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Iron sharpens iron HISTORY is a permanent record of the past.

It cannot be undone but it need not be the template for the future. We all hopefully learn from it so that our behaviour today is a positive influence on tomorrow.

October is Black History Month, which is partly an opportunity to learn from the past.

For example, until I read a blog post referenced

by Major Marjory Parrott in this week’s issue, I was unaware that among those who came to the UK in 1948 aboard HMT Empire Windrush were 10 tailors, destined to work for SP&S. Also in the issue, we are introduced to the territory’s new intercultural mission officers.

Intercultural mission is not only acknowledging but embracing, celebrating and developing the rich cultural diversity that exists within this territory and seeking to do more.

At the Church of England’s recent Intercultural Mission Conference, the Rev Mark Paulson said: ‘Interculturalism is not the same as multicultalurism. It’s not about the passive acceptance and tolerance of multiple cultures in one place. It’s about the dynamic exchange and interchange of cultural capital, individually and corporately. It’s not about a cosy ... appreciation of the food, dress and music of others, it’s about iron sharpening iron.’

Let’s sharpen some iron.

MAJOR JULIAN WATCHORN Editor

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BLACK HISTORY MONTH Everyone should be heard Major Marjory Parrott considers why it’s important for us to celebrate Black History Month

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ITH the exception of three years’ reinforcement service in the Czech Republic, I have lived in the United Kingdom and Ireland Territory all my life. Having been raised in a loving and secure, multiracial, monocultural (very white British) family, it was rare that I gave my skin colour any thought at all. In fact, despite what other people saw, up until 2020, I would have described myself as a white person in a brown skin.

For me, the awakening began before George Floyd’s murder; it began with a degree course module on different theologies, and the opportunity to study black theology. I simply wanted to know what the ‘other side’ thought and believed. As time has gone on, so my knowledge and experience base has grown. I have come to understand that our work is not solely to eliminate that which is hurtful and negative, but to ensure that everyone is heard and seen.

Creating a diverse Salvation Army will not be universally popular, and there will be some who think that we have just jumped aboard a ‘woke’ bandwagon, but be assured that it will be God-glorifying.

I believe that it is important for us as a Movement to actively participate in and celebrate Black History Month. If I were honest, I would be happier if there were

no need to celebrate the month because celebrating diversity was something we did all year round, but we have to start somewhere – at least one month, or even one Sunday, is a start. God did not make us all the same; he made us gloriously different. We are who God created us to be. Until we have our eyes opened to the riches of that diversity, we not only live in a monochrome world, but we also probably help to sustain it.

Here are some personal, practical suggestions for moving forward. If you are fortunate enough to have a diverse congregation, celebrate it by including everyone. Try not to only use people of colour during Black History Month: it kind of feels like being wheeled out like an exhibit. Don’t lose heart if your first attempts at inclusion are not successful.

Keep trying! Sometimes the problem is that we are so used to not being invited to contribute, we doubt our own capabilities, or we might be suspicious of your motives. Remember we are all different! My reasons for participating – or not – might not be the same as someone else’s; how I want to be included could also be completely different. Ask questions and invite contributions. If you get it wrong, just apologise. None of us is perfect, and it helps to know that you are trying.

Reflect and respond Read about Black History Month and the theme for 2023, Saluting Our Sisters, at blackhistorymonth.org.uk.

Read a history of black Salvationists by William Booth College librarian Winette Field at salvationarmy.org.uk/about-us/ international-heritage-centre/ international-heritage-centreblog/guest-blog-black-history.

Explore prayer ideas, reading recommendations, a Bible study by Tearfund on John 4:1–42 and inclusion, and further resources for Black History Month online at salvationist.org.uk/resources/ key-dates.

MAJOR MARJORY PARROTT Corps Officer Swadlincote

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TESTIMONY

‘The love I was shown reminded me of God’s love’ Robin Dzikiti (Luton) shares how his faith has kept him going

I Calum Montgomery (Sale) ‘L.S.F’ by Kasabian I was 15 or 16, gigging and playing with different bands, and this was a song we always played. It’s a great song.

‘Nefertiti’ by Miles Davis It’s a Wayne Shorter composition and performed by Miles’s second great quintet. I first heard it studying music at uni and had about three days until my composition submission. I heard this tune and scrapped my work completely – I wanted to write my version of this!

‘Neurosis’ by Chucho Valdés It’s just a great tune to play, but it’s so hard.

‘I Am Not Alone’ by Kari Jobe I was first introduced to this at a divisional youth gathering, when a singer for the worship team suggested the song. The lyrics are so powerful and remind us God’s always with us.

‘The Detour’ by Sarah Kroger You might know ‘Belovedness’ by the same person. I was introduced to ‘Belovedness’ on the ride back from Territorial Music School very late on a Saturday. The words were great and I listened to the album. ‘The Detour’ talks about life and the journey we go on. We might feel like we have some kind of plan or direction, but the detours that knock us off course are the things that God has placed for us and the things that God is able to help us in, so we’re where he needs us to be.

O Based on an episode of Salvationist Radio’s Me and My Playlist. The podcast features young people from across the territory, as they share five tracks they love. Listen to more episodes at salvationist.org.uk/podcasts.

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WAS born into a Christian household and baptised when I was about 11 years old.

My mother, a devout Christian in the Methodist Church in Zimbabwe, was influential in my early years of Christianity.

I was a regular congregant and member of Sunday school until I was sent off to a Catholic boarding school.

I became involved in The Salvation Army after meeting my wife, Leah, in 2001. Leah was a member of the Army from childhood.

I became an adherent in 2017 and became a soldier in 2018.

Up, down and up is the best way I can describe my relationship with God in short.

The first ‘up’ reflects my early Christian journey as a child who was always happy and brought up in a loving family unit with a lot of friends and very few problems. In 1993, when I was 15, I lost my young brother who was 13. He fell ill while we were at the same boarding school and died suddenly a few days after. Three years later I lost an elder brother. Being that young, I probably didn’t port or explanation, which led get much support me off the rails..

This period iss the ‘down’ part of my th God: I lost my faith, relationship with stopped going to church and started moking heavily. The latter ‘up’ drinking and smoking od when I met Leah and part is the period found purpose again. We have three ren together, Brian (16), beautiful children nd Harvey (10).

Kourtney (12) and ped me get through my My faith helped nd dd eath. hM ath her h ad d father’s illness aand death.

