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T I D I N G S In this Issue Big Collection
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Comedy Hall
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Prayers
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A “Testimony”
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Future Dates
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Word Search
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Sudoko
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Corps Retreat
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Flower List
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Community Update
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News from the (shop) Front
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Recipe
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Corps Retreat Highlights
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Gardening Tips
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Link DVD
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Tribute Jo Cridland
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Window on My World
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Corps BBQ
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Corps Psalm
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Core Groups
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Corps Psalm
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FROM THE C.O’S DESK I have been greatly encouraged in recent days to find more and more people wanting to read God’s word. But not only do they have a renewed passion for reading and applying scripture, they want to share it with one another too. For me, I’ve been enjoying my daily SOAP readings (see Wayne Codeiro’s book Divine Mentor, to find out more!) and I’ve found that God is really encouraging me and giving me direction at the moment. Over the past week or two I’ve felt that God has given me a word for people at Woking Corps, but I’ve struggled to know whether to share it or not. I’ve worried that it is just Debbie’s thinking and not God’s. As I’ve sought God’s guidance on this, it made me wonder, how often does God give us a word for somebody but we are a little hesitant to share it - Is it really from God? Is it just me being silly? What will people think? Throughout scripture we read of people who willingly tell others what God has told them. Ezekiel 37 is a great story of how effective sharing God’s word with one another can be. God tells Ezekiel to share his words and in verse 10 we read, “So I spoke the message as he commanded me, and breath entered them; they came to life and stood up on their feet – a vast army”. Let’s be bold and courageous for God. If God is
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prompting us to share something with someone, then share it. Ok, we might get it wrong from time to time, but by allowing mistakes to happen, we will make space for the encouragement and blessings to be had in abundance.
Is God giving you a word? Share it! I’m going to. Debbie Pearson Lieutenant
Big Collection Woking Corps needs you! This year’s Big Collection (formerly known as Annual Appeal) is running during the month of September. Members and volunteers around the UK will take to the streets to raise vital money towards supporting men, women and families who are homeless; running care homes and day care centres for older people; reuniting long lost families through the Family Tracing Service; supporting the Armed Forces and their families on military bases; and providing a place of safety for victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. Last year nationally The Big Collection raised £22.2 million – a significant contribution towards the £80 million required each year to run The Salvation Army’s social and community support programmes in the UK. So there is much to be done. Please ask yourself, how can I help - enveloping, collecting, babysitting, praying, making a financial donation? Let us all be obedient to God in whatever way he asks us to help this year.
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Contact Details The Salvation Army Community Church Sythwood, Woking, Surrey. GU21 3BE Tel. 01483 793704 Email: woking@salvationarmy.org.uk
Web site: www.salvationarmy.org.uk/woking Quarters 58 Eastmead, Woking, GU21 3BP,
Wednesday Volunteers Lunch Club Helper Needed 11am - 1pm To lay tables, wash up and serve lunches. Coffee Shop Helper Needed 10am - 1pm Two weeks per month See Jan H for more information
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Comedy Hall D.O.H. (Department of Humour) “How old are you little girl?” Little girl holds up three fingers. “When will you be four?” “When I hold up another finger.” An elderly lady walked into a country church. An usher greeted her and asked where she would like to sit. The lady requested a front row seat. “I wouldn’t recommend that,” said the usher, “the Pastor is really boring.” “Do you know who I am young man?” asked the old lady. “No I don’t,” said the usher. “I am the Pastor’s mother.” “Oh,” said the usher, “do you know who I am?” “No” said the old lady. “Good!” gasped the usher. Wife: “Do you want dinner?” Husband: “What are my choices?” Wife: “Yes or no” First time expectant mum:- “My childbirth instructor says it’s not pain I’ll be feeling during labour, but pressure, is that right?” Experienced Mum:- “Yes, in the same way that a tornado might be called an air current!” Five signs that you may not be reading your Bible enough: 1. You open your Bible in church and a huge cloud of dust rises. 2. You think Abraham, Isaac and Jacob may have had a few hit songs during the 60’s 3. You open to the Gospel of Luke and a WW11 Savings Bond falls out. 4. Your favourite Old Testament patriarch is Hercules. 5. You keep falling for it each time the Pastor tells you to turn to Second Opinions. Q. “Should I have a baby after 35?” A. “No, 35 children is enough” Keep smiling,
Major Laugh
