advance notice of the special visit of Majors Telfer in January. Major Carol is the assistant secretary for personnel, and Major Ivor the assistant secretary for programme, both located at Territorial Headquarters.

Captain Ian explored the 2nd gift of the wise men, Franincense. In this we looked at the reality that GOD is among us, and celebrated this through exploring how it is we bow the knee in worship before Him. Here is a picture looking at gifts which were given out to some of our family - but no one wanted them..... it reminded us that God wants sincere heart felt worship.

MUSICIANS were out in force on Saturday to support our flag day which raised over £1500 in Horsham town centre. Our own bands men and women were supported by members of local brass band groups - many who have had links with The Salvation Army. We are grateful above all for the opportunity of chatting with people, and during some of the day we were able to encourage people to come and sing carols with us. The delightful weather while we gathered aided towards that - it started to rain when we left!!!

Over ninety families over the two days of toddler group at Horsham, took part in a Nativity morning. The children came dressed in costume and shared in a whole host of activities which helped them focus on the Christmas Story. Songs and stories were also used to help in this focus.

ADVENT SUNDAY focussed on the gift of Gold, and the Kingship of Jesus Christ. Captain Susan opened the word to us and challenged us to consider whether King Herod was our king or King Jesus?

CHURCHES TOGETHER IN HORSHAM gathered together to launch Advent with a procession through the streets and concluding at the band stand for carol singing. Despite the poor weather a large crowd gathered and enjoyed this outdoor witness opportunity.

Members of our Home League enjoyed an afternoon drive to Crawley garden centre and valued time together walking around and drinking tea

SUNDAY 22ND NOVEMBER

Captain Ian today was away on divisional responsibilities, and so our worship meeting was led by Jeff Whittingham from Worthing Salvation Army

Sunday 15th November saw us welcoming a new adherent-member to our church - Helen Tuesley. Helen is seen here supported by our pastoral care council members. Helen was also supported by her family for her special occasion. Helen testified to finding acceptance, love and support at the church, and chose O Jesus I have promised as her song to support her welcoming into membership. Captain Susan preached today on Hope....does not disappoint us, and challenged us to be people of Hope and not Hopeless. Songs today included:- My Hope is build on nothing less; I was sinking deep in sin; Can you wonder?; I must have the Saviour with me; Father God I wonder; Come Home; When I was lost. The Sunday Challenge this week involved us all in a drama.

Despite horrid weather, the CHRISTMAS FAYRE held today was a great success and we saw loads of people coming to share with us. The fancy dress competition was won by Adam Woodgate, and two winners were announced by Heather Jones, in judging the colouring competition., Food, Stalls and Spagetti the clown were just part of the fun people enjoyed. Final total is yet to be announced

Sunday 8th November

Remembrance Sunday Worship was led by Captain Ian, and we welcomed friends from the Crawley Outreach Centre to worship with us. During moments of prayer, some made their prayers at the Mercy Seat.

Wednesday 4th November

Some of our corps leaders attending IMPACT a conference looking at resourcing and equipping people for mission and ministry to the third age. Captain Ian was one of the speakers of the day.

Sunday 1st November

Upon their return, the Captains led our worship meeting looking at Sinner? Saint? Captain Ian challenged us to consider whether, as new creations, we were living the new life as outlined in Scripture which changes our name from sinner to saint. Captain Susan took a pumpkin and cleared it out, reminding us of rubbish that clogs up in our lives, and then cut a cross through it, and placed a candle inside to remind us of the journey we take from the darkness into Light

Thursday 29th October

A service of thanksgiving for the life and influence of Eva Little took place at our church today, led by former leader, Captain Elizbaeth Lloyd

Sunday 25th October

Our leaders were away on holiday, so Vic Jannels, our music leader, led our morning worship meeting