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The War Cry Online: http://warcry.salvationarmy.ca e-mail: [email protected] February 200 I No. 5866 Agreement No.1428837 ISSN 0043-0218 Subscriptions: Annual: Canada $26.50 (includes GST); Foreign $32 Available from The Salvation Army, 2 Overlea Blvd .. Toronto, Ontario, Canada M4H IP4 Phone (416) 422-6112 Editorial: Offices are located at 2 Overlea Blvd.,Toronto, Ontario. Canada M4H IP4 Phone: (416) 425-21 I I, Fax: (416) 422-6120 EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Major Sharon Stinka EDITOR Pamela Richardson FRONnlNES EDITOR Captain Ken Smith ART DIRECTOR Timothy Cheng SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER Brandon Laird GRAPHIC DESIGNER Catherine Howlett COPY EDITOR John McAlister CIRCULATION CO-ORDINATOR Captain Janet Russell CONTRIBUTORS Major Linda Bradbury, Captain Brenda Smith, Geoff Moulton, Sandy Campbell, Peter White, Jeannette Kerr Publisher: Published monthly, The War Cry is the official publication ofThe Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda, 2 Overlea Blvd., Toronto, Om:ario M4H IP4. lntemational Headquarters IO I Queen Victoria Street, London, England EC4P 4EP. William Booth, Founder; John Gowans, General; Commissioner Bill Luttrell, territorial commander. Member, The Canadian Church Press. All scripture references from the Holy Bible, New International Version. Copyright© I 973, 1978, 1984 International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Bible Publishers. Mission Statements: The Salvation Army The Salvation Army, as an international Movement. is an evangelical branch of the Christian Churth. Its message is based on che Bible; Its ministry Is modvaced by love for God and che needs of humanity, Its mission Is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. supply basic human needs, provide personal counselling, and undertake the spiritual and moral regeneration and physical rehabilitation of all persons In need who come within Its sphere of lnOuence regardless of race, colour, creed, sex or age. The War Cry To provide news and information about the people, programs and potential ofThe Salvation Army at work. Copyright: All articles are copyrighted by The Salvation Army, Canada and Bermuda Territory, except where indicated, and I can be reprinted only with written permission. Contents Features 9 Power to make a difference Self-denial dollars provide a sanctuary of hope in Zambia 14 Meritorious service recognized Following 57 years of faithful service, Brigadier Betty Peacocke receives Army's highest award 16 Get real!! Give them your support Corps officers have special burdens, pressures and needs Are you sharing your faith? Departments 8 Its beginnings in the Book of God Remember when you finish reading Faith & Friends in the centre of this issue, pull it out and hand it to someone who needs to hear about Christ's life-changing power. You'll both be glad you did. Regulars Volunteers 12 Youth 13 What about the children? focus launched Insight 15 Candidates 19 Onward 22 Frontlines 4 • Did you know 7 • Gazette-Tributes-Retirements 20 • Calendar 23 February 200 I • The War Cry 3

Frontlines Kingston, Ont. Twenty-four Salvationists and volunteers gave up two weeks' vacation in October and November to take part in Mission 2000, a follow-up visit to El Salvador to rebuild homes destroyed by hurricane Mitch in 1998. The team was led by Don and Joan McBride who, together with Jean Guy and Ann Lariviere, served for three months in Honduras immediately following hurricane Mitch. Other team members included: Cpts Wilfred and Catherine Brown-Ratcliffe, COs, Kingston Citadel; Larry and Grace Montgomery; Paul and Anita Pearson; Ron and Fran Wong; Ruth Archibald; Maggie Baerg; Bob Dark; Stirling DeWolfe; Harold Hetherington; Amanda Laird; Ian McFarlane; Malcolm McFarlane; Mjr Fred Mills (R); Irene O'Neill; Robert Pringle; Harry Thomasen. Representative participants in Mission 2000 Huntsville, Ont. Men from Hope Acres Rehabilitation Centre and Hope Acres Corps participated in the reconstruction of the outdoor chapel at Camp Newport, Ont. North Div. The new chapel was dedicated during men's camp weekend by Mjr Dirk Van Duinen, DSBA. Participants in the chapel reconstruction project WHITBY, Ont.-A new keyboard and amplifier were presented to the senior corps from the YP corps. From left, Cpts Margaret and Dean Locke, CDs; Jason Locke; YPSM Ross Tulk 4 The War Cry • February 200 I Toronto, Ont. The Toronto Police Service, Canada's largest municipal police force, has implemented a plan to recruit volunteer chaplains to work with its officers and civilian staff at the neighbourhood level. Among the first chaplains to be sworn in were Cpts Greg and Pat Mcinnes, COs, Yorkminster Citadel. Rev Paul Lainen, co-ordinator of inter-faith chaplaincy services, and Inspector Steven Grant, commander of the human resources employment unit, worked hard to put the initial group together. Grant says that in today's stressful work environment police officers need a broad range of support as they cope with the day-to-day complexities of their work. In addition to supNewfoundland Last September, the Metro Toronto Reservist Band held its first tour of Newfoundland. Experiencing first-hand the warmth of Newfoundland hospitality, the band visited St. John's, Bonavista, Gander, Grand Falls/Windsor and Corner Brook. People were surprised at the energy, enthusiasm and poise exhibited by members, whose age range is 60-80 years plus. Under the leadership of Territorial Music Secretary Brian Burditt, guest conductor for the tour, the band participated in five major festivals over 1 O days. Soloists Members of the band in action Williams Lake, B.C. Colonel Dennis Phillips, TC, Caribbean Territory, was guest speaker at the fifth annual Aggressive Christianity Councils. Building on a tradition of solid teaching and preaching by previous years' guests, the colonel took delegates on a crash course on discipleship in the Upper Room, passionately painting eloquent word pictures describing porting police personnel of all faiths, the presence of chaplains will reinforce the ethical standards of the force, to which people of every faith subscribe. From left, Rev Paul Lainen; Cpts Pat and Greg Mcinnes; Inspector Steven Grant included Bob Merritt, trombone, DBM Norman Ritson, bass trombone, Deryck Diffey, Gary Dean, Gordon Sharp and Cliff Cummings, cornet. Band members enjoyed the wonderful expression of Newfoundland salvationism on the first weekend as they worshipped with comrades at St. John's West and Mount Pearl Corps. The week concluded at Corner Brook, with Saturday night and Sunday morning at the Temple, and a united meeting Sunday night at the Citadel. Many were inspired and drawn closer to the Lord through the band's ministry. the events and Christ's teaching in John 13-17. Music was provided by the Paul Stokes Band of North Langley Vineyard, Vancouver. Their combination of spiritual sensitivity and excellent musicianship generated extended times of intimate and joyous worship. Many significant spiritual transactions took place at the mercy seat.

Toronto, Ont. Several employees were recognized at Maxwell Meighen Centre for their years of service to The Salvation Army. Night statistician and intake worker Charles Carrigan completed 10 years; Anthony Wootten, Turning Point program co-ordinator, 16 years; and environmental services coordinator George Bell, 11 years. In addition, head housekeeper Paul Dorrington and housekeeper Karen Edwards are in their 14th and 17th year of work respectively. From left, Charles Carrigan, Anthony Wootten, George Bell, Paul Dorrington, Cpt Roy Snow, executive director Winnipeg, Man. Manitoba Premier Gary Doer was the first official donor to use the new wireless lnterac terminals in support of the Army's winter relief campaign. He was assisted by Barb Deacon of the regional development office during the official kick-off ceremony at the Lombard Hotel. Hamilton, Ont. The official opening and dedication of the DeGraaf Memorial Dining Room took place at the Hamilton Booth Centre. Participants included Mjr Ron Sharegan, executive director, Mjr Betty Sharegan, Envoys John and Doreen Van Buren (R), and Jack Huisman, who spoke on behalf of the DeGraaf estate. Vernon, B.C. Last September, Vernon CC organized its first annual Wild West Block Party. Over 800 people attended, partaking of free food and participating in fun Botwood, Nfld. Ceremonies were held to mark the closing of Philips Head Corps, as it has merged to become part of Botwood Corps, Nfld. Central Div. New song books were presented as memorial gifts by corps members. Cpt Deborah Bungay, CO, Botwood, and Cpt Cathy Young, former CO, Philips Head, unite flags, symbolizing the amalgamation of the two corps events. Some had family pictures taken in a wild west studio, allowing information to be sent out regarding church activities. A survey was taken with 150 responses, and several new people attended the Sunday service, some wanting information on how to become a Christian. Organizers were pleased with the results and are working to follow up contacts. Winnipeg, Man. For over a year, Southlands CC (formerly Winnipeg Citadel) has worshipped in a school auditorium, having relocated to the south end of Winnipeg from its previous downtown location. The official sod-turning for its new building was conducted by LtCols Ray and Marilyn Moulton, divisional leaders, Man. & NW Ont. Div, who were supported by Cpts Larry and Phyllis Fudge, COs, and Salvationists and friends from the community. Nanaimo, B.C. Corps members enjoyed a wellorganized fun day. Sunday morning worship was held in the parking lot, using a flatbed truck owned by one of the soldiers, and a portable platform to accommodate the guest music group. The Nanaimo worship team led the 150 in attendance in a time of worship, with special music by Dolce Lauda, five young women from the corps, and a short evangelical message from Cpt Bob Armstrong, CO. Following the service, nearly 600 people joined in the festivities as the parking lot was transformed into a fairground with live bands, bumper boats, a dunk tank, climbing wall, gymnastic display, fire truck, hot dogs and candy floss, and a guest appearance by comedy evangelist Doug Gray. BURLINGTON, Ont.-LOMS LtCol David Hammond (R), Burlington CC, presents a certificate of appreciation to Betty Hollingworth for 22 years of service as LOM treasurer Hamilton, Ont. Friends and family met at the Carlisle Golf and Country Club to hold a golf tournament in memory of Martin Harris, who died suddenly on January 22, 2000. Martin had been very active in his community and was well known and loved by workmates, friends and family members. Proceeds from the tournament, totalling $9,800, were donated to Hamilton Temple Corps for its ongoing ministry. From left, Jack and Norma Harris, Martin's parents; Martin's wife, Linda; Mjr Byron Jacobs, CO Shown climbing the wall, from left, Cpts Bob and Penny Armstrong, COs; youth pastor Grant Brittain. Romper Room employee Tanya Baxter watches from below TORONTO-Donald Fish, Gideons International, presents 30 Bibles to Cpt Wayne Fisher, executive director, to be used for the weekly Bible study program at the Meighen Retirement Residence February 200 I • The War Cry S

