WOMEN IN ACTION

This last Friday, 180 young ladies have gathered together to participate of one more Girls’ Talk held every Friday afternoons in our Cathedral of Faith, at 4pm. They come from several branches to participate of this special meeting with the purpose of learning more on how to become precious women of God and how to cope with peer pressure proper to their age group, be in school or work environment.

Particularly in this last meeting, girls  were surprised by a different activity and had a a beautician teaching how to apply a light and perfect make up. They have enjoyed the opportunity and had a good time together.

They are looking forward for what is the next surporise in store. Girls from Cape Town, do not miss out your last appointment.

Obviously we desire to lead young girls and women to become exemplary women of God.  But that can only come about when God’s principals are lived out and valued above all the world has to offer.  The common direction that the world is taking women, is leading them away from the God-given blessings and responsibilities that were given to us from the time of Creation.  Our uniqueness as women is being blurred by philosophies of feminism and immorality that fills every aspect of our culture.

The Sisterhood is meant to be a refuge from those negative attitudes and also a place where true womanhood can grow and flourish through the Biblically based teaching and encouragement of the leadership, and the bonds of friendship that will be formed among other young women of faith.

Most women are asking, “What does it mean to be a fulfilled as a woman?”  Our goal is to be God’s living answer to that question, an example to the world around us that God’s Way leads to the best, most abundant life ever imagined.

Your last chance to join this first Rush Week and Rush Month is on the 14/02, at 2pm, First Hall, Old Park Station Church – Do not miss it!

Every single Pare de Sufrir (Stop Suffering) Newsletter is now talking about this Sisterhood thing… I look at some of the Sisterhood members and… yeah, they look happy, even trendy, but is that something I want for myself? Would I fit in?
First of all, anyone can fit in the Sisterhood if they’re between 14 and 30 years old and willing to be a woman of God. The secret is in that word ‘willing’.
When we’re really willing, nothing stops us, nothing is too hard, nothing is impossible. When a young woman wants something in her life, she goes after it and does not stop until she gets it, be it a career, a diploma, or even a relationship. If you’re willing to be a woman of God, you’re willing to change to become one and that is enough to fit in!
A woman of God is not religious or someone who can dictate the whole Bible. A woman of God represents God here on Earth. She’s a reference of Him to her family, friends, and even strangers. She’s an example to be followed, and unlike the Hollywood celebrities, she truly lives what she preaches to the point of attracting people’s admiration and respect… and that’s when people start wanting to have what she has: God.
This is what the Sisterhood is about. To help you, as a young woman, become this referential everywhere you go and in everything you do. We’ll help you deal with your problems the godly way. We’ll insure that you grow in every single month, with personalised tasks just for you.
It this too good to be true? No really, it’s good and it’s true. The Sisterhood started last December with 17 young women in the Church and we already have testimonies from most of them. They’ve become a better version of themselves and yet, didn’t lose any of their personality. The Sisterhood believes every woman is unique and so we aim to keep it that way.
It’s not free though. Only 20 of all the candidates will make it this next Rush month of March so get your form today from the pastor’s wife, take a look at all the requirements you’ll need to fulfil before applying and being interviewed during Rush week (last week of February) by one of the Big Sisters. Applications after Rush week will not be accepted until the following Rush week in a few months’ time.

Cristiane Cardoso

This is the contribution of Susan Chauke and I felt compelled to share with you all! I hope you can realize how valuable you are:

I sometimes wonder if the women in our societies understand the meaning of self-love. I see young women ruining their life by giving themselves to the worldy man in the name of love. One Pastor once said that if a man really loves you he will marry you to show it. But our young women out there fall for anyone who promises them all the worldly possessions. Money and materialistic things never brought any true happiness or true fulfillment. As a cliche’ one can have the world but still be the most lonly person.

I find it hard to understands why is that our young women are always trying to find someone to complete them. No one can ever complete us exept for The Lord Jesus because in Him all is complete. One has to be a complete human being in order to have a meaningful relationship with the other person.

Ladies, we are worth more that all the money in the world, we must not sell ourselves cheap. We are beautiful, smart, loving, warm and so much more we have so much to offer- don’t be fooled by the things of the world. All we will ever need is found in Jesus- Seek firt the Kingdom of God and everything else will be added unto you- this is not me speaking, these are the words of God.

