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FROM THE EDITOR
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4. PAPERS This week’s quotes from the papers and from the archives 5. 8. & 9. NEWS Warrington // London Central // Coedpoeth // Penarth // Maidstone // Winton // Wigton // Cradley Heath // Falmouth Temple // Eccles // Leek // Staple Hill // Boscombe // Winsford // Cramlington // Leeds West Hunslet // 6. & 7. NEWS FEATURE All change for Territorial Music School 8.
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LETTERS
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World changers celebrate 100 years of scouting 14. & 15. FEATURE Natural Church Development 16. The Lord Is Gracious
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16. TRAIN LINES Toy trains for children 17. BIBLE STUDY Willing to play second fiddle
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18. & 19. NEW COMMITMENTS 20. & 21.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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ADVERTS
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THROUGH THE WEEK WITH SALVATIONIST
SCRIPTURE QUOTATIONS Scripture quotations in Salvationist are from the New International Version (2011), unless otherwise stated 2
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FROM THE EDITOR
QUALITY NOT QUANTITY IN February 1910 Robert Baden-Powell wrote to William Booth saying how the Boy Scout Movement had originally been intended to form part of the training of the Boys Brigade but had developed into a separate institution. He described how its aim was ‘to inculcate good citizenship through means which really appeal to boys – teaching, energy, handicrafts, self-reliance, thrift, health and practical charity’. He found that ‘it was being taken up by boys of the lowest class’ and felt that it may be ‘an instrument of possible value for reclaiming some of the youth of the slums’. He wanted to call upon Salvation Army officers for advice in directing policy. Just three years later, the Army’s life-saving scouts – the forerunner of Salvation Army scouts and guides – were formed and they are still alive and well today. In a fastchanging world, so very different from that of a century ago, the scouting movement has survived. When so many other things have come and gone, how is it that scouts and guides still manage to attract young people? In the UK and possibly elsewhere there has been a resurgence of interest to the extent that some groups are now oversubscribed. You may have your own ideas about why this has happened. Could it be that these groups offer the fun, adventure and social interaction so often denied elsewhere, coupled with the opportunity to learn about leadership and responsibility? Recently, I led a church parade service. Even though it was a sunny Sunday morning when the beach or park might have seemed more attractive, the guides were there accompanied by parents and younger siblings and were happy to remain for coffee and a chat afterwards.
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Earlier this month the territory hosted Ignite 2013, an international centenary celebration of Salvation Army scouts and guides. On pages 11 to 13 Major Ruth Clarke gives us a glimpse of what happened and her husband John captured the event in pictures as hundreds of young people from different parts of the world met together at Gilwell Park. Also in this issue Major Noel Wright (THQ) shares the experiences of various corps who are participating in Natural Church Development. It is interesting to see that in some places NCD was initially received with a measure of caution – although in time attitudes changed – whereas in other places it was more readily accepted. Major Wright stresses that it’s all about the natural development that happens when people focus on the quality of corps life and allow God to see to the quantity. Quality rather than quantity – Robert Baden-Powell did not set out to form a great organisation; instead he tried to improve the training of existing boys groups. When William Booth began preaching in East London he hoped that, once saved, people rejected by society would be accepted by the churches. For both of these great men it was about the quality of people’s lives. Possibly this strong guiding principle has helped sustain both movements through the years.
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THIS WEEK’S QUOTES FROM THE PAPERS COPTIC CHURCH UNDER THREAT AS VIOLENCE GROWS ACROSS EGYPT
Violence against Christians in Egypt is increasing, according to the head of the Coptic Church in Britain… Bishop Angaelos… said: ‘In the recent weeks and months there has been an escalation of attacks against Christians in Egypt, with unfounded, dangerous, and unlawful incitement emerging from various fringe Islamist leaders spurring on more violent acts and illegal behaviour that continues to injure and claim the lives of many Egyptian Christians’… A ten-year-old girl, Jessi Boulus, was killed by a single shot to the chest as she walked home from Bible study… The bishop said: ‘Churches across Upper Egypt including Minya, Asyut and Luxor have suffered violent and destructive attacks and serious vandalism, with Christian homes and businesses also set alight… ‘These acts and threats all contribute to a very real risk upon the life of every Christian, especially in the increasingly polarised and inflamed climate in Egypt.’ The Catholic Herald
FRACKING RISKS GOD’S CREATION, SAYS CHURCH
The Church of England has told parishioners that fracking causes environmental problems and risks harming ‘God’s glorious creation’. The warning has been issued to Anglicans in Lancashire, where significant work to extract gas and oil by fracking has been proposed… Conservative ministers are stepping up efforts to promote the technology… as an economic necessity… [But] campaigners and communities are opposing
fracking in several counties, warning that it does environmental harm. The Church leaflet appears to endorse such concerns… its focus is on the potential for lasting environmental damage and urges believers to consider their Christian duty to act as ‘stewards of the Earth’. The Daily Telegraph
CHURCH STAKES ITS CLAIM TO BOUNTY FROM FRACKING
Thousands of landowners face legal action by the Church of England to secure mineral rights that critics claim could lead to dioceses benefiting from fracking. The Land Registry has written to the owners of 500,000 acres across England informing them that the Church Commissioners want to register the mineral rights under their properties. The claim is being made under ancient laws that give ‘lords of the manor’ rights to exploit the earth under property on their former estates… Details of the letter emerged as a senior Church of England bishop weighted into the fracking debate with a warning of ‘questionable consequences, for the present and future’. The Times
CAMERON: SELLING ALL ‘A LITTLE DIFFICULT’
Speaking… at a ‘Cameron Direct’ event, [David] Cameron appeared taken aback when a member of the audience asked: ‘What would your response to Jesus be on his instruction to us to sell all our possessions and give the proceeds to the poor?’… Mr Cameron admitted that he found the instruction… ‘a little bit more difficult… ‘I’m not saying religion is like pick and mix; you just pick the bits you like. But I’ve always felt the strength of the Christian faith is the basic core of moral guidance.’ Church Times
FROM THE ARCHIVES – TEN YEARS ON FORTY-TWO young people and their leaders from SOUTHAMPTON SHIRLEY enjoyed a weekend visit to Ferny Crofts Camp in the New Forest. The young people learnt to make the most of their colourful world and explore different aspects of God’s work from Luke’s Gospel and Acts of the Apostles. The group included brownies and members of the 5-12 junior club. Two children have since attended Sunday school for the first time. The children are pictured displaying collages to illustrate Jesus calming the storm. – J.W. News in ‘Salvationist’ dated 23 August 2003
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Divisional Commander Major Mike Highton, with the Mayor of Warrington (Councillor Peter Carey), officially reopens Warrington hall after an extensive rebuilding project; the new coffee shop and activity space will allow the corps to extend its witness and service
Band divides to lead three meetings COEDPOETH
London Central young people raise £1,000 for Watershed and enjoy fellowship on a sponsored walk along London’s bridges
SUNDERLAND Millfield Band led 90th corps anniversary celebrations, beginning with a varied festival at St Tydfil’s church. An appreciative congregation enjoyed vocal and instrumental solos and highlights that included ‘Laudate Dominum’ and the benediction ‘Perfect Peace’. On Sunday the band divided into three, leading meetings at the host corps, Connah’s Quay and Mold Outreach Centre, followed by an open-air meeting. In the afternoon, worship centred on the message of John 3:16 and the congregation sang a verse of ‘Love Divine’ in Welsh. – A. T.
