Join Gideons and Gideons’ Wives in Krugersdorp as we gather to worship, learn and root ourselves in God’s Holy Word, allowing the Holy Spirit to prepare us to sharpen the edge for the work ahead.
1-3
October 2026
Usambara
Krugersdorp, South Africa
10:10
Ecclesiastes
Welcome
Come and sharpen the edge
At the 2026 National Convention, Gideons and Gideons’ Wives come together to worship and learn, rooting ourselves in God’s Holy Word and allowing the Holy Spirit to prepare us for the work ahead. Experience the special moments that shape ministry, and reunite with fellow members for an encouraging time with your family.
“If the ax is not sharp and he does not make it sharp, then he must use more strength. Wisdom helps one to do well.”
convention venue
Join us in Krugersdorp
Usambara Venue
16, N14 &, Steyn Rd, Krugersdorp, 1742
our line-up
Our speakers & Artists
André du Plessis
International Vice President
Deena Hubler
Former International President: Gideons’ Wives
Pastor Jean Symons
Bible Speaker
Reverend Ivor Swartz
Bible Speaker
Dewald Gouws
Worship Leader & Guest Artist
Stella
Guest Artists
Youth Program
The youth program is vital for nurturing the next generation of believers. It helps young individuals grow in their faith, discover their unique gifts, and build a strong foundation in Christ. The program provides a supportive environment for exploring their spiritual journey and engaging in meaningful discussions. Through activities like Bible studies, worship sessions, community service, and fellowship gatherings, the youth program fosters belonging and companionship.
three days together
The Program
Afternoon
Registration
Mponde, patio area
17:30
Light dinner
Mponde, patio area
SESSION 1 (JOINT)
Mponde
Evening
18:30
Moderator
Piet Spies, Regional Leader, Region 1
Call to order
Corné de Jager, National President
Praise and worship
Dewald Gouws
Scripture reading and prayer
Johan & Pikkie du Plessis, Kimberley
Welcoming guests
Werner Pretorius, Chairman of the Convention Steering Committee
Welcoming and introducing special guests
Corné de Jager, National President
Guest artist
Dewald Gouws
Salvation testimony
Imran Khan
Bible message 1
Pastor Jean Symons
Sharpen the edge – Identity & messaging
André du Plessis, International Vice-President
Sharpen the edge in the international countries – Mozambique, Angola & Namibia
Awie Thomas, International Field Officer
“With Our Lord” – In remembrance
Video
Announcements
Piet Spies
Prayer
Ralph Rabie, Sandton
Adjourn
20:30
Gideons & Gideons’ Wives evening prayer JOINT
Amani Chapel
Kuben Moodley, National Spiritual Leader
Morning
07:30
Gideons’ Morning Devotion
Amani Chapel
Kuben Moodley, National Spiritual Leader
Gideons’ Wives’ Morning Devotion
Magali
Erna Hattingh, Convention Spiritual Leader: Gideons’ Wives
SESSION 2 (JOINT)
Mponde
08:15
Moderator
Werner Pretorius, Regional Leader, region 2
Praise and worship
Dewald Gouws
Scripture reading and prayer
Prof. Clinton & Sweeta Aigbovboa, Randburg
Acting National Treasurer’s report
AJ Wohlfahrt, Krugersdorp
National President‘s address
Corné de Jager, Bethlehem
A season of abundance – Ministry emphasis South Africa
Video
Gideons’ Wives National President’s address
Ané Esterhuizen, Thabazimbi
Sharpen the edge – Introduction
Pierre le Grange, International Trustee
Announcements
Werner Pretorius
Prayer
Jimmy van der Linde, Kimberley
Adjourn Morning Tea
SESSION 3 (JOINT)
Mponde
10:30
Moderator
Gerdus Wilcocks, Parys
Praise and worship
Dewald Gouws
Bible message 2
Pastor Jean Symons
