"We want to let our inactive brothers and sisters know that they always have a place in the Church and that we are hurt by their absence -- as they are. We want to show our regret for any misunderstandings or mistreatment. And we want to help them see that, however they feel about the Church, we want to talk with them, share with them, and accept them as brothers and sisters. Every Catholic can be a minister of welcome, reconciliation, and understanding to those who have stopped practicing the faith." - Go and Make Disciples, United States Catholic Bishops, 1992

"Landings has been an opportunity for members of our faith community to share their faith journeys with those wanting to return to the Church. It is also a valuable time for them to learn about the changes that have occurred in the Church over the years. We hope that the returning Catholics will bond with one another and with members of our Landings team and will experience our parish as a permanent, welcoming family." - Fran Rajotte, Landings Team Leader, St. Matthew Church, Franklin, TN

"Landings works because of the opportunity to pray together, share faith journeys, discuss Catholic themes, and answer questions all in an environment built on faith, trust and acceptance. The gifts of faith enrichment, compassion and understanding that Landings team members have received by participating in this ministry, have far surpassed our expectations." - Mary Hayden and Dottie Grief, Landings Team Leaders, Holy Family Church, Brentwood, TN