Penarth and Cardiff Ely Bands unite to play ‘Alderney’ at
Maidstone Band plays at the County Show in Detling; the annual
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NEWS FEATURE All change for Territorial Music School
Ken Waterworth shares with students
BATH Territorial Music School (TMS) was held at Monkton Combe School; two students share their experiences CARMEN WILLIAMS (Bedford Congress Hall) MANY of the students went into the week with an unusual nervousness. A change of venue, staff team and music leaders meant that some felt apprehensive. Another change this year was the addition of cell groups each morning. This time allowed us to reflect, respond and act upon the teaching we had heard in morning worship. After having a fairly structured routine for the past few years, this added some much needed time for rest and reflection in a busy day. Our international guest was Staff Bandmaster Ken Waterworth (Melbourne Staff Band). We enjoyed an evening listening to him speak about his family, occupation and faith. During the week he brought encouragement, both musically and spiritually. Thursday evening worship was an opportunity to reflect on the time we had spent together. Many people shared testimonies about the fellowship they had experienced during the week. At the end of the session we split into groups of friends to pray with and encourage each other to go deeper in our relationship with God. To sum up, TMS 2013 was a week with amazing people, beautiful music and an indescribable God. RYAN NORTHWOOD (Leicester South) AFTER a long year of waiting, TMS 2013 was about to start. The queues for the dreaded auditions gave old friends a chance to catch up since the last time they met, which in some cases was TMS 2012! 6
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After the auditions and first rehearsals were out of the way, a dodgeball tournament took place, giving students an opportunity to mix as a whole group. The tournament brought many hilarious moments, including heavily outnumbered Jonathan Evans (Romford) trying to take on a whole team when he was left stranded in the final. During the week, we received fantastic teaching from Territorial Youth Secretary and Associate Territorial Youth Secretary Majors Mike and Lisa Lloyd-Jones. They encouraged us all to go deeper in our faith and used many different Bible passages to illustrate ways in which we could do this. First rehearsals of the ‘A’ Band and Chorus brought memorable moments. The atmosphere in the superb music room as the ‘A’ Chorus sang through ‘Your Grace Still Amazes Me’ was one to be savoured. Major John Martin (London Central) writes about the final festival held at The Forum IN his opening words of welcome Assistant Territorial Music Director Andrew Blyth remarked that this had been a year of new things: a new venue for the school and final festival, a new Territorial Youth Secretary, new music and, in Bandmaster Ken Waterworth, a new guest from overseas.
The festival commenced with a well-produced, informative and humorous video showing some highlights from TMS and introduced the theme Go Deeper, the spiritual basis of the week. Andrew conducted the Ken Waterworth Band in a new composition ‘Hail The Risen Lord’ (Steven Ponsford) which was followed by the delightful singing by the chorus of ‘Bow The Knee’ led by Songster Leader Sue Blyth (Gainsborough). As well as playing new music, the Ken Waterworth and Jonathan Corry Bands featured repertoire from an earlier era. The reminder that the main responsibility of spiritual leadership is of a pastoral nature prefaced Ken’s choice of ‘Pastoral Symphony’. The beautifully crafted ‘In My Life, Lord,
Be Glorified’ conveyed this optimum. Later in the programme, Bandmaster Jonathan Corry’s introduction to Les Condon’s ‘Song Of The Eternal’ helped the audience appreciate the complexities, subtleties and messages contained in this masterpiece. This band also contributed ‘Jericho’ by Roger Trigg, who was present to hear an enthusiastic reception to his trombone feature. Andrew led the girls’ chorus in his new and evocative arrangement of Bill Hastings’ words ‘He Who Loves The Stars’ followed by ‘Blessed Be The Lord My Strength – Psalm 144’ (Ray Steadman-Allen) led by Sue. Later the chorus contributed ‘Seal Lullaby’ (Kipling/Whitace), ‘Go Down Moses’ (Mark Hayes) with soloist Charlotte Johnson and ‘I Have Seen The Light’ (Machen/Sterling) with soloists Bethany Marsh, Gillian McCredie and Rebecca Winton. Always popular with audience and delegates, the timbrelists, led by Georgie Case, opened the second half of the programme with ‘Él Es El Señor’ (Dean Jones). The mixed-voice ‘A’ Chorus, superbly led by Staff Songster Leader Dorothy Nancekievill, showed excellent technique, diction and style as they essayed their way through the intricacies of ‘Just Like John’ (Norman Bearcroft), the beautiful harmonies of ‘Isaiah 40’ (Bill Himes) and the energetic ‘Boundless’
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(Kevin Larsson). Andrew Wicker (Swindon Citadel), the accompanist, performed heroics all evening! The singing of ‘Come To The Cross’ ( John Martin) evoked a lovely atmosphere and prefaced the way for Major Mike Lloyd-Jones to bring a time of spiritual reflection. The ‘A’ Band, led by Ken, demonstrated a high standard of musicianship and maturity in its playing of ‘Gigue’ (Brian Hogg) and a demanding, but satisfying performance of ‘The Present Age’. The comments from the bandmaster reminded the audience and players that this music is a commentary on the life of a young Christian, portrayed through the judicious use of musical metaphors that describe hope, aspiration, doubt, obstacles, commitment, discipleship, temptation but, ultimately, dedication and service. The benediction, ‘Peace Be With You’ (Pearson/Blyth), sung by the whole school, brought an excellent evening to a perfect close.
