Salvationist 1 June 2024

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VOCATION TIME EXPLORING CALLING AND LEADERSHIP

REFLECTING on the meaning of words is not a new concept for readers of Salvationist. However, context is an important component to words being interpreted correctly. For example, to a reader in Northern Ireland, the above question could be taken as a general enquiry as to their wellbeing, rather than a specific request for action on their part.

The same is true of calling and vocation. The call to spiritual leadership can often be seen and promoted exclusively in the context of officership, and yet God calls people to ministry in all kinds of contexts. Sometimes for a season, sometimes in a specific location and sometimes for a specific purpose. All in his service, all for the glory of his Kingdom.

In this week’s issue, we reflect on just how and where God calls and how we as a Movement can acknowledge and equip those who are exploring God’s call, stepping up and saying yes to what God is asking of them.

The question still remains – what about you? Is God’s voice to you one of comforting enquiry about your wellbeing or a challenge to step up and do or be something specific for him?

May God speak to you as you read.

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Finding the right notes

Ivan Radford celebrates the harmony of passion and purpose in Channel 4’s The Piano

HANDS up if you play the piano (but not, of course, with your hands up). Even if you don’t, you’re still likely among the millions of people tuning in to The Piano on Channel 4, which continues at 9pm on Sunday (2 June).

Presented by Claudia Winkleman, it’s a showcase for amateur piano players, with two music icons gently judging the entries: classical pianist extraordinaire Lang Lang and singer-songwriter Mika. The series has an irresistible hook, as it invites people to play pianos at train stations. Each time, an appreciative crowd gathers.

Reflect and respond

Be encouraged by Romans 12:6: ‘We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us.’

What spiritual gifts do you have and how are you inviting God to use them?

How can you encourage someone else to use their gifts this week?

Find out more about God’s plan for your life at Design for Life or Design for Life for Children. Visit salvationist. org.uk/designforlife or email vocation@salvationarmy.org.uk

The growing proliferation of railway pianos in recent years has been a bright spot in many commutes, because people love to see someone using their gifts. The Piano understands that: it’s not about competing to win and be famous, but about celebrating and encouraging talent.

How many times have you seen someone do something and thought, ‘Oh, I could do that’? Both Lang Lang and Mika could think it as they observe each pianist tinkling the ivories. But they don’t boot the person off the stool to show them how they think it should be done. They’re generous and empathetic.

‘You have to be so willing to leave behind your ego and get better,’ observes Mika about how musicians develop and progress. That lack of ego, that passion for growth, are just part of what motivates each participant and The Piano’s strength lies in the personal stories that accompany the performances. For so many, the instrument is a form of expression without needing words. Some play to reconnect with a loved one living with dementia. Some play for their own comfort or joy.

For them all, no matter their age or the genre, there’s a sense of fulfilment – and one of the beautiful things about finding fulfilment in life is that the notes involved are unique to each person. In Japan, there’s a lovely word, ikigai, which describes the feeling of purpose found when someone

can bring together their passion, vocation, mission and profession. As Christians, perhaps the word for that harmony between what God wants us to be and do is ‘calling’ – putting aside your own ego and plans and listening to the combination of notes God has imagined for your life, a chord that even the most gifted pianist couldn’t compose on their own.

You might still be searching for your God-given chord – and that chord will evolve and add on grace notes with every new movement in your life. But perhaps the real reason The Piano resonates with viewers is that it also highlights the happiness found in helping others to find their calling. One of the best moments in this season is when Mika and Lang Lang invite a woman back to play a second piece. As she does, Lang Lang silently turns the page for her. It’s a beautiful moment of encouragement that’s totally lacking in ego – and a reminder that one of the most fulfilling things for any part of the body of Christ is helping someone else to discover and use their gifts. After all, a piano isn’t a piano if it doesn’t have all the keys on it.

Picture: Channel 4 / Nic Serpell-Rand

IVAN RADFORD Managing Editor Salvationist

Rebecca Maller Isle of Man seconds with...

Who are you and what do you do?

My name is Rebecca Maller and I’m a part-time admin assistant for the Isle of Man government.

How did you first get involved in the Army?

My mum took me as a baby.

What do you love, or not love, about the Army?

I like singing and playing my timbrel.

What’s your favourite Bible verse or passage?

The Nativity story.

What’s your favourite hymn or worship song?

‘He Knows My Name’.

If you had an unlimited supply of one thing, what would it be?

Nail varnish. I love having my nails painted.

What do you do in your spare time?

I enjoy sport. I am a member of the Special Olympics Isle of Man team and have represented them at various games.

Where would you like to visit and why?

New York, as I would like to see a Broadway show.

‘I knew from an early age to trust in God’

Eunice Kabibi (Willenhall) is grateful for the encouragement, guidance and grace she has experienced

IWAS born into a God-fearing Christian family in Zimbabwe and attended Salvation Army schools growing up. My parents were Salvationists, as were my grandparents on my dad’s side, and they raised me in the truth. I had the greatest example of praying parents and I knew from an early age to trust in God through everything.

I accepted Jesus as my Saviour when I was 16. In my late teens I left home for work and, because I was working shifts, I found myself going to church less. Deep down I knew I needed to repair my relationship with God. I got back into fellowship with others as the days went by.

I eventually married and had a daughter and a son. Both my children have had a lot of health issues. The day I delivered my son, I had an overwhelming desire to pray for him. I did pray. Little did I know how much he would require these prayers right through his life.

My shift work sometimes means I’m unable to attend Willenhall on a Sunday, but I’m blessed to have the opportunity to join the Thursday service at Darlaston. I love to share God’s love by helping people through my vocation as a nurse, through charities in the UK and in my home country of Zimbabwe, and through serving others as a member of the corps pastoral care team. I also love to share the joy of Jesus through musical ministry in the band, songsters and timbrel group.

be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.’

