First, the promise of a really good meal with nice folks. A desire to spend time in contemplation and reflection. Curiosity - a desire to learn more about the Lord, and the church. A nine-month program seems at first a little daunting. However, with planned breaks the process becomes more streamlined as the participants become more experienced.
All planning is done, first and foremost, prayerfully.
Our prayers go out to the Lord to send the people that He calls to come. This may be your year to participate in the LOBC process. Come and see. I've been a member of this church for twenty years. Each week's Bible reflection, using the synthesis model and shared in a small group, brings a heightened awareness of our selves in relation to the people and evens in scripture.