On 17 and 18 August, 14 Riebeek Girls, accompanied by Miss S. du Preez and Miss R. Meyers, attended the Worthy Women’s Conference at Father’s House in Port Elizabeth. Everyone had an amazing experience alongside some incredible perspective-shifting speeches and energised performances. With guest speakers, Merle Heideman, Women’s Ministry Leader at Father’s House and Dr Caroline Leaf, cognitive neuroscientist and author all the way from the United States of America. It was especially mind-awakening when Dr Leaf related science and God so beautifully and logically. There were amazing praise and worship sessions, panel discussions where women shared on their experiences and how God carried them through it. Most of our girls went crazy for all the amazing merchandise sold and used al of their pocket money on inspirational books and quality t-shirts and jewellery. The driving to and from the conference was tiresome, as we attended three sessions over the weekend. It was all worth it as the school’s minibus became pop-up make-up shop and makeover station. All so that the girls could look their utmost best at the conference. There was loud singing and chatting that made the trips to and from Uitenhage to Port Elizabeth so worth it. It was incredible to gather with hundreds of women from all over the Eastern Cape, with one woman attending all the way from the USA. The fellowship was great, with a wonderful atmosphere, quality beverages and tantalising food. Thank you to Miss R. Meyers and Miss S. du Preez for coordinating the conference and making it possible for us to attend this memorable event and for driving us safely to and from Uitenhage.
