Thursday 13 October 2011

LAUNCHED TODAY BY OUR GENERAL

The Salvation Army's International Vision

ONE ARMY: We see a God-raised, Spirit-filled Army for the 21st century - convinced of our calling, moving forward together

We will

deepen our spiritual life
unite in prayer
identify and develop leaders
increase self-support and self-denial


ONE MISSION: Into the world of the hurting, broken, lonely, dispossessed and lost, reaching them in love by all means

We will
emphasise our integrated ministry
reach and involve youth and children
stand for and serve the marginalised
encourage innovation in mission


ONE MESSAGE: With the transforming message of Jesus, bringing freedom, hope and life

We will
communicate Christ unashamedly
reaffi rm our belief in transformation
evangelise and disciple eff ectively
provide quality teaching resources

Wednesday 12 October 2011

Local charities, organisations and heroes gathered together tonight in the Capital Theatre in Horsham, for the Community Awards with the County Times. The Salvation Army Band played music as the audience took their place, and host, theo cronin, piloted the evening through. Introducing the Charity of the Year, the sponsors of the award spoke of how proud they were of the award, and Mr Cronin spoke of how the paper valued the link between the charity and the paper and the annual christmas campaign that we run togethr. Of course, The Salvation Army received this award and Captain Susan, with other members stood alongside her to celebrate. This was a fantastic opportunity for the army to be able to be seen in the community as being alive and active and we Thank God for the opportunity that was afforded us in many ways., Our certifice and trophy will take pride of place at our centre, a standing reminder of the great body of people we have who work daily to ensure that Hope is known by all.

Tuesday 11 October 2011

Saturday and Captains Ian and Susan conducted the Dedication of Molly-Lousie O'Grady, the daughter of Blake and Sarah, at the home of Nanna and Grandad in Tadley. This was a very special celebration

Sunday, our youth ministries officer Kate Gregory led our meeting, supported by our youth and young people. Our captains led the children's prizegiving weekend at The Salvation Army in Reading Central.