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Online Red Kettle gets bigger and better each year.

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—Dona Romine, territorial direct marketing director

The Western Territory’s news source

for 31 years

November 4, 2013 Vol. 31, No. 18

Online Red Kettle is live n Be a fundraiser for the Army this Christmas.

BY GEORGIA TZANIDIS The website for the Online Red Kettle (ORK) Campaign—the virtual way to donate during the holidays—is now live at onlineredkettle.org.

“Online Red Kettle gets bigger and better each year,” said Dona Romine, territorial direct marketing director. “With fewer kettle locations, holiday fundraising gets harder each year. We need programs like Online Red Kettle so that we can replace the donations we used to get in our kettles.

It’s easy and fast to set up, so we hope for the biggest participation we’ve ever had.”

Registering for an online red kettle is easy. After linking to the website’s home page, you have a few options. You can register a kettle as an individual or you can gather a group and register for a team kettle. To encourage team-building within a business or company, consider registering for a corporate kettle that is comprised of several team kettles to foster competition between departments.

Once registered or logged-in for returning kettle hosts, you can design your personal kettle page with a personalized URL, kettle goal and the community you want to receive the donations. A new feature this year allows you to include streaming video.

Three types of solicitation email templates are available to send to friends and family—after uploading your email contacts from Yahoo or Google—introducing people to the page and requesting a donation.

Conveniently, auto-generated emails are sent to thank donors and to inform you of a donation. You also have the option to send a personalized “thank you” email.

Although the Online Red Kettle website is active, the official public launch date coincides with the National Kettle Kick-Off on Thanksgiving Day. The ORK Campaign runs through Jan. 31, 2014.

Community members gather for the groundbreaking of the San Bernardino Corps’ new facility.

San Bernardino Corps to move, expand n A new, larger chapel figures to ease overcrowding.

The Salvation Army San Bernardino Citadel Corps Community Center is relocating and expanding its programming following The City of San Bernardino’s purchase of the current facility.

Currently, The Salvation Army is remodeling the 3.5-acre facility in Highland, Calif., former home of Banner Elementary,

a Christian private school. Once completed, the community center will include a new, larger chapel, six administrative offices, 10 classrooms, a library, a computer lab, an outdoor covered meeting area, a childrens’ play yard and a recreational sports field. The added space will allow the center to run additional programs for youth, including Adventure Corps, as well as adult discipleship classes and worship services. No date is set yet for an

official opening, but Paul Bennett, San Bernardino Corps office manager, said he hopes it will be completed sometime in spring 2014.

At the groundbreaking ceremony in October, Sierra del Mar Divisional Commander Major Lee Lescano welcomed and formally introduced the new San Bernardino Citadel Corps Officers, Major Daniel and Captain Anya Henderson, who SAN BERNARDINO, page 9

Revolution Hawaii finds its Homelani n Salvation Army’s North Shore camp to serve as RevHi training base Revolution Hawaii is expanding to Homelani, which means “heavenly home.”

Directed by Rob Noland, the Revolution Hawaii program offers mission opportunities in the Hawaiian and Pacific Islands Division to Salvation Army youth 18-29 years old.

“We’re launching Campus Homelani, which will serve as a starting base for Revolution Hawaii’s mission training and outreach programs,” Noland said.

Located along the beaches of the North Shore of Oahu, The Salvation Army’s Camp Homelani has long provided a safe summer experience for children. It’s now taking on a new function.

“Our passion at Revolution Hawaii is discipling young adults,” Noland said. “Over the past seven years we have witnessed wonderful success in this but feel we are just scratching the surface. With this expansion we hope to equip and engage a greater number of young adults to ‘fight the good fight’ and win the world for Jesus.”

Beginning this year, Revolution Hawaii will offer a variety of mission training tracks at its new home on an ongoing basis. The

Revolution Hawaii 2013 “365 team” is the largest team to date.

Photo by Rob Noland

“365” track is a one-year mission intensive in Hawaii and abroad.

“Essentials” will give participants a three-month taste of Revolution Hawaii, and is offered twice a year. The “Missions” track involves a

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Cadets employ training in Fall Blitz n Two divisions task cadets with a variety of ministry challenges.

Inside: Frontlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 The West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 The Nation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 The World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Sharper Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Prayer Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 From the Desk of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Lifelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 On the Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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Cadets Maryellen Walters, Edith Dye-Mabie and Carolina Lopez serve homecooked meals at Watsonville Corps’ daily homeless feeding program.

Photo courtesy of CFOT

BY NANCY HELMS-COX, MAJOR Over 100 cadets from the Western Territory’s Crestmont College for Officer Training (CFOT) stormed 11 different corps and communities Oct. 11-13 for the annual Fall Blitz, an opportunity for cadets to put ministry training into action.

Each brigade of 10-12 cadets traveled to destinations in the Golden State and

Southern California divisions to teach, evangelize, and preview ministry as full-fledged officers. Cadets visited nursing homes, hosted carnivals, fed the homeless and painted faces and walls. At one rest home, several cadets met a Tuskegee Airman who was one of the first African Americans to serve our country as a pilot in the USAF during World War II. “My wife and I traveled around and were able to see many of the cadets putting theory into practice,” CADETS, page 9

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NEWS BRIEFS OF THE WEST

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives.

Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid” (John 14:27 NIV).

Great Falls’ flag football program attracts youth n Program promotes fundamentals, teamwork and sportsmanship.

Karen Gleason

ANGOON, ALASKA— Editor The Angoon Corps joined other residents in a local “Choose Respect” rally. The group gathered for this event in response to the high incidence of domestic abuse in the village. All of Angoon’s 34 elementary school children participated in the rally by making posters and joining in the march.

Majors John and Catherine Quinn are the corps officers.

KONA, HAWAII—Recently, the corps wrapped up its Wednesday evening troops and creative ministries programs with a gospel youth event. Of the 70 in attendance, 41 children accepted Jesus into their hearts. Thanks to a generous donor, the corps was able to give each child a Bible.

Lts. Michael and Jessica Stack are the corps officers.

LAS VEGAS, NEV.—The Las Vegas Citadel Corps Women’s Ministries created a new outreach program called “Mile and Munch.” This consists of women spending their lunch hour walking a mile and then having a light lunch. Two women in the program are already meeting their weight goals.

Lts. Larry and Joy Groenleer are the corps officers.

MODESTO, CALIF.—A homeless gentleman entered the office at the Modesto Citadel Corps with a new $20 bill that he wanted to donate.

“You feed me all the time,” he said, “and I got some money.”

He said he couldn’t make it without the meals, and “it is good food.”

This client wished to “pay it forward,” helping The Salvation Army in its ministry to those in need.

Majors Kyle and Martha Trimmer are the corps officers.

INGLEWOOD, CALIF.—As an outreach to the community’s women and girls, the corps held a shoe giveaway, distributing over 700 pairs of brand new shoes suitable for both work and play.

The shoes came from a couple of sources. Linda Clayton, a corps member, coordinated a large donation from the Inglewood Swap Meet, and Pomona Corps Officers Lts. Javier and Irene Castro shared a large donation of shoes that they received.

Lts. Christopher and Joanne Golden are the corps officers.

YUBA-SUTTER, CALIF.—Joining other local organizations, the corps participated in the biannual Homeless Onestop, which drew around 200 individuals in need. Volunteers at The Salvation Army booth provided information and a hot meal, and distributed Bibles, bicycle repair items, hygiene supplies, blankets and coats.

“Once they see our shield, they know they will be welcomed,” said Captain Thomas Stambaugh, corps officer with his wife, Kimberly. “Another reason our booth is full is due to the conversations we have with people to give them more than just resources, but friendship and compassion.”

For more than 25 years, The Salvation Army Great Falls (Mont.) Corps Youth Center has offered local youth a flag football program. After a strong start with around 400 children, the program steadily grew. This year over 600 children participated.

“Providing a foundation for football for the youth in Great Falls has proved to be very valuable,” said Gary Bistodeau, Great Falls youth director who has been involved in the flag football program for 24 years.

“Great Falls has been one of the top football cities in Montana for years, with many of our past participants going on to play college football, and some even professionally.”

This year, the program had 46 teams of 10-16 children playing through the flag football season, which starts in September and ends in mid-October. Each team has volunteers who function as head coach, assistant coach, team parents and field officials to help out in the games.

