Olympian, Rebecca Meder shared a powerful message with the girls of St Mary’s DSG, reminding them that with determination and trust in God, even the most challenging dreams can be realised.
Kloof, South Africa (02 October 2024) – St Mary’s DSG in Kloof started the fourth school term on a high note and it was all about inspiring their young girls to be resilient, faithful to God and to go after their dreams with unwavering determination.
The senior primary invited Olympic swimmer and South African record holder for 200m individual medley, Rebecca Meder to talk about her illustrious and inspiring journey.
Rebecca spoke about her dream of going to the Olympics when she was just 10 years old and all the challenges she faced along the way.
The 22-year-old swimmer is the African record holder in the 100-metre individual medley and the South African record holder in the long course and short course 200-metre individual medley.
But a lot of grit and faith have gone into shaping the titleholder that Rebecca is today.
During her talk, Rebecca admitted that the journey came with its fair share of adversities and that it took showing up even when things were difficult and holding onto her faith in God, to succeed.
St Mary’s DSG said that Rebecca reminded the girls to hold onto their big dreams and to show up for God so that he can fulfil the promises he has made.
What a meaningful way to encourage young women to chase their aspirations fearlessly and never give up!
Sources: St Mary’s DSG
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