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Please pray for these members of our church family Bill and Shirlee Green Dorothy and Jim Henley Miriam Weaver Alice Stiehler Mary Cobbett
. . . and also these past members Jenny Dibsdall, Barbara and Hnuna
Other subjects for prayer Possibilities for mid-week mum’s groups Corps Council as they continue to seek God's vision for the Corps
PRAYER MEETING Everyone is invited to join with us on Sunday mornings for prayers at 10.30 am. We meet in one of the general purpose rooms and would be pleased to see as many of you as possible. God Bless Audrey
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A “Testimony” from Freda Benneyworth Debbie asked me to speak in the worship one Sunday on ‘An occasion when I didn’t know what was happening.’ There have been many occasions in my life when I haven’t known what was going on, but it seems significant to share what has been going on for the last 6 months. I was asked what I was going to do in retirement? I don’t want to do anything – I just want to rest ………… well it’s as though God really took me at my word because that’s what the last six months have been - doing nothing and being forced to rest through illness – not exactly the way I wanted it to be. 12 visits to A & E, 4 overnight stays in hospital and 1 five day stay. Countless blood tests, X rays and ECGs and 2 ½ days on oxygen, 1 MRI Scan, 2 CT scans, 1 Angiogram. That’s without visits to my GP and INR blood tests. I was diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism in February, pericarditis (inflammation round the heart) in May and then gastritis as result of the meds. There have been occasions when I most certainly have not known what was going on. Occasions when I’ve been bewildered, apprehensive, fearful and sometimes to-
tally calm! So many of the doctors and medical staff I have seen have told me how ill I have been and now I am improving I realise that, even more than I did at the time when I felt so unwell. I have received such loving support from Ted, who has been an absolute tower of strength to me, Martin, Jo and Andrew and then my friends and family who have also supported me with their love and prayers. Sue Searle, who is one of the bed managers at Frimley Park and seemed to be on duty nearly every time I was in A & E and answered my many questions but also always managed to make me laugh and bolstered up our spirits. The subject for worship that Sunday morning was about David in the cave. I’m reminded of a chapter in John Ortberg’s book - ‘If you want to walk on water you’ve got to get out of the boat’ where he talks about David in despair in the Cave of Adullam. John Ortberg says ‘God does his best work in caves!’ He reminds us that God says “What are you doing here Elijah?”. When Elijah was at his most vulnerable God was in the cave with him.
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Well God has certainly been in my cave with me. During the 5 day stay in hospital, I’d just got back to my bed from the bathroom and the oxygen tubes went back up my nose and I was told there was someone from the chaplaincy team to visit me. I was a little surprised as I hadn’t actually asked for a visit. Then Brenda came to my bedside – in retrospect and in preparation for the worship I realised that we were almost in a ‘cave’, the curtains were partially drawn with just a small opening. There was some gentle conversation about my life and her life amd then she asked if she could pray with me – of course – could she put her hand on me – of course. Then there was a silence … for a few minutes …… then a prayer …… then more silence. ……….. the almost tangible presence of God. We continued like that because she felt the Lord was blessing me and I would agree with her completely. Then she quoted a song by Marilyn Baker – one I had known for 20 years. Rest in my love, relax in my care and know that my presence will always be there. You are my child and I care for you, there’s nothing my love and my power cannot do.
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It was to be the song I sang and quoted to myself when things were all so difficult and I was at my most fearful. I have to say I believe there was a marked improvement from 19 June onward and have felt within that it was an answer to prayer. Monday 1 and Tuesday 2 July however I was at my worst - I had really hit the wall. On the Tuesday afternoon there was a phone call and prayer from Paul, a dear friend. In the evening of the same day Brenda called and prayed with me again – in the same way as when I was in hospital. First there were more good days than bad days per week – improvement in my breathing problems and more occasions when I feel like me. Although I had finally hit the wall as it were, it was interesting that my GP said that it is known that people with faith and who are part of a faith community cope better and she felt that my faith had obviously sustained me and I would have ‘crashed’ far earlier had it not been for that. I have to say I believe the upturn was a definite answer to the prayers of many – for which I will always be grateful. I’m no longer in the cave as it were ………… God has been doing his own work. I have two prayer books
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at night and so soften they have both homed in on the same sentiments. In one of the prayers in my morning prayer book by Nick Fawcett - was the lovely prayer that we should be ‘Sunny of disposition’ – I’m trying!! Do I know what’s going on? No not really but little by little God’s plan is unfolding and I am content to rest in Him. He who dwells in the shadow of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Psalm 91:1,2 In your time! Amazing, truly amazing, just aware deep within that healing is happening. Not imagination or wishful thinking, but a certainty that prayer is being answered, a ministry of your grace has been received. Symptoms and discomfort eased. Simply resting in you – waiting for you to work in your time.