Vancouver, B.C. B.C. South Div has embarked on an ambitious $10 million capital campaign which is part of a $70 million master plan designated to upgrade and replace aging Salvation Army social service facilities in the B.C. lower mainland. On October 17, the Circle of Caring capital campaign, with a goal of $1 O million, was officially launched on the site of the new Rotary House Hospice in Richmond. Within a month, over $6 million in gifts had been 11 · OM THE HE received. These included $150,000 from the Rotary Club of Richmond and $85,000 from the Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation Canada. In addition, BC Hydro, a corporate member of the campaign, donated $100,000 for a new community crisis response vehicle, and the Grizzlies Foundation partnered with the B.C. South Div through the Harbour Light ministry and Camp Sunrise, to donate a total of $40,000 for new facilities, $10,000 specified for the camp. From left, Mjr Max Bulmer, DSPR; Vancouver Grizzlies head coach, Sidney Lowe; Shoneugh Monteith; Zachary Murray; Lt John Murray, director, Circle of Caring capital campaign; Greg Wiseman, greater Vancouver emergency vehicles co-ordinator; "centre" Ike Austin of the Vancouver Grizzlies WESTVILLE, N.S.-The Army thrift store has moved to a new location. Cutting the ribbon at the official opening are, from left, Mjr Carson Durdle, CO, Westville; Mayor Sandy Cyr; Barbara Cameron, store manager SAINT JOHN, N.B.-ln the past year, Saint John C&FS has partnered with Read Saint John to provide a literacy program for clients. Five students are shown holding their certificates, along with Mjr Maxwell Frampton, C&FS director, Darrin Gaudreau, program director, and two tutors from Read Saint John 6 The War Cry • February 200 I Toronto, Ont. The Territorial Advisory Board met in November under the direction of Catherine Hooper, TAB chair, and Mjr Robert Mac Kenzie, TPRS, for discussion and interaction. Commissioner Bill Luttrell's keynote address centred on the theme Foundations for Partnership, setting the tone for the weekend as TAB members entered into dialogue with Army leaders to discuss major concerns facing the Army. A delegation from B.C. South Div shared a presentation on the Circle of Caring Campaign. Saturday sessions included presentations by Lt-Col Peter Wood, TSBA, on the directional vision for the PR and development departments, including regionalization, training, funding, branding, marketing and disposition of Salvation Army real estate BURLINGTON, Ont.-CBC-TV's "Red Green" (Steve Smith) was on hand for the first annual golf marathon at Hidden Lake Golf Course, held to raise funds for a truck for Hamilton C&FS. Pictured with Red Green is former chair of the Hamilton Red Shield Committee, John Thorpe assets. Included in the afternoon sessions were a presentation by Catherine Hooper on partnering with non-Army units and an informational segment regarding the Canadian response to the officership review proposal, by Colonel Linda Bond, CS. BM Bill Way, Agincourt CC, capped off the evening meal with a selection of his arrangements of familiar Christian melodies. Colonel Linda Bond shared inspirational thoughts with the group, suggesting that the promise of God to the Israelite nation is still a promise that we can claim today for The Salvation Army. God declared through Jeremiah: "I know the plans I have for you ... plans to give you hope and a future." TAB members returned home ready to share their enthusiasm with the advisory boards in their districts. SASKATOON, Sask.-At the conclusion of the divisional music camp at Beaver Creek, the Sid Salter Award for honour student was presented for the first time to two young people, twins Jayme and Ryan Halvorson, Saskatoon Temple. Making the presentation is Lt-Col Leonard McNeil/y, DC, Sask Div LIVERPOOL, N.S.-With "Santa Claus" during the pre-Christmas motorcycle toy drive are, from left, Devin and Susan Mansfield, and Cpts Henry and Beatrice Bingle, cos, Liverpool CC

JACKSON'S POINT, Ont.-A set of band instruments were purchased for Georgina CC. At the dedication are Cpt Margaret McLeod, CO, with BM Mjr George Swaddling (R) Glover's Harbour, Nfld. After years of planning, the Glover's Harbour youth drop-in centre is now a reality. The idea originated with Us Carson and Teresa Decker, COs, who acted in response to a need in their community. Through a partnership with the department of health and community services, they received a $4,475 grant to commence the project. Its official title is the MAD MAC Youth Dropin Centre, with MAD MAC standing for "Make a Difference-Make a Choice." It has various indoor games and recreational facilities, along with a computer for Internet access. The Army is being applauded by local parents as well as church and government agencies for opening its doors to the youth of the community. The Deckers are pleased to see the entire community coming together to do something valuable for its young people. CALGARY-LOM members at Westmount CC with Cpts George and Debra Fenwick, COs, during a recent appreciation dinner MUSGRAVETOWN, Nftd.-Participants are shown during a leadership development seminar held by Grand Bank Citadel at Camp Starrigan, Nf/d. East Div Did you know ... .. . quilters at Prince George CC, B.C. North & Yukon Ter Div, make more than 500 quilts and blankets annually, many of which are distributed to the needy both at home and around the world? .. . the Metropolitan Toronto Reservist Band donated a set of a dozen brass instruments to The Salvation Army in Haiti? The project, suggested by executive officer, Lt-Col David Hammond (R), benefited the corps in Port-au-Prince and Fond-des-Neg res ... North Toronto Citadel Band needs only two more officer members to have a full complement of officer ranks? Along with a retired general and commissioner, it has two lieut-colonels, two majors and a captain, and is looking for a colonel and a lieutenant ... German theologian Rev Klaus-Juergen Diehl has said that Jesus Christ should be awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature because His parables are an "outstanding narrative achievement"? ... a new book has been written picking up where The Screwtape Letters leaves off? Author Randy Alcorn borrows from C.S. Lewis to bring this Christian classic into the 21st century. Lord Fou/grin's Letters is available at Christian bookstores ... over half of the world earns less than $500 per year? ... Christians give .033% of their income to missions? ... Bill Gates, founder of Microsoft, is giving away money? He says he wants to give away most of his $22 billion fortune before he dies, by underwriting global health initiatives such as malaria prevention and childhood immunization ... when asked which media they would bring to a desert island, 33% of children aged 8 to 18 chose a computer? ... there is a British-based Web site specifically dedicated to collectors of Salvation Army memorabilia? Items include commemorative postage stamps, postcards and other historical material, including several pages of Army clip art. Check it out at www.sacollectables.co.uk Chatham, Ont. November marked the debut of the newly-formed Ontario West Divisional Youth Chorus, under the direction of Cpt Leonard Ballantine. Participating in an anniversary celebration at Chatham Citadel, Ont West Div, the DYC joined the DYB, led by BM Joe Sears, in a festival of praise. The young people also participated in the Sunday meetings conducted by guest leaders and former COs Mjrs Brian and Rosalie Peddle, DSP and Ontario West Divisional Youth Chorus DLOMS, Ont East Div. The youth chorus commenced in September with its inaugural weekend retreat at Camp Glenhuron, during which 50 young people aged 13-30 from across the division met with their leaders for a time of fellowship and spiritual commitment. The group is supported by Cpts Keith and Shona Pike, DYS and ADYS, chaplains; SL Neesha Dunkley, deputy leader; Karen Butler, accompanist, and four sergeants who act as role models and offer their musical support. February 200 I • The War Cry 7

