Living generously speaks to the Gospel of Christ, the face of God.
CELEBRATING OUR 30th YEAR
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The Western Territory’s news source
— Commissioner James Knaggs
for 30 years
May 25, 2012 Vol. 30, No. 09
2012 ‘Partner in Mission’ honored n Chesterfield Resources presented with award for supporting the Army’s mission. BY GEORGIA TZANIDIS The Salvation Army Western Territory presented Chesterfield Resources with the fourth annual Partner In Mission Award during a special chapel service and awards ceremony at Territorial Headquarters (THQ) May 8. Presented annually during National Salvation Army Week, the award honors non-Salvationists who, by virtue of professional standing in the community, demonstrate extraordinary support for The Salvation Army mission. Jerry Nairne, president of Chesterfield Companies, accepted the award with Candace Hanson, vice president. Both Nairne and Hanson also serve on local advisory boards for The Salvation Army. “You are a part of my personal life as well as my professional life,” Hanson said. “It is hard to distinguish between the two.” Since 1995, Chesterfield Resources, Inc. has handled the administrative responsibilities for the territory’s officers’ health care provisions. The company’s relationship with The Salvation Army dates back to as early as 1948, when Chesterfield wrote the first insurance policy for an Adult Rehabilitation Center fleet in the Central Territory. Chesterfield is committed to administering the Army’s benefits programs and ensuring that the highest level of care available and appropriate is provided under the plan. In doing so, officers and cadets can focus on ministry, knowing they and their family’s health care needs are covered. Major Robert Rudd, community relations and development secretary, hosted the chapel service with support from department staff. Lt. Colonel Doug O’Brien, territorial personnel secretary, presented the award and the THQ ladies’ chorus, “Joyful Sound,” sang. Other 2012 Partner in Mission Awards include: Award #021 - Michel McCord PARTNERS IN MISSION, page 4
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Phoenix Kroc Center opens n A place to create dreams in South Phoenix BY CHRISTIN DAVIS The Western Territory dedicated its sixth of seven Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Centers May 18-20—the Phoenix South Mountain Kroc Center—a $79 million, 147,000-squarefoot facility spanning For more on 15 acres in South Phoenix, including the the Phoenix largest indoor aquatics Kroc Center, center in Arizona. see the special “This is a point of pride for the entire pull-out inside. city of Phoenix and the state of Arizona,” Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton said at the public dedication. “It’s the best facility of its kind in the state.” Over 800 people from the community attended the dedication, conducted by Chief Secretary Colonel Dave Hudson in the middle of the Kroc Center’s three side-byside NBA-regulation gymnasiums. City and state leaders Congressman Ed Pastor, Senator Leah Landrum-Taylor and Mayor Greg Stanton also participated. For Landrum-Taylor, the dedication had personal significance. “The Salvation Army is truly an anchor in this community,” said Landrum-Taylor, who said she experienced her first sense of independence when she went to Camp O’Wood with the Broadway
Commissioners James and Carolyn Knaggs, Majors Guy and Denise Hawk, Colonels Dave and Sharron Hudson and Marlene Klotz-Collins pose near a bronze statue of Ray and Joan Kroc at the Phoenix South Mountain Kroc Center. A plaque quotes Joan Kroc: “I am a maverick Salvationist. I do this because I believe in all of this.” Photo by Christin Davis
Youth and Family Center. “The impact on me was the spirit, the bond with other individuals. Now we have this Kroc Center, and I’ll be a part of it…my family will be a part of it.” The Kroc Center, like the other 26 in the U.S., are built around four pillars—education, fine arts, spiritual, and recreation. But in focus groups in South Phoenix, National Advisory Board and Phoenix Advisory
Board member Marlene Klotz-Collins said a fifth need for health care was clear. “Here, in our wellness clinic families can have health screenings like blood pressure, immunizations, and receive triage during sports.” At a private luncheon for Kroc Center donors, Joan Kroc’s granddaughter Amanda Latimer represented the family. “My grandma PHOENIX KROC, page 4
Salvation Army celebrates 20 years in Guam n Service began after a typhoon struck the Pacific island in 1992.
Army salute from (l-r) Associate Corps Officer Major Ella Lani, Corps Officer Captain Christina Taylor, Western Territorial Commander Commissioner James Knaggs, Corps Officer Thomas Taylor, Divisional Director for Women’s Ministries Major Shelley Hill and Hawaiian and Pacific Islands Divisional Commander Major Edward Hill Photo courtesy of Guam Salvation Army
BY APRIL MANIBUSAN The Salvation Army in Guam recently celebrated its 20th year of service on this Pacific island, the largest and southernmost of the Mariana Islands. Located on the other side of the dateline, Guam is where the day begins in the the U.S., and lies in the same time zone as Melbourne, Australia. Western Territorial Commander Commissioner James Knaggs joined the Annual Appreciation Luncheon held April 28 to honor the Guam Salvation Army’s community partners and volunteers and to commemorate the Army’s 20th anniversary there. “The Army’s mission of meeting human needs in Jesus’ name without discrimination continues to inspire the work being done here,” Knaggs said. The Salvation Army has flourished on Guam since its introduction following Typhoon Omar in August 1992. Omar hit hard with winds up to 155 mph. Directly following its onslaught, The Salvation Army appointed then Lts. Ted and Debbie Horwood to Guam to serve the victims. After establishing a church,
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Soldier numbers rise in the West n Statistics show evidence of growth in Western Territory. BY KAREN GLEASON AND AMY JORGENS Soldiership numbers are rising in the Western Territory. After noting an increase in both senior and junior soldier enrollments early this year, New Frontier contacted the territorial program department with the question: Is The Salvation Army in the West beginning to experience growth? Statistics reveal a trend in soldier increases in the territory. “Efforts like the Come Join Our Army campaign [which began in June 2007] have been helpful in securing these new soldiers,” said Territorial Commander Commissioner James Knaggs. “Recent efforts in reaching out to adult rehabilitation center beneficiaries will have a strong influence, as will our hopes to enroll soldiers at The Gathering by the General. Hallelujah!” GROWTH, page 3
Recent junior soldier enrollment at Oceanside Corps
Photo by Krystle Costello
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NEWS BRIEFS OF THE WEST
A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed (Prov. 11:25 TNIV). DENVER CENTENNIAL, COLO.—JoKaren seph Reedy, a senior at Arapahoe High School Gleason who attends the corps’ Editor youth group, received a full four-year college scholarship from the Daniels Fund. He will attend Gordon College in Massachusetts and plans to major in Christian ministries. He attributes his success to God. Captains Nigel and Stacy Cross are the corps officers. PORTLAND, ORE.—Portland Moore Street Corps Officers Captains Dwayne and Hillary Patterson issued a challenge, “Project 126,” to the corps. Fire regulations state the chapel capacity is 125 persons, so the “outgrowth” goal is 126. Currently, 81 members regularly attend, compared to 51 a year ago. Recently, attendance reached 104, which makes 126 people seem even more possible. BILLINGS, MONT.—Several women from a local prison release program attended the corps’ Sunday night Celebrate Recovery (CR) service. One of the CR group leaders, who went through the same program, gave her testimony. Inspired by her story, the visitors looked forward to returning the next week and returned the following Sunday with two friends. Majors Kevin and Linda Jackson are the corps officers. LONG BEACH, CALIF.—The Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) started “Kingsmen,” a Christian leadership group patterned after a similar program at the Riverside County (Calif.) ARC with men who are called to be leaders and Christian examples. Currently, seven men have committed to the program. They will participate in worship services, lead devotions, and mentor and guide other men at the ARC. Captains Frank and Elisabeth Desplancke are the chaplains. HONOLULU, HAWAII—Camp Homelani's Food Service Director, Dave Lucas, was honored as alumni of the year at the Adult Rehabilitation Center of Honolulu. The Salvation Army also recognized four partners in community service: First Hawaiian Bank, Circuit Court Judge Steven Alm, Cliff Spencer and Jimmy Yamada. Each performed exceptional work, partnering with the Army to build a better community. HOONAH, ALASKA—Corps Officer Lt. Liane Newcomb attends Native clan workshops at the local school gym. Sponsored by the Huna Heritage Foundation, the meetings include dancers, storytellers, the heritage of the weavers, the Tlingit language and food. School children attend; thereby receiving the opportunity to learn Tlingit culture from their elders. Many corps members participate; some are respected elders of the clans. QUARTZSITE, ARIZ.—Thanks to a gift from donor Sally Wills, The Salvation Army opened a new service center and thrift store here, completely run by volunteers. Tonya Sorensen is the service extension representative who works with the volunteer committee, which is chaired by Carol Kelley, acting town mayor.
