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Hope made whole
EASTER is a celebration, unquestionably, but it comes at a price. There was a process that led to Easter Sunday and the Resurrection. That process involved great anguish, pain, suffering and death. Pastor SM Lockridge preached a famous sermon entitled: It’s Friday, But Sunday’s Coming! It powerfully articulated the need for Friday in order for Sunday to happen.
In Romans 5:3–5, Paul reminds us: ‘Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.’
The territorial theme for Easter this year is Hope Made Whole. The world’s hope is uncertain – it is more of a wish than an assurance – but in Christ, in his death and resurrection, we have a hope that is unshakeable. A hope born out of love. A hope that is complete, whole and enables us to engage in a process of spiritual growth, regardless of our circumstances, leading us to wholeness in and through God’s love made manifest at Easter.
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I am the resurrection and the life
IT was a good Saturday. Or was it? Truthfully, it could have been disastrous. It certainly did not look good in the beginning. I suffered a heart attack. Seems it was quite a significant episode; frightening for Bronwyn and, yes, deeply troubling for me. Was this it? Had my time come? Is this how the Lord was calling me home? What about the kids and the grandkids? What about Bronny? What about my ministry? I still had things that needed to be done. This was not a good Saturday. It was awful, frightening, dark and scary.
And yet, yes, as it happens, it was a good Saturday. As I reflect on that day last October, I celebrate the miracles of that scary day. The right people intervening at the right time. Christian concern that led to action. A beautiful Salvationist nurse whose friend was a Christian cardiologist. A life-saving intervention and even a promise from God himself that all will be well. God’s timing was perfect. His providence abundant. So, as I reflect and look deeper into the events that transpired, I have come to the conclusion that it was a good Saturday after all.
I remember as a young junior soldier being perplexed by the use of the word ‘good’ in the Easter story. Good Friday – the day they crucified Jesus. How can that possibly be described as good? I mean, let’s not sugar-coat it. It was a horrible day. A day of unjust conviction, brutal torture, of unrelenting pain and suffering. The cross, a weapon of the Devil, used against the Lamb of God. Horrifying, ugly and unforgivable. But if, without excusing the events of the day, we look deeper, we actually witness
God himself in action. God meets the manifestation of pure evil represented by a physical cross, with all its brutality, with the redeeming love that conquers evil, sin and, yes, death itself. He turns an ugly Friday into an exceptionally ‘Good Friday’ indeed.
Understand this: whatever else was going on, Jesus himself was motivated by love. He went to the cross out of love for all humanity; out of love for you and for me. In his letter to the Romans, Paul wrote: ‘But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us’ (Romans 5:8). Christ demonstrated the extent of God’s love for all of us by taking upon himself the sin of the world. On this Friday, Jesus was motivated by love. The truth is, God loves us and Jesus is the proof.
The writer to the Hebrews asks the question: ‘...how shall we escape if we ignore so great a salvation?’ (Hebrews 2:3). The prophet Isaiah wrote: ‘...by his wounds we are healed’ (Isaiah 53:5). It is a mystery for sure. In some mysterious and divine way, the events of Good Friday hold the key to our own healing, our forgiveness, our salvation and our adoption. The atonement makes possible our being embraced by Almighty God himself. Jesus, motivated by love, makes possible our restoration, redemption and reconciliation. We are healed; we are saved. We are loved. It can be difficult to see the events of Good Friday as triumphant, but that is exactly what it is. First, it is a triumph for Jesus. He was faithful and obedient, even to death on the cross. ‘It is finished,’ he declared (John 19:30). I have completed my mission. It is done.
Second, the triumph of Calvary is the defeat of evil. In Jesus’ victory over sin and evil, his ‘triumph’ becomes our triumph as well. Because we live on this side of the Resurrection, we are able to celebrate our Lord’s vindication. He conquered death and lives forever more. His victory becomes ours. It was Jesus himself who said: ‘I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die’ (John 11:25 and 26).
Jesus acknowledges the reality of physical death, but goes on to declare that death does not have the final word over those who, by faith, belong to him. This means death is no longer a wall, but a doorway. It has lost its ultimate power and its terror, and it cannot sever a person from the life Jesus gives.
Eternal life is not only duration, but also dimension. It is a life infused with the presence of God and it begins the moment we place our trust in Jesus. Turns out, it was a very ‘Good Friday’ indeed!
My prayer for each of you is that you will be captivated by, and experience for yourselves, the reality of God’s love for you, revealed in the person of Jesus Christ, the Son of God and Saviour of the world.
God bless you.
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‘I have been very blessed’
Andrew Hook (Shiremoor) thanks God for his continued presence
IT was February 1930 when my father, Bandmaster Andrew Hook, was killed in a mining accident. I was born three months later, hence my name. I had an older sister and brother, and, as it was difficult for a woman to support a family on her own, we moved in with my grandparents. My grandfather was a founding member of The Salvation Army in Shiremoor, and we were brought up in a way that supported family values as well as Salvation Army principles.
When I was 18 years old, I was called up into the RAF to do my two years of military service. Unfortunately, during that time my mother died of a brain tumour, which was devastating for the whole family. After my military service, I started taking an active part in the corps and became singing company leader followed by songster leader, a position I held for 44 years.
I married Sheila in 1955 and we were blessed with three sons, Stuart, Darryn and Trevor. All of them were brought up in The Salvation Army. We were married for more than 40 years but, in 1998, I lost my wife to a car accident. She was in a coma for six weeks before she died and, although prayers were said throughout The Salvation Army in the UK as well as Australia, it was God’s will at that time to take her.
This was the lowest point in my life, and I really questioned my faith. One day I spoke to a neighbour who wasn’t a Christian and I told him I was struggling with my faith. He said: ‘Andrew, don’t lose your faith. I wish I had someone to turn to.’ This conversation started me on my road to recovery.
Throughout my life I’ve had a variety of jobs, including working for the Co-op, being a travelling salesman and, finally, working at the gas board until I retired. Like many Salvationists, I combined these with activities within corps life.
