The Gathering 2017 – meet the team
Published on May 31, 2017
The Gathering 2017 – meet the global planning team…
Bringing together over 60 leaders from across the Girls’ Brigade family, The Gathering 2017 will be held in Accra in Ghana on 5 – 12 August 2017. Building on the positive impact of the 2013 event in South Africa, The Gathering 2017 will bring together 18 – 35 year old GB women for a week of fun, faith development and fellowship.
GB International has commissioned a team of young women from across the world to plan and lead the event – let’s meet them.
Meet Chris (27) from Scotland (Girls’ Brigade Europe). She is The Gathering Facilitator and helps to lead the programme planning team.
Things that make me happy are puppies, frogs and Doctor Who.
How long have you been a member of GB? 22 years
Because of GB, I am… ME!
As a result of attending The Gathering, my hope is that YOU will… have a stronger heart for GB and God’s plans for it.
My personal prayer request is… that everything comes together as it should.
If Jesus sat next to you on a bus, what would you say to him? How can you use me today?
Meet Naa, 35, from Ghana (Girls’ Brigade Africa). She’s helping to lead the Ghana team who want to make sure that you feel right at home.
Things that make me happy are being with my GB sisters. Reading. Cooking.
How long have you been a member of GB? 17 years.
Because of GB, I am… bold, confident and empowered.
What excites you most about The Gathering? The opportunity to meet GBers from all over the world and to learn and experience Christ with them as well as make new friends.
As a result of attending The Gathering, my hope is that YOU will… have an even better and more closer walk with the Lord and learn ways to transform girls’ lves.
My personal prayer request is… to know the Lord better and continue to work in his vineyard.
If Jesus sat next to you on a bus, what would you say to him? Thank you Lord for making me your child.
Meet Sam, 31, from England (Girls’ Brigade Europe). She’s helping to plan and lead the Participation and Community sessions.
Things that make me happy are Girls’ Brigade, my friends & family including my cat Jaffa, visiting new places and learning new things.
How long have you been a member of GB? Since I was a teenager. I was a bit older when I joined GB.
Because of GB, I am…who I am today. It is thanks to GB that I joined the church, became a Christian and do the work I do.
What excites you most about The Gathering? It is bringing together the GB family.
As a result of attending The Gathering, my hope is that YOU will… learn more about yourselves, GB in other countries and feel closer to God.
My personal prayer request is… That I manage my work load to help me make time for all the Gathering planning work.
Meet Naomi, 26, from New Zealand (Girls’ Brigade Pacific). She’s helping to plan the Celebration and Advocacy sessions.
How long have you been a member of GB? 20 years
Because of GB, I am… part of a large global family with friends wherever I go.
Do you have a funny GB memory? If so, please share:
Looking back when I was about 10 and a bit mischievous I can remember we were doing a craft which involved scissors. I decided it was fun to test my hand eye coordination (which anyone who knows me will know this isn’t one of my strong points) by repeatedly shutting the scissors on a finger but trying to get the finger out before it closes. My leader told me to stop … but I kept going. Sure enough I ended up getting my finger which I thought was a pretty reasonable cut but I was too ashamed to admit it so I tried to keep my finger behind my back so that the leader wouldn’t notice.
What excites you most about The Gathering? It is a gathering of my family! An excellent opportunity to celebrate was has been GB but also to look forward to what could be future GB.
As a result of attending The Gathering, my hope is that YOU will… return home with a contagious passion after a week of being extended, equipped and empowered.
My personal prayer request is… Wisdom and time management.
Meet Esther, 26, from Nigeria (Girls’ Brigade Africa). She’s helping to plan the Equipping and Discipleship sessions.
Things that make me happy are having friends around and seeing people growing in their faith.
How long have you been a member of GB? From a very young age.
Because of GB, I am… loved by all and I am limitless.
What excites you most about The Gathering? A great opportunity of meeting with G.B. members around the world and also friends that feared God.
As a result of attending The Gathering, my hope is that YOU will… be transformed and well equipped..
My personal prayer request is… God should bless me and give me more of His wisdom to seek, serve and follow Christ.
Tracy, 36, from ‘Sunny Singapore’ (Girls’ Brigade Asia). She’s helping to plan the Equipping and Participation sessions.
Things that make me happy are travelling around the world, scuba diving and seeing how people grow from experiences .
How long have you been a member of GB? Since I was 8 years old (that’s a long time!).
Because of GB, I am… who and what I am today.
What excites you most about The Gathering? About meeting GB girls from all over the world!!!
As a result of attending The Gathering, my hope is that YOU will… Be rejuvenated and excited about God’s work in GB all over the world and know that you are not alone.
My personal prayer request is… serenity as I juggle my work commitment and the opportunity to attend the Gathering as well as journey’s mercies as I explore Africa after the Gathering.
Meet Safiya, 28, from Trinidad & Tobago (Girls’ Brigade Caribbean-Americas). She’s responsible for the Community and Celebration sessions.
Things that make me happy are travelling to new countries & eating new foods
What excites you most about The Gathering? Meeting up with friends I have not seen for some time and forming new relationships.
As a result of attending The Gathering, my hope is that you will… gain knowledge on all lessons taught and be able to educate girls
My personal prayer request is lives will be transformed for the betterment of God’s kingdom
If Jesus sat next to you on a bus, what would you say to him? Am I living a life that is pleasing to you?
Please continue to pray for the planning team (including the logistics team in Ghana) and all the participants attending this exciting event in August!
