Do you feel that your life now has a clearer purpose?
I think that after experiencing Cursillos, I was able to rediscover my personal and spiritual purpose.
I’ve always been clear that I’m Catholic by conviction, although in recent years I’ve faced some obstacles. Living those three intense days of Cursillos motivated me to continue building my path hand in hand with God.
Talking and sharing with other Cursillistas gave me the opportunity to feel more secure and confident in the Christian values and principles I want to continue living by.
Cursillos helped me firmly reestablish certain habits that are very useful for continuing my daily work toward my life’s purpose.
What changed in you when you returned to your daily life?
I think one of the fundamental things that changed my life after experiencing Cursillos has been the way I experience God’s love in my life.
Having the sensitivity to receive the good things God wants for me and my family, and a renewed understanding of the Christian faith that brings me ever closer to the love God gives me.
I feel that every positive step I take in my life is a gift from God, and that every adverse situation I face is God telling me that He is with me and will not abandon me.
In my daily life, I strive to bring God’s word into every conversation I have, and I strive to ensure that my actions are consistent with my words, letting God be the center of my life.
In every situation, I find an opportunity to share God’s love in my life and with those closest to me in my family and social circles.
Cursillo gave me the opportunity to meet like-minded people—wonderful friends with whom I can share life’s various experiences—and with whom I am on the same wavelength as we continue on our paths hand in hand with God.
Cursillo also gave me the chance to connect spiritually and genuinely with God through various means, such as prayer, readings, the Eucharist, and Christian values that can be practiced daily.
Was there a particular word, phrase, or gesture that resonated deeply in your heart?
Yes, during a talk led by one of the priests, I expressed a genuine doubt that I personally had.
The doubt I had was this: “How is it possible that in a world where Christian values and principles have been diluted in society, I, as a Catholic, can make a positive change, if I’m just one more human being?”
And the priest’s answer was very clear and decisive, and it has changed my life in a positive way. He said: “Because Jesus Christ invites us to do the impossible where everything is possible.”
It was difficult to grasp its meaning, and it resonated very strongly in my heart.
And then I said, “Of course, because if everything were simple for a Catholic, where would Love and strength come from when things get complicated?” Because a Catholic loves God, and love comes from God, because God is love. (1 John 4:8).
