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INTERVIEW people would say. What can such women do? Nobody is telling you to leave your husband but you have to find a solution. If the man beats you and you die, those children will be alone. You better ask for help so they can tell you how to handle him. Would you say, IWPC has served its purpose over the years? It has and it is still serving. From IWPC, we established Rehoboth Home and recently, there is a 12-year-old girl they saw on the road and this girl does not have anybody. She was living in an uncompleted building and somebody brought her to us. I have taken her in and she has started school. As part of your birthday celebrations recently, you gave out food items, clothing and medical care. Why did you choose to celebrate this way? It is basically to sow into people’s lives and help them stay alive. When I turned 60, I did an outreach on cervical cancer screening.This time, for my 70th birthday, we decided to touch people’s lives in a different way, by supplying clothing, foodstuff and providing free medical services, to support people in the little way we can. What childhood memories shaped you into the woman that you are today? I already told you that I grew up with grandma. Life was tough. Even, when I came into the ministry, it wasn’t easy. Grandma didn’t believe in grinding pepper. You will have to pound it. You know how difficult it is to pound dry pepper. And, we trekked to school. We didn’t have a car. We usually walked from St. Barths to Uwani in Enugu. When we returned from school, grandma would not have cooked. The egusi to be used will be waiting for you. You will do it, or else, you won’t eat. Life was tough. Even when I came into the ministry, it wasn’t that rosy. I drank gari without sugar and milk. But look at it today. If I don’t want to eat, I don’t want to eat because of weight. You just have to trust and believe God. It was tough, but if you are ready to put your eyes on Jesus, you will do more than I have been able to do today. How do you juggle your daily activities? I believe in planning. I am a woman that plans my day, my week, my everything. It’s not by chance. What do you love about being a pastor? It gives me extra joy when I see that I can help someone become somebody. Some of the girls are university graduates that went through the home. It gives me extra joy. What would you say are some of the challenges encountered by pastor’s wives and what is your advice for them? As a pastor’s wife, one of the challenges you face is that everything that is wrong in the church is your fault. The men are always right. You will not hear that their pastor did this; rather it is their wives did this. Also, you should make sure you are a woman that is under the pastor. For everything you want to do, your husband must know about it, so he can give you his blessings. As a pastor’s wife, don’t select those you would love and those you won’t love. As a pastor’s wife, you don’t talk too much. You pick and choose what you say. Even when you are suffering, don’t go and tell your members we don’t have food today in the house, can you borrow me some money? It’s not acceptable. I told you, I drank gari. There are members that I could have asked for food. Believe God for everything. There was a time we had scarcity of eggs in Nigeria and that time, my first daughter was still alive and I used to boil egg for her but that day, we didn’t have any eggs at home. Somebody from Ojo road church, or was it Obanikoro church, was going to supply eggs and she heard in her spirit, “keep one crate for Rev. Peace” and she brought it. That was how God met the need of egg for the family. You must be a woman of prayer. The Bible says God supplies all our needs, he didn’t say some. Make the Holy Spirit your partner, he would tell you, he would direct you and don’t live in competition. I don’t like to live above my means. Those that compare themselves with others are not wise. If God wants you to have something, He will give it to you. What is it that makes you smile even in the midst of challenges? The goodness of God is running after me. Nothing happens to us by accident. I say life is low and high; good, bad and ugly. If you are able to take the good one, you should be able to stand when it’s ugly and still know that God is in control of your life. I live and depend on God. So, I have surrendered to him, why wouldn’t I laugh?. I smile all the time. I think it’s a gift because a lot of people have commented on it. ‘That once you come into her office and she smiles, everything just gets okay.’ It’s not me its God. Let’s look at the good and the bad side of life as you said. What were some of life’s most challenging period for you? The good side is when I married the Bishop, and when I had my first child. The bad side was when my first daughter died and when we lost Bishop’s brother (the doctor), it was bad. One thing we have to do in life is, we have to look up to Jesus. If he allows it, can we question Him? Our lives are in His hands. That is what I have learnt over the years. Everything that comes to me passes through the hands of Jesus. If Jesus allows it, I allow it. I keep on serving. What is your take on the rising state of immorality in children? We should not stop praying for our children and lead them in the right direction. Let your child know God for himself or herself. It’s very important because we are consumed with the idea of what we want our children to be in future; ‘I want my daughter to be a doctor, a lawyer’. Let your daughter know God first, ‘Seek ye first the kingdom of God all other tings shall be added unto you’. I pray for children these days because of what is happening in the society. Do the much you can as a parent, and leave the rest to God. What is your definition of fashion? Fashion to me is wear what fits you. Wear something smart, that fits you, something you can look in the mirror and say, ‘this is good’ and what God will be proud of. How do you take care of your skin? Do you have a beauty regimen? I don’t do much; I take my bath and use a moisturizer. I don’t use medicated soap. I make sure I wash my face every night. I don’t go to bed with makeup. 2023 is around the corner, do you think more women should come up for elective positions in 2023? I don’t mind that. Women are very smart. If a woman was ruling this country, it would have been nice. Honestly, look at the few places women handled, the difference is clear. The day a woman will become the president of Nigeria, you will see the difference because women do things the right way. What is your message to women who do not like to vote? Let them come out to vote let us put the right person there, because if we don’t, then, we can’t complain. We should ask God to guide us so that the right people can take over government. Life is ups and downs, good and bad, but you just have to trust God June 12, 2022 / 5
...CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS WEEK with Adesuwa 07052403531 | adesuwaewoigbokhan@hotmail.com PARENTING SEX EDUCATION hildren are more likely to speak about C all the other trials of adolescence such as anxiety, depression, relationships and the use of drugs and alcohol, as well as sexual issues once you able to cultivate a trust relationship by keeping the communication line open. Make sure they are getting the right information, be your child’s first source of information when it comes to sex. Understanding the correct information can protect them from risky behaviour as they grow into adulthood. There’s place of instilling your family values in the kids-Sex education also helps to provide that platform. For instance, if you happen to come from a family that believes in sex after marriage, this can be part of the discussions about sexuality but if on the other hand, the subject has never been up for conversation before now, there is tendency your teenage child may not be receptive to the topic. A child’s exposure to information about sex should actually start early, avoiding it means you will have little control over what and how they learn about sex because, they would have picked one or two stuffs from their peers, school and the internet. This information can be incomplete and may be incorrect and may also be demeaning or even dangerous if not reviewed. Agreed the media is full of sex and sexuality, it is often depicted in the most sensational and superficial sense for their target audience. Hardly before one will read or see a realistic portrayal of relationships and sexuality because of what they call ‘packaging’, fake life. More often, stories around sex and sexuality are just make believe, either without any context or without any emotional or relationship component. And the risks of sexual activity are often downplayed in the media. It’s actually safe to teach your child sex education than no sex education- Studies have shown that, more children are being exposed to sexual images in the media and the possibility of them indulging in sexual behaviours at a younger age is very high. Actual sex education does not usually lead to immorality since children who receive sex education at home are less likely to copulate in risky sexual act. It pays to have healthy communications with one’s children about sexual activity. In the long run, it’s safer. It might not be easy or without awkward moments seeing that most teens are very private. You talking about sex early increases the chance he/she will approach you as a parent when in difficult or if dangerous things come up and this will be worth everyone’s time. The role of parents can never be over flogged and it’s important that you teach your child that having sex is not a recreational game to be engaged in before wedlock. Logical effects of sex outside marriage are: * Abortion * Kids born out of wedlock * Sexually transmitted diseases And parents may not even be aware that the child is struggling with depression due to issues like invasive procedure such as abortion. Children are a gift of life from God and parents are granted stewardship of these precious gems. Hence, it’s the prerogative right of parents to work with trusted professionals and institutions in building hedge around their children who are vulnerable to sex molestation and sexual abuse. With unified effort, parents can build a safe environment for their children such that they gain wisdom and knowledge as they grow from one phase of life to another. PRO TIP: Whether well educated or not educated, every father and mother or guardian can be equipped with the right tools to teach and impart moral values to his/her child- Our kids need guidance, too many distractions around that can lead them astray if not properly steered in the right direction. Things to Consider while designing your bedroom Bedrooms are more than just rooms. They serve as your personal sanctuary. Whenever you return after a long day, it is where you recharge for the next one. Keeping that in mind, bedroom decor ideas can help create a perfect haven. Light Lighting is one of the most important things to consider when designing or decorating your bedroom. Do you have a lot of natural light in your room? What are the light sources in your room? This will also tell you what window treatments you will need or want and what other fixtures you will have to install to illuminate the room. Paint Colours or paints can be used to express a mood or feel in a room. A subtle touch makes all the difference. A change in paint colour changes the whole feel of the place. The most popular bedroom colours are neutrals or white. To promote a calmer sleep, light or pale blue is recommended. 6 / June 12, 2022 bedroom light Bed A bedroom isn’t a bedroom without a bed, of course. However, be sure to purchase your bed only after seeing the bedroom, painting it, and considering the lighting sources. Most importantly, consider the room’s size. Whether you want a glam bed, a rustic bed, a boho bed, or a simple bed, go for it! Window Treatment Curtains or blinds? Or both? Window treatments are a key feature of any bedroom decor. Selecting the perfect curtain is something you should do. A curtain can easily be changed, updated, or mixed and matched. It does not have to be expensive. Seating Often, I hear this, why do we need seats when we can sit on the bed? That’s actually a good point. However, if you have a room with ample space and you choose to fill up the room, finding a chair or bench would be a great solution. Night Stand Having a night stand next to your bed is more than just bedroom decor ideas. It’s a great way for added storage and when you have things you always use, like phone, charger. Closet and Storage These are must-haves in the bedroom. If you have a separate closet room where it’s more than enough for your personal things, lucky you! But for those that need more avenues for storage, you can explore armoire, dresser, or accessory mirror storage, hanging or floating shelves. side rug curtains night stand closet
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