2008/09 Info > Participant's Comments

Here's what they said ...

We get all kinds of feedback from Ask & Imagine participants. Here's some of it:

"'Ask and Imagine' helped me grow within a close Christian Community in my spirituality, my strengths and with my weaknesses. It also opened my eyes to the larger picture of us as the church. I have set new goals as a new and continuing leader at my home parish, deanery and diocese."

"At 'Ask and Imagine', I have been challenged to lay all my beliefs in front of me and truly re-examine them. I'm nowhere done, obviously, but I'm inspired to keep at it!"

"There were GREAT experiences in creating and leading worship."

"'Ethics' with John was so cool."

"When I saw 'Biblical Studies' on the schedule, I was all set for it to be boring. I was, like, SO wrong. I've never heard anyone talk about Scripture that way. It was really exciting and interesting!"

"My favourite sessions were Media Awareness and Faith-In-Action because I felt they related to the modern world in a big way."

"My stomach muscles hurt from laughing so hard!"

"I really liked the silent reflections at night because they helped me learn more about myself."

"I feel more grounded and sure of myself"

"I gained greater sensitivity in my interpersonal skills and more confidence!"

"'Ask and Imagine' is an incredible program. I truly believe it will have a huge impact on my life when I get home, and the decisions I will be faced with"

"The retreat day was incredible. I've never considered doing something like that and I plan to keep doing it. (Walking) the labyrinth was life-changing."

"A new idea for me is the impact that history has on the interpretation of the Bible!"

"The highlight of my second week was overcoming my fear of heights on the high ropes. I felt so proud. I never thought I could do it, but people showed confidence in me. This activity taught me that I need to trust people more."

"The program made me see that I would be able to be a leader in the future. It made me see that I could really get the courage to meet new people and open up to them."

And in letters and conversations from participants after the program was finished:

Letter from participant in Toronto diocese:

"...Thank you for giving me, what I consider, a once in a lifetime opportunity to attend Ask and Imagine. The sense of community and fellowship that I felt I have never experienced in my life...I have learnt so much and grown in strength through this program...It is well structured, the staff are amazing and it lets you discover yourself in ways that once seemed inconceivable. This program should be made available to every Anglican Youth. The only qualm I have with the program is that I can't come back!"

Excerpt from a report to their bishop, written by a participant:

"Of all my experiences and friendships last summer, I can honestly say that my days spent at Ask and Imagine at Huron College were the most significant, leaving me with the greatest feeling of change and blessing."

Also go to Frequently Asked Questions to see more comments from participants.