I am now 95 and continue to attend as many activities as I can. I have been very blessed with good health and still play in the band and sing in the songsters. I still love collecting at Christmas when the band is playing carols!
I have four grandchildren, of whom I am very proud. I have three great-grandchildren and, if all goes to plan, that is due to double this year!
I have a busy social life and try my best to show my faith to everyone I meet. I am grateful for the support of our corps leaders, Captains Faith and Keith Scales, and all members of our corps family who continue to support and pray for me.
I thank God for his continued presence in my life.
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THE SUFFERING SAVIOUR
by Bram Mockett (Romford)
What does The Suffering Saviour depict?
It is an image of Jesus on the cross –with a focus on his face – painted in vibrant colours. I tried to depict the pain and the suffering that he went through. I wanted people to feel that for themselves through the expression on his face.
How was it made?
It’s a watercolour painting. I drew it out by hand first, then started filling in the colours. There’s a lot of blood, obviously, but the blood isn’t only depicted by red. Around the eyes, for example, I used different colours. I did a painting like this before, a few years ago, which had a more abstract look. With this one, I thought I’d give it a more human look but include the vibrant colours. I just love vibrant colours.
How has it inspired you?
While I was working on it, as the colours started to emerge, I got quite emotional because of what Jesus went through. That’s what I wanted to get home to the people that view it: the crux of it is the pain and the suffering that he went through for us all. We need to be constantly reminded of that.
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He has risen!
Captain Ruth Hammond explores the unexpected
MARK 16:1–8
IHAVE never read the book Great Expectations, but I know I carry certain expectations in my life, some greater than others. When I flick the light switch, I expect the light to come on. I expect the sun to rise each morning. Expectations we have of other people, or the direction of our own lives, are more complex. In life, however, our expectations are not always fulfilled.
PAUSE AND REFLECT
What expectations do you hold about yourself, other people or the world?
What expectations do you hold about your journey with Jesus?
At the beginning of our study passage we meet three people – Mary Magdalene, Mary, the mother of James, and Salome. All three were devoted disciples of Jesus, who had spent considerable time in his presence, hearing his teaching, learning from him and supporting his work. All three loved him deeply. All three were witnesses to his crucifixion and death.
Heading to the tomb that morning, these women were expecting to find Jesus’ body and to carry out the final loving act of anointing his body with spices. They were also expecting some difficulty.
As they made their way in the early morning light, they weren’t sure how they would even get into the tomb. The stone that had been rolled across the entrance was huge and heavy. Who was going to move it?
I don’t think it’s unreasonable to think they might have been expecting trouble from other people as well. Jesus’ ministry and message was countercultural and controversial, and his death was extraordinary. He had divided people’s opinions and there were plenty around who might want to cause trouble for these women if they saw them at Jesus’ tomb.
When they reached the tomb, the women discovered a totally unexpected scene. The large stone had been rolled away. On entering the tomb, they did not find Jesus’ body. Instead, a young man dressed in a white robe was sitting there, waiting to speak to them. They were alarmed (see v5).
PAUSE AND REFLECT
Imagine yourself in their sandals. How would you have responded to this unexpected scene?
Noting their alarm, the young man delivered amazing and unexpected news: ‘You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here’ (v6).
Unexpected news? The truth is that Jesus had repeatedly told his followers that this was going to happen. He told them just after Peter declared him as Messiah (see Mark 8:31), he told them again shortly after the Transfiguration (see Mark 9:30–32) and again just a few days before, as they travelled into Jerusalem (see Mark 10:32–34). The disciples didn’t understand.
We could argue that these women might not have been privy to these
revelations of Jesus. However, I struggle to imagine that some discussion of these strange words hadn’t made its way to many, if not all, his followers.
As much as Jesus expected this outcome and told people it was going to happen, for even those closest to him, ‘he has risen’ were words they least expected to hear that day.
PAUSE AND REFLECT
How good are you at picking up messages Jesus gives you?
Can you recall a time something suddenly clicked and then you realised what Jesus had been telling you all the time?
Those closest to me know how much I struggle when a television programme, book or film finishes on a cliffhanger. I don’t like being left with questions about how things end for the characters I have invested in.
The ending of our study passage, in what is thought to be the earliest Gospel, also leaves me in that place.
The women hear the unexpected news that Jesus has risen and are then instructed to go and tell the disciples. They go and do the complete opposite! They flee from the tomb, saying nothing to anyone because they were so afraid. This is hardly a surprising reaction, especially given their expectations at the start of the day. The women were also told to expect to see Jesus (see v7) but we never find out if they do because that’s where the earliest manuscripts of Mark’s Gospel end.
Tom Wright, in his commentary Mark For Everyone, suggests that this abrupt and incomplete ending actually encourages us to explore for ourselves our own faith that Jesus has indeed risen from the dead.
If we’ve followed the story of Jesus through the Gospel of Mark – discovered his authoritative teaching, his amazing miracles, his gentle responses to the marginalised, the statements he made about what he had come to Earth to do and what he calls us to do – when it comes to Jesus’ resurrection we have to ask ourselves: what is my response and how is it going to show in my life?
From the other Gospel accounts, we know that this is not where the story ends. We learn the disciples are told and that Jesus meets with them, shares food with them, teaches them and instructs them to tell his good news to the world. Gradually, those who didn’t expect and couldn’t believe are instead filled with the awe and wonder of what they have witnessed. They open their hearts and minds to expectations beyond their wildest imaginations.
When Jesus rose from the dead, he blew all expectations out of the water! What are our expectations of what Jesus, who defeated death, can do in and through us? Are we ready to experience the ‘immeasurably more’ (Ephesians 3:20) that God can do?
Jesus has risen! He has risen indeed!
