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A Quarterly Newsletter of the USA Central Territory World Missions Bureau
World Missions
Perspectives
Come and See What the Lord Has Done by Belen Hood Just after Mother's Day, nine ladies and myself traveled to the Kenya West Territory. We were invited to the Kenya West Women’s Conference, held at the Kakunga Salvation Army. The theme for this weekend was “Come and See”, and oh the beauty we saw in Kenya! The land itself is breathtaking, but the people of Kenya are so beautiful. Our hosts, Commissioner Florence Malabi and Colonel Grace Mnyampi, are two beautiful women of God who welcomed us and made us feel right at home in Kenya. As we entered the conference in Kakunga, the soldiers were lined up at the entry way to greet us with cheers, clapping and waving us in. What a humbling feeling to be welcomed with such warmth. That weekend was filled with encouragement, songs and praises to the Lord, and over 1,500 women were in attendance. We also had an open air meeting before our Sunday service. Hundreds of women came out for this event, and I must say, God is alive in Kenya! On Sunday, Colonel Dawn Heatwole preached from John 4, and we were reminded of the woman at the well and her words, “Come and see a man who told me everything I ever did.” How
amazing to know that Jesus sees us in America, in Kenya, and to the ends of the earth. After the sermon Commissioner Florence gave the alter call and the field filled with women coming forward, praying on their knees. What a lovely sight of our God working in the lives of women. We had an opportunity to visit the Territorial Headquarters in Kakamega. We found that they also use this space for their training college to train future Salvation Army officers. The Kenyans have property purchased for their future training college, but still lack the funds for having it built. Commissioner Malabi said that they have many students who have been called to officership, but without the place to house them they are limited to the amount of students they can accept. We pray that God would open doors for this college to be built, and that He would guide the future of The Salvation Army in Kenya. As the new week started off, we were blessed as we headed out to the Madivini Corps. We were able to paint the corps officer’s home. This home had not seen a coat of paint so the job was big, but we were up for the challenge. Commissioner Florence, who is so loved by the officers and soldiers, worked along side us as we painted at the Midivini and the Luyeshe officer's quarters. God showed His goodness once again-we had enough paint to paint the sanctuary as well! The corps people and officers at Luyeshe were so excited and knew
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that the coming Sunday there would be great joy to the congregation. In the middle of the week we visited the Joyland School for disabled children. The principal reminded us that each one of us is challenged, the difference is to what degree. He told us “You will leave this place with more joy!”, and we did. The children were a delight, they performed skits and sang for us. We were so blessed! We were able to see first hand that the schools in Kenya need our support. God has blessed the United States with so much (1Corinthians 9:10) and surely He wants us to spread the harvest to His people. The following day we visited Kibos Primary School for visually impaired. The motto: Disability is not Inability. We visited the classroom and were able to see kindergarteners learning Braille. After visiting all the classrooms, the children gathered together and performed through song and musical instruments. Some of these instruments were homemade, so it was so impressive to see the sounds and talents the children have. During my trip to Kenya, I was convicted about sponsorship. I specifically wanted to give to a school that could use help with children's' education. I am reminded of God's Word in Genesis 12:3 “I will bless those who bless you.” I prayed about it and now sponsor The Kuywa Special School. God has blessed me by allowing this trip to Kenya, and I want to be a blessing to those in Kenya!
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Rwanda & Burundi Territory Preschools The two small countries of Rwanda and Burundi are situated in the midwestern part of Africa between Uganda and Tanzania. In the last fifty years the people of Rwanda have endured a most painful history of Genocide, government corruption, and political conflict, but within this territory of our Salvation Army incredible work is being done in the lives of God’s children. Currently, the Rwanda and Burundi Territory have seven preschools that operate in rural towns, grassy fields, rented churches, and refugee villages. Most recently, the Rubirizi, Rubuye, and Runda preschools have been established in the last 6 months and are already
seeing enrolment numbers of 50 and more! Photo: Carolina Tuftstrom
In Rwanda and Burundi, preschoolers are considered to be children from the age of 3 through 7 years old. In most of the territory’s seven schools, one or two teachers are responsible for up to 100 preschoolers within one room! Another difficulty facing the teachers and corps officers of these schools is lack of payment – their salaries come directly from the children’s school fees. Regardless of a family’s ability to pay, the teachers and Corps Officers are willing to risk payment because of their determination to care for and educate these children.
seem, they are overshadowed by the greater vision for the future held by the teachers and corps officers. Plans for dance competitions, new buildings, soccer tournaments, and teacher conferences are on their hearts – but the Rwanda and Burundi Territory is in need of dedicated sponsors to catch the vision and support the future of their children and families. If you would like to partner with the efforts of the Rwanda and Burundi Territory preschools, please contact the World Missions Bureau Sponsorship Program at missions@usc.salvationarmy.org.
