Wise counsel
WHAT are you like at taking advice?
How good are you at giving it? It will not surprise you to know that the Movement in this territory has numerous boards and councils in place to help ensure that our actions are wise and prudent. Depending on your perspective, you might feel that such groups can be inhibitive and stifle the work that the Spirit gives us to do, and it is true that there is a balance to be struck: if we are too risk averse, we never step out in faith, but if we march off without taking time to reflect and look for the wisdom of God, we are in danger of falling into traps of litigation and controversy that would be equally restrictive and time-consuming.
Some words of wisdom from Proverbs: ‘It’s better to be wise than strong; intelligence outranks muscle any day. Strategic planning is the key to warfare; to win, you need a lot of good counsel’ (24:6 The Message).
This week’s issue seeks to explain how our boards and councils work and offer some insight into those who give up their time and gifts to ensure we are all together able to fulfil the mission God gives to us.
MAJOR JULIAN WATCHORN Editor
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Solving the puzzle
As Ludwig finishes on BBC One, Ivan Radford celebrates our fearfully and wonderfully made minds
‘ITHINK I need to pace about. Can I pace about?’ asks John Taylor, as he tries to unravel a crime scene in Ludwig. If John doesn’t sound like your average police officer, that’s because he isn’t: he’s a puzzle-setter, known as Ludwig, who has unwittingly ended up in the shoes of his missing identical twin brother, who’s a detective. The shocking revelation? It turns out John’s quite good at solving murders.
This entertainingly implausible premise has had millions of viewers following Ludwig each week on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with the finale airing on Wednesday. Part of the appeal lies in the idea that any one of us might be able to use logic to crack a fiendish puzzle. Who doesn’t love playing armchair detective in the hope that they can deduce the answer to an impossible riddle themselves?
Reflect and respond
Reflect on the Message translation of 1 Corinthians 2. Is your life a response to your own mental calculations or God’s Spirit?
Read Romans 12. How open are you to the ongoing renewal of your mind?
How do you live out God’s love in your working with others?
Ludwig reminds us, though, that we can’t do everything on our own. Just as the police benefit from John’s unusual take on each case, he grows from the relationships that he builds – and rebuilds – with his colleagues and family.
‘Two can accomplish more than twice as much as one,’ we read in Ecclesiastes 4:9 (The Living Bible). Why? Partly because we can each see things differently. One of the most uplifting passages in the Bible tells us that we are ‘fearfully and wonderfully made’ (Psalm 139:14). We are each created in God’s image – right down to the last molecule of our being, we are unique and loved.
That means nobody’s brain is wired quite like yours – it is fundamentally impossible for you to think or imagine in exactly the same way as someone else. Whether you are creative or logical, your precise neurological chemistry is a one-off. It is only by journeying together, listening to each other and valuing one another’s perspectives and experiences, that we can each grow in our understanding and compassion. It is only together in our diversity that we, as the united Church, can reflect God’s image to the world.
‘Welcome with open arms fellow believers who don’t see things the way you do,’ advises Romans 14:1 (The Message). Of course, that doesn’t mean that we hold the answers to life’s
mysteries ourselves: we live in a world of disinformation, conspiracy theories, greed, ambition and pride. Whether it’s political elections or moral debates, trying to piece together God’s plan for us without God in the picture only ends in the wrong answer – and spoils the whole puzzle for everyone else around the table.
In a community of believers, this mutual welcoming and nurturing of each other only works if we strive to ‘have the mindset as Christ Jesus’ (Philippians 2:5), through ‘God’s Spirit and our spirits in open communion’ (1 Corinthians 2:16 The Message). And this is only possible thanks to the Holy Spirit, who is as beyond our understanding as he is lovingly familiar. As he works to reconcile us to each other and to God, 1 Corinthians 2:10 beautifully gives us the clue to assembling the whole puzzle: ‘Who ever knows what you’re thinking and planning except you yourself? The same with God – except that he not only knows what he’s thinking, but he lets us in on it’ (The Message).
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Llewellyn Armitage
Brighton Congress Hall seconds with...
Who are you and what do you do?
I’m Llewellyn and I volunteer at the corps charity shop. I love photography and used my creative visual skills to set up a till point display for the shop.
Why do you do what you do?
I volunteer because helping others is helping yourself.
How did you first get involved in the Army?
I live nearby and was intrigued!
What’s your most-played song at the moment?
‘Inside My Mind (Blue Skies)’ by Groove Armada.
What was the last website you visited?
Gmail, writing this!
Out of context, what was the last text message you sent?
I’m not buying a lens.
What do you do in your spare time? Photography, gym and seeing family.
Which emoji sums you up best?
‘I feel closest to God when I slow down and listen’
Aidan Grills (SATCo) reflects on how he draws upon his faith in all areas of life
AFTER growing up in a Christian family, I had a life-transforming moment around the age of 16. Surrounded by role models and peer encouragement, I understood the difference between just believing and fully asking for forgiveness and asking God to control my life.
My whole life has revolved around The Salvation Army in some form. Living in different parts of the country, I always found my way to a corps. I was a corps sergeant-major at Leeds Central for 10 years, and then felt a calling to serve in a different way in a smaller expression of the Army at Mirfield Corps. This coincided with the Covid-19 lockdown years, but we were able to start some new community partnership activities. I was also privileged to represent Yorkshire on the Territorial Advisory Council for about six years, which really inspired me to want to seek other opportunities to serve the Army with the skills I have.
With a busy life, I feel closest to God when I slow down and really stop and listen for his voice. I am a member of a men’s group who meet to share food and prayer and to support each other. God works to make me vulnerable in these moments, be accountable and feel his Spirit to teach, comfort and direct.
Change is a constant in our world, and I see God at work continuously when our political leaders show compassion, when matters of social justice are covered by the media and when young people challenge how equity, inclusion and care for the environment should be articulated today.
I thank God for this Movement and the impact it is having in bringing love and the gospel to people on the margins of society. Our work is so broad and deep!
In the past year, I have had to balance a high level of professional demands, but I draw upon my faith for every aspect of my life. In all the challenges of being a dad, a husband, a volunteer football coach, a charity chief executive and a non-executive director, I believe I am led to serve. My faith guides me to know that God has prepared me for every challenge that I am given. When I don’t have the wisdom or the answers don’t seem comfortable, my faith will guide me back to the word of God.