Because Christ is with me, I feel encouraged to support my family through our challenges. It’s not always easy, but I know I have a loving Father. My favourite hymn brings me constant encouragement: ‘My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less’ (SASB 662).

My own dad has gone to be with the Lord, but God has raised someone else in my congregation to help and guide me. I will forever be grateful. I have experienced God’s love. I have experienced his grace.

Have you got a testimony to share? We’d love to hear your faith journey! Get in touch at salvationist@ salvationarmy.org.uk.

I’m grateful to God for giving me parents who showed me the way to go even in difficult circumstances. I now live far away from home, although I try and visit at least twice a year to see family, and I know I wouldn’t be standing here today if I had no faith. I know to call on Christ; he has always walked with me.

I look for comfort in Scripture. Philippians 4:6 and 7 say: ‘Do not

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LIFE IS JUST…

Salvationists share artwork inspired by their faith

What does Life Is Just… depict?

This painting is a watercolour depicting a small dish overflowing with cherries and a very old glass bottle. The dish was bought from a potter in the Peak District and the bottle came from a junk shop masquerading as an antiques emporium.

How was it made?

I work in a small spare bedroom in front of a northeast-facing window. My paper is stretched on a board flat on a bench. It needs to be flat because I sometimes have water standing on the paper and pigment floating on the water. I start with a finely drawn pencil outline and maybe a bit of detail if necessary before I start painting. I apply the watercolour and gouache with good quality brushes, but I’m quite happy to use whatever will produce the texture I need – sponges, toothbrushes and nail brushes and shirt cuffs all make their own marks, and I’ve used them all.

What inspired it?

seascapes, and even in such simple things as a dish, a bottle and a few cherries. This painting started out as one of a pair for an exhibition.

I don’t think of my painting as necessarily an expression of my faith. I do, however, believe that the talent was God-given. Having been given that talent, the least I can do is offer it back to him to use in whatever way he chooses. Whenever a visual aid is needed at my corps, I happily step up and try to create something, and thoroughly enjoy it all.

We live in a beautiful world, so I think that part of my job as an artist is to show people that beauty – landscapes,

God speaks to me through my art, not by getting me to make works of great religious significance, but by producing images to help people to see truth to help their beliefs – much like the early Church used wall paintings and stained glass. Long may it continue!

by Mike Hendy (Sheffield

Do you have a piece of art to share inspired by your faith?

Email it to salvationist@ salvationarmy.org.uk for consideration.

Preaching for a verd

Major Ian Mountford reminds us to present convincing evidence about Jesus

ACTS 2:22–41

IF you have seen the ITV drama Mr Bates vs the Post Office, you will have caught a glimpse of Chelmsford’s Shire Hall. It is a grade II listed building that has three carvings high above the front windows depicting justice, wisdom and mercy. While the building was used in the drama about a real-life miscarriage of justice, it has not been used as an actual court since 2012. Whether formally as a court or more recently as a drama set, it is a place where passionate pleas have been made for truth before a judge and jury, and also those in the public gallery listening intently.

On the day of Pentecost – and in response to Jesus’ instruction in Acts 1:8 – we encounter Peter giving his witness statement, not in a courtroom but outside a house in Jerusalem. He addresses the attentive crowd with discernment and passion.

With context and relevance, he points to the evidence about Jesus and, prompted by the Holy Spirit, quotes three Old Testament passages: Joel 2:28-32, Psalm 16:8–11 and Psalm 110:1. His impassioned plea demonstrates understanding of culture and context.

PAUSE AND REFLECT

How does Scripture connect with your own story?

How might it be helpful to use Scripture as a starting point in conversation with people?

Many who heard Peter speak were already aware of Jesus’ miracles, wonders and signs and the reality of his crucifixion. Peter declared that these facts underpinned the claim that the Resurrection was an attestable fact and the ultimate sign that what Jesus said about himself was true. Peter was effectively saying: ‘Look at the evidence.’

In his book The Reason for God, Timothy Keller writes: ‘If Jesus rose from the dead, then you have to accept all he said; if he didn’t rise from the dead, then why worry about any of what he said? The issue on which everything hangs is not whether or not you like his teaching but whether or not he rose from the dead.’

PAUSE AND REFLECT

How can you speak the centrality of the Resurrection into the events of today?

Where are you currently seeing God at work?

In the UK and Ireland Territory, our five mission priorities are: share the good news, serve others without discrimination, nurture disciples of Jesus, care for creation, and seek justice and reconciliation. They are not independent of each other but connected to the missio Dei – sent mission of God. They are the good news of God’s Resurrection power and presence, his work by his word and Spirit, and his gracious invitation to participate in it. Each of the five marks points to the lordship of Jesus Christ and

the invitation to life in all its fullness with Jesus. They are the fingerprints of God at work, evidence of his Resurrection power and our testimony.

Our role is to proclaim the gospel, to participate in God’s mission and reach our contexts and cultures with the same passion, plea and cultural relevance of Peter.

PAUSE AND REFLECT

Where do you see the fingerprints of God’s activity in your life?

Where in the life of your corps and community do these fingerprints point to the lordship of Christ?

With reference to Psalm 16:8–11, Peter goes on with confidence and hope to validate his account, attesting that Jesus was the one David had written about. God’s fingerprints are all over it.

Eugene Peterson’s paraphrase, The Message, renders verse 29 as: ‘Dear friends, let me be completely frank with you. Our ancestor David is dead and buried – his tomb is in plain sight today.’ However, Peter preaches that God is at work – God had promised, God has raised this Jesus to life and, furthermore, God has poured out the Holy Spirit through Christ. Then, Peter declares that they be assured of this: ‘God made this Jesus, whom you have crucified, both Lord and Messiah’ (v36).

Peter’s passionate statement demands a verdict. His testimony and his plea to examine the facts present a challenge to his hearers. They respond with a question: ‘What should we do?’ (v37). Peter’s response is that they

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should repent and be baptised so they will receive the Holy Spirit. So 3,000 people did! The rest is his-story – a story of good news that inspires the Church to mission today.

