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O NC E,
O N B EING A SKE D BY
T H E PH ARI S EES WHE N THE K I NG D O M O F G OD WOULD COME , J ESUS REPL I ED,
THE COMING
O F T H E K I N G D OM OF GOD IS N O T S O MET H I NG THAT CA N BE O BSERV ED , NOR WILL PE OPLE S AY ,
H ERE I T IS, OR
THE RE IT
I S , BEC AUSE THE KINGDOM OF G OD I S I N Y O UR MIDST. –LUKE 17: 20-21
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MISSION STATEMENT T H E S ALVAT IO N ARMY The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
El Ejército de Salvación, movimiento internacional, es una parte evangélica de la Iglesia Cristiana Universal. Su mensaje está basado en la Biblia. Su ministerio es motivado por su amor a Dios. Su misión es predicar el Evangelio de Jesucristo y suplir las necesidades humanas en su nombre, sin ninguna discriminación.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE T H E CO LL EG E F O R O F F IC E R T R A I N I N G
The purpose of the College for Officer Training is to develop men and women in knowledge, capabilities, spirit, and character who will be able to sustain and advance the mission of The Salvation Army in the salvation of the world.
El propósito del Centro Universitario de Entrenamiento para Oficiales es desarrollar hombres y mujeres, en cuanto a conocimiento, aptitudes, espíritu, y carácter, de manera que sean capaces de sostener y promover la misión del Ejército de Salvación en cuanto a la salvación del mundo.
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TERRITORIAL LEADERS
COMMISSIONERS WILLIAM A. AND G. LORRAINE BAMFORD TERRITORIAL COMMANDER TERRITORIAL PRESIDENT OF WOMEN'S MINISTRIES
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TERRITORIAL CABINET COLONELS PHILIP J. AND DESLEA A. MAXWELL CHIEF SECRETARY / TERRITORIAL SECRETARY FOR WOMEN’S MINISTRIES
LT. COLONEL RUTH A. STONEBURNER SECRETARY FOR PERSONNEL
LT. COLONELS HUBERT S. AND KATHLEEN J. STEELE SECRETARY FOR BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION / COMMUNICATIONS SECRETARY
LT. COLONELS JAMES AND PATRICIA LABOSSIERE SECRETARY FOR PROGRAM / SECRETARY FOR SPIRITUAL LIFE DEVELOPMENT
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GREETINGS FRO M THE I NTE R NATIO NAL L E A D E R S
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GREETINGS F R O M THE T E RR ITO RIAL L EA D E R S
WILLIAM A. BAMFORD
BRIAN PEDDLE
TERRITORIALCOMMANDE
GENERAL
THE SALVATION ARMY FOUNDED IN 1865 BY WILLIAM AND CATHERINE BOOTH
OFFICE OF
THE TERRITORIAL COMMANDER.
June 14, 2020 Dear Messengers of the Kingdom, You are being commissioned and ordained as Salvation Army Officers at a time that is unprecedented in our history. As you embark on ministry, you enter our officer ranks when the world is reeling from the effects of a global pandemic. You are being asked to embrace your calling with courage as you serve those hungry for hope, isolated from love and yearning for a better tomorrow. It is for such a time as this for which you have been called.
But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Matthew 6:33 We join with the people of the USA Eastern Territory in praying that the Message of the Kingdom will be amplified through your lives. May the words of Charles Colson be an encouragement for the journey ahead.
