History Must Tell Herstory: WFWP Virginia
On the 25th of March, 2023, Women’s Federation for World Peace (WFWP) Virginia held its annual collaborative gathering with Heavenly Couples In Ministry to celebrate Women's History Month. The event ‘Enterprising Women of Faith Birthing a Heavenly World Together, History Must Tell HerStory’ featured two guest speakers, Dr. Wilhelmina Ford, and Dr. Emily DeCarlo.
Recording links of this program: Part 1: https://youtu.be/SHancct8KFw , Part 2: https://youtu.be/PAha7nGH7ew
The program started with Pastor Vincent Wright introducing the emcee, his wife, Cheryl Wright. It followed with her giving welcoming remarks. Next were two inspirational readings. WFWP supporter, Bruce Clarke, read from the scripture, Proverbs: 31: 10– 29. This Bible excerpt reminds us of the value of women and that women should be praised for their accomplishments. Theresa Rozier followed by reading parts of the message "Women's Role in World Peace" by Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, the Mother of Peace. The speech discusses the role of a true woman and the meaning of true love and sacrifice is to live for the sake of others.
Next on the agenda was Ayano Adrien, WFWP Virginia representative, to talk about the purpose of the event, which is highlighting women and celebrating womanhood in a family setting, where men, our partners, husbands, sons, uncles etc….join in uplifting the value and divine significance of Herstory —telling and promoting the essence of true womanhood everywhere. The program revibrated this heart and purpose with special greetings by WFWP National Advisor Dr. Angelika Selle and the new WFWP USA President, Kaeleigh Moffitt, In her greetings Dr. Selle highlighted the important role of women at this time as peacemakers and peace leaders in the home and beyond, especially those who have “stood the test” of overcoming often unimaginable problems and therefore are called and qualified to bring solutions to our troubled world with a Mother’s heart.
President Kaeleigh then elaborated on the Mother’s Heart as exemplified by WFWP’s founder, Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, who seeks to embrace all 8 billion people in the world as God’s children reaching out and embracing religious leaders of all faiths, heads of states, people of different races to show through her leadership that there is no separation because of our differences.
The program proceeded with Fr. Bayo Adrien, WFWP supporter and Heavenly Couples convener, introducing the highlights-HerStory honorees. The highlight of the event were two remarkable women telling their stories. The first speaker was Dr. Wilhelmina Ford, whose life mission is HELP, which stands for Helping Every Living Person. She grew up in humble beginnings without a mother but was raised by her strong grandmother, who taught her the importance of having a relationship with God. Even though she experienced hardship and grew up with very little, she learned about the value of gratitude and today is making it her mission to help others in need.
The second featured speaker Dr. Emily DeCarlo talked about her life of faith and the importance of repentance. She also stressed the importance of each individual being a miracle and read from her children's book, Miracle Me.
Jane Wells, who told her story at last year's event, commented on the guest speakers. She talked about the importance of creating a space for God and using fear as fuel for something positive.
The event also highlighted young ‘Enterprising Women of Faith’; like Elder Cheryl Wright, who introduced her organization/ business Simple Order. Its mission statement is to improve women's lives so that they can focus on the things that matter, such as their families and their lives of faith. After that, Ayano Adrien, talked about the WFWP's mission and vision and the wonderful empowering resourceful benefits one receives upon becoming a WFWP member, a Herstory Awardee and/or part of the Global Women Peace Network. The program ended with closing remarks by Bishop Dr. Patra Kidwell Rolle, representing Heavenly Couples, founder of God's Ministry international.
The event was uplifting and celebrated womanhood, intergenerationally. Women were telling their inspirational stories, messages, and life of faith. It was a joyous event that encouraged all participants.
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