There will be a Safe and Sound course at our hall on Thursday 29th September from 7.30pm. This will be led by Captain Sue. The course is important for all those engaging in any form of church ministry, but also for all members and friends. It covers matters relating to safeguarding of children and vunerable adults, and we encourage everyone connected with The Salvation Army to do this. If you can add them please let the captain know. Thank you.

FRIDAY LUNCHES AND FRIENDSHIP CLUB yesterday had the visit of our youth ministries officer, and our MAD, Kids Alive and Youth Matters group. We were so grateful to those who had given up their holiday to come and share with all those who gathered. We are also grateful to the catering team, who have given so much of their time to this, and managed today to cook nearly 60 meals. Thank you Kate and everyone.

A hard working team met together yesterday to prepare packs ready to go to those who will engage in door to door collections or the annual appeal. We desperately need people willing to collect door to door for the appeal, and if you would be willing to do that, either on your own, or with a team, do contact us. Our coordinator is Vida Lyne. So far we have just over £1500 towards the appeal. Our target is £9000. Thank you to those who gave the time today.

JOIN US THIS SUNDAY as we explore Touching Heaven, Changing Earth. Captain Ian will be leading the two meetings at 10.30am and 6pm. Captain Susan will be leading Kids Alive. Lieutenant Nicola will be away throughout August.

FAMILY OUTING ENJOYED TODAY

The Church Family (including those linked to us in some form) enjoyed a day out today to Southsea and Portsmouth. Some even ventured up the Spinaker Tower. It was a lovely day, the weather wonderful too, and great to be together. Over fifty attended.

The Pastoral Team met this evening

THE BATTLE BELONGS TO THE LORD - Sunday 31st July 2011

Through the ministry of Lt Nicola and Captain Susan today we were reminded that the Battle belongs to the Lord. We need to trust Him and allow Him to lead us and carry us through. Its no game, its real, but God is with us. Songs today included:- Stand up and bless the Lord; In the Army of Jesus we've taken our stand; Jesus thou art everything to me; The Splendour of the King; All Hail the Lamb; Our God is a great Big God; O God of burning cleansing flame.

The Sunday Adventure took place later in the day, which took the young people to the Pizza Hut.