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Thank you for answered prayer. Thank you for your grace. If only my patience had been greater, my trust deeper. But maybe patience is easier when circumstances are known, when you’re not hanging over the precipice! But there are lessons still to be learned, faith to be tested and proved, and questions – oh questions, that are still there - awaiting your answers. The ‘Yes’ and ‘Nos’ – The ‘Whys’ and ‘Why nots’! Freda Benneyworth Dr Alex Stoker Frimley Park A & E Please remember the parents of Dr Alex Stoker who died recently. Alex was a beautiful man who made the diagnosis that led to my five day stay which contributed to my improvement. I am privileged to have met him, to have been assessed and treated by him and incredibly saddened by the loss of such great talent and compassion.
Congratulations Congratulations to Tom and Erica Taylor on the birth of their son Oscar who weighed in at 7lb 8ozs on Sunday 1st September. Mother, Father and Grandparents (Wendy and Ian) all doing well!
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FUTURE DATES September Sunday 1st
11.00am
Morning Worship An introduction to Luke Messy Church
Sunday 8th
11.00am
Morning Worship Enrolment of Carole Croft
Thursday 12th
10.00am
SALT Visits
Sunday 15th
11.00am
Morning Worship Led by Jan Howlin Luke 11:1-13
Sunday 22nd
11.00am
Morning Worship
Sunday 29th
11.00am 6.00pm
Harvest Celebrations Songs of Praise led by Wendy Hardwick
Friday 6th
October Friday 5th
Messy Church
Sunday 6th
11.00am
Monday 7th
8.00pm
Morning Worship Corps Council Meeting
Sunday 13th
11.00
Morning Worship Led by Major Noel Wright
Sunday 20th
11.00am
Corps Anniversary Celebrations
Sunday 20th
11.00am
Morning Worship
Sunday 27th
11.00am
Morning Worship Led by Captain Steve Dutfield
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Corps Retreat Since at least Jan 2012, there has been on the proposed Corps diary of activities both a Leadership Retreat Day as well as a Corps Retreat Day. In July 2012 the Corps Council agreed that a retreat for the whole corps should be given priority. Summer 2013 was agreed as the time to look towards to hold this event and so the wheels were set in motion to organise one. Between July and October 2012 Andy and Andrew were approached to help organise the venue so off they went to work. Initial venues considered were Sunbury Court, University of Winchester, Reading University, St Columbus House in Maybury and Royal Holloway University in Egham. After much number crunching and some trips, Royal Holloway was chosen as the preferred venue. As Will mentioned a few weeks ago a list of possible leaders were put together and at the very top of that list was Major Noel Wright. Andy contacted Noel and he agreed to lead us over the weekend - result. So that’s how we got to be at RHU in Egham over the weekend of 20 and 21 July 2013. But what of the weekend itself? 24 corps folk plus 7 children turned up around 9.30 on Saturday morning
for tea, coffee and pastries to kick off the two days. It was a nice relaxed way to start and set the atmosphere for the whole weekend. The two days were split up into a number of sessions led between Noel, Will and Debbie. The theme for the weekend was "Drink well, Eat well and Live well". Debbie kicked the first session off by giving everyone a bag which contained certain items that we would each use over the next 48 hours. The first thing we were asked to look at was the Blob Tree. This had a picture of a large tree with ‘blob characters (see next page) As mentioned, Noel Wright was the leader for the weekend. Now I think for most of us at the retreat it was the first time we have had the privilege to hear Noel. We were not going to be disappointed. His teaching was inspiring, delivered in a relaxed manner with the added touch of humour. Speaking on John, Noel concentrated on John4 and John 6 where Jesus declaration that ‘I am the Bread of Life and the Water of Life’, highlighting that a person who drinks from the living water that Jesus offers means they would never thirst again, and because Jesus is the Bread of Life,
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The suggestion was that we all thought of where we were at the moment – coming into the retreat. It was a great illustration to get you thinking about where you had come from – may be this past week, where you actually were at that time and may be even where you ideally would like to be
whoever comes to him will never go hungry. There was a great deal of participation by everyone there. It was lovely to hear what everyone had to offer and what they thought of the different verses. Noel would bring all those comments together and enable you to think as a whole about what the chapter held for each of us. Now as mentioned we were blessed with having some of the corps’ young folk sharing the weekend. On Saturday Debbie plus one of the other delegates led the children in each of their own sessions. On Sunday we enjoyed the company of Victoria from Staines who again
with one of the other delegates led the children in their own activities. At the end of Saturday the younguns made a small presentation to show what they’d been up to. On Sunday morning they led prayers for everyone (which was just delightful) and then at the end of the last session presented what they had been doing over their own retreat. This small snippet of the weekend does not really do it justice. I would just urge that when the Corps holds another retreat that you try to join in. Oh and should Major Noel Wright happen to lead any worship at Woking – make sure you’re there. Andrew Cox