Have you got a testimony to share? We’d love to hear your faith story! Get in touch at salvationist@salvationarmy.org.uk.
Do you have any hidden talents?
I’m good at finding things.
As a non-executive director of SATCo, I am in a privileged position to have sight of so much activity that goes under the Army flag in this territory.
Rhyl Together in mission
Fast Facts
DIVISION: Wales
CORPS OFFICERS: Majors Chris and Glad Davidson
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Compassionately caring
I have been the corps officer here for six years, recently joined by Major Glad. It’s a loving corps with compassion and a warm welcome. The Covid-19 pandemic caused the corps to re-evaluate with a vision to create a community hub, a safe place for people to get a lot of their needs met. We’re blessed to have a nice suite of buildings, which really helps us with mission and ministry in our community, and a charity shop fully staffed by volunteers.
Partnering to help people
The town has a lot of social deprivation issues. We work closely with other agencies and groups who use our building.
Cyfle Cymru runs a cook and eat programme, coming alongside clients experiencing substance abuse and mental health issues. Kaleidoscope is a large substance abuse programme and we are seen as their flagship. They come in three days a week and it works very well. They regularly test people who come out of prison on probation, to help them keep off drugs and alcohol.
Woody’s Lodge is a drop-in and support group to help veterans of the armed forces and emergency services reengage with their family and community.
It is a place to sit, have a chat and a laugh and some food. They use our charity shop to help equip struggling veterans. We’ve kitted out quite a few with furniture and other basics.
Alison from Employment Plus also helps people get back into paid or voluntary work.
Dyma gariad
Our corps was featured in the special Wales 150 edition of War Cry. We did a presentation at an emergency services event where we were able to give out copies, giving people more background to what we do.
Although our corps is only 50 years old, we’ve enjoyed the celebrations, the prayers and everything that has gone with Wales 150. It’s been good for the corps folk.
Supportive steps
Homelessness remains a big problem. We can offer rough sleepers a shower and provide them with a fresh set of clothing and food. Our charity shop enables us to do all that and we also store and issue other items, such as furniture and white goods.
There are many people still in hotels who should have been moved on to more secure accommodation after the Covid-19 pandemic, but it hasn’t happened for various reasons. Our food bank is being stretched to the limit. We operate Step (Support That Empowers People) from our hall, funded by the local authority. We have just over a dozen staff who come alongside people in the hotels – and others that the council alert us to –who need support. We provide them
with activities in our building that can be useful to them in rebuilding their lives going forward.
Labour of love
Our mainly elderly congregation realise that we need young people to continue the Army’s work here in the future. We have regulars who come to our monthly Messy Church and we’re getting to know them well. We’re looking at how to move on from Messy Church into discipling. Brass lessons for youngsters may provide a good introduction to the Army as church, as it has at Wrexham and other corps. Music as worship is something we’re passionate about.
Our Bible study group have been watching The Chosen, which is great for encouraging conversations, especially with people new to Christianity. Our three heralds take the Army papers out every week to Llandudno and other places, which is a great outreach and opportunity to make connections with the community.
We are grateful for our amazing local officers, corps folks and volunteers. We pray that God has even more planned for this place.
In 2024 The Salvation Army in Wales is celebrating 150 years of mission and outreach. Find out more about the anniversary at salvationist.org. uk/wales150.
Passion for prayer
Major Gary Lacey recognises the difference praying can make
ACTS 12:1–18
THE backdrop to our study passage is wrapped up in Herod’s purpose. This is not the Herod who killed children in Bethlehem, but Herod Agrippa, his grandson. Herod Agrippa’s purposeful desire was to find favour with those Jews who were in opposition to Christians. He arrested Peter and imprisoned him for his Christian faith, likely intending to garner favour with the people who were against Christianity (see vv1–3).
While Peter was in prison, his fellow Christians, his church, were earnestly praying for his release. We are told that another disciple, James, had already been put to death. Therefore, we can imagine the believers were praying with passion because Peter’s trial was imminent. Their focus was on Peter, one of their own, who was in jail for nothing other than being a follower of Jesus.
There are many kinds of prisons that people find themselves in. Some people might find themselves in the prison of financial despair and poverty, of sickness, of an unhealthy relationship, of unhappiness with work or unemployment or even the prison of injustice. These are just a few examples of the infinitely different captivities humanity is so often embroiled in. Our study passage shows us that a passion for prayer is needed to bring freedom to people in captivity. Why? We discover that prayer breaks chains.
PAUSE AND REFLECT
Where do we place praying for the lost and broken in our missional priorities?
We read that Peter ‘was sleeping between two soldiers, bound with two chains, and sentries stood guard at the entrance’ (v6). It seemed impossible for him to be easily freed, yet his fellow believers were praying for him with passion and purpose.
Suddenly a wholly supernatural occurrence ensued. This included an angel illuminating the darkness, the chains falling off Peter’s wrists, and Peter hearing and obeying the angel’s instructions. All this happened without the guards beside him, the sentries at the entrance or any others noticing.
Peter got dressed and still the guards did not stir. No one appeared to witness what was happening. Peter followed the angel: ‘They passed the first and second guards and came to the iron gate leading to the city. It opened for them by itself, and they went through it. When they had walked the length of one street, suddenly the angel left him’ (v10).
Peter walked into freedom and headed straight for his church community, who were earnestly praying. He was confident that his freedom was the work of God.
PAUSE AND REFLECT
Why do we so often prioritise many other aspects of church life over prayer?
What do you visualise happening as you pray?
Just imagine if we were to embrace prayer as our principal missional approach. Not as the only approach, of course, but as the vital element of our mission. Write down the most pressing
examples of people you know who are experiencing the hardship of some kind of captivity. You might know someone who is ill, someone who is grieving or someone who is really struggling with addiction. Commit to earnestly pray for them, focusing on the breaking of the chains that hold them. Maybe get others to pray with you for them. Build intercessory prayer into your lifestyle. Raise your faith level to accept that God will break chains through prayer.
PAUSE AND REFLECT
How do we stir up a passion for prayer in our fellowships?
