The RFMP is an opportune experience for me which was filled with pragmatic activities for discernment, collaboration and inclusiveness that brought about surprising unity in diversity among us. Through the support of the Team and facilitators, I have journeyed with others, speaking and listening to one another, sharing our realities and experiences in order to find a path forward in our lives and mission in line with the principle of Synodality. The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator helped me to gain insight into my life, develop a clearer sense of self-awareness and awareness of others. I have also learned to serve God creatively as a responsible person in my value-inspired calling.

Jacinta Ugonma Mahakwe
Medical Missionaries of Mary
Nigeria

I was amazed by the similarities between belief systems that we discovered in our exploration of Traditional Religions, despite the many differences that exist in cultures and nations. I was fascinated by the uniqueness of these traditional religions, the moral values underpinning them and the rituals they developed in an attempt to balance human behaviors with the gods, the providers of everyday life, prior to Christianity.

Sipiliano Fakaosi
Society of Mary
Tonga

With a wide range of topics and modules, the RFM Programme offered me a safe and nurturing space; aiding my journey of self-discovery and growth.
Thanks to the Pastoral Placement experience, I have benefited from a more comprehensive understanding of the socioeconomic issues currently confronting our societies. I am inspired by the involvement of many organisations and individuals who are committed to providing safe and non-judgmental environments, where the less privileged and vulnerable receive care and services that uphold their human dignity.

Mabel Lelabi Dimake
Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles, Ghana

Loreto House, Religious Formation Ministry Programme, has been a journey towards self-discovery and personal transformation for me. A daily invitation to experience, share and celebrate individual giftedness, constantly aware that 'I am because we are' (African Proverb).

Anastazia Asiimwe
Daughters of Mary and Joseph
Uganda

Spiritual Accompaniment helped me to deepen my interpersonal relationship with God, others and nature. Engaging in role-plays and analyzing content from articles enabled me to acquire new understanding and skills which will continue to help me to have a creative and loving response to God, others and nature.

Martin Chirwa
Diocese of Chipata
Zambia

My participation in RFMP has helped me to deepen my self-awareness. Through the workshop on self-esteem and other inputs, I have come to appreciate my giftedness. I am very grateful!

Anastasia Ebere
Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles, Nigeria

I am grateful to God, my Congregation and the entire Loreto House leadership team for the opportunity to participate in the Religious Formation Ministry Programme. It has been a journey of self discovery, encountering the other, personal growth and transformation. Among the various topics treated, I was touched by the inputs on emotions which has enabled me to be aware of my emotions, to welcome them as they are and to express them. This will go a long way in helping me in my encounter with others in my ministry.

Elizabeth Acheampong
Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles, Ghana

It was a great privilege for me to be a participant of the Religious Formation Ministry Programme during the year 2023 to 2024. The RFMP course has been a great inner journey of transformation for me personally along with my companions. It has brought a change in my perspectives and attitudes in understanding of Catholic Church and priesthood especially in making sense of a synodal church in the modern world.

Samikannu Sebastikkannu
Congregation of the Holy Spirit
India and Ireland

The RFM Programme has truly been a transformative journey for me, equipping me with numerous skills for personal growth and leadership. It has introduced me to a fresh perspective, emphasizing leading in harmony with creation. This approach encourages an empowering style of leadership, where both oneself and others collaborate towards a shared goal for the greater good. It is indeed a holistic journey that embraces culture and beauty.

Rose Mary Muttasseril

Disciples of the Divine Master

India/Ireland

During this year in Loreto House, I have learnt how to listen to others attentively using, not only my ears, but above all my heart and my whole body. The invitation towards listening to others with empathy, with the intention of understanding the other person’s feelings and “putting yourself in someone else’s shoes” has been a wonderful discovery for me.

Alicja Borońska
The Society of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Poland

The journey of formation is a journey of "unwrapping the gifts". It is a process and an on-going experience towards inner freedom. Formators are first to unwrap their own gifts so that they can empower others to do the same. This is the power of formation which is transformational and integrated and sums up what I experienced here in Loreto House.

Roque Rebito
Society of Mary
The Philippines

RFMP has been a magnificent experience of personal growth for me. It has really transformed me and enabled me to look at life with a more positive outlook. The contributions of the participants and the support of the team members made it a very enriching time for me.

Sophie Samiak
Sisters of Mercy
Papua New Guinea