Yuba-Sutter dines and drives awareness n Third annual progressive dinner held during National Salvation Army Week BY SYDNEY FONG The Yuba-Sutter Corps held its third annual progressive dinner on May 15 in conjunction with National Salvation Army Week. Participants witnessed firsthand the corps’ life-changing programs while enjoying a three-course meal with fellow supporters. “We are trying to bring better awareness of what The Salvation Army is doing in this community,” Corps Officer Captain Kimberly Stambaugh said. “We have received a lot of support by hosting this event, including gaining some new board members.” Nearly 90 people were transported to each Yuba-Sutter program site, which included the worship center/social services office, transitional housing complex, the Depot Family Crisis Center and the Open Door Center. “I used to ring the bells for The Salvation Army, but didn’t know where the money went,” event attendee Sue Brookman said. “It’s surprising to know what the Army does in the community—they do a lot of good work. I just thought they helped out when there’s a disaster; I didn’t realize they help the homeless and families in need.” Diners heard success stories at each stop from individuals who had
Captain Tom Stambaugh with visitors at the transitional housing complex Photo by Sydney Fong
been or were being affected by the programs. “It felt good to tell my story,” said Jason, a program participant from the transitional housing complex. “It’s a way to give back, so people know how The Salvation Army helps people who are in the same situation as me. I wouldn’t have gotten back on my feet without The Salvation Army; there’s no way.”
Youth councils focus on standing for Christ n Reports from the Southwest, Intermountain and Sierra del Mar divisions Youth councils 2012 put forth a challenge to the Western Territory’s young people: take action, serve others, and rise and stand for Christ. Camp Ponderosa Ranch, Heber, Ariz., hosted the Southwest Divisional youth councils weekend. Each day offered the 246 participants a different focus: Stand with Christ, Stand for Others, and Stand on the Word. Megan McQuade, territorial director of Child and Youth Outreach Ministries, organized a social justice fair to demonstrate practical action—preparing homeless kits, making sandwiches and taking donations for those in need, and signing petitions against companies that do not value fair trade/human dignity. Lt. Anthony Barnes, divisional youth and candidates’ secretary, reminded delegates that they do not stand alone; others have “stood in the gap,” encouraging believers in their faith and sharing Jesus’ love with those who have not experienced it. Major Tim Foley, College for Officer Training at Crestmont principal, spoke on “Standing on the Word,” emphasizing that God is faithful to his promises and present in all circumstances. Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain (1 Cor. 15:58 NIV). Delegates considered why and how they stand for Christ. “The kids were open,” said Yuma Corps Officer Captain Tracie Hartt. “At one point I looked down the row and saw all of them with arms raised up in worship— awesome!” High Peak Camp in Estes Park, Colo.,
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Delegates at Intermountain’s “STAND” Youth Councils play the “Surrounded by Love Hula Hoop Game,” one of the Amazing Race games held throughout the weekend. Photo by Sylvan Young
hosted 147 delegates—representing all 19 corps—at the Intermountain Divisional youth councils. The theme came from Matthew 10:22: All men will hate you because of me, but he who stands firm to the end will be saved (NIV), which led to the secondary theme in which teams of delegates faced “Amazing Race”-style challenges, organized by the Territorial Youth Department. Lt. Col. Judy Smith, territorial program secretary, spoke during the “United Session 2: Stand IN,” encouraging delegates to stand for Christ. An evening Music Superstar Dinner allowed participants to dress as their favorite music star. Captain Raymond Erickson-King, divisional youth and candidates’ secretary, dressed as Elvis. Illusionist Jared Hall provided entertainment. Captain Roy Wild, territorial youth secretary, preached on how to “Stand Firm.” Many delegates and leaders responded to the call to officership and to take a stand for Christ. Pine Summit Camp in Big Bear Lake, Calif.,
welcomed 230 participants to the Sierra del Mar Divisional youth councils. Focusing on making a stand for Christ, delegates examined how that translates to everyday life. Each day presented a different dimension of what it means to “Stand”: Stand Down (to surrender); Stand Up (renewed life in Christ and to stand for others); and Stand Out (to live life as a living testimony of the change in one’s heart). Visiting leaders included Lt. Colonels Victor and Joan Doughty, Captain Paula Wild, Cadet Caroline Rowe, and Joy Lee and the Territorial Worship Arts Ensemble. Entertainment included a program by The Brain Show, with contestants answering trivia questions and displaying their dance moves, followed by a black light party Saturday night. Delegates also participated in creative expression workshops, including moviemaking and songwriting. From reports by Rachel Utrera (Southwest), Amy Stagg (Intermountain) and Amy Ball (Sierra del Mar)
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the Horwoods opened the thrift store, which funded the corps’ social service programs. In 1995, then Captains Dave and Linda Harmon replaced the Horwoods. During their 11 years, the Harmons opened the Lighthouse Recovery Center (LRC) in 1998—a 16-bed facility for homeless men with substance abuse issues; established the Family Services Center in 2002 to assist individuals and families with food, clothing, rental and utility needs; and became active in the Guam Homeless Coalition. Today, the Army continues to be the frontline agency addressing homeless issues on Guam. In June 2006, after being promoted to majors and receiving the Ancient Order of Chamori Award—the highest award the governor of Guam can bestow on a non-native for exceptional service to the people of Guam—the Harmons were reassigned. Majors Brian and Leticia Saunders replaced the Harmons but had to relocate due to health concerns. In June 2007, Captains Thomas and Christina Taylor assumed leadership. Today, they continue service to the island.
“Under their command,” said Knaggs, “the services and ministries here are dynamic, pertinent and holy.” During their tenure, the Taylors expanded the substance abuse treatment program to meet the growing number of men needing services and facilitated the LRC’s 2009 move to a new location, which increased its bed capacity to 30. Currently, over 100 children attend the Youth Enrichment Program each week, and Sunday services draw over 150 people. The Red Kettle Campaign on Guam continues to be volunteerdriven, breaking records with last year’s all-time high of $74,623. The Thanksgiving Feast feeds over 1,100 people annually. Over 500 individuals and families receive relief through the Christmas Food Box Program. Santa’s Toy Shop receives support from businesses and organizations with more than 5,000 new, unwrapped toys donated for more than 2,000 children. “The island hasn’t had a typhoon in over 10 years,” Knaggs said, “but The Salvation Army still has its sleeves rolled up helping individuals and families who suffer from their own personal disasters.”