“Volunteer recruitment is one of the

The Great Falls flag football league includes 46 teams of 10-16 children.

top priorities for all programs [offered at the youth center], especially flag football,” Bistodeau said. “Throughout the years, we have come in contact with thousands of great people who have volunteered and contributed to the success of the program.”

Although October is a cold and snowy month for Montana, the children usually want to play no matter what and just dress in warm clothing.

Photo by Gary Bistodeau

“The volunteers and children make all the work worth it to us,” Bistodeau said.

No scores or standings are recorded at the games, and coaches are not allowed to stress winning games to the players.

“Our flag football strives to promote fundamentals, teamwork and sportsmanship in a non-competitive environment,” Bistodeau said. “The most important thing for everyone that participates is that they have fun.”

Many cultures, one faith n The Whittier Corps reflects the diversity of the Rio Hondo area of Southern California.

The Salvation Army Whittier (Calif.) Corps joins individuals who represent a vast array of cultures—from Laotian, Caucasian, AfricanAmerican, Hispanic, Indian, Asian and Brazilian.

The congregation’s mix reflects the diversity of Southern California’s Rio Hondo region, located about 20 miles southeast of Los Angeles and named for the Rio Hondo River, a tributary of the Los Angeles River.

“It is a blessing to see the variety of cultures worshiping together as one family,” said Major David Sholin, Rio Hondo area coordinator and Whittier corps officer with his wife, Deanna. “Recently, we have been seeing an increase in the number of people attending our services, and we are doing our best to add others to our congregational family.”

Rev. Mike Phrasavath, a Nazarene minister, contacted the Southern California Division in 1994 about establishing a Laotian congregation within The Salvation Army. Then Divisional Commander Colonel George Church asked Sholin, who was divisional finance secretary, to arrange an official interview with Phrasavath and his wife, Kongma.

From that interview, the Laotian ministry grew and has existed ever since.

For many years, the Laotian Corps was based in Santa Fe Springs.

Today, the congregation meets at the Whittier Corps, where it con-

The Whittier Corps’ Laotian congregation recently celebrated the enrollment of three adherants.

Photo by Sonny Souriyasack

tinues to be a viable part of the corps’ multicultural ministry. Majors Mike and Kongma Phrasavath, now retired Salvation Army officers, voluntarily lead the Laotian congregation alongside the Sholins.

Approximately 20 Laotian soldiers and friends worship on Sunday mornings and attend Bible study and prayer groups during the week.

Just down the street, the Santa Fe Springs Temple Corps—located on the same property as the Santa Fe Springs Transitional Living Center and SAVN.tv—conducts Spanish-speaking worship services.

As the holidays approach, Sholin said the congregations are “preparing to celebrate together the joy that we find in experiencing the fullness of Christ in our lives, and sharing our joy with the broader community around us.”

Michael Allen Harrison performs at Gresham n The corps holds a benefit concert for the youth music programs.

BY TERESA STEINMETZ The Salvation Army of Gresham, Ore., welcomed pianist Michael Allen Harrison for the second time this year for a benefit concert that raised $13,334 to support the corps’ youth and music programs.

The concert—“Michael Allen Harrison Appearing at Club 1865”—featured the musical talents of Harrison, music program graduate Hailey Rowden, the Gresham Corps Youth Band, its “Glee” group, the Gresham Bluegrass Band, and children from the corps’ music programs.

Harrison, who has performed a concert

REVOLUTION three-month mission in Micronesia or the Republic of the Marshall Islands.

“We realize not everybody can give an entire year so we’ve added the three-month Essentials program to accommodate those wanting to experience Revolution Hawaii,” said As-

Michael Allen Harrison performs at the Gresham Corps’ benefit concert.

Photo by Teresa Steinmetz

for the corps and its youth and music programs for several years, also accompanied and directed the corps’ Music Academy Youth Choir and Junior Worship Team.

“Michael was his usual humorous, incredibly talented self, and the children in the music academy once again were an inspiration,” said Gresham Corps Officer Major James Sullivan.

The event included auctions of a private concert opportunity with Harrison and a guitar autographed by all the original band members of The Rolling Stones. An impromptu private concert with Rowden was also auctioned off, with those funds going toward a scholarship in Rowden’s name.

“Although our crowd was a bit sparser than usual, they were very generous,” Sullivan said. “I want to thank everyone for their support in making [the concert] happen again.”

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sociate Director Fulton Hawk.

“Offered in both September and February, Essentials is perfect for those who are in between jobs, semesters, majors or are just looking for a firm foundation before deciding what’s next in life.”

Other tracks focus on service.

The “Surf” track teaches participants to serve like Jesus, with time allocated to surf. “Summer Camp” is a specialized track for those interested in helping with kids’ camps. “Nehemiah” is a recovery track with work experience that focuses on spirituality.

“Waking up to see the waves

and the sunrise every morning brings me to a place of gratefulness and peace,” said current team member Dylan Mosshart.

“What an amazing start to my mornings.”

Find more at revolutionhawaii.com.

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Tustin Ranch EDS supports OC Fire Authority open house

EDS canteen at Orange County Fire Authority Open House Photo by Kevin White

Twelve volunteers and staff from the Tustin Ranch (Calif.) Corps manned the Orange County Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) canteen and served more than 3,000 guests with snacks, coffee and water at the annual Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) Open House Oct. 12.

The open house featured fire truck displays, firefighting and fire safety demonstrations, search and rescue exhibitions, fire truck rides for kids, and an information fair comprised of partnering organizations active in community safety and emergency response.

“This was a great day and fantastic opportunity for The

Salvation Army to support the OCFA and share our story to many people from the community,” said EDS Team Leader Kevin White. “It was a bonus to hear wonderful stories from people about how the Army has impacted the lives of others through our EDS services.”

White said one fireman shared a story about his father, a firefighter years ago in Los Angeles, who always saw the Army there in times of crisis and emergency serving the needs of the victims and first responders. To this day he still sends in a monthly donation to the Army in appreciation of its services.

San Jose ARC celebrates sobriety n Guests share personal stories of the ARC’s impact.

The San Jose (Calif.) Adult Rehabilitation Center’s (ARC) Alumni Banquet marked the facility’s largest celebration in its history with over 420 in attendance, including alumni, beneficiaries, family members, judicial officials, local government, law enforcement, staff and board members.

Captain John Desplancke led the event, themed “When Our Second Verse is Better Than Our First,” which celebrated sobriety, community support for the ARC program, and family members whose faith helped their loved ones through their abuse or addiction.

Major David Atkins, an ARC administrator of 30 years, was the guest speaker of the evening. He recalled a testimony of a recent graduate nicknamed “Buffalo” who came to graduation with piece of paper in

his hand. It was a restraining order that has been placed on him to stay away from his family.

“See this restraining order? We don’t need this anymore,” he said as he tore it into pieces. His family stood in the chapel with him, and his fellow brothers cheered.

One mother shared her story of her homeless son who was living in a tent by a creek. One night, a storm washed away his tent and his mother found him, fighting hypothermia. The following night, he got help and a warm bed at the San Jose ARC.

Handbags raise $110,000 n Annual event supports Salvation Army programs for women and children in the Sacramento area.

The Salvation Army Del Oro Division Women’s Auxiliary hosted its ninth annual “Helping Handbags” luncheon and auction Oct. 19 at the Lions Gate McClellan Conference Center in Sacramento, Calif.

With nearly 600 in attendance, the fundraiser grossed over $110,000. Proceeds from the event will go toward the Army’s programs for women and children in the Sacramento area.

More than 1,300 designer handbags,

gently-used purses and other donations were auctioned.

Kitty O’Neal, radio personality from KFBK, emceed the event, with News10’s Siemny Chhuon and Darla Givens and the current Miss Sacramento County Ashley Newman serving as celebrity live auction models.

“I came for the fun, excitement, the purses and the charity itself,” said attendee Dossandra Lazar. “It’s nice to be with a group of ladies and see all the wonderful items here, and it’s all for a good cause. I can do this all day.”

The Women’s Auxiliary is a Salvation Army program made up of local business

A customer finds a purse she is interested in.

Photo by Sydney Fong

women who believe in the mission of The Salvation Army and volunteer time and financial support to develop fundraising events.

Troops growing in Caldwell Troops from the Caldwell (Idaho) Corps participated in the Cascade Division’s Eastside Rally with 35 children—more than doubling last year’s participation of 15.

As the troop program continues to steadily grow, so does Sunday school attendance, which has increased from an average of six to 16 children.