Myy ffather had or more than 15 years – a long illness for ctive pulmonary disease chronic obstructive ving in the UK. He eventually – while I was living n 2017. Being so far passed away in anaged to visit away, I only managed s, which still him a few times, hurts. However,r, my faith has kept me going and helped dark period per erio iod d me through thiss dark orted in and I am comforted e is in knowing that he ng over us.

Heaven watching sed with I was diagnosed n May colon cancer in lyy I was this year. Initially ke my lost, and I felt like ut on life had been put

hold. I was nervous, anxious and depressed.

While in hospital, I started getting a lot of visits from corps members, family, friends and work colleagues. A lot of people were praying for me, and I also started praying for myself.

The love that I was shown reminded me of God’s love. I slowly started to gain my confidence back and the fear, anxiety and depression started fading away. A few weeks ago, my oncologist told me that there was no evidence of cancer after reviewing my scans following my chemotherapy. For me, this was God showing me that he keeps his promises as said in the Bible in Isaiah 41:10: ‘So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God... I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.’ This verse gives me the strength that I need whenever I am facing challenges.

O Read more about Luton Corps on page 11.

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REVIEW

A heartfelt celebration of connection Pictures: Andrew King Photography

Ivan Radford reviews the musical Belongings

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BELONG in Christ,’ sings someone halfway through Belongings. The fact that they are singing it in the middle of a Salvation Army charity shop makes the moment all the more unlikely – and all the more moving.

The musical, by Stephanie Lamplough and Paul Sharman (both Music and Creative Arts), sees 13 people trapped in said shop because of a storm. As their time together unfolds, we find out more about them and, crucially, they find out about each other: it’s a show rooted in listening to and valuing other people.

The cast includes the optimistic and bubbly Celeste (Grace Moir) and Maisie (Josie Lamplough), the faithful Grace (Tanya Limted) the considerate Paul (Philip James) and caring Lisa (Captain Alison Chapman), the resilient Susie (Bethany Henderson) and comic relief Kevin (Reuben Dykes), the thoughtful Mia (Mia Laird), troubled Connor (Erlend Smith), shy Liam (Nathaniel Leighton) and fragile Val (Stephanie Bonser-Ward). Holding them all together is the boisterous Captain Sandra (Alicia Begley), who serves as our narrator and gives us an insight into their situations.

From the off, it’s intentionally an ensemble piece, with the catchy earworm ‘S.A. Charity Shop’ giving the characters a couple of lines to introduce themselves.

The rousing ‘Dare to Care’ captures the mission of every expression of the Army to ‘see a world that’s good, a world that’s fair’.

As we spend time with these people on their own, the musical really finds its groove. Lamplough and Sharman deftly hop between genres to fit each character’s personality, from the jazzy swagger of ‘Flying High!’ (delivered with charisma by Dykes) to the sashaying Sherman Brothersesque ‘Look for the Blue in the Sky’. ‘Can I Have This Dance?’ is perhaps the boldest

item, as it introduces God (Charlie Green) and imagines his call to follow him as a dance invitation – and grounds that metaphor in the moving shame of Mia, who is too busy running scared to see herself through God’s eyes.

The importance of seeing, and treating, everyone as God’s loved creations is echoed in the most heart-breaking number, ‘I Remember You’, as Val – who is living with dementia – recalls past summers with trembling, vivid lucidity. Bonser-Ward’s performance will resonate with anyone who has encountered dementia, reminding us to look past the condition and see the person.

In these moments, Begley’s heartfelt narration fades into the background and lets each character take the spotlight. That means that when the passionate cast unites come the finale, it really packs a punch. Led by Limted’s inspiring Grace, the barnstorming ‘I Belong in Christ’ reinforces the joy and peace that come with knowing that you belong to the Lord. ‘I know I am known in you,’ she testifies, before the ensemble collectively demonstrate the impact of reflecting that knowledge, and acceptance, to others.

All this in a charity shop? That’s the inspired bit – Belongings shows that conversations about life and faith can happen anywhere. It’s a rousing celebration of the difference Army charity shops make in their communities, and a stirring challenge to all Salvationists to remember they might be the only interaction someone else has with the Army as a church. After all, no matter where you are, you belong in Christ – and that’s something to sing about.

Belongings on tour Following a sold-out performance at Birmingham Citadel on 21 October, Belongings will visit 9 corps over the next 2 years. These dates are confirmed: 3 February 2024 Sheffield Citadel 4 April 2024 King’s Park Conference Centre (Easter Music Course) 8 June 2024 Regent Hall 5 October 2024 Princes Hall theatre (Clevedon)

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at Together 2023, with the cast subject to change at other performances. At Birmingham Citadel on 21 October, Nik King played God, while Jennie Blessett took the part of Susie.

For more information, visit salvationist.org.uk/belongings.

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Come alive in Christ!

Major Howard Webber reminds us that God’s grace outmeasures the enormity of our sins

ROMANS 6:1–14

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LTHOUGH the apostle Paul knew and experienced God’s forgiveness, he never forgot the enormity – the extreme seriousness – of what he had done in persecuting Christ’s followers. ‘I put many of the Lord’s people in prison,’ he declared to King Agrippa many years later, ‘and when they were put to death, I cast my vote against them’ (Acts 26:10).

Yet, he was able to say: ‘Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners – of whom I am the worst’ (1 Timothy 1:15).

No wonder Paul, like John Newton in his well-loved hymn, saw God’s grace as being something absolutely amazing. In Romans 5:20, he writes that ‘where sin increased, grace increased all the more.’

God’s grace outmeasures the enormity of our sins.

PAUSE AND REFLECT Have you ever wondered whether God could forgive something you’ve said or done, something no one else knows anything about?

It seems, however, that Paul was aware of people misinterpreting what he said.

They suggested that, if they continued sinning, their increased sin would magnify God’s forgiveness and reveal even more of the enormousness of God’s grace. In doing so, they were virtually saying that sin was a good thing.

This obviously appalled Paul, for new life in Christ involves a decisive break with the old. As Paul states in 2 Corinthians 6

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5:17: ‘Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: the old has gone, the new is here!’

Songwriter Graham Kendrick expresses the joy of new life in Christ: ‘All I once held dear, built my life upon,/ All this world reveres, and wars to own,/ All I once thought gain I have counted loss;/ Spent and worthless now, compared to this:/ Knowing you, Jesus, knowing you,/ There is no greater thing’ (SASB 565).

