheltered and some of my experiences with the Pittsburgh-Cleveland ongoing process were not good.  Thank God I came here!

From the first day I was hearing with new ears.  Everything slowly moved and during the last presentation it felt like the light bulb went on over my head and I had that “aha!” moment when everything becomes clearer.

Having the same small group “table family: for the entire time was a great blessing as we truly built up trust in each other.”  (Mary Clare Nalitz CSSF) 

            “This was a wonderful program.  I truly feel prepared for perpetual vows.  This has uplifted my spirit and informed me about many issues to be aware of in my future.”  (Kimberly Muhearn SSJ-TOSF) 

            “The Life Commitment Program was gift and grace.  To meet others in the same process, to be enriched and challenged, to be able to explore the vows openly, to share how you feel called.  I will always hold this time as sacred.  (Jacqueline Aceto SCN) 

            “The Life Commitment Program provided us with the opportunity to socialize, pray and share with other women and men committed to professing final vows.  The program also offered us access to first-rate presenters and opportunity for small group sharing.” (Lisa Polega SLW) 

“Transformation”
At the tables ‘round,
we shared concerns, laughs, meals, bread.
Strangers no longer.
(Cara Garafalo OSF)

 “LCP has been a unique experience to create community with my peers in religious life.  Everyone.  Those of us who attended, the facilitators, and the presenters – contributed to a fun, challenging, and prayerful two weeks.  I’m very grateful to have had this opportunity.”  (Kelly Carpenter RSHM)

“I found the LCP to be a:
§         Fountain of shared knowledge and lived experience
§         Safety net for times of questioning and challenge
§         Circle of friends and companions on this lifelong journey
§         Network of people with whom to share dreams and hopes, concerns and frustrations, faith and love
§         A place of God – Holy Ground.
(Rita Cameron PBVM) 

            “There would have been much to regret if I would not have come!  The Life Commitment Program is one of the most beautiful experiences I have had.  I expected less, but I have received more than what I’ve expected.  I let God work in my life these two weeks and it has been fruitful, life-giving, filled with many graces.  Hope it never ends!”  (Moises Mesh CSV) 

            “Being a participant in this program connected me with my brothers and sisters in Christ who are daring to proclaim perpetual profession of Jesus our Savior to our entire world.  I will treasure this supportive group of people and all we processed and learned, and with the Spirit of Jesus I trust that I will be sustained and happy in this life.  I thank my community, and all the communities who participated, and the program for supporting and uplifting me.”  (Reed Mungovan SDS) 

            “This program has b een an outpouring of gifts.  Wonderful people offering me ways to grow in love with God and all that God has created.  I appreciate being part of an inter-community program.  We have the opportunity to network and connect in ways that will bring gifts to us and the world we live in.  A spirit of life-giving love filled this time together.”  (Katie Frank SSND) 

            “It is a great “occasion of grace” to spend this time and space with religious from other congregations.  I found the experience helpful in integrating much at this important time before perpetual vows.”  (Bridget Waldorf SSND) 

            “The LCP program exceeded my expectations.  I hope to continue the connections I have made here.  Tank of gas - $40; program fee - $2000; two weeks with my peers – priceless!”  (Gayle Rusbasen FSSH)

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