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The Salvation Army marks a milestone in the City of Angels n 125 years of service in Los Angeles BY ROBERT BRENNAN Spreading across the area with a “Caravan of Hope,” The Salvation Army celebrated 125 years of ministry in greater Los Angeles May 8. The corner of Temple and Broadway was the site on May 8, 1887, for The Salvation Army’s first open-air meeting in downtown L.A.—the Army’s response to needs created by the city’s rapid growth, with a census tally of 80,000 people including a burgeoning immigrant population adding to the number of poor and disenfranchised residents. On the same date in 2012, hundreds of Salvation Army personnel and supporters gathered at AEG’s Nokia Plaza to celebrate the past and declare that the Army is here to stay and is willing and able to meet the needs of L.A. communities. Through AEG’s generosity and a donation from FedEx for social services, the stage was set at Nokia Plaza’s L.A. LIVE—a symbol of the new and improved downtown L.A.—a fitting locale for The Salvation Army to honor its past and look toward its future. City and federal political representatives delivered proclamations and congratulatory speeches. L.A. County Fire Department Chief Daryl Osby thanked The Salvation Army for the support it continues to provide to first responders
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Major Patricia Giron smiles as children at The Salvation Army Los Angeles Day Care Center receive backpacks as part of the LA125 “Caravan of Hope.” Photo by Kathy Lovin
and added a personal account of how The Salvation Army assisted his own family. Southern California Divisional Commander Lt. Colonel Doug Riley delivered the keynote address, emphasizing that the past 125 years are only the beginning of the Army’s commitment to the people of L.A. “Commemorating our 125th anniversary in Los Angeles is so much more than just nostalgia for the past,” he said. “It’s
about The Salvation Army being a vital part of Los Angeles’ social service fabric today and far into the future.” Riley’s sentiments were put into action as a “Caravan of Hope,” a fleet of Salvation Army vehicles stocked with a wide variety of social services, pulled out convoy-fashion, led by an L.A. County Fire Department truck. With approximately 125 staff and volunteers—many former Salvation
Army clients—the Caravan of Hope provided a special day of service across the L.A. basin. Volunteers brought healthy lunches to day laborers in Hollywood, a hot meal to homeless on Skid Row, gently used interview and work clothes from a Salvation Army Family Store for the veterans at The Salvation Army’s Haven program, bus tokens to low-income workers in Compton, much-needed lunches and dry goods to numerous Salvation Army corps and programs across the greater L.A. area, including books and backpacks for children at The Salvation Army’s Los Angeles Day Care Center. “The children who attend our program are from incredibly financially-strapped families, who all too often can’t even afford dinner, not to mention school supplies,” said Sara Varela, executive director of the day care center. “Seeing the sheer joy and delight on the children’s faces when we gave them backpacks and books was priceless; I believe in these kids…The Salvation Army believes in these kids.” Over the past 125 years, The Salvation Army has clearly become an integral part of the city’s social safety net. Last year alone, The Salvation Army in L.A. served more than 1.8 million meals to the hungry, provided more than 800,000 nights of lodging to the homeless and delivered services to more than 60,000 clients through comprehensive care programs.
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Two elements are involved in measuring the statistical growth of soldiers: enrollment and removal from the rolls. When the number of soldiers enrolled exceeds the number of soldiers removed, a gain occurs. For the last three years, 2009-2011, the West had gains in both junior and senior soldiers (total gain: +253, +497 and +587; see Table 1). The four previous years, 2005-2008, showed losses in both, although the total loss of the two (junior and senior soldiers) lessened each year (-1,123, -422, -270 and -176, respectively). For the initial five months of program year 2011-12 (September-February), a gain of 27 in junior soldiers and 50 in senior soldiers occurred. Typically, a spurt of enrollments takes place during May-July, and this year, with the visit of General Linda Bond—former Western territorial commander—at The Gathering in June, the Western Territory may experience an unprecedented increase in soldier growth for 2012 as people seek to be enrolled by the international leader of The Salvation Army. The gain-loss trend does not quite reflect the growth in the number of soldiers “on the roll.” For the last seven years, junior soldiers increased in two years: 2008 and 2011; however, senior soldiers increased in three: 2008, 2009 and 2011. The increase and decrease in the yearly total of the two is driven by the senior soldier roll—as the senior roll increases, so does the sum of the junior and senior soldier rolls (see Table 2). As of February, 5,388 junior soldiers are on the roll along with 17,122 senior soldiers. If the increasing trend for the senior soldiers continues, we can expect an increase in total soldiership on the rolls at the end of the program year in September. Making growth happen—Corps leaders consider what drives church growth An upswing in soldier enrollments across the Western Territory can be attributed to the intentional work of corps leaders—from day camps to assertive outreach to providing transportation. The Long Beach (Calif.) Corps enrolled 21 junior soldiers in April, which Youth Director Lincoln Hawk credits to successful community outreach and relevant youth programming. The corps’ “To Be Like Jesus” program teaches kids how to live like Jesus through hands-on activities structured around the Gospels. The majority of the local kids come to the corps through its summer day camp, “Summer’s C.O.O.L. (Changing
TABLE 1—Net gain or loss in soldiers Soldiers
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
Junior
-444 -238
Senior
-679 -184 -263 -10 123 276 438
Total
-7 -166 130 221 149
-1,123 -422 -270 -176 253 497 587
TABLE 2—Soldiers on the roll Soldiers
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
Junior
5,932 5,574 5,417 5,443 5,344 5,326 5,420
Senior
16,833 16,702 16,422 16,521 16,664 16,443 17,075
Total
22,765 22,276 21,839 21,964 22,008 21,769 22,495
Outlooks On Life), which the corps has held for two years with the help of a T.L. Williams grant. “Through both of these programs the children have been really grounded in basic Christianity and Salvation Army history and beliefs, making the step toward becoming junior soldiers fairly easy for them,” Hawk said. “They are excited to become, most importantly, committed to Christ and secondly, committed to serving him through The Salvation Army.” Among other enrollments, the Pasco (Wash.) Temple Corps, led by Majors Julio and Karen Vasquez, added 24 senior soldiers and four junior soldiers to its rolls in March, while in Oceanside, Calif., Corps Officers Lts. Jay and Ashley Koebel enrolled eight junior soldiers. "We attribute this growth to tons of prayer, willing soldiers, new and supportive lay leadership, and assertive community outreach," said Jay Koebel. The Reno (Nev.) Corps, led by Majors Michael and Janene Zielinski, lengthened its roster on April 29 with 22 new junior soldiers, seven adherents and one new senior soldier. A van ministry providing transportation is driving growth in Reno. “This has helped to double our junior soldier membership in the last six months,” said Janene Zielinksi. “The parents are even riding along in the vans!" Offering adherency as a viable and attainable church membership option is also helping to grow the corps. “People (young families) are responding by the boatload,” she said. “They are thrilled to be accepted, valued and not judged for where they are in their spiritual walk at the moment.”
Northwest Divisional Commander Major Doug Tollerud and Tacoma (Wash.) Corps Officer Major Warren Dabis lead a song during local officer training. Photo by Mike Lutcher
Northwest ‘recharges’ local leaders n Division provides local officer training for English and Spanish-speakers. BY PRESTON RIDER, MAJOR Salvation Army personnel in the Northwest recently offered local officer training throughout the division. About 300 individuals gathered in Seattle, Olympia and Mid-Columbia, Wash., and Kalispell, Mont., to hone their local officer skills and stretch their faith as they explored new ways to serve the Lord and build his kingdom in their local corps as well as in community outreach. Divisional Leaders Majors Doug and Sherry Tollerud led the seminars, with support from Commissioner Alicia Burger and other divisional staff, field officers and territorial personnel. “This is the best training I’ve received in years,” said one participant. “I am recharged with new ideas and inspired to be ‘soldier strong.’” Developing leaders joined mature leaders in offering ideas, solutions to current challenges, and prayer for one another. They emphasized building bridges, not barriers, in discussions that included youth work basics, women’s ministries, spiritual development, and Christ and culture. In Mid-Columbia, Burger and Pili MartinezMoore held workshops in Spanish.
