About Us
In the fast-paced digital age we live in, where social media and rapid communication govern our lives, the age-old habit of journaling has gone into obscurity.
Journaling has been shown by counselors and mental health professionals to be an effective tool for uplifting the downtrodden, calming the anxious or agitated, and giving direction to the unsure. For a follower of Jesus, journaling elevates the process to a whole new level. It could start as a place to air out problems, feelings, and worries, but it quickly turns into discussions with the One Who holds perspective in His hands.
When combined with an artistic endeavor, His viewpoint becomes concrete and is easier to recall than mere words.
At NaviGate this is a guided process therefore no artistic expertise or skill is necessary.
My Story
I am Hannelie, and I have been married to Jan for almost 30 years. We have three amazing children. We are the tribe behind NaviGate Creative Journaling.
I used to be a qualified Optometrist by profession after which I gained experience in children’s ministry and program development. I am not qualified with book knowledge. What I have learned through time in the presence of the Lord is that abiding in Him, resting in Him, and worshipping Him in Spirit and Truth is my way out of an emotional crisis.
I was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder after my car burst into flames in my driveway. Although I got out safely it was the final tick to a box of fear, anxiety, and stress that started very long ago as a child. It escalated over the next couple of years as I loaded more and more things into my life. As my to-do list grew larger, the feelings of anxiety and being overwhelmed were a constant part of who I was. Unfortunately, my personality strives for perfectionism and excellence and a mere passing grade is not good enough, I want a distinction! All this added to my life slowly coming off the rails.
Through the years journaling and creativity became tools in my toolbox where I could find refuge under the shadow of His wings. I would never have thought that the Lord would use these two things, combining them to give me a blueprint, a “how to remain standing when things became tough”. This process still helps me every day to take my thoughts captive, to withdraw from the situation that is spinning out of control, and to step into His presence. At His feet, He exchanges my distorted perspectives for His.
At NaviGate I have the wonderful opportunity to guide those who cross my path through this process, not giving solutions to problems but guiding them to the One who has the answers.
Testimonials
Liewe Hannelie Vader se kreatiwiteit is aansteeklik/oordraagbaar. Hy gee iemand 'n idee en dit inspireer weer 'n volgende een. Julle elkeen het 'n bydra tot my kreatiwiteit gelewer. In die liggaam v Christus kry kreatiwiteit vlerke.
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The time for the Deborahs and Esters to arise is NOW...thank God for obedient servants like Hannelie at Navigate-stoep to push us out of our comfort zones, right into the presence of our Living God.
I have met lovely sisters in Christ on this stoep and every time I leave I am even more aware of how Father is connecting His network on earth for the furtherance of His Kingdom. If you have never visited the stoep, make haste......your encounter awaitsElize
Die bediening Navigate wat ons Hemelse Vader deur Hannelie tot stand gebring is, is 'n spasie waar 'n mens kan stil word. Binne daardie stilte beleef mens die teenwoordigheid van God en 'n mens beleef deurbrake op geestelike vlakke wat net nie by die huis gebeur nie. 'n Mens voel so tuis daar omdat haar huis en haar mense se harte so oop is vir jou. Die verskeidenheid van mediums wat Hannelie gebruik om waarhede in 'n mens te vestig is so verfrissend en elke keer nuut. Sy is so sensitief vir die Heilige Gees se leiding dat elke les en inspraak so akkuraat is. Sy is werklik 'n besonderse instrument in Vader se hand. Dis 'n voorreg om 'n werkswinkel by te kan woon en om vir Hannelie te kan ken.
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Sjoe vandag wil ek verseker nooit vergeet nie... Dit was so in groot voorreg om saam hierdie amazing mens tyd te spandeer. Wow, as jy en in paar vriendinne iets wil doen en te leer hoe om op jou eie manier te leer journal. Kuier graag vir NaviGate Creative Journaling. Ek was so gebless vandag wat Abba kom doen het. Wow, ek is vandag onder my voete uitgeslaan.
Baie dankie liewe mens, ek bid seën oor jou en jou ministry en jou familie. Mag daar nog so baie mense by jou uitkom en so angeraak word soos ek vandagMonica
It was not what I expected, I was mind blown by the experience. I absolutely loved how each step/process of completing our trays was explained in the supernatural as well. It was probably the most amazing experience I have ever had whilst being taught the Word of God. God bless you and your family Hannelie. I can see God's gift in you. It is truly incredible.
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Oee Hannelie wat ‘n awsome oggend en middag saam julle almal. Vir elkeen van julle wat daar was, dankie. So spesiaal om met Goddelike vrouens te kan vergader om Sy tafel. Blessings vir julle.
Corline
Hannelie .. ek wil baie dankie se vir die workshop. Ek het die woorde ‘Fully surrender’ gekry en nie gister die hele prentjie gekry nie. Vandag wys Vader vir my toe ek my lap gemaak het het ek voor die tyd n idee gehad van hoe dit moet lyk. En toe ek daai blomme begin slaan is dit soos n blerts op my lap en ek kan nie verstaan hoekom kom my mooi blomme nie op die lap soos n blom nie en so stoei ek met die blomme en die lap. Ek het jou op n stadium gevra en jy het gese maar dis reg. Na die tyd het my lap nogal mooi gelyk vir my maar toe ek vandag na dit kyk is dit asof die lap op my ‘groei’. Dit raak al hoe mooier.
Ek het baie keer n idee hoe dinge moet gebeur en dan kom Vader en Hy doen dit heeltemal anders-
Journaling is like whispering to oneself and listening at the same time; it's a journey through thoughts, emotions, and ideas that turns the page into a canvas of creativity.
Blogs
Tall Trees
1 Corinthians 3:6 ESV The scripture the Lord gave me is “I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth.”Learn MoreThe Hummingbird Anointing
Proverbs 25:2 “It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, But the glory of kings is to search out a matter.”Learn MoreBREATHE
Learn MoreHebrews 12:1 “Therefore, since we are surrounded..endurance and active persistence the race that is set before us”
Workshops
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Workshops
Private EventsWe can host a birthday, year-end function, Bible study group, or your close friends. Select from the workshop types below for your theme.
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Wonder JournalingJunk Journaling with a “Wonder”-full twist
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In the Hands of the PotterJournaling about the Potter with an air-dry clay craft…
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I called you by your nameHear from the creator Himself who He says you are. We make an Identity plaque you can hang in your home as a reminder. (Ideal for a 16th birthday party for girls)
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Gifted to ServeWe are all called for a purpose. Hear from God His purposes for you in this season of your life. We make a serving tray as a reminder of His truth.
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Wholehearted JournalingBased on an inner healing process guided by Holy Spirit, we make a collage to remind us of His truth over our lives.
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Couples String ArtThis is a wonderful opportunity to be creative with your spouse. With a trained Imago Communications Therapist, we learn proper communication techniques. We seek the Lord’s face about the Mission for your marriage and make a fun string art project to hang in your home as a reminder.
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Journal Like David didLearning from David’s writings we venture through Psalms and see what we can glean from him. A collage is made as a reminder.
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VisionA perfect workshop for a year-end function. Sitting with the Lord about the year that is coming to an end and seeking His face for the new year. We make a vision board, for your office or home to stay the course in the coming year.
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SeasonsAs we go through physical seasons Winter, Summer, Spring, and Autumn our spiritual journey has seasons. We seek the Lord for the seasons we have been through, are in and the coming ones. We make a Book of Life, to carry through our seasons as a remembrance of what Father has taught us.
Contact us
Get in touch with us today! If you have any questions or would like to book a workshop we are here to help.
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