When the Church earnestly prays, it connects us to Jesus. He is already in our communities, carrying out his mission to save this world from the horrors of sin. Look how the believers prayed for Peter in prison – God answered in a way they could never have anticipated.
Passionate prayer starts with the recognition that we have a deep need of a Saviour and that others do too. Learning to see that need, in someone else’s life or the life of a community or globally, is crucial to joining Jesus on the mission field. Spurred on by our own deep needs and the needs of others, let us allow the Holy Spirit to stir up a passion for a fresh approach to prayer.
PAUSE AND REFLECT
Consider how you have viewed prayer so far in your journey as a Christian. Do you give prayer as much credence as you should?
PAUSE AND REFLECT
How do you react if your prayers are not answered by God in the way that you would like them to be?
In verses 12 to 17, we discover how those praying for Peter reacted when prayer was answered.
When Peter arrived at the house, Rhoda was so overjoyed to hear his voice that she couldn’t wait to share the news and left him standing outside. The majority took some convincing, yet seeing was believing. Peter wanted his good news to be shared to the wider Church. Herod showed no mercy to the guards.
This story is testament to the undoubted passion for prayer that these early Christians had. We must be passionate about prayer too: it is vital to our work as The Salvation Army in this world.
If we earnestly engage in prayer, we will see God’s victory in our own lives and the lives of others. As we take a brief look at this Scripture, I hope that our passion for prayer will be stirred and that our desire for intercessory prayer will be awakened.
As of January 2024, Prayer Matters is following a new prayer rhythm, to pray for renewal in this territory’s worship and mission. Each day has a theme, based on the five mission priorities. To read the unedited Prayer Matters booklet, visit salvationist.org.uk/discipleship
SATURDAY 2 NOVEMBER: CARE FOR CREATION – PRAYING FOR COP29 – REPENTANCE
Forgive us, Lord, for the damage caused to the Earth which we have been party to; for not protecting our world from greed and exploitation; and for the impact on the most vulnerable. May the voices of those who have suffered most be heard in COP29. by Major Heather Poxon (Territorial Environmental Officer)
SUNDAY 3 NOVEMBER: SABBATH PRAYER – PRAYING FOR PEACE
Father, Son and Holy Spirit, God in perfect unity, we long for an end to strife between nations, and in our local communities. Teach us to pray for, work for and to live in peace, as we look forward to that day you have promised when you will cause wars to cease. Lord, in your mercy, heal and restore.
by Lyndall Bywater (UKI Boiler Room Team)
MONDAY 4 NOVEMBER: SHARING THE GOOD NEWS – NORTH WEST AND ISLE OF MAN DIVISION – CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
We gather children from across the division regularly to share in the good news of the gospel, as we support and encourage children’s leaders, and as we seek to hand on the good news to new and rising generations of young people. Please pray for the team which leads our children’s ministry.
by Major David Taylor (Divisional Commander)
TUESDAY 5 NOVEMBER: SERVING AND CARING – SOUTH EAST DIVISION – EMERGING LEADERS
Pray for all those making enquiries regarding spiritual leadership. Some are in the initial stages and others are already applicants progressing towards assessment conference. Pray for wisdom and discernment for them, and for the candidates officers journeying with them.
by Major Sue Pegram (Divisional Personnel Officer)
WEDNESDAY 6 NOVEMBER: GROWING IN FAITH – HOLY SPIRIT GUIDANCE (ISAIAH 30:20 AND 21)
Dear Lord Jesus, help me always to make time to listen for what the Holy Spirit is saying. Thank you for the Spirit’s presence to guide me. I pray for anyone who needs to know Holy Spirit guidance today, that they will hear his voice too. by Captain Cor van der Woude (Bury)
THURSDAY 7 NOVEMBER: INTERNATIONAL SALVATION ARMY – FRANCE AND BELGIUM TERRITORY
In France the Army exists legally as two separate bodies, one the worship and evangelism entity and the other the social work entity. We pray that, by the Spirit’s power, they will be able to operate as one Army. We pray for the territorial leadership team of Colonels Jacques and Claude-Evelyne Donzé and Lieut-Colonels Joël and Karen Etcheverry. by Lyndall Bywater (UKI Boiler Room Team)
FRIDAY 8 NOVEMBER: JUSTICE AND RECONCILIATION – FINANCIAL INCLUSION AND DEBT ADVICE SERVICE – DIRECTION AND PROVISION
MAJOR GARY LACEY Territorial Prayer Coordinator THQ
Pray for Lorraine Cook (Financial Inclusion Development Manager) and her team as they manage the way forward. More and more divisions are interested in the work of our service, and they need wisdom and discernment to hear God’s voice as to going forward or consolidating what we are already doing. Pray we will have the resources we need, and know God’s grace and favour over our work. by Steve Wright (Financial Inclusion)
PRAYER REQUESTS
Do you have something or someone you’d like us to pray for?
Email salvationist@salvationarmy.org.uk with ‘prayer request’ in the subject line and it will be upheld in prayer.
In good company
Salvationist explains new changes to The Salvation Army’s boards and councils and how they fit together
IN September, several major changes were made to territorial councils, boards and groups to help improve decision-making and empower local mission. These changes continue the territory’s dedication to advancing the Army’s God-given mission in the most effective and prudent manner. They are not just about improving what we do, but the way we do it, without losing sight of why we do it in the first place.
The UK and Ireland Territory has a unique structure, which is overseen by two key groups: SATCo (The Salvation Army Trustee Company) and Cabinet. This broad structure has been in place legally since The Salvation Army Act in 1931 and has evolved since. Today, SATCo is a private company and corporate trustee that oversees a number of charitable trusts, which together account for the Army’s assets in the territory – including property and finances. Cabinet is responsible for the spiritual components of The Salvation Army’s work in this territory, led by the territorial leaders. These two elements are held together by the UKI Territory’s governance charter, approved by the General. It roots the governance of the territory in its vision of fullness of life for all with Jesus and its mission priorities: to share the good news, to serve others without discrimination, to nurture disciples of Jesus, to care for creation and to seek justice and reconciliation. While the legal structure is important
to the functioning of the Movement, the Army’s components together form a church, with everything it does intended to positively contribute towards making the world a better place and building God’s Kingdom.