Part 2 Its beginnings in the Book of God B egin at the beginning" is good advice. As the foundation for spiritual life by Colonel Earl Robinson God in Scripture." development in the Army, Salvation Army doctrine does that by beginning with the Bible. The other 10 statements of doctrine that follow spring from that first affirmation. Our doctrines are based on what our theological forefather, John Wesley, termed the "book of God." Writing about "The Character of a Methodist," Wesley wrote: "We believe the written word of God to be the only and sufficient rule both of Christian faith and practice." He referred to himself as "a man of one book" and stated: "In the year 1729, I began not only to read, but to study, the Bible, as the one, the only standard of truth, and the only model of pure religion. " Those declarations did not mean however that Wesley read nothing else but the Bible in his search for truth. One of the foremost authorities on Wesley in the past century, Professor Albert Outler, in his book Theology in the Wesleyan Spirit, carefully amasses evidence to the contrary as he reveals the extensive background of reading which can be detected in Wesley's writings and sermons. Outler says that the record of Wesley's reading after his call to the ministry in 1725, runs to more than 1,400 different authors, including classical writers, dramatises, scientists and secularists as well as theologians. Wesley therefore did not exclude insights from other sources. He was not exclusively a "biblicist." Wesley's reliance upon ocher than pure Scripture for religious authority and theological truth is so significant that Professor Outler suggests there are four sources of truth that feature prominently in Wesleyan thought. Outler and other commentators on Wesley call these sources the "Wesleyan Quadrilateral"-a four-sided appeal to truth from Scripture, tradition, reason and experience. He appealed to the early Church and to Christian tradition at large as complementing witnesses to the meaning of specific passages of Scripture. Critical reason and the Christian experience of assurance would then be applied to Scripture and tradition in order to arrive at truth. Outler concludes that "we can see a distinctive theological method, with Scripture as its pre-eminent norm but interfaced with tradition, reason and Christian experience as dynamic and interactive aids in the interpretation of the word of 8 The War Cry • February 200 I What Wesley therefore appears to mean by referring to himself as "a man of one book, " and stating that the written word of God is the "only and sufficient rule of Christian faith and practice," is that while other writings and other ways may be helpful in leading to truth, Scripture alone is ultimately authoritative. An understanding of truth from that one book should take precedence over all other paths to knowledge. To understand Wesley's teaching on scriptural centrality, it is necessary to have some insight into his view of the inspiration of holy Scripture. He wrote: "God speaks not as man, but as God. His thoughts are very deep; and hence His words are of inexhaustible virtue. And the language of His messengers, also, is exact in the highest degree: for the words which were given them accurately answered the impression made upon their minds: and hence Luther says: 'Divinity is nothing but a grammar of the language of the Holy Ghost.'" That view may be clarified by other writings. For example, he quotes 2 Timothy 3: 16 in one of his sermons: ''All Scripture is given by inspiration of God," and he adds the comment: "Consequently, all Scripture is infallible, true." Bur J. Kenneth Grider, in an article entitled Wesleyanism and the Inerrancy Issue, suggests that his meaning of "infallible" needs to be interpreted in light of another comment: "The Scriptures are a complete rule of faith and practice; and they are clear in all necessary points." Grider interprets "faith and practice" as the "necessary points" to which Wesley was alluding. Grider's distinction perhaps ought not to be taken too far. It does, however, point to that of which we can be certain in John Wesley's view of holy Scripture. In his reliance upon the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments for instruction and guidance in matters affecting divine truth and the Christian life, he considered himself as a man of one book. In fact, he went so far as to say: "My ground is the Bible. Yea, I am a Bible-bigot. I follow it in all things, both great and small." John Wesley, the Army's founder William Booth, and Salvationists today, could do no better than follow that book of God for what ought to be the greatest of those "all things" for a follower of Christ-spiritual life development! D

Your dollars given to the World Missions/Self-Denial Appeal have the • n a world where one can spend a few weeks "surviving" on an 1 island and be rewarded with a million dollars, or enter a game how, answer questions and walk away with a million bucks, it may be that a dollar is not worth much in today's economy. Move to the real world, out of the view of TV cameras-the Third World-and one quickly learns the power of a dollar in the hand of a missionary serving in places where life's basics of food, clean water, shelter, education and good health are in short supply. Self-denial is an integral part of the Christian experience. When Jesus called people to follow Him, He made it clear that it would involve just that: "If anyone would come after Me, they must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow Me" (Luke 9:23). For over a century, Salvationists have given generously to the annual Self-Denial Appeal through acts of self-denial. The effort provides funds for the work overseas and also encourages vital spiritual growth in the life of the generous giver. This giving makes it possible for children to be clothed and educated, the sick to be cared for and the elderly to find comfort. The territorial target this year is two ~#=· ,l · =-. ........ ars. You have the power to . if! ere nee in your world. tve sa /that others may live February 200 I • The War Cry 9

Canadian officers, Lts David and Debbie Steele, offer loving refuge to Zambia 's seniors ry of hope 0 n the continent of Africa, there are 15,000 AIDSrelated funerals a day. In Zambia, there are one million street orphans due to the effects of the virus, where one in four Zambians is HIV positive. While Zambia, independent since the '60s, is a peaceful country, it shares borders with eight countries, including the Congo and Angola, both in the midst of civil wars resulting in many Angolan refugees starving in its western regions. Zambia has officially declared itself a Christian nation. The President is a former preacher. All political speeches quote the Bible. Most people go to church. Nestled in the copper belt province of Zambia, in the city of Ndola (population 400,000), a few kilometres from the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo, is the Salvation Army's Mitanda Home for the Aged, under the administration of Canadian officers, Lieutenants David and Debbie Steele. The Steeles, together with their two young sons, left Canada in 1999. Mitanda means a "gentle resting place" in the local Bemba language and is a refuge for 40 destitute seniors 60-90+ years. With the Zambian life expectancy at 30, the seniors have had very full lives. The concept of a seniors' residence is foreign to most Zambians. Traditionally, children looked after parents when they became elderly. With the arrival of the AIDS/HIV epidemic, many elderly have no surviving children to look after them. Without a social care system, they often live on the streets and may become the victims of abuse. The home was opened over 50 years ago by The Salvation Army, but was taken over by the Government of Zambia during the presidency of Kenneth Kaunda in the 1970s. It was returned to Army control in the early '90s due to the generosity of President Frederick Chiluba. Because of the economic situation in the country during the '70s and '80s, Miranda had fallen into disrepair and the residents were malnourished. Thousands of donor dollars were Canadians serving outside their home territory . : · · · · · · · · · · · · · • · · • • · · • • Africa Lloyd and Yvonne Cooper, East Africa Dr Paul Thistle, Zimbabwe Cpt (Dr) Dawn Howse, Zimbabwe Mjr Audrey Rideout, Zambia Lts David and Deborah Steele, Zambia Cpt Cheryl Davis, Zambia Cpt Heather Randell, Mozambique Cpts Douglas and Karen Hammond, South Africa Cpts Leonard and Rosslyn Millar, South Africa Mjrs Robert and Marguerite Ward, South Africa Merrilou Nefdt, South Africa Lisa Watkinson, South Africa I O The War Cry • February 200 I Europe Cpts Alan and Colleen Price, United Kingdom Cols Glen and Eleanor Shepherd, France Cpts Ariel and Joelle Westphal, France Cpts David and Marsha-Jean Bowles, Germany Envoys Gerald and Blanca Dueck, Germany Cpts Rolf and Joanne Guenther, Germany Cpts Shane and Pauline Gruer-Caulfleld, Spain Mjrs William and Donna Barthau, Czech Republic Lts Andrew and Darlene Morgan, Hungary Lt Barbara Dalrymple, Russia Cpt Sharon Jones, Russia Cpts John and Allison Norton, Russia

Left: Lts David and Debbie Steele with sons Christopher and Cameron; above: the resident choir of the Mitanda Home singing in the outdoors at a celebration service spent to restore the home and improve the residents' health. A large portion of the home's budget relies on monetary donations and gifts in kind. Residents able to care for themselves have their own rooms in the complex. Those who need care live in the two geriatric buildings where they are cared for by the staff In 1999, a new urban training program commenced giving young men and women the skills they need to find employment upon graduation. Each six-month session trains 36 adults in gardening and maintenance, catering and domestic, resident care or security. Qualified instructors teach skills used to provide daily care for the residents. A recent grant from the U.S.A. assisted in the building of a residence for its nursing staff There are nine staff members and 29 trainee workers. About 150 people live in the compound, including many children. Lieutenant David Steele writes: 'The challenges are great here. Daily people come asking for help because they are starving to Middle and Far East Ferne Pike, Papua New Guinea Mjr Lorraine Fudge, Sri Lanka Mjr Dianne Stevenson, Sri Lanka Mjr Gloria Hammond, Pakistan Cpts Grant and Lauren Etter, Singapore Cpts Ian and Wendy Swan, Hong Kong Cpts Owen and Sandra Budden, Papua New Guinea Cols Roy and Joy Bungay, Papua New Guinea Cols Robert and Gwenyth Redhead, New Zealand Lt-Col Christine MacMillan, Australia Central and South America Cpts Robert and Sophie Gilbert, Bahamas Cpts William and Sharon Mason, Bahamas Mjr Lillian Spence, Jamaica John and Pearl Deering, Jamaica Mjrs Hector and Melva Elliott, Brazil death. It breaks our hearts to turn them away. There is no such thing as family services and the corps and division have no money available to help the poor. "I preached at the local remand prison which had no water or sewage and where the prisoners receive only half a bowl of a porridge-type food. The prison was overcrowded and the fleas and roaches crawled over my shoes as I preached. Many inmates have been there for years awaiting trial. Due to low copper prices the government has to struggle hard to look after its people. "We now have a steady supply of water but unfortunately it is often not safe to drink. The government is pressuring the local water company to treat the water but this has not yet happened. We boil all our water but we have had our share of stomach upsets. Power outages, food and gas shortages occur regularly, but we have not had a problem keeping food on the table so far. God is good and we have grown spiritually and matured through our African experience. "Even a small amount of money can literally be the difference between life and death here." D From notes supplied by the Stee/es The Steeles ask you to pray: • That a donor would come forward to buy a desperately needed ambulance. We have to crunch residents in the back of a small vehicle, adding to their pain, to take them to hospital. Currently, we are not able to transport coffins, a necessary need. • That our staff may have enough to eat each day. • That we can learn the local language so we can communicate in a closer way with our residents and staff. • That our residents who do not know Christ would find Him as Lord and Saviour. • For Debbie's continued recovery from injuries sustained in an accident last year and subsequent surgeries. United States of America Mjr Elaine Becker Mjrs Lester and Bonnie Bussey Mjrs Thomas and Patricia Tuppenney Cpts Garry and Renee Hopkins International Headquarters Cpt Beverley Woodland Mjrs Harold and Helen Robbins Mjrs Malcolm and Barbara Robinson Cols Earl and Benita Robinson Mjr Wendy Johnstone February 200 I • The War Cry I I