CAPTAIN
RUTH HAMMOND Corps Leader
Plymouth Exeter Hall Whitleigh
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SATURDAY 4 APRIL: THE SILENT DAY
Waiting is tough, especially when wrapped in grief. God, who holds us in the silence, give us courage to stay where we are and wait for what you’ll do next. Forgive us when we look for a plan B or retreat to more familiar ground. Comfort us when we feel pain of things undone, unfinished, incomplete. Give us Holy Saturday determination to wait for resurrection. by Lyndall Bywater (UKI Boiler Room team)
SUNDAY 5 APRIL: EASTER SUNDAY – EVERYTHING HAS CHANGED
God of wonder, we rejoice to stand again at the fulcrum of history, which changed the course of our world. We receive the miracle of resurrection in our lives; we choose to walk in the power of your resurrection as we engage with our communities, and look for signs of resurrection in our world. by Lyndall Bywater (UKI Boiler Room team)
MONDAY 6 APRIL: SHARING THE GOOD NEWS – PIONEER MINISTRY – BOLDNESS
We give thanks that the pioneering Spirit of God is bubbling away all over the territory, prompting people to reimagine what it means to be involved with God’s mission. We pray for boldness to faithfully try new and innovative ways of reaching people with the good news of Jesus Christ.
by Major Sarah Butler (Territorial
Pioneer Officer)
TUESDAY 7 APRIL: SERVING AND CARING – TERRITORIAL ADVISORY COUNCIL (10–12 APRIL)
The Territorial Advisory Council (TAC) is composed of more than 30 Salvation Army members, representing every division. They serve as a sounding board, offering insight and recommendations on topics brought forward by the territorial leaders. As TAC gathers this coming weekend, pray for smooth journeys and good health for everyone attending, and that everyone will feel able to fully engage.
by Sonya Pascoe (Chair of
TAC)
WEDNESDAY 8 APRIL: JUSTICE AND RECONCILIATION – CORE RECOVERY –RADICAL HOSPITALITY
Father God, as Core Recovery Groups practise radical hospitality, we pray that everyone who attends will be valued and acknowledged. Thank you that each individual is seen as your child, loved by you and fully included. Thank you that obstacles are overcome and hearts are opened through acceptance. by Major Jill Miller (member of Core Recovery’s Heartbeat Strand prayer network)
THURSDAY 9 APRIL: INTERNATIONAL SALVATION ARMY – AUSTRALIA TERRITORY ‘Wherever there is hardship or injustice, Salvos will live, love and fight, alongside others, to transform Australia one life at a time with the love of Jesus.’ Bless The Salvation Army in Australia to live up to this mission statement and we pray that they’ll be delighted to discover God meets them far more than halfway. We pray for the territorial leadership team of Commissioner Miriam Gluyas and Colonels John and Lani Chamness. by Lyndall Bywater (UKI Boiler Room team)
FRIDAY 10 APRIL: GROWING IN FAITH – TERRITORIAL ADVISORY COUNCIL (10–12 APRIL)
As TAC gathers this coming weekend, pray for discerning minds and clear thinking. Pray for God’s wisdom to be evident throughout the weekend. by Sonya Pascoe (Chair of TAC)
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Hope is risen
Major Jane Mylechreest reflects on the resurrection of Jesus
Hope feels distant
‘Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance.’
(John 20:1)
It was still dark. Mary had stayed there at the cross with Jesus as long as she could, until he said, ‘It is finished’ (John 19:30). His body was taken down and laid in the tomb, and she had to leave him there. She came back again as soon as she could, needing courage to face the task before her: anointing the broken body of the friend she loved. Seeing him but not him, just his body. Facing the future without him. It was still dark. Did she feel the earthquake as she approached the tomb? Did she hear a far-off grinding sound of the stone pushed aside? As the sun began to rise, did she sense the difference in the dawn?
What she saw at first was that the stone had been moved. She wasn’t thinking ‘risen’, she was merely thinking ‘not here’. Missing. He was already missing, already gone from their lives for almost three days. Had his body been moved, stolen or desecrated? Mary wasn’t yet able to comprehend what Jesus had meant when he said that the Son of Man would rise again on the third day (see Matthew 17:23). The light of understanding was at the corner of her mind, just as the purple streaks at the horizon pushed back the darkness of the night.
Mary went back to fetch Peter and John, who came running. Why would you run to a graveyard? Perhaps they were furious that someone had moved Jesus’ body. Perhaps they wanted to comfort Mary in her distress. Perhaps they just needed to do something, to move their bodies through the grief and fear and anger and darkness that weighed heavily upon them. Perhaps the question was
beginning to whisper in their minds. Could it be….?
They ran there together.
Hope begins to rise
‘The true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world.’
(John 1:9)
John arrived first, he tells us, but hesitated outside the tomb. Peter had the boldness to step inside and see those folded grave clothes, left behind because Jesus didn’t need them anymore. Folded neatly, perhaps, because he wasn’t in a hurry and had all of eternity stretched before him. The tomb was temporary; the grave clothes were on loan.
When John was finally able to go into the tomb, we read that ‘he saw and believed’ (John 20:8). Some people just believe – yes. This is it. This is true. Like a lightning bolt, like love at first sight, like a fever breaking, like the curtain pulled away. Without completely understanding, just yes, I believe.
Later John wrote: ‘That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked at and our hands have touched – this we proclaim concerning the Word of life. The life appeared; we have seen it and testify to it’ (1 John 1:1 and 2). But here, at the tomb, he had not yet heard or seen or touched the resurrected Jesus, and yet he believed.
Peter and John, questioning, wondering, the light now dawning, went back to the other disciples but Mary remained at the tomb. She looked in and saw two angels, there to announce the Son of Man was coming into the world again. They could have repeated the song: ‘Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favour rests’ (Luke 2:14). Instead, they said: ‘Why are you crying?’ (John 20:13).
Mary was crying because she loved
Jesus – she was forgiven much so she loved much. She was heartbroken, lonely, scared, desperately sad. That’s why she was crying. To her, it was still dark.
Risen hope
‘The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep… The sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own sheep by name.’
(John 10:2 and 3)
The angels knew the next chapter of the story. As Isaiah had said: ‘Arise, shine, for your light has come… The Lord rises upon you and his glory appears over you’ (Isaiah 60:1 and 2). They saw only the light and were puzzled at Mary’s tears.
Then this most beautiful verse: ‘Jesus said to her, “Mary”’ (John 20:16).
