M a r e l i n k e   v a n   d e r   R i e t ,   F o u n d e r 

​Marelinke founded Esther Ministries on 25 May, 2015 - two years after God first gave her the vision of Esther Ministries. She grew up in Namibia and moved to South Africa after attending Hillsong College in Australia. After returning, the Holy Spirit spoke to her about starting a ministry that brings healing to the body, soul and spirit - uncompromisingly, God's way. 

Having struggled with health herself, she took up the call of God on her life to come alongside, encourage and equip others who are on the same journey.

She found purpose in her story as God brought forth beauty where she saw only ashes. He can do that for you as well. You are the King's daughter and He is giving you a crown of beauty instead of ashes.

Arise and Shine!

"He gives us comfort in all our troubles. Then we can comfort other people who have the same troubles." -
​2 Corinthians 1:4