Laura Stark, Participant

JustFaith opened my eyes to the poor with a heart of compassion! It encouraged me to face the injustices of the world straight ahead! It had a profound effect on me. Learning how others suffered from policies made by governmental bodies created a vivid picture of a suffering world. As Christ suffered and died then rising to new life so my journey began to grow and deepen with love and compassion. I can clearly see that I am a sister to all, the oppressed and the oppressor.

Pat Bowles, Participant

JustFaith was an avenue by which I could discover who I am/not, explore simplicity, define a life purpose, develop a social consciousness, experience compassion, build community, and rediscover prayer. As the weeks went by I discovered that my social conscience and inner spirit were being pulled in a direction that was radically different. I became a part of a much wider world of influence on which to challenge the status quo, the underlying principles of injustice, or a peaceful response to violence or the death penalty. JustFaith was a life-changing course of study, a course envisioned by the Creator. JustFaith awakened the Spirit within me and opened my mind and heart.

Chris Bowles, Participant

JustFaith was a process that radically challenged the paradigms with which I had been living. As a result of the experience, I see with different eyes. I have a new understanding of the way social justice issues are interrelated, and a greater appreciation for the statement, “as long as one suffers, all suffer.” It has been 13 years since my JustFaith experience and I still concern myself with living a life immersed in behaviors and choices that reflect my baptismal call to be an advocate for social justice … JustFaith was the initial vehicle that enlightened my ministry.

Joan Perkins, Participant

The JustFaith program gave me a whole new way of looking at my life as a Christian. JustFaith challenged me to move from a preoccupation with the state of my own soul to a compassion for others and a commitment to making a difference in the world through my actions. More than anything, the readings and group discussions opened my eyes to injustices that I never saw before. This seeing-with-new-eyes has led me and my family to make more informed decisions about things as wide-ranging as food choices and lawn care.