“There was an inherent openness at our celebration that reflected a deep sense of invitation. We are inviting the experiences of all to be shared, and in-turn, inviting the presence of the Holy Spirit in our community.”

“Durante los preparativos de nuestra celebración, los que participaron en la planificación pudieron demostrar que los cambios dentro de la Iglesia no tienen por qué ser motivo de división, sino que pueden unir a nuestra comunidad. La Iglesia ya ha experimentado cambios anteriormente, ¡no debemos temer! Seguiremos juntos en este camino”.

“[W]e organized an event for individuals from the parish and surrounding parishes to prayerfully reflect upon and learn about the witness of St. Phoebe and the role of women in the Church on the feast of St. Phoebe…The joy, hope and energy from this event was palpable…At least 12 area parishes were represented. This event raised so much awareness of St. Phoebe, and many shared their own experiences and witnesses with courage.”