Soloist Millie Caffull
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A weekend of witness WINTON BIRMINGHAM Citadel Songsters sang in the busy Bournemouth town centre on the Saturday afternoon of their visit. In the evening they presented a programme supported by the young people’s band. On Sunday the guest section joined the corps for a march of witness through the town, followed by morning worship led by
the visitors’ corps officers Majors Amanda and Stephen White. A ‘sing in’ was held in the afternoon, inviting anyone who loved singing to join in. The response was good with many participating. Later, the guest and host songsters and the corps band united at the bandstand in the Lower Gardens (pictured) to sing and play to the many holidaymakers and those passing through; two former Salvationists were contacted. – G. T.
WEEK 26 Monday 26 August Romans 9 – Paul explains God’s sovereignty in bringing the gospel to Gentiles O v5: the New International Version has footnotes suggesting other ways of phrasing this verse. What is the difference between them and why do you think the translators preferred to write it in this way? O vv30–33: do you know people, groups or churches who rely more on ‘good works’ to be saved rather than faith in Jesus? Tuesday 27 August Romans 10 – ‘Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved’ (v13) O vv14 and 15: is there anyone you know who needs to hear the gospel? Is there any reason why you couldn’t be used by God to tell someone the good news? Wednesday 28 August Romans 11 – The remnant of Israel do you believe God has replaced his relationship with Israel with that of the Church, or will the Jews be ‘grafted back’ into a relationship with God through belief in Jesus Christ? O Is Christianity rooted in Judaism? O What is the primary doctrinal difference between a Jew and a Christian? O vv11–27:
Transformers embark on a journey WIGTON THE Northern Division Transformers discipleship and leadership course kicked off with a residential weekend at Blaithwaite House conference and outdoor activity centre. On Saturday the nine 13 to 18year-olds started with a ghyll scrambling (extreme rock-climbing) team-building exercise in the Lake District and delegates later learnt about leadership and being part of a team. The young 8
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people were introduced to the Transformers course book and learning journal that they will use during the 13-week course. They began to plan a group project and mission day based around Embrace, an international development programme that supports vulnerable children. The group also decided to live below the line – by living off £5 for five days – in support of the project. – M. B.
Thursday 29 August Romans 12 – Hate what is evil; cling to what is good O v2: what is ‘the pattern of this world’? O v11: how do you interpret this verse? Do you ever find yourself lacking in zeal? Friday 30 August Romans 13 – Love is the fulfilment of the Law O vv1–7: should we submit to the authorities even when we disagree with them? O v8: do you think this is financial advice as well as practical and spiritual advice? CRADLEY HEATH: Over-60 Sunshine Club members celebrated Holiday At Home. The day comprised devotions
and activities including beach bingo, a sandcastle building competition, holiday quizzes, a singalong and refreshments. – E. H.
NEWS CRAMLINGTON: Beginning with a strawberry tea on Saturday, corps folk celebrated 29 years’ ministry in the community. Major Donald Montgomery (DHQ) led Sunday worship and spoke about John 3:1–17, reminding the congregation that their lives are rooted in God and their names are written on his hands. – S. Y. MAIDSTONE: The Friday allage youth club kicked off the YP anniversary weekend by raising £100 for youth work. After a beach visit on Saturday, many young people attended the child-friendly meetings on Sunday, led by Cadets Lillian and Rodney Bean. Using the theme Keep Calm And Press On, the young people used their talents to praise and worship God. – G. W.
LEEDS WEST HUNSLET: Majors Alan and Marie Hickman led YP anniversary celebrations using sketches, illusions and a clown. The children received a booklet each, reminding them how much they mattered to God. The YP sections blessed and encouraged the congregations throughout the day, and eightyear-old Aleesha Moyo rounded off the day by thanking the guests for their attendance. – J. M.
A buzzing weekend with Boscombe Songsters FALMOUTH TEMPLE BOSCOMBE Songsters joined the host corps in a march of witness through the town – the first for many years – connecting with many people. Later that day, the visiting songsters led a festival of music. From the opening of ‘Alpha And Omega’ to the benediction
‘May It Be’, their enthusiasm and passion challenged many hearts. On Sunday Boscombe Songsters led a concert and songs of praise in the gardens attended by many people, including former members. To conclude the weekend the united songsters sang ‘The Awakeners’ and ‘Total Praise’. – C. G.
At Leek, Cannock Band joins the corps band in an ecumenical march of witness through the town before returning to the hall for an evening concert
Band marks Independence Day BOSCOMBE IN the beautiful setting of Christchurch Priory, the band presented an evening of music associated with America to mark Independence Day. The march ‘Washington Salute 125’ set the tone. Craig Snell’s strong, full cornet sound filled the vast church as he played ‘Born On The Fourth Of July’. A real buzz went round the
congregation when John Starkes (euphonium) played, at a very brisk tempo, ‘Where I Love To Be’. The band’s playing of ‘Lux Aurumque’ led into a Bible thought from corps officer Major Ray Begley who transposed the Independence theme to remind those present of the need to be ‘dependent on God for all things in their lives’. – R. C.
Inspired by the Big Tidy Up campaign, volunteers from Eccles Corps collect 12 bags of litter and recyclable goods from the recreation ground
STAPLE HILL: A capacity congregation enjoyed Praise And Proms presented by the band, a specially formed festival chorus and guest soloist Andrew Wicker (piano, Swindon Citadel). The evening also paid tribute to General John Gowans; the congregation watched a video clip of his life and the band played a selection from Spirit! The latter part of the evening involved singing and flag waving in a typical proms spirit. The following day the band and songsters presented Praise In The Park. – V. W.