Paul reminds believers that the total immersion they experienced at their baptism symbolised the death and burial of the old self. The re-emergence from the water represented rebirth – a resurrection into a new life.

As Jesus said to Nicodemus: ‘Very truly I tell you, no one can see the Kingdom of God unless they are born again’ (John 3:3). In baptism, the believer identifies themselves with Christ in his death and resurrection.

This doesn’t mean that we never sin, rather that we no longer live in sin – it no longer has the power it once had over us.

What we once were is dead and buried.

PAUSE AND REFLECT Is baptism by full immersion in water necessary?

Can one have the experience of new life without it?

Can one be baptised in water yet not have the reality it represents?

Whether or not we have undergone water baptism, our need is to be united

with Jesus in a death like his. In his letter to the Philippians, Paul states that Jesus made himself ‘nothing’ (2:7). Many of us want to be ‘something’. However, we must relinquish our independence if we are to be united with him. We need to die to sin and self to become alive in Jesus (see v11).

In his analogy, Jesus made it clear that our relationship with him has to be as branches on a vine (see John 15:1–8 and Romans 11:17 and 18). We are the branches and Jesus is the true vine. A branch is totally dependent on the vine for its health, nourishment and ability to bear fruit that will ripen (see John 15:16).

Devotees of other religions often live according to the teachings of their religion’s founder. True Christianity is far more than that. Jesus Christ is alive, and a Christian has an organic, living relationship with him. We are in Christ and Christ is in us. Therefore, what flows through Jesus flows through us. There is an intimacy whereby we can say in the words of C Austin Miles’s hymn ‘In the Garden’: ‘He walks with me, and he talks with me,/ And he tells me I am his own,/ And the joy we share as we tarry there,/ None other has ever known.’

PAUSE AND REFLECT How is your relationship with Jesus?

From what Paul writes, it would seem that Satan is in the resurrection business too, always wanting to resurrect our old sinful selves. Dying to self needs to be a constant thing. Paul urges: ‘Put to death … whatever belongs to your earthly

Prayer Matters contains daily devotions covering specific areas in the territory, current worldwide situations and personal reflection and relationship with God. A PDF of the unedited booklet is available to download from salvationist.org.uk/resources.

In November prayers will be centred on Jesus, who brings healing.

‘JESUS SAID…’ FOCUS

by Stephanie Chagas-Bijl SATURDAY 28 OCTOBER ‘Come, follow me... and I will send you out to fish for people’ (Matthew 4:19). Those words are still at the heart of Jesus’ calling for each of us. Pray for people who still haven’t heard Christ’s message to follow him, and for those who have heard and are struggling in their response.

nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry’ (Colossians 3:5).

There are impulses that are in direct conflict with God – appetites, passions and pleasures that can so easily control us. Paul reminds Christians: ‘You have taken off your old self with its practices and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator’ (Colossians 3:9 and 10).

Paul isn’t saying we no longer sin, but that it should no longer reign (see v12), and we must not give it any room. It mustn’t be allowed to even get a foot in the door. There mustn’t be any area, however small, surrendered to sin (see v13).

In the words of Charles Wesley: ‘Leave no unguarded place,/ No weakness of the soul;/ Take every virtue, every grace,/ And fortify the whole’ (SASB 979).

Christ must be our magnificent obsession. May each of us be so immersed in him and he in us that there isn’t any aspect of our lives wherein he isn’t thought of or referred to. Our offering of every part of ourselves to God as ‘an instrument of righteousness’ (v13) is not from fear of breaking God’s Law but rather an expression of our gratitude for the undeserved free gift of salvation through his love and grace.

MAJOR HOWARD WEBBER Retired Officer Bournemouth

SUNDAY 29 OCTOBER ‘Jesus reached out his hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” he said.

“Be clean!” Immediately he was cleansed of his leprosy’ (Matthew 8:3).

Pray for those struggling with illness, whether it is short-term or chronic, whether the healing seems possible, or not.

MONDAY 30 OCTOBER ‘Why do you entertain evil thoughts in your hearts?’ (Matthew 9:4). Jesus challenged the teachers of the Law who were accusing him of blasphemy for forgiving sins. Pray for your own mind. Ask God to purify anything that may be cynical or degrading to yourself or someone else.

TUESDAY 31 OCTOBER ‘I praise you, Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children’ (Matthew 11:25). Pray that as a body of Christ we would be challenged in our pride and arrogance – that a spirit of humility and yielding to God’s love and purpose would abound.

WELLBEING FOCUS

by Major Sarah Evans (Director of Well Being Department, THQ) WEDNESDAY 1 NOVEMBER Next week many officers will be starting the challenge Step It Up to a Better You, looking at exercise, nutrition, rest and dealing with stress. Pray for the physical and mental health of all in spiritual leadership.

THURSDAY 2 NOVEMBER ‘Ours is not a distant God, remote, unfeeling,/ Who is careless of our loneliness and pain,/ Through the ministry of men he gives his healing,/ In their dedicated hands brings hope again’ (SASB 10). Pray for the work of The Salvation Army’s Counselling Service.

FRIDAY 3 NOVEMBER ‘Wash from my hands the dust of earthly striving;/ Take from my mind the stress of secret fear’ (SASB 742). Pray for healing and restoration for all who attend the Well Being Department event Flourishing in Ministry later this month.

PRAYER REQUESTS Do you have something or someone you’d like us to pray for?

Email salvationist@salvationarmy.org.uk with ‘prayer request’ in the subject line and the Territorial Prayer Network will uphold them in prayer.

Different parts, one body The UKI Territory’s team of intercultural mission officers introduce themselves S so many towns, cities and suburban areas become culturally richer, it’s important to learn how we can live and journey together in a way that celebrates diversity and unity. The territory’s team of intercultural mission officers play a part in positively impacting the territory’s intercultural journey. They will use their passions and skills in corps and divisions, and in wider intercultural challenges and opportunities. Based around the territory, they are available to resource and equip the UKI Territory.

Salvationist asked them to introduce themselves, their work and why intercultural mission matters to them.

