"This book compiles the work of the First lnternational Congress on Consecrated Life organized by the UISG and the USG... However, this speaks not only about the proceedings of the Congress but also about its presenters.
The presenters reflected and listened to thd; Spirit who assisted us all through our work and will continue to assist us in the challenges thal lie ahead."
Jose Maria Arnaiz, SM

"ln the hundredfold of consecrated life, there are special times when one learns to catch the stirrings of the Spirit. Congress 2004 appears to be an occasion of such grace. Those who participated left the experience savoring the wisdom of Habakkuk's prophetic message for all times: The vision still has its time, presses on to fulfillment, and will not disappoint; if it delays, wait for it, it will surely come (2:2-4)."'
Anne Munley, IHM

"We do not yet know the fruit of this Congress. However, we know that we want to discover alternative ways to present reality; to walk courageously so that our presence may nourish hope for a future of greater justice and solidarity, where political, economic, affective, religious and other relationships will be in accord with the plan of God's kingdom... We want to commit ourselves to experience a passion for Christ and passion for humanity in new contexts."
Sr. Therezinha Joana Rasera, SDS