The most impactful part of the Fellowship was the spiritual component. I can honestly say that I have never felt closer to God in my life. Many people talk about a feeling of peace during a retreat as a spiritual high point, but the peace and calm from this experience was not of that sort. This peace came from knowing that I was becoming more attentive to God’s voice; it was a confidence in knowing that I was growing close to Him through this program. It was more consistent and permeating.
By living my life structured around prayer and the sacraments, I could begin to distinguish the sound of God’s voice in my heart. Now that I know what his voice sounds like, I can have the confidence and courage to follow the voice of the Good Shepherd (John 10:27).
The spiritual growth I experienced could only happen within this community of others seeking God. Without my peers and the staff, I would not have the joy and peace I have now.