THE UNCOMMON WOMAN CONFERENCE

Juanita Francis, the powerhouse vocalist, heart-gripping songwriter, and captivating performer exudes the emphatic love of the Lord, and understands the power of music. Her lyrics inspire, provoke thought, and influence well-being. Her music played a significant part in her road to healing during a time of pain and public humiliation. She took solace in writing songs and birthed the heartfelt ballad Surrounded which was inspired by Exodus chapter 13 verse 2. A masterpiece of hope and reassurance, “Surrounded” captured the hearts of industry colleagues like Jekalyn Carr. Her first release, Fall Afresh, became a chart-topping anthem and hit number one on iTunes within seven hours of its release impacting the gospel music industry.

She has shared platforms with artists such as Donnie McClurkin, Maranda Curtis, Anthony Brown, Juanita Bynum, Deon Kipping, Todd Dulaney, Volney Morgan & New Ye, and many others. She is also a youth pastor, Elder, and teacher who gives back through the Tearfund Christian charity in Brazil to help tackle poverty and injustice through sustainable development. Her singular objective is simple, to make God smile.

Ladies, please give an Uncommon woman welcome to Elder Juanita Francis

Adesuwa Okunbo Rhodes is the Founder and Managing Partner of Aruwa Capital Management, one of the few growth equity and gender lens funds in Africa, closing gender gaps across society. She has more than 14 years of investment banking and private equity experience in developed and emerging markets from global institutions. She started her career at Lehman Brothers and holds a BSc. in Economics from the University of Bristol. She currently sits on seven boards in Nigeria across healthcare, manufacturing, agriculture renewable energy and hospitality sectors. She was named as an Agent of Impact in 2019 by Impact Alpha, recognised as one of the Top 35 Women Moving Africa Forward in 2020, as one of the Top 100 global leaders combining profit and purpose by Meaningful Business in 2021, and in 2022, she was named as one of Top 100 African leaders under the age of 40 by the Institut Choiseul (pronouncedHow to Pronounce ''Choiseul'' Correctly in French), set to play a major role in the economic development of the African continent. She is married with a son and enjoys travelling, tennis and cooking.

Ladies, could you kindly give an Uncommon Woman welcome to Adesuwa Okunbo Rhodes

For over 22 years Tope Akinsiku, fondly known as Topsy, has been serving as the co-pastor of House of Praise Mississauga, Canada in conjunction with her husbandWale Akinsiku. She is passionate about helping people understand their identity in Christ and equipping them to practically release their faith in God’s Word. She believes regardless of the situation you are facing, there is a way of escape through the Word of God. She is a woman of faith, passion, and grit. Tope Akinsiku is the founder and convener of Balance Living Women’s Conference and the Leading Ladies Conference- (a Celebration & Empowerment of Pastor’s wives). She is a bestselling author of several books such as – “Father I Pray” (Kindergarten, Elementary & Teen Editions), “You Are the Light of the World”, “Fearless” and “Stay True Planner & Assessment”.

Ruth Anekwe, founder of Inspire, is passionate about inspiring women to know, receive and walk in the love of God.

Ruth believes the revelation of Gods love brings deep healing, freedom and restoration, empowering women to rise up and influence their world for Christ. Through her teaching and compassionate prayer ministry, many encounter Gods transforming love. She encourages every woman to know that they are ‘Accepted in the Beloved.’ and that they can develop a strong, secure identity in Christ. Ruth, alongside her husband Jerome leads Destiny Christian Centre, a vibrant family Church. They have an unswerving passion to empower people to fulfill their greatest potential and to love God, love people and love life. Together they also thoroughly enjoy the blessing of family life and raising four sons, Luke, Curtis, Jaron and Daniel.

Opening prayer

Welcome to UWC23

Abound in prayers !!

Introduction of Whats love got to do with it !!

Generation conversations

Abound Conversations - Generations - Whats love got to do with it !

Special song Tab Worship

Abound Living in His Love Session 1

Offering Pastor Laide Olunloyo

21.33- 21.38 Abound news !! MMD and Seven News

21.40 - Closing prayer Pastor Vera Omonedo

Opening prayer and Housekeeping

Abound in Worship

Abound in prayers for women persecuted for their faith in the nations

Abound ! Living in His Love Session 2

Coffee Break

Abound ! Living in His Love Session 3

Q & A session via Qquest and from the audience

Lunch

Uncommon Woman of the Year Award

Offering

Coffee Break

Abound ! Living in His Love Session 4

Abound ! Living in His Love intercession with Pastor Tope

Fathers blessing over the conference and the women

Uncommon Woman of the Year Theme for 2024

Closing prayers and declarations