PAUSE AND REFLECT

So, what should we do?

What do you take away from this challenge?

In his book Miracles, CS Lewis wrote: ‘To preach Christianity meant primarily to preach the Resurrection... The Resurrection is the central theme in every Christian sermon reported in the Acts. The Resurrection, and its consequences, was the “gospel” or good news which the Christians brought.’

The resurrection of Jesus is the centrepiece of Christianity. It is the hinge on which the door of our faith hangs. It is a reminder that central to all our mission is the declaration of his mission – Jesus Christ is Lord, risen, ascended, seated at the right hand of the Father and at work in the world today through his word and the Holy Spirit.

We are given the responsibility not only to preach the good news of Jesus, but also to live in such a way that, after deliberation, the jury arrives at the right verdict.

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 1 JUNE: CARE FOR CREATION – WORSHIP THE CREATOR

Pray that our places of worship will be places where we can regularly sing, pray, praise and lament to our Creator, and be inspired and challenged about how we can care for creation as individuals and as church communities. by Carl Jobson (Head of Mission Resources)

SUNDAY 2 JUNE: SABBATH PRAYER – A FATHER’S PRAYER

Father of all fathers – whose infinite love, patience and forgiveness leave me breathless at my too-often floundering attempts to follow – please hold, teach and guide me, that I might rise up to be the better person you call me to be. by Major Adrian Lee (Huddersfield)

MONDAY 3 JUNE: SHARING THE GOOD NEWS – WALES DIVISION

Loving God, in this 150th anniversary year of The Salvation Army in Wales, we pray for everyone linked to the Movement in the principality. As the anniversary theme is Dyma Gariad (Here is Love), help them to share the good news of Jesus, and to serve people in their communities, so that others may say, ‘Here is love.’ by Lieut-Colonel Jonathan Roberts (Divisional Commander)

TUESDAY 4 JUNE: SERVING AND CARING – DIVISIONAL LEADERS’ INDUCTION (3–5 JUNE)

Father God, we offer prayer for those attending the divisional leaders’ induction. May they sense your blessing and affirmation as they prepare for challenging responsibilities. Equip them for practical service and spiritual ministry. Continue to place your calling on our lives, wherever we can best minister in the name of Jesus. by Lieut-Colonel Jayne Roberts (Secretary for Spiritual Life Development)

WEDNESDAY 5 JUNE: GROWING IN FAITH – EAST OF ENGLAND DIVISION

Pray for the cadets who will be arriving in the division in July for their summer placement, that they will know they are in God’s hands and will be affirmed and empowered by his Holy Spirit. Pray, too, for local leaders who have oversight of unofficered corps, for energy, inspiration and a sense of fulfilment. Thank God for them.

by Major Pam Pitt (Assistant Divisional Commander)

THURSDAY 6 JUNE: INTERNATIONAL SALVATION ARMY – UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND TERRITORY

As the Army world holds our territory in prayer this week, we give thanks for the privilege of being part of a global family: for the joy of having brothers and sisters around the world who share our spiritual DNA, and for the blessing of being able to work together to build the Kingdom of God.

by Lyndall

Bywater (UKI Boiler Room Team)

FRIDAY 7 JUNE: JUSTICE AND RECONCILIATION – REFUGEE RESPONSE, LAMENT

We lament over the treatment of people seeking asylum in the UK, and the re-traumatisation of those fleeing conflict and violence. We lament over people being put at risk of slavery and exploitation. Forgive us, Lord. by Ben Still (Refugee Response Manager)

MAJOR IAN MOUNTFORD Territorial Mission Enabler THQ

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.

Blossomise your life!

Major Kerry Coke encourages you to bloom into the person God wants you to be

ROMANS 12:1 and 2 say: ‘So here’s what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life – your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life – and place it before God as an offering. Embracing what God does for you is the best thing you can do for him’ (The Message). I say amen to that! Choosing to say yes to God’s call on my life is the best decision I’ve ever made.

Simon Armitage recently released a volume of poetry with the National Trust to promote blossom season, which we’re in now. The book is titled Blossomise and it contains beautiful imagery about nature and becoming.

Let me tell you a true story about the blossomising of someone’s life. A young mother deeply rooted in Jesus was looking to take her everyday, ordinary life and place it before God as an offering. Her young children were in a diverse but also, sadly, self-segregated school. She asked God to blossom his love and grace in her, so that the petals could fall on the other parents.

There were language, religious and cultural barriers to overcome. But petals don’t stay behind walls. They float where the wind takes them. This young mum prayed the Holy Spirit would take the petals where she couldn’t get to yet. In time, those barriers became so covered in petals that the parents no longer viewed them as barriers but as something to talk about.

She invited her new friends into her home. The relationships blossomed and their children became friends too. When they started inviting each other for sleepovers, the teachers noticed. The young mother was brought in to see the head teacher.

She shared what had happened and the head teacher – who was of a different faith – invited them to her home to sample some of her food and culture. The blossom was being walked on the soles of people’s shoes into the most unlikely places!

Some of the parents were also struggling with English, so the blossom fell on the tongues of those who could speak English and they helped each other. A bouquet of grace and love emerged in this group of people who saw the beauty in each other. Some of them worked together with others to create affordable housing for their community.

And it started with that young mother rooted in Jesus.

The thing about blossomising our lives is that when we blossom, other people thrive too. Just like bees and pollen in the natural world, those who encounter a person who has been blossomised can’t help but let it rub off on them.

If you leave a car under a blossom tree, you return to it transformed, covered in petals. When we blossom, we shed our petals of love and grace on the world around us. We see the world transform into what it should be. Amos 5:24 says:

‘I want to see a mighty flood of justice, an endless river of righteous living’ (New Living Translation). We could say: ‘I want to see blanket blossom coverings of justice, a whirlwind blossom of righteous living.’ How is God asking you to blossomise your life? How is he shaking the branches of your life to show you where the petals fall? Picture what that would look like. Did you see a particular place or people? Who was changed? Who is God asking you to become?