Program goals are to make sure every child feels accepted and loved by the leaders, and that they come to know Christ.

Lts. Brent and Kristy Church are the Caldwell corps officers.

Photo by Kristy Church

Lt. Chris Golden at the Blue Mosque

LA officer travels with training team to Turkey n Inglewood corps officer travels with Rotary International.

BY KAREN GLEASON Lt. Christopher Golden, corps officer at Inglewood Citadel (Calif.) with his wife, Joanne, traveled with Rotary International and Mediators Beyond Borders to Turkey on a vocational training team Sept.

24-Oct. 3. The Rotary actively seeks to partner with other organizations to strengthen the world’s communities.

Although active in 126 countries, The Salvation Army is not established in Turkey, a predominantly Muslim country with a secular constitutional structure. According to the CIA World Factbook, 99.8 percent of the country’s population are nominally Muslims. The Salvation Army currently ministers in the Middle East in Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Oman and Bahrain.

Unbeknownst to Golden, the Rotary put his name forward as a member of the team based on the Goldens’ work in the Inglewood community—from mediating with the homeless population to providing cohesive services within the community.

Southern California Divisional Commander Lt. Colonel Doug Riley approved the mission, which was entirely funded by Rotary International.

The team stayed in Istanbul’s Old City. “I felt like I was tracing the steps of Paul,” Golden said.

During its stay, the team attended workshops at the Mediators Beyond Borders Congress and toured the city, home to 18 million people.

The workshops provided a cultural overview and an understanding of what life is like for the Turkish people. Congress leaders acknowledged The Salvation Army’s work in areas of conflict—such as the Syria/Jordan border and Jordan—and the Army’s ability to deal with crises, negotiate, and effect change and resolution.

Golden was struck by the poverty he witnessed. “Right outside the hotel, groups of kids—some no older than my 6-year-old son— were hustling,” he said. “They huddled in packs to stay warm and eat.”

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Florida domestic abuse shelter empowers victims

n Last year the shelter helped nearly 200 Brevard County women.

BY DULCINEA CUELLAR KIMREY Janice’s* scar is still visible.

Her boyfriend bit her more than a month ago, leaving a large mark and bruising.

On her nightstand is a copy of “Comfort for the Troubled Christian,” by JC Brumfield. Janice says she reads it every night as she tucks herself into a bunk bed at The Salvation Army’s Domestic Violence Shelter in Brevard County, Fla. “A friend on the bus gave it to me,” the 43-year-old woman said.

“And I’ve been reading it ever since.”

Janice is one of more than a dozen women and families staying at the 20-bed shelter. It opened in 1981 and is one of three Salvation Army domestic violence shelters in Florida.

Women and families who find refuge at the shelter learn life skills, attend group counseling sessions and leave feeling empowered.

“Many of the women who come to us blame themselves,” said Cynthia Mitchell, executive director of the program. “We try

to help them get control back.”

For the first time in a long time, shelter residents are given choices and given their power back, Mitchell said. Last year the shelter helped nearly 200 Brevard County women. When the shelter is over capacity, Mitchell said staff members bring in air mattresses so everyone has a bed to sleep on and everyone is safe.

For women like Janice, the abuse is often cyclical.

“It’s about power and control,” Mitchell said. “Women come in to our shelter and they have had their spirit broken; they’ve been terrorized. We just reinforce to them that there is nothing wrong with them and that they are safe.”

For 32-year-old Susan*, the shelter has been a place of safety.

She recently checked in to the shelter for the second time. The first time her husband beat her, he continued to choke her while she waited for assistance in the hospital emergency room.

“I’ve probably been in a violent relationship my whole life,” she said. “Since childhood, I’ve probably been hit more than 400 times. I just got so used to it.”

The good days were the days Susan’s husband was strung out on drugs or hung over.

Student and survivor artwork line the common room at The Salvation Army’s Domestic Violence Shelter in Brevard County, Fla.

“Those were the days I knew I wasn’t going to get beat,” she said.

Susan said her breaking point came when she was staying at another domestic violence shelter and her husband found her.

“But this place,” she said looking around her room, “this place has saved my life.”

Student and survivor artwork line the shelter common room.

Artwork with words like “Real

Love Feels Safe,” “Be Proud of Yourself ” and “No More Tears, The Pain is Over” help inspire residents. The shelter also has a partnership with the Sexual Assault Victim Services (SAVS) in Brevard County. When a woman is raped, she is taken the SAVS clinic, which is located at The Salvation Army. Unlike the emergency room where a woman would normally go, there’s a shower and a respite area. Mitchell said it’s a way to bring the survivor more comfort.

If she has been abused, she is often admitted into the domestic violence shelter. Shelter residents can stay at least 45 days, however length of stay varies depending on the needs of the residents and families.

Janice is on day 30. She is looking for work. She is trying to find a place to live and putting back together the pieces of her shattered life.

“Sometimes, I wonder what it would be like to go back to him,” her voice trembles as she gazes toward the Brumfield book. “I pray every day I can get a place and make it on my own without him.” *Individuals’ names were changed for this article

Knoxville opens ONE Conference job readiness lab n The Central Territory’s three-day event sparks ideation.

n Hundreds find work through the Job Assistance Program.

The Salvation Army of Knoxville, Tenn., opened a job readiness laboratory for its residents as part of its Job Assistance Program that features a newly renovated space with eight computers and a classroom that will give participants an opportunity to complete online job applications, study or craft resumes.

“The new job readiness lab is a very important addition to our Job Assistance Program,” said Employment Coordinator Angela Childers. “It’s an amazing asset to our residents that will have an immediate impact on their ability to find and maintain meaningful employment. The skills we plan on providing our residents will open a whole new spectrum of opportunities for them in the workforce.”

Since its inception in October 2009, nearly 800 residents have used the Job Assistance Program with about 50 percent gaining employment.

The addition of the job readiness lab, which was made possible in part by computer donations from the Tellico Village Computer Users Club, is believed to be a key element in improving that success rate. The computers in the lab will be used as a platform in order to make residents more versatile and attractive to potential employers.

“Opening the lab is a step in the right direction, but it’s still a work in progress,” said Knoxville Area Commander Major Albert Villafuerte.

“We created the lab with the intention of adding GED prep and basic computer skills courses for our clients when more funding is available.”

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The Central Territory’s Multicultural Ministries Department hosted the ONE Conference 2013: “Imagine” in Chicago Oct. 18-20––a biennial leader­ship event designed to instruct officers, ministry leaders and employees how to meet the challenges of a culturally diverse and changing world.

The conference themes focused on under­standing cultural diversity’s impact on our communities and services, the biblical foundation for creating multiethnic communities, developing spaces for healing the divides that separate, and multicultural worship and

celebration. A total of 155 speakers and leaders in multiethnic ministry traveled from the USA Central, Western and Southern as well as Australia East and Kenya East territories. Guest presenters included author and President of the Cultural Intelligence Center David Livermore, musician Bruce Harding, multicultural speaker Robyn Afrik, and Matthew Soerens, training specialist for World Relief.

“Whatever your language is, God speaks it,” Livermore said during his presentation. “How do I get to experience the wonder of who Jesus is? By seeing a fuller picture of him.”

The next Multicultural Ministries Conference will be held in 2015.

Glen Tagansky, a soldier from the Des Plaines (Ill.) Corps, leads prayer at the conference.

Photo by Rick Vogeney

HGTV star hosts Army event n Red Shield ReDesign Bash raises money and awareness.

BY SALLY GRESS With an undercurrent of restoration and rehabilitation, The Salvation Army Red Shield ReDesign Bash in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., raised money and awareness Oct. 18 for the Army’s Plymouth Colony, a local shelter for homeless families.

Roughly 150 philanthropic and design conscious people attended the event, a live auction of redesigned furniture pieces. Twenty “ReDesigners” from the community—both interior design professionals and talented amateurs—shopped thrift stores, yard sales

or grandma’s attic to find a “design challenged” piece of furniture in need of help to redesign, restore, repurpose or rehabilitate. The ReDesigners then donated the pieces to the Army.

“This event was important to the community because it brought together a diverse group of supporters and we believe, opened the door for better communication and interaction with members of the local LGBT community,” said Captain Luis Viera, area commander in Fort Lauderdale.

HGTV star David Bromstad hosted the event, choosing his five favorite pieces that were then sold at live auction. The remaining pieces went into a silent auction, with proceeds from

both going to Plymouth Colony.