He called her name and she knew. She didn’t recognise him by sight, but by the sound of her name. She knew his voice, she knew his love and forgiveness. In her sorrow and grief he spoke to her and her heart knew it was him. The darkness fell away around her as the Sun of Righteousness (see Malachi 4:2), as he promised, rose to shine again.
Like Mary, Peter and John on that early Easter morning, we are each invited to step out of the darkness of the cross’s shadow towards the empty tomb –and to live in the light and hope of the Resurrection. A hope that is made whole in Jesus. A hope that is living because he is risen.
He calls our names too. He turns to us and quietly says ‘come’.
‘Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you’ (Ephesians 5:14).
MAJOR JANE MYLECHREEST Divisional Support Officer North West and Isle of Man Division
Poetry corner
Conversion at the Cross
I laughed and mocked as they staggered by, I joined the crowd that followed this brutal way, Roman execution did not happen every day, Yet one man had a crown of thorns on his head, I felt a sense of sorrow and sadness for his plight, I sensed his pain, and I felt this was not right.
And the question I asked myself was why?
A conviction engulfed my heart as he hung upon the tree, I heard his voice ‘forgive them Father’ was this for me? He suffered so much pain, to set me free from Hell, As he died a strange peace filled my soul I have to tell, That I needed a Saviour, and he was suffering for me.
Amidst all the violence and hate I saw my future path, Will this sacred sacrifice bring about a new world order? It certainly changed me but others round that cross no way. Only dying criminal saw the hope, and the soldier in charge, Was moved by his end. But the world could not change. And three women at the cross wept as mothers do today.
JEFF MORTON BATH CITADEL
A Gift He Never Sought
It was a gift of myrrh he brought; this noble, seeking stranger. A strange gift for a child so poor, his crib had been a manger. His mother may have smiled her thanks, unnerved by such attention, But not her little son, for gifts beyond his comprehension. It was a gift of myrrh he brought; star led and westward driven. The babe slept on, quite unaware of gifts he had been given.
It was a gift of myrrh they brought when nothing else was needed. He’d cried himself, ‘It’s finished’ and those who watched, conceded. Just spices to anoint the dead – these were the gifts they proffered. The dead no longer have the power to choose the gifts they’re offered. To bring the myrrh for burial was all they had intended, But Jesus did not heed the gift; it seemed his life was ended.
It is a gift of myrrh they bring just as the day is dawning. They come in grief, in deep distress, all hope now changed to mourning. They stop! The stone is rolled away! New fears are now awoken, But then comes hope, then faith, then joy. The risen Lord has spoken! It is a gift of myrrh, to leave within a stone cold prison. But Jesus does not need their gift!
‘He is not here!’ ARISEN.
LIEUT-COLONEL ENID WEST
Hope
I cursed the day that I was born, For my life was a curse to me.
The neglect and abuse of my childhood days Had built up resentment in so many ways; What hope was there ever for me?
With heart so filled with bitterness, The result was a life of crime; While I vented my anger on everyone, Believing it justice for what they had done, The day came when they came for me.
My crimes they were so serious That death was considered my due. I spat on and cursed all the people who’d come To watch we men dying – with tears shed by some –Though no one who came wept for me.
A voice cried out, ‘Father forgive, For they don’t know what they have done!’
The man next to me, with such pity-filled eyes, Looked down on the crowd, then to my great surprise His head turned and he looked at me.
I’d seen that face and heard that voice And known of the good he had done. But now he hung helpless and hopeless it seemed, An innocent victim of men’s wicked schemes, Yet full of compassion for me.
And stirred by what I’d seen and heard, Hope grew where there was none before.
A penitence joined my despair and dismay; I pleaded, he promised, and that very day He opened up Heaven to me!
MAJOR HOWARD WEBBER
Calvary
Here is where rebellion ends and is ended
Here in the breaking, brokenness is mended
This is the place it is finished, it is done
This is where it’s only just begun
This is the moment of history’s focus
This is where separation rejoins and restores us
Here is where God was discarded on Earth
Here is where humanity discovered its worth
This is where love and life are complete
Here in the dying, death suffers defeat.
CAPTAIN JONATHAN HEWARD HYTHE
Here at the Cross
Here at the cross as I pause to reflect on all that this scene means to me. I consider the pain that I gave to my Lord when he showed me the true Calvary.
He didn’t hold back, he said, ‘thy will be done’, Even though his was never the crime. He gave his life for mine in his infinite love, he redeemed me at this precious time.
Here at the cross I will kneel and give thanks For the gift that could never be bought. Salvation poured out and ran down from the cross and in that crimson flow I was caught.
I will not turn back for he gave all for me On that cruel day long ages ago. He did it for you as he did it for me This was love as God only could show.
Here at the cross, I lay all at your feet, I have nothing I want to hold back. You gave me your all when you carried this cross all the way on the Calvary track.
The victory was yours, but you gave it to me when you lifted my sins with your pain. Naught else can suffice but I give you my life, And close by your side I remain.
JAMES CASSIDY READING CENTRAL
He Is Risen
He is not here. He is risen! Risen to o’ercome the grave. Risen to be with the Father, Evermore mankind to save.
He is not here. He is risen! Listen to the angel’s voice Why is it here that you seek him He is risen! Go! Rejoice!
He is not here. He is risen! Why is it you mourn and weep? Go on trusting; he is with you. Still his promise he will keep.
He is not here. He is risen! All the bells begin to ring. Men join in the angel chorus, Songs of praise to Christ our King!
FRANCES RUSSELL ISLE OF WIGHT
Onward and Upward
Called by God to be his follower, chosen as his soldier, too; Drawn by him to be a pilgrim, all my earthly journey through; Confident that every trial that assails me on my way, By his grace will turn to triumph, as I trust him day by day.
Grace, my every debt redeeming, blood to wash my sin away, Power to keep me ever spotless; all for me! All for my day! Strength to help me in the struggle as I face the tempter’s power; Arms of love beneath, around me, every day and every hour.