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LETTERS WE NEED CREATIVE INCLUSION I WAS greatly challenged by the words of Commissioner Marianne Adams when she addressed the newly commissioned lieutenants of the Proclaimers of the Resurrection Session during their farewell Sunday at William Booth College. She told them: ‘As long as there are people without salvation the mission is not accomplished.’ I was further challenged by the article entitled, ‘Coffee, conversation and conversion’ (Salvationist 3 August), which gave readers insight into the way various corps are using very different ways of introducing people to the gospel. The editorial in that issue of Salvationist reminded us that we need to be in touch with what’s happening around us, encouraging us to use fresh ways of reaching out to the communities in which we serve in order to proclaim the gospel. I agree wholeheartedly that we should be creative in our thinking when it comes to evangelism and I believe also that we need to make whatever we do inclusive and open to everyone in the communities in which we serve. Given the present economic climate, in which many individuals and families are struggling to survive, we need to ensure that anything we do does not exclude anyone because of the monetary cost involved. While I acknowledge that it is important for fellowships to enjoy informal times together, I also believe we must look outside our halls and centres and determine relevant ways to introduce the gospel to those who have no knowledge of Jesus Christ, and be able to say, in the words of Commissioner Adams: ‘Mission accomplished!’ Kate Cousins, Great Ayton
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SUMMER SCHOOL FESTIVAL WAS UPLIFTING THANK you to the students and staff of the East and West Scotland Divisions’ Summer School for an excellent, uplifting, exciting and joyful final festival. The programme was full of variety and had a clear gospel message. The deportment was of the highest standard, as was the music-making. The evening was well planned with drama, dance, timbrels, brass and vocal items, all presented with enthusiasm. The Salvation Army in Scotland is in safe hands with these enthusiastic and well-trained young people. It was well worth the journey across the border. Howard Evans, Major, Durham
CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS SHOULD NOT BE A CONCERT PERFORMANCE I WAS disappointed with the response from Marketing Resources Manager Vivienne Whitaker (Salvationist 10 August) regarding the Celebrating Christmas event mailshot which had been criticised. My disappointment is that the response clearly shows this event is to be regarded as a performance, and sadly this is what it can become, when it could be so much more. I think it is a real shame that one of the great times in the Christian calendar, when God sent us the greatest gift of all time, is – in the context of this event – not seen or shared as an opportunity for worship, but rather used as a concert
performance. Don’t get me wrong here. I am sure God speaks through the music, drama and spoken word. We attended this event, along with some of our corps folk, three years ago and were disappointed. What we hoped would be an opportunity to share and celebrate this special time as a grand act of worship came over more as a performance – albeit with music and drama of top quality. To my recollection there was no prayer throughout the whole evening – although there were devotional songs shared by the songsters. Everything was applauded, including Scripture readings by celebrities. It could have been helpful at some appropriate points during the evening if someone had politely asked people not to applaud a contribution but instead reflect on the message. What a witness that could be and an opportunity to let folk sense something of the mission behind our music and the creed that lies behind our deeds! Paul says in Romans: ‘I am not ashamed of the gospel.’ We should unashamedly share the wonderful message of Christmas. People support and respect The Salvation Army for who we are, and we should always be proud to proclaim the gospel that lies behind everything we do. Christmas does provide a wonderful opportunity to engage with the public, as Vivienne says, but not just about our work – surely it should also be about the faith that underlines our work! It is on record that William Booth never intended our songsters and bands to be performers, but to be involved in a ministry and mission sharing the gospel with the unsaved. May that long continue wherever, whenever and however Salvationists and friends are engaged in using their time and talents in Jesus’ name. Richard Durrant, Major, Bourne Readers sending letters by email should include their name, full rank if applicable and full postal address O The Editor reserves the right to edit letters or print extracts O Write to Salvationist (Letters), 101 Newington Causeway, London SE1 6BN or email salvationist@salvationarmy.org.uk
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As everyone entered the marquee they were greeted with the music of the camp worship band, led by Matt Leeder (THQ). Major Cooper welcomed everyone and all joined to proclaim ‘Our God Is A Great Big God’, which was sung enthusiastically – with actions! Major Val Mylechreest (THQ) gave the opportunity for every national group to introduce themselves: Australia, Belgium, Canada, Finland, France, Norway, Sweden, The Netherlands, Ukraine – and the large contingent from the host territory. In a videoed greeting, Chief Scout Bear Grylls encouraged everyone to make international friends during the camp. Early in the service, everybody stood to renew their Scout or Guide Promise, which I am happy to say, continues to prioritise doing ‘my duty to God’. Major Cooper reminded everyone that General Bramwell Booth introduced LifeSaving Scouts at Clapton Congress Hall 100 years ago. The first scout troop was at Chalk Farm and the first scout was Robert James. Life-Saving Guards followed in 1915. In 1948 and 1959 respectively, SA scouts and guards in the UK merged with what today is the Scout Association and Girl Guiding UK.
We were told that Catherine Booth, ‘the Army Mother’, used to tuck her children into bed every night, telling them: ‘You were born to change the world.’ Having imparted this little bit of SA history to the campers, it was a great moment when Major Cooper challenged everyone: ‘Are you ready?’ The reply came: ‘We were born ready!’ Again Denise challenged: ‘Ready for what?’ The loud response this time was: ‘We are ready to change the world!’ Fresh from the 2013 High Council, territorial leaders Commissioners Clive and Marianne Adams – appropriately dressed in scouting attire – arrived at lunch time and were eager to hear about the camp. We also greeted their fellow High Council members Commissioners Gerrit and Eva Marseille (IHQ) and Commissioner Marie Willermark (Sweden and Latvia) who visited the camp on Sunday afternoon. As soon as lunch was over, people were running around with tables, equipment, games and goods, rapidly transforming the central space into an international bazaar – market day had arrived! A special currency – Ignite ingots – was created for the event.