Bromstad is openly gay and received both criticism and support from the LGBT community for his decision to accept the Army’s invitation, saying that he applauds the Army’s “symbolic handshake toward acceptance and would be foolish to not extend my hand in acceptance.”

In total, the event raised $35,000.

Lilly Gallardo, Plymouth Colony director of social services, said, “The money raised from the event will allow us to expand our enrichment program for the teens at our shelter, buy cribs for newborns and purchase necessary items for the apartments as new families move in.”

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n Emergency services remain on stand-by to assist affected areas.

The Salvation Army in Australia responded to wildfires burning through five areas of New South Wales, which destroyed hundreds of properties and killed one person. Emergency service crews were on call since the bushfires began Oct. 18.

“We just want to be there for the many, many residents who are hurting right now,” said Captain Phil Sharp, Springwood Salvation Army corps officer.

“We are ready and willing to assist in any way possible.”

Salvation Army volunteers and personnel served at evacuation centers across New South Wales in the Central Coast, Raymond Terrace, Lithgow, Blue Mountains and Picton, assisting victims and firefighters physically and emotionally.

“People are understandably upset and bewildered,” said Major Jeff Winterburn, territorial Red Shield appeal committee developer. “Picking up the pieces of a home in rubble or a livelihood ruined is a long and painful process, and The Salvation Army is committed to working in communities for as long as it takes.”

The Salvation Army launched a Bushfire Relief Appeal, which so far has raised almost $500,000 to aid in relief and recovery efforts.

“We’ve been overwhelmed by the level of support for The Salvation Army Bushfire Appeal,” Winterburn said. “We’d like to

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Elsewhere in the world DUBAI—The first meeting of the brand new Salvation Army Dubai Fellowship happened Oct. 14. It was an informal gathering with a hot meal served after the service. Attendees convened at the Norwegians Seamans Center, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Majors Mark and Tracy Bearcroft are the corps officers.

From The Salvation Army Dubai on Facebook

Photo courtesy of Salvation Army Australia

say a heartfelt thanks to everyone who has donated.”

Woolworths pledged to match dollarfor-dollar all donations made at checkouts nationwide over the two weeks following the disaster. Target donated $100,000, and received in-store customer donations as well. Westpac Bank branches across Australia also took contributions and donated generously to the cause.

“The support from corporate partners such as Woolworths is invaluable in enabling us to care for those affected by these devastating fires,” Winterburn said.

“We’re supporting people who have lost everything; people who are hurting emotionally and for whom we know long-term support is going to be needed.”

Commissioner James Condon, territorial commander of the Australia Eastern Territory, visited the most severely affected areas of the Blue Mountains.

“My heart goes out to people who have lost everything,” Condon said. “It’s wonderful to see the dedication and commitment of Salvationists in the frontline.”

Find more information or donate via salvationarmy.org.au.

“Slave” sale held at International Headquarters n Event raises awareness of Salvation Army’s efforts to combat trafficking.

Hundreds of commuters and tourists walking past The Salvation Army’s International Headquarters in central London recently encountered human “slaves” for sale at a makeshift market stall.

Salvation Army representatives from the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland organized the slave sale to highlight AntiSlavery Day, which is marked across Europe on Oct.18. The “sale” attempted to draw attention to the various ways people of all ages and backgrounds can be trafficked and forced to work for little or no pay, often under threat of violence.

The Salvation Army in the U.K. works with the government to support victims of human trafficking, providing secure accommodation when needed and care to meet the needs of this vulnerable group of people in England and Wales. It is just one of many Salvation Army projects worldwide that address the causes and outcome of trafficking.

A pamphlet given to passers-by included stories of people helped by The Salvation Army and revealed that “in less than two years more than 800 victims of human trafficking have been supported by The Salvation Army and its partners.”

“Slaves” for sale outside International Headquarters in London raised awareness of human trafficking.

Photo courtesy of Salvation Army International

Major Anne Read, anti-trafficking response coordinator for the UK Territory with the Republic of Ireland, joined Salvation Army team members during the “sale,” speaking to people who stopped to watch the awareness-raising event. She said she received a positive response, with passers-by interested in what was happening and grateful to learn more about such an important issue.

Canada launches creative campaign for homeless n Address placards installed throughout Toronto to spread awareness

BY VIVIAN GATICA The Salvation Army in Canada, with marketing agency Cossette, identified common homeless sleeping grounds in an ad campaign with a simple message: “No one should have to call this home.”

“In Toronto there are many parts of the city that homeless people have to call home, and as in most cities, it is overlooked quite often,” said Matt Litzinger, Cossette’s co-chief creative officer. “All of us recognized how often we chose to ignore homeless people, so we thought, perhaps we should use

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the spaces they call home to get our message across.”

Home address campaign signs were placed in public areas throughout Toronto to spread awareness of homelessness while giving people an opportunity to do something about it by donating $5 via text message.

John McCallister, marketing and communications

director for the Canada and Bermuda territory, said Cossette approached The Salvation Army with the idea for the campaign.

“We wanted to work with a partner who makes a real difference in our communities,” Litzinger said. “Working with a charity where you can see the direct impact they have on homelessness makes a campaign like this more meaningful and

makes it completely worth doing.”

He said that the placement of the signs was strategically based on everyday places one might not expect.

“They are where people might hang out with their friends or sit and read a book,” he said. “The most important part of choosing the locations was—besides just places that are familiar—it’s also a location where someone else might have to sleep for the night.”

The campaign will run before the holiday season, and is being promoted on YouTube and other social media networks.

Watch the campaign video via http://bit.ly/1acz41r.

ABU DHABI—Rev. Andrew Thompson, formerly the vicar of the Anglican Church in Kuwait, spearheaded the opening of The Salvation Army Abu Dhabi Corps, securing room for the church in the Anglican compound.

Salvationists in Abu Dhabi are smaller in number partially due to new day/time changes, making it difficult for camp laborers to attend due to little transportation.

The arrival of Corps Officers Majors Mark and Tracy Bearcroft caused growth and stability, with the congregation averaging around 35 each week.

From Abu Dhabi Corps on Facebook BERMUDA—The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Bermuda recently received assistance from a local hotel.

The Fairmont Hamilton Princess held a clothing and household item drive to benefit the Army.

“We chose to work with The Salvation Army as the organization has been an integral part of the community in Bermuda for more than 100 years,” said hotel manager Len Czarnecki.

In one day, the hotel collected 141 pounds of clothing.

“It was an amazing day,” said Major Shawn Critch, divisional commander, Bermuda Division. “The generosity of the community was beyond our expectations.”

From salvationist.ca NEW ZEALAND—From Nov. 6-13, Wattie’s food stores will partner with Hoyts, EVENT, Reading, and independent cinemas across New Zealand for the 20th “Wattie’s Cans Film Festival.”

Wattie’s—one of the largest food producers of packaged fruit, vegetables, sauces, baby foods, dressings and pet foods in New Zealand—organizes the event inviting the public to swap a can of food for a movie ticket. Wattie’s then matches each donated can. All proceeds go to The Salvation Army Christmas Appeal. To date, over 1 million cans of food have been donated to the Army through the festival.

From The Salvation Army New Zealand on Facebook CANADA—Corps Officers Lts. Brian and June Bobolo, Estevan Community Church, Saskatchewan, mobilized the food bank program, taking the food van into neighborhoods two or three times a week.

“Estevan has a large transient community,” June Bobolo said. “[Many] come here seeking jobs, but when they arrive it’s very difficult to find a place to live.”

Serving 10-20 homeless people per week, the program tracks those served to ensure no one is missed. Food is also delivered to seniors and shut-ins who do not have access to the Army’s food bank.

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Salvationist Alan Staines created Australia’s Salvo Care Line, which just celebrated 30 years of counseling via phone and offers support to those bereaved by suicide.

A CALL TO AVERT CRISIS

BY BUFFY LINCOLN

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ustralia’s Salvo Care Line—a Salvation Army ministry headquartered in Sydney, with a satellite campus in Brisbane—recently celebrated 30 years of responding to various needs of the country’s people. Developed by Alan Staines, the ministry received its first phone call in 1982 before officially launching in 1983.

Operating non-stop, the free service receives over 60,000 calls a year, equivalent to

about 160 calls a day. Its directors continually seek ways to expand its services to meet growing demands. Currently, 23 staff members and 80 trained volunteers provide in excess of 24,000 hours of service each year.