September’s changes are the result of an extensive listening exercise and review of the territory’s councils, boards and groups, continuing the work of the Structure Coordination and Design Project. Feedback from that project described THQ decision-making as too slow and not agile enough, with too many decisions made higher up that were disempowering local mission. It also found that people felt there were too many boards and councils – many of them unknown outside THQ – and that the Army’s core purpose was not front and centre when making decisions.
Building on this review of boards, councils and groups, Assistant Chief Secretary Lieut-Colonel Jane Cowell will soon be leading a pilot to review divisional boards and groups with the same aim of enabling new structures and reporting processes.
In the next 18 months, SATCo will also review the changes being implemented to the territorial boards and councils to ensure a smooth transition and commit to ongoing learning and improvement in how it all works.
New SATCo committees
To streamline SATCo’s work and ensure that appropriate time is given to strategic planning, two new advisory committees will be set up. These committees will not alter any existing executive function: they will undertake work that is the responsibility of SATCo and allow for greater consideration and scrutiny of matters that are SATCo’s legal obligations. They will have a few senior executives as members, allowing for key employees to have a greater role in strategic planning.
Financial authority
The Divisional Operations Board and the team leader of the International Projects Office will be given authority to make spending decisions up to £250,000.
There are also additional safeguards to go with this increased financial authority: they will be required to have a second independent signatory and will only be able to spend in accordance with the approved budget. They will also be required to report on expenditure to the Territorial Operations Board.
Working groups
The heads of the Personnel, Communications, Mission and Business Administration Services will be able to create working groups and invite representation or involvement from other services with the approval of the chief secretary. While these groups will not have delegated authority, they will be able to assist the heads of services in their work.
What’s changed?
The Finance Committee
What is it?
This new SATCo committee will be responsible for considering the overall financial position and planning.
Who’s in it?
Appointed members will initially include:
• Assistant Chief Secretary Lieut-Colonel Jane Cowell
• Secretary for Business Administration Lieut-Colonel Paul Kingscott
• Territorial Financial Secretary Major Richard Waters
• A representative divisional leader
• Assistant secretary for communications
• Assistant secretary for mission
Aidan Grills, a non-executive director of SATCo, will be the chair.
All members of SATCo will be able to attend should they wish.
Territorial Operations Board
What is it?
This existing board, chaired by Chief Secretary Colonel Peter Forrest, oversees the day-to-day management of the territory and includes senior managers and officers.
What’s changing?
Its membership is being revised to allow for a different set of senior managers to contribute and replace those, most of whom are becoming members of the new SATCo committees. Each service or area, such as divisions, will retain their current number of representatives.
The heads of Personnel, Communications, Mission and Business Administration Services will still be able to attend should they wish.
The Property Committee
What is it?
This new SATCo committee will be responsible for giving oversight to the property portfolio.
Who’s in it?
Appointed members will initially include:
• Chief Secretary Colonel Peter Forrest
• Assistant Secretary for Business Administration Major Annette Rieder-Pell
• Territorial Property Director Peter Grant
• A representative divisional leader
• A representative corps officer
• Two mission service representatives
• Research and Development director
• A Property Department representative.
Philip Edwards, a non-executive director of SATCo, will be the chair.
All members of SATCo will be able to attend should they wish.
IT Steering Group
The IT Steering Group, which oversees all IT projects, will be reconstituted within the chief secretary’s office, reporting regularly to the Territorial Operations Board.
Disbanded groups
The following boards will cease to exist:
• Territorial Mission Development Board
• Territorial Communications Board
• International Projects and Programmes Board
The financial authority of the disbanded groups will be passed to the respective heads of Personnel, Communications, Mission and Business Administration Services.
To reduce response times, and to ensure accountability, decisions will be signed off by the chief secretary or secretary for business administration.
SATCo
What is it?
SATCo is the governance board for the UKI Territory, covering England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. There is a separate Republic of Ireland Trustee Company.
SATCo has a board of 14 directors and is the corporate trustee of a number of charitable trusts, including The Salvation Army Trust, The Salvation Army Social Work Trust, responsible for the Army’s charitable work, and The William Booth Memorial Trust, responsible for William Booth College. SATCo must therefore comply with company and charity laws and regulations, and also consider the Charity Commission’s guidance when making decisions.
What does it do?
SATCo supervises the management of the organisation in line with the international Salvation Army’s five functions of good governance: vision and strategy, policy approval and compliance, accountability, performance measurement and risk assessment and management.
SATCo also approves and monitors the strategy and performance of subsidiaries, such as The Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd (SATCoL), and other connected charities and organisations.
When does it meet?
Normally every other month.
The minutes of Cabinet meetings are shared with SATCo and divisional leaders. There is also an annual joint meeting between the two.
Who’s on it?
All directors of SATCo are required to be practising Christians. The board includes 9 executive directors, who participate in the day-to-day management of the organisation, for example an active officer or employee. Following advice from the Charity Commission, the General also requires five independent, non-executive directors to be appointed. They are chosen to bring particular skills, such as property, social services, finance and investment. Two of them are Salvationists.
The membership currently includes:
• Territorial Leader Commissioner Paul Main (chair)
• Chief Secretary Colonel Peter Forrest (deputy chair)
• Secretary for Business Administration Lieut-Colonel Paul Kingscott
• Secretary for Personnel Lieut-Colonel Beverley McCombe
• Secretary for Mission Lieut-Colonel Drew McCombe
• Secretary for Communications Lieut-Colonel Nick Coke
• William Booth College Principal Lieut-Colonel Mark Herbert
• Divisional Leader Major Mandy White (London)
• Non-Executive Director Philip Edwards (chair of property committee)
• Non-Executive Director Peter Gale (chair of investment commitee)
• Non-Executive Director Aidan Grills (chair of finance committee)
• Non-Executive Director Helen O’Brien (chair of risk management committee)
• Non-Executive Director Andrew Stickland (chair of audit committee)
• Jennifer Laurent-Smart (employee director)
What is it?
The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian and, in line with The Salvation Act 1980, is under the oversight, direction and control of the Legally speaking, it is distinct the trusts controlled by SATCo.