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Cakes, candy floss, hot chocolate, face-painting, a ride on the rodeo bull, crafts, Ignite T-shirts and a taste of food from other countries were all to be found. It was a joy to see young people from around the Army world, mingling in such a happy fashion. The territorial leaders enjoyed visiting the stalls, participating in the fun and chatting to everyone with a refreshing informality. Having organised a number of similar events over the years, I fully realise the hard work that goes on behind the scenes. So, full marks to the pastoral, admin and catering teams, Territorial Scout Adviser Neil Bolland (Batley), the service crew and Gary Chadwick (Sittingbourne) and the activities team. We reluctantly left Gilwell Park as everyone was preparing for the evening programme (a campfire, Leaders’ Café and The Zone) and eagerly looking forward to the coming five days – a joyous celebration of SA scouting and guiding. For more information visit www.ignite2013.org
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NATURAL CHURCH DEVELOPMENT Major Noel Wright, who heads up the Mission Development Unit at THQ, shares what Natural Church Development (NCD) is all about and what has happened since it was first adopted by the territory in 2004 with practical outcomes given by corps representatives at the annual NCD conference in July NATURAL Church Development, as the name suggests, is natural in that it aims to grow the Church as God intended. It is an approach to ministry that seeks to release the potential for growth that God has already put in place. The prime focus of NCD is the quality of corps life and the belief that God will see to the quantity. The way it works is that a group of people actively linked to the corps contribute to a survey that identifies the quality of the discipleship. The completed survey is sent through the Mission Development Unit (MDU) to NCD International for the responses to be evaluated. Once the corps has received the evaluation, a group then meets to focus on the minimum factor - an area that is likely to limit healthy growth in the church - and consider how it can be addressed. At the beginning of July a number of corps sent representatives to the NCD annual conference, which supports those who have committed to implementing the principles. Delegates gave the following feedback.
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CAPTAIN ALAN DONALDSON Worcester
IF you had asked us a few years ago about the blessings from NCD, we would have struggled to think of any. A lot of people found the survey difficult to respond to. It also meant that, as the corps officer, I needed to reflect on the findings. It seemed that our barrel of quality characteristics - areas of healthy church growth - was leaking at every opportunity with the minimum factor being Loving Relationships. ‘How could that be our minimum factor?’ was the devastating question we asked ourselves. Since then our corps has started to grow in many ways. We are on a growing journey together supported by NCD. Through what seemed at first to be a negative process, God has affirmed his plan for us. We are seeing new people who meet together to share and learn about God and some are making commitments to membership.
MAJOR SUE TANSLEY Stretford
WHEN I was appointed to the corps seven years ago there were eight people in the congregation. We did not feel we would be closing down and earnestly sought God’s will as to what we were to do. We started a Bible study and prayer group and waited on the Lord. We banned the phrase ‘there are only a few of us’ and looked outwards and upwards. The corps received an introduction to NCD and our initial response was that this was exactly what we were looking for. After attending some training, we conducted the first survey in 2008. By this time there were 13 of us and it proved that quantity is not everything because we were quite healthy as a fellowship, but we looked at what we could do to improve. We found NCD to be an inspiring way to develop our corps. People have found new depths to their faith and are feeling more confident about using their spiritual gifts. We are excited about what God has in store for the future.
Pictured from bottom left: Lieut-Colonel Henrik Andersen (Denmark) speaks about NCD; small groups; delegates share experiences; Major Noel Wright leads the conference in worship
MAJOR NIGEL SCHULTZ Barking
THE corps is one of the oldest in the territory celebrating its 140th anniversary this year. I have served as corps officer for almost ten years and have been looking at how to bring natural development to a corps that had been getting smaller for most of the 20th century. The survey has been an excellent measuring tool to explore the needs of our worshipping community. ANDY BROADLEY Grimsby
NCD is now into its fourth year at the corps and we recently completed a third survey. During that time there has been a consistent rise in results. The gap between the strongest and weakest areas has reduced – an indication of increasing quality. For the first two years we had the same minimum factor which was Effective Structures, or communication. We worked hard at that and put new things in place. We now know when the leaders meet and we have a weekly newsletter, a corps prayer diary and a better understanding of who is doing what in the corps. The third survey brought a new minimum factor of Holistic Small Groups, which we will work on and develop in the coming year. We also looked at the area of Gift Based Ministry and in February we held a day course aimed at discovering our spiritual gifts. Most people in the corps now understand and feel part of the NCD
process. As our quality has increased, we are seeing the first green shoots of numerical growth as well. CAPTAIN IAN EMERY Motherwell
WHEN the corps completed its first survey the minimum factor was Empowering Leadership, which was initially difficult to accept. Perhaps the most important step was when the leadership publicly accepted the result and committed to do better. They determined to devote at least half of any leadership meeting to addressing the issue and asked for the prayers of the corps. From that moment things began to change. A survey of gifts, talents and passions led to a covenant service offering them back to God. This enabled the leadership to discover where people wanted to be released into ministry and gave members an opportunity to commit. We have now completed a second survey and will be considering Loving Relationships. This time the reaction to the minimum factor was quite different.
