War Cry December 2004

Pllbtlshcd mon1111y, Thi! WM Cry is o1 publientfora of Thf Silva.don Arrny ;,, Ci1ni1d..l an.cl 8~.ttTiuda, '2 Overl e.1 Blvd, Toronro, ON M/4H JP'1 , ln1l'rf'latlor1a l Ht ad9uartl!Bt 10·1 Q1.•~en Victoria Street, London, England EC4P 4EP. William and Catherine Booth, Founders; John Larsson, General; Commissioner M. Christine MacMillan, territorial commander; Major Sharon Stinka, editor-in-chief; Major Ken Smith, associate editor (416-422-6117); John McAlister, assistant editor (416- 422-6116); Timothy Cheng, art director: Major Miriam Mills, copy editor; Pamela Richardson, production and distribution co-ordinator; Geoff Moulton, Brandon Laird, Catherine Howlett, Jeannette Kerr, Linda Leigh, contributors. Member, The Canadian Church Press. All Scripture references from the HOiy Bible, New International Version © 1973, 1978, 1984 International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Bible Publishers. Agreement No. 40064794, ISSN 0043-0218 Subscriptions: Annual: Canada $26.50 (includes GST); U.S. $32; Foreign $36.50. Available: The Salvation Army, 2 Overlea Blvd, Toronto, ON, Canada M4H IP4. Phone: 416-422-6112; fax: 416-422-6120; e-mail: [email protected] All articles are copyrighted by The Salvation Army, Canada and Bermuda Territory, except where indicated, and can be reprinted only with written permission. Letters to the Editor: We welcome your comments letters must include name, address, phone number and e-mail address. Letters may be sent by e-mail. News, Events and Submissions: Editorial lead time is seven weeks prior to an issue's publication date. Submissions may be sent by e-mail, No responsibility is assumed to publish, preserve or return unsolicited material Advertising: Enquire by e-mail for rates. Mission Statements The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforITling influence in the communities of our world. The War Cry provides news and information about the people, programs and potential of The Salvation Army at work. INSIDE December 2004 No. 5912 In the Right Place 4 Majors Howard and Robyn Smartt feel strongly that they are just where God wants them to be. As Australian officers, they talk about their transition to Canada and how they are looking forward to their first "white Christmas" Heavenly Inspiration 10 Ever wonder how some of your favourite Salvation Army Christmas carols came about? Read the stories behind A Starry Night, The Stable Door and others A Time of Wonder Residents and volunteers at Lakeside Manor in Riverview, N.B., celebrate the holiday season in style 14

This Month warcry. salvationarmy. ca e-mail: warcry@can. salvation army. org Touching Lives With Words of Truth The Faces of Christmas 13 Unique Customs Same Message 6 Every year at this time, Christians around the world celebrate the birth of Christ. Holiday traditions vary from country to country, but the heart of the celebration remains the same. Past and present reinforcement personnel share how they have experienced the richness of Christmas traditions from other cultures Going the Extra Mile 9 '. Capturing Major Orville Cole recalls the memorable experience of helping a young mother in need Regulars in pictures , the work of Salvation Army volunteers .,n.,,..,."·-'"' across the territory 12 Chapman's Chatter They Came With Haste (Lt-Colonel Robert Chapman) 18 I Was Just Thinking Field of Dreams (Territorial Commander) 19 Pointed Parables The Final Messenger (Captain Kim Walter) 22 I'm a Salvationist Jerome Astwood, Somerset, Bermuda 23 Looking Back 1994 A Year of Celebration and Loss News 16 Around the Territory Did You Know? 20 People and Places Recognition and enrolment, tribute, gazette, calendar A Tenacious Love Story I spent Lime in the "sunshine state" in late Septemb 1: Between hurricane warnings and weather watches, I soaked up Florida's rays and partook of all its tourist attractions during a refreshing personal vacation. Through memory, the warmth lingers this cold December. I'm intrigued with outer space and its mysteries. Hence, I took another opportunity to visit the Kennedy Space Center on Florida's east coast. One afternoon my companion and I did our own exploration of the moon, Mars, space shuttles and astronauts. We paused at the mirrored memorial erected to the memory of those whose lives were lost in space exploration. Our final stop was at the gift shop. I noted from the merchandise on which it was emblazoned that NASA has adopted a new phrase: "Failure is not an option." It fits for NASA and its mission. Yet does it not also apply to this season of the year? Christmas reminds us in its quiet and surprising way that God did not give up on His creation. Humanity, failing to live up to its potential, lost in its sin, without hope, was rescued by the unconditional love of its Creator. From Heaven itself He sent His Son to a stable. The Baby's birth says to a needy world: "Failure is not an option." Isn't that what Christmas is all about? When we consider what God's love did for us, our hearts explode and our spirits soar at the thought of the future that lies before us. Surely it is full of joy and great surprise, beyond the mysteries of outer space. Christmas-a tenacious love story Enjoy it. Rejoice in it. Sharon A. Stinka Major, Editor-in-Chief