We have a whole orchard of people in this territory with the potential to blossom into something more. I have, and still am, fulfilling God’s call on my life through officership. Whatever you are being called to be – that might be officership or leadership in another form – I encourage you to say yes. Stepping out with God, becoming the person God intended you to be, is the best decision you can make.

• Based on a message shared at Exploring Leadership Day 2024. For more information on Exploring Leadership Day, visit salvationist.org.uk/ exploringleadership

A journey of discovery

What is Terrain?

Over the course of the year-long programme, Terrainees journey closely together through the four Gospels, gaining insight into Jesus’ life. Running from September to September, it’s a year of adventure, exploration, reflection and review to explore the fullness of life Jesus has waiting for you. Terrain offers a unique opportunity to listen to Jesus through experience, encounter, questioning and sharing while building relationships and supporting each other on the journey.

Who is it for?

Anyone connected to the Army, aged 18 to 25, who is curious, searching, asking big questions, spiritually hungry and

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Find out more about how Terrain works and read about a former Terrainee’s experience at salvationist.org.uk/terrain.

ready to journey with Jesus. You don’t need to feel you already have it all sorted in life. Terrain is a learning experience to help you thrive and flourish in ways you may never have imagined possible.

Are there any barriers to joining?

Our Terrain goal is inclusion. We embrace diversity and we’ll work hard to make the programme work for you. Yes, there will be challenges for everyone in different ways, but if you’re willing to be open to venturing beyond your comfort zone and pushing your perceived limits, you can achieve more than you ever believed possible and learn more about yourself as you do it.

What advice do you have for prospective Terrainees?

Everyone should do it! If you’re unsure whether Terrain is for you or nervous about what it might involve, get in touch with the Children and Youth team and talk to us. Let’s have that conversation – we love talking Terrain! If you’re ready, start preparing your heart and mind for the journey ahead. Notice what is around you and within you. Terrain will draw on all your senses as you look, listen, search and feel your way through.

What do Terrainees need?

A funding contribution of between £275 and £550 (depending on employment status), a deep desire to learn more about Jesus and

availability and commitment to six sets of dates, which include four residential trips within the territory, a Zoom gathering and a course review in London.

What is included in the costs?

Four residential weekends away, food at all the residential weekends away, activities while away, the staffing of weekends – including qualified instructors and professional guests – plus a copy of the four Gospels and other resources.

Is transport included/provided?

It’s not, as the programme is already well subsidised. We suggest arranging this in collaboration with any fellow Terrainees or your divisional youth specialist.

How can I raise my funding and get my kit?

You could hold a fundraiser at your corps or centre, speak to your corps leader or DHQ to see if there is any possibility of sponsorship or commit to a regular payment plan to make it more manageable. You could also borrow kit and equipment from friends, family or people at your corps or centre to save you buying items you might not use again.

When and how can I apply?

The closing date to apply for this year’s Terrain is 26 July. Apply online at salvationist.org.uk/terrain

Jo Taylor (Children and Youth Department) talks Terrain with Lyn Woods

Stepping up where they are

Salvationist hears from local officers across the territory about leadership, gifts and service

Lyndon Bexon Bandmaster Winton

Why did you take on your role?

Being bandmaster was never on my agenda and a decision I struggled with, as I thought my talents would be best used elsewhere. After many conversations and much prayer, I agreed to take on the position.

How do you see your gifts being used?

This role uses my passion for music and my passion for the gospel. It’s a privilege to lead a wonderful group of people not only musically but spiritually as well.

What has been the biggest blessing or surprise?

I continue to be blessed on a regular basis as the band play to the best of their ability with real passion. I’ve also been encouraged to see people return to the band. There is a great spirit. It is a fantastic group to belong to.

What impact do you see your role having?

I want the band to be relevant to what we do, whether as part of worship, summer bandstands or our Christmas programme. I’m also encouraged by the number of people who speak to me about how much they enjoy the band and how blessed they are.

What would you say to someone considering local officership?

Pray and be led by the Holy Spirit, and get a good group of people around you.

Russell Chalmers Corps Mission Secretary Parkhead

Why did you take on your role?

At the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, we moved to a house an hour’s drive to the corps. I felt I couldn’t continue to be corps sergeant-major because of the distance, but offered to be corps mission secretary. I felt this was a role I could still fulfil somewhat remotely.

How do you see your gifts being used?

I have a passion for mission and have

Emma Fernandez Deputy Safeguarding Lead Leighton Buzzard

Why did you take on your role?

My parents are Salvationists and I’m named after a lady who used to help at their corps. This has been a great influence, along with visiting the Army in Singapore and Malaysia. Witnessing people’s friendliness, faith and enthusiasm has been an inspiration. I work in London and often come across people in need. Listening to people’s

been able to use gifts I have in planning, communicating and encouraging others.

What has been the biggest blessing or surprise?

Despite being without officers for the past two years, we have seen amazing growth. In just the past year, our congregation has grown by 52 per cent, with 13 nationalities represented!

What impact do you see your role having?

I hope I have challenged and encouraged people in a positive way, but our congregation have to be given credit for stepping up and taking on new responsibilities.

What would you say to someone considering local officership?

I have had the privilege of being involved over the years territorially, but I agree with Bill Hybels that ‘the local church is the hope of the world’. You have an opportunity to make a real difference where it matters most.

stories led me to take on this role. I want to help where I can.

How do you see your gifts being used?

I am blessed with a gift of being able to help practically. I love planning, organising, crafting, baking, coming up with fundraising ideas and bringing people together. My work involves an array of people with differing needs, while maintaining confidentiality and impartiality. This feeds into my corps role and having the skills to look at a situation and the best way I can help.

What has been the biggest blessing or surprise?

Seeing the hall packed full of schoolchildren coming to learn about the Army.

What would you say to someone considering local officership?

