“Reflections on Life and Lent”

*What were you hoping for when you decided to come to be part of our advent journey?
 "A deeper understanding of the word of God"
"Having experienced the Advent evenings, which I enjoyed, I was keen to attend.  I felt it was important to take time during Lent to pray, share and listen."
"Prayer & quiet time"
"An hour of quiet to think of Lent away from everyday hustle & bustle"
"You didn't leave anything out.  I was very happy to come.  It just kept getting better each time I came."
"The format would be the same as Advent."
"A more reflective type of prayer - which I received."
"Some quiet time to think about life, family, hopes, the ways of the world, peace, happiness etc; coming together in prayer and thoughts."
"The atmosphere for reflective contemplation on the purpose of Lent; opportunities for discussion - small/full groups."

*Did we meet your expectations? Please share the way(s) in which you feel you have 
  benefitted from these evening(s).
"Yes. A better appreciation of God's love for us."
"I feel the setting (in Parish Hall) enabled those attending to be more comfortable with each other.  In these sessions everyone was more open to sharing their thoughts in small group & with whole group.  I feel it is important for parishioners to get to know each other in this way."
"Thought evenings were good.  A lot of work put into the prayer sessions."
"Yes.  Met expectations.  Feel that I gained a bit from the experience.  Time - one hour - just perfect."
"You met my expectations in every way and more.  I would like to have more.  I hope you keep up the good work."
"I have found these few weeks a great help in preparing for Easter.  I have thoroughly enjoyed each session and it has enhanced my faith."
"Yes.  I felt uplifted."
"Yes I think so.  Enjoyed sharing my thoughts with like-minded friends."
"Very much so!  Great atmosphere;  thought-provoking readings, hymns & music;  getting to know other parishioners better."

*Is there anything you did not like, or, any suggestions you may have for future 
  Reflection Evenings?
"No"
"One hour slot of an evening (for me) is an ideal amount of time."
"Good time on the run-up to Easter."
"Not really.  Liked the set-up.  Wasn't sure if I was into meditation but not overdone."
"For me each session has been a great help and would ask for 'more of the same.' "
"I enjoyed every evening."
"Perhaps linking of group topics/events which could include some other Parish sub-groups in colloborative events."

*Any other comment(s)
"Thank you.  Appreciate all the preparation of content and materials."
"Felt benefit from the course.  Sorry missed first evening."
"Thank you very much for all your hard work it has been gratefully appreciated."
"Well done."
"Many thanks!"