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FLOWER LIST September 1
Dave and Gwen Cox
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Margaret Cook
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Dorothy and Jim Henley
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Jan Reed
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Andy and Jane Stickland
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Jo and Andrew Cox
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Margi Locke
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Richard Goff
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Community Services Managers update I have had two fabulous weeks off on holiday and feel very much rested and relaxed. Plus it being quiet at the hall has meant that I've managed to do lots of sorting, tidying and general stuff I just don't get a chance to do when the hall is at full capacity. If you want to visit the stationary cupboard now is the time to do it, it looks ok for the time being. We have a few extra groups that are making the most of us being quiet, a group from the Rosemary Connolly club are using GP1 once a week and Zebedees have taken on a summer special series. Some case meetings by social services have been able to meet here, so I'm not just here twiddling my thumbs. The Fuchsia Show that was held here at the end of July went very well and thanks go to Alison and Will who hosted the event as I was away. They had such a great time here they want to make it an annual event and to move some of their monthly meetings here. Thanks must go to the painting team who did such a great job in GP1&2 the rooms look fabulous. Plus Gill, Gwen and Pauline for doing the catering. Some people have asked me why it had got so bad, which is surprising when one of the rooms is used by a pre-school for much of its time. The other room gets hired out a lot and so tables and chairs all get pushed up to the walls, we now have a
lovely dado rail, thank you Roger and Ted that will help a lot. But to be honest I'm glad it needed re-painting and that we care enough about it to want to keep it looking good. It shows how many people come into our building and feel at home here. The autumn term will bring many more families in for the first time through Teddy Toddlers, Bright Sparks and Zebedees, lets make them our friends and build relationships quickly. Slimming World will see an increase (I made myself laugh at that, I hope not on the scales) as people join as they panic to loose weight before stuffing themselves full again at Christmas. Two dates for your diary the 23rd November which is the Christmas fair, we really need your support at this event either helping or spending. Parcel wrapping day is 12th December and the prep night is the 11th December, both vital in our Corps calendar, if you can keep those dates free to help it would be much appreciated. The Coffee Shop will be adding to its Menu in September, I'm not going to tell what so you will have to come in and see us. Jan Howlin
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News from the (Shop) Front Some people are frightened of spiders, some of heights; Marie, I have discovered, is TERRIFIED of mice. How do I know this? Well… A few weeks ago, a donation was received which consisted of about 10 huge boxes filled with obsolete and unwanted school uniform. (For “huge” imagine an old fashioned tea chest and double it) The boxes were stacked neatly in the back room, taking care not to block the fire exit - no mean feat when you consider the size of our back room and the size of the boxes - and left for me to investigate. Had I known that the boxes contained rather more than obsolete school uniform, I might not have been so keen to open them. The small, round holes surrounded by teeth marks should have been a clue. Yes, you’ve guessed it: The boxes had been used by some upwardly mobile mice who, fed up with the usual holes in trees and nests in long grass, had gnawed their way in on several levels (multi floor occupancy) and set up home in usual “mouse style” i.e. chewing everything and leaving mouse deposits everywhere. On reporting this to Marie and Gill, I noticed that Marie’s extreme reaction (screaming a bit then refusing to go
anywhere near the back room) indicated a possible fear of mice. After the initial shock and the realisation that we could neither sell nor recycle mouse damaged clothing, most of the donation had to be put in the bin. Although I never found an actual mouse (dead OR alive), there were enough mouse droppings to fill a shoebox. I’m not sure why you would want to fill a shoebox with mouse droppings but… Anyway, as I cleared the mess away, unintentionally scattering the droppings all over the back room as I did so, I realized I would need to clean up and disinfect the area before letting anyone else back in. I promptly banned Gill from the back room (This was no mean feat as anyone who knows Gill will testify) and set to with lots of bleach and very hot water. Some time later and after a restorative cup of tea, I managed to persuade Marie that there were no small furry animals in the back room and that all traces of them had been removed. A few days later, a cat toy was handed in as a donation. The toy was in the form of a remote controlled mouse. I showed it to Marie. She wasn’t impressed. God bless
Carole x
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RECIPE Pasticcio Ingredients 150g Pasta spirals. 50g Parmesan cheese. 50g Cheddar cheese.. .