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Meet Ceamona Taube
India South Eastern Territory
In June Sponsorship and Mission Support Coordinator Sarah Kincaid transferred to a new position working for The Salvation Army’s Chicago Northside Adult Rehabilitation Center. We are grateful to Sarah for the great contribution she has made to the Sponsorship Program for the past 5 years and we will miss her greatly! We are pleased to introduce the new Sponsorship and Mission Support Coordinator, Ceamona Taube. Ceamona has a passion for working with children. She is a certified teacher and recently served as the Children’s Ministries Manager at The Salvation Army Grand Rapids Kroc Center. As a life-long Salvationist and two-time Summer Mission Team member and leader, Ceamona is well qualified to take on this role. We appreciate your support and patience during this time of transition. Ceamona can be contacted at 847-294-2065 or Missions@usc.salvationarmy.org.
The Salvation Army India South Eastern Territory, one of our Partners in Mission, is comprised of the Tamil-speaking part of Southern India. There are many exciting and important programs taking places within the territory, and they have asked us to join them in prayer for the following ministries. Child Development Centers—A social program through which children are provided support for their studies by giving them books, writing materials, school uniforms, and tuition. There are 8 different child development centers and nearly 2000 children are benefitted yearly. Youth Work— Recently the territory has conducted Corps Cadet rallies in various divisions, districts, and ex-
tension areas. So many youngsters were enriched spiritually through these rallies. Pray that they will continue to grow in the Lord and share their faith with others. New Corps Opening—There is a new corps building being constructed for a congregation in the Tenkasi Division. In this corps there are many young adults who have graduated from school and are seeking job opportunities. These young people have specifically requested prayer as they want to be witnesses for Christ. Territorial Women’s Department—The women’s ministries, in addition to the spiritual development, are teaching women practical skills including handicrafts, soap and candle making, and screenprinting.
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Campers Creatively Unite with Partners in Mission
Army Opens in Greenland
This summer the students of the Western Division Music Camp had an opportunity to learn about their Partners in Mission, the Jamaica East and Suriname Divisions of the Caribbean Territory. During one of their evening programs the students skyped with the Divisional Commander of Jamaica East who shared about their division’s music programs, the territorial music camp CARIMI, and how music is used in worship in Jamaica. The kids were excited to ask him questions, learn about life in Jamaica, and realize that they have many similarities to the people who live in Jamaica. While geographically the music campers in the Western Division and Salvationists in Jamaica are separated, they are united in Christ and similar in the ways they use music to worship God. An offering collected during Sunday morning worship and the final concert, which was doubled by the Western Division Music Department, will be used to help purchase timbrels for Suriname and a PA system for Jamaica East.
Similarly, during an evening program at the Kansas/Western Missouri Division Music Camp, students discovered that it is the rainy season in their Partner in Mission location, the India South Eastern Territory, learned a little bit about the culture of India, and engaged in activities to help them understand the inequality of resources available to people around the world. The students made beaded key chains to represent a variety of preventable diseases that afflict many people around the world, which also included a bead representing the hope that someday the cures and treatments for these diseases will be available to all people. At the conclusion of the evening the children were given the opportunity to turn in their beaded key chains so they could be sold at the final program, with the proceeds going to World Services. While this turning in their key chains was optional, 117 children decided to turn in their key chains in to help raise money for others in need around the world. The key chain sales, combined with an offering taken during the final program, yielded $160 for World Services.
On August 1, The Salvation Army will officially open work in Greenland under the leadership of newly commissioned Lts. Magnus and Petura Haraldsen who were trained in Norway. With this new opening, The Salvation Army will be working in 125 countries around the world!
Upcoming Events Please be in prayer for these upcoming events:
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June 6-August 5—Summer Mission Teams to the Caribbean, Hungary, Kenya East, Ukraine
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July 8-15—Oakbrook Terrace Corps Mission Trip to Freeport, Bahamas
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July 28-August 4—Madison Temple / Madison Genesis Corps Mission Trip to Eleuthera, Bahamas
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July 30-August 9—Mayfair Corps Mission Trip to Windsor Lodge in Jamaica
overseas personnel>>> This is a time of change and transition for many of our Central Territory overseas personnel. Please keep all of our overseas personnel in your prayers! Congratulations to Matthew Beatty who was married to Rona Mutcha in the Philippines on April 29. Matthew and Rona continue to serve at the Officer Training College in the Philippines. In June Damon Winters concluded his service in Haiti and returned to the States where he will attend graduate school in the fall. In July Majors Philip and Sheila Davisson are taking on international appointments at the Booth University College of the Canada and Bermuda
Territory where Phil will be the Associate Dean for Extended Learning and Sheila will take on the role of Spiritual Life Coordinator. Majors Curtiss and Sandra Hartley are also preparing for new appointments in the Papua New Guinea Territory where Curtiss will serve as the Territorial Director of Support Services and Sandra will be the Territorial Finance Secretary. After serving in Haiti for 11 years, Major Violet and Captain Dr. Felix Ezeh and their son Matthew will be moving to the
Trinidad and Tobago Division. Felix will be the Divisional Secretary, Divisional Men’s Fellowship Secretary, and Corps Officer of the Tagarete Road Corps. Violet will serve as the Divisional Secretary for Women’s Ministries and the matron in charge of the Josephine Shaw House for girls. The Ezehs are waiting for paperwork and government approvals before they will be able to move to their new home. Please pray that this process goes quickly. Lt. Colonels Brad and Heidi Bailey will return to the United States in September and to take on new appointments as Chief Secretary and Territorial Secretary for Women’s Ministries in the USA Southern Territory. Also in September, Captains Patrick and Karen Holness and Kristen will return from Jamaica and assume the role of corps officers at the St. Louis Euclid Corps in the Midland Division.