Read Psalm 121 (King James Version).

Cloud Tembo Corps Sergeant-Major Milton Keynes Central

Why did you take on your role?

When I arrived at the corps, there were vacant roles. My last appointment in Zimbabwe at Gweru Citadel was corps secretary. One Sunday, we discussed the corps sergeant-major role in a Zimbabwean setting – it is a deputy sort of to the corps officer. Bandmaster Kevin Dare asked if I would take up the role if asked. In Zimbabwe, yes, but in the UK, it would come with challenges due to cultural differences. I said I would pray about it. Captain Michael Allen then asked. I did not immediately say yes as I needed confirmation from God. I spoke to my former corps officer – LieutColonel Henry Chitanda – and we prayed. Speaking to my wife, Tinoziva, about it helped a great deal. The corps itself, and in particular Major Ivy, had prayed for a multicultural fellowship and I believed the role was a requirement as the corps was getting more diverse.

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Gnanasekar Corps Sergeant-Major Dublin City

Why did you take on your role?

I had an urge to do something for the growth of the Kingdom of God and for the Army.

How do you see your gifts being used?

One of my gifts is caring and listening without discriminating. The corps officer cannot attend to all the people who come to church so I help in talking to members and welcoming visitors and getting to know them better. I also take up meetings when the officers are away.

What has been the biggest blessing or surprise?

The biggest blessing was being involved in the diversity conversation panel at Together 2022. Surprises include being a member of the Divisional Advisory Council contributing to the Territorial Advisory Council.

What impact do you see your role having?

The corps is an example of true diversity and a true reflection of the image of God. Where other places are struggling to get leaders, it takes prayer and conversation to identify them using God’s eyes.

What would you say to someone considering local officership?

Nothing is impossible if you allow your heart to be God’s residence. Look beyond the Orders and Regulations for Local Officers – a CSM’s role is more than described. It’s being an anchor, a people person and a bridge between the corps and the Army.

How do you see your gifts being used?

By planning and organising corps events.

What has been the biggest blessing or surprise?

The love and support of my corps family.

What impact do you see your role having?

I believe I act as a bridge for the Salvationists who can’t regularly come to the corps due to various reasons and bring them together as one big family.

What would you say to someone considering local officership?

You should definitely take up the opportunity to serve the Kingdom of God. It sure is a blessing.

Michael

Kerridge Corps Secretary Hull Citadel

Why did you take on your role?

I was brought up in a large Salvation Army family, but at 21 left the Army and went to a local CofE. Fast forward 46 years, in which time I had settled in at my wife’s Methodist church, I was invited to attend an open band practice. I felt at home and started attending meetings. In 2012, I became a soldier. When Lieutenant David Jones was appointed corps officer, I asked if there was anything I could do to help. I was commissioned as the corps press representative and invited to be on the corps council. After the Covid-19 pandemic, I was asked if I would consider taking on a local officer role as the corps did not have a corps sergeant-major, corps secretary or corps treasurer. After much prayer and talking to corps members, I said I would take on the duties of corps secretary. I was commissioned along with other local officers shortly after the arrival of our new corps officers, Lieutenants Nick and Jane Entwisle.

What has been the biggest blessing or surprise?

The steady growth of new people coming to share worship and fellowship. Attendance at our Wednesday Crafty Cuppa mornings has grown. Some are now attending on Sundays and taking part in our Alpha film series.

What would you say to someone considering local officership?

Talk to people with experience. Talk to the Lord in prayer and discuss it with family. Local officers have an important role in the smooth running of a corps. They provide stable, long-term leadership and are involved in selfimprovement and sharing knowledge.

Minding the gap

Captain Nathan Loxley (St Ives) talks to Ivan Radford about the opportunities and impact of gap years

WHEN people hear the words ‘gap year’, they perhaps imagine trekking round Thailand or diving down under. But gap years in the UK and Ireland have long been a key way for young people to gain skills, learn more about themselves and explore their vocation. As Christians, the opportunity to take time to listen to and explore God’s calling is invaluable – in recent years, several cadets have entered William Booth College after completing gap year placements at corps.

St Ives is one of the corps that currently offer gap year opportunities, which start in September each year. With two placements already completed, they are inviting applications for their third.

‘You really see the difference it makes, whatever avenue a person goes down in the future,’ says corps officer Captain Nathan Loxley.

St Ives has a mission house that can accommodate up to three gap year students. The aim is always to tailor it to their unique calling and gifts.

‘At the start we introduce them as a team member and then find ways of encouraging them to lead more,’ he explains. ‘While there are some elements where you just have to get on with it, we try to be bespoke.’

One student focused on pastoral care and preaching, for example, while another focused on youth work.

‘It’s about helping them find their niche and explore it,’ enthuses Nathan.

For Nathan, gap years are a familiar concept: ‘Before Captain Helen Loxley and I entered the training college, I helped my dad, Major Ian Loxley, set up the gap year programme at Addlestone. I also helped with one at Bedford Congress Hall and one at Staines. Our summer placement was at Copper Beech and my summer project was setting up a kind of pioneer placement there. When we were appointed to St Ives, we learnt the previous officers had looked at introducing a gap year programme, so it all lined up nicely.’

St Ives is not a conventional corps. The weekly programme includes all-age worship on Tuesday evenings, the Decks Project – where a skateboard coach turns their worship space into an indoor skate park – and Surf Church on Sundays.

‘We go on the beach and read a Bible passage together, then have an hour of freedom – to go for a walk or go in the sea – and then have breakfast together and pray,’ explains Nathan. ‘It’s slightly different, which is exciting, particularly for someone who has grown up in a more traditional corps. It’s the same Salvation Army DNA, but it lends itself to opening people’s eyes to what they could do.’

As a corps, having more people to help with the week-to-week ministry is just one of the benefits of running a gap

year programme.

‘The students can also model a way of being to others,’ says Nathan. ‘Their enthusiasm can inspire and uplift people.’ There is also the reward of helping someone grow in their faith journey and explore God’s calling for their life.

