What I noticed most though was that the spirit of excitement and enthusiasm was maintained even as the delegates were leaving the conference and heading back to their parishes.  There is a definite sense that God is at work in our diocese, and the clergy/lay leaders in attendance displayed a constant and a genuine excitement and passion to be a part of that work.  Despite the many hardships and frustrations which can come from ministry, there was true excitement and expectation that God would continue to work miracles in our churches and in our communities.  I found it inspirational to be part of such a group.