USA Central Territory Missionaries Lt. Colonels Brad & Heidi Bailey IHQ—Under Secretaries for the Americas and Caribbean 10 W. Algonquin Road Des Plaines, IL 60016 Email Brad_Bailey@salvationarmy.org Heidi_Bailey@salvationarmy.org Birthdays 5/4 (Brad), 7/17 (Heidi) Anniversary 8/12
Matthew and Rona Beatty Philippines—Officer Training College Caretaker / Driver Salvation Army Officer Training College Pantay Road, Sitio Bukal 1980 Tanay Rizal PHILIPPINES Email Beatty.matthew@gmail.com Birthdays 1/9 (Matthew), 7/21 (Rona) Anniversary 4/29
Majors Philip & Sheila Davisson Canada—Booth University College Associate Dean for Extended Learning/Spiritual Life Coordinator 1158 Colby Avenue Winnipeg, MB. R3T 2P9 CANADA Email Philip_Davisson@CAN.salvationarmy.orgShe ila_Davisson@CAN.salvationarmy.org Birthdays 5/22 (Sheila), 12/21 (Philip) Anniversary 8/23
Majors Robert & Rae Doliber Haiti—Recovery & Development Finance Administrator/Special Projects Manager Armee du Salut PO Box 301 Port-au-Prince HAITI Email Robert_Doliber@CAR.salvationarmy.org Rae_Doliber@CAR.salvationarmy.org Birthdays 6/5 (Rae), 7/15 (Robert) Anniversary 9/8
Major Violet & Captain Dr. Felix Ezeh (Matthew) Trinidad & Tobago—DS, Men’s Fellowship Secretary, Corps Officer / DS for Women’s Ministries, Matron for Josephine Shaw House (Currently awaiting visas) Email vfifezeh@yahoo.com Birthdays 4/20 (Violet), 4/30/02 (Matthew), 11/22 (Felix) Anniversary 5/19
Majors Curtiss & Sandra Hartley Papua New Guinea— Territorial Director of Support Services / Territorial Financial Secretary (Currently awaiting visas) Birthday 8/29 (Sandy), 11/16 (Curtiss) Anniversary 8/6
Captains Sergey & Tanya Katchanov Canada—Corps Officers
3rd Quarter Birthdays & Anniversaries July 15—Robert Doliber 17—Heidi Bailey 21—Rona Beatty August 6—Curtiss & Sandy Hartley 12—Brad & Heidi Bailey 13—Sue Swanson 23—Philip & Sheila Davisson 29—Curtiss Hartley September 8—Robert & Rae Doliber 18—Caleb Oliver (2000)
1644 Bob-O-Link Way Nanaimo BC V9S 2P8 CANADA Email raduga771@yahoo.com Birthdays 1/16 (Sergey), 2/2 (Tanya) Anniversary 4/11
Captain Christopher Marques Japan—Assistant to the Territorial Youth Secretary Olive House A-103 1-39-12 Wada, Suginami-ku Tokyo, 166-0012 JAPAN Email Christopher_Marques@ JAP.salvationarmy.org Birthday 10/20
Major Michelle & Captain Deon Oliver (Caleb, Giselle, Liam) Australia—Corps Officers 9 Crosby Place McDowall Queensland 4053 AUSTRALIA Email Deon.Oliver@AUE.salvationarmy.org Michelle.Oliver@AUE.salvationarmy.org Birthdays 2/23/2005 (Liam), 3/9/2002 (Giselle), 9/18/2000 (Caleb), 10/11 (Michelle), 10/22 (Deon) Anniversary 6/26
Major Cindy Shellenberger Australia—Corps Officer
The Salvation Army 9 Magnolia Crescent Craigmore, SA 5114 AUSTRALIA Email Cindy_Shellenberger@ AUS.salvationarmy.org Birthday 11/23
Commissioners Barry & Sue Swanson IHQ—Chief of the Staff / World President for Women’s Ministries The Salvation Army 101 Queen Victoria St. London EC4V 4EH UNITED KINGDOM Email Barry_Swanson@salvationarmy.org Sue_Swanson@salvationarmy.org Birthdays 4/22 (Barry), 8/13 (Sue) Anniversary 6/15
Majors Cornell & Candace Voeller (Ryan, Alex, Erik, Sean) Sweden—Corps Officers Asögatan 162 116 32 Stockholm SWEDEN Email Cornell.Voeller@fralsningsarmen.se Candace.Voeller@fralsningsarmen.se Birthdays 3/27/00 (Sean), 4/26/96 (Alex), 6/15 (Candace), 6/19 (Cornell), 6/22/98 (Erik), 11/21/94 (Ryan) Anniversary 1/15