A few years ago our diocese conducted an anonymous survey of clergy and lay people using the SWOT method (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) to see if Cursillo is working effectively in our diocese. Below is a sampling of clergy comments.

"Emphatically yes, and I do! It's a powerful experience of a living and loving God. No small thing! An incredible resource for parishes."

"I do—it's an experience that enriches their spiritual journeys and prepares and energizes them for ministry."

"It's a jump start to spiritual life."

"Beautiful experience and good short course in Christianity"

"Cursillo opens up a new way of being Christian in today's world"

"It helps them establish a discipline of prayer, study, and action"

"Yes, to enhance spiritual formation and encourage daily application of Christian tenets."

"It's an excellent opportunity for intensive renewal and formation in a safe and continuing environment."

"Vital tool for spiritual development and encouraging deepened prayer life and greater involvement in parish ministries."

"I've seen people come back energized and ready to do the Lord's work."

"I have witnessed how many lay members become happy and more confident members afer the Cursillo experience. They are like yeast in the bread."

"Those who have participated report it as deeply meaningful and beneficial."

"A number of my parishioners have been, and have been blessed."

"Great program—produces church leaders."

"It is one of the greatest movements of God in the 20th-21st centuries for the spiritual renewal of the sacramental Church."

"I feel it offers another opportunity for people to grow in faith."

"I have seen lives changed at Cursillo weekends and in the 4th Day."

"It's a fine renewal retreat."

"Cursillo has potential to be transforming for many lay people."

"Good positive religious experience."

"It's a conversation that helps people go deeper in their own faith."