It is not what we do that matters, but what a sovereign God chooses to do through us. God doesn't want our success; He wants us. He doesn't demand our achievements; He demands our obedience. The Kingdom of God is a kingdom of paradox, where through the ugly defeat of a cross, a holy God is utterly glorified. Victory comes through defeat; healing through brokenness; finding self through losing self. We love you; we celebrate you and we send you forth in the powerful name of Jesus! May the Lord bless you! In His service,
William A. and G. Lorraine Bamford Commissioners
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STAFF COLL EGE FO R O F F IC E R TRA I N I N G
Lt. Colonels David E. & Naomi R. Kelly Training Principal/Assistant Principal for Ministry Development
ADMINISTRATION
Major Jongwoo Kim
Assistant Training Principal for Administration
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Captain Sun–Kyung Simpson Spiritual Formation and Worship Coordinator
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CURRICULUM
Major Eva R. Geddes
Captain Sheila Williams–Gage
Major Miguelina A. Feliz
Major David E. Payton
Major Kristin E. Rivero
Major Iris J. Torres
Director of Curriculum
Education Officer
Curriculum Officer, Personnel Officer Curriculum Officer – Spanish Track
Curriculum Officer
Spanish Studies Coordinator
Captain Joshua Simpson Curriculum Officer
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FIELD TRAINING & EVANGELISM
Major Silvia N. Machado Director of Field Training
Major Heather L. Holt
Assistant Field Training Director
Major Eduardo J. Feliz Field Training Officer
PERSON NEL
Major Alberto Suarez Director of Personnel
Major Marika Safarova Payton Major Margaret J. Starnes Associate Director of Personnel
Assistant Director of Personnel
Captain Pamela Armour
Captain Joshua Jones
BUSINESS
Major Ronald L. Starnes Director of Business
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Senior Home Officer
Business Officer
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Captain Rickie Armour
Captain Curtis Flora
Captain Felicia Flora
Captain Rohan E. Gage
Field Training Officer
Personnel Officer
Captain Michelle Jones Home Officer
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Field Training Officer
Personnel Officer
Major Misook Kim
Campus Ministries Director
Lieutenant Luis Ocasio Transportation Officer
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FACULTY Major David Antill
Major Jongwoo Kim
Ms. Lorena Simmonds Lance
Major Ismael Correa
Major Misook Kim
Major Raquel Ramirez
Major Miguelina Feliz
Ms. Christianne Livingston
Captain Joshua Simpson
Captain Felicia Flora
Colonel Richard Munn
Captain Sun Kyung Simpson
Major Eva Geddes
Major David Payton
Major Margaret Starnes
Major Heather Holt
Major Marika Payton
Major Ronald Starnes
Captain Joshua Jones
Ms. Robin Rader
Major Alberto Suarez
Captain Michelle Jones
Mr. Christian Riesebieter
Major Iris Torres
Lt. Colonel David Kelly
Major Kristin Rivero
Captain Sheila Williams-Gage
Lt. Colonel Naomi Kelly
Mr. Jose Antonio Rodriguez-Morell
ASSOCIATE FACULTY Major Santa Correa
Captain Rohan Gage
Captain Curtis Flora
Major Silvia Machado
RESOURCE PERSONNEL Captain Pamela Armour
Ms. Solimar Machado
Captain Rickie Armour
Mrs. Emily Nevill
Major Eduardo Feliz
Lieutenant Luis Ocasio
Ms. Sandra Heintz
IN APPRECIATION STAFF WHO SERVED WITH MESSENGERS OF THE KINGDOM
Colonel Janet Munn Major Marta Dearin Majors Heather & William Garrett Major Gloria Misla
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LONG SERVICE ORDER & NEWLY RETIRED OFFICERS 40 Years – Proclaimers of Salvation
Major Philip S. Wittenberg
Lt. Colonel Janet Ashcraft
30 Years – Witnesses for Jesus
Major Stefanie A. Nkounkou
Lt. Colonel Larry Ashcraft
Major Douglas L. Bartlebaugh
Major Gregory F. Norman
Major A. Philip Ferreira
Major Thomas C. Dressler
Major Gilbert R. Parkhurst
Lt. Colonel Vevene Jonas
Major Asit S. George
Major Hermas Pearl
Lt. Colonel David E. Kelly
Major Suzanne R. Hickman
(Ambassadors for Christ)
Colonel Cheryl A. Maynor
(Proclaimers of the Gospel)
Major Steven H. Pearl, Sr.