Known to God, my faults, my failings, loved by him as Calvary shows, Made by him, for his own purpose, led to walk the way he knows; Claimed by him to share his glory, bought by Christ on Calvary; Pressing onward, upward, heavenward to that place prepared for me.
JEFF DAVIES CWM
An Easter Hymn
I stand before the cross of Christ and wonder that he died for me; that as he hung there, sacrificed, He took my sin, and set me free.
It is a myst’ry far too deep for my poor mind to comprehend why God should send his Son to keep a prophecy with such an end.
Yet Christ, rejected, in despair, a man of sorrow, wracked with pain, looked down and saw me standing there then died, that I might live again.
So I, the guilty sinner then, here stand, redeemed, before my King and vow to serve and live my life, for him, a fragrant offering.
PETER WOODROFFE SOUTHPORT
When love comes to light
Naomi Blowers reminds us that God’s love for us is steadfast
THIS year’s Covenant Sunday and Lent have called us to break up the unploughed ground in our hearts, the untouched places, the places we have learnt to protect. And when God starts digging, he isn’t trying to expose us to shame; he’s preparing us for growth.
One of the deepest things that can become hidden in us is love. Not our love for God – though that can grow cold – but his love for us. Isn’t it strange? We can sing about it. We can preach about it. We can quote the verses. ‘I am fearfully and wonderfully made’ (Psalm 139:14). ‘Nothing … can separate us from God’s love’ (Romans 8:39 Contemporary English Version). We can tell other people that God loves them unconditionally and yet, somewhere along the way, we can lose sight of how God sees us.
We start to see ourselves through the lens of failure instead of faithfulness. Through shame instead of grace. Through performance instead of promise. And slowly, quietly, God’s love becomes hidden to us. It hasn’t gone anywhere. But we stop living as if it’s true.
What have you allowed to bury God’s love in your heart? For some of us, it’s disappointment. We prayed for something and it didn’t happen. We stepped out in obedience and it cost us. We assumed that, if God loved us, life would be easier. And when it wasn’t, a lie crept in: ‘Maybe I’m not as loved as I thought.’
For others, it’s comparison. We look at someone else’s gifting, ministry or family and we subtly conclude that God must
prefer them. The Enemy doesn’t need to make us deny God’s love, just distort it.
And then there’s guilt. Lent confronts us with the cross and sometimes we see accusation. We think: ‘Jesus had to die because I messed up.’ But that’s not the whole truth. The cross is not God saying, ‘Look what you’ve done.’ The cross is God saying, ‘Look how far I will go to bring you home.’
The cross is not the proof of God’s judgement. It is the proof of his relentless, pursuing love. If God’s final word over humanity was judgement, there would be no Easter. There would be no empty tomb. There would be no Resurrection morning. But the story doesn’t end on Good Friday. It ends in victory! It ends in life. It ends in love.
Lent slows us down long enough to rediscover what has been hidden. You are not an afterthought to God. You are not tolerated. You are not loved on probation. You are wonderfully made. You are chosen. You are seen. You are loved. And when we truly believe that, something shifts inside us. Because what you believe about God’s love will shape how you live.
If you believe God’s love is fragile, you will walk on eggshells. If you believe God’s love is conditional, you will live exhausted, trying to earn what has already been given. But if you believe God’s love is secure, sacrificial and steadfast, you will live from wholeness instead of striving.
Hidden love keeps us fragmented.
Received love makes us whole.
When our unploughed ground is broken up, what God wants to plant there is not condemnation, but compassion. Not fear, but freedom. Not shame, but identity.
God’s love is not the preface to the story. It is the conclusion. At Easter, love has the last word. So maybe this Lent, the prayer isn’t ‘God, make me try harder’, but ‘God, help me see myself the way you see me’.
“ The cross is God saying, ‘Look how far I will go to bring you home.’ ”
Let God’s love turn over the soil of your heart. Let it uproot the lies you’ve believed about yourself. Let it sink deeper than your regrets, your doubts, your disappointments. Because when you know – really know – that you are loved beyond measure, you begin to live beyond fear. And that’s the journey from hidden to whole.
• Catch up with our Hidden to Whole series at salvationist.org.uk/easter
COMMUNITY
STROUD The corps is breaking new ground with the launch of Lego Church, a creative weekly session designed for families. Led by Ministry and Management Apprentice Hayley Rowley, the initiative combines faith, fun and the universal appeal of Lego bricks. Hayley said: ‘After conversations with parents, it was clear that an activity combining Lego and learning would be hugely popular. Children and adults love building together. Linking this with teaching Bible stories seemed perfect! This is about meeting families where they are, in a language of creativity and play that children instinctively understand. Lego Church is more than just a play session; it’s a gentle, hands-on introduction to faith, storytelling and reflection.’ – AR
HOMELESSNESS
WILLOW HOUSE LIFEHOUSE A dedicated, professional-grade outdoor gym has been installed in the Reading hostel’s garden, made possible by a transformative £30,000 donation from a local couple. The gym provides residents a free, accessible way to improve their physical health and reduce stress. The family, who prefer to remain anonymous, approached the Army with a simple, generous directive: to support a local project that would make a tangible, lasting difference. They said: ‘When our parents passed away, we wanted to make a gift in memory of them.’ – AR
EVENT
CHATHAM A well-attended service for International Women’s Day featured items by a ladies fellowship choir specially created for the event. Ladies Fellowship Leader Ruth Woodhouse spoke about the activities and conferences undertaken by the group over many years. Towards the conclusion of the meeting, every woman was asked to stand to be prayed over. – GD
INTERNATIONAL
Army leaders inspire thousands during visit
UGANDA
DURING a six-day visit, General Lyndon Buckingham and World President of Women’s Ministries Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham brought encouragement and inspiration to Salvationists.
The visit began with a meeting at the officers’ training college, where cadets preparing for ministry were encouraged to remain faithful to God’s calling. The General reminded them: ‘God continues to call ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things for his Kingdom.’
In Mbale, hundreds attended ministry rallies. A Women’s Ministries rally brought together 400 women, where Commissioner Bronwyn affirmed the important role women play in ministry and community transformation. At a Men’s Fellowship gathering, the General challenged them to lead their families and communities with integrity and faith.