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MAJOR JONNY SMITH THQ

CAPTAIN ADRIAN ALLEN STOTFOLD

MAJOR MARK WAGHORN DUBLIN CITY

My passion is to see a Church that reflects the community it serves, in every way. I want to support people who feel that they are on the outside looking in, and I will advocate for people who feel forgotten about or excluded because of who they are or what their background is. There is richness in diversity and my hope is that, as a team, we build upon the good work already taking place across the territory, while also challenging areas or activities that exclude people.

My hope is that we can better equip and empower a Salvation Army where people of all colours, cultures and backgrounds are embraced without discrimination. A place where all people feel that they are equally valued and included. For this, I am happy to support the Ireland Division on the journey that they are on. I am also looking to explore intercultural praise within the division.

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Twenty-one years ago, I found myself, along with my wife, living in a hyper-diverse community and leading a corps that really represented the diversity. This journey opened my eyes to a tangible reality of Revelation 7:9, seeing people from all backgrounds gathering together and worshipping God. As we see so many tensions and disagreements in communities within our territory, my passion is to see glimpses of the Kingdom coming around this territory where the whosoever are truly welcomed and embraced.

LIEUTENANT NAZIA YOUSAF STOCKPORT HEATON NORRIS

CAPTAIN KAY BLUES LIVINGSTON

I hope the UKI Salvation Army will match the speed and pace of the rapidly changing culture and outlook of the UK. This group will help build the bridges between different groups by providing opportunities to listen and belong. I am passionate about seeing how different cultures come together for worship and mission, and how we build and challenge each other in a godly way for a brighter future by accepting, understanding and celebrating the differences and integrating in his name. I am also passionate to see women given their place, and would like to journey with challenging injustice around this issue.

I feel very privileged to be given the role of intercultural mission officer in Scotland. This, I believe, is a God-given role, as it grieves my heart – and I would think God’s – given that other denominations have greater diversity in their churches and, subsequently, their leadership. We need to embrace our differences and be more inclusive as our mission statement intends us to be. I am passionate about playing a part in helping corps on their intercultural journey to welcome and embrace other cultures and to give people a voice. I am also happy to be involved with African Praise Fellowship Zimbabwe.

LIEUT-COLONEL EDGAR CHAGAS CROYDON CITADEL

LIEUT-COLONEL SARA CHAGAS CROYDON CITADEL

I am passionate about seeing every Salvationist embracing the increased multicultural reality of our corps, and to endeavour to relate to their communities in a contextualised way. I would like to see more opportunities for training in different contexts and experiences in intercultural mission and ministry made available to people young and old and at every level of our Army.

I am passionate about integrated mission and ministry and how this can bring people of different cultures and languages together. I would like to see more intercultural interaction amongst Latinos in our Salvation Army here in the UK. When we are thinking of reaching out to people of other cultures and languages, it would also be helpful to make more resources accessible in different languages to help in discipleship and a deeper understanding of what the Army is all about.

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CAPTAIN WAN GI LEE ST ALBANS

CAPTAIN PAUL WILLIAMS FELIXSTOWE

I am so blessed to be part of intercultural mission, which is a paramount missional task today with so many local and global conflicts. Many of them are, sadly, arising from a lack of cultural understanding, respect and interaction. To me, this intercultural mission is to practise Jesus’ ministry of reconciliation. ‘His purpose was to create in himself one new humanity out of the two, thus making peace’ by destroying ‘the barrier, the dividing wall of hostility’ (Ephesians 2:14 and 15). My contribution as an intercultural mission officer will be writing, sharing stories and engaging with people to bring and taste the wonderful reality of reconciliation in Jesus, in order to weave the stories of coming together as the counter-narrative in our age of disinformation and division.

For me, the great strength of intercultural encounters is that they allow me – perhaps even force me – to recognise and reassess my biases. Encountering how the ‘other’ lives, understands and expresses their faith ‘forces’ me to reflect on my responses. Intercultural mission depends on deep conversations and a certain amount of vulnerability. This, of course, applies to both parties. These conversations open our horizons and allow us to experience more of the diversity of the Kingdom of God. I’m happy to be a sounding board and help facilitate intercultural conversation, to help build much-needed relationships within corps settings and, in so doing, broaden people’s horizons.

MAJOR MARJORY PARROTT SWADLINCOTE

CAPTAIN LIZETTE WILLIAMS FELIXSTOWE

My hope is that we are able to build on the work that others have done, and that we will see a truly inclusive Salvation Army.

My passion is to effectively reach out to those who are second and third-generation, as we sometimes feel adrift, because we belong, but in different ways. I am happy to serve within areas others are looking at, and will continue to be involved in areas like resources. I am also helping with the Intercultural Mission Conference in March 2024.

My hope is that we can work together to make The Salvation Army a place where all people can belong. For this, I am passionate about seeing equity for non-white female opportunities. I am also willing to be involved in the Intercultural Mission Conference.

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O For more on the Intercultural Mission Conference (8–10 March

2024), visit salvationist.org.uk/intercultural-mission-conference.

SPOTLIGHT ON…

Luton Loving and serving the whole community FAST FACTS DIVISION: Central, Southern and Channel Islands CORPS OFFICERS: Majors Maxine and Ralph Walker FIND US ONLINE: facebook.com/ lutonsa

DEVOTION IN DIVERSITY We are now in our ninth year as the corps officers at Luton. We’re a large, ethnically diverse corps with a substantial social programme, serving and supporting people from all backgrounds and beliefs with equal devotion and determination.

In addition to our YP and senior music sections we have a strong African community, who sing in Shona, and drama and timbrel groups for special occasions.

In a town bigger than some cities, with high levels of immigration, homelessness, addiction, unemployment and debt, where anything can become a currency, authorities look to us as the main community organisation offering assistance. We do all that we can with the wide knowledge and connections we have. It’s been a chapter of immense changes, challenges and opportunities to share the love of Christ with everyone around us.

MISSION IN MOTION During the Covid-19 pandemic we maintained contact with all our church members, either by phone or by distanced

visits. We held online Zoom parties for the children with the YP team, and party bags were delivered to homes in advance to keep in contact with all the family. Meanwhile, we made and delivered more than 16,000 food parcels, for which we were commended individually as officers and collectively on behalf of the corps for our services to the community.

We now average about 280 food parcels a week and issue kettle-packs to those in temporary accommodation with no kitchen facilities. We provide a toiletry bank, sanitary bank, baby bank, clothing bank, food bank, debt advice centre and school holiday clubs with hot meals.