Colonel Kenneth W. Maynor
Major Sarah MacLean
(Ambassadors for Christ)
Commissioner Martha Paredes
Major Timothy R. MacLean
Major James F. Purvis
(Overcomers)
Major Norma Newton
Major Antonietta G. Rosamilia
Commissioner Tito E. Paredes
Major Frances C. Rader
Major Penny J. Shaffer
(Overcomers)
Major Christine J. Rock
Major Terry L. Shaffer
Major Gayle A. Senak
Major Ivan K. Rock
Major Bethany J. Starkey
Lt. Colonel Kathleen J. Steele
Major Kathleen L. Stoops
Major Richard J. Starkey
Major Steven B. Stoops
Major Tina M. Streck
Major Angela B. Carter
25 Years – Messengers of Hope
Newly Retired Officers
Major Herbert C. Carter
Major Marta Arocho
Major Bernard Austin
Major Brenda J. DeVault
Major Judith A. Bernardi
Major Nancy Beauchamp
(Proclaimers of Salvation)
Major Ronald T. Bernardi
Majors Angelo & Virginia Bermeo
Major Colin D. DeVault
Major Martha Bone
Majors Donald & June Carver
(Proclaimers of Salvation)
Major David B. Davis
Major Marta Dearin
Major Carol L. Ditmer
(Heralds of Hope)
Captain John Dove
Major Stephen R. Ditmer
Major Carmen Diaz
Majors Bruce & Robbin Eckhart
Major Susan A. Dunigan
(Joyful Evangelists)
Majors D. Sue & James Foley
Major William S. Dunigan
Major Janet L. Duperree
Major Mary Francis
Major Inger M. Furman
(Heralds of Jesus)
Major Gillian Harvey
(God’s Messengers)
Major Timothy A. Duperree
Major Martha Jenson, MD
Major Judy L. Hart
(Heralds of Jesus)
Majors Deborah L. & James C. Kisser
Lt. Colonel James P. LaBossiere
Major Ana L. Frazer
Major Gloria Misla
Lt. Colonel Patricia J. LaBossiere
Major Joy K. Jugenheimer
Majors D. Randal & Marci Orr
Major Andrew N. Murray
Major Elijah O. Kahn
Majors Douglas & Patricia Richwine
Major Lydia L. Pearson
Major Jongwoo Kim
Majors Jerry & Susan Stinson
Major C. Anita Stewart
Major Misook Kim
Majors Patricia & Thomas Taylor
(God's Messengers)
Major Anna McKoy
Majors Laurence & Lynne Wittenberg
Major Ervin McKoy, Jr. Major Celestin L. Nkounkou
35 Years – Guardians of the Truth
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COVENANT SERVICE SUNDAY, JUNE 7 – 10:30 AM COLLEGE FOR OFFICER TRAINING Preliminary Music THE CALL Call to Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lt. Colonel David E. Kelly Song #1002/689. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lt. Colonel David E. Kelly “I, the Lord of Sea and Sky” “Called by God” Prayer Chorus #HC 91 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lt. Colonel Naomi R. Kelly “Fan the Flame in Me” Prayer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lt. Colonel Naomi R. Kelly THE COMMITMENT Responsive Reading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lt. Colonel Ruth A. Stoneburner ‘My Officer Covenant’ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Captain Joshua Jones Session Advisor THE CONSECRATION Song #711/213. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Colonel Deslea A. Maxwell “In Heavenly Love Abiding” Scripture Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cadet Marcella Hughes Cadet Irseris Agosto-Santos THE COVENANT My Covenant–Called by God. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cadet Christine Morales Special Music Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “If Your Presence” THE TERRITORIAL COMMANDER WILL SPEAK Witnessed by. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commissioner William A. Bamford III Lt. Colonel David E. Kelly Prayer of Dedication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commissioner G. Lorraine Bamford Song #HC 198. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Major Jongwoo Kim “In Jesus’ Name” Benediction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Colonel Philip J. Maxwell 16
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M y Covenant CALLED BY GOD to proclaim the Gospel of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ as an officer of The Salvation Army
I BIND MYSELF TO HIM IN THIS SOLEMN COVENANT
To Love and serve Him supremely all my days, To Live to win souls and make their salvation the first purpose of my life, To Care for the poor, feed the hungry, clothe the naked, love the
unloved, and befriend those who have no friends,
To Maintain the doctrines and principles of The Salvation Army, and, by God’s grace to prove myself a worthy officer.
