Announcements 24 and

Lieut-Colonel Eirwen Pallant,

Personnel Service, THQ Major Fiona Partland, West Scotland

DHQ Major Carol Pearce, Ashington and

Newbiggin-by-the-Sea Major Eric Pearce, Ashington and

Newbiggin-by-the-Sea Major Andrew Richards, Regional

Chaplaincy Officer, Scotland and

Ireland Region Major Julian Rowley, Chesterton and

Newcastle-under-Lyme Major Alec Still, Portsmouth Citadel and Southern DHQ Major Andrea Still, Portsmouth Citadel Major Carol Whybrow, Wickford Major Martin Whybrow, Wickford 35 years Major Yvonne Andrews, Morriston Major Gary Chatburn, Hednesford Major Rosemary Chatburn,

Hednesford Major Edwina Cussen, Chaplain,

Willow House LH, Reading Major Cheryl Davies, Yeovil Major Neil Davies, Yeovil Colonel Julie Forrest, IHQ Major Linda Herbert, South East DHQ Major Terri Holdroyd, Dumfries Major David Howarth, Nigeria

Territory Major Janet Howarth, Nigeria

Territory Major Rena Litchfield, Kettering Citadel Major Inga Longmore, North West

DHQ Major Beth Maddern, Reading Central Major Sally McBride, Belfast North Major Sarah Murray, Hemel

Hempstead Major Valerie Mylechreest, South

London DHQ Major Kevin Pooley, Communications

Service, THQ Major Paul Scott, Woodford Major Diane Watson, Welwyn Garden

City Major Stephen White, Devon and

Cornwall DHQ Major David Wing, Bellshill and

Chaplain, Glasgow Airport Major Graham Wood, Belfast

Sydenham 50 years Major James Williams, Chelsea

ANTHONY COTTERILL

Commissioner Territorial Commander

TRIBUTES

CAPTAIN EILEEN HOBBINS

EILEEN O’Loughlin was born in 1938 in Devon. At eight years of age she committed her life to Christ, showing this faith through her work in a children’s home and while nursing.

She worked with Operation Mobilisation between 1963 and 1965 and served in many countries such as Turkey, Syria and Israel, travelling in lorries and sleeping in fields so she could spread the word of God. Between 1965 and 1967, she continued this work as a Christian worker at Catterick Camp’s Sandes Soldier’s Home.

Soon afterwards she met Ray Hobbins, a British Army bandsman who was soon to be her husband. They had two sons, JohnMark and Peter, who were born in Germany while Ray was in service there.

Eileen supported Ray when he left the British Army to join the Salvation Army Men’s Social Services ministry at the Southampton hostel, where Ray, Eileen and the boys lived for some years. The family then moved to North Walsham Eventide care home where she was loved and appreciated by residents and staff members.

This was followed by corps appointments at Littleport and Soham, March, Bargoed, Tenby and finally Aberystwyth, where they stayed following Ray’s retirement.

Eileen retired in 2003, having devoted her life to Jesus. All who knew her would describe her as one of the most cheerful and faithful people they had ever met.

She was brave, compassionate and gracious. She was always smiling and giving all glory to Jesus, keeping her faith strong throughout her life, always caring for others no matter what the circumstances were. She was an inspiration to all as a daughter, sister and wife. She had poor health in later life and was promoted to Glory on 28 December 2021. – JH

COMMISSIONER JAMES OSBORNE OF

RECIPIENT of the Order of the Founder Commissioner James Osborne (USA Southern Territory) was promoted to Glory from his home in Clearwater, Florida, on 12 May.

James was born in Toledo, Ohio, in 1927. He married Ruth Campbell in 1945 and they entered the School for Officer Training, USA Southern Territory, in 1946 as cadets in the Warriors session.

Following their commissioning, James and Ruth were appointed as corps officers to Nashville, Tennessee. The first 18 years of their officership were spent in corps ministry in Memphis, Tennessee; Owensboro, Kentucky; Chattanooga, Tennessee and Miami, Florida.

From 1965 to 1980 James received administrative appointments in five divisions and served as territorial public relations secretary.

In 1980, with the rank of colonel, James was appointed as chief secretary, USA Western Territory, where he remained until 1984, when he was appointed national chief secretary. In 1986, the now Commissioner James Osborne was appointed territorial commander, USA Southern, followed by his appointment as national commander in 1989. He entered retirement from this appointment in 1993.

