A Special Formation Meeting by LIFT

On Friday 24th October 2008, LIFT organised another formation meeting. However, this meeting had a different format....a different aim all in itself. Over the last two years of its foundation, LIFT, was feeling the need to invest more in the idea of a community. This initiative took birth from a dream...that of sharing unforgettable moments of true friendship, of getting to know each other more, and to feel a sense of belonging.


For this purpose, last Friday’s meeting, called all those interested in starting this adventure. Many were those who answered for the call! The multi-purpose room in the Millennium Chapel was full of enthusiastic people, all ready to share their ideas and invest their energies in this dream. The meeting started with a power point presentation portraying the possible views and ideas on which our community may be based.

Fr.Ray carried out the explanation in a very pleasant and understandable way. Everyone seemed interested and paid attention to what it was being said. After this presentation, the people present were divided into seven groups. Each group was led by one of the members of the core team. During the thirty minutes allocated for these focus groups, everyone had the opportunity to express his/her ideas. Each idea was written down and then a spokesperson was chosen to give a brief of what was said in each group in front of everyone.

There was a big wave of enthusiasm from those present and everyone showed a great interest in seeing this dream flourish. The main idea of building up a community was very much welcomed as it showed from the ideas that were shared after the groups.

In a nutshell, it was concluded that this idea is very much needed, that there is the need of knowing more each other and to create a sense of belonging, that different people, not just the core team, will contribute in organising activities, that there may be a fixed day dedicated for the community. It was also agreed that another meeting will be held were all those interested in giving their contribution in the organisation of activities will attend.

LIFT would like to take this opportunity to invite everyperson reading this post to send his or her comments and suggestions. The concept of a community should be a group effort and LIFT is ready to take it on-board even further. Thanks for your support. Your comments are very much appreciated!

LIFT TEAM