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Elsewhere in the world CANADA—Captains Paul and Lisa Trickett, corps officers at Metrotown Citadel in Burnaby, B.C., began Games Night for families last fall. The program has since morphed into a single mothers’ ministry, with wordof-mouth driving attendance from 20 to 60 women. Besides games, attendees receive other assistance including prayer and information on legal aid. By request, an English-as-a-second-language Bible study started. So far, six mothers have become Christians and 10 children have become junior soldiers. From salvationist.ca SCOTLAND—General Linda Bond attended “Changing Minds,” the Roots Scotland conference in Edinburgh, where a record number of people approached the mercy seat. “We are called for the people nobody wants!” the General said. “Connecting people with Jesus—that's our roots!” At Junction 6:8, the Roots kids’ program, the theme was the challenge of Micah 6:8: To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God (NIV), which can be viewed as a “life junction” for decision-making. From salvationarmy.org/ihq FIJI—Salvation Army personnel worked in flood-ravaged Fiji as the island braced itself for a tropical storm. A state of natural disaster was declared for the country’s western area after heavy flooding killed four people and forced thousands into evacuation centers. The Salvation Army in New Zealand launched an appeal to raise funds for financial assistance (visit secure20.salvationarmy.org/donation. jsp). Western Territory officers Commissioners Don and Debi Bell are territorial leaders for the New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga Territory. From salvationarmy.org/ihq UNITED KINGDOM—The longrunning BBC radio program “Sounds of the 60s” recently featured The Salvation Army’s pop group, the Joystrings, which formed in 1963 to bring the Christian message to the youth of that time. They became famous in the U.K. with “It's an Open Secret,” reaching the U.K.'s top 20. The group has been described as the first contemporary Christian music artists. For more information, visit joystrings.co.uk. From salvationist.org GEORGIA—The Salvation Army provided ongoing emergency assistance after floods cost five people their lives and destroyed crops and livestock. Army personnel supplied food, bottled water and cleaning supplies. Because transporting heavy goods was difficult, they could deliver only small food packages of rice, sugar and oil. Captain Oleg Murzanov worked with the local government in Lagodekhi and The Salvation Army's International Emergency Services sent the country an initial sum of $8,000. From an international news report
Retired officers ‘join the dance’ n Western Territory retired officers gather for annual retreat. BY LESLIE PEACOCK, MAJOR The Salvation Army Western Retired Officers Association (SAW-ROA) met at Camp Mt. Crags in Southern California May 3-6 for its annual retreat. Special guests Colonels Robert and Gwyneth Redhead, retired officers from Canada, and Major David and Captain Margaret Davis from the Eastern Territory’s School for Officer Training focused on the theme “Join the Dance,” based on Jeremiah 31:4-7. Combining musical and dramatic talents, the Redheads brought the weekend theme to life through Bible lessons and messages. Robert Redhead also led the SAW-ROA band and songsters, which performed the theme song and other new songs written by the Redheads. Accompanied by the SAWROA band, Davis performed selections including “My Tribute” and led the delegates in learning new choruses and songs. Of 59 attendees, three were over 90 years old: Don Torgerson played cornet in the band, Betty Whiteside beat the drum, and Herb Wiseman shared his wit and gentle spirit.
The 2012 SAW-ROA retreat delegates
For 2013, the SAW-ROA elected officers are: Lt. Colonel Don McDougald, president; Major Ron Bawden, 1st vice president; and Major Donna Jackson, 2nd vice president. Continuing appointees include: Major Melba Gilden, secretary; Major Frank Brown, treasurer; Lt. Colonel Mervyn Morelock, chaplain; Lt. Colonel Evelyn Hunter, historian and parliamentarian; and Major Mike Olsen, immediate past president.
Photo by Ron Bawden
“Not only is the retreat a great time of fellowship,” McDougald said, “it is a time of spiritual blessing, refreshment and praise to the Lord.” The next SAW-ROA retreat is slated for May 2-5, 2013, with guests Commissioners William and Marilyn Francis, with Steve and Barbara Allen and family as musical guests, and a Saturday night celebration with the Pasadena Tabernacle Songsters.
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Sierra del Mar’s young musicians
Photo by Amy Ball
Sierra del Mar youth music groups perform in San Diego n 70 musicians join in weekend of music. Sierra del Mar Division’s young musicians—70 total from the youth band, youth chorus, and timbrel and hula groups—recently gathered for a weekend of music-making in San Diego. At the El Cajon Corps, Territorial Commander Commissioner James Knaggs, who was visiting corps in the area, surprised the young people to wish them well and pray for their weekend of music ministry. From there, the group left to entertain crowds at Seaport Village, a popular tourist destination. During an evening performance back at the corps, the group presented a varied program including drama and Devotion in Motion; a cornet solo, “A Happy Day,” by Joshua Stewart; and a zylophone duet by Divisional Music Director Stephen Yalden and his daughter, Sophie. Everyone joined in on a gospel-style rendition of “The Presence of the Lord is Here,” conducted by Youth Chorus Leader Lt. Jay Koebel. “Every note counts,” said Divisional Secretary Captain Ken Perine in his devotion, reminding the youth of their importance, not only as members of the music and gospel arts groups, but also as church members and ambassadors for Christ. On Sunday morning, the musical groups provided support for worship at the Chula Vista, Center City and Kroc Center corps, and at the Adult Rehabilitation Center in downtown San Diego.
would be so proud,” Latimer said. “I can feel her spirit here.” Spirit filled the Kroc Center in a community fair with over 4,000 people that included carnival games, a row of bounce castles and mazes, a dance party with Radio Disney, autographs and photos with Disney Channel actor Roshon Fegan, hot dogs, sno-kones, cotton candy, and tours of the Kroc Center. By the end of the day, 1,500 memberships were sold. That evening, the Territorial Youth Chorus, South Mountain High School Contemporary Ensemble, and Dr. Jesse McGuire performed. McGuire, a trumpeter famous for his rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner” and graduate of Freedom Bible College and Seminar, executed the number and spoke on the parable of the Good Samaritan, using terms relating to South Phoenix. “Poverty is about more than a lack of belongings or food; it is needing someone to reach out and show mercy, restore dignity,” McGuire said. “When I look at The Salvation Army and all that it is and does, I am reminded of the Good Samaritan. The Salvation Army feels compassion, and sooths wounds. “There may be some people we can’t save, fix or help,” he said, “but there’s nobody in this community that we can’t love.”
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In the first Sunday worship service in the Kroc Corps, Southwest Divisional Commander Lt. Col. Joe Posillico and Divisional Youth and Candidates’ Secretary and Associate Secretary Lts. Anthony and Lisa Barnes enrolled 15 senior soldiers and eight junior soldiers. Territorial Commander Commissioner James Knaggs spoke from 2 Cor. 9:6-15 on sowing seeds. “Joan Kroc figured this out; part of her responsibility, her joy in life was to plant seeds generously,” he said. “She knew that if she were to give generously, it would reap generously.” Knaggs explained that the passage is about more than seeds on the ground, but rather who we are and what we are meant to be: righteous. “Would you like to please God today?” he asked. “Then give generously. Living generously speaks to the gospel of Christ, the face of God.” Knaggs invited members of the corps to the stage and prayed a dedicatory prayer over the congregation. “This is not a show place, but an honor place for God,” Major Guy Hawk, Kroc Center administrator with his wife, Major Denise Hawk, said in closing. “Pray that we always keep the mission here.”