‘It’s an exciting time where they can study the Bible and try different spiritual disciplines,’ says Nathan. ‘You need to be willing to journey with them and give them space to try things, to fail and to succeed. If the whole corps buys into it, them being embedded in the church family makes the experience so much richer.’

Nathan encourages other corps to consider running gap year programmes where they are.

‘It’s such a great investment,’ he affirms. ‘At the heart of it, we’re encouraging people to get to know God better and go on to whatever the next chapter of their life is with a sense of that.’

For more information or to apply for a gap year placement at St Ives, email nathan.loxley@salvationarmy.org.uk

IVAN RADFORD Managing Editor Salvationist

Highly recommended

WILLIAM BOOTH COLLEGE

EXPLORING Leadership Day was indeed a blessed day, reports Belén Marquez (Addlestone)! It was a special time to listen to God’s voice and accept new challenges, and from the moment we arrived we could feel the atmosphere of welcome and celebration.

Every meeting was special, and it was a wonderful experience! We worshipped God through music, had opportunity to hear testimonies from officers and cadets, and took part in moments of personal reflection and prayer where you could really feel the Holy Spirit moving in each one of us.

One thing I will always remember is the Bible passage used: ‘So here’s what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life – your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life – and place it before God as an offering’ (Romans 12:1 and 2 The Message).

Leadership has many paths and God has different plans for each of us. In every place where we develop, we must do our best – offering our life to God as an offering.

So, if you want to deepen your relationship with God and explore what he has in store for you, I definitely recommend attending the next Exploring Leadership Day or Design for Life weekend.

EXPLORING Leadership Day was a great time of worship and reflection with others, and it was good to meet like-minded Christians from The Salvation Army and catch up with some old friends, writes Jack Joy (Harold Hill). I really enjoyed the feeling of group praise to the Lord when we were singing worship songs, and I really felt the Spirit moving in the Assembly Hall. It was a very reaffirming day and a good time to dedicate back to God, especially after a busy week!

It was also a good time to share stories and see how God has worked in and developed other people’s lives. I’m sure it will be great to meet up with these people again at future events and hear

even more wonderful stories of God working through every situation of life. When the next Exploring Leadership Day – or any Salvation Army event – comes up in the future, I’d definitely recommend going. There is everything, from group worship to quiet times and small groups. I feel like everyone will get something out of it,

whether your calling is to officership or something else. I hope to meet you at a future event!

• For more information about Exploring Leadership Day or Design for Life weekends, visit salvationist.org.uk/ candidates-unit or email vocation@ salvationarmy.org.uk.

Majors Andrea and Mark Sawyer and the Exploring Leadership Day team

Enabling and equipping leaders

Major Julian Watchorn finds out how the Army’s Catherine Programme is inspiring people across Europe

CATHERINE Booth, mother and co-founder of The Salvation Army, put great store in studying – not for her own sake alone, but for the sake of others. She is quoted as saying: ‘You are not here in this world for yourself. You have been sent here for others. The world is waiting for you!’

Inspired by that spirit, European training leaders within the Army have, since 2007, been providing foundational teaching in identity and mission for officers, Salvationists and employees in leadership positions. At a Salvation Army facility in the Netherlands each summer, the Catherine Programme Committee has run a course to educate, enlighten, encourage and inspire anyone engaged in Salvation Army mission across Europe and beyond.

“ For someone looking for a better or deeper understanding of The Salvation Army, it would be a great opportunity. ”

The committee offers an initial intensive basic course covering topics such as the history of The Salvation Army, its internationalism, symbols and rituals, women in ministry, doctrine, theology, pioneering and ethics. It’s all provided by some of the Army’s best lecturers from across Europe and includes visiting some of the social programmes provided by Army expressions in and around Amsterdam – linking learning with social work, as Catherine had always demonstrated and advocated.

There is much to embrace and learn and therefore an advanced course is also

available for those who have taken the basic course in previous years. It looks at additional topics, such as cultural change in today’s society, ecclesiology, form and essence, social justice, modern slavery, Salvationist spirituality and learning from Salvation Army visionaries.

Over the years, a number of officers and employees from the United Kingdom and Ireland Territory have attended and benefited from this unique opportunity. One such participant was Director of Audit and Assurance Daniel Wills (THQ).

Having worked for the organisation for seven years, Daniel says that ‘working for The Salvation Army gives me a sense of ikigai’ – a Japanese concept where every aspect of your life comes together in harmony. However, he wanted to increase his understanding of the Army’s mission and the Catherine Programme summer school gave him that opportunity.

He describes the content of the course as ‘a nice mix of theory, understanding the wider Salvation Army and developing friendships’. The cohort that accompanied him on the course were ‘a good blend of frontline workers and those who fulfil support roles’.

He adds: ‘Getting a glimpse of the

global picture was very helpful. There were lots of good things about it. The accommodation and hospitality were excellent, the presentation was really slick. Visiting expressions of Salvation Army work in Holland was inspiring. There were lots of stories of positive change.’

‘For someone looking for a better or deeper understanding of The Salvation Army,’ he continues, ‘it would be a great opportunity. For me it was a very positive experience that I would highly recommend.’

Enabling and equipping leaders is an essential component of any strategy. Learning from the Army’s heritage and being true to who God wants us to be are a strong foundation for any individual, and this Movement, to build on.

Applicants in this territory wanting to attend would need to be supported through their line manager. The application period each year usually runs from 1 March to 1 June. If this resonates with you, find out more information at catherine-programme.eu

MAJOR JULIAN WATCHORN Editor Salvationist

Homecoming visit inspires Salvationists

SOUTHEAST ASIA

A RESOUNDING chorus of ‘Hallelujah’ and ‘Amen’ reverberated throughout the Singapore, Malaysia, Myanmar and Thailand Territory as General Lyndon Buckingham and World President of Women’s Ministries Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham commenced their much-awaited ‘homecoming’.

