Like the parable of the mustard seed, a tiny seed was sown in June 1966 when Fr George D’Sa SJ (who subsequently became the Founder Director of the Youth Formation Movement) gave a retreat to a small group of 25 SSC students in Bom Jesus Retreat House. This retreat awakened in Fr George the need to transform the youth in order to bring peace, unity and justice in the family, society, country and the world at large. He saw how precious and enthusiastic the youth were, so full of good will and sincerity, ready to sacrifice themselves for their fellow human beings and country. They only needed guidance and if they were put on the right path at this tender age, they would take care of the future, bring peace, unity and goodwill wherever they were. Little did he know that this tiny seed would sprout and spread far and wide all throughout the world.