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(Central Territory/Heartland Division) Award #022 - Dan Walden (Southern Territory/Georgia Division/Atlanta Red Shield) Award #023 - Dr. William King (Southern Territory/Georgia Division/Griffin) Award #024 - Joe Parmer (Southern Territory/Georgia Division/LaGrange) Award #025 - Mary Margaret Whittington (Southern Territory/Georgia Division/Rome) Award #026 - Larry J. Robson, MD (Central Territory/Western Michigan Northern Indiana Division) Award #027 - Cindy Curtis (Western Territory/Alaska Division) Award #028- Rose Jackson Flenorl (Southern Territory/Kentucky Tennessee Division) Award #029 - Mark C. Yanarella (Eastern Territory/Southern Lt. Colonel Doug O’Brien presents the Partner in Mission award to representatives New England Division) from Chesterfield Resources: (l-r) O’Brien, Candace Hanson, Bob Jessup and Jerry Award #030 - Darick J. Simpson (Western Territory/Southern Naime. Photo by Luis Uribe California Division)
Doing the Most Good
May 25, 2012
MEET THE CADETS OF THE FRIENDS OF CHRIST SESSION Christopher Ratliff
Dustin Rowe
Caroline Rowe
CHRISTOPHER RATLIFF Home Corps: Tucson Amphi, Ariz. Generation Salvationist: 1st What brought you to TSA: I met the Army through the Tucson ARC. Ministry/Passions: Homeless and urban ministries Hobbies & Interests: Baseball, movies, family DUSTIN ROWE Children: Noah, Lillian Home Corps: Oceanside, Calif. Generation Salvationist: 1st What brought you to TSA: I met the Army through my wife. Ministry/Passions: Homeless ministry, missions work, youth ministries
Ryan Struck
Allison Struck
Hobbies & Interests: Reading, football, eating good food, hanging out with good friends CAROLINE MAY ROWE Children: Noah, Lillian Home Corps: Oceanside, Calif. Generation Salvationist: 3rd What brought you to TSA: My parents were officers. Ministry/Passions: Minister to the marginalized: homeless, victimized, forgotten; mission work, military outreach Hobbies & Interests: Dinner with friends, playing games, crafts and art projects RYAN STRUCK Children: Grace, Faith, Andrew
Clinton Trimmer Jonathan Woollin
Home Corps: Colorado Springs, Colo. Generation Salvationist: 1st What brought you to TSA: I met the Army through an invitation from my uncle. Ministry/Passions: Recovery, men’s fellowship, youth work Hobbies & Interests: Sports, spending time with family ALLISON SUNSHINE STRUCK Children: Grace, Faith, Andrew Home Corps: Colorado Springs, Colo. Generation Salvationist: 5th What brought you to TSA: My parents are officers. Ministry/Passions: Recovery, ministries to families and military
Niki Woollin
Melissa Xiong
families Hobbies & Interests: Reading, writing, any activity that lets me spend time with the people I love CLINTON TRIMMER Home Corps: Torrance, Calif. Generation Salvationist: 3rd What brought you to TSA: I was born into the Army. Ministry/Passion: Education, social justice Hobbies & Interests: History, fishing, reading, traveling JONATHAN WOOLLIN Home Corps: Spokane, Wash. Generation: 2nd What brought you to TSA: My father returned to The Salvation
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Army after he retired as a pentecostal pastor and brought our family with him. Ministry/Passions: Preaching, teaching, creative ministries Hobbies & Interests: Photography, video games, video creation NIKI WOOLLIN Home Corps: Spokane, Wash. Generation: 1st What brought you to TSA: My dad wanted to play in the band. Ministry/Passions: Youth, corps programming, building relationships Hobbies & Interests: Scrapbooking, cooking, socializing MELISSA XIONG Home Corps: Tulare, Calif. Generation Salvationist: 1st What brought you to TSA: My corps officers invited us and talked about the different programs; the band program appealed to us. Ministry/Passions: Youth ministry Hobbies & Interests: Drawing, reading, sitting in the sun and letting the breeze pass by
Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center and Railton Place • San Francisco, CA
Southern Territory Headquarters • Atlanta, GA
RAILTON PLACE DIRECTOR
OFFICER TAX GRANT AND RETIREMENT PROVISION ADMINISTRATOR
This position is responsible for the development, coordination, and administration of the Railton Place Transitional and Permanent Housing Programs. The Transitional Housing Programs include administration of the Veterans in Recovery and SA transitional program and the Emancipated Foster Youth Transitional Housing program. The Permanent Housing Programs include administration of the Housing First Chronically Homeless Permanent housing for Adults in Recovery and the Shelter Plus Care Permanent Housing for Adults in Recovery.
Description: Administers the day-to-day operations of the officers’ tax allowances, tax grants and tax filings for approximately 500 officers located throughout the Southern Territory. Administers the Retired officers’ Retirement Allowance and ensures that approximately 350 officers are paid each month. Calculates various other officer allowances. Receives and responds confidentially to officers’ questions concerning federal and state income tax, Social Security, Medicare, etc. Minimum education and experience requirements include an A.A. degree in a related field, five years work experience performing general account work and individual income tax preparation preferred, as well as experience preferred in hands-on day-to-day Ceridian payroll processing systems OR any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and capabilities. For a detailed job description and to apply, applicants must complete our online application at salvationarmycareers.org (Job ID: 127591) as soon as possible. For additional information, please contact Debra Elder at debra_elder@uss.salvationarmy.org. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
THE GATHERING
JUNE 4–JUNE 10 | PASADENA CONVENTION CENTER 3
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SEND RESUMES TO: Mei Lon Sam-Tabusa, Human Resources Manager The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center and Railton Place, San Francisco, CA 94102 Fax: (415)553-3537 Email: jobs@tsagoldenstate.org
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June 8 FriDAY (ConTinueD) June 10 Sun June 8 FriDAY Sheraton, 303 Cordova on site 5:30am Korean Prayer Gathering Street 5:30pm reception 5:30am Kore 7:00am Pray 7:00am And Prayerwhen Gathering two or three 7:00pm The Gathering Main Meeting of you are together 9:00pm refreshments & Concerts 8:00am FoF 8:00am recovery Ministry Breakfast Hilton, 168 S. Los Robles Avenue .3 miles because of me, you can be sure I'llGathering be there. {hilton hotel} 9:00pm that Prayer 10:00am Com 8:00am Officers’ Kids’ Breakfast 12:00pm The — MatthewJune 18:20 10:00am 191 Seminars 9 SATurDAY Westin, N. Los Robles Avenue . 46 3:00pm miles Serv 5:30am Korean Prayer Gathering 3:00pm Kids 10:30am Commencement {First united Methodist Church} 7:00am Prayer Gathering Courtyard by Marriott, 180 Fair 10:00am Oaks Drive 12:30pm Silver Star Banquet* Family Gatherings - Women’s Tea, 2.91 miles Men’s Rally, Kids’ Carnival *by invitation only {hilton hotel} 1:00pm encore! {Brookside Park}
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May 25, 2011 New Frontier
Fundraising—a board priority a view from the
Board Side
As advisory board members, one of the most important functions we have is total involvement in all aspects of the fundraising and financial affairs of our local SalvaDick tion Army unit. Hagerty The most obvious form of involvement Advisory board is to make regular financial contribumember tions. The entire board must take part in giving, following the biblical precept of each according to his ability. Thus, some retired or less affluent members may give nominal contributions, while other board members will give at a more substantial level. Personal trust/estate planning is another area of key financial commitment. We expect all members of our board to designate the Army as one of the beneficiaries of their will. Working with the planned giving and development representatives to set up creative trust and living gifts is also of critical importance. Networking is yet another opportunity for financial involvement—working through various community relationships to encourage other potential donors to be significant givers. No amount of letters, advertising or other promotion will match the effective way that a personal relationship opens doors to notable donations. Several years ago a prominent farming family in our community contacted me and offered to donate a building ideally suited to our shelter and housing needs. This building covered an entire city block and was appraised at $2.4 million. The connection? Both my partner and I have had long service on the local advisory board, and these folks were key business associates of our company. Would they have donated to The Salvation Army without that connection? We will never know, but to this day they check with me—not the local Army officer—to get updates on the work and the ministry. Relationships matter! When we have a major campaign in our community, we ask board members to identify key potential donors, and then to make an appointment with that donor and accompany the officer on the personal visit to request a major gift. When seeking that six figure (or greater) gift, the relationship and the integrity of the board member are a perfect match for the integrity and track record of the Army. I cannot remember any major gifts received in our local work that were not personally solicited by one of our board members. The ways to initiate gifts and donations are numerous: • Organize board members to make personal “thank-you” calls to donors. • Have board members sign and add personal notes to fundraising letters. • Forward emails and information that will likely resonate with a donor. • Invite a potential donor to tour facilities or attend a special event. In that last regard, we regularly schedule “Leadership Luncheons” at the corps, inviting various community leaders to a 90-minute lunch and informational meeting. The agenda is tightly controlled; a maximum of information is delivered. Time is allowed for questions and dialogue. A brief tour of facilities concludes the event. We specifically promise two things: First, the guests will be out on time, and second, we will not ask for money. Of course, after they have seen the scope and depth of our work the donations are almost automatic, and relationships are built. And, since there is not a better, simpler way to receive funds than via estates, you need to schedule a “Wills Clinic” at least once a year. If you have an attorney on your board, then utilize those skills and contacts. If not, then find a prominent local attorney who specializes in the area of estates and trusts and have this attorney present at your location. An attorney member of our board was responsible for a seven-figure gift several years ago from one of his clients. Relationships matter! Finally, and most importantly, start early when the new member first comes on board. In your initial indoctrination, one of the most critical steps is to clearly explain the expectations and the requirements that the board places on each member for financial support and full involvement in the donor development process. Board members must know from the first day that they are a part of the development and fundraising process.