corps members. Since then there has been significant growth in the young people’s ministry. We are now focusing attention on the various individual groups that make up the fellowship. We want the groups to reflect that Jesus cares about the whole person. Corps leaders are considering the holistic nature of their groups. We have a proactive NCD health team which meets on a bi-monthly basis. The team are looking to implement a chaplaincy/lay pastorbased mission to the external groups who use the hall facilities. A men’s fellowship programme has been initiated and two additional house group fellowships have been set up, all based on holistic principles of friendship, care and spiritual support. O Further details about NCD are available from the Mission Development Unit. Call 020 7367 4935 or email mission.development @salvationarmy.org.uk
WAYNE JOHNSON Hadleigh Temple
WE are in our third year of NCD. Since its implementation the fellowship has become engaged with the concept and processes of continuous improvement. Empowering Leadership was the original minimum factor when we considered the potential of younger
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REVIEW AND TRAIN LINES
CHALLENGING, ENTERTAINING, INSPIRING Bandmaster Stuart Hall (Maidenhead) reviews The Lord Is Gracious by Sheffield Citadel Band SLEEVE notes with this CD remind us of the mission of Salvationist musicians: ‘To bring glory to God and to make him known.’ Bandmaster Keith Wileman and Sheffield Citadel Band have set out to achieve this by presenting a selection of music typically presented in one of their festivals. The lively opener ‘Make His Praise Glorious’ makes a positive start, displaying bright, tight playing. Matthew Ingram prayerfully brings a beautiful arrangement of Schumann’s ‘Träumerei’, effortlessly presenting the splendour of a slow melody on the euphonium, followed by Oliver Ridley (soprano cornet) giving a healthy rendition of ‘The Higher Plane’. Adrian Wileman (principal cornet) and Paul Wileman (Eb bass), play ‘The Beauty Of The Barley Field’
and ‘Celestial Morn’, respectively. Adrian displays a warm sound as he masters the reflective style of this delightful Korean melody. Paul, on the other hand, takes us on a nostalgic trip to arguably the biggest, best and perhaps most difficult tuba solo in our journals, which he plays with ease. Lighter items ‘Joyful Joyful’ and ‘Dance Like David’ are joined with a dazzling, foot-tapping arrangement of ‘Breezing Down Broadway’. Contemplative items include ‘Who Is He?’, ‘The Lord Is Gracious’ and the charming ‘Hine E Hine’. A band concert is not complete without a march and there are two: ‘Vanguard’ and the band’s signature tune ‘Sheffield Citadel’. The major work ‘Glorifico Aeternum’ stretches the band not only technically but
TOY TRAINS FOR CHILDREN Major Val Mylechreest helps us keep on track OH my – this is a most difficult Train Lines to write! You see, I love children. I think they are one of God’s best ideas. I adore my own children and am very blessed to have grandchildren – and I love them all. Each one is unique, significant and amazing – as God intended. I love the innocence of children, the joy, the down-to-earth nature, the honesty, the naughtiness and, yes, even the tears and the tantrums. They are little bundles of Godliness – here to make our world a better place. Unless, of course, they are taking up a seat on the train! Therein lies my problem. By virtue of their size and, more to the point, the fact that they don’t have to pay to travel on the Underground – should they be allowed a seat to themselves? Before you close this paper in shock and horror (or pick up a pen to write to the Editor), please (especially my friends in the Children’s Ministries Unit) hear me out. My simple question is, when the train is crowded, should children be encouraged to take up a seat when other people 16
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also in stamina to achieve the full sound demanded by the composer, which it maintains. The band’s playing is clear and vibrant throughout. The balance of sound gives me the impression that microphones were too close to some players, which creates an impression of a smaller ensemble playing. I would have liked to have heard a larger ambience creating an even bigger atmosphere on the larger works. The ‘concert’ concludes with the band singing ‘Jude’s Benediction’. This is an entertaining, challenging and inspirational band festival and I say Amen to that. The Lord Is Gracious is available from SP&S at £13.95 (plus £2.95 postage and packing)
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BIBLE STUDY
Willing to play second fiddle Major Howard Webber concludes his three-part Old Testament series
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AUL continued struggling on as a rejected king. He struggled to be something he wasn’t. He became jealous, insecure and unable to stand by while someone else was praised more than himself (1 Samuel 18:7–9). The rest of 1 Samuel tells the sad story of a man who would not be broken. Though on occasions he declared, ‘I have sinned’ (15:24; 26:21), and accompanied his confession with sorrow, there was never any real repentance. He still refused to accept God’s verdict. We might confess our sin when we are caught and unable to deny the facts. We may confess it and seek forgiveness because we fear the consequences of what we have done. But in both cases we can lack a real regret and abhorrence at the thought of what we have done to God and man, and be lacking the truly humble and contrite heart that God desires. Despite what he said, Saul tragically lacked that heart and was never going to relinquish the throne. Relinquishing the favoured spot, the influential position, the top seat at the table for another better than ourselves, is not easy. He who ‘made himself nothing’ (Philippians 2:7) told his followers to ‘take the lowest place’ when they were invited to a wedding feast (Luke 14:10). Paul says: ‘Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves’ (Philippians 2:3). God says: ‘These are the ones I look on with favour: those who are humble and contrite in spirit, and who tremble at my word’ (Isaiah 66:2).
In Saul’s son, Jonathan, we see a contrast. He had that humble and contrite heart that God loves. By natural inheritance, Jonathan should have been his father’s successor as king. In those days, anyone likely to claim the throne would have been his enemy. But when David destroyed Goliath, he not only saved Saul – he also saved Jonathan. Immediately after Goliath’s death, ‘Jonathan became one in spirit with David, and he loved him as himself’ (1 Samuel 18:1). This is how it should be between us who are saved and the Saviour.
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Jonathan gave David ‘the robe he was wearing... along with his tunic, and even his sword, his bow and his belt’ (v4). This surrender symbolised Jonathan’s love and commitment to David. Also out of his love for David he made a covenant with him (v3). David had taken his life in his hands when he killed Goliath and saved Jonathan. Jonathan was eternally grateful. He would do anything for David – even when it resulted in his father venting all his fury on him. Saul could not understand his son’s relationship with David: ‘As long as the son of Jesse lives on this earth, neither you nor your kingdom will be established’ (20:31). But Jonathan recognised that David was God’s choice, and was willing to surrender any claim he might have made to gladly
