Yet John H. Ritter's game is unfailingly hopeful and encouragingly positive. Although Parliament responded encouragingly, no actual work was done, and the problem remained. The people showed great interest and responded encouragingly to help in financial matters. Pope Francis has spoken encouragingly about charismatic renewal on many occasions. Valka encouragingly tells him he alone can unite humans and dragons. Encouragingly there has continued to be a year on year increase in competitor numbers. The afternoon fourballs started encouragingly for the US team. Their first LP was encouragingly nominated for Best Jazz Album in Canada's Juno Award 1985.