Executive Director’s report
Leon van der Merwe, National Executive Director
Announcements
Gerdus Wilcocks
Prayer
Ronald Bartie, Vereeniging
Adjourn
11:50
SESSION 4 (SEPARATE)
Amani Chapel
Moderator
Carl Visagie, Regional Leader, region 3
Praise and worship
Dewald Gouws
Scripture reading and prayer
Dirk Potgieter & Johann Carstens, Boksburg
Salvation testimony
Lawrence Shaai
Sharpen the edge – Membership
Jan Wessels, Leader Ministry Ambassadors
Member testimonies – Across the world
Video
Sharpen the edge in the international countries – Madagascar, Mayotte, Reunion, Mauritius
Eugene Pienaar, International Field Officer
Announcements
Carl Visagie
Prayer
Dieter Bruijns, Alberton
13:00
Adjourn
Lunch, Tent Area
11:40
SESSION 4 (SEPARATE)
Usambara Lodge, Magali
Moderator
Sarieta Wentzel, Regional Leader, region 3
Call to order and welcoming of special guests
Ané Esterhuizen, National President: Gideons’ Wives
Scripture reading and prayer
Erna Hattingh, Hopetown
Praise and worship
Stella
First time attendees
Petro Vermeulen, Regional Leader, region 2
Sharpen the edge…Appreciation and motivation
André du Plessis, Gideons International Cabinet Representative
Sharpen the edge… Core values
Deena Hubler, International Auxiliary Cabinet Representative
Praise and worship
Stella
Sharpen the edge…Personal work
Elmarie du Plessis, Ghaap
Sharpen the edge… Membership
Christa Vorster, National Membership Coordinator: Gideons’ Wives
Announcements
Sarieta Wentzel
Closing prayer
Jennifer Padayachee, Randburg
13:20
BREAK
Lunch
Afternoon
14:00
SESSION 5 (SEPARATE)
Amani Chapel
Moderator
Peter Tolsma, Regional Leader, region 4
Praise and worship
Dewald Gouws
Scripture reading and prayer
Cobus van den Berg, Krugersdorp & Gerrie van der Merwe, Brits
Salvation testimony
Tona Moroka
Sharpen the edge – Church relations & opportunity events
Johan Vorster, National Church Program Coordinator
Sharpen the edge – Members who give
Dirk van Zyl Smit, Wonderboom
Break / Leg Stretch
Praise and worship
Dewald Gouws
Sharpen the edge – Branch meetings
Panel discussion
Announcements
Peter Tolsma
Prayer
Sarel van Schoor, Benoni
Adjourn
15:55
BREAK
14:00
SESSION 5 (SEPARATE)
Usambara Lodge, Magali
Moderator
Ané Esterhuizen, National President: Gideons’ Wives
Praise & worship
Stella
Scripture reading & prayer
Moira de Clerk, Krugersdorp & Marietjie Boddington, Florida
Sharpen the edge…Healthy branches
Deena Hubler, International Auxiliary Cabinet Representative
Old & new business
Ané Esterhuizen, National President
Approval of minutes 2025 Gideons’ Wives business meeting
Esta Putter, National Secretary/Treasurer: Gideons’ Wives
Devotional message & prayer
Ettorina Stoop, National Spiritual Leader: Gideons’ Wives
Report of the Credential & Teller Committee
Sarel van Schoor, Benoni
Instruction to voters
Jaco Grobbelaar, National Vice-President
Instruction on members eligible for re-election
Jaco Grobbelaar, National Vice-President
Elections
Jaco Grobbelaar, National Vice-President
Dedication of newly elected Board
Deena Hubler, International Representative
Announcements
Ané Esterhuizen
16:00
Closing Prayer
Newly Elected Spiritual Leader: Gideons’ Wives
Evening
SESSION 6 Pastors Appreciation Banquet
Mponde
18:30
Moderator
Jaco Grobbelaar, National Vice-President
Praise and worship
Dewald Gouws
Invocation
Dean Pillay, Parys
DINNER
Guest artist
Stella
Welcome of special guests
Corné de Jager, National President
Scripture reading and prayer – Ecclesiastes 10:9-10
Kuben Moodley, National Spiritual Leader
Gideons’ Wives highlights