accept second place: ‘My father Saul will not lay a hand on you. You shall be king over Israel, and I will be second to you’ (23:17). If only Jonathan’s father had been of like mind and spirit, willing to play second fiddle to David! If only he had accepted God’s verdict and relinquished the throne and placed himself under David’s sovereignty, how different life would have been for him! Following God’s rejection, Saul was king in name only and lived a miserable life trying to be something he was not. We are all flops and failures. None of us is what God desires us to be. Nor can we be. For many Christians, life is all struggles – read Paul’s experience in Romans 7:7–25 – rather than the rich life Christ promised us. The key to this conundrum is Calvary. Like our master, we too must die so that he can take our place and live his life through us. FOR REFLECTION Saul, do we mean too much to ourselves? O When we say ‘sorry’ are we truly repentant? O Is our life about us struggling, or is Christ living his life through us? O Like
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8. HARRIET ANYON Junior soldier SALE CORPS officer Major Aubrey Draycott enrolled Harriet who is pictured with her mother, Young People’s Sergeant-Major Julia Anyon. – E. Y. 9. JODIE HIETT Junior soldier HARLOW JODIE has attended the corps for some time along with her sister. She decided she wanted to become a junior soldier and follow Jesus. Corps officer Major Glenda Holifield enrolled Jodie, who was supported by members of her family. – P. H. 10. MARJORIE BOSTOCK, PETER BOSTOCK Adherent members ENFIELD WHILE Christmas shopping last year, Peter and Marjorie listened to the band playing carols. They accepted an invitation to a carol service and, as well as joining the midweek activities, have not missed a Sunday since. – A. F. 11. BETTY TAYLOR Soldier SOMERCOTES WHEN Betty’s husband, Alan, was invited to attend a Sunday meeting, he suggested that she might like to go along as she had been a uniformed Salvationist some years ago. On her return to the Army, Betty engrossed herself in corps activities and decided to attend recruits classes. She testified that the Lord had given her fresh purpose,
meaning and direction for her life. She is pictured (centre) with her sisters, Brenda and Janet. – T. C. 12. JANET MADDOX Adherent member CARNFORTH AFTER attending the corps Revive women’s fellowship for more than a year, Janet accepted the invitation to attend Sunday worship. Janet was welcomed as an adherent member by corps officer Captain Angela Tucker, who is pictured (right) with her and Majors Margaret and Malcolm Watkins (leader of Revive). – M. W. 13. RUSSELL ANSELL Adherent member MARGATE RUSSELL went to the corps after being invited to attend by a friend. As he was welcomed into the fellowship by corps officer Major Thea Wood, Russell spoke of the warm welcome and love shown to him by corps members. – A. B. 14. JASON MAWUNDULA, EMMA PIKE Junior soldiers SWINDON CITADEL JASON and Emma were enrolled by corps officer Captain Lynley Oliver during a YP anniversary meeting; prayer partners knelt at the mercy seat with them. Jason’s parents transferred to the corps from Zimbabwe. Emma, an enthusiastic member of children’s activities at the corps, has attended the Army with her family since she was born. – K. S.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS ARMY PEOPLE APPOINTED Effective 18 July: O Captain Stephen Mayo, additional appointment, Divisional Candidates Officer, South and Mid Wales Effective 8 August to 7 November: O Territorial Envoy Linda Downward, Associate Officer, Longton and Stoke-on-Trent Effective 29 August: O Lieut-Colonel Barbara Tucker, Chaplain, Greenock Floating Support Service, Social Services, Programme Service, THQ Effective 5 September: O Majors Leon and Susan Dean, Service Managers, City Road Lifehouse, Newcastle, Social Services, Programme Service, THQ Effective 1 October: O Major Clive Shead, Chaplain, Booth Centre Lifehouse, Southampton, Social Services, Programme Service, THQ Effective 10 October: O Territorial Envoy Colin Hanover, Buckie Effective 31 October: O Major Mary Bullock, Nottingham Aspley O Captain Matthew Elsey, Newark O Majors Joanna and Timothy Justice, Nottingham Arnold MARRIAGES O CYS/Bandsman/Songster
Andrew Doust (Gloucester) to Holly Benson at Norwich Citadel by Captains Emma and Mark Scott O Marc Briggs to Sarah Laing at Sunderland Millfield by Major Stephen Naylor
WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES Diamond: O Jack and Mary Holt, Hinckley (5 September) O Ron and Clara Fisher, Doncaster (5 September) O B/S/Reservist Raymond and Songster Florence Atkins, Camborne (29 August) DEDICATED TO GOD May, daughter of Shaun Cressy and Liz Redman, at Dunstable by Major Carol Evans O Amy Grace, daughter of Territorial Envoys Martyn and Susan Jackson (Nottingham Meadows), at Coventry City by Captain Mike Harris (USA Southern) O Evie
BEREAVED Audrey Briggs, Pontefract, of her husband Stan O Captain Margot Walford, Stamford, of her mother Ruth Clarke O Joy Murphy and Lorraine Groom, both Hinckley, of their mother Joyce Broadhurst O Alistair Plenderlieth, Stockton, of his mother O Major Phyllis Thomas, of her sister Nora Richings O CSM
PROMOTED TO GLORY Brigadier Grace Fowler from North Walsham on 9 August O Vera Smith, Reading Central O Lily Cartner, Newcastle City Temple O Dennis Camp, L’Islet O Rtd BM George Robinson, Gloucester O Mrs
ENGAGEMENTS GENERAL ANDRÉ COX AND COMMISSIONER SILVIA COX: O Australia Eastern, Wed 4 Sep - Mon 9 O Indonesia, Mon 9 - Tu 17 O New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga, Fri 20 - Mon 23 THE TERRITORIAL COMMANDER (COMMISSIONER CLIVE ADAMS) AND COMMISSIONER MARIANNE ADAMS: O Yorkshire (installation of divisional leaders), Wed 28 Aug O North Western (installation of divisional leaders), Sat 31 O Reading Central, Sun 8 Sep O New Horizons (Skegness), Wed 11 - Th 12 O Luton, Sat Sun 15 THE CHIEF SECRETARY (COLONEL DAVID HINTON) AND COLONEL SYLVIA HINTON: O Edinburgh Gorgie, Sat Sun 25 Aug O New Horizons (Skegness), Fri 6 Sep - Mon 9 O Risca, Sat Sun 15 COMMISSIONER WILLIAM COCHRANE: O Switzerland, Global Christian Forum Committee meeting, Sun 8 Sep - Wed 11 COMMISSIONERS LALZAMLOVA AND NEMKHANCHING: O India South Eastern, Th 5 Sep - Sat 7 O India Western, Sun 8 - Sat 14 COMMISSIONER FLORENCE MALABI: O Ghana, Th 29 Aug - Sun 2 Sep COMMISSIONER JOHN WAINWRIGHT: O Papua New Guinea, Wed 21 Aug - Sat 24 O Singapore, Malaysia and Myanmar, Sat 24 - Mon 26
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TRIBUTES MRS DOROTHY HAYES, WELWYN GARDEN CITY BORN to Salvationist parents at Hemsworth, Yorkshire, in 1918, Dorothy Davies was converted early and followed her sister to the training college. After some years of officer service, in wartime she worked as a nurse in the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force. After marrying David, she moved to Welwyn Garden City and had two daughters, Gillian and Wendy. Dorothy and her husband served as envoys at Welwyn and Hertford. Retiring from this role, she became corps secretary at Welwyn and was known for her devoted Christian service and encouragement of others. Although nursing home care and memory problems prevented her attendance in latter years, Dorothy still loved to talk of the Saviour and sing choruses with great joy. – B. H.