As part of the universal Christian Church, The Salvation Army to ensure that there is a place to focus solely on ecclesiastical matters. The primary purpose Cabinet is to provide that place. Cabinet also assists the territorial leaders in the effective performance of the duties and exercise of powers delegated from the General.
What does it do?
Cabinet is responsible for the spiritual components of The Salvation Army’s work, especially the vision, mission, values, culture and strategy, appointments, candidates, spiritual development, moral and social issues and ecumenical issues. It aims to proactively identify opportunities risks, issues or concerns in matters spiritual life and mission.
To help fulfil its role, Cabinet has groups that report to it, including Territorial Moral and Social Issues Council, Territorial Ecumenical Council, William Booth College Governing Territorial Literary Council, Learning Development Council, Uniform Council and Territorial Advisory Council.
Cabinet
evangelical Christian Church Salvation Army oversight, General. distinct from SATCo. Christian wishes place ecclesiastical purpose of place. The territorial performance the General.
Who’s on it?
The membership currently includes:
• Territorial Leader Commissioner Jenine Main (chair)
• Territorial Leader Commissioner Paul Main
• Chief Secretary Colonel Peter Forrest (deputy chair)
• Territorial Secretary for Leader Development Colonel Julie Forrest
• Spiritual Life Development Secretary Lieut-Colonel Jayne Roberts
• Secretary for Business Administration Lieut-Colonel Paul Kingscott
• Secretary for Communications Lieut-Colonel Nick Coke
• Secretary for Mission Lieut-Colonel Drew McCombe
spiritual vision, strategy, spiritual issues to opportunities and matters of other the Issues Council, Council, Learning and Council
• Secretary for Personnel Lieut-Colonel Beverley McCombe
• Divisional Leader Major David Burns (North East)
• Divisional Leader Major Lindy Rose (East Midlands)
• William Booth College Assistant Principal Major Althea Bawden
• Captain Rachael Nieuwoudt (Isle of Man)
• Territorial Youth and Children’s Secretary Lieutenant Kathryn Whitmore
When does it meet?
Twice a month.
‘It is a real
privilege’
Captain Rachael Nieuwoudt (Isle of Man) reflects on joining Cabinet
AS an active and very busy corps officer currently stationed on the Isle of Man, I was rather surprised to receive a call from Territorial Leader Commissioner Jenine Main one day, wanting to talk to me about an additional appointment to Cabinet. I have to admit, I didn’t fully understand at the time what Cabinet did, or what it was responsible for, but I knew I was being presented with a wonderful opportunity and a privileged position to speak into the leadership decisions of The Salvation Army from the frontline viewpoint of a corps officer.
At times I’ve felt a little like Moses, the reluctant leader who was called to a level of responsibility he had not sought and did not want. I can completely relate to Moses’ words in Exodus 3:11: ‘Who am I that I should go?’ But then comes the reply from God, which washes away all doubt and hesitation: ‘I will be with you.’ I stepped out in faith believing that God is with me and that God is with The Salvation Army.
The past few months have been a steep learning curve as I’ve worked to get to grips with various agenda items. It has been eye-opening to see how the decisions made have a direct impact on corps life and Salvation Army expressions. It is also an immense privilege to work with my fellow members of Cabinet: together they bring many years of experience, a love of the Army and its people, and a wisdom that comes only from God.
This led me to question what I might bring to the table. I love Jesus with all my heart and want to serve him in any way I can, but I also have a deep passion to see the Army flourish in the future and believe God has exciting plans for our church! However, I’ve also experienced many different expressions of the Army. I grew up in a new corps plant, soldiered at a number of corps, held local leadership roles, worked within Homelessness Services and was a hydrogeologist by profession, all before entering the training college in 2013. Now, as a corps officer, I experience life on the front line every day. This passion, love and practical experience are what I humbly bring to Cabinet.
Please pray that God will continue to use me, fill me and give me wisdom.
Ready-made for outreach
Salvationist outlines six ways the Christmas specials of Kids Alive! and War Cry can help you
AS Advent approaches, corps across the territory are starting to plan how they can spread the good news this Christmas. From carol services to food and present parcels, Salvationists will be living out the gospel through community engagement and outreach. Whatever your ministry looks like, the Christmas editions of and War Cry will be there to help you spread the good news.
The 30 November editions of the weekly magazines will be packed with features, games and stories to remind people of the real meaning of Christmas. With no date on the cover, these missional resources are designed to be used throughout the whole Christmas season.
Here are six ways the Christmas specials can help you in your ministry:
1 A welcome present
Whether carolling on the high street or hosting a warm space, you will be meeting people this Christmas who might not usually attend your corps. From friends and family to visitors from the local area, a copy of War Cry or Kids Alive! can provide a lasting welcome they can take away, keep and share throughout the Christmas season – and because the issues have no date, they are a timeless resource to use at any point.
2 A handy conversation-starter
Let’s be honest: outreach can be hard work at the busiest of times. During carolling and other external engagements, why not take copies of Kids Alive! or War Cry with you? Already written to be as accessible as possible, any one of their inspiring stories or funny jokes is a handy conversation-starter!
saying thank you to all those who are part of yours – the regulars who attend your weekly programme, the groups that hire your hall or the people who donate to your present appeal or food bank. Expressing your gratitude can be as easy as giving them a magazine or comic to curl up with – a reminder of the real meaning of Christmas shows them how much they mean to you and to God.
4 A way to share joy at schools and children’s groups
Who says sharing a Christmas giggle only happens when you pull a cracker? Giving a supply of Kids Alive! to a local school, especially if they’ve donated toys to your appeal, can help spread Christmas cheer far and wide. If you run a parent-and-toddler, Brownies, Babysong, Dance Fit Tots or another YP group, the Christmas Kids Alive! special is packed with materials to keep the joy of the Christmas story going – and you don’t have to prepare any of it!
5 Added hope to your parcels
Food parcels or present parcels will be central to Christmas work for many corps across the territory, as they seek to help people who are struggling to
for families with children – can add some extra kindness to each package by providing additional comfort, entertainment and hope –without them feeling embarrassed about it.