Around a year ago we started ‘eat and play’ toddler sessions after we found that a number of families who were new to the country were coming to the food bank but leaving behind items they were unfamiliar with. After an hour of play, we all sit down and eat a vegetarian meal produced using two or three things that are typically found in a UK food parcel. It’s proved very popular, not only to ‘eat and play’ but also as an opportunity to develop their English language skills.

The mission of the corps is to be there for people, and we are known as a safe zone and a warm zone. We open our Welcome Inn café twice a week to talk to people who are lonely or struggling, and run a fortnightly Cameo club. Our annual Christmas Present Appeal sees more than 1,500 toy parcels distributed to children most in need, who would not otherwise receive any gifts. It’s a

mammoth operation that starts in the middle of October and finishes in the third week of December.

VALUING OUR VOLUNTEERS We want to especially recognise our amazing volunteers and thank them for all that they do. Because of the vulnerability of our clients and the people in our community, we have incredibly high standards of safeguarding at the corps, and everyone is committed to providing a top-quality service in all that we do. We have an amazing Sunday school team, and one reason why we are blessed with so many children is because they all work so hard.

INTER-FAITH AND INTER-AGENCY Major Ralph sits on Luton Council of Faiths, which holds meetings with a wide range of religious leaders to work through inter-faith issues and provide statements on inter-faith matters. Collaborative working is essential to Luton’s mission and upholding the Army’s mission priorities, particularly serving others without discrimination.

We are known as the people who say ‘yes’ when offered things, as we know we will come across somebody who needs it sooner or later. We work closely with schools and other agencies to meet all sorts of needs. If you want it, we can try and get it. We’re known for getting it done and this has spread by word of mouth, which keeps us perpetually beyond busy!

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Others UK launches Christmas collection

Choir celebrates modern slavery survivors REGENT HALL

UK THIS Christmas, Others UK – Trade for Hope will be branching into the festive season with carefully handcrafted products created by artisans in Bangladesh and Kenya.

Others is a Salvation Army initiative using fair trade principles to create jobs and contribute to employment and poverty alleviation.

The Christmas collection includes items such as ornaments, unique handcrafted gifts and homeware.

All of them are created by women in communities where fair working conditions and opportunities would be otherwise limited.

Each item bought through Others UK will give the gift of dignity, independence and hope to an artisan, their family and their community.

Monoli, from Bangladesh, shared: ‘Every time I sit down to sew, the needle tells the story of Others. The Salvation Army is not just a place to work or get training but it is where I get my dignity. It has given me a life I would never have had.’

Georgina from Kenya adds: ‘Since I joined Others, my life has changed.

I can pay my rent, support my children and see a big change in my life.’

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A CONCERT marking Anti-Slavery Day (18 October) celebrated survivors of modern slavery.

The event, supported by Regent Hall Songsters and female a cappella group Black Voices, culminated in a performance by ‘Dreams’, a singing group made up of survivors of modern slavery supported by the Army’s London Outreach Service.

The survivors delighted the audience with inspiring performances, from Jessie J’s ‘Price Tag’ and Abba’s ‘Mamma Mia’ to the title song from The Sound of Music.

The singing group was formed out of music therapy sessions, one of the specialist activities developed by the Army to help survivors manage the trauma they have experienced. The weekly sessions welcome people from all over the world, who come along to enjoy singing together and opportunities for mutual support.

Her Royal Highness Princess Eugenie, co-founder of The Anti-Slavery Collective, attended the concert.

The audience were encouraged to consider how they could join in supporting survivors of modern slavery as Territorial Director of Anti-Trafficking and Modern Slavery Major Kathy Betteridge explained the importance of raising awareness of this all-pervasive crime, and the Army’s work in helping survivors as they rebuild their lives. – AR

HARVEST

RISCA Harvest weekend began with the visit of the Newbridge and District Ladies Choir and euphonium soloist Rhys Durrant. The event raised funds for next year’s ISB visit celebrating 150 years of The Salvation Army in Wales. On Sunday, corps officers Majors Kingsley and Paula Layton spoke about sowing the seed, before a Harvest lunch. – JB

ENVIRONMENT

LIFEHOUSE

Army announces 2040 net zero target THQ THE Salvation Army in the UKI Territory has set bold targets to tackle its impact on the environment and reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2040.

By 2030, the Army plans to reduce the territory’s greenhouse gas emissions by half, and by 90 per cent by 2040. This will hit the target of net-zero carbon emissions – that is, balancing the amount of greenhouse gases emitted against the amount removed from the atmosphere.

Territorial Commander Commissioner Anthony Cotterill said: ‘The need to reduce carbon emissions to avert climate catastrophe is a call we must answer now – the personal price that will be shouldered by those who are most vulnerable if we do not cannot be ignored.

‘As a church, two of our mission priorities are to “care for creation” and to “seek justice and reconciliation” – these go hand in hand with conversations around climate change.

Every day we stand with communities whose lives are impacted by decisions outside their control – they did not create this situation, they should not bear the brunt of its consequences.

‘Our Army is in a position to do more than is simply necessary to reduce our impact on the planet and to stand by communities who can do no more and whose lives will be devastated if we do just enough.

‘We have chosen an ambitious but achievable goal of reaching net zero by 2040 and, over the next 17 years, we will be working across our organisation to support our mission expressions and our people in drastically reducing The Salvation Army’s carbon emissions. We will stand by those

who are most vulnerable to tackle this global challenge.’

At the core of the strategy is the decarbonisation of buildings, fleet and supply chains. The first in a series of threeyear Carbon Management Plans (2024–2026) is being drafted, detailing and scheduling the projects that will be undertaken. There will be an initial focus on the territory’s property for decarbonisation efforts, and the Property team is assessing the estate in detail to identify opportunities to reduce emissions and energy consumption.

Work is already under way to tackle the Army’s impact on the environment, including: installing 19 solar PV systems – which generate electricity from sunlight – with a further 10 being developed; installing 10 full LED lighting replacements as a trial run to larger-scale rollout; large, energyconsuming buildings under our half-hourly electricity meter contract from 100 per cent renewable electricity; and developing a national Environmental Champions network.

However, the territory is also caring for creation by encouraging Army expressions and communities to reuse and recycle clothing and other products through the community and trading company shops to avoid carbon emissions from manufacturing new goods. The Army is also contacting expressions to offer support reviewing their waste management in a bid to reduce and divert the waste going to landfill and improving recycling efficiency. – AR O For more information, including how to become an Environmental Champion, visit salvationist.org.uk/environment.