Commissioner Ruth Osborne was promoted to Glory in March 2017. In August 2018, James married Lieut-Colonel Shirley Anderson.

Commissioner Osborne was widely recognised for his leadership skills, being listed in Who’s Who in Religion and Who’s Who in America and being awarded an honorary Doctor of Public Service degree by Gordon College in Wenham, Massachusetts in 1991.

Commissioners James and Ruth Osborne were admitted to the Order of the Founder in 2014. The citation reads: ‘For extraordinary leadership rendered to The Salvation Army in the United States. This award is given to two individuals who continuously managed to raise the standard of service by exhibiting a high degree of guidance, empowerment and clarity of mission both as active officers and in retirement.’ – AR

Birmingham 15–17 July

Together 2022, with the theme Love God, Love Others, is shaping up to be a fantastic weekend of worship, celebration and dedication.

There will be something for everyone, including Bible study, sports, children’s activities, youth events, seminars, worship and music and the Commissioning of the Messengers of Reconciliation.

Events are at the International Convention Centre unless otherwise indicated

Friday – Together in Concert

5pm Prayer walk starting at Birmingham Citadel 8pm Together in Concert at The Rep Theatre (Sold out)

Saturday – Together in Community

9am Parkrun at Cannon Hill 10.30am Bible study at The Rep Theatre 1–5pm Workshops, foyer concerts and seminars at the ICC and The Rep Theatre 1-5pm Busking and sports in Brindley Place 1-5pm Marketplace, inflatables and SP&S 6-10pm Together in Worship – three sessions with short intervals in between

Sunday – Together in Covenant

10am Together Children – registration at the ICC, programme starts 10.30am 10.30am Together in Covenant – Commissioning 1pm Foyer concert 3pm All Together

Don’t miss out on this great weekend and please keep the event, the cadets and all those leading us in your prayers as we prepare to explore what it means to Love God, Love Others together.

For a flavour of what to expect and to book tickets go to

salvationist.org.uk/events/together22

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RECRUITING NOW RECRUITING NOW

COMMUNITY PROGRAMME MANAGER

EASTBOURNE

Key responsibilities:

Support the mission of the corps by meeting the needs of the local community, showing them the love of Jesus and leading them to a loving relationship with God – and lead regular worship and prayer sessions. Work with the corps officers and corps leadership team to identify community needs and develop relevant centre activities. Oversee the day-to-day operation of the community centre’s activities in line with relevant legislation, best practice and the aims and policies of The Salvation Army. Continually plan, monitor and evaluate to ensure the delivery of a high-quality service for members of the community. Provide a safe and welcoming environment for all members of the community where they can engage with centre activities and receive support with a wide range of practical and spiritual needs. Promote and oversee the provision of rooms for hire, setting up of rooms and activities as required. Support compliance with all safeguarding policies, procedures and practices as appropriate. Oversee the provision of food parcels and other forms of practical support, working within agreed policies and procedures. Market and promote community services and activities, and work to develop the centre’s profile within the community. Assist with updating the centre’s website and social media as appropriate. Seek funding from local trusts and authorities.

The successful candidate(s) will be able to demonstrate:

A willingness to work within and be an enthusiastic advocate for our Christian ethos and values in the community Experience of leading worship, providing spiritual guidance and pastoral support Experience of developing effective church and community projects and activities for a diverse range of participants The ability to prioritise, organise and manage a busy workload to meet objectives Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence others and develop effective working relationships with colleagues, project participants and external stakeholders Experience of using IT and working with software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and email programmes An awareness of relevant safeguarding matters

This role has an occupational requirement that the successful candidate must be a committed and practising Christian and will be in sympathy with the doctrines of The Salvation Army and supportive of its purposes, aims and objectives.

SALARY

£24,994 per annum

WORKING HOURS

Minimum of 35 hours per week (some evenings and weekends)

CONTRACT Permanent

DETAILS

25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time); a contributory pension scheme; season ticket loan; an employee assistance programme

CLOSING DATE Sunday 5 June

INTERVIEW DATE

To be confirmed

As a disability confident scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

For further details and to apply please visit: salvationarmy.org.uk/jobs

Appointment subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK and enhanced DBS disclosure check. CVs will not be accepted. Promoting equality in the workplace.