NEW COMMITMENTS Editor’s note In-person meetings were held in accordance with Army safety guidance at the time.
STAPLEFORD Three boys were enrolled as junior soldiers by corps officer Major Jayne Nicoll. They were supported by family and friends. Pictured are Alfie and William. – FT
RHYL Janet Fitch, Toni Barham and Shirley Dickinson were welcomed as adherents by corps officer Major Chris Davidson. Janet and Shirley began attending meetings after an invitation from a corps member and Toni started attending after volunteering in the charity shop. All three thanked the corps for the warm welcome. – CD
Picture: Karen Reid
GATESHEAD Martin and Lenicka Keles were enrolled as soldiers by Divisional Commander Major David Burns, with Major Kathryn Blowers (Armáda Spásy, Margate with Gravesend) providing translation. Martin and Lenicka testified to the continued call of God upon their lives and their belief that God was leading them to this further step in their walk with him. They have been supported by friends from other churches and the pastoral care from corps officer Lieutenant Tony Kakande and the fellowship of the corps. There was a rich mixture of cultures and denominations present for the enrolment as well as worship from the music sections and Roma praise group. Martin and Lenicka were also supported by family members and friends from the Roma community, who will be hosted by the corps for their worship meetings, joining with the corps on occasion to share together. Martin and Lenicka are pictured with Divisional Leader for Leader Development Major Gillian Burns, Major David and Lieutenant Tony. – DB
EDINBURGH GORGIE In an atmosphere of celebration, corps officer Major Marian Parker enrolled three junior soldiers, Emma, Christine and Eilidh. They were supported by family, friends and corps members, who publicly promised to support them in prayer. The junior soldier’s promise was featured throughout the meeting, challenging everyone present. – LC READING WEST Lesley Clark was welcomed as an adherent by corps officer Lieutenant Portia Stirling-Mack. Lesley knew without a doubt that she wanted to give her life to God completely. After suffering with earache for a long time she asked Jesus to heal her when she couldn’t sleep one night. She fell asleep immediately and in the morning the earache had completely gone. She testified to the amazing love of God and how grateful she was for the welcome she received when she walked through the hall doors for the first time. Lesley felt like she had a new family and gave glory to God for his goodness to her. – PS-M COVENTRY CITY Michael Daley was enrolled as a soldier by corps officer Major Andrew Spivey. Michael testified that he struggled without purpose and direction in life for many years. Without any intention of becoming a Christian, he saw someone giving their testimony online five years ago and this opened a new way forward. After further searching Michael attended a church and received Jesus as his saviour. He eventually started attending the corps, where he became an adherent. He felt convicted to make a deeper commitment and sign the Soldier’s Covenant. He is pictured with Major Andrew and Flag Sergeant Richard Thomson. – VS Salvationist 26 March 2022
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