FILLING. Olive oil. 2 onions, finely sliced. 250g minced lamb. Rosemary, bay leaf, dried oregano, dried chilli flakes( small amounts)
Method Set oven to 180c. Heat olive oil in large pan, fry onions then add mince , break up and stir. When browned add herbs etc. Continue to cook to reduce liquid by half, add tomato sauce and salt and pepper. Mix well and bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30minutes. Set aside to cool. Boil pasta aldente.. Make bechamel sauce. 50g salted butter,50gplain flour, half litre of milk. Melt butter, add flour, cook for one minute, gradually whisk in cold milk, cook for ten minutes whisking constantly,. Set aside to cool. Grease baking dish, add pasta, then meat mixture, then pour over the sauce. Finish off with the cheeses and bake for 30 minutes until golden. Serves 4 brown. Recipe from "Lets do lunch on ITV"
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Corps Retreat 2013 high lights We’ve heard from Andrew about the weekend feast and activities, but it’s also good to share some of the extra curricular events.
After the afternoon session, it was Chill Out time! Some people went to their room and relaxed. For some this meant a walk around the grounds and up to the old house and this included Sam, Matt, Ben and Katie. We saw Ben tearing along on his scooter. We saw Katie, Sam and Matt playing Frisbee on the way round. We arrived at the old house and found the chapel which was just beautiful inside. The children looked up at the ceiling and saw and named many things from God’s creation and events in the bible. This was a great time for people to chat about ‘normal’ things, to relax
The Saturday morning started with the yummy pastries and good fresh coffee. It was good fun finding someone who had the same ‘lolly’ as you and having a relaxed chat with someone you might not normally get chance to chat with. It was followed by a lovely lunch with biggest bowl of fruit that we could possibly share; with ‘youngsters’ sitting with ‘oldies’ and chatting and relaxing.
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at the movie Stuart Little. There was much mutual laughter, as it’s contagious. The following morning started with a healthy cooked breakfast for those who had room and fruit and cereal for those watching their waistlines!! Then onto the second day.
and laugh with each other. The Children thought the house ‘was awesome’. The evening meal was served in the main campus restaurant and I am sure that many will agree that the food was excellent all weekend. The evening session was a quiz night, there were four teams. The children put some of us oldies to shame with the answers to many of the bible questions. But, it wasn’t all religious; there was the building of the tallest tower out of dried pasta and marshmallows. There was the game to get the polo from one end of your team to the other end of your team, via straws and without touching it; and for the more artistic there was blindfolded Pictionary. The evening was concluded with some chatting and others watching a movie. However for many the highlight was watching Richard laughing
There were bubbles and cupcakes, lollies and popcorn and laughter and chatting all weekend. There were plenty of games of Frisbee and ball games and enjoying the beautiful weather and so much more. The final session was time out and it was lovely to see everyone spread out across the campus to take time to reflect. Some went for a walk, some sat in the sun and some sat in the shade. There was time to read your bible and our notes from the weekend, time to pray and to rest in God’s presence before we then joined together for the final time before being sent out as God’s blessed people, so that we can and will bless others. Jo Cox
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Gardening Tips As soon as the lavender flower heads lose their colour cut them off, making sure you leave some green on the stalk. With first year plants cut the flower heads off individually at the base of the plant. Sow FOXGLOVES and CORNFLOWER seeds where they are to flower and keep watered in warm dry weather.. Dead head DAHLIAS and ROSES to encourage more buds. Keep SWEETPEA flowers picked, as if left they will run to seed and inhibits new flowers forming. To keep hanging baskets at their best continue to water and feed each week. Buy winter bedding such as pansies or primula. Remember to higher your cutter blades on the lawn mower. Dave Cox
Link DVD Many of us enjoy the Link DVD which is a magazine type of production featuring activities around the Salvation Army in the UK as well as interesting news from around the “Army� world. If you would like to share in this please speak to Connie Still. There would be a small charge to go towards the purchase, the more who join the less the cost!