An energetic youth rally attended by young people from across the country included worship and an interactive discussion. The General encouraged them to remain bold in their faith and mission.
A highlight was the Sunday morning meeting, which featured music from the territorial band and testimonies from cadets. Following the General’s message, many people came forward to the mercy seat.
The visit concluded with an officers council. Reflecting on the presence of the international leaders, Territorial Commander Colonel Chatonda Theu said it had brought great encouragement to the territory, strengthening unity and renewing commitment to serve God and communities faithfully. – AR
COMMUNITY
BRIDLINGTON The Victory Programme has launched at the corps. The six-week course teaches people how to cook healthy meals on a budget, inspired by resourcefulness shown during the Second World War. It tackles isolation by bringing people together and building their confidence. – AR
Army affirms commitment to religious freedom
THE Salvation Army has released a new international positional statement reaffirming its strong commitment to religious freedom. Specifically, religious freedom is positioned by the Army as being a fundamental human right and a cornerstone of healthy, inclusive societies.
Approved by the General’s Council in November 2025, the statement emphasises that every person has the right to choose, practise, change and express their religious beliefs without fear of coercion, discrimination or persecution.
Rooted in biblical principles and aligned with international human rights standards, including the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the statement also highlights religious freedom as essential to human dignity, social cohesion and peaceful coexistence.
Furthermore, the statement underscores the Movement’s commitment to sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ while meeting human need without discrimination, and to engaging with people of all faiths with wisdom, humility, compassion and respect.
The Salvation Army also calls on Salvationists worldwide to learn about religious freedom, pray for those facing persecution, foster interfaith cooperation and advocate for the protection of this vital freedom at local, national and international levels.
Read the full statement at tsa.link/ ips-religious-freedom. – AR
FUNDRAISING
OUTREACH
The division’s children and youth team have welcomed a reconditioned van, transforming it into a coffee shop on wheels – affectionately named Brew Van – and positioning it within the heart of student communities across the division. Alongside offering hot and cold refreshments, a chaplain will be part of the team, offering pastoral support and signposting to other organisations where necessary, providing another arm of support to local communities. Divisional Youth Specialist Darren Highton said: ‘This is doing church differently and getting to the heart of young people’s communities.’ – AR
BOSCOMBE From the opening song in the morning meeting to the final chord of ‘Holy Forever’, the celebration of the band’s 140th anniversary was a paean of praise. Morning worship included contributions from all the band’s local officers, as well as support from the songsters and singing company. An afternoon concert featured guest soloist Steven Mead, who commenced his playing with the young people’s band. Steven played an excerpt from ‘The Better World’ and ‘My Joy and Crown’. Former bandmaster Roland Wright and Deputy Bandmaster Kevin Whittingham conducted pieces as part of remembering former leaders. God’s presence was truly felt through devotional settings like ‘Even Me’ and the beautiful ‘Priceless Treasure’. Today’s Boscombe Band is a far cry from that of 1886, when the local press quoted: ‘They consist of four cornets, a violin, flute, triangle and drum.’ But the message is still the same! – RC
COMMUNITY
OLDHAM ROUNDTHORN Mayor Eddie Moores visited the corps and community centre to see the extensive work they do for the local community. He learnt about the support offered through Employment Plus, the outreach of the food bank and the onsite drop-in Lighthouse Project, which offers hot meals, showering facilities and signposting for people in crisis. The mayor said, ‘We were able to observe the fantastic work being provided and speak to volunteers and service users and to hear about the positive impact that the Lighthouse Project has had on their lives. I would like to personally thank all those involved, they are making a real difference.’ – AR
COMMUNITY
STRAWBERRY FIELD The Steps to Work team will run bespoke training sessions for Merseyside businesses and teams across The Salvation Army to help ensure neuroinclusive workplaces. The training will allow participants to explore how neurodivergence shows up in everyday workplaces and learn practical strategies to create inclusive environments where diverse thinking is recognised, valued and able to thrive. Steps to Work programme manager Adele Murphy said, ‘At the heart of this training launch is the core belief that neurodiversity is not a barrier, it’s a difference that can represent a wealth of untapped talent when supported in the right way. We’re not just opening doors, we’re opening minds, unlocking new opportunities, and building stronger, more inclusive businesses for the future.’ – AR
NORTH WEST
ANNIVERSARY
IPSWICH CITADEL The arts and crafts fair was held in conjunction with the Big Breakfast and Little Breakfast for children, raising more than £728 for corps funds. – DC
IHQ INTERNATIONAL
Army reaffirms call for stronger child
safety
THE Salvation Army maintained a strong presence at the United Nations conferences in New York through its International Social Justice Commission.
The focus of the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women was the elimination of violence against women, economic empowerment and the protection of the ‘girl child’. The Army is committed to the rights of all women and girls. In addition, the Movement has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting all children from trafficking, sexual exploitation and abuse.
This is a reaffirmation of the Army’s stance on protecting children from sexual exploitation.
Highlighting the importance of coordinated international protection, the Movement shared the case of a girl trafficked across borders who was safely reunified through cross-border cooperation.
The Army urged three key priorities: increased investment in community-based prevention; strengthened cross-border collaboration focused on protection rather than bureaucracy; and ensuring child and survivor-led approaches inform policy and accountability. The Movement also reiterated its commitment to partnering countries to ensure every child is safe, valued and free to flourish. – AR
FUNDRAISING
FELIXSTOWE On learning of musicians at a corps in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in need of them, the Anglia Fellowship Band collected 22 brass instruments. They then held a free concert to help raise funds to ship the instruments. The fellowship band were supported by the songsters and timbrel group, raising more than £2,250. – DA
FUNDRAISING
NUNHEAD An afternoon tea raised more than £200 for the food bank and young people. More than 30 people enjoyed food and entertainment provided by an Elvis impersonator, and the shop and café team came on their day off to support it. People are already requesting another event! – KS
Army updates position on use of power
IHQ INTERNATIONAL
THE Salvation Army has released an updated International Positional Statement on the use of power, reaffirming its commitment to ensuring that power is exercised with love, justice and mutual respect.