6 A source of funds
When you sell War Cry or Kids Alive! on the street, did you know you’re also helping to raise funds for your corps? Each copy of the Christmas special is available to corps selling to the public at the regular price of 25p for Kids Alive! and 20p for War Cry. With a cover price of 50p each, that means your corps benefits from additional funds every time you sell a copy – a gift that makes sure your corps can keep on giving to your community in the future.
Will you have enough copies ready?
To add copies to your usual weekly order, or to order copies for the first time, email subscriptions@satcol.org or call 01933 445 445.
Orders must be received by Thursday 14 November at the latest.
Young artists wanted!
Salvationist introduces the Kids Alive! Christmas card
competition
SHARPEN your pencils, uncap your pens and get designing because the Kids Alive! Christmas Card competition is back! Last year, more than 750 children and young people sent in their designs for a Christmas e-card.
The annual contest, now in its fourth year, invites young artists to design a Christmas card to be used in The Salvation Army’s collection on the e-card website dontsendmeacard.com. E-cards are an environmentally friendly way to send a greeting, so entering the competition is an ideal way to encourage people to think about caring for creation at Christmas.
The winning cards will be available to purchase and send, and the overall winner will be featured on the front cover of the 7 December issue of Kids Alive!, and receive a £100 voucher for The Entertainer toy shop. Vouchers are also awarded to the top three card designers in each age category.
Last year’s overall winner was Hadrian, 5, whose bright, bold and fabulously festive card design called for peace in the world. The runners-up were Laila, year 10, Zara, age 11, and Grace, year 7. The other winners included Shasmeen, 6, in the under-7s category, Anna, 9, in the 7–9 category, Beth, 11, in the 10–12 category and Fahmida, year 9, in the 13-plus category.
Do you know a young artist who would love to follow in their footsteps? If you’re a parent, corps leader, children’s worker or YP section leader, why not share this challenge with a young artist you know?
• For more information, visit salvationarmy.org.uk/fundraise-us/ card-competition.
How to enter
Design a drawing/creation of something Christmassy on A4 paper – the more creative, the better! You can even use glitter or sequins!
Send the design in an A4 envelope – please don’t fold it! – along with the young person’s full name, age, address and their parent’s or carer’s email address to:
Freepost RTLT-UCTS-ZAKJ, Donor Services, 3rd Floor, The Salvation Army, UK Territorial Headquarters, 1 Champion Park, London, SE5 8FJ.
The competition closes on Friday 22 November. Winners will be selected on Tuesday 26 November and announced on Friday 6 December.
There is no fee to enter, but if you want to donate at justgiving.com/ campaign/christmascardcompetition2024, you’ll also help to raise money for food and presents for children in need.
What you can win
The different age categories are:
The prizes up for grabs are:
Meeting Christ in the world
SALVATIONISTS from the UK and around the world gathered together in person and online for the first Mission in the Margins Conference, reports Captain Chris Button (Stroud).
This two-day event celebrated, discussed and explored how the Army can most effectively wage its mission in, to and with marginalised communities. Conducted under the remit of the territory’s Justice and Reconciliation team, it was planned and organised by a team of officers and staff members engaged in frontline ministry.
The keynote speakers included Colonel Wendy Swan, director of the International Social Justice Commission, who reminded the 45 delegates that God sent his son, Jesus, to the margins to stay and live there, and so we must go to the margins to see the display of God’s glory.
Justice and Reconciliation Officer Captain John Clifton called attendees to move from empathy to solidarity, while Jenny Sinclair questioned the dominant philosophy of our society, which leads to loneliness, individualism and undermining dignity, contrasted with a theology of the common good. It is through loving and serving people in need that we meet Christ in the world, she emphasised, and to lose contact with those who are most oppressed and marginalised is to lose contact with Christ.
by Assistant Territorial Addictions Officer Major Will Pearson on addiction and harm reduction, by Captain Tony Kakande (Gateshead) on building church in the margins, by Major Andrea Still (Morley) on children and family life in the margins, and by Assistant Director of Older People’s Services Andrew Wileman on loneliness in the margins.
Wide-ranging discussion provided opportunities for the delegates to bring their own experiences into the conversation, recognising that everyone who attended had their own stories of mission, which fed into the rich learning taking place across the two days.
• To find out more, visit salvationist. org.uk/events/mission-in-themargins or email missioninthemargins@ salvationarmy.org.uk. BLACKPOOL CITADEL
Small group presentations were given
During a prayer walk around Blackpool, organised by Captain John, Captain Sam Tomlin (Liverpool Stoneycroft) spoke of experiencing a God moment. In the midst of abandoned and derelict buildings, he sensed the resilience of the town and people who lived on those streets. For Captain Sam it was: ‘A reminder that the places that people have given up on are the places where God is most likely to be found. We mustn’t pity the people who live in marginalised communities, but we must stand with them in solidarity. Not on our own, but by joining with Christ who is
already at work there.’
John 4:1–42 speaks strongly about Christ going into places where sometimes the Church doesn’t want to go. Christ went and sat with and spoke to a woman who was marginalised in her community. As the Church, we are often confronted with situations that we don’t want to get involved with, or people that are a bit too complicated and chaotic to be comfortably welcomed into our communities. But it’s at those times we need to remember that the Army doesn’t belong to us: it belongs to Christ who raised it up out of the slums of Victorian London and continues to send it into communities where the powers of empire have turned their backs.
The Salvation Army exists for the sake of the marginalised. William Booth wished he could stretch his arms to reach earth and sky – rich and poor – and wrap his arms around them, but to touch the sky was to lose contact with the ground. Perhaps this conference will be a reminder of where and of whom God has called and is calling this Army to go and love in the name of Jesus.