Belief in action Yesterday was a great day! Forgive me if I start by mentioning the weather. It was a gloriously sunny day in Salem, Ore., (something of a rarity since my arrival three months ago) and it got things off on the right foot. It only got better from there, as over 100 advisory board members, Kelly friends and supporters of the Army’s work in Marion and Polk Counties Pontsler joined us for lunch. Major This annual fundraiser is an opportunity to make new acquaintances and share the story of The Salvation Army at work, capturing the essence of our mission under the banner of “Belief in Action.” The conversation around the tables was lively, the stories of those impacted by our services and ministry were moving—and we left sensing that the door had been opened to new opportunities. As I got back to other things—a few hallelujahs still being whispered under my breath—I couldn’t shake that phrase from my head: belief in action. I’m regularly asked what the Army is all about; what’s our purpose? Without hesitation I will say that we are the church with our sleeves rolled up—hands on, digging in, getting-the-job-done kind of people. We put our faith to work in practical action. And the stories we tell at our fundraisers always reflect that approach to humanitarian and community service. Available at the point of need, ready to intervene with social services and financial assistance, prompt to engage with those desperate for change—all of it flowing out of our Christian faith as we strive to “love our neighbor as ourselves.” Belief in action. Sure, that’s all good, I thought. And then I walked into the chapel just before heading home.
Our teen worship team was rehearsing: keyboard, guitars, vocalists, saxophone and drums praising the Lord. I stood at the back of the chapel amazed at how far they’ve come, some of them just picking up their instruments this year. The look of concentration on their faces spoke volumes about their serious intentions to get this right. As I stood there that phrase flicked through my mind again: belief in action. We describe our practical assistance as how we put our faith into action, but the dots suddenly connected and I thought, yes, this is also belief in action. A youth worker invests her heart and soul into these kids—putting her faith into tangible action by coaching them, showing love and acceptance, encouraging them without ceasing and then beaming with joy at their success. That guy at the back of the platform? When it comes to conversation, he is soft-spoken; yet recently he summoned up the courage to learn and present a dramatic monologue in front of a room full of his peers, and his natural sense of rhythm is beginning to flow out through a set of drums. He’s finding his voice and putting his belief into action. I was awestruck, bursting at the seams proud, and so abundantly grateful that God has given us this group of teens. We often look at our youth and smile as we say, “there goes the Army of tomorrow.” I have to disagree. They are the Army of today! They have big hearts and boundless energy; they are striving to be all that God wants them to be; they are making bold statements about their faith in everything they do. They get it: belief in action. And I can hardly wait for them to lead us in worship on Sunday. Did I mention that yesterday was a really great day?
As our spaceships soar Long, long ago in a galaxy far, far away an iconic film first appeared on the silver screen. May 25 marks the 35th anniversary of Star Wars, the classic intergalactic battle between good and evil. According to Los Angeles-based writer Josh Jenisch, "The Star Wars legacy is about much more than box office mojo and poseable action figures—it’s about community. The franchise brings people as diverse as the customers at Chalmun's Spaceport Cantina together at conventions, festivals, costume balls, not to mention Legoland and Disney theme parks around the world.” Jenisch invites you to "dust off your stormtrooper helmets, unsheathe your lightsaber" and join in the festivities. Thirty-five years after its initial launch, Star Wars continues to be a powerful force in the lives of fans both young and old. Meanwhile, a bit closer to our galaxy, the future of space travel has become somewhat controversial as of late. Economic realities have hit the aerospace industry and agencies like NASA are being forced to make difficult choices. The move away from government-funded manned space flight toward privatization and unmanned space vehicles seems to be the wave of the future. Astronaut Rex Walheim, a member of the final space shuttle mission, sees it this way: "It makes sense to retire the space shuttle if, and only if, we take that money to build the next system that will go farther, to explore the solar system, to explore things beyond the Earth. If we don't, it's very easy—especially in these times of austerity—for that money to get pulled away to other uses. We want to get back to where we're the leader in the space industry. If we're not, other countries will take up the mantle. Just like exploring the New World, there were countries that decided to be explorers, and countries that didn't. If we don't keep exploring, we're going to be left behind." One of the more intriguing developments in aerospace is taking place in the deserts of New Mexico at Spaceport America, not far from the town of Truth or Consequences. Before the end of 2012, Virgin Galactic plans to offer the world's first private spaceflight service. Virgin CEO, Richard Branson, is offering his customers a three-day flight experience beginning with several days of training and preparation. On launch day, passengers will travel first to 50,000 feet, then be propelled to 350,000 feet at 2,500 miles per hour, three times the speed of sound. According to local writer, Paul Zieke: "Passengers will experience a few minutes of weightlessness before gliding back to the spaceport."
The cost for this sub-orbital adventure is a mere $200,000 per person. Deposits of $20,000 each are being accepted with 400 prospective astronauts already signed up. Branson describes the feeling of anticipation as launch day approaches as "so close we can almost taste it.” Way back in 1963—before Gemini Victor and Apollo, long before the first space Doughty shuttle mission was envisioned, before Luke Skywalker was even a twinkle in Lt. Colonel George Lucas' eye—Salvationist poet Miriam Richards provided space-age lyrics that are now part of our song book (no. 27). Her words help put science and technology, exploration and discovery, and aspiration and truth in proper perspective: Beyond the farthest bounds of earth, Beyond the ocean's line, Beyond the starlit universe We sense a power divine. The lines and circles, planes and arcs Which we by science trace All indicate a master mind, Its beauty, truth and grace. Like searching eyes earth's telescopes The fiery heavens scan; And now the music of the spheres Is heard by listening man. Lord, as we seek for vaster truth, And as our spaceships soar, Help us to recognize your might And praise your mercy more. For you, who set the ordinance Of worlds beyond our sight, Have given us minds desiring truth And hearts that know delight. Lord, teach us in your only Son To reach the way we dream, To follow truth as he knew truth, And find the life supreme. May the true force be with you!
