Threefold Cord Academy hosted two highly successful events recently to commemorate its 20th anniversary, drawing enthusiastic crowds and raising funds for charitable work in Madagascar.
The UD Express previously reported that the long-standing educational institution in Kariega was set to commemorate its 20th anniversary with two special fundraising events, with proceeds going towards charitable work in Madagascar.
Friday evening saw the Uitenhage Town Hall transformed for a celebration of note, as professional artists, students, and staff of the academy captivated the audience with exceptional performances. The academy choir received a standing ovation for their two musical renditions, while the “Praise and Worship” segment glorified God and showcased the Academy’s core values.
“What a powerful night of worship as 20 years of God’s faithfulness was celebrated. Hearts were lifted, and His presence filled the room. Here’s to all He’s done, and He is still going to do,” said Una Coeries, co-founder of Threefold Cord Home Education Academy.
The following day, the Covenant Family Summit addressed critical issues facing families in today’s society. Co-founder and husband to Una, Timothy Coeries announced that this would become an annual event designed to help families navigate contemporary challenges with sound biblical and practical solutions.
Ian Vermooten of ACSI South Africa, who played an instrumental role in the early years of the Coeries Home School, congratulated Timothy and Una Coeries on their remarkable achievements over 20 years at Threefold Cord Academy.
He likened their efforts to a mustard seed, which despite its tiny size can grow into a tree yielding more than 2 million seeds.
Desireé Steyn, principal of Fountain of Life Christian School, presented on the importance of sowing seeds in the right soil and environment for optimal growth – an apt analogy for how families should raise their children in challenging times.
Robert Brown, principal of Willow Academy, addressed the crisis of digital addiction and provided guidelines for understanding current societal trends.
He explained that whilst formal research on the full extent of dangers children face is still forthcoming, parents need to be proactive and exercise authority regarding their children’s exposure to social media.
Ronny Naude, director of MES (Mould Empower and Serve) Port Elizabeth, shared insights on the very real challenge of homelessness and practical ways for the community to address it.
The proceeds from both events will support an underprivileged school in Mahajanga, Madagascar, which is being served by missionary Nicolene “Nicky” Rakotonandrasana, originally from Kariega, and her husband Rollan.
Una previously told the UD Express that, “With hearts filled with gratitude, we want to donate the proceeds of these events to a school for orphans and underprivileged children in Mahajanga, Madagascar.”
The Coeries family, who began home schooling their own children in 1993 before establishing the Academy in 2005, have provided faithful support to countless home schooling families in the region over the past two decades.
