When’s the last time you dared to dream? We had 8 Christian and Muslim girls doing just that at our poetry workshop today. See what Sapphire Griffith, one of the youth who attended, has to say:
Today, I attended a poetry workshop with “The Hummingbird” (Amanda Hemmings-poet) called “I have a dream”.
When I first heard about The Feast, I didn’t know what to expect. I had been told about what they did and what it was about, but I wanted to experience it for myself. My aunt invited me to a 3-day poetry workshop event, and I thought it would be a good idea for me to take part in the event, especially as it was free and I knew someone that was going.
We talked about our different faiths and what we personally believed in. It gave me the chance to explore my faith (Christianity) and what other people of the same faith’s views were. It also gave me the chance to learn about the Muslim faith and how similar it was to Christianity in some ways. I was pleased to see that everyone was co-operating well and involving themselves in the discussions. I felt comfortable discussing my views on Christianity, but when I first walked in, I felt a little scared because I was the only person not from Birmingham. However, everyone was friendly and easy to get along with. Everyone treated each other with respect and we all had a good time.
We discussed our future dreams and ambitions, and I realised how important my future is to me. I’ve always thought about my future, but after the first day of the workshop, I really began to contemplate on what my future looks like in my eyes. Everyone has an idea of what they want to be when they grow older but to get there, some changes may have to be made.
In my opinion, The Feast is an excellent way to learn not just about what different faiths believe, but also the similarities between them. It is also a good way for young people to make new friends, explore each other’s faiths in a sensible manner, recognise their own/each others talents, and learn new skills that will/may benefit them in the future. I really enjoyed myself and I am excited to come along tomorrow!
I think I might take up poetry properly instead of having it as just a hobby …
By Sapphire Griffith
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15 Comments on "“I Have a Dream…..”"
This workshop sounds rather interesting, I think its a good place to meet new people and to learn more about their beliefs instead of just guessing things and making things also it sounds like you can share your beliefs and thoughts which is good because everybody gets to say what they believe without being judged. Also its letting young women come together and share their views through poetry which is different but good because sometimes that’s the best way to share your thoughts.
This workshop can give young women confidence and I would like to see and hear more about it!
God Bless
Rhiannan
Thanks for this Rhiannan! Feel free to keep checking our events page and hopefully you’ll get to experience one of our events soon? Blessings x
it is nice to hear that different faith can come together and be friend
I’ve already written two poems. This workshop really gave me inspiration!
Two FANTASTIC poems! Looking forward to hearing you perform at our Poetry and Movie night tonight!
I took part in the workshops yesterday and i really enjoyed it because it was really inspiring and fun .
at the work shop it is really fun and the best about it yesterday was meeting people
I had a great time at the feast i made a lot of new friends!
This is my second day in the feast poetry workshop , and i am enjoying it so much. I get to express my feelings about god using art which is really fun.
Loved the artwork! We’ll be showing it off tonight
I am really enjoying my time at the feast poetry workshop it has been really fun as i have met lots of diffrent people and had lots of fun.
See! And to think you were so nervous about not knowing anyone when you got there. It was great having you – looking forward to your performance tonight too
It’s great to see the Feast continues to be so creative in reaching out to Christian and Muslims. What a enormous difference it would have made to this country if the Feast had existed 30 years ago. Still, you can’t change the past but it’s wonderful to see how the Feast is shaping Britain’s future.
The feast sounds like an awesome programme!! This is the first I’ve heard of it but it seems like a really great idea. Having young people from different faiths come together and share their faith with others, learning about themselves and others! If it isn’t already it sounds like the sort of programme that should be rolled out across the country, especially in other major cities and towns, as it seems like a good way to foster respect!!
Keep up the great work and poetry!!
Shekinah, thanks for such a lovely comment.
Sounds awesome? It IS awesome! lol. I was really pleased with our young poets. We’ll hopefully be sharing some of their work soon.
In terms of rolling it out we’re looking it and have some exciting opportunities coming up. We’re always looking for people to volunteer with us so if you ever want to come and ‘check us out’ feel free to let me know- we’d love to welcome you