Done in the strength of my Lord and Saviour, and in the presence of the
Territorial Commander, training school officers and fellow cadets.
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Angelica Olmedo Garcia
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Joshua 1:9
John 11:40
Dennys Alvarez
Norma Alvarez
Philippians 4:13
Joshua 1:9
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Bassey Archibong
Ginikachukwu Onwuka
Psalm 91:1–2
Proverbs 3:5–6
Christian Blaire
Kiara Blaire
Matthew 9:11–13
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Galatians 2:20
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Hector Cid–Ciriaco Psalm 27:1–2
Guilbaldo De La Cruz John 3:16
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Melissa Lopez Castro 1 Corinthians 15:58
Yesenia Hernandez Romans 8:35–39
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Shirley Figueroa
Germania Guzman
Jeremiah 1:5
Joshua 1:9
Donna Hannan Jeremiah 29:13
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James Hughes
Marcella Reid Hughes
Colossians 3:16
Matthew 11:28-30
David Kumar Psalm 24:7
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David James LaBossiere
Emma Grace LaBossiere
Psalm 139:7
Jeremiah 1:7–8
Jessica Lane
Robert Lane
Philippians 4:6–7
Job 42:1–2
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Apolinar Marte Cruz Jeremiah 33:3
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Maritza Lora Philippians 4:13
Kelly Louise Melfi
Tylar Ayres Melfi
Romans 12:2
Matthew 16:24
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Nereus Mogaria Isaiah 43:1b
Marangelly Quinones Tripari
Pedro Molina Perez
Psalm 119:1
Daniel 4:2
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Christine Valeria Morales Zephaniah 3:17
Irseris Agosto Santos Philippians 4:13
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Ismael Ortiz Psalm 91:11
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Brian David Perks Matthew 28:19
Damaris Andrea Porchetti Proverbs 16:9
Carmen Rosado
Alexander Sanchez–Rodriguez
Psalm 139:23–24
1 Corinthians 15:58
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Qwantyonia Weems Proverbs 3:5–6
Charity Bender Auxiliary Captain
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Shawn Williams Romans 12:2
Philip Bender Auxiliary Captain
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AFFIRMATION OF FAITH AND PROMISE T H E CA DETS In the name of God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, and in the presence of the officers, soldiers, and friends of The Salvation Army here assembled, we declare that we believe: 1. That the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments were given by inspiration of God, and that they only constitute the Divine rule of Christian faith and practice. 2. That there is only one God, who is infinitely perfect, the Creator, Preserver, and Governor of all things, and who is the only proper object of religious worship. 3. That there are three persons in the Godhead—the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, undivided in essence and co–equal in power and glory.
4. That in the person of Jesus Christ the Divine and human natures are united, so that He is truly and properly God and truly and properly man. 5. That our first parents were created in a state of innocency, but by their disobedience they lost their purity and happiness, and that in consequence of their fall all men have become sinners, totally depraved, and as such are justly exposed to the wrath of God. 6. That the Lord Jesus Christ has by His suffering and death made an atonement for the whole world so that whosoever will may be saved. 7. That repentance towards God, faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, and regeneration by the Holy Spirit, are necessary to salvation.
8. That we are justified by grace through faith in our Lord Jesus Christ and that he that believeth hath the witness in himself. 9. That continuance in a state of salvation depends upon continued obedient faith in Christ. 10. That it is the privilege of all believers to be wholly sanctified, and that their whole spirit and soul and body may be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. 11. In the immortality of the soul; in the resurrection of the body; in the general judgment at the end of the world; in the eternal happiness of the righteous; and in the endless punishment of the wicked.
T H E PRO M ISE The Chief Secretary Do you promise faithfully to maintain and proclaim these truths? The Cadets We do! The Chief Secretary Do you regard it as your duty to bear this witness everywhere, to strive to lead all persons to their only savior, and for His sake to care for the poor, feed the hungry, clothe the naked, love the unloved, and befriend those who have no friends?