ANNIVERSARY

BARKING Bromley Temple Songsters visited to celebrate the 150th corps anniversary.

Captains Heidie and Richard Bradbury (IHQ) led worship, focusing on Matthew 11:28–30. Bromley Temple Songsters then provided comfort and encouragement with ‘I Am Free’, ‘We Will Sing God’s Praise!’ and ‘Somebody Prayed for Me’. – SW

25 years of fighting homelessness NEW DIRECTION LIFEHOUSE CELEBRATIONS were held at New Direction Lifehouse in Braintree to mark its 25th anniversary.

Representatives from partner organisations joined staff and residents past and present for a barbecue and karaoke.

Service Manager Sharon Ralph has managed the centre for 14 years and worked there for nearly 20. She explained: ‘It’s rewarding watching the residents grow, move on, achieve the things they want to achieve and move into their own accommodation.

‘We’ll carry on doing what we are doing and it’s nice to be able to recognise the fact that we have been here for a quarter of a century. Today is a thank you to the agencies we work with and for the support we get from the community.’

As a former resident, Programme Manager Anthony Reay (pictured with Sharon), will always consider the Lifehouse a special place.

He said the support he received helped shape his future: ‘I found the team very welcoming, and this enabled me to build on myself. I was in college and had a part-time job and thought becoming homeless would mean I needed to give up both, but because of New Direction I didn’t need to.’ – AR Salvationist Salvationist 28 DayOctober Month 2023

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‘Alarming increase’ in modern slavery UK THE number of people supported by the Army’s modern slavery services has increased in every region across England and Wales.

A new report from The Salvation Army shows that, in the past year, 3,533 people were rescued and supported in safe houses and outreach services run by the Army with its partners. This is a 5 per cent increase on the previous year. Many had been forced to commit crimes or work against their will or had been coerced into sex work.

Estimates released earlier this month show that, for every survivor of modern slavery in the UK who has had the opportunity to escape and receive support, there are at least seven more people who remain trapped in slave-like conditions.

Director of Anti-Trafficking and Modern Slavery Major Kathy Betteridge said: ‘We are deeply concerned by the alarming increase in people trapped in modern slavery in every region across England and Wales. Modern slavery tends to be hidden in plain sight and we are continuing to see there is no limit to the imagination of a trafficker when it comes to people being bought and sold. Anyone can help fight modern slavery by raising the alarm if you are worried someone is being exploited.’

Over the past 12 years, The Salvation Army and its partners have helped 21,824 adult survivors get medical care, counselling and legal advice and a safe place to stay through the government’s Modern Slavery Victim Care Contract. – AR O If you suspect you or someone you have met is a victim of modern slavery,

contact the free confidential helpline on 0800 808 3733.

HARVEST HISTON Harvest weekend began with a supper and quiz night, offering an opportunity to invite and share with friends who do not regularly worship at the corps. Harvest thanksgiving was led by Captain Lindsey Taylor (Kings Ripton Court Lifehouse), who shared the story of the feeding of the five thousand and her day-to-day experiences as a chaplain. The donations on display were given to Captain Lindsey for welcome packs for her residents. – JC WELLING The corps was blown away by how much food was given to its food bank throughout Harvest celebrations, led by three corps members who completed the Growing Leaders course. The service included welcoming new adherents, which prompted someone else to ask about becoming an adherent. The corps also hosted The Great Welling Dessert Off, its second annual baking event. Contestants ranged from ages 3 to 87 and a regular coffee morning attendee acted as the judge. The day concluded with a Harvest lunch. The corps was especially excited as a volunteer attended for the first time to support those leading the service. – KS SELBY An interactive family Harvest celebration included a ‘Harvest shuffle’, as a pizza was prepared to highlight the international mileage of the ingredients. The display comprised gifts for teenagers in preparation for the Christmas appeal. – RK

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BRIEF UPDATES CWM During morning worship, corps folk generously donated items that will be used for Christmas food parcels. – PC TEDDINGTON Food donated at the Harvest festival will support people in the community over the winter.

Donated chocolate will supplement Christmas parcels for children who would otherwise not receive gifts. – EW RHOSLLANERCHRUGOG Corps officer Captain Darren Hampton took items donated at Harvest to the local food bank, which is run from Rhos Community Café by Grace Lockhart.

The corps works with Grace as part of Rhosllanerchrugog Churches Together. – DH STOCKPORT CITADEL Harvest celebrations began with a supper.

They continued on Sunday, when Ali Thornton-Dean (Sale) led inspiring and challenging worship on the parable of the mustard seed. – PH HAMILTON The corps celebrated Harvest with Major Caroline Buchanan (Peterhead). She challenged everyone to look beyond the food produced on the farm and to see the other crops to be harvested around them. The food produce was given to the corps food bank and fruit baskets were distributed. – WL STAPLE HILL Harvest Sunday was held in Page Hall as the corps building is being refurbished. Corps officer Major Colin Hylton-Jones reminded the congregation they are ‘ministers of creation’ charged with caring for the world. Food and produce given in the traditional way were donated to Bourne Christian Centre’s food distribution programme. – VW SUNDERLAND MILLFIELD The men’s and ladies’ fellowships joined together to enjoy a talk from the Great North Air Ambulance Service. – AM

TRIBUTES

MAJOR CHRISTINE EDWIN MAJOR Christine Edwin, together with her husband Colin, entered the International Training College in 1986 as members of the Messengers of Joy session. Following commissioning, they were appointed to West Cornforth Corps, in the then Durham and Tees Division. Appointments to Royston, Crewe and St Albans Corps followed. In 2000, they were appointed as centre managers to commission, open and then manage the Army’s new care home for the elderly, Youell Court, in Coventry. After six years there, they returned to corps leadership at Nuneaton, from where Christine retired from active service in 2009.

Throughout their service, they shared all their responsibilities. Christine, having been an English teacher in her earlier years, excelled in her Christian teaching, especially in Bible studies, which were always well-researched and very helpful and informative to all who listened.

In retirement, Christine and Colin enjoyed conducting Sunday services, especially at Evesham, an unofficered corps. Christine’s illness was relatively short. She was promoted to Glory from her home, surrounded by her husband and two sons. She is now at Home with her Lord, whom she loved and served.