RETIRED CORPS TREASURER HAROLD (JAMES) CARPENTER, SOUTHPORT JIM was born into a Salvationist family at Wealdstone. Soon after leaving school he enlisted in the RAF as a signaller and met Freda. They married in 1944. After the war Jim worked for Kodak in Harrow and later in Liverpool, where he and Freda became active members at Liverpool Walton. A house move prompted the couple to transfer to Southport, where Jim was appointed corps treasurer in 1977 and served in this position for many years. Widowed several years ago, Jim was promoted to Glory at the age of 91. He would have been pleased that his funeral service was conducted by his grandson, Lieutenant Karl Carpenter. – G. M.
SONGSTER MRS CHRISTINA MCFARLANE, SLEAFORD BORN to officers at Dewsbury in 1932, Christina lived in many places before settling at Brighton Congress Hall, where she was a
songster and singing company leader; she married Neville in 1957. Their daughter Jane was born at Chesterton, and Isobel at Sleaford. In addition to devoting herself to her family, Chris wrote a monthly prayer diary, led junior singers and contributed poetry recitals to enhance worship. Her ‘family’ extended beyond biological boundaries; her sympathetic ear, gentle sense of humour and a gift for the appropriate word made her a natural confidante and ‘mother of the corps’. Having survived two earlier illnesses, Chris fought bravely against her recent cancer and her faith remained as constant as her smile. – N. M./I. M.
JOHN (JACK) CORRY, BELFAST TEMPLE BORN in Belfast in 1923, Jack volunteered for service in the Royal Navy at the age of 20. He married Margaret from Paisley Citadel, sharing 67 happy years together serving God. A keen bandsman, Jack is remembered for his thrilling tenor horn renditions of ‘Maoriland’ and ‘The Old Rustic Bridge’. He held the positions of bandmaster, deputy bandmaster, deputy songster leader and YP band leader. Passionate about music, he was invited to present a weekly band programme for a local radio station. He also developed a tape ministry from his home recording studio and mended brass instruments as part of his service. Recently awarded the Arctic Star and Arctic Emblem for wartime service, Jack has now been called to higher service. – I. C.
MRS JOY TOPPING, BICESTER JOY grew up in the Army in Tavistock and served briefly as an officer from the Pioneers Session. She soldiered with her husband and two sons at Bedford Congress Hall before family tragedy and a change of circumstances took her north, first to Sale and then to Stockport Citadel. An active Salvationist, Joy often accepted local officer responsibility including young people’s sergeant-major at Bedford and home
league secretary at Stockport. Her last move was to Bicester. Joy had an engaging personality and her strong faith was the rock that supported her and her family through some dark experiences, not least her own final illness. Her many friends join her family in thanking God for her bright influence and firm trust in his eternal love. – C. P.
MRS WINIFRED GOODSON, WATFORD WINNIE was born in 1927 and attended the Army with her parents. Qualifying as a nurse shortly before marrying Bramwell in 1950, Winnie was a dedicated mother to their four children – Kathleen, Robert, Andrew and Judith – raising them single-handedly following her husband’s death in 1961. Winnie’s faith was her strength, carrying her through many difficult periods. Following a time of depression, she was encouraged to write poetry. This led to a wonderful ministry, which brought encouragement and blessing to many. A quiet and gracious lady, Winnie showed her deep love for God wherever she went. During association with Hemel Hempstead, St Albans and Watford, at various times she was a songster and home league secretary. – P. H.
MRS MONICA STANFORD, CHELTENHAM CITADEL BORN at Deal in 1925, Monica first attended the Army with her brothers and sisters. She met her husband Stanley, a bandsman, during war evacuation to Cheltenham. They married on a snowy day in December 1942. Monica loved her two sons and two daughters and was devoted to her husband, who was promoted to Glory in 1977. She also loved music and enjoyed listening to the band and songsters in worship, but most of all she loved God. Her faith was uncomplicated; she was a practical person,
not afraid to roll up her sleeves and get the job done. Now reunited with Stanley, this lovely mother, nan and great-nan is sadly missed by her family and friends. – K. S.
VICTOR BRIGHTY, CHELMSFORD VIC was born to a Salvationist family near Wisbech in 1923. After wartime service with the RAF in Burma and South Africa, he spent his working life as a train driver. In 1947 he married Margaret and they had two children, Marilyn and Peter. Margaret died while in her fifties, but Vic later found new happiness in his marriage to Violet, with whom he shared 27 years. Moving to Chelmsford in 1968, he is remembered as a loyal and committed soldier and bandsman – invariably reliable and a great encourager of his colleagues. He was a fine Christian gentleman who lived in accordance with Christian values and was upheld throughout his life by his faith. – R. C.
FRED PRICE, BIRMINGHAM CITADEL BORN in 1924, Fred was brought up in the corps by Salvationist parents. His boyhood artistic gifts soon became apparent. During wartime military service, he met and married Marjorie. They recently celebrated 66 years of happy family life together. After service in Cairo Red Shield Band, Fred returned to civilian life and his artistic talents were effectively used in the corps as a bandsman, torchbearer secretary and young people’s sergeant-major. Young people from those days thank God for his Christian influence. Fred had a great sense of fun, and is remembered as one of the corps characters. His health deteriorated during the past year, and he is now with the Lord, whom he loved and served so well. – F. C.
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Through the week with ‘Salvationist’ – a devotional thought for each day Saturday
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If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. (1 Corinthians 13:1)
Love has a language, all its own making, Voiced in its giving, love gives its best; Instant and constant with joy whilst awaking, Tells its own story – love stands the test. (SASB 51)
Love divine, all loves excelling, Joy of Heaven, to earth come down, Fix in us thy humble dwelling, All thy faithful mercies crown. Jesus, thou art all compassion, Pure, unbounded love thou art; Visit us with thy salvation, Enter every longing heart. (SASB 438)
Sunday Though in declaring Christ to the sinner, I may all men surpass, If love impassioned seal not the message, I am naught but sounding brass. (SASB 530)
Monday Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonour others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. (1 Corinthians 13:4 and 5)
Wednesday Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. (1 Corinthians 13:6-8)
Friday And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. (1 Corinthians 13:13)
Praying around the world… South America West The territory includes Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador and Peru where many people live below the poverty line. The Salvation Army is involved in education, social and medical work including several hospitals, such as the Harry Williams Hospital in Bolivia. Prayer is needed for those who decide how to use funds in an area where there is so much need, coupled with natural disasters such as earthquakes.
Sunset near Didcot Power Station. Picture: NORMAN LOCKYER