The statement recognises that power, whether economic, political, social, spiritual or personal, can shape individuals, communities and institutions for good when used responsibly. At the same time, the Movement warns that the misuse of power can lead to manipulation, exploitation and harm, and strongly opposes any use of power that is oppressive, corrupt or that denies essential human rights.
Grounded in Christian teaching, the updated position emphasises that power itself is neither inherently good nor evil; rather, its character is defined by the purposes it serves and the way it is exercised. The statement highlights the example of Jesus, whose leadership demonstrated humility and service.
The statement also acknowledges the Army’s historical influence in society and the importance of exercising that influence with integrity, humility and accountability. It calls for power to be used not as a tool of control, but as a means of empowering others and advancing justice.
Through the updated position, the Army commits to modelling ethical leadership within its own structures, speaking out against abuses of power and working alongside partners to promote human dignity, accountability and social justice worldwide.
Read the full statement at tsa.link/ips-use-of-power. – AR
CENTRAL Marking the 150th corps anniversary, a series of events throughout the year will focus on worship, music, socialising and community outreach. These launched in March with an African Praise service celebrating diverse fellowship and shared worldwide mission. Corps leader Major Nicola Barker said: ‘Since 1876 the Army has had a presence in the city, offering comfort and support to some of the most vulnerable as well as a place for people to gather to share in and experience God’s love.’ – AR
LEEDS
ANNIVERSARY
SCUNTHORPE
LAYLA Dawson was enrolled as a soldier by corps leader Major Ian Cook. Her junior soldier childhood faith was reignited following emergency surgery about four years ago. She telephoned a friend she knew would pray. God answered the immediate, urgent prayer, and her health was restored. Layla’s relationship with the Lord grew and her journey continues now as a soldier. She was supported by family and some soldiers from her childhood. Bandsman Glenn Rands held the flag. – EH
STREET
DAVID Elliot was enrolled as a soldier by corps leader Lieutenant John Melia. David spoke of how the corps is his spiritual home and of being obedient to God, with soldiership being the next step and fitting well with his employment within mission at Salisbury Corps. He chose the hymn ‘What a Friend We Have in Jesus’ (SASB 795), to the tune of ‘Hyfrydol’, which has come to mean much more to him. Also pictured is Corps Sergeant-Major Lieut-Colonel Wendy Leavey. – HS
AMY was enrolled as a soldier by corps leader Captain Sian Wood. Having grown up in the corps, Amy felt it was the right time to take the next step on her journey of faith. Supported by friends and family, Amy testified with conviction of God’s faithfulness throughout her life and the joy that is now hers to tell others about Jesus. Her passion and purpose in life are to live in such a way that others may come to know and love Jesus too. – SW
HADLEIGH (SUFFOLK) PETERBOROUGH CITADEL
CHARLIE, Tiara, Archie and Rory were enrolled as junior soldiers during a meeting led by Territorial Leaders Commissioners Jenine and Paul Main, celebrating 40 years of the corps being in its current building. Each of the youngsters spoke about their relationship with God and how he helped them to this decision. – LH
LUKE Baker was welcomed as an adherent by Majors David and Linda Squirrell. Luke has been attending for three years and has become fully involved in corps life, including taking on responsibilities within the fellowship. Luke chose the songs ‘My Jesus, My Saviour’ (SASB 264) and ‘Lord, I Come to You’ (SASB 601) to be used during worship. – DS
Find out more about formalising your membership of The Salvation Army and ways in which you can make a spiritual commitment at salvationist.org.uk/membership
ROCK FERRY
THE mayor, Councillor Sally Kimondo, presented Bandmaster Tommy Spratt with a Mayor’s Special award in recognition of his remarkable dedication and leadership of the corps band for the past 50 years and his unwavering commitment to the community. Tommy was taken by surprise and said: ‘I was completely shocked and deeply honoured. My name might be on it, but it’s the band who does the work on behalf of the whole corps.’ The corps and community are blessed that Tommy chooses to live out his Christian experience using the gifts God has given him through the ministry and music of the band. This award shows the impact made on the community to share the good news of Jesus. – RC
AS the songsters finished singing an arrangement of ‘I Heard a Voice So Gently Calling’ in Sunday worship, Songster Joan Hind was surprised to be invited to the platform. There she received flowers and a certificate of recognition marking 85 years of ongoing commitment to the sections, first as a singing company member and then as a songster. Corps leaders Captains Mel and Steve Scoulding are pictured with Joan. – MS
ZIMBABWE
RAISING Champion Farmers Project Manager
Sipelile Maboni was awarded Employee of the Year 2025 in the Zimbabwe and Botswana Territory. The award celebrates Sipelile’s exceptional contribution to the success of the project, where she demonstrated strong leadership, accountability and a deep commitment to empowering farming communities. The project achieved key milestones, including the successful Training of Trainers held in Nyabira, which led to the formation of the Champion Farmers Association, promoting sustainability and farm ownership. Sipelile is pictured after receiving gifts from territorial leaders Commissioners Daniel and Tracey Kasuso. Find out more about the Army’s Raising Champion Farmers project at tsa.link/foodsecurity. – HS