I think is about time we realise how valuable and special we are.

Women of God, you are worth more than you will ever know. God wants our hearts so that He can give us the desires of our hearts.

In South Africa, HIV is spread mainly through sexual contact between men and women (Department of Education, 1999). An estimated 7 million South Africans are HIV-positive with the highest prevalence rates among young people, especially teenage girls (Department of Education, 1999, 2001; Coombe, 2002). Findings of a HIV/AIDS survey by the South African Department of Health among pregnant women attending public antenatal clinics show that the prevalence of HIV/ AIDS among pregnant women under the age of 20 years has risen 65.4% from 1997 to 1998 (Department of Education, 1999).

The scale of the AIDS epidemic among youth in South Africa is enormous and HIV/AIDS continues its deadly course. Throughout South Africa, the AIDS epidemic is affecting large number of adolescents, leading to serious psychological, social, economic, and educational problems (Department of Education, 2001; Coombe, 2002).

When it is considered that 40% of the South African population is less than 15 years of age and that 15.64% of the South African youth between the ages of 15-24 is infected with HIV, one recognizes that HIV/AIDS represents a devastating pandemic among the youth of South Africa (Coombe, 2002; Department of Education, 2001). This points to the need for research on the sexual behavior of this group. Information on existing knowledge about the sexual behavior among adolescents can provide an important base for educational interventions aimed at reducing further transmission. What is being written could be crucial in informing the course and impact of the disease, and how its effects can be systematically addressed. This is especially the case with respect to educational research and publications. It is therefore important to have a clear sense of what is being researched and published (however limited) on this subject (sexual behavior of adolescents) in South Africa today.

Source: bnet talkback

On Mothers day we often get so worried about what present we will give our mothers or what new surprises we can come up with…

As I am so far from my Mom I usually try to come up with something for her special day…

Most moms did the best they new how…It is not unusual for daughters to have resentments against their mothers…It happens for different reasons. Sometimes they feel their mother did not protect them enough, or didn’t support her family, or they resent their mothers because she mistreated your dad, or they never really felt loved by her, or never heard their mother say how proud they were of them, or they feel the mother only points out their mistake or their failure, or you resent not having a father.

Whatever reasons you might have think about this:

The truth is people do what they think is right without meditating upon the consequences.

Maybe your mom really failed you, but today you have the opportunity to give the best gift that is your forgiveness or start treating your mother as your friend and not the enemy.

Call your mom and tell her things you never did before!

“Honor your mother and father”

Is there a better way to honor her than becoming her new best friend?

Aline Passos

WiA member, Cape Town

During the month of September, Donna  Onwubiko, proudly member of WiA Nigeria, has promoted the first Girl’s Talk at our UCKG in Lagos talking about several subjects that highly impact our Youth of today. Interesting to mention is that many married women have joined the program thirsty to hear the message so that they can share with their daughters, sisters and friends.

Take a look in this beautiful group

If I don’t wear that kind of clothe I will be mocked; If I don’t go to that party, people will say I am a nerd; if I don’t speak like them they will humiliate me; If I tell them I go to church they will make fun of me.

These are some of the things a teen and youth go trough every single day. It is no secret everyone wants to be loved, fit in, be accepted, and be respected.

And many Christian young ladies are just giving in to peer pressure. When they enter their schools, they hide who they really are putting God at the end of the queue in order to please the world.

I will never forget a 17 year old I met that came to speak to me and was addicted in alcohol and drugs, had 2 children each one from a different father. When I looked at her I could never say she was 17 she looked like 30 or more….

Many times teens think that they will just do that little thing that they convince themselves that it has no harm on it…and they drag themselves to the bottom of the pit.

I grew up being despised at school…I was never popular, I was never full of friends

I never fitted in…Only God knows the sensation we have on those days…But today I am so happy cause I did not give in to peer pressure…I never smoked, never drunk, never engaged my self in inappropriate relationships; so yes, it is possible even against all odds.

Don’t give in! The bible says: “Flee the evil desires of youth, and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.” 2 Timothy 2:22

Contribution of Aline Passos

Proud Member of WiA – Mother City, Cape Town