Doing the Most Good
May 25, 2012 New Frontier
On May 31, 1975, Spirit!, the fourth Gowans and Larsson musical, had its first full performance at the Royal Albert Hall in London. Abbreviated performances Ian had been staged the previous year Robinson at London’s Regent Hall Corps and at the Scottish Congress in the Kelvin Hall, Glasgow. A huge success, the musical told the story of the early church from Pentecost to the martyrdom of Stephen. It featured songs familiar to Salvationists today, such as “Ask, Seek, Knock,” “Burning, Burning,” “For the Mighty Moving of the Spirit,” and perhaps most famously, “To Be Like Jesus.” All made their way into The Salvation Army song book. Fast forward 37 years to The Gathering where a brand new musical called Spirit! II: Empire will have its premiere performances on June 8 and 9. Written by retired General John Larsson’s sons Kevin and Karl, with lyrics by U.K. officer Major Malcolm Westwood, it picks up where the original Spirit! left off, telling the rest of the story of the book of Acts. I think it would be safe to say that this is not your father’s musical! I’m not sure that any of the songs will make it into the new Salvation Army song book. This is not because they lack quality—the songs are Broadway-ready, the play is filled with humor and pathos, and the backing track has been produced to the highest professional standards. It is, however, a very 21st century production that we hope will excite, provoke and motivate you to a new level of commitment to Jesus Christ. If it doesn’t, then you’d better check your spiritual pulse.
lifeLines Somehow, I was persuaded to participate without realizing the commitment I was making. Roughly calculated I will have spent 99 hours in rehearsal plus another 10 hours in the recording studio before I step on stage for the opening performance. Others have given even more. Major Steve Bradley has the lead role of Paul, and I don’t know where he found time to memorize his hundreds of lines. I had difficulty with just six! Kevin, Karl and Malcolm spent many months prior to our rehearsals preparing the music, lyrics and script. Jacqui Larsson, Barbara Allen, Pili Moore and others have given countless hours coordinating all those rehearsals, feeding the cast of 70, and reminding us every week what songs and scenes we needed to learn. Martin Hunt gave up many valuable evenings recording and producing the CD. The musical is a production of the Southern California Division, and we are all very proud of it. All of which reminds me that the last musical I took part in was Take Over Bid in 1968. It had just been written by John Gowans and John Larsson, their first of 10. Who would have guessed that 44 years later I would be part of this historymaking event, as a new generation of Salvation Army musicals is born. If you don’t have a ticket, beg and borrow. In years to come you will want to be able to say, “I was there!” This event is not to be missed. And when you are comfortably in your seat, listen for the first memorable line, “Faster, the north-easter is upon us!” shouted by a very agitated ship’s captain with a strong Scottish accent. Then sit back and enjoy the marvellous presentation of Spirit! II: Empire.
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Advice for young officers “Greetings”—that’s the way my friend and former corps officer, Herb Wiseman, used to start every letter. It’s nice to think of former corps officers as “friends.” I’ve had many. Not all of them were warm or always had a smile. Not all of them were great leaders or dynamic preachers or wonderful musicians. They were all different, but I called each of them by his or her first name, and I was friends with every one of them. I think it’s because they were (are) friendly. Are you? It’s contagious, you know. People who aren’t friendly tend to be self-centered. Sometimes, they allow the Robert negative feelings they have about their self to dominate their decision making. Docter To be friendly is like wearing a sign on your chest that says: “I want to connect Editor-In-Chief with you.” Types of connections differ. They’re not all the same. Some are deeper than others. All, however, contain an attitude of genuineness. They’re real. You can’t fake connectedness. Fear inhibits connectedness—the fear of looking foolish, being embarrassed—the fear of being rejected—the fear of not knowing what to say—the fear of revealing aspects of self you believe are unworthy—the fear of commitment—the fear of loss (etc., etc., etc.) We have more fears than we have avenues to happiness. Fears are part of the “flight or fight” response and begin in the old brain. A natural reaction begins either with an immediate defensive response or with conversations you have with yourself. Remember, The Salvation These usually begin with words like can’t, shouldn’t, mustn’t. They Army is involved with the end with a scenario entitled “The Process of Awfulizing.” Feelings whole person. Our war is of inadequacy stimulate negative self–talk. If you have engaged in negative self-talk stimulated by any of on two fronts—spiritual these fears, learn how to build self-confidence. For instance, do you ever engage in positive self-talk? Why not? and social. If you are able Perhaps, you have been told (harassed) by parents, teachers, jealous to model connectedsiblings or anybody else that you are inhabited by all shades of ness and otherness, those nothingness—that you are a collection of not-good-at-anything, around you will perceive incompetent in many things, and a genuine failure in everything. (Ugh!) the pleasure you experiIt’s not true unless you believe it to be true. If you believe the ence and want the same negative expectations of others are true, you begin to act the way you are expected to act. Those actions become solidified in the for themselves. manner you work to fulfill those expectation of others. Then, of course, these very helpful “others” reinforce the “accuracy” of their predictions. Do you think God would call an inadequate person to ministry? First of all, there are no inadequate people. No! You want to know how I know that? Cuz God don’t make junk. He called you, didn’t he? He recognized something in you that he could use. Forget the negative expectations. Erase the negative labels in your mind. Never use the word “can‘t.” If you have to use a word of non-compliance, use the word “won’t.” Besides being a very dangerous word as a soldier in an army, it also means that you have the power to change. You are entering a profession built on connectedness and otherness. Being connected to God, and through him, to others around you defines the Army. In your corps you will find people trapped in many ways—a negative self-image, anger, disappointment, all sorts of loss, physical illness, emotional pain, feeling of failure, grief and many more. While you are not a psychotherapist, you do have a responsibility in the growth process of a supplicant. God will do his part and be helpful with yours. Your role relates to facilitating cognitive, affective and behavioral growth. Remember, The Salvation Army is involved with the whole person. Our war is on two fronts— spiritual and social. If you are able to model connectedness and otherness, those around you will perceive the pleasure you experience and want the same for themselves. Remember, you will be unable to model these two essential spiritual behaviors if you allow yourself to be dominated by feelings of inadequacy. Do you want to build a corps? Do you hope to see growth in your corps—not just in attendance, but also spiritual growth? Act as if you were charismatic. It’s a special quality rooted in a kind of spirituality that emanates from some that seems to attract people. It’s a magnet. It can be learned. When I think of charisma, I’m reminded of John Gowans, the 16th General of The Salvation Army, now retired. In his most enjoyable autobiography There’s a Boy Here … he tells a story of his arrival at his very first corps appointment. He and his assistant met the corps sergeant-major at divisional headquarters in Liverpool. Following the introductions, the sergeant-major said: ”Well, I hope you two like work.” He then drove them to their quarters where some soldiers had prepared a heavily laden table of food. The sergeant-major then said: “Now, tuck in Leff, there’s not much time. A lady with five children will be arriving in just a few minutes. She’s not a Salvationist and met the Army in the pubs and her husband was run over by a car two days ago. She wants to talk to you about the funeral.” It was a shock, but he didn’t panic. He solved the problem by drafting neighboring lieutenants from other corps. So, I also recommend that you have crisis intervention strategies clearly in mind.