·=~ pport for Canadians • "":~!==.i erv1ng overseas - ~~=-~ lfi '!!'!Q~, r; ·over 50 years, the TMF has raised the • consciousness of Salvationists to the spiritual and practical needs of overseas personnel countries, Canadian Salvationim have distinguished themselves in their courage and commitment to the cause of spreading the Gospel worldwide. Cpts Shane and Pauline Gruer-Caulfleld and family, Canadians serving in Spain The Territorial Missionary Focus (TMF) was established shortly after the Second World War by two single woman officers, LtColonel Annie Fairhurst and Brigadier Elizabeth Betts, as a response to the personal needs of Canadian officers serving outside their territory. Originally constituted as the Canadian Missionary C anad:ian Salvationisrs have an enviable record in the Army's vast missionary endeavours. In 1886, the first Canadian officer-missionaries volunteered to go to India and were dedicated to their task by General William Booth during a visit to Canada. Lieutenants Lock, Orchard, Park, Nicholson, Leitch and Squires quickly learned the Army tradition of submerging their western identity and adopting local Indian customs. These young people were the forerunners of thousands of Canadian men and women that have left their homeland to serve Christ in other countries around the world. From the work in China that memorialized names like Eacott, Evenden, Fisher, Welbourne and Wells, to the work presently being carried out in over 20 Fellowship, the name was changed to the Territorial Missionary Fellowship and it now operates as the Territorial Missionary Focus. Their initial concern had practical expression as financial gifts were sent to overseas personnel to mark Christmas and Easter. Today, this money is given by officers in the territory during their annual retreats, and is augmented by donations and membership fees. Membership in the TMF includes all interested Salvationists and friends and currently there are more than 1,000 supporters. Members pay an annual fee of $15 and receive a regular newsletter, The Globe and the Mail, which includes excerpts from correspondence sent to TMF by overseas personnel. Membership inquiries and support may be directed to TMF by filling in the coupon below. D Bill and Jo Tarsiuk are a team. During their 46 years of marriage they have done everything together, including raising their family, caring for grandchildren, attending church, travelling and volunteering. Active soldiers of Grande Prairie CC, Alta. & N.W.T. Div, Bill and Jo have been putting their faith into action by volunteering for the past 10 years. Jo assists patients weekly at the hospital by helping them get to chapel services and volunteers in the palliative care unit. She also does one-on-one visitation to people in private homes, nursing homes and the hospital. Bill gives his time in the maintenance of all Army facilities, assists corps finance locals each week and does the nightly money and kettle pick-ups during the Christmas season. Bill and Jo also host a weekly Bible study in their home and volunteer at the Army's soup kitchen.D ---------------------~ I 2 The War Cry • February 200 I Name: ___ _ ____ ___ _____ ___ ____ _ _ Address: ___ ___ ____ ___ ____ ___ __ _ _____ ____ _ ______ Postal Code ___ ___ _ Send application together with a cheque for $15 to: The Salvation Army Territorial Missionary Focus 2 Overlea Blvd, Toronto, ON M4H 1 P4 I I I I I I ---------------------~

• Youth What about the children? Have faith in God for the children. Teach the children. Have patience with the children. Convert the children. Let nothing less than their salvation satisfy you. When they fall, set them on their feet again. It is their salvation you want, and nothing less than that must satisfy you. William Booth The territorial youth department, in 2000, conducted a research project on the status of Sunday schools in the territory and evaluated related information from other evangelical churches in Canada. The result was a discussion paper- entitled What's happening with Sunday schools in Canada? When shared, feedback from territorial and divisional leaders indicated a desire for renewed passion in child evangelism and the development of relevant, well-attended and effective children's ministry activities. . "We are challenged to address what seems to be a lessening of heart-felt conviction amongst Salvationists regarding the value of reaching and leading children to Christ and discipling them early in the Christian faith," says Major Junior Hynes, territorial youth secretary. "The territory is experiencing considerable difficulty in recruiting and maintaining sufficient and effective children's ministry workers." The harsh realities about children's mm1stries, particularly with Sunday schools, should not be as surprising as they are heart-rending. Perhaps the decline in adult attendance at church over the past couple of decades has had a negative effect on Sunday school attendance, or is it possible that the children have simply been missing and it has gone unnoticed? Perhaps a decreasing birth rate and an aging population in Canada has had an impact on Sunday school attendance, or the effort has not been made to reach out to the unchurched children in our neighbourhoods or non-attenders on our corps rolls. Has the Church failed to see, address or accept the changes in society? In response to the findings of its research and in an attempt to answer these questions, the territorial youth department has launched an awareness campaign entitled What about the children? "We need to address the current decline in Sunday schools in our territory," says Major Hynes, "and heighten the awareness of che extreme value of effective ministries to children." The emphasis will encourage all youth workers to return to the heart of child &ac." to the Heart of C.hi\d £van9elism evangelism, which includes careful followup and discipling, and will develop and promote resources to enhance new and innovative children's ministries which contribute to the overall health of corps/community churches. "A healthy church takes care of its children," says Major Hynes. "We must make every effort to reach, teach, disciple and What about the children? objectives mentor them into effective future church involvement." A healthy church has values that may be articulated on paper but more importantly, demonstrated in the way it ministers to and cares for people, by not discarding its elderly or disregarding its youth. Each member is a vital part of the whole fellowship of believers. William Booth challenged leaders of the young Army in a letter dated January 1896, with these words: "Secure and train converts. Improve the training of officers . Pay a thousand, no 10 thousand times more attention to the children!" His statement echoes the instruction given by Jesus to His disciples when they tried to divert parents from bringing children to Him for blessing: "Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them, for the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these'" (Matthew 19:14). Hindrance of a child's spiritual development may take many forms: • By neglecting and not caring about them. • By not celling them about Jesus, about who He is and why He came. • By not carefully explaining, in an ageappropriate way, the truth about God and His great love in sending Jesus to us. •By not helping, nor inviting, them to accept Jesus as their personal Saviour. Effective ministry to children involves commitment on the part of those who have been called to work with children to incorporate the truth about God and His great love into all that is done. ''Activities and more activities that do not incorporate the Gospel message are a hindrance to the purpose of ministry to children, to bring them to faith in Jesus," says Major Hynes. a • To address the current decline in Sunday schools in the territory • To heighten the awareness of the extreme value of effective ministries to children • To return to the heart of effective child evangelism which includes careful follow-up and discipling • To develop and promote resources that enhance new and innovative children's ministries • To more actively recruit and maintain sufficient and effective children's ministry workers February 200 I • The War Cry I 3

Mtru1omous WITNESS ff ND fRVICf . ffOGNIZfD Brigadier Betty Peacocke (R) receives Army's highest award I n the month of surprises, Brigadier Elizabeth (Betty) Peacocke, the 80- year-old retired officer, received a big one. Gathering with colleagues at the annual Ontario Central Division's retired officers' Christmas dinner last December 12, she was present to enjoy good food, fellowship and inspiration from territorial leaders. Following a short devotional message from Colonel Linda Bond, chief secretary, the brigadier was asked to step forward. As she listened to the territorial commander, Commissioner Bill Luttrell, share her record of service, her face displayed surprise and unbelief as he stated that she was admitted to the Order of the Founder, presenting her with the Order's medallion and certificate. Family members, secretly sequestered until the presentation, joined in the time of honour and celebration. The Order of the Founder, instituted on August 20, 1917, by General Bramwell Booth, marks distinguished or memorable Top right: Commissioner Luttrell, TC, presents OF medallion; top: retired international leaders General and Mrs Ti/Isley offer congratulations; above: family members present to witness honour I 4 The War Cry • February 200 I service such as would, in spirit or achievement, have specially commended itself to the Founder. Brigadier Elizabeth Peacocke, commissioned in 1943, holds the distinction of being one of the five Salvation Army officers (including Generals Wiseman and Brown) to receive the Order of Canada. Presented to her by then Governor General Roland Mitchener on April 11, 1973, the brigadier was the first Army officer to receive the award, and currently is the only female officer. Her other honours include: Centennial Medal (1967) in appreciation for exemplary service to Canada; Woman of the Year Award (1988) presented by the Hamilton (Ontario) Status of Women Committee in the community service category and Celebrate Canadian Citizenship and Immigration Certificate (2000) presented by the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, Government of Canada. The brigadier, who entered training from the Riverdale Corps (Toronto), gave early service in corps appointments. In 1954/55, with an assistant officer, she drove a 2 1/2 ton self-contained truck with a portable organ through western Canada, going where no corps existed, staying for a week or 10 days. This resulted in many outposts opened and the White Rock Corps, B.C., was commenced. The rest of 1955 through to 1961, she worked in Bermuda's police court and jail ministry. In 1961, appointed to Toronto, the brigadier established The Homestead, a residential care ministry for female alcoholics drug Remaining as its superintendent until 1978, her ministry was renowned, recognized by governments and the Army worldwide. For three months in 1972, Brigadier Peacocke was sent to Vancouver to purchase a facility and commence negotiations for a similar ministry. In 1978, the brigadier was appointed to the Toronto sheltered workshop (now Booth Industries), a ministry with mentally and physically challenged people. During her four-year stay, she initiated new projects including the independent living program. From 1982 to her retirement in 1985, Brigadier Peacocke was in charge of Lawson Lodge in Hamilton, Ontario, where she established a ministry for developmentally challenged clients and was responsible for program, accommodations and finding suitable work for clients. Following retirement, the brigadier was asked by the Ontario South Division to give direction to a new work with seniors. The plan was to have a five-day program with a noon meal. The divisional commander's goal to have 100 participants in the initial year reached almost 200. She spent two years as leader and one as its chaplain. Brigadier Peacocke continues to be very active serving as a volunteer at family services, the THQ book store, in the THQ women's ministries department and the GSR Heritage Centre. She is a soldier of the North Toronto Corps, Ontario Central Division. D