The Chief Secretary Do you promise by holy living, boundless charity and adherence to the principles and discipline of the Army to show yourselves at all times to be faithful officers of The Salvation Army? The Cadets We do! The Chief Secretary In the name of God I accept the declarations and promises you have made this day. We will now proceed to your commissioning and ordination.
The Cadets We do! The officer is offered up to the help and guidance of the Holy Spirit by the intercession of the faithful in Christ. The officer declares by the signing of the covenant and by the commissioning that he or she will be loyal to scriptural truth and, by example in life, word and unsparing service, be true to his or her calling as Christ’s messenger.
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FAMILIES 2 018–2 020 S E S S IO N
Acencio
Alvarez
Angelica and Washington with Vangelio and Fernando
Dennys and Norma with Genesis, Michelle and Samuel
Archibong
Cid–Ciriaco
Bassey and Ginikachukwu with Etiedidiong and Bassey
Hector and Melissa with Elissa
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DeLaCruz
Figueroa
Guilbaldo and Yesenia with Karen and Joshua
Shirley Ann with Fabiola and Amaro
Guzman
Hannan
Germania with Carl
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Donna with Callie
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FAMILIES 2 018–2 020 S E S S IO N
LaBossiere David and Emma with Edyn and Noah
Lane Jessica and Robert with Shaun and Bella
Marte
Melfi
Apolinar and Maritza with Sara
Kelly and Tylar with Jasiah and Ysrael
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Molina Marangelly and Pedro with Irwing, George, and Pedro
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Ortiz Irseris and Ismael with Ismael
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CELEBRATION OF THE KIN
S ATURDAY, J U NE 13 – T HE SA L VAT I O N A R M Y C O L L E G E FOR O
Welcome and Prayer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cadet Kelly L. Melfi
Video. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . In Memory of Jeff Jenkins
Praise and Worship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Messengers of the Kingdom Worship Band “Yes and Amen” “For Thy Mission” (arr. Cadet David LaBossiere)
Opening Dialogue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lt. Colonels David E. and Naomi R. Kelly
MOK Family Virtual Choir. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “Every Second” (Trevor Ranger arr. Rachael Power)
Valedictorian Recognition
Silver Star – Sharp Award Video
Praise and Worship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . "Build Your Kingdom Here" "Amen, It is So"
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Dear MOKs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Messengers of the Kingdom Creative Arts Team
Video. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . "What the MOKs Mean to Us"
Devotional and Reflection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lt. Colonel David E. Kelly
Praise and Worship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “Te Amo” with CFOT Timbrelists “How Great is our God”
Vocal Benediction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “Kingdom Come” (Matt Spencer)
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ORDINATION, COMMISSIO APPOINTMENT SERVICE
S U NDAY, JU NE 14 – T HE S A L VAT I O N A R M Y C O L L E GE FO R O F F
Preliminary Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New York Staff Band Ensemble Welcome and Prayer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commissioner William A. Bamford III Congregational Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “Holy, Holy, Holy” (arr. Himes)
Entrance of the Session Flag Video. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Greeting from THE GENERAL Presentation of the Messengers of the Kingdom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lt. Colonel David E. Kelly Affirmation of Faith. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Colonel Philip J. Maxwell
Commissioning and Ordination of the Messengers of the Kingdom Commissioners William A. and G. Lorraine Bamford
Prayer of Dedication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commissioner G. Lorraine Bamford
Messengers of the Kingdom Testimony
Scripture Reading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Colonel Deslea A. Maxwell
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ONING AND
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Musical Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New York Staff Band Ensemble Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commissioner William A. Bamford III Time of Reflection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commissioner William A. Bamford III Call to Ministry Representative Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lieutenant Nereus Mogaria Commissioner’s Award. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commissioner William A. Bamford III
The Appointments of the Messengers of the Kingdom Commissioners William A. and G. Lorraine Bamford
Congregational Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “Stand Up and Bless the Lord” Benediction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lt. Colonel Naomi R. Kelly Postlude. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New York Staff Band Ensemble
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SONGS COVEN AN T S E R VICE
I, THE LORD OF SEA AND SKY
FAN THE FLAME IN ME
1. I, the Lord of sea and sky, I have heard My people cry. All who dwell in dark and sin My hand will save. I, who made the stars of night, I will make their darkness bright. I will speak My Word to them. Whom shall I send?
