Adding to the theme for the retreat, Women of Virtue gleaned from Proverbs 31, ideas to bring across how women can use their initiative to become trail blazers in promoting Pope Francis’ Encyclical Laudato Si and save the world by living a zero-waste lifestyle was energetically delivered by Seet Huay Ping, a passionate advocate of this sustainable life style. To cut down on the use of paper cups, each lady was encouraged to bring her own cup which was later used in a reflective meditation for spiritual growth based on Joyce Rupp’s Cup of Life. The programme was planned in such a way that there was a blend of spiritual talks, praise and worship, prayers, reflection, sharing in discussion groups and a night of fun where the ladies could just let their hair down and be themselves as they creatively acted out their skits and danced to lively music. Everyone from the oldest 79 year old to the youngest, a 12 year old girl who came with her mum, enjoyed the night’s programme “Go Green”, with the sporting ladies dressed in all shades of green. One even donned a green wig to complete her ensemble whilst another innovative lady dressed as a farmer, complete with hat sans cangkul.

Many shared that the retreat made an impact in their lives and have expressed the wish to attend again the next year.