Insight Do we really care? by Lt-Colonel Robert Chapman (R) Compassion and constraint was never lacking in the ministry of Christ Emblawned in large letters on a sign outside the building was: "The church that cares." The corps newsletter, letterhead and advertising all included chis distinctive caption. Was this a realistic assessment of chis corps or simply a target they hoped to achieve? There were comrades, confined to nursing and retirement homes, who had seldom been visited. There was little more than a casual welcome extended to newcomers or visitors who came to the corps, and never an invitation to share hospitality in someone's home. For those who had lost touch with the corps, there was little followup or concern. Surrounding the corps building were low-rental housing units with many children, but no effort had been made to link them with Sunday school. In times of emergency or crisis, the corps barely gave itself to the kind of service that would entitle it to earn the emblem of being a caring community of worshippers. It appeared to be an insular and impersonal kind of Army congregation. Most would agree that this is typical of some congregations today. Mention of work done overseas and the critical needs of the hungry and lonely are seldom met with an enthusiastic response. Two young people were going overseas on extended missionary service. The corps officer said in his remarks: 'This is a missionaryminded corps," and handed them a cheque for $100. Some prefer the long-range approach in which a small token of material resources is given and ochers are expected to render positive sacrificial service. The caring spirit is often absent, even when we classify ourselves as those with hearts of compassion. The Psalmist obviously felt this absence of concern by others when he wrote: "No man cared for my soul" (Psalm 142:4; KJV). For some there have been times when we have had to register a similar symbol of distress. I remember speaking to a former officer about his soul's welfare. He responded: "You are the first person to ask me that since I resigned." I am also reminded of one who said: "The officer doesn't visit my home because he doesn't care for me." In the recent loss of our son and his wife in a tragic air accident, my wife and I were the recipients of a great outpouring of care and concern through hundreds of messages from all parts of the world. We also have the memory of the unconcern of one person when we lost our two grandchildren with malaria, some years ago. Upon my return to THQ after their funeral, a co-worker asked ifhe could see me. Overcome with continuing grief, I welcomed the opportunity to share a few moments with him. I rather expected that he was coming to offer condolences and prayer. Surprisingly, there was no mention of our sorrow. The primary focus of his visit was a matter of business. Without doubt, the classic example of One who knew such feelings is the Son of God. His final hours were evidence that He had been forsaken and left alone. Care and consideration had been lacking when He needed friends to defend and support Him. How marvellous that the One who knew such burdens is the one person on whom we can cast all our care as 1 Peter 5:7 reminds us. Here is the purest example of loving and caring that the world has ever known. This is the most distinguishing characteristic of Christ's attributes. The Gospels provide ample evidence chat compassion and constraint was never lacking in the ministry of Christ. He could have worn the badge that declared: "I am One who cares." But humility forbade such a declaration, for by His deeds and actions He gave rich testimony to these traits. When Evangeline Booth was recruiting workers for overseas service as Donut Girls in the First World War, she placed an advertisement in the American \%r Cry. It read: "Women with Christian hearts willing to forget office hours and to sacrifice as rigidly as the soldiers for whom they are going over; we can't use tourists hfill~ fb@@uO ITl!ll tilllf~@d "i 'OJ* cc®Jtrilu1gi auro«i 1Pto>~~iU¥©l fb@htill~f (Q)f (Q)U'u@rr~ or butterflies, for there is a great, earnest, painful work to be done. " Throughout its history, the Army has been marked by a spirit of caring and positive action on behalf of others. Although there have been a few contradictions, heroes of yesteryear are long remembered. In Switzerland, "La Marachele," daughter ofWilliam Booth, was jaded for preaching the Gospel. In giving her witness she said: "No one will know the glory and the wonder of the presence of God that I knew in my prison cell." Later, when asked the secret of her success she replied: "First love, second love, third love. And if you ask how to get it, I answer: 'First by sacrifice, second by sacrifice, and third by sacrifice.' " In this new millennium, with fresh challenges and concerns, do we not need to reassess our present position in the caring and compassionate area? Falling on our knees before God, ought we to make the prayer of General Albert Orsborn our motto for the century to follow? Except I am moved with compassion, How dwelleth Thy Spirit in me? In word and in deed, burning love is my need; I know I can find this in Thee. D February 200 I • The War Cry I S

Most of the time you take chem for granted. You know they are there. You listen to them every Sunday and many times share your opinion with others on what they say. You call on them to rejoice with you when you rejoice and weep with you when you weep. You just expect them to be there and to do and say the appropriate thing. Who is the "chem" we are talking about? Your corps officers, of course. Canada and Bermuda presently have just over 650 ordained men and women who carry the mantle of corps officer within 345 corps in the territory. Many Salvarionisrs really don't have a clue when it comes to what their corps officers do between Sundays. This reminds us of the story of the Southern Baptist pastor who had a new young deacon who started in on the old "the pastor only works a day and a half every week" line of thought. Recognizing the need for some practical education, the pastor handled this less than mature deacon with great wisdom, inviting him to spend a day working at the pastor's side to get a feel for what his rypical day was like. In that pastor's words, "God really blessed us with a horrendous day." The deacon dropped out before lunchtime and became one of the most outspoken supporters of his pastor. 16 The War Cry • February 200 I Spiritual leaders have inherent burdens, pressures and needs that those in other types of work do not have Most corps officers and their families live their lives under spotlights and magnifying glasses. Faults and flaws that are easily dismissed in others somehow seem bigger and more significant when observed in pastors or in their children. And yet corps officers are only human and their families are just like your own. They are plagued with many of the same burdens we all face. They suffer from money difficulties, problems with time pressures, issues around communication and intimacy problems between husband and wife. When you add the challenge of "living in a fish bowl" and constantly being scrutinized by others, the toll it rakes can be devastating. Before we can do anything to improve the situation, we need to get real! We need to understand what is happening to too many men and women of God. A Survey of Pastors conducted by the Fuller Institute of Church Growth in 1991 found chat: • 90 percent of pastors work more than 46 hours per week, and often more than 60 hours • 80 percent believe that pastoral ministry is affecting their families negatively • 33 percent say that being in ministry is an outright hazard to their families • 50 percent feel unable to meet the needs of the job • 75 percent have reported a significant crisis due to stress at least once every five years in their ministry • 90 percent feel they were not adequately trained to cope with the ministry demands placed upon them, especially when it comes to handling conflict or supporting themselves in survival situations • 40 percent report having a serious conflict with a parishioner at least once a month • 70 percent do not have someone they would consider a close friend • 37 percent have been involved in inappropriate sexual behaviour with someone in the church • 70 percent have a lower self-esteem after they've pastored than when they started. In his book Clergy Killers, G. Lloyd Rediger wrote some strong and thoughtprovoking things about the realities facing spiritual leaders in local churches. He notes that today, more than ever, "there is a great distrust of authoriry figures of any kind. There is biblical and theological illiteracy in the pews. This means many parishioners do nor understand God's purposes and the dynamics of spiritual leadership." He observes that "there is a general attitude of entitlement growing in the Church, in which church members feel entitled to comfort and privilege. And if a pastor does not please them, they feel free to criticize and punish."

Your corps officers need your loving encouragement and support or their chances of burning out or even failing are great. Scripture urges us to honour and care for our pastors. In his letter to the Thessalonian Church, Why am I so tired? I am appalled at what is required of me. I am supposed to move from sickbed to administrative meeting, to planning, to supervising, to counselling, to praying, to trouble-shooting, to budgeting, to audio systems, to meditation, to worship preparation, to newsletter, to staff problems, to missions projects, to conflict management, to community leadership, to study, to funerals, to weddings, to preaching. I am supposed to be "in charge" but not too in charge, administrative executive, sensitive pastor, skillful counsellor, dynamic public speaker, spiritual guide, politically savvy, intellectually sophisticated. And I am expected to be superior, or at least first rate, in all of them. I am not supposed to be depressed, discouraged, cynical, angry, hurt. I am supposed to be up-beat, positive, strong, willing, available. Right now I am not filling any of those expectations very well. I think that's why I am so tired. from Who Ministers to Ministers? by Barbara Gilbert The Alban Institute Paul says: "Now we ask you, brothers, to respect those who work hard among you, who are over you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other"(l Thessalonians 5:12-13). Paul gives three exhortations regarding the proper attitude of God's people toward their spiritual leaders. First, they are to be respected. Then Paul stresses that church members are to honour, appreciate and maintain a high regard for their leaders for their work's sake. The third exhortation is "to live in peace with each other." The command is an imperative. Most dissension in local corps can be attributed to failing to obey these commands from the Word of God. An individual believer's diminishing support of the corps is expressed on four fronts: prayer, attendance, stewardship and hunger for God's Word. Of these four, prayer is the most important. Many Salvationists never think of providing prayer support for their corps officers. If you really want your corps officers to succeed, pray for them. They are energized and motivated when they know their congregation is praying for them and backing them in leadership. Pray for encouragement, strength and endurance. Pray against discouragement. Pray that your corps officers will have the spiritual strength to withstand the onslaught of disgruntled parishioners. Lack of attendance is another critical issue. When everyone shows up, the sanctuary is transformed into an exciting place to be. When each individual stays away for various reasons, discouragement sets in. Lack of financial support is simply lack of obedience. Giving is a barometer of our sincerity in supporting God's Church and His leaders. People who hunger for God's Word come to the meetings excited about learning. They carry their Bibles. They take notes. They don't want to miss out on opportunities to learn about God's Word. There is nothing more exciting than preaching to people who love God's Word and want to learn more. By now you may be asking yourself, if it is so important, why don't more of us show support to our corps officers? There are any one of a number of reasons for this. • complacency • lack of knowledge about how to do it • thinking corps officers don't need encouragement • thinking what we do would not matter • thinking we don't have the time, energy, money or creativity to do something • hoping someone else will see the need and do something • disliking something about the corps officers. You already have within you all you need to be of tremendous encouragement to your corps officers and their family. If you are alive enough to be reading this, you are alive enough to extend God's love and grace to your spiritual leaders in a way that will bring renewed hope, joy and life, not only to them, but to yourself as well. What you may need is a nudge to get you personally engaged and take some action. In upcoming issues, The Wftr Cry will continue to explore the challenges and rewards of being a corps officer within the territory and identify some of the ways congregations have displayed their love, encouragement and support for their spiritual leaders. If you have some thoughts or ideas on this subject, please feel free to share them with us. In the meantime, consider yourself nudged. Stretch yourself a bit and watch what happens with your corps officers as they relax, come alive and move forward in their unique calling as ministers of the Gospel ofJesus Christ. Get real. Give them your support. D 10 things you can do to support your corps officers 1. Ask if you can go along on those hospital and shut-in visits. 2. Discover your spiritual gifts and actually do something with them in the corps. 3. Meditate on last Sunday's sermon. 4. When you see them during the week, tell them about the new insights you have as a result of last Sunday's sermon. 5. Grow up. 6. Call them on the phone and ask them what their prayer needs are. 7. Actually pray for their needs after they tell you what they are. 8. Ask them how you can help them. 9. Actually help them after they answer #8. 10. Hug them and tell them you love them. February 200 I • The War Cry I 7