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you find yourself flying over Phoenix, look down. The world’s largest Salvation Army shield—46- by 54-feet— bursts off the roof of the South Mountain Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, a new $79 million, 147,000-squarefoot facility spanning 15 acres in South Phoenix. Once considered “the south side,” The Salvation Army has been present in South Mountain since 1967. Ted McClure remembers it well. At 15, he left an Oklahoma town of 753 people and arrived in South Mountain in 1969, where the high school alone had 2,300 students. “It was a culture shock, and The Salvation Army was a place of refuge for me,” McClure said. When he was cut from the high school basketball team, the coach told him to practice. He did—at the Broadway Youth and Family Center (later renamed the South Mountain Youth Center) that opened in 1968, where he played on the church’s league team. The following year, McClure made the school basketball team and started. “You can’t see the result of prevention; it can’t be measured, but Joan Kroc got it,” said Commissioner Joe Noland, CONTINUED ON PAGE III
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With the old place coming down, there was a lot of anxiety in the community over what would come. We’ve made it clear that we’re not going to change; we’re just adding more. —MAJOR DENISE HAWK
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This is a point of pride for the entire city of Phoenix and the state of Arizona; it’s the best facility of its kind in the state.
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—PHOENIX MAYOR GREG STANTON
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At the Kroc Center community fair on May 19, over 4,000 people enjoyed dancing and games with Radio Disney, face painting, and tours of the Kroc Center, including the new boxing gym. Photos by Christin Davis
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Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. (PROV. 22:6 ESV)
A place to create dreams in South Phoenix Continued from page I
who began the Army’s work in South Mountain with his wife, Commissioner Doris Noland. “Vision— those who see through the invisible and do the impossible. Do you see it today?” Now an independent business owner in the area, McClure spent the last eight years as the chairman of the Kroc Center Advisory Council, working to replace the former youth center with a Kroc Center—one of seven in the Western Territory. In 1998, Joan Kroc, widow of McDonald’s founder Ray Kroc, donated $80 million to build the first Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in San Diego, Calif. She wanted all people to have recreational, educational and cultural arts opportunities. The center opened in June 2002, and just over a year later, in October 2003, Kroc left a $1.5 billion bequest to The Salvation Army to build similar community centers around the country. South Mountain received $64 million from the Kroc grant and endowment and raised an additional $15 million locally. “The Salvation Army touched my heart with the love of God; I know Christ is working through this place, and that’s why I give back,” McClure said. “The Army has done for me the eye of a needle what they have done and are about to do for this community.” Just five minutes from downtown Phoenix, across the dried out Rio Salado, South Mountain experienced development in the early 2000s as citrus groves and flower fields were turned into housing developments and commercial properties. Yet, it remains an area of need with a median household income of $50,000, 27 percent of children in the county considered food insecure (lacking access to enough food to fully meet basic needs at all times), and an incarceration rate that’s five times the national average. A high police presence monitors four prominent gangs that vie for control of the drug trade, and the center itself is surrounded by graffiti-riddled auto body shops. Majors Guy and Denise Hawk, Kroc Center administrators, arrived here in 2004, just as Kroc Center applications were due across the nation. While operating the corps and youth center, known for its volleyball, basketball and boxing, the Hawks later received word that Phoenix would receive a Kroc grant and the pair began the process to opening the new facility. “With the old place coming down, there was a lot of anxiety in the community over what would come,” Denise Hawk said. “We’ve made it clear that we’re not going to change; we’re just adding more.” As the 21st of 27 Kroc Centers in the nation, the South Mountain Kroc Center features three multipurpose sports fields, a 35-foot rock wall, a 350-seat Broadway-style theater, game and party rooms, a child watch center, a commercial kitchen that can produce 1,000 meals per setting, a multipurpose Continued on page IV
Photos from the neighborhood around the Phoenix South Mountain Kroc Center. See more at facebook.com/psmkroc
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Sports, education and family Continued from page III
room, three NBA-regulation basketball courts, a 0.8-mile walking track, two boxing rings, a 5,000-square-foot fitness studio and group exercise room, family service and administrative offices, classrooms, a library, a computer lab, a wellness center, and the largest indoor aquatics center in Arizona. The new center was physically built around the original facility, which only last November was razed to be turned into parking. Overseen by project manager Dan Hinkson, construction began in August 2010 by Haydon Building Corp., with coordination by Sigma Contracting, architecture by BRS, and design by Dick & Fritsche Design Group. “This is a point of pride for the entire city of Phoenix and the state of Arizona; it’s the best facility of its kind in the state,” said Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton, who also thanked the Army for providing so many jobs during construction and another 150 now that the center is open. Stanton recognized that in South Mountain, recreational opportunities are paramount. In focus groups with local residents, the Army discovered a desire for even more gymnasium space. It subsequently scrapped plans for a competition pool to build an extra NBA-regulation gym for a total of three side-by-side courts. “We have history,” Guy Hawk said. “The last basketball game in the old center, where the Phoenix Suns first practiced, was like homecoming with alumni from the last 40 years coming to play.” The history was preserved as Kroc Center donors received a plaque made from the old court floor. Alongside sports, education is critical in the new center’s programming. “I believe education is the logical way forward for anyone,” said Jim Armstrong of the Armstrong Family Foundation, which gave generously to the Kroc Center. “Here—if you get your schoolwork done, you can play in the backyard. Well, just look at the backyard.” Armstrong learned of The Salvation Army when his daughter tutored at the former youth center with Arizona State University, a partnership that continues today. The Armstrong Family Foundation built and endowed the Armstrong Family Learning Center, and endowed a scholarship fund based on need for those in a 2.5-mile radius of the Kroc Center. Beyond sports and education, family is the cornerstone of the Phoenix South Mountain Kroc Center. The Hawks said they are deliberate about bringing families together to ensure the center is helping to strengthen families. In a program at the school across the street, Rose Linda Elementary, the Army distributes coffee and information about the Kroc Center during school drop-off. The school— led by principal Irene Lopez, who also serves on the Kroc Center’s Advisory Council—hosted a book drive for the center’s library that resulted in over 1,000 new books. At its core, this center operates on The Salvation Army’s credence of “Heart to God, Hand to Man.” “We’re striving to make sure the mission is not lost,” Guy Hawk said. “When you walk in the door, you’ll know the essence of who we are.” The mission statement of The Salvation Army runs along the wall above the check-in point, and a screen displays Salvation Army news from around the world. Members of the corps and community wrote prayers and Scripture on the foundational walls of the performing arts theater. In the mission services room, visitors can learn about the Army and its various aspects of ministry and service. Judy McManus, mission services room attendant, began training at the Kroc Center the day after retiring in April. “I had to be part of this…it’s a family-like atmosphere,” she said. “Kids and parents alike have been talking about this place, not just in South Phoenix, but in the whole valley.” Following a public dedication before 800 people and a community fair attended by more than 4,000 people, the Phoenix South Mountain Kroc Center opened its doors May 21 with 1,500 members. “For some, when their children are born, they see barriers rather than plans and opportunities,” Colonel Dave Hudson, Western Territory chief secretary, said during the public dedication. “Kroc dreamed of constructing and replicating centers across the country to change that, to give kids a chance to have dreams fulfilled. “Kroc Centers aren’t just the place where dreams are made,” Hudson said, “they are where the dreams are created, too.”
What it takes to make a Kroc: • 360,000 construction man-hours, averaging 75 workers on-site daily • 18,600 lineal feet (just over 3.5 miles) of wall • 134 miles of line-voltage wire and 28 miles of low voltage cabling • 227 doors and 2,056 light fixtures • Swimming pool surface area of 5,000 square feet and 107,328 gallons of water • 410 tons of air conditioning equipment (enough to heat and cool 146 regular-size homes) • Diverting the waste generated from construction—4,686,000 pounds—to recycling centers • Submitting proposals (660 total) electronically, saving 26.5 trees, $57,908 in reproduction costs, and 8,355 days of shipping time
Fifteen senior soldiers and eight junior soldiers were enrolled at the first worship service in the Kroc Corps on May 20; Majors Guy and Denise Hawk, Kroc Center administrators; Ted McClure, Kroc Center Advisory Council chairman; and the 35-foot rock climbing wall inside the Kroc Center lobby.
Photos by Christin Davis
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