Throughout the conference, the attendees participated in skill-building activities and motivational discussions that sought to build their confidence and inspire them to achieve their full potential.
The importance of faith was emphasized, as well, and several speakers lectured about the role God plays in recognizing one’s calling in life. Bibles were also distributed to the attendees.
Many activities were available to the women, who were encouraged to participate in different activities based on their age group. All of the events revolved around the conference’s theme, “In Pursuit.”
Girls in grades four through six were grouped together and given the chance to participate in a number of activities, including cheer leading, theater, a scavenger hunt and a discussion about “mean girls.”
“Even after this weekend ends, we pray that you will continue to pursue time and space with God,” said One Girl leader Claudia Mitchell, who also spoke with the girls about what it means to pursue a dream.
Attendees enrolled in grades seven through 12 partook in a variety of sessions devoted to topics such as personal finance, fashion and jewelry, social media and homosexuality.
After receiving complimentary gift bags, the mothers were also given the option to participate in a mentoring activity led by Cary Curry. who stressed the importance of having a mentor in life.
Team-building activities and leadership exercises followed suit. The attendees broke off into smaller groups.
Afterward, the girls participated in a shoe-cutting project to benefit Sole Hope, a nonprofit organization that provides shoes to Ugandan children in need.
Using old jeans and milk cartons, the women crafted several pairs of makeshift shoes that will be sent to areas in Uganda where many people are without shoes. A lack of adequate footwear can lead to a variety of infections that can result in paralysis or even death, according to the organization’s website.
After feasting upon chicken, courtesy of Chick-fil-A, the crowd was treated to a live performance by a Christian rock band.
The conference closed with a convocation of prayer and a performance by musician and worship leader David Clark , who sang to the crowd of almost 300.
“Set a fire down in my soul that I can’t contain,” Clark sang as the audience waved their hands. “Because I want more of you, God.”