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Candidates A shared interest The Territorial Candidates' Fellowship helps members develop a clearer idea of God's will for their lives In an age of changing values, the mission of The Salvation Army to preach the Gospel and serve the neglected is vital if it is to fulfil the command of Jesus to "go and make disciples of all nations." The challenge is great when coupled with the constant need for Salvationists willing to accept leadership as officers to fill the gap left by those retiring or, for personal reasons, leaving officership. of the Territorial Candidates' Fellowship. assist members in their quest, and to inform the territory of the exciting things that are happening with the candidates' fellowship, The War Cry will periodically They are among chose who may one day subject themselves to examination for the purpose of becoming a cadet, applying themselves to training and further examination with leadership as officerleaders in mind. The same dictionThe Concise Oxford Dictionary (9th Edition) defines "candidate" as "a person likely to gain some distinction or position" and "a person entered for an examination." In a manner of speaking, both are applicable in the Army's use of the term in describing chose who have taken the first step towards officership, by becoming members ary describes "fellowship" as being "a community of interest or a body of associates." Candidates' fellowship members share a similar interest in potential leadership ministry. They associate with the hope of finding answers to their questions and a clearer definition of what God may be calling them to do. To eing a candidate can be the first step awards officership share information from the office of the territorial secretary for candidates, Major Randy Hicks. "We solicit your prayers and support for our efforts and welcome your thoughts and encouragement as interested Salvationists," says the major. D Candidates' fellowship members accepted in 2000 (as of publication date) B.C. South Jordan Clarke Elizabeth Groves Faith Manuel David Muskeyn Eric and Natasha Nurse Eric Olson Christopher Ostrom Sabrina Schuh Richard and Brenda Shuttleworth Donna Stewart Michael Taylor B.C. North & Yukon Ter Michelle Maillett Alta. & N.W.T. Russell and Tamara Goebel Ken and Jean-Marie Parsons Richard Young Ont. Central Heather Richardson Ont. East Jon Savage Ont. North William Hedges Nfld. West & Labrador Christopher and Holly Barrett Cory Fifield Heather Keats Trina J. Richards Kerri Saunders Erika West David and Denise Randell Nfld. Central Michael Abbott Kristy Gayle Brown Jennifer Canning Jeremy Canning Celeste Feener Renee Hewitt Dwayne LeDrew Michael Mouland Jackie Stuckless Nfld. East Grant Hopkins Jamie Locke Bradley Osmond Charlene Peddle Elaine Pike Peter and Palma Marsh Tracy Shears Cynthia van Compernolle Deanne Wells Remember in prayer Those In. :ministry leadership roles In. your institution, corps/community church and division The Canada and Bermuda Territory and our leaders Recommended reading for personal study and reflection Knowing the Will of God, Bruce Waltke, Harvest House, 1998. ISBN 1-56507-933-7 The Mystery of God's Will, Charles R. Swindoll, Word, 1999. ISBN 0-8499-3784-1 Timothy, My Son, Edward Read, The Salvation Army, 1992. ISBN 0-88857-0848 When God Calls You, Edward Deratany, Light and Life Press, 1992. ISBN 0-8407-5601-1 Horizons magazine, for Christian leaders, available by subscription, is highly recommended for all candidates' fellowship members. Contact the editorial department at 416-422-6112 or e-mail: [email protected]. If you would like to recommend a book, send the information and a brief comment as to how the book has challenged you, to the secretary for candidates. If God is calling you to officership, talk to your corps officer, DYS, or contact the office of the secretary for candidates, 2 Overlea Blvd, Toronto, ON M4H 1 P4 Phone: 416-422-6175; E-mail: [email protected] February 200 I • The War Cry I 9

Transitions Gazette INTERNATIONAL Appointments: Commissioner Norman Howe, General's representative, followup to spiritual and practical leadership issues, International Commission on Officership (additional responsibility) TERRITORIAL Appointments: Mjr Edgar King, Winnipeg Grace General Hospital, chaplain; Lts Randolph/Deborah Gosse, Manitoba & NW Ont. Div, The Pas; Lts Leonard/Rhonda Mac Kenzie, Nfld. West & Labrador Div, Ming's Bight; Cpts Geoffrey/Sandra Ryan, Ont. Central Div, 614 Project; Cpl Jane Archer, Ont. Central Div, Toronto CRC - chaplain; Lts Kevin/Audra Courtney, Ont. Central Div, Rhodes Ave CC (pro tern); Lt Brenda Murray, B.C. South Div, Salvation Army/Rotary Hospice, exec director Sick Furloughs: Mjr James White; Cpl Myrna Tidd Overseas Personnel: Ferne Pike, The Salvation Army, PMB 3, Kainantu, Papua New Guinea; e-mail: [email protected]; Mjr Gloria Hammond, e-mail : [email protected] .pk Retirements: Mjr Rose ter Telgte, out of North Toronto Corps. Last appointment, sick furlough, on Jan. 1 Retirement addresses: Mjr Clara Anstey, 20A Lloyd's Cres, St. John's NF A 1 E 2H8; Mjr Rose ter Telgte, 602 - 199 Commissioners Rd W, London, ON N6J 4W8 Address changes: Lt-Cols Stanley/Ruby Anthony (R), 1102 - 234 Ronald St, Winnipeg, MB R3J 3J4; Mjr/Mrs Arthur (Joyce) Creighton (R), 401 - 5170 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington, ON L7L 1 C4; Mjr Anita (Peggy) Hendrickson (R), 29 Dundonald St, Apt 5, Hamilton HM10, Bermuda; Mjrs John/Gertrude Knowles (R), 118 - 15501 89A Ave, Surrey, BC V3R 0Z5; Mjr/Mrs William (Lillian) Norman (R), 3 Cartwright Place, St. John's, NF A 1 A 3S4; Brg/Mrs Fred (Evelyn) Smith (R), 84 Davisville Ave, Toronto, ON M4S 1 G1; Mrs Brg Sadie Turnbull (R), Trinity Lodge, 1111 Glenmore Trail SW, Calgary, AB T2V 4C9 Promotions to Glory: Mrs Comr Helen Waldron (R), from Wyomissing, PA, Nov. 18; Major John Cameron, from London, Ont, Dec. 9 Name changes: Surrey Corps, B.C. South Div: The Salvation Army Surrey CC; Thunder Bay Corps, Manitoba & NW Ont. Div: The Salvation Army Thunder Bay CC Retirement Major Clara Anstey retired July 1 from her final appointment as assistant to the business manager, Agape Hospice, Calgary. She entered the St. John's CFOT in 1971 from Springdale Corps, Nfld., and was appointed to Cottrell's Cove, Nfld., in 1973. Other corps appointments have included Phillips Head, Woodstock, Twillingate and Elliston in Nfld. Financial responsibilities have included appointments at Ont. West DHO, Toronto CFOT, THO and Maritime Div. Tributes LONDON, Ont-Major John (Jack) Cameron, born in 1939 in Fort Frances, Ont., was an only child, left to raise and educate himself following his mother's death at his birth, and his father's death when he was 12. He met his wife, Jean, while studying at HMCS Naden School of Music in 1957. Saved in 1959, Jack entered the Toronto CFOT in the Messengers of the Faith Session from Halifax Citadel, N.S. Following corps appointments in Saskatchewan, Ontario, and Calgary Glenmore Temple, and 13 years in youth work, Jack spent eight of his 10 years at THO in the church growth department. In 1998, Jack was appointed DSP, Ont. West Div. Jack loved and faithfully served his Lord, adored his family, and had a truly evangelistic heart. An accomplished musician, he often testified to the spiritual impact music had on his life. He leaves wife, Major Jean; daughter, Cathy (Graham) Larkan and infant granddaughter, Taylor; son, Brian; brother-in-law, Carl (Barbara); and extended family. EMBREE, Nfld.- Cedilla Lilly, born in 1917, and raised in Exploits, NOB, Nfld., accepted Jesus into her life as a young girl. Cedilla was a faithful and dedicated soldier-saint and, along with her husband, often assisted in the corps in the absence of the officer. In 1969, the family moved to Lewisporte, and they joined the Embree Corps in 1983. Cedilla was a prayer warrior, life member of the home league, and gave her support to VP and senior corps sections. She is survived by husband of 63 years, Eric, five sons, one daughter, and 14 grandchildren. Captains Collin and Jacqueline Abbott assisted Lieuts Christopher and Kimberley Janes, COs, in the celebration of her life. OTTAWA-Eva Jacobson was born to Ethel and Albert Treen, Tonbridge, Kent, England. They immigrated to Canada in 1912, settling in Edmonton. In the early days, the family walked three miles each Sunday to catch the streetcar to take them to The Salvation Army. During these days, Eva accepted Jesus into her life. In 1936, she married Johannes Jacobson. Eva taught primary Sunday school, and later corps cadets for 20 years. She also served as penitent form sergeant, home league member, songster and songster sergeant for many years. As a LOM worker, she visited nursing homes and hospitals, often travelling by bus. In 1994, she moved to Ottawa to be with daughter and son-in-law, Majors Ruth and Cliff Hollman. Granddaughters, Karen (Jeff) Allington and Kristen (Rob) Moore; brother, Albert (Elena) Treen; cousin, Ron (Ann) Treen, nephews and nieces also survive. 20 The War Cry • February 200 I TORONTO-Major Kenneth James Dalrymple (R) was born in Windsor, Ont., in 1938. At age 20, he entered the Toronto CFOT in the Pioneers Session. In 1961, Ken married his wife, Roberta, with whom he ministered in a number of corps, public relations and THO appointments until their retirement on Sept. 1, 2000. Next to Ken's love for God and his own family was his love and loyalty for The Salvation Army and its unique ministry. Ken's last responsibility prior to retirement was Canadian co-ordinator for the International Millennial Congress in Atlanta, GA. "Servanthood service" was the focus of his ministry, which he carried out with humility and joy. Truly, Ken was a soldier-saint. His hobbies included music, the computer and photography. Ken will be greatly missed by wife, Major Roberta; children: Lieut Barbara, Stephen, Kenna (fiance Paul), Cadet-Lieut Stewart (Crista); grandson, Mackenzie; father, Arnold and wife, Norien; two sisters, four brothers, and extended family. FREDERICTON-Jennie Logan, born in Fredericton in 1902, was a devoted and faithful soldier of the corps since 1919. She served many corps officers as a homemaker, and her ministry included CT, songster, home league member, and primary Sunday school teacher for many years. Her parents, and sister, Nellie, predeceased her. The celebration of her life was conducted by Majors Reginald and Betty Pell, executive director and chaplain of Lakeview Manor from which Jennie was promoted to Glory, assisted by Majors Owen and Sharon Rowsell, COs. PETERBOROUGH, Ont.-When Major Garda (Morison) Zwicker (R) married Robert Zwicker in 1951, they became not only marriage partners but also a unique ministry team. In 1954, they left their home corps in Moncion, N.B., to join the Soul Winners Session. Appointments took them to corps in Hebb's Cross (Bridgewater) and Dartmouth, N.S., Moncton and Fredericton, N.B., Toronto, Whitby, Sudbury, Hamilton, Peterborough and Oakville, Ont., Corner Brook, Nfld., Memphis, Tennessee, and Jamestown, New York. Garda will be remembered for her unique ability to reach and affirm people new to the corps program, and draw them to the centre of corps fellowship and faith in God. She is survived by husband, Major Robert (R); sons, Kevin and Shawn; daughter, Cindi; and five grandchildren. Majors Lindsay and Lynette Rowe and Denis and Faye Skipper conducted the celebration of Garda's life.

