New commitments

ROCHDALE Manuel Bumba was enrolled as a soldier. The enrolment should have happened last year, but it was not possible due to Covid-19 restrictions. Manuel, who is originally from Angola, invited friends to his enrolment and has brought others to the corps. Recruiting Sergeant Jean Briggs took Manuel through soldiership classes. Also pictured are corps officers Majors Amaro and Susan Pereira, who will be taking up an appointment in Angola in the new year.

SOUTHPORT Corps officer Captain Alison Hutchings welcomed Brenda and Kenneth Porter as adherents. Over the years Brenda and Ken formed friendships with members of the corps and were eventually encouraged to attend Sunday meetings. Stimulating worship and the warm and welcoming atmosphere led them to decide to become adherents. – GM ROCHDALE Philip Pointon was welcomed as an adherent by Major Susan. Phil has been attending the corps for some time and the congregation was pleased that he wanted to take this step. Phil is pictured with his wife, Songster Leader Angela Pointon. – SP

GUERNSEY Louisa was enrolled as a junior soldier by corps officer Major Claire Hill. A large congregation, including Louisa’s family, showed their prayerful support. She chose her favourite song – ‘Our God Is a Great Big God’ – to be sung by the worship group and congregation, and signed her promise at the mercy seat supported by Children’s Team Leader Rebecca Gallagher, who took Louisa through her preparation classes. Major Claire and Louisa are pictured with Colour Sergeant Ted Garnham and corps officer Major Jamie Hill. – JH