Staines created the telephone counseling center to assist people in crisis or in need of support, and for those just wanting someone to listen. Originally established as a free outreach for the lonely, confused and destitute, the center has received recognition as a premier suicide prevention hotline.

As a layman, Staines began ministry for The Salvation Army on the streets of Sydney’s Kings Cross. He did not hold a “9 to 5” job but responded to the needs of homeless individuals into the early morning hours. As he met and talked with person after person, he realized a valuable truth: Kings Cross residents had no reservations about discussing their problems with someone from The Salvation Army.

The Army was trusted.

“Crises and problems don’t keep office hours,” Staines said. This understanding made his long hours not only more tolerable, but also more enjoyable. He was connecting and helping to change lives.

However, Staines knew that even his long hours would never be enough.

People needed a way to access help all day every day, and he began to dream of a telephone format that would be accessible—“a Christian counseling practice established on the core principle that all people have been created in the image of God and have intrinsic worth.”

Staines’s dream began to take shape in 1982 when The Salvation Army Sydney Corps, which he attended, celebrated its 100th anniversary. The church agreed to establishing a 24-hour phone counseling service as a part of its centenary project.

Staines moved ahead, developing a training program for volunteers to work as phone counselors. Eight months later, the

phone lines opened and the Salvo Care Line was officially in operation. In March 1984, the Army appointed Alan and Lois Staines as envoys to oversee the work fulltime.

I give thanks to God for the opportunity that has been mine through my Salvation Army service to provide holistic services for the bereaved by suicide throughout Australia.”

—ALAN STAINES The Salvo Care Line evolved into a widely recognized and reputable suicide counseling site, both for those contemplating suicide and for those left behind after the suicide of a loved one.

In 1991, Staines founded Suicide Pre-

vention Australia (SPA) and for 18 years served on the SPA board as national secretary. He helped launch the “Hope for Life Suicide Prevention and Bereavement Support” program in 2006, which provides information, resources and training for those who support people dealing with suicide. The Salvo Care Line ties in with this program by offering counseling support. The Care Line is funded by The Salvation Army’s annual Red Shield Appeal fundraising campaign.

Staines coordinated the inaugural Australian Postvention Conference in 2007 and subsequent conferences in 2009 and 2012 for those bereaved by suicide. He authored the Australian Lifekeeper Memory Quilt Initiative, which gives families a tangible and therapeutic way to remember their loved ones. The theory—researched and evaluated by Dr. Kath Peters, University of New South Wales, in 2007—has been shown to have healing capabilities for those left after a suicide, and the quilt project has expanded to include almost every state in Australia. In 2013, Staines formed Postvention Australia, a National Association for the Bereaved by Suicide.

The need for this society was the focus at the postvention conferences he held. He is a board member of Postvention Australia and serves as national secretary of the association.

In October, Staines represented The Salvation Army at the International Association of Suicide Prevention Congress in Oslo, Norway. He presented “An Evaluation of Participants’ Perspectives of the Lifekeeper Memory Quilt Project” to the 830 worldwide delegates.

In a segment of the congress, Staines received the International Association for Suicide Prevention 2013 Norman Farberow Award “In recognition of outstanding contributions in the field of bereavement and survivors of suicide loss.”

“I give thanks to God for the opportunity that has been mine through my

PHONE COUNSELORS REPORT LIFE-CHANGING RESULTS

ABOVE Staines receives the 2013 Norman Farberow Award “In recognition of outstanding contribution in the field of bereavement and survivors of suicide loss.”

RIGHT Alan Staines

Salvation Army service to provide holistic services for the bereaved by suicide throughout Australia,” Staines said.

A citation for the award was published in the International Suicide Prevention magazine, “CRISIS.” He has also received the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) and The Salvation Army’s Order of the Founder award.

Staines seeks to see a strong network providing holistic, physical, emotional and spiritual support to enhance the health and well-being of every person bereaved by suicide. He continues to serve as a board member of The Salvation Army’s Hope for Life national programs.

“I am inspired by our founder, General Booth’s, words when he said, ‘Let us haste to the rescue, who in this company will lend a hand to take up the challenge?’ This is a call

for action and commitment,” Staines said.

“This work provides a great opportunity for ministry for Salvationists worldwide at this significant time in our history. You and I can make a difference to troubled lives, those at risk and the bereaved by suicide as we try to reclaim an area of work in which we once led the world.”

He referenced Luke 4:18: The Spirit of the Lord is upon me—he has sent me to heal the brokenhearted…to set at liberty them that are bruised.

“Suicide prevention is everybody’s business,” Staines said. “Together, led by the Spirit, we can make a difference, save lives and be Kingdom Builders.”

Find more about Salvo Care Line at salvos.org.au/salvocareline and on Facebook at “Salvo Care Line.”

I RECEIVED A phone call from a middleaged gentleman who was considering taking his life. He was raised in a dysfunctional family and was homeless at an early age.

He was cared for by a number of foster families and had been abused. As he grew older, he married. His marriage failed and when he phoned me he could see no hope in the future. I suggested that we should meet over coffee, as I believed we could help him. At our meeting, he told me the sad story of his life and I could understand his pain and hopelessness in having no family, no work and despair for the future.

In discussing his past, I learned he played guitar. Realizing his background, I asked whether he would be interested in helping homeless young people by teaching them the guitar. He agreed and came to the Oasis Homeless Youth Care center and started teaching the boys. This was great therapy for him as well as beneficial to the boys in the center. He went so well, he undertook the volunteer training program and became a volunteer. Later on he became a member of the staff. What a change to this man’s life.”

WE RECEIVED A call call from a 14-yearold girl who had called twice previously but was not able to speak; she could only sob.

Because we handled her call with such sensitivity, we enabled her to feel safe enough to speak about what was happening to her.

We discovered that her mother’s boyfriend had been sexually abusing her for two years. Because she was unable to speak to anyone else about it due to her shame, she decided to ring the Salvo youth line.

As well as being provided with an appropriate referral, she was able—for the first time—to speak to someone who listened to her and cared.”

A MOTHER RANG who was having a lot of difficulty with her teenage son. She was dealing with the situation as best she knew how and called to off-load some of the frustration that had been building up.

The counselor was there to listen to her and reassure her in her time of need.”

A FRIGHTENED VOICE told the counselor that her brother was seriously contemplating suicide. She wanted to know what to say and what to do.

Calming her down, the counselor was able to talk about what was happening with her brother and take an assessment of the lethality of the situation. The counselor then helped her with the appropriate action to take.”

SEEING NO ALTERNATIVE but to end his life, a young caller—who was watching TV— was about to swallow a bottle of tablets. At that moment, a Salvo youth line advertisement came onto the television screen.

In desperation, he rang the number and connected with a voice who seemed to understand what he was going through. By the conclusion of the call, he made the decision to keep on living.”

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An update from the West’s overseas missionaries n As these individuals serve around the world, consider sending your greetings this holiday season.

Lt. Colonels Douglas and Verónica Danielson

Captains Joel and Rhonda Harmon and family

Commissioners Kenneth and Jolene Hodder

Majors S. Edward (Ted) and Deborah Horwood

Jessica Horwood

BY ELOISA P. MARTIN, MAJOR “But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth” (Acts 1:8 RSV).

God’s purpose for The Salvation Army, as a part of the universal church, is to preach the gospel and make disciples.

Some are called to this Army to witness in our own neighborhoods, cities and towns where people are in need of the salvation that Christ freely offers. He asks others to go beyond their comfort zones by traveling into all the world to share the good news.

Currently, 15 USA Western Territory officers and one lay missionary serve in 11 countries or territories.

Pray for these missionaries and offer support by giving to World Services as we do our best to be witnesses for Christ in our own communities. Consider sending your greetings to these individuals this holiday season.

Lt. Colonels Douglas and Verónica Danielson, Brazil Territory “After completing 90 years of Army service in 2012, and following a lapse of 13 years, the Brazil Territory will celebrate a territorial congress this month under the direction of Territorial Leaders Commissioners Oscar and Ana Rosa Sánchez. The territory is also preparing for sports ministries activities in conjunction with the 2014 FIFA Soccer World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games.

“Christmas is celebrated at the beginning of summer in Brazil. Nonetheless, for many years, the northern hemisphere holiday model was copied—putting pieces of cotton on the Christmas tree as an imitation of snow, using snowmen on cards and tablecloths, as well as preparing food that is more appropriate for a cold climate.