The General and Commissioner Bronwyn, who were previously the territorial leaders, were welcomed with a Sunday meeting at Singapore Central Corps.

A Special Night at the Army was followed by a Spirit-filled series of gatherings in Chiang Mai, Thailand, for officers’ councils, the commissioning of 10 cadets from the Defenders of Justice session, and the opening and dedication of Chiang Mai Central Corps.

The General reminded Salvationists to continue to praise, pray and proclaim the message of salvation. Commissioner Bronwyn shared how hope can be built through relationship with God.

Throughout the week, the moving of the Holy Spirit was evident as scores of Salvationists responded to the General and Commissioner Buckingham’s Bible messages by kneeling at the mercy seat to rededicate their lives to God. – AR

SOUTHPORT More than 250 people enjoyed a Saturday evening of Disney classics when the band, compèred by Andrew Wileman, was joined by choirs from St Philip’s and Linaker primary schools. They were supported by the youth choir and the Brass Roots learner group. The evening ended in a Proms-style finale, including ‘Jerusalem’ and ‘Land of Hope and Glory’. During Sunday worship, the Connect Choir made an enthusiastic debut performance with ‘This Little Light of Mine’. – PW

COMMUNITY

LONGTON Corps officer Lieutenant Chelsea Huddlestone is offering pastoral support to schoolchildren and parents as a chaplain at St Paul’s primary school. Staff at the school had been considering how to offer more support as the cost of living crisis continues to bear down on families. Lieutenant Chelsea visits the school on Wednesdays and has been supporting families at the Gather and Grow community hub since December. – AR

The Salvation Army and the Wilberforce Institute at the University of Hull held their inaugural Modern Slavery Spring Forum. The forum brought together policy-makers, researchers and survivors to find new understanding, collaboration and response to human trafficking and exploitation in the UK and across the globe. Just under 200 people attended the two-day event, which covered survivor inclusion, trauma-informed practice and migration policy, as well as impacts on and practical responses for survivors of human trafficking and modern slavery. Eleanor Lyons, the UK’s Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner, outlined current challenges in her keynote speech. These included public awareness and understanding of modern slavery and the alarming political shift to conflate slavery with illegal migration. – AR

COMMUNITY

DARLINGTON Following the opening of the Memory Lane Activity Café last month, more than 50 people attended the first session. Corps officer Major Shirley McKenzie said: ‘I’m so glad we decided to do it. We’ve been really pleased with the turnout.’ – AR

REGENT HALL

MODERN SLAVERY

MUSIC

THE corps received a Bronze award from Eco-Congregation Scotland for its commitment to the environment. Corps officer Lieutenant Faith Thompson said: ‘We are keen to make sure we care for creation by working and serving in more sustainable and environmentally friendly ways. This has taken years of planning and preparation and we are delighted to have this recognition. We are not stopping here so watch this space!’ – FT

JENNY Burriss received a Community Champion award during a visit from Anna Firth MP. The award recognised the years Jenny spent working with children in the community. Although recently retired, Jenny currently assists with the parent-and-toddler group. – PJ

DURING the International Staff Band’s recent visit, International Staff Bandmaster Stephen Cobb presented certificates of recognition to bandsmen Keith Watts, David Richardson, Barry Sears, Ian Kershaw, David Mynott, Stuart Snaith, Derek Burnham and Ian Dixon, who have more than 500 years of banding between them. All are still serving members and great encouragers to younger band members. – RO

CORPS officers Majors Kim and Nigel Gotobed were presented with certificates by Divisional Commander Major Mike Lloyd-Jones as they entered retirement. Appointed to the corps during the Covid-19 lockdowns, it was more than a year before they were able to meet their congregation. During this period, they stayed in contact via weekly online communication. Their meetings have been motivating, their sermons inspiring, and they have worked tirelessly to ensure that all gatherings have been supported. Their love of God has shone through their lives and actions and the corps prays for them and their family, wishing them well for the future as they look forward to a new period in their lives. – NM

CORPS officers Majors Ruth and Tim Dykes presented Over-60 Club Secretary Sandra Jepson with a retirement certificate and a bouquet of flowers. They prayed thanksgiving for her service to God and the corps for the past 23 years. Sandra took on the responsibility of leading the Cameo group when the over-60 club changed its name, and continued until her retirement in recent weeks. – TD

BIRMINGHAM CITADEL

POOLE

KIDSGROVE

ST ALBANS

OLEKSANDR Nemenushchy was welcomed as an adherent by corps officers Captains Eun Ok Shin and Wan Gi Lee. An architect, he was forced to flee Ukraine. Taken in by corps friends Keith and Manuella Perry, he has since professed his faith and is the percussionist in the band. His landscape gardening skills have also helped develop a new corps allotment. Also pictured are Corps Secretary Anona Jones and Recruiting Sergeant Major Sheila Parmenter. – BH

SOPHIA, Caleb and Yan were enrolled as junior soldiers by corps officers Captains Eun Ok Shin and Wan Gi Lee. All arrived in the city in the past two years when their parents moved to England from Hong Kong. International outreach is proving an important part of the corps mission, with many newcomers expressing their desire to be fully involved in church activities. – BH

PAUL Morris was welcomed as an adherent by corps officer Major Conny Vogler. Paul attended the Army as a young person, attending Sunday school and participating in the YP and senior bands. Before he joined the military he was enrolled as a soldier. Paul then had no contact with the Army until recently. He shared his testimony of how God had called him back into the fellowship, expressing gratitude for the ongoing encouragement and friendship he receives. Paul’s family and friends came to share his special occasion and he chose one of his favourite songs ‘If Crosses Come, If It Should Cost Me Dearly (I’ll Not Turn Back)’ (SASB 649), saying that he looks forward to what God has planned for him. Also pictured is Corps Sergeant-Major Chris Mortimer. – CM