Australian officers speak of their experiences in Canada Majors Howard and Robyn Smartt, with their two boys, Matt and Chris, arrived in Canada lastjanuary from Sydney, Australia. In an interview with Major Ken Smith, associate editor of The War Cry, they talk about adjusting to life in the Northern Hemisphere, their sense of fulfilment in ministry and the anticipation of their first white Christmas! First of all, it's great having you here in the territmy. Tell us something of your background and experience. Robyn: We both grew up in the Army and were elementary school teachers before becoming officers. I was commissioned in 1983, then served in three corps appointments over the next two years while Howard was in training. Howard: Our first married appointment was as youth officers at Gold Coast Temple, where we were also responsible for a nearby outpost, which later became a corps. 4 warcry December 2004 How did you come to be involved in pastoral care? Howard: When I was attending a course on pastoral counselling in 1989, God spoke to me in a very dramatic way and got my attention. I felt a specific calling, within my calling to officership, to get involved in counselling. I spoke to the secretary for personnel, who was our former training principal. He noted my interest and said: "Write me a letter." So I did, and out of that came a change of appointment to the Army's addictions rehabilitation program on a farm just outside Sydney That was an interesting experience-SO cows, 500 pigs and 60 men recovering from their addictions. Robyn: We're both city people, so that was a bit of a stretch for us. But many good things resulted from that experience. The Army . was good about letting us both get our master's degrees in counselling/psychology during that time. How long were you there? Howard: Almost two and a half years, doing mostly addictions counselling and some administration. After that we were appointed for almost nine years to the Army's counselling service in the Australia Eastern Territory. My specific role was as agency director, which involved a lot of administration, travelling and lecturing at the training college, in addition to the counselling. Robyn: Dming this time I also worked as a counsellor in one of our busy counselling centres. If I had a specialty, it would be in counselling children and young teens. I enjoyed that. Howard: Following that appointment, and immediately prior to coming here, we were corps officers at Springwood-a mediumsized corps just outside Sydney Robyn: It was a very steep learning curve after 11 years of doing other things, but it was good for us to get in touch again with issues that corps officers face today You were only in that appointment for two years. How did you feel about moving to Canada? And was there anything in your previous appointments that prepared you for your cunent roles?