Major Andrea Still
Captain Tony Kakande
Captain John Clifton
ENVIRONMENT
BRIDGWATER The young people took part in the Harvest service by making a bread hedgehog for the display and leading the congregation in the ‘Harvest Samba’. They entered wearing handmade crowns, shaking maracas and waving coloured flags. Two of them also created their own Harvest poster. It was great to see the Harvest display take shape as donations were kindly given. The message focused on mission and working together with God. – HC
COMMUNITY
DONCASTER About 20 members of the youth club volunteered during the summer collecting litter, gardening and running a coffee morning for the community. Focused on social action, the youth club sessions were part of a range of activities to support children and parents during the holiday. Theo, 11, enjoyed the litter picking, saying: ‘It’s important that we look after the planet.’ Youth club members are pictured with corps officer Major Sharon Duff and Children and Youth Outreach Worker Charlotte Lilley. – AR
ECUMENICAL
CARLISLE Congregations from churches across the city came together at the cathedral for A Big Sing. Each church from the Heart of the City Mission Community chose a song and introduced it, and the cathedral was filled with music of different styles. The songsters sang ‘The Spirit of the Lord in Me’ and the band played ‘Good Old Army’. The event concluded with prayer for an infilling of the Spirit and the deepening of ecumenical relationships. – MS
Top of the crops
WATFORD
THE community allotment project run by the corps won the Congregation and Community prize at the 2024 Green Church awards.
The plot of land at Cherry Tree Allotments is visited weekly by up to 120 pupils and staff from the neighbouring Cherry Tree Primary School, and is also used for other church events. It features raised beds and growing troughs, a log circle, a mini orchard, a summer house and a wildflower meadow with a wildlife pond formed from an old bathtub. It aims to inspire a lifelong love of nature in the children who visit, teaching them to garden fruits, vegetables and flowers.
Environmental methods are also used to manage, reuse and recycle waste.
Corps officer Captain Mark Scoulding commented: ‘It’s a wonderful endorsement of something we are really passionate about. The judges commended us for giving local children opportunities they wouldn’t have otherwise experienced.’
The prize money of £1,000 will be used to upgrade the facilities, including music and sensory areas. – TG
HARVEST
IPSWICH CITADEL Harvest donations were presented to Find (Families in Need) and Ipswich Outreach, which supports people experiencing homelessness. – DC
SKEWEN Harvest celebrations focused on how nothing is impossible with God and how there is always hope. The congregation were invited to consider Matthew 9, Luke 15 and Mark 6, as well as Evan Roberts and the Welsh Revival, explaining how many souls were won for the Kingdom. The songsters contributed ‘Great Is Thy Faithfulness’ and the band played ‘To Thee, O Lord, Our Hearts We Raise’. Celebrations continued with a fish and chip supper on Monday evening. – SL
FUNDRAISING
CLOWNE Volunteers took over the regular Tuesday coffee morning at the corps to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. A full house successfully raised £460. – GH
HOMELESSNESS
Prince William recognises Army work
ABERDEEN
HIS Royal Highness Prince William met a representative from The Salvation Army as part of a project to end homelessness around the UK.
The Prince of Wales – also known as the Duke of Rothesay in Scotland – met with Fi Grimmond, the Army’s homelessness operations manager in Scotland, as well as other faith groups and organisations tackling homelessness in the city.
Fi, who is a member of the Homewards Aberdeen steering group, said: ‘I found it inspiring to be in a room with so many people who share the goal of reducing and preventing homelessness.
‘Prince William has really shown his commitment to this goal. He spoke about the benefits of Housing First, which aims to give someone a home and then provide the support needed to maintain it. As a provider of Housing First Services across Scotland, we were pleased to hear this.’
The Salvation Army’s work is featured in the documentary Prince William: We Can End Homelessness, which is now available to watch on ITVX. – AR
EMERGENCY AID
KENYA In response to floodwaters in the Turkana region displacing at least 4,479 people, the Kenya West Territory has provided much-needed support, helping citizens rebuild and recover. This has included providing essential food and sanitary items to around 1,493 vulnerable families. – AR
COMMUNITY
WELLING The corps was highly commended in the Kent Mental Wellbeing awards for its work to create a community that promotes openness and honesty about mental wellbeing. This dedication to mental wellbeing has seen individuals and families make new commitments to Christ. – KS
ECUMENICAL
CATHEDRAL Captain Kathryn Stowers (Newport Citadel) was installed as an Ecumenical Canon, alongside four other canons, by the Right Rev Cherry Vann, Bishop of Monmouth. Bishop Cherry acknowledged that this was a historic moment, as Captain Kathryn was the first Ecumenical Canon in the cathedral’s history, and stated that this confirms the close relationship of fellowship and mission shared between the cathedral and the corps. This was further recognised by Divisional Commander Lieut-Colonel Jonathan Roberts leading prayers at the service. – KS
HARVEST
HARVEST
STAPLE HILL Harvest celebrations commenced with a Saturday evening ceilidh, featuring a professional band and caller. Sunday worship was set around Psalm 67 and God’s continuing provision. On Sunday evening all the churches in the area met together for Harvest prayers, focusing on needs locally, nationally and internationally. – VW
EMERGENCY AID
BANGLADESH Since August, the eastern part of Bangladesh has been experiencing severe monsoon conditions and floods, which have affected more than 18 million people. Coordinating with authorities, corps officers, district officers, employees and community members have provided relief to flood victims. Food and essential items have been distributed to more than 1,000 households. – DF
STOTFOLD The Salvation Army Symphonic Wind Ensemble gave a programme of inspirational music as part of the Harvest weekend. Items included ‘The Eternal Quest’, ‘Glory! Honour!’ and vocal solos by Melanie Page, as well as a trombone solo. Captain Kate Newland (Brighton Congress Hall) gave a helpful message. On Sunday afternoon, 11 families attended Messy Harvest. – HT
CHATTERIS The corps gave thanks in its Harvest service to the local community, churches and schools for their food donations. These were passed on to the Trussell Trust food bank. Corps Sergeant-Major Anese Tomkinson is pictured with Marina, manager of the food bank. – IT
NEWPORT
SCUNTHORPE
DURING the corps anniversary celebrations, Marilyn Bradley was presented with a certificate of appreciation by Divisional Commander Major Alec Still. Marilyn was recognised for over 29 years’ service as corps organising secretary. Also pictured is corps officer Major Ian Cook. – EH
THE retirement of corps officer Major Catherine Rand was marked at our weekly parent-and-toddler group where she was surprised by some alpacas on her last Tuesday there. Major Catherine was presented with a certificate of retirement by Captain Richard Weston (West Midlands DHQ) in a Sunday meeting which he led, followed by lunch and a cake. We are pleased that Majors Catherine and Kevin Rand are making Rugby their home in retirement. – GJ
WHAT IS LOCAL OFFICERSHIP?