MACCLESFIELD

STEWART Vann and Philip Riley were welcomed as adherents and Hazel Dibben and Paul Rimmer were enrolled as soldiers by corps leaders Territorial Envoys Alice and Paul Swain. The fellowship joined in songs that were special to them and heard testimony of how God has changed their lives. – AS

BECCLES

JANET Dean was welcomed as an adherent by corps leader Territorial Envoy Harry Woods. Janet, who has attended the corps for just over a year, spoke of the warmth and friendliness she experienced and of her spiritual growth during this time. Janet endeavours to further God’s Kingdom through our church and has become a key part of the fellowship. Janet chose the worship song ‘What a Beautiful Name’ for the service and is also pictured with Major Sheila Barfoot. – LW

KATH Antony was welcomed as an adherent on Easter Day by corps officer Captain Marion Rouffet. Kath first came to Sam’s Tots eight years ago with her grandson, before becoming involved with the running of the group when he started school. She always felt the presence of God at the corps and, when ministry at her church changed and Covid-19 restrictions were lifted, she tried services at the hall. Kath soon knew that this was where she wanted to be – in the presence of God, where his work was being done in a quiet, unassuming, non-judgemental manner. Kath feels God’s presence with her as she goes back to her everyday life after services. Also pictured are Corps Sergeant-Major Matt Walters, holding the flag, and Recruiting Sergeant Audrey Beeching. – GP

MAIDSTONE

ARMY PEOPLE

Local officers appointed

SONGSTER LIBRARIAN

JONATHAN GAUDION, Dunstable

OVER-60 CLUB

SECRETARY DOROTHY ALLEN, Sheringham

CORPS MISSION

SECRETARY MURIEL GARMAN, Sheringham

CORPS TREASURER

STUART GARMAN, Sheringham

WELCOME SERGEANT KAY HAZELWOOD, Sheringham

Dedicated to God

AMELIE JOY ELLIOTT, daughter of Mark and Rebecca Elliott, at Castleford by Major Rachel Price

KEVIN AUSTIN and Jaycen Asher, sons of Rudo Mushavire and Tafadzwa Ngwenya, at Bristol Citadel by Majors Christa and Peter Beeldman

Promoted to Glory

SONGSTER RESERVIST

KATH HOLMES, Milton Keynes Central, on 27 April

RETIRED HOME LEAGUE

SECRETARY ELIZABETH

DAVIS, Cannock, on 3 May

MAJOR JACQUILINE PELL from her home on 18 May

SONGSTER LEADER

RUSSELL ALLEN, Upper Norwood, from Croydon University Hospital on 18 May

MAJOR GETHIN THOMAS from The Grange University Hospital on 19 May

Bereaved

CLIFTON PELL , Hadleigh Temple, Nicholas Pell, Major Annette Rieder-Pell and Major David Pell of their mother Major Jacquiline Pell

NICOLA HARTLEY, Doncaster, and Kurt Allen of their father Songster Leader Russell Allen

BETHAN KAKANDE, Gateshead, and Cerys Cotterill, Lewisham, of their father Major Gethin Thomas

ENGAGEMENTS

General Lyndon Buckingham and World President of Women’s Ministries

Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham

Mon 27 May – Mon 3 Jun Indonesia Territory

Wed 12 Jun – Mon 17 Jun USA Western Territory

Chief of the Staff Commissioner Edward Hill and World Secretary for Women’s Ministries Commissioner Shelley Hill Thu 6 Jun – Mon 10 Jun USA Eastern Territory (Commissioning)

Territorial Leaders Commissioners Jenine and Paul Main

Fri 31 May – Sun 2 Jun Warwick (Riverbank Women’s Conference)*

Mon 3 Jun William Booth College (Into Officership seminar)

Mon 10 Jun – Tue 11 Jun Birmingham (SATCoL Conference)** Tue 11 Jun Sunbury Court (Brengle)*

Chief Secretary Colonel Peter Forrest and Territorial Secretary for Leader Development Colonel Julie Forrest

Fri 31 May – Sun 2 Jun Warwick (Riverbank Women’s Conference)***

Sat 8 Jun – Sun 9 Jun Northampton

*Commissioner Jenine Main only **Commissioner Paul Main only *** Colonel Julie Forrest only

NOTICES

Volunteers’ Week

Every day the territory’s dedicated, mobilised force of church members and volunteers helps deliver the Army’s mission to love God and love others. Volunteers’ Week (3–9 June) is a great opportunity to say thank you for all they do and encourage others to get involved. Find resources to thank and recruit volunteers at salvationist.org.uk/volunteering

Website survey: Help improve your salvationist.org.uk experience

Please take five minutes to share your thoughts so that the salvationist.org.uk team can understand your needs and interests better. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and will help inform the development of the website. Please share the survey with friends and family, as well as with corps members via announcements and newsletters. The deadline for taking part is 2 June. Visit salvationist.org.uk/survey. If you have any questions, please contact salvationist@salvationarmy.org.uk

SOUNDS

Sunday Worship

Territorial Environmental Officer Major Heather Poxon leads Sunday Worship for Environment Sunday (2 June). Can’t join us at 11am on Sundays? Catch up with the weekly podcast of highlights, including music, prayer and a Bible message. Each week’s broadcast is also repeated in full on Sundays at 6pm, Mondays at 12am and Thursdays at 9am.

• Listen online at salvationist.org.uk/radio

Sunday Lunch: Reuben’s Pick and Mix

Reuben Dykes (Kidsgrove) serves up the musical side to your Sunday lunch, featuring favourite Salvation Army and Christian music. Listen live at 1pm on Sunday 2 June.

• 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. Can’t tune in at 5pm on Sunday? The episode is repeated in full on Tuesday 4 June at 10am and on Saturday 8 June at 3pm.

• Listen online at salvationist.org.uk/radio

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Saturday 8 June, 7pm, at Uddingston Old Parish Church G71 7HF Concert tickets £10 ticketsource.co.uk/bsab-tickets

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