Hari Blair, aged 15, who goes to St David's RC Church in East Cowes as well as Christ the King College, said: "It was life-changing. The worship was beautiful, and you feel the presence of Jesus around you, and with the people around you. It's something I've never experienced before.

"I found peace and happiness I didn't have before, especially a sense of patience, which is difficult in a world where you are consciously watching or listening to things all the time."

Charlie Holt, who is also from Christ the King College, said: "The choir was heavenly in every form. It was a unique experience singing in Latin, German, and some Polish - along with French and English - and it helped with connecting others who weren't from the same country.

"I also found the silence one of the few opportunities I've had to pray without being disturbed by cars or children playing outside. I was also able to fully hear myself think as well which helped with my prayers to God and too others such as my family and people suffering from disease, war and famine. So it was the silence that helped me pray for those in need and that God would help them."

Amelie Reddecliff, aged 17, said: "I liked that we broke into smaller, international groups to talk about the passage that day. Also, we became a really close-knit group by the end of the week because we were sharing with each other and being vulnerable."

Classmate Matteo Marango said: "I found it a peaceful environment, especially as the worship includes 10 minutes of silence each time. I felt a lot calmer afterwards."

Harry Cooksey, 16, said: “My favourite part ws the songs and chants, because it sounds so beautiful when everyone sings. It's also good because it's not just one form of Christianity that you discover there.”

Pepper Bohol said the worship reminded her of worship back in the Philippines. And Kai Doidge said the inclusive atmosphere was very moving. Joshua Magura enjoyed the sense of community, while George Parkman said the experience made him feel more confident.