Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Youth In Action 2009 - Give Peace A Chance



"From 19th to 26th July, young people from all over Europe flocked to the M.A. Centre Germany to participate in the 5th annual European Youth Exchange. 'Give Peace a Chance' was the theme of the week, which for the third time was generously funded by the EU's 'Youth in Action' programme. Br. Shubamrita and Bri Dipamrita presided over the retreat. Through their witty and lively talks they provided the youth with spiritual insight as well as concrete, practical solutions to bring about peace in various areas of life.
The atmosphere was very joyful, warm and accepting. A unique spirit of togetherness prevailed throughout the week. For many participants, this was a week to experience the unity of hearts, beyond the boundaries of nationality, religion or culture, a week to explore the power and impact that a common goal and unified action can have. It was a week that proved that peace does in fact have a chance if only we stand together and dare to try...."

Many thanks to Simone for sending this report. These are just excerpts but you can read the full text on www.amma-europe.org/youth-exch-07-09. Simone is the Ayudh contact in Ireland, email her at info.ireland@ayudh.eu for Ayudh info.

Enjoy the video clip below :)


2 comments:

  1. Hey, would love to see some pics of the group from Ireland that went to Youth In Action 09. Did anyone have a camera???
    AineB :)

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  2. Hey, have a look at this clip on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4edZ4rIWfk - it's David teaching about growing in small spaces at the Ayudh gathering, like a step-by-step guide.

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