GAMBO, Nfld.-Frederick Asher Burry, born in Greenspond, moved with his family to Gambo at age 7. Following high school, he earned a diploma in bookkeeping, worked with social services, and later Goulding's Wholesale for 18 years. Born with a serious heart condition, Freddie was active in the Gambo Corps and community. His Christian example, devotion, commitment and quiet witness impacted many. An inaugural and ongoing member of the Central Nfld. DYB, he also served on the music camp faculty for many years. Married December 18, 1999, he is survived by wife, Theresa (Denney); parents, Edgar and Mary; sisters, Major Violet (Everett) Barrow, Major Sue-Ann (Randy) Hicks, BM Keely (Bradley) Harris; brother, Derrick (Pamela); grandmother, Renora Harding; nieces, nephews and extended family. Majors Everett Barrow and Randy Hicks conducted the celebration of Freddie's life, assisted by Captains Ken and Elsie Brown, COs, a SO-piece composite band, cornet soloist Justin Poirier and organist Peter Banfield. WYOMISSING, PA, U.S.A.-Mrs Commissioner Helen G. (Cressey) Waldron (R), born in Altona, N.Y., was introduced to The Salvation Army through the girl guard program. In 1938, she left the Herkimer Corps, N.Y., to enter the New York training college in the Dauntless Evangelists Session. Commissioned in 1939, she assisted at Brooklyn Citadel, and Stapleton Corps, Staten Island, N. Y., prior to her marriage to Captain John D. Waldron in 1941. Following 35 years of appointments in the U.S.A. Eastern Territory, in 1976 the Waldrons were transferred to the International LONDON, England-The Salvation Army has opened a secure online donations system, whereby donors may use credit cards in a potential choice of over 100 currencies. NatWest Bank, the international clearing house, settles the donations in any of 22 currencies, avoiding most currency conversion issues, and places the donation directly into the designated bank account. Salvation Army territories worldwide can use either their own bank accounts or the IHQ central account, which will receive donations in pounds sterling and route the funds through the Army's internal system back to the territory. The new donations system can be accessed at: secure.salvationarmy.org. PARIS, France-The theme for France Territory's national congress was Celebrating Faith, and delegates were delighted co share the "spiritual feast of faith" with the General and Commissioner Gowans, supported by territorial leaders, Colonels Glen and Eleanor Shepherd, Canadian reinforcement officers. The American Church of Paris was filled on Saturday evening as Salvationists and friends gathered for the French adaptation of Colonels Robert and Gwen Redhead's Reve/,ation Hope. The French National Band and massed choir were featured and choreography was provided by Dunquerque Corps, under the leadership of two Canadian officers, Cpts Ariel and Joelle Westphal. Sunday, the General spoke about how the power of God can counteract weakness. During the appeal, many people claimed "a new touch of power" on their souls. BREMEN, Germany-The Salvation Army property in Bremen was destroyed by a gas explosion in November, caused by damage to a gas pipe during work on the sewage system. The building housed the corps hall, quarters, youth centre and 22 apartments for the elderly. The explosion claimed 11 lives, nine of whom lived in the house and two nursing attendants visiting patients. Seventeen others were injured. Envoy Annemarie Wolf, in charge of the corps and Canada and Bermuda Territory where Mrs Waldron served as TPWO until retirement in 1982. She was a thoughtful, gracious, kind and gentle Christian woman, counsellor and confidante. WCBC, Winnipeg, opened as Catherine Booth Bible College during Commissioner John Waldron's tenure and supported by them, has established the John and Helen Waldron Heritage Scholarship Fund. Mrs Waldron is survived by daughters: Eva Jeanne Toohig, Lt-Colonel Edith Pigford, Mary Whiteley; sister, Hazel Thompson; and families. She was predeceased by husband, John, in 1993. BROCKVILLE, Ont-Winnifred (Hallyburton) Sutherland, born in 1914 in Fredericton, and raised in the Anglican Church, became an ardent Salvationist in 1932 in Kentville. She entered the CFOT and served at Saint John North End Corps, N.B., and Sackville and Parrsboro Corps, N.S. She met James Gordon Sutherland, and following their marriage, they resided in Brantford, Hamilton, and later Brockville, Ont., where she served as supervisor of Red Cross Homemakers. She later joined her husband as apartment superintendent until retirement. Her early ministry at Parrsboro Corps influenced lifelong friend, the late Commissioner Edward Read, who commented in a letter to her: "I rejoice in the love and grace of Jesus and the way you so faithfully brought Him to me:' Daughter, Sheila (David) Foley; sons, Gordon and Terry; grandchildren, Shawn and Stephanie; sister, Bessie Mayhew; brother, Cecil, survive. She was predeceased by husband of 40 years, James; sisters, Mary Johnson and Kaye Croley; brothers, John, Harold, Frank and Roy. resided in the building, was away at the time of the explosion. An ecumenical public service in memory of those who died was held in St. Peter's Cathedral. Various civic and church leaders, including Colonel Werner Frei, TC, Germany Territory, participated. MOSCOW, Russia-In November, a Moscow city appeals court turned down The Salvation Army's plea for legal registration. The decision upheld the city's refusal to recognize the Army as a religious organization and could chrearen its legal existence in Moscow. The Salvation Army has been ministering in the region since 1992, and has been fully registered all along, but in September 1997 a new Russian law required all religious organizations to re-register. It is this re-registration which has been denied, despite nearly nine years of Christian service in the city. An appeal to the nation's Supreme Court is being considered. There are six corps in the city, plus a range of social services helping the hungry, the elderly and the needy. LONDON, England-Fulfilling his response to recommendation 27 of the International Commission on Officership, the General has appointed Commissioner Norman Howe to be his cravelling representative in connecrion wirh the follow-up to the spiritual and practical leadership issues highlighted by the commission. The appointment as General's representative was effective January 1, 2001. Through visits to territories and commands, the commissioner will engage in consultative dialogue with territorial and command leaders and executive officers, meet with officership task forces, and conduct seminars for officers and local officers focused on the spiritual leadership concepts and attitudes inherent in the General's response to the recommendations of the commission. Commissioners Norman and Marian Howe enter retirement in August 2001, but Commissioner Howe will continue his ministry as the General's representative for a further year. D February 200 I • The War Cry 2 I