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Tribute of love for Josie Cridland Josie gave an abundance of service to the corps in Woking, she was a loyal member of the over sixty club and the home league where she became the tea sergeant. Josie loved helping at the jumble sales and was a volunteer at the charityshop for many years , she belonged to a church near her home but loved to
spend time at the army during the week. It was plain to all who met her that she had a great love for people. She is remembered for her lovely smile , the twinkle in her eye and her faith in God. She was a valuable member of the Cameo club and we all loved her dearly. Margi Locke..
Window on My World What do I do in Woking Corps? I am known as the Corps Sergeant Major. I am also a member of the band and the songster brigade. My wife Sue and I have recently moved house and now live in Camberley in Surrey. What do I do for a living? I work for a household removal, shipping and storage company, my specific role is with members of HM Forces. When I am not at work I enjoy reading and am often found doing jobs around the house! What are some of my challenges in
my daily life? Well I travel a great deal in my work so the M3, M4 and the M25 come to mind, they all have their moments! Some of the books I can recommend are The heart of Christianity by Marcus Borg. It is all going terribly wrong, the accidental showman by Michael Parke., and The last week by Borg/ Crossan. What is my greatest hope? Safety for Plymouth Argyle football club!!!. What do I still need to learn? Computer skills!! Ken Searle.
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Corps BBQ A good time was had by all those who attended the Corps BBQ at Eastmead. Again the weather was really great. Thanks to Dave who did the cooking, and Debbie and Will our hosts.
Book Reviews Read a good book recently? Don’t keep it to yourself, share it. Write a review and spread the word. (See books already reviewed in foyer)
Woking Community Church Psalm One Sunday morning, when we were looking at the Psalms, Debbie asked each member of the congregation to write a verse of a modern day Psalm. The verses were then put together the result is the Psalm on page 24.
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Life and Soul Meets at the Church 10.00am
September October
Friday Friday
6th 4th
20th 18th
Denvale Group Meets at Margi’s 2.30pm
September October
Thursday Thursday
5th 3rd
19th 17th
The Nomads Meet at Christine Hearn’s 7.30pm
September October
Thursday Thursday
4th Collecting
19th 17th
The Full Monty Meets for breakfast at various venues 9.00am
September October
Saturday Saturday
28th - Bridge 26th – The Swan
Calendar Girls Flexible days/times
Contact Rhona 01483 474079 or Margaret 01932 353739
Hearts and Crafts Meets at the Church 7.30pm
September October
Thursday Thursday
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26th 24th
Woking Salvation army community church
Psalm O Lord, how infinite you are; larger than the universe. How small I feel, but with You I have everything. You are awesome. Thank you Lord we praise your name in every church, worship hall and place of worship throughout the land. Hallelujah! The Lord is good and this I know. The Lord is my strength and my tower. He is my rock and my Salvation, I will not be afraid. O God, you are so powerful and yet you care for me so much. You are my refuge and strength. You are always near when I pray to you. Thank you for your faithfulness and for your plan for my life. May I constantly be aware of your presence. Lord, I thank you for the happiness you have given me. O Lord, I do love you Praise God for the colour and beauty in all His creation. Thank you Lord, for my garden. Thank you for my friends and those who support me. My God is amazing, His faithfulness keeps me going. I know God is always with me. Lord, Grant me patience and understanding. When I am sad, you will wipe away my tears. There is a way that appears to be right, but it leads to death, but narrow is the way that leads to life. Trust in the Lord and praise His holy name! I am sure God was with me at a very difficult time when I suffered loss. Lord, I want you to explain to me why there is such sorrow and pain. All through life, I slip and slide, going through twists and turns, ups and downs but you set my feet on the rock. Each day you find me, hold me and set me off in the right direction. Though we are weak, Christ is with us all the way. We trust in Him always. Dear Lord, take care of us all in our church. I love you Lord, you are my God, but sometimes I’m so angry. I seek refuge in you every day. Lord hear my prayers, in you I trust. I give thanks to the Lord for bringing me light to raise me from a very dark place. I come to you Lord with my troubles and you give me peace. Praise the Lord, for He is with us at all times I will praise His name always. Give thanks to the Lord.