Although this still happens, a much more tropical Christmas is now celebrated.”

Lt. Colonels Doug and Verónica Danielson will assume new appointments in the territory on Feb. 1, 2014, as chief secretary and secretary for women’s ministries, respectively.

Lt. Colonels Victor and Rose-Marie Leslie

Major Linda Manhardt

Lt. Colonels Douglas and Verónica Danielson BRAZIL TERRITORY Exército de Salvação Rua Juá 264 Bosque da Saúde 04138-021 São Paulo –SP Brazil Captains Joel and Rhonda Harmon, Norway, Iceland and The Faeroes Territory The Harmons will begin new appointments in the Norway, Iceland and The Faeroes Territory this month as corps officers.

Majors Elicio and Darlan Marquez

Major Beryl Pierce

Major Susan Wun

Captains Joel and Rhonda Harmon NORMAY, ICELAND AND THE FAEROES TERRITORY Skriveralmenningen 5 4670 Egersund Norway Commissioners Kenneth and Jolene Hodder, Kenya West Territory “The Kenya West Territory has been praying for a new Training College. Currently, our cadets live in an old bakery and tool shed, neither of which have indoor plumbing. But thanks to the generosity of the USA territories and Kenyan Salvationists, we’ll soon begin the construction of new facilities. The additional space will make it possible for accepted candidates who have been on our waiting list for several years to finally enter training.

“But while the Army continues to grow at an amazing rate here, please pray above all that all of our officers and soldiers will develop a deep spiritual life. We are looking forward to amazing victories in the days to come!

“Those who can afford it will generally give gifts at Christmas but the holiday is not nearly as commercial as it is in America. The emphasis is more on the religious aspect of celebrating the birth of Jesus and worshipping in church, than it is on giftgiving.”

Commissioners Kenneth and Jolene Hodder are the territorial leaders of the Kenya West Territory.

Commissioners Kenneth and Jolene Hodder KENYA WEST TERRITORY The Salvation Army P.O. Box 660 Kakamega 50100 Kenya Majors S. Edward (Ted) and Deborah Horwood, Angola Command “The Salvation Army in Angola is active, as the majority of Salvationists are very involved and committed to the ministry. Soldier meetings occur every week and new members’ classes take place frequently. Our officers work hard and live in humble circumstances.

Nevertheless, they are passionate about the ministry, love the Lord and truly believe in the ministry of The Salvation Army as a vessel of God to transform lives.

“Christmas in Angola is essentially a simple, quiet day to acknowledge one another and the birth of Jesus. Most people will not have Christmas trees and lights, instead using simple decorations. Usually a special meal will follow church services.

Gifts will be exchanged in some families, but primarily for the children.”

Majors Ted and Debbie Horwood serve in the Angola Command as general secretary and secretary for women’s ministries, respectively.

Majors Ted and Debbie Horwood ANGOLA COMMAND Exército de Salvação Caixa Postal 1656-C Luanda Angola Jessica Horwood, Caribbean Territory “This year I am serving in Port-auPrince, Haiti, as the assistant project officer.

I am working with some of The Salvation Army’s post-earthquake projects with reconstruction, psycho-social support, vocational training and water system installation. I’m also helping to start new projects, including micro-credit initiatives and a chicken farm to make one of our childrens’ homes more self-sustainable. It’s been amazing to see Haitian communities tackle challenges and to witness the transformation that can come from the projects.

“I look forward to experiencing Christmas in Haiti. Haitians love being out and about on Christmas Day: going to parties, dancing, singing, socializing and most of all, eating. It shall be a joyous season.”

Jessica Horwood is a lay missionary for The Salvation Army.

Jessica Horwood CARIBBEAN TERRITORY Armée du Salut Santo 6, #1342 Boite Postale 301, Croix-des-Bopuqets Haiti Lt. Colonels Victor and Rose-Marie Leslie, Caribbean Territory “Our ministry in the Caribbean Territory takes us to a variety of places in 11 divisions and regions throughout 16 independent countries. Language, culture and worship style are unique in expression in respective

places. It is absolutely wonderful to be able to participate in such diverse settings, and yet to experience the unity of the Spirit.

“We will join with our friends in Eastern Jamaica for many Christmas events, including caroling, hospital and institution visitations, and other community care activities.”

Lt. Colonels Victor and Rose-Marie Leslie are chief secretary and secretary for women’s ministries, respectively, for the Caribbean Territory.

Lt. Colonels Victor and Rose-Marie Leslie CARIBBEAN TERRITORY 52 Roehampton Close Kingston 19 Jamaica Major Linda Manhardt, The Philippines Territory Manhardt has served in The Philippines Territory since 2009, as training principal at the territory’s training college.

Major Linda Manhardt THE PHILIPPINES TERRITORY Pantay Road, Sitio Buka Brgy.

Tandang Kutyo 1980 Tanay, Rizal Philippines Majors Elicio and Darlan Marquez, Latin America North Territory The Marquezes currently serve as divisional commanders in Panama City, Panama.

Majors Elicio and Darlan Marquez LATIN AMERICA NORTH TERRITORY Ejército de Salvación Apartado Postal 0843-01134 Balboa, Ancon Panama República de Panamá Major Beryl Pierce, Zambia Territory “Greetings from Zambia! At the Mitanda Home for the Aged, we are busy with renovations to the kitchen thanks to the USA West Women’s Ministries. All other projects have been suspended due to lack of funds. Please pray for an offer to rent our corner lot. This income would make Mitanda self-supporting in our day-to-day operations. We currently struggle with a monthly deficit. I’m grateful to all my supporters in America who have gotten us this far. May God bless you.

“Christmas in Zambia is usually celebrated by going to church together, and then having a congregate meal. If donors provide here at the Mitanda Home, a gift is given to each of our elderly residents.”

Major Beryl Pierce is a hospital social worker and corps officer in the Zambia Territory.

Major Beryl Pierce ZAMBIA TERRITORY Mitanda Home for the Aged-Salvation Army 51 Kwacha Road, Ndola P.O. Box 250096 Kansenshi Ndola Zambia OR (Fed-Ex): The Salvation Army - THQ 685A Cairo Road Lusaka, 10101, Zambia Major Susan Wun, Hong Kong and Macau Command Wun is divisional commander for the Hong Kong and Macau Command.

Major Susan Wun HONG KONG AND MACAU COMMAND Flat D, G/F 6 Duke Street Kowloon, Hong Kong

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said CFOT Training Principal Major Tim Foley. “We are proud of the ministry that was accomplished. We are grateful for the support of the officers and soldiers who allowed the cadets this wonderful opportunity of service.”

The Fall Blitz nudged several cadets out of their comfort zones as Korean and Spanish-speaking cadets preached in English, and English-speaking cadets preached in Spanish.

“My highlights were teaching a discipleship seminar in Spanish and preaching in Spanish,” said Cadet Francine Huck, a member of the Trinity Brigade. “I’m so grateful that God has given me the opportunity to learn the Spanish language, and now he is giving me the opportunity to share his message in that language.”

Individuals from surrounding corps visited The Salvation Army Camp Redwood Glen for a united meeting. While singing “What the Lord Has Done for Me,” those in attendance were challenged to respond. During a time of testimony one man stood to proclaim, “God kept me sober today, so that I could come to this meeting.”

The Carriers Brigade stayed close to the college to minister on the CFOT campus and at the Torrance Corps.

“It was a privilege to focus on our own kids and see the excitement the Bible stories brought to their eyes,” one cadet said. “We should never be too busy doing ministry for others that we forget our kids need Jesus, too.”

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previously served in Estonia.

“We’re overcrowded in our current location,” Daniel Henderson said. “The corps is running 110-120 people for worship services as is, so this will make it much easier to grow.”

Representatives of the local government, including San Bernardino Mayor Patrick Morris, attended the groundbreaking ceremony. Several members of the San Bernardino City Council also thanked the thousands of residents who graduated from Salvation Army programs and are now giving back.

“This city is in desperate need of the services The Salvation Army provides,” Morris told the crowd at the ceremony.

According to Bennett, The City of San Bernardino purchased the community center’s current facility via eminent domain, the power held by federal, state and local governments to claim private property. It then had to supply The Salvation Army another building of just compensation, as outlined in the Fifth Amendment of The U.S. Constitution. City officials were unable to locate an adequate facility until Bruce and Carol Herwig, owners of the Highland property, contacted

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The Salvation Army and made the space available for under market value.

