Y-Connexion 2026 was a significant and memorable gathering in the Limpopo Division, hosted by William Eadie Corps. Under the main theme “Seen, See Jesus, See Others, and See Victory,” the weekend was an eye-opening experience for the many young people who attended. More than 100 Senior Youth, Young Adults, Youth Leaders, and Officers gathered together to discover what God had in store for them.
Friday began with an open session of praise and worship, expressing the excitement and anticipation that had built up for this long-awaited event. Following the opening prayer and a warm welcome from the Corps Officers of William Eadie Corps, guests Captain S. Ndlovu and Major N. Ndlovu introduced the theme of the weekend. They spoke about being Seen by God, Seeing Others, Seeing Victory, and Seeing Jesus.
The evening continued with intentional games that created an atmosphere of connection and fellowship before everyone joined together in worship. This prepared hearts and minds for the Bible message, which was based on 2 Kings 6:16-17. The passage tells of Elisha praying for the Lord to open his servant’s eyes, allowing him to see the horses and chariots of fire surrounding them, which were greater in number than their enemy.
Saturday included three sessions filled with meaningful activities and opportunities for spiritual growth. The morning began with a Prayer Walk, providing young people with a personal time of reflection, meditation, and prayer. Captain S. Ndlovu concluded the Prayer Walk with a short devotion that set the tone for the day.
An interactive discussion titled “Identity vs Labels” followed, where Mrs Monailane Phaahla, a social worker and radio personality, addressed these important topics from a general perspective. The guests then explored the spiritual aspect of identity and the labels people often carry.
The afternoon session consisted of age-group discussions for Senior Youth and Young Adults. Various topics were addressed, including Choices, Conflict Resolution, and Healthy Boundaries, as well as Mental Health, Financial Literacy, and Civic Engagement. Following these discussions, participants went into the community for an outreach programme, putting into practice the theme of “Seeing Others” by reminding people that God sees and cares for them.
The evening session began with a Spirit-filled devotion focused on “Seeing Others”, where participants wrote words of affirmation for one another and took part in a symbolic hand-washing activity. The Creative Arts session then provided an opportunity for Corps and individuals to share their gifts through singing, dancing, skits, and drama.
The evening concluded with a powerful time of prayer through three prayer stations. The first focused on praying for deliverance from things that prevent young people from truly seeing God’s purpose. The second encouraged participants through personal affirmations of faith, while the third invited them to identify and surrender their hindrances symbolically by writing them down and prayerfully placing them into the fire, representing the victory found through God.
The weekend concluded on a high note on Sunday morning with a March of Witness followed by a Spirit-filled service led by Lieutenant Aluwani Ndou. Among the personal testimonies shared was that of Prospective Candidate Denzhe Singo, who spoke about her journey of overcoming painful experiences and learning to See Jesus instead of her pain and Victory instead of defeat.
Gaba Corps presented a powerful drama that reflected the experiences many people face in life — moving from being lost to being found by the Lord, who sees and values each person.
Captain S. Ndlovu shared the final message, encouraging young people to “See Jesus, See Life” in every circumstance. He reminded them that the challenges and burdens they carry can sometimes prevent them from recognising God’s love and presence, but even when expectations are not met and disappointments come, they are called to continue seeing Jesus.