Deena Hubler, International Auxiliary Cabinet representative
Salvation testimony
Zakhele Mazibuko, Pretoria
Guest speaker
André du Plessis, International Vice-President
Offering appeal
AJ Wohlfahrt, acting National Treasurer
Guest artist (during offering)
Stella
Prayer for Pastors
Corné de Jager, Bethlehem
Announcements
Jaco Grobbelaar
Benediction
Kuben Moodley, National Spiritual Leader
Adjourn
21:10
Prayer Room (open for evening prayers)
Amani Chapel
Morning
07:30
Gideons’ Morning Devotion
Amani Chapel
Kuben Moodley, National Spiritual Leader
Gideons’ Wives’ Morning Devotion
Magali
Erna Hattingh, Convention Spiritual Leader: Gideons’ Wives
SESSION 7 (JOINT)
Mponde
08:30
Moderator
Marius Pieters, National Faith Fund Program Coordinator
Praise and worship
Dewald Gouws
Scripture reading and prayer
Brian & Jenny Young, Randburg
Bible message 3
Rev. Ivor Swartz
Sharpen the edge – Impactful leadership
André du Plessis, International Vice President
Conversations
Video
Sharpen the edge – Friends of Gideons
Jaco Putter, National Scripture Distribution Program
Invitation 2027 National Convention
Video
Announcements
Marius Pieters
Prayer
Peet van der Merwe, Randburg
10:00
Adjourn
Morning Tea
10:30
SESSION 8 (SEPARATE)
Business Session
Mponde
Moderator
Corné de Jager, National President
Praise and worship
Dewald Gouws
Devotion & prayer for elections
Kuben Moodley, National Spiritual Leader
Business session
Refer to separate agenda
Elections
Refer to separate agenda
Concluding prayer
Newly elected Spiritual Leader
13:30
BREAK
Lunch
11:00
SESSION 8 (SEPARATE)
LUNCHEON
Usambara Lodge, Magali
Moderator
Anita de Jager, National Vice-President: Gideons’ Wives
Praise & worship
Stella
Scripture reading & prayer
Helene Nel & Jean van As, Florida
LUNCHEON
Starter served
Guest artist
Stella
Testimony
Sharpen the edge…On point
(role play)
Gwendolyn Bartie, Vereeniging & Joma Rheeders, Brackenhurst
LUNCHEON
Main Course & Dessert
Sharpen the edge…Encouragement and challenge
Deena Hubler, International Auxiliary Representative
Offering
Announcements
Anita de Jager
Praise & worship
Stella
13:30
Closing Prayer
Colla Bosman, Brakpan
Afternoon
SESSION 9 (SEPARATE)
Mponde
14:30
Continuation of Elections (if necessary)
15:30
Closing of Business Session
Newly elected Spiritual Leader
SESSION 10 (JOINT)
Mponde
16:00
Moderator
Pierre le Grange, International Trustee
Scripture reading and prayer
Charles & Rosemary Thiongo, Edenvale
Praise and worship
Dewald Gouws
Bible message 3
Rev. Ivor Swartz
Youth program
Offering
Recognition of outgoing National Board members
Establishment of newly elected Gideons & Gideons’ Wives National Boards 2026/2027
Pierre le Grange
Mini concert
Dewald Gouws
Invitation 2028 National Convention
Peter Tolsma, Regional Leader, region 4
Acknowledgements
Jaco Grobbelaar, Spitskop
Closing prayer
Newly elected Spiritual Leader
17:15
Ice cream
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what to expect
Convention Highlights
Fellowship
Fellowship with other members who are holding fast to the Word of Life to shine the light of Jesus Christ in a crooked and twisted world.
Worship
Worship is at the heart of the Christian faith, representing a sacred and intimate connection between believers and their Creator.
Youth Program
The youth program in the context of Christianity is a vibrant and essential aspect of nurturing the next generation of believers.
Testimonies
You don’t want to miss hearing personal accounts of the power of God’s Word changing lives for eternity.