“We were able to apply the funding we received from the City of San Bernardino to acquire that property and fix it up to our [specifications] and do our ministry there,” Bennett said. “It’s much larger than our current property.”

Services currently offered at the community center like meals and laundry assistance will be transferred to the Transitional Living Center and Family Emergency Lodge once the new community center opens, Bennett said. The move will not disrupt any services offered at other Salvation Army facilities in San Bernardino and surrounding areas of Bloomington, Colton, Grand Terrace, Highland and Rialto.

Though Henderson and his wife face a different set of challenges than they did in Estonia, he is excited to settle into his new role.

“The Salvation Army is far more developed here,” he said. “In Estonia we spent a lot of time just trying to get the word out about The Salvation Army. There’s no need to start from scratch here. There’s already so much support from the community.”

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that would address the poverty and hunger.

The team worked with Rotary District 2420, located in Turkey, which will report the team’s findings to the government. The team in Los Angeles is assembling a report for Rotary International.

“When we came to Inglewood, we were told that this is ‘a church on the move,’” Golden said. “People told me to ‘take this church outside these walls.’

That’s what I’ve done. A representative of The Salvation Army in Inglewood went to Turkey to share the message Merchants in the Grand Bazaar often hire children to influence of Christ and to seek to meet people’s tourists. This young boy, Nasi, sold the Fez he is modeling to Lt. Chris Golden.

Photo by Chris Golden needs.”

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The Salvation Army Bakersfield, CA Adult Rehabilitation Center

Two full-time Production Assistants (Driver) 1 FOR BAKERSFIELD 1 FOR LANCASTER

Must have 3-5 years employed driving experience. The Production Assistant will pick up donations of furniture and miscellaneous items from donors’ homes. Bring current DMV printout to apply in person at 200 19th St. between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. M-F. For more information you may call Tamatha Salada at 661-325-8626, ext. 2.

PLease mention the ad in New Frontier.

Intermountain Division • Denver, CO

Youth Program Specialist The Youth Program Specialist will be responsible for the coordination of youth and young adult related programs to administration, officers, Territorial Headquarters, corps, service extension units, and service centers in the Intermountain Division. The Youth Program Specialist will maintain a consistent process of program support to divisional youth programs. Will draft, process, and maintain ongoing correspondence, reports, and other necessary documents as they relate to the youth programs and support to DYCS and ADYS. This is a full time, exempt position. Travel is required.

The Salvation Army, Intermountain Division Headquarters, is located in beautiful downtown Denver, Colorado.

The headquarters is close to abundant skiing, mountain hiking/biking and national park opportunities. Position is full-time salaried with an attractive benefit package and competitive salary. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

If interested, please provide a letter of introduction, salary requirements and resume to Major Mark Gilden at: Mark.gilden@usw.salvationarmy.org

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prayerPower

A thankful people My daily ritual is to go out each morning to pick up the newspaper. I like to check the morning news to see what has happened in the world and in our area.

In preparing my mind and heart for this month’s article Mervyn on prayer, I decided to take Morelock another approach to a new day by starting with the Lt. Colonel Bible and waiting until later to read the newspaper. What a good idea that was!

The paper is filled with more gloom, doom and disaster than most of us can absorb.

Stories of wars, rumors of war, financial crises, murder and wrong-doing abound in every column.

After reading my Bible, I checked out the newspaper front page. There were only two columns of “good news,” and the only really good news was a four-inch column covering the christening of Britain’s little baby, Prince George. There were 47 inches of bad news, six inches of neutral news and four inches of good news. The typical front page of a newspaper.

Paul Harvey told a story of a newspaperman who decided he would print only good news. His paper folded in six months. He said the only reason he could determine that people bought a paper with so much bad news was so they could read about people who were worse off than they were.

I’m glad that the Bible is filled with the thanksgiving praises of Paul and David and others who focus on “the Living Hope” and the “Good News of God’s everlasting love.”

David writes in Psalm 145:1-9 (MSG): I lift you high in praise, my God, O my King! and I’ll bless your name into eternity.

I’ll bless you every day, and keep it up from now to eternity.

God is magnificent; he can never be praised enough. There are no boundaries to his greatness.

Generation after generation stands in awe of your work; each one tells stories of your mighty acts.

Your beauty and splendor have everyone talking; I compose songs on your wonders.

Your marvelous doings are headline news; I could write a book full of the details of your greatness.

The fame of your goodness spreads across the country; your righteousness is on everyone’s lips.

God is all mercy and grace—not quick to anger, is rich in love.

God is good to one and all: everything he does is suffused with grace.

This Thanksgiving, let us give thanks to almighty God for his greatest gift of all, his Son and our Savior, Jesus Christ.

As you pray, remember, there is power in your prayers.

God bless you and Happy Thanksgiving!

The long view I love “now” and “then” photos. Images of a location shot in the distant past, laid beside a modern picture taken from the same spot.

Cities evolve and the landscape changes, and yet you see the trace of what was in the shape of what is.

Somewhere in my house I have a postcardsized book with photos of Rome, a cheap souKelly venir that keeps reappearing in the packing and unpacking of boxes with every move. In Pontsler between the photo pages are plastic sheets that Major lay down over each page. The sketches on the plastic complete the photos, showing ancient Rome in all its splendor and its footprint in the ruins that remain today. I don’t know how many times I’ve flipped through that book, fascinated by the change over time. What was, and what is.

This past week my mom and I enjoyed a cup of tea in the Bengal Room at the Empress Hotel in Victoria, B.C. That sounds so posh, I know, but to be honest, our poor feet had about given out after two days of walking around the city and it was a good excuse to sit and write a couple of postcards. With our tea quotient restored and our tired limbs revived, we headed back out for a last tour before catching the ferry back to Seattle.

Meandering out of the hotel, we glanced at the many old photos that lined the walls of the hotel. I was intrigued by one photo in particular. It showed the site of the hotel before anything was built—and lo and behold, it was simply a mud flat. The inlet of water which is now a well-organized harbor was just off to the right. And where now sits a beautiful, ivy-covered hotel (which is spectacular in October) there was nothing but mud. What kind of leap of faith does it take to go from mud to magnificence? What

was, and what is. And what could be?

I suppose the temptation for most of us is to plant our feet so firmly where we are, that we get stuck. “It might be a mud flat, but it’s our mud flat. Life as we know it might be falling apart right around us, but it’s our life and it’s what we’ve got, and that’s it,” we mumble without conviction. But that’s not it! While we live life in the ebb and flow of the 24 hours gifted to us every day, our perspective must be eternal. The writer of Ecclesiastes reminds us that God has set eternity in the hearts of men (Eccl. 3:11). It’s the long view that matters.

When I was in Zaire, our work days began with morning devotions with all the territorial headquarters staff. We gathered around the reception desk, sang a song together and then had a moment of prayer for the day. Our songbook was in French— some of the songs were familiar to me, others were not—but huddling up together five days a week, we quickly made our way through the entire book. One day, just as we were about to close up the songbooks, the chief secretary (a Swiss officer) made a simple observation: “Have you ever noticed how the last verse of nearly every song talks about heaven?” No, I hadn’t actually noticed, I had to admit, but to this day I still do. Whether words penned by our contemporary Salvation Army songwriters or the hymn writers of days long ago, this is no accident. Their inspired stanzas lay a completed picture of tomorrow over life as we are living it today.

From earthly mud flat to the magnificence of eternity with our heavenly Father. What was and what is...and what will be! Hallelujah, amen!

A heart full of thanksgiving This year on Thanksgiving day we will be blessed to have three of our family members joining us around our table. We are overjoyed in this time of the year that brings our family to the same community. We will laugh and catch up with each other, which, hopefully, will lead us into a deeper love for each other. Our conversations will extend beyond the characters in a text message. I am really Carolyn looking forward to these face-to-face conKnaggs versations that will be filled with meaningful Commissioner sentences and beautiful facial expressions.

Our family loves to be together.

We have so much to be thankful for this year. We have moved throughout the territory and have observed the faithfulness of God. We have delighted in the many people who have come before the Lord to give their hearts to him. We know that cleansing and healing have come to those who sought the grace of our heavenly Father. We have watched families kneel together at the mercy seat asking for protection and provision for their loved ones. We know that God has answered their prayers and have seen reconciliation in their lives. Our praise goes to God for his faithfulness to all of us. We can trust him with our families.

He takes delight and interest in us because we are his children.

