NEW COMMITMENTS
ST AUSTELL Carolyn Rowse and Les Myler were welcomed as adherents by corps officer Lieutenant Rebekah Clark during the 33rd corps anniversary meetings. Carolyn started attending church while at university and worshipped at several churches before returning to the corps during the Covid-19 pandemic. She testified that God had used her in spite of her health limitations and that his grace was sufficient in all circumstances. Les grew up in care and was married to Betty for 42 years. With the help of a friend, they attended a gospel hall and Les continued to attend after Betty’s death. After the Covid-19 lockdowns, Les started attending Army meetings and weekly coffee mornings with his friend. He was delighted to be presented with a Salvation Army beanie hat, to which he promptly pinned his adherent’s badge. – RD
BELLSHILL Corps officer Major Miriam Wing enrolled Hannah as a junior soldier during the YP annual celebrations. Many of Hannah’s family came to share in the occasion as she declared that she wanted to learn more about Jesus. Hannah chose ‘Shine’ for the congregation to sing, which reflects her personality. She is pictured with acting YPSM Michelle Addie, who guided her through her preparation classes.
MALTBY After signing his Articles of War many years ago, Malcolm Dragon renewed his commitment and was enrolled as a soldier by corps officer Major Lucy Mann. He returned to worship with The Salvation Army following the Covid-19 lockdowns, playing in the band and supporting weekly activities at the corps. Malcolm testified to his renewed faith and desire to serve the Lord and chose the song ‘I’ll Go in the Strength of the Lord’. – LM
Jim Gilbert was enrolled as a senior soldier as a young man but drifted away from the Army. His love of brass band music kept him connected and, following personal tragedy, the love and care of the then corps officers and others in the corps had a huge impact on him. During the Covid-19 lockdowns Jim was asked to share his favourite song. In choosing ‘It Is Well with My Soul’, he realised that he needed to make a commitment to God once again. Jim is pictured with Recruiting Sergeant David Ferguson, who supported him, and corps officer Major David Wing, who enrolled him. – MW
BRIDLINGTON Philip Steele was welcomed as an adherent by corps officer Major Barbara Jeffery. – BJ Salvationist 16 April 2022
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