Focus on Jesus! Territorial Commander Canada and Bermuda Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out "Lord, save me!" The life and ministry of the Apostle Peter provides us with vivid examples of humanness, faith and God's amazing grace. His selection by Jesus as a disciple, while still impetuous, self-centred and highly independent, provides us with helpful glimpses of how the power of God works in and through humankind. Peter seemingly possessed most of the characteristics that we would identify as hindrances to successful Christian living. He was uneducated, impetuous, crude, easily influenced-most often in a negative manner. He frequently spoke without thinking and had worldly ambitions. Like each of us, he was a sinner. When Jesus chose him as one of the Twelve, it seemed a clash of expectations that He would select Peter to be a proclaimer of God's Word and a leader of the Church. The act of transformation dwells neither on the shortcomings of Peter, nor on his failures, or even his qualities or accomplishments. No! It is the evidence of God's grace and gift to the "whosoever" that God is willing, in the face of every obstacle, to put His Son's life on the line. He has done so for all who will confess that He is able to forgive sin and transform lives. It's true that it took Peter some time to learn about God's amazing grace. He often stumbled, failed, lied and fought. He cowered like a weakling when he encountered opposition and sometimes used his own wit and wisdom. Sound familiar? We see these examples of self-determination every day among believers, and even in ourselves. The circumstances prevail around us every day, tempting us to take 22 The War Cry • February 200 I "the bull by the horns" to solve our own problems. We want to fight our own battles, rely on our own strength and wisdom and give up on our trust in God. Sound familiar? During the fourth watch of the night (early hours of the morning), Peter witnessed Jesus coming toward him and the others in the boat "walking on the water." The sea was rough, the disciples terrified. They feared they were seeing a ghost. We have found ourselves in equally terrifying and difficult circumstances. One of us may even today be facing such conditions. Of course, ours are different-related to finances, illness, death, loneliness, broken relationships, disappointments, temptations and sin. Nonetheless, the circumstances are personally real and devastating. They are happening to you and they are impacting your life for the present and the future. The pressures are more and more frequent, and like Peter and his companions in the boat, fear is a reality. It could be the fear of a lack of a solution, fear for the anticipated consequences, or fear because you see no resolve in your own bankrupt reserve of resources. Let's look again at Peter's example of honesty and forthrightness. He cried out in fear: "Lord, if it's You ... tell me to come to You on the water" (Matthew 14:28). Peter was looking for assurance, deliverance and a miracle. He wanted to be sure it was Jesus; he wanted to be delivered from the rough boat ride and he desired a miracleto walk on the water as he had seen Jesus doing. People, like you and me, are looking for Matthew 14:29-30 solutions to problems and challenges every day. The Army in our territory is facing challenges that deny solutions by our own ability and cleverness. The opposition of the devil is a strong force, like the wind and the waves. They batter and confuse and urge us to rely upon our own strength and resources. Take heart! Jesus says: "Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light" (Matthew 11:28-30). Peter was successful in his quest for deliverance as Jesus responded lovingly to his call for help. Yes, Jesus relieved him of his fear, delivered him from the tossing boat and empowered him to walk on the water as long as he kept his focus on HIM. It is interesting to note that even as Peter miraculously walked on the water, the winds still prevailed around him and when he became distracted, his fear returned and he sank! The challenge that is ours today is not unlike Peter's. Jesus is willing to respond to our need for assurance, deliverance and, yes, even for a miracle. Our responsibility is to keep our focus on Him and not be distracted by opposition that prevails around us. Imagine what God will accomplish in us and among us when we keep our focus on Jesus! Turn your eyes upon Jesus, Look fall in His wonderfol face. And the things of earth will grow strangely dim, In the light of His glory and grace. D

Calendar LEADERS Commissioners Bill and Gwen Luttrell Feb. 7: spiritual day, Toronto CFOT (a.m.); Feb. 13-16: Maritime Div officers' retreat; Feb. 18: Halifax Citadel (a.m.), Glace Bay Citadel (p.m.); Feb. 25: united spiritual day, St. John's CFOT; Feb. 26: lectures, St. John's CFOT; Mar. 5-8: advisory council to the General, London, England; Mar.17-18: DART commissioning, B.C. North Div Colonel Linda Bond Feb. 8: retired officers' retreat, Ont. South Div; Feb. 16-18: St. John's Citadel, corps anniversary; Feb. 22: lecture, Toronto CFOT; Mar. 4: Mississauga Temple; Mar. 11: united spiritual day, St. John's CFOT; Mar. 16-18: St. John's Temple, corps anniversary; Mar. 24: women's leadership prayer breakfast, Guelph TERRITORIAL Feb. 3-11: pioneer club week; Feb. 18: divine servicefThinking Day; Mar. 2: world day of prayer; Mar. 5-14: 4th year officers' course, JPCC REGIONAL WEST B.C. North & Yukon Tty Feb. 9-11: ski weekend, Smithers; Feb. 19-23: DART, Terrace; Mjr Robert Ratcliff, LtCol Bill Wilson (R), Mjr Margaret Burt (R); Mar. 10: Peace Region program council, Dawson Creek; Mar. 17-18: DART commissioning, aux-cpts, Terrace; Mar. 23- 25: council of war, Williams Lake; Stacey/Wesley Campbell, Cpt Tony Baso B.C. South Feb. 2-4: mainland corps ski weekend, Penticton; Feb. 5: abuse training (AT), Victoria Citadel; Feb. 6: AT, Nanaimo; Feb. 7: AT, DHQ; Feb. 8: AT, Kelowna; Feb. 9: AT, DHQ; Feb. 24: LOM training, Nanaimo; Mar. 31: LOM appreciation/training day, Kelowna Alta. & N.W.T. Feb. 18-20: winter weekend, Pine Lake Camp; Mike Perschon and Patrick's Hill; Feb. 21: family day dinner, Edmonton ARC; Mar. 18: rejoice concert, Ricky Skaggs CENTRAL Sask. Feb. 16-18: Youth Together 2001 , Cpt Doug Smith Man. & NW Ont. Feb. 4: youth alive praise fest, Weetamah; Feb. 6-7: WCBC world missions emphasis; Mar. 11: youth alive praise fest, Heritage Park EAST Ont. South Mar. 2-4: Youth Together 2001, Mjrs Randy/Sue-Ann Hicks ATLANTIC Nfld. East Feb. 23-25: St. John's Temple retreat, Camp Starrigan; Feb. 24- 25: SASF outreach weekend; Mar. 3-4: DYS anniversary; Mar. 31-Apr. 1: Youth for Christ, Paul Robertson BERMUDA Feb. 2-4: women's conference, Southampton; Mar. 1: women's planning committee; Mar. 4: Cedar Hill Corps anniversary; Mar. 9-11: LOM training/appreciation luncheon; Mar. 18: united divisional meeting; Mar. 22: program council DIVISIONAL ACCESS TO RECRUITMENT AND TRAINING B.C. North and Yukon Territory Division Ordination and Commissioning of Auxiliary Captains Saturday, March 17 at 2:30 p.m. Conducted by Commissioners Bill & Gwen Luttrell Supported by Commissioner Don Kerr (R) Lt-Colonel Bill Wilson (R) and Divisional Staff Terrace Pentecostal Assembly 5311 Eby Street, Terrace, B.C. There will be a banquet following the Ordination Service at Kitsumkalum Community Hall at 5 p.m. Sunday Services at the Kitsumkalum Community Hall 11 a.m.-Dedication Service 2:30 p.m.-Gospel Rally ;.~, ~· An apple a day ... We give them whole-wheat bread, encourage them to eat 5-10 servings ot fresh fruits and vegetables every day, and make sure they brush their teeth at night. All part of raising healthy teens. But what about food for their soul? Serve J:!P a subscription \o The E'.dge, a magazjneomaae especially for Ghr1stlan young people. If help provide the spi~ tual energy necessary, for a.wellbalancied life. And It tastes so good they won't know it's good for them! I Send a subscription at $12 Cdn {all other countries $15) for one year (1 O issues) I TO: ------- --- -------------11 ADDRESS ---- --- ------------~ - - - - - - - - ---- --clTY------- ---. PROV/STATE -----POSTAUZIP CODE - --------1 FROM: --- - --------- ---- ---- ADDRESS ------- ------------~ - ---- - - - ------l.,ITY------- --1 PROV/STATE----......-OSTAUZIP CODE-------- Make cheques payable to The Edge Send to: The Edge, 2 Overlea Blvd, Toronto, ON M4H 1 P4 ATTENTION UNIVERSITY APPLICANTS! For students who intend to obtain a University degree in the arts or sciences but would like a chance for spiritual growth and integration along the way, the Leading Edge program at Tyndale College in Toronto is just for you. Through a specialized year of course work, you receive stimulating spiritual discussion as well as a full year of transferable University credit. Call today for more information on the Leading Edge program at Tyndale College. @ LE . "t",: t ~"' Tyndale College & Seminary 25 Ballyconnor Court, Toronto, ON 1-877-896-3253 www.tyndale.to February 200 I • The War Cry 2 3

That means we haw: • 168 months .. • 5,fl0 days ... • 122,640 hours ... to l'IICh a soul for eternity. H•llllf corps 111d chun:hls 11quira vibrlat and efflCllve llllnlsbln far clllldren ID build 1he Kingdom af God and Invest In Ill lmmedlall fldure af the Chun:11. Will yo i me I d I flaa to thi Heart of l.hi\d £vangtlir.m , For information on becoming a worker in children's ministries, contact your corps officer or divisional youth secretary. For information on the territorial youth departmenrs strategy for enhancing children's ministries in 2001 and beyond, contact: Major Junior Hynes Territorial Youth Secretary 2 Overlea Blvd. Toronto, ON M4H 1 P4 Phone: 416-422-6121 E-mail: [email protected]