COVENANT Sunday at the corps was led by Divisional Mission Officer Captain Richard Weston, reminding the congregation about the importance of shining our light for Jesus wherever we are. During the meeting, flowers were presented to Hazel Dukes and Pat Hale in thanks for their ongoing leadership and commitment to the community choir and timbrel group respectively. During the Christmas season, the choir and timbrelists were busy taking the Christmas message to retail outlets and residential homes in the area. – CM
CORPS member Phil Davis recently completed Portable Appliance Testing training, equipping him with skills to ensure electrical equipment used by the corps is safe and compliant. The training was provided for free by Mark One Hire as part of its 45 for 45 community initiative, which celebrates the company’s 45 years serving Essex by supporting 45 community projects. Phil’s new qualification will help us reduce costs, improve safety and continue supporting vulnerable people in the area. – TG
BURTON-ON-TRENT
Local officers appointed
CORPS PRAYER
COORDINATOR
MAJOR MARY WOLFE, Carmarthen
WORSHIP GROUP
LEADER JEMMA
DAVIES, Carmarthen
Wedding anniversaries
Golden (50 years)
CAPTAINS BRIAN AND JOAN CHAMBERS on 2 April
MAJORS ELIZABETH AND PAUL CHURCH on 3 April
MAJORS LYNNE AND NIGEL COLLINS on 17 April
Promoted to Glory
CYRIL MILLER , Southsea
RICK IRISH, Southsea
JOHN GREGORY, Boston, on 14 March
MAJOR BARBARA
HANT from West Villa Residential Home, Wakefield, on 19 March
Bereaved
COMMUNITY
MANAGER REBECCA
AUSTIN, Southsea, of her mother Jo Austin
BANDSWOMAN/ SONGSTER TRACEY
IRISH, Southsea, of her husband Rick Irish, David Irish, Ben Irish and Abi Irish, Southsea, of their father
PAT GREGORY, Boston, of her husband John Gregory, Jane Sandford, Staines, Julie Wakefield, Castleford, and Martin Gregory, Skegness, of their father
LINDA JAMES, Staple Hill, of her father
Arthur Goulding
ENGAGEMENTS
Chief of the Staff Commissioner Edward Hill and World Secretary for Women’s Ministries
Commissioner Shelley Hill
Fri 17 Apr – Tue 21 Apr Zambia (African Conference of Leaders)
Territorial Leaders Commissioners Jenine and Paul Main
Fri 3 Apr – Sun 5 Apr Boscombe
Fri 10 Apr – Sun 12 Apr Paris (Western European Leaders’ Conference)
Mon 13 Apr William Booth College (15 year celebration of officership)
Wed 15 Apr Dublin*
Thu 16 Apr Sunbury Court (Welcome to ICO Session 265)
Sat 18 Apr – Sun 19 Apr Leicester South
Chief Secretary Colonel Peter Forrest and Territorial Secretary for Leader Development
Colonel Julie Forrest
Fri 3 Apr – Sun 5 Apr Wrexham
Fri 10 Apr – Sun 12 Apr Paris (Western European Leaders’ Conference)
Wed 15 Apr Dublin
* Commissioner Paul Main only
NOTICES
Territorial Prayer Furnace
Pray with people from across the territory and be part of the UKI Prayer Rhythm in this monthly online gathering. The next prayer meeting will take place on 6 April at 6pm via Zoom. Email saprayernetwork@ salvationarmy.org.uk for meeting details.
Care for creation Bible study
An international, hour-long Bible study is led by different people on the first Tuesday of each month, alternating between 8am and 8pm. The next will take place on 7 April at 8pm, led by Lieut-Colonel Jonathan Roberts (Wales DHQ) on Shalom – Our Shared Opportunity. For more information, email environment@salvationarmy.org.uk
Explore faith online
Do you know someone who is new to Christian faith? Explore some of the big questions with them through pages on tsa.link/explorefaitheaster
SOUNDS
Easter on Salvationist Radio
Catch up with a Good Friday message from Secretary for Spiritual Life Development Major Gordon Cotterill. Tune in on Easter Sunday at 11am and 6pm for Sunday Worship with Major Gordon. Good Friday and Easter Sunday meditations are also available to aid devotions, plus you can listen to a special chart show of the top 10 Easter songs, as voted by you! See the full Easter schedule at salvationist.org.uk/radio
Sunday Lunch
The musical side to your Sunday lunch, featuring your favourite Salvation Army music. This month features Reuben’s Pick and Mix, presented by Reuben Dykes (Kidsgrove). Listen at 1pm on Sunday 5 April.
• Listen online at salvationist.org.uk/radio
Sing to the Lord with the ISS
Enjoy favourite recordings from the International Staff Songsters, chosen each month by a special guest. Listen at 5pm on Sunday 5 April.
• Listen online at salvationist.org.uk/radio
This Is My Story, This Is My Song
Join Andy and Ali as they invite a special guest to share their story and song, in this podcast of conversations from Salvationist Radio’s No Age Limit. This month features Secretary for Communications Lieut-Colonel Nick Coke (THQ).
• Listen online at salvationist.org.uk/podcasts
Morning Praise with Kids Alive!
Get your day started with half an hour of music, prayer, a thought and lots of giggles! Listen on Saturdays from 7.30am to 8am. Can’t tune in on Saturday morning? The broadcast is repeated in full on Sundays at 9am and Mondays at 7.30am. Can’t tune in then? A podcast is also available each week.
• Listen online at salvationist.org.uk/kidsalive
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PARKHEAD CORPS, 136 TOLLCROSS ROAD G31 4XA
PARKHEAD 140TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR
Visit of the International Staff Songsters
Saturday 16 May, 7pm Festival
Tickets ticketsource.co.uk/parkhead-the-salvation-army Information and queries to events.parkhead@salvationarmy.org.uk
Sunday 17 May, 10.30am and 2pm Worship
Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September Reunion Weekend
Enquiries to events.parkhead@salvationarmy.org.uk
DUMFRIES CORPS, 5 QUEENSBERRY SQUARE DG1 1BL VALEDICTORY SERVICE
Saturday 11 April, 2pm
Messages of appreciation by email to css-dhq@salvationarmy.org.uk or by mail to Central and Southern Scotland DHQ, 4 Buchanan Court, Stepps G33 6HZ
SOUTHSEA, 84 ALBERT ROAD PO5 2SN BAND SUNDAY
Colonels Chris and Neil Webb
Sunday 19 April 11am morning worship 4pm praise concert with Southampton Shirley Singing Group
LEEDS CENTRAL, NILE STREET LS2 7QY 150TH ANNIVERSARY
CELEBRATIONS
with Colonels Dean and Eirwen Pallant
Saturday 30 May, 6.30pm Celebrating our history and mission
Sunday 31 May, 10.30am Celebration in worship
For further information or details about other anniversary events or to send a message email leeds.central@salvationarmy.org.uk
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