Speak to your corps leader about the available local leadership roles your gifts might be suited to. For more details, visit salvationist.org.uk/ local-officership.
SONGSTER Leader Martin Bennett received a long-service certificate for 40 years’ faithful leadership of the songsters. Corps officers Majors Julia and Robert Jepson presented his certificate. Martin was described as a loyal, faithful, capable and effective leader, whose focus was always and still is the proclamation of Jesus Christ. Martin continues to lead the songsters as his calling. – RJ
the mayor, Councillor Lyn Suddards, for his outstanding, selfless contribution to the community. Nominated by Ashford Street Pastors, where he is a team leader, the award acknowledged Rob’s work within the Army and his voluntary roles, especially many years championing youth work and coordinating the division’s Emergency Response Team and as a Royal National Lifeboat Institution first responder. Rob’s response – ‘It keeps me busy and it’s a team effort’ – was typical of him. All at the corps celebrate with him. – LC
BANDMASTER Peter Woolway was recognised for his long service during a weekend celebrating musicianship. Peter has held a leadership position in the corps for 50 years, including 35 years as bandmaster. He was presented with certificates of recognition, long-service badges and a gift from the band and songsters, and his wife, Ruth, received a bouquet. It was good to welcome members of Peter’s family and many of his friends, joining us to celebrate this achievement. Special guests for the weekend were Linda and William Himes from the USA. Peter is pictured with corps officer Major Robert Elliott and Band Sergeant Major Lawrie Brown. – JW
ASHFORD
EXETER TEMPLE
NOTTINGHAM WILLIAM BOOTH MEMORIAL HALLS
RUGBY
Local officers appointed
BANDMASTER
CHRISTOPHER
FORD, Enfield
Wedding anniversaries
Golden (50 years)
FRANK AND SANDRA
CHESNEY, Coventry City, on 26 October
Promoted to Glory
ELEANOR DARRINGTON, Norwich Citadel
SONGSTER
DOREEN WOOD, Preston
ANDREW WYLIE, Edinburgh City, on 9 October
LIEUT-COLONEL
DOT HAVERCROFT from Sketty House care home on 16 October
PAUL WRIGHT, Chelmsford, on 16 October
Bereaved
SUSAN LOFTUS, Norwich Citadel, of her mother Eleanor Darrington
MAJOR SANDRA
FORD of her sister
Songster Doreen Wood, Gary and Susan, both Preston, of their mother
WILMA WYLIE, Edinburgh City, of her husband
Andrew Wylie
MILDRED WRIGHT, Chelmsford, of her husband
Paul Wright, Major Pamela Knuckey, Worthing, David Wright , Chelmsford, and Andrew Wright of their father
MAJOR HELEN
STONE of her sister
Margaret Turner
ENGAGEMENTS
General Lyndon Buckingham and World President of Women’s Ministries Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham
Sun 3 Nov Sunbury Court (ICO Spiritual Day) Thu 7 Nov Sunbury Court (ICO Lecture)
Chief of the Staff Commissioner Edward Hill and World Secretary for Women’s Ministries Commissioner Shelley Hill Fri 15 Nov Sunbury Court (ICO Farewell Meeting)
Territorial Leaders Commissioners Jenine and Paul Main
Mon 28 Oct – Sat 2 Nov South America West Territory (Officers’ Councils) Sun 10 Nov Whitehall (Remembrance Sunday at the Cenotaph)
Wed 13 Nov High Leigh conference centre (Pre-Retirement Seminar)
Sat 16 Nov – Sun 17 Nov Bellshill
Chief Secretary Colonel Peter Forrest and Territorial Secretary for Leader Development Colonel Julie Forrest
Sun 10 Nov Whitehall (Remembrance Day at the Cenotaph)* Sat 16 Nov – Sun 17 Nov Newcastle City Temple
*Colonel Peter Forrest only
NOTICES
The Entertainer Big Toy Appeal
UK toy retailer The Entertainer is partnering The Salvation Army again to collect gifts for children who need them most. From 2 to 30 November, for every toy donated by someone in-store or online, The Entertainer will donate another. Each store is linked with a corps that will distribute the toys through the Christmas Present Appeal. If you have any questions, email entertainertoyappeal@salvationarmy.org.uk
Wales 150: 150 Days of Prayer
The Salvation Army began working in Wales on 15 November 1874. To mark this 150th year, join in 150 days of prayer leading up to the anniversary in November. Each day also features a story of faith and service. Follow along with each day’s prayer focus at salvationist.org.uk/wales150
In memory: Online wall of remembrance
The Salvation Army has introduced an online wall of remembrance that allows people to share memories and photos of loved ones when they don’t always know what to say. This virtual wall is free to use and a donation to the Army is optional. Access the page at thesalvationarmy.dedicationpage.org
SOUNDS
Sunday Worship
Join Salvationists across the territory in worship, with music, prayer and a Bible message from a guest speaker. This week’s message is from Captain Rob Westwood-Payne (Maidenhead). Can’t join us at 11am on Sundays? Catch up with the weekly podcast of highlights. Each week’s broadcast is repeated in full on Sundays at 6pm, Mondays at 12am and Thursdays at 9am.
• Listen online at salvationist.org.uk/radio
Sing to the Lord with the ISS
Enjoy favourite recordings from the International Staff Songsters chosen by a special guest. This month’s guest is Carys Hooper (Regent Hall). Can’t tune in at 5pm on Sunday? The episode is repeated in full on Tuesday 5 November at 10am and on Saturday 9 November at 3pm.
• Listen online at salvationist.org.uk/radio
This Is My Story, This Is My Song
More episodes have been added to this podcast of conversations from Salvationist Radio’s No Age Limit Join Andy and Ali as they invite a special guest to share their story and song.
• Listen online at salvationist.org.uk/podcasts
KETTERING CITADEL, 66 ROCKINGHAM ROAD NN16 8JU
INTERNATIONAL STAFF SONGSTERS
Saturday 16 November, 7pm
Tickets: £10 (18 years and under free)
ticketsource.co.uk/kettering-salvation-army or email kettering@salvationarmy.org.uk or phone 01536 513883
Sunday 17 November
Worship (10am) and festival (2.30pm) led by the ISS
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