Lord, renew in me the fire of your Spirit, ‘Til I begin to see, The power of your love. Make my life to be blazing with your holiness, Father, fan the flame in me.
Song #1002/689
Here I am, Lord. Is it I, Lord? I have heard You calling in the night. I will go, Lord, if You lead me. I will hold Your people in my heart. 2. I, the Lord of snow and rain, I have borne my people’s pain. I have wept for love of them. They turn away. I will break their hearts of stone, Give them hearts for love alone. I will speak My Word to them. Whom shall I send? 3. I, the Lord of wind and flame, I will tend the poor and lame. I will set a feast for them. My hand will save. Finest bread I will provide Till their hearts be satisfied. I will give My life to them. Whom shall I send?
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Song #HC 91
To be holy, for your honor, So that Christ be seen in me. To be holy, in your likeness, Father, fan the flame in me.
IN HEAVENLY LOVE ABIDING Song #711/213
1. In heavenly love abiding, No change my heart shall fear; And safe is such confiding For nothing changes here. The storm may roar without me, My heart may low be laid; But God is round about me, And can I be dismayed? 2. Wherever He may guide me, No want shall turn me back; My shepherd is beside me And nothing can I lack. His wisdom ever waketh, His sight is never dim; He knows the way He taketh, And I will walk with Him.
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3. Green pastures are before me Which yet I have not seen; Bright skies will soon be o'er me, Where the dark clouds have been. My hope I cannot measure, My path to life is free; My Savior has my treasure, And He will walk with me.
, IN JESUS NAME Song #HC 198
1. In Jesus’ name we’ve gathered here, We’ve come to worship our Lord. We stand as one, for we’ve become A fam’ly bound by His word; We lift our hands in joyous praise, United in this refrain. We’ve found the source for all we need In Jesus’ name.
3. In Jesus’ name we go from here To tell the world of His love. In Jesus’ name we go to serve, To share His gifts from above. And as we go we have no fear, For all he’s promised we can claim. We’ve found the source for all we need In Jesus’ name.
2. In Jesus’ name I stand redeemed, A miracle of His grace. In Jesus’ name I’ve been made clean, For he has stood in my place. And all my sin he took away, I will never be the same. I’ve found the source for all I need In Jesus’ name.
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HOLY, HOLY,HOLY Song #31
1. Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty! Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee; Holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty, God in three persons, blessèd Trinity! 2. Holy, holy, holy; all the saints adore Thee, Casting down their golden crowns Around the glassy sea; Cherubim and seraphim falling down before Thee, Who wert, and art, and evermore shalt be! 3. Holy, holy, holy; though the darkness hide Thee, Though the eye of sinful man Thy glory may not see, Only Thou art holy; there is none beside Thee Perfect in power, in love and purity! 4. Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty! All Thy works shall praise Thy name In earth and sky and sea; Holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty, God in three persons, blessèd Trinity!
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STA N D U P A N D B L E SS THE LORD Song #391
1. Stand up and bless the Lord, Ye people of His choice; Stand up and bless the Lord your God With heart and soul and voice. Praise ye the Lord, hallelujah! 2. Though high above all praise, Above all blessing high, Who would not fear His holy name And laud and magnify? 3. O for the living flame From His own altar brought, To touch our lips, our minds inspire, And wing to Heaven our thought! 4. God is our strength and song, And His salvation ours; Then be His love in Christ proclaimed With all our ransomed powers. 5. Stand up and bless the Lord, The Lord your God adore; Stand up and bless His glorious name Henceforth forevermore.
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USA Eastern Territory Commissioners William A. & G. Lorraine Bamford Territorial Leaders