Christine’s smile will remain etched in the sight of all who knew her, particularly her husband, Colin, her sons, Simon and Mark, her grandchildren and her greatgranddaughter. – CE Please note that soldiers’ and adherents’ tributes that are submitted for publication should be no longer than 150 words.

Good quality pictures will be included. Please do not send your copy to any individual’s email address as this could delay publication. Copy should be sent to salvationist@salvationarmy.org.uk.

MALCOLM MOULTON TORQUAY BORN in 1938, Malcolm was a lifelong Salvationist. He became a junior soldier and YP band member at St Mary Cray, transferring later to Bromley Temple, where he became a bandsman, songster pianist and singing company leader.

In 1954 Malcolm started work at Reliance Bank, IHQ, and in 1961 he was appointed to the International Staff Band in which he served for 26 years. Malcolm was a fine musician, using his talents wherever he served.

Malcolm married Audrey Hill in 1964 and in subsequent years attended Sutton, Ilford and Barking Corps until settling at Gillingham in Kent in 1972, remaining there for 24 years before retiring to Torquay.

Quietly spoken, Malcolm was the epitome of a true Christian gentleman, and his memory will remain precious to his wife, four children and six grandchildren. He was promoted to Glory on 2 September after a lifetime of service for the Lord he loved. – MG

JOYCE LEAR STAPLE HILL JOYCE was born in Bristol on 19 September 1928, the only child of Charlotte and Ernest Saint.

Joyce married Ray Lear in 1952 and they were together for 61 years before Ray was promoted to Glory in 2013. Their three children, Dennis, Robert and Gwen, attended Sunday school at Staple Hill. Through this connection, Ray and Joyce began to attend and eventually became soldiers.

Joyce was a great helper in the charity shop and was always a willing worker.

She was home league secretary for more than 25 years. During this time, she forged links with other local women’s groups and regularly spoke at women’s meetings at other churches.

Joyce is fondly remembered by six grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren. While unable to attend worship in person for a number of years, she continued to take an active interest in the corps, being a very gracious, much loved and respected member. – VW

VERONICA MITCHELL READING CENTRAL VERONICA Cuthbert was born in the Mothers’ Hospital, Hackney, in 1938.

At the age of 18 she emigrated to Canada and soldiered at Dovercourt Citadel. Two years later, she returned to England and attended Regent Hall, where she met Alex Mitchell. The couple married in 1961.

With their sons, Angus and David, the family moved to Southall Citadel in 1968, where Veronica became singing company leader. Having a love of singing from an early age, Veronica received vocal training at Trinity College of Music before the family transferred to Reading Central in 1976. Veronica was deputy songster leader for more than 18 years.

A member of the National Songsters in the early 1960s, Veronica joined the International Staff Songsters in 1981, enjoying 18 years’ service. She continued as a songster at Reading Central throughout retirement. – PBM

TREVOR JENNENS CLEVEDON TREVOR – or Tricky, as he was known – was a muchloved husband to Shirly, father to Heather and Kirsty and grandfather to Samuel.

He was also a lifelong, dedicated and caring Salvationist, working hard as the corps fundraiser and member of the corps council.

Trevor held many leadership positions in the corps over the years and was playing his bass in the band just a few days before he died.

As an avid brass band lover, he would travel many miles to a band concert.

He was well known in the community and a member of the local golf club.

Trevor is missed by his family, Christian community and friends from all over the world. He is missed not only for the things he did but also for being the man of God he was. – LC Salvationist 28 October 2023

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ELLIE Adams and Michael McKenzie were enrolled as soldiers by corps officer Captain Faith Scales. Ellie was brought to the parent-and-toddler group by her mum and continued to grow within the Brownies and Guides sections of the corps. After beginning to attend worship, Ellie knew that God has so much in store for her and testified to being excited to share her faith with others. Michael testified to knowing God for several years and, after being invited by Songster Leader Stuart Hook (pictured) to attend worship, he was led to explore his relationship with Jesus further.

ELSIE Willoughby was re-enrolled as a soldier by corps officer Captain Karen Thomas. Elsie was supported by friends and family as she renewed her covenant. During a time of testimony, she shared Ephesians 5:1 and 2, which was followed by the singing of ‘Jesus Take Me as I Am’. Pictured with Elsie are Captain Karen and Corps Sergeant-Major Mark Roberts. – KT

CLAIRE Newman was welcomed as an adherent by corps officer Captain Keith Scales. Claire started to attend worship with her son, George, when the new S-Club Sundays started and, within a couple of weeks, they settled into the fellowship. Claire testified that she never knew church was like this, having expected it to be boring! As she journeys with Jesus, Claire is eager to share her faith and bring others into the Kingdom. Also pictured are Recruiting Sergeant Ann Hook and Songster Leader Stuart Hook. – FS

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CARRIE Harrington and Richard Jacob were enrolled as soldiers by Captain Katrina Thurlow (East of England DHQ) and corps leader Territorial Envoy Ruth Morey. Carrie testified that an incident when she was six years old, which almost cost her life, led her to become a nurse, but she always wanted to belong to a loving church family and a place where she felt God could use her to bless others. Richard spoke of tearing up the sins and mistakes of his past and wanting to make a fresh start in life, follow Jesus and be a light in the dark world. – RM SUE Warnock, Theresa Hall, Diana Schilder, Joanne Cavendish-Evans and Bill Shaw were enrolled as soldiers and Roy Blakeley was welcomed as an adherent by corps officer Major David Lennox. After being enrolled, Joanne testified to God’s working in her life. They are all pictured with corps officer Major Katerina Lennox, Recruiting Sergeant Patricia Baker and Major David. – VR

JO and Paul Dunn and Linda Nye were welcomed as adherents by corps officer Major Teresa Everett. Jo came to the spring sale, then brought her husband, Paul, to the coffee morning. They eventually attended Sunday worship and expressed a desire to be corps members. Linda had recently moved to Christchurch and wanted to find a church, and was invited to the corps by a soldier who lives in the same block of flats. Friends from coffee morning attended the meeting to support and encourage them. All three shared how Jesus is near to them, especially in difficult times. They received books and Bible verses to commemorate the occasion and, while they signed their certificates, the songsters sang ‘Different, Lord, for You’. Also pictured are Corps Sergeant-Major Divisional Envoy Peter Blunden and Recruiting Sergeant Major Margaret Bailey. – TE

CHRISTCHURCH

BRISTON

STEPHEN Fowkes was welcomed as an adherent by corps leader Territorial Envoy Alison Parker.

