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    What People Are Saying About Ignite
      “I am delighted that the Ignite Conference 2010 is to be held in the Archdiocese of Brisbane.

      I’m sure it will be an opportunity for the youth of the Archdiocese and for many visitors to encounter Christ and to receive formation which will strengthen them in their faith.”

      Archbishop John Bathersby
      Archbishop of Brisbane
    • Ignite was a great experience for our students. It was like nothing they have ever been to before and it opened their eyes to the possibility of worship that is alive and engaging. It was well organised and planned.
      • Kate Nestor, Lismore Catholic Education

    • The rallies were a real highlight. They contributed to the uplifting atmosphere of the conference. It's great to see people singing and worshipping wholeheartedly, and how this enthusiasm spreads to all those in the room.
      • Jodie Rich, teacher from Port Macquarie

    • My highlight was the incredibly moving testimonies of faith, the strength of character of all who presented, and seeing young people engaged and exploring their relationship with God.
      • Benita de Vincentiis, Darwin Diocese Youth Coordinator

    • Ignite 09 was brilliantly organised, wonderfully and powerfully presented, and included such spirit-filled moments; deeply life-giving and Christ-centred moments; and authentically Catholic experiences and expressions - overall it was just superb, a truly magnificent conference.
      • Fr Richard Healy, Wollongong Diocese

    • The opportunities that were presented to praise and worship through so many different mediums - ie. Adoration, night rallies, Mass. These experiences allowed me to further my faith as seeing other young people, like myself, give such reverence and respect to our faith was inspiring.
      • Cassie, Yr 12, Gold Coast

    • Ignite was a truly awesome experience, which I believe allowed me get to a closer place with God.
      • Stephen, Yr 11, Jimboomba

    • Ignite connected with the sacred tradition of the Church with the youth of today in such a beautiful and powerful way.
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    • Thanks to Ignite I have discovered some of my passions and gifts, and kickstarted my faith.
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    • Ignite was a life-changing experience for me and I can't wait to come back again in 2010. The Friday night was my highlight because I definitely experienced the Holy Spirit and it was a very moving night.
      • Jessica, Yr 9, Coffs Harbour

    • This conference was huge, professional and produced good fruit. It has made me realise how blessed I am to witness these rivers flowing in the desert.
      • Ciara, 27, NSW

    • My highlight was just seeing so many faith-filled people. I mean, 700 young people willingly going to a 90 minute Mass on a Friday morning? Enough said.
      • Simon, 19, Brisbane

    • My highlight was to be able to talk to fellow ministers about ideas for my parish and being able to hear God's call for me.
      • Angela, 27, Armidale

    • The highlight for me was growing in my faith, and now being able to evangelise about God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit without a fear of being laughed at. Over the three days I was able to love God more than I thought I could, I was able to express myself in a way that I thought I would not be able to in school and at home. It has made me better equipped for the road ahead with graduating school and moving forward with my life.
      • Jess, Yr 12, Brisbane

    • For the first time, I heard God speak to me. It was such a surreal, amazing experience. I hate crying and have barely done so in years, but as soon as he spoke I broke down in tears of joy. I never thought I'd hear him speak to me!
      • Sharna, 18, Brisbane

    • I absolutely loved it and will be at the next one. Our group has already taken on the topic of Rivers in the Desert [the theme from 2009] to heart and are experiencing growth in many facets of our parish life and this is visible at the moment.
      • Paul, 27, Brisbane

    • The workshops inspired me and helped me develop my faith more. Ignite changed my view on worship.
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