All through the Scriptures we are called to thanksgiving. In Psalm 95:2, we are urged to give thanks with music and song.

How blessed we are to sing and hear the praises of his people! In Psalm 100:4, we are asked to praise God with a heart of thanksgiving. Both the Old and New Testaments remind us that our hearts should overflow with thanks because of the indescribable gift of Jesus who brings salvation. Through Jesus, we find victory in our lives and circumstances. We give thanks to Christ be-

cause he has triumphed, conquering sin and death.

In our understanding of thankfulness, we are reminded that everything God created is good and his love is to be known among the nations. This includes the USA Western Territory.

We are his people, and every day he shows us his love, grace and mercy. Thank you, Lord Jesus!

Exercises of faith are revealed in I Thessalonians 5:18 where we are asked to give thanks in all circumstances…for this is the will of God for us through Jesus Christ. This is both a challenge and an opportunity to learn from the Spirit of God how to trust the Lord with the things that weigh on our hearts and sometimes even crush our spirits. But we are encouraged to try—to speak of our love and faith in the Lord even when our lives seem to spin out of control.

While my heart easily goes to happy times and family, my thankfulness extends to The Salvation Army and primarily to the saving power of Christ. When I think of you, my heart swells with thanksgiving because I know that God is at work in you. I am encouraged because the Lord has looked upon your hope in him and his presence has not departed from you.

Along with the apostle Paul in his letter to the Philippians, I pray this prayer of thanksgiving from Philippians 1:3-7: I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. It is right for me to feel this way about you, since I have you in my heart (NIV).

Happy Thanksgiving every day of the year.

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We began celebrating Thanksgiving a few months after we first arrived in the U.S., over 31years ago.

Throughout the day people would ask, “How do you celebrate Thanksgiving in England?” Their first mistake was to assume that England included Scottish, Irish and Welsh people. Their second mistake was to Ian that whatever happened in the U.S. must hapRobinson assume pen everywhere in the world. On the Fourth of July we Major would be asked, “What do you do in England on the Fourth of July?” to which we would reply, “The same as we did on the third of July.” Then we’d tell them that we lost the War of Independence, thank you very much for reminding us.

It didn’t take long, however, for us to embrace Thanksgiving and all that comes with it. We spent many delightfully chaotic Thanksgiving dinners at the home of Bill and Lenore Gordon with their children, mothers, dogs and anyone else who happened to walk by. Then we joined in the celebration at Rick and Cheryl Sparks’ house, becoming part of their huge extended family. Later on we had dinner at our own house, often inviting friends from countries where Thanksgiving was not celebrated. That was when I discovered the secret recipe for my legendary sweet potato and sausage stuffing, which has now been prepared and served on four continents.

One of the most enduring and best loved “contemporary” songs, a.k.a. “plastic choruses,” is “Give Thanks.” Recorded in 1986 by up and coming worship leader Don Moen on one of the bestselling Christian albums of all time, it has become a standard in worship services all over the world.

In 1978, the composer, Henry Smith, returned from the Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, Va., to his hometown, Williamsburg, where he struggled to find work and suffered from a degenerative eye disease that would eventually leave him legally blind. One Sunday morning, in the midst of his despair, he heard a sermon on 2 Corinthians 8:9: For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, he quickly penned this song: Give thanks with a grateful heart Give thanks to the Holy One Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son And now let the weak say, “I am strong,” Let the poor say, “I am rich,” Because of what the Lord has done for us. © 1986 Integrity’s Hosanna! Music

It was first performed in his home church where a military couple heard it and took it with them to Germany. Through a remarkable chain of events it reached Integrity’s Hosanna! Music where Don Moen’s recording made it famous. Smith went on to write over 100 worship songs and now runs a successful recording studio in Mechanicsville, Va., with his wife.

How are things for you this Thanksgiving? Are you facing a difficult trial? Is there a seemingly insurmountable obstacle in your life? Are you struggling to find a job, or experiencing problems in your relationships?

Are you concerned for the health of a loved one, or the prodigal wandering of a son or daughter? Whatever it is, the answer is to give thanks.

Give thanks in all circumstances for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus (1 Thess. 5:18). That’s the secret. Notice two things. First, it says in all circumstances. That means good or bad, up or down, rejoicing or hurting.

Second, it is God’s will for us to give thanks in all circumstances. So, when we don’t, we place ourselves outside of his will!

I wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving, and pray that as you give him thanks he will bless you and lift you up. And if you happen to be in Corona on Thanksgiving Day, stop by our daughter’s house and I’ll share with you my sweet potato and sausage stuffing.

Tradition, transition and empathy Jerry Brock’s score and Sheldon Harnick’s lyrics provide much of the feeling tone to producer /director Norman Jewison’s remarkable 1964 long-running musical, “Fiddler on the Roof.” It became an Academy Award winner on the big screen a few years later.

The story involves a Jewish family led by Tevye, a poor milkman, and takes place in a Ukraine ghetto village at the beginning of the 20th century. They are surrounded by Gentiles and Czarist troops who haven’t yet learned the value of cultural integration.

“Tradition, tradition, tradition,” Tevye sings with gusto to his wife, sons-in-law and five daughters, two of whom have strong non-traditional romantic inclinations toward gentlemen he has not chosen. He sings about how he scrambles to provide them a living, and, traditionally, therefore, as the “master of the house,” asks them, “Who has the right to have the final word at home?”

“The papa, the papa, the papa! Tradition,” they all sing.

The mama, sons-in-law and daughters echo with their claims.

We have little insight into the end of this story as the entire family’s life is disrupted when the Czarist troops push them from the village. It does, however, reveal the contribution culture plays in the establishment of tradition. Roles, responsibilities, obligations, values, beliefs, attitudes and celebrations seem inherited and, thus, maintain tradition.

It’s not even a holiday, but traditions abound concerning Halloween, the hallowed eve of All Saints’ Day. This occasion has changed so dramatically in this country that we have forgotten why we celebrate it or why we wear scary costumes and play trick or treat games.

It’s alive only due to tradition.

The tradition of “trick or treat” has changed. Tricks are all but gone. Now, children simply assume that the candy is available at well prepared households. So, we discover that different cultures and new generational views have their own way with traditional events. Initiated at another time by another culture, the tradition, as locally understood and implemented, gradually makes a transition into different directions.

It seems to me that the Army has a multitude of traditions as well. It explores new ideas with willing openness on some occasions, and at other times with suspicion, resistance turning to reluctance, and once in a while rarely gradually shifts towards acceptance.

One of these days I’ll make a list. Send me your ideas.

There lives, in the broad arena of life, a powerful fear of change. One often hears: “If it ain’t broke, don’t

fix it...We’ve been doing it this way for a hundred years, why change it now?”

I submit that there are many “traditions” maintained that are “broke,” and many that work well but now seem to be ignored, forgotten and invisible. As this relates Robert to the Army, I believe the real problem is that we have no way of Docter Editor-In-Chief discerning the “broke” from the effective. There are no data gathered that I’m aware of concerning the effectiveness of policies or programs. We need to have information prior to change in these areas and then we need to know how to make the transition.

Dealing with the “fear of change” problem requires empathy. Tradition is valuable. It should not be discarded casually. Often many are invested in the traditional point of view. To ax a program abruptly hurts some people. So, before any change takes place, the change agent needs to be fully aware of the thoughts and feelings of individuals relative to the desired change.

Families have traditions, too.

Our family has many. The most powerful for me, and, it seems, the entire family, becomes evident at Christmas. There is an assumption that it will always occur, although there are no formal invitations. Here’s the way it works for us and has worked for at least the past 50 years.

The entire family assembles at mom and dad’s house on Christmas Eve. We have dinner and then gather in the living room. Happy, excited voices dominate the room as we relate to one another with deep affection. Christmas lights and shiny bulbs on the tall tree in the corner reflect bright colors from wide, eager eyes.

As the room gradually quiets, from my father’s Bible I read the Christmas story from Luke. This is followed by reports from the very young to the very old concerning key events of the past year and plans for the coming year. We sing a Christmas carol, usually “Silent Night,” and then I pray. At this point, each family returns to its own home to await Santa.

On Christmas Day, Diane and I make the rounds of individual houses and watch elated grandchildren dressed in pajamas open presents, enjoying the excited sounds of children and the wonderful people. At each home we eat breakfast. We all assemble again for Christmas dinner.

Tell us about some of your traditions.

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