Stephen testified: ‘During one of the meetings I became aware that my time in holding back in my approach to God was over. I went forward to the mercy seat the following Sunday and I put my faith and trust in Christ as my Lord and Saviour.’ – AP

CATERHAM

EDINBURGH CITY

AS the Edinburgh Festival Fringe drew to a close, Captain Amy-Jo Battersby (Shotts) and the young people of Shotts Corps led worship and Charlotte was enrolled as a junior soldier in the presence of family and friends. – JG

SAFFRON WALDEN

MICK Bamford was welcomed as an adherent by corps leader Territorial Envoy Ailsa Flinders. Mick is a much-loved and valued member of the fellowship who has been a regular attender at worship for many years. Mick sells the War Cry and is a fundraising volunteer and a support to corps members. – JB

CONNIE was welcomed as an adherent by her mother, corps leader Territorial Envoy Julia. Connie has been attending the corps all her life and took steps forward in her faith following this year’s East of England summer school. Also pictured is Rowan Hall from the leadership team. – JA Salvationist 28 October 2023

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ARMY PEOPLE

Appointed Effective 5 October CAPTAIN MARK KENT, Margate Effective 12 October LIEUTENANT KIT MAYSTON-KING, Bromsgrove Effective 19 October MAJOR JOY BECKETT, Barton-upon-Humber Effective 2 November MAJOR CARL HUGGINS, additional appointment, Chaplain, HMP Fosse Way (10 hours a week) Effective 1 May 2024 MAJOR BRYN HARGREAVES, in retirement, Prescot (21 hours a week)

Local officers appointed CSM ESTELLE FELSTEAD, Shaw CS IAN FELSTEAD, Shaw

Wedding anniversaries

ENGAGEMENTS General Lyndon Buckingham and World President of Women’s Ministries Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham Sun 5 Nov ICO Spiritual Day

Chief of the Staff Commissioner Edward Hill and World Secretary for Women’s Ministries Commissioner Shelley Hill Tue 24 Oct – Mon 30 Oct Uganda (Africa Zonal Conference) Fri 3 Nov ICO Lecture

Territorial Commander Commissioner Anthony Cotterill and Territorial Leader for Leader Development Commissioner Gill Cotterill Sun 29 Oct Hemel Hempstead (140th corps anniversary)

Chief Secretary Colonel Paul Main and Territorial Secretary for Leader Development Colonel Jenine Main Sat 28 Oct – Sun 29 Oct Douglas (140th corps anniversary) Sat 4 Nov – Sun 5 Nov Swansea

Emerald (55 years) ANTHONY AND LYNNE PARFITT, Risca, on 19 October

NOTICES Poetry Corner

Dedicated to God AVA VIOLET GLOVER, daughter of Nathan Glover and Amy O’Hara, at Clowne by Divisional Envoy Doreen Heap JOHN GRAYSHIA and MARIA GRAYSHIA, children of Famil and Titus Grayshia, at Stockport Citadel by Captain Maisie Veacock NERIAH EVE GRINSTED, daughter of Sam and Sergei Grinsted, at Winton

by Majors Heather and Stewart Grinsted

Retired officers’ birthdays MAJOR GEORGE HARDY, 85 on 6 November MAJOR MARION BURDETT, 80 on 10 November

Poetry Corner will return for Remembrance Sunday. If you have a Remembrance-inspired poem you would like to share, email it to salvationist@salvationarmy. org.uk for consideration by 2 November.

Tri-Territorial Webinar: Understanding Young People Territorial Addiction Services Officer Lee Ball presents a free webinar about using a trauma-informed lens to understand young people. It takes place at 7am on 31 October. For more information, visit salvationarmy. typeform.com/to/Xtn0O9we.

SOUNDS

Promoted to Glory AMARIS RICHARDSON, Tunbridge Wells ROGER VARLEY, Tunbridge Wells STEWART CAMERON, Tunbridge Wells FREDERICK MAPPLEDORAM, Cambridge Citadel, on 24 August MAVIS EDWARDS, Bedford Congress Hall, from Bedford Charter House on 11 October

Sunday Worship This week’s Sunday Worship is led by Captain Rob Westwood-Payne (Maidenhead). Can’t join us at 11am on Sundays? Catch up with the weekly podcast of highlights. Each week’s broadcast is also repeated in full on Sundays at 6pm, Mondays at 12am and Thursdays at 9am.

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Bereaved YOMA MARTIN, Woking, Jeremy Richardson and Ian Richardson of their mother Amaris Richardson

No Age Limit

MAJOR PAM CAMERON, THQ, and John Cameron, Tunbridge Wells, of their father Stewart Cameron

Join Andy and Ali for an hour of inspiring music, informative chat, testimony and devotions. This month’s episode features special guest International Staff Bandmaster Stephen Cobb. Can’t listen at 5pm on Sunday? The episode is also repeated on Friday 3 November at 11am. You can also listen to Andy and Ali’s devotions by subscribing to the Silver Linings podcast.

BAND COLOUR SGT ROBERT VERSEY, Felixstowe, of his brother John Versey

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SUSAN MAPPLEDORAM, Sarah Mappledoram, Debbie Mappledoram and Philip Mappledoram, all Cambridge Citadel, of their father Frederick Mappledoram

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ADVERTS

RISCA Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 October

RISCA BAND WEEKEND Saturday 28 October, 7pm Special guests

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150TH CORPS ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND Visit of

Bandmaster Carl Saunders Concert in Risca Primary School hall, NP11 6DB Admission by ticket only: £10 per person

INTERNATIONAL STAFF SONGSTERS

Sunday 29 October Morning worship at 10.30am (free admission) Afternoon concert at 12.30pm (free admission) The Salvation Army, 66a Commercial Street, Risca NP11 6BA

Tickets £10, £5 for children aged 5 to 12 (cheque or cash only)

Saturday tickets available from Bandmaster Adrian K Browning Email adriankarlbrowning@gmail.com

Sunday meetings at 10.30am and 3pm

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Tickets from Songster Leader Hilary Letts Email songsterleader@gmail.com

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For more details email advertising@salvationarmy.org.uk.

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AN EVENING WITH THE STARS The world famous Cory Band with international vocal soloist Charlie Green Tickets: £21, available from Richard Campbell on 07387 308718

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