Howard: We had a very strong sense from God when we were first led to go into counselling, and we felt the same way about coming to Canada. For me, those have been the two biggest points in my life where I've had a very strong assurance that this was Gods next step. Robyn: Especially coming into this rolepastoring and caring for officers. We both have a very strong passion for empowering people in ministry and caring for officers and their families. Describe your current appointments. Howard: Our titles are directors of pastoral services, and it's a role that's still evolving. We've embraced the previous pastoral care program and are attempting to expand on that. We see our roles as being more strategic and developmental. Will pastoral care for officers continue? Howard: Counselling is still available for those in crisis or who need extra help coping with the demands of ministry or dealing with personal issues. But we think that pastoral care should be much broader, and should be very much more proactive and preventative. There's a lot more we could be doing, as a church, to help each other. For example, we want to be empowering officers to know how to care for themselves. Robyn: From what we've observed, the many changes that are currently happening in this territory are creating added stress for those involved in ministry. Change is messy and always provokes anxiety For many officers that just adds to the other pressures they face on a daily basis. Don't get me wrong-there are a lot of happy, fulfilled and effective officers out there, too. But many are carrying quite a bit of ministry-related stress. On a personal level, how have you found the transition to Canada? Robyn: We'd never been to Canada before-never lived or even been anywhere near snow-so it's quite a new experience for us. Our boys enjoyed the snow activities last winter. It's exciting, really, but challenging at the same time. Howard: We arrived here at the end of January, so we've been here almost a year. It was 35 C in Sydney when we left and -27 C in Toronto when we arrived! Until we came here, we just had no concept of what that was like. Winters in Sydney were quite mild by comparison. I've got to say that Canadian people have been wonderful to us, They've been so kind and warm, and that's really helped the transition enormously Robyn: Even with all the paperwork-the government forms and other papers to fill in-people have just been so helpful, and it really is appreciated. Have you seen much of the territory? Howard: Yes, we've been as far west as the Rocky Mountains in Alberta and as far east as St. John's, Newfoundland. We've seen quite a few places in Ontario, been to Quebec, and even visited Saskatchewan and Winnipeg-in February! Whats the adjustment been like coming from Australia, and how does the Army here compare to where band person. He's a guitarist. So he's finding a place for that now. Chris plays bass guitar and they sometimes help out with the worship team at Agincourt Community Church where we soldier. Matt has been asked to play in divisional worship teams for special events, too, so that helps. Are you looking forward to your first Canadian Christmas? Robyn: We haven't had a Christmas with snow before, so that will be quite new. We're used to Christmas being in midsummer. Howard: In Australia, many corps hold community carol services, and bands go carolling door-to-door in the bright summer sunshine. People are you've come from? Howard: There are a lot of similarities between the two countries. Culturally, Canadians are probably a little more reserved than Australians. We're discovering that Canadians like to have fun and we're learning about the Canadian sense of humour, which is different than Australian. I think a sense of humour is something that is very spontaneous in your own culture. We're just learning to connect in a Canadian setting. In terms of the Army, its a little more traditional here than we've been used to in Australia, at least in the corps we've visited. We've picked up on it at summer music camps with our boys, too, where theres still an emphasis on bands and vocal groups. But it's great to see more creative approaches to ministry emerging. Our boys-par- "We had a very out mowing their lawns or children are playing in the street or riding on bikes. They're generally quite open and friendly when the Anny band comes around. Robyn: We're also used to going to church on Christmas morning. Many people that never go during the year go at Christmas. Families come in civvies and then go from there to whatever family function they have planned. Many corps put on a Christmas lunch for people in the community who are on their own. That's quite a big thing. strong sense from God when we were first led to go into counselling, and we felt the same way about coming to Canada" Majors Robyn and Howard Smartt Howard: As a family, we often have a Ch1istmas Eve meal, because Christmas Day we're doing other things. This year I imagine we'll be attending a Christmas Eve service and then enjoying family time ticularly Matt-play guitar, so they had to work a bit at finding their place. It's an ongoing adjustment to the Canadian culture for all of us. Tell us about your boys. Robyn: Matt is 16 and Chris is 13. They're doing remarkably well considering all the changes they've been through, including coming into a new school system in the middle of the year. Being at Jackson's Point Camp this summer has been really significant for both of them. Matt also had a great time at the Territorial School of Music and Gospel Arts in August. He's not a brass on Ch1istmas Day That will feel quite different for us. Different countries-different cultures. Yet we all serve the same God. Thanh you for shaiing your comments with our readers. With your bacliground and experience, I'm sure you will be able to help many officers cope with the stress of change that is happening all around us. Howard: We can honestly say that we love what we do, and we have a very strong sense that God wants us here for now. We're really appreciating connecting with people. That's what it's all about.we December 2004 warcry 5

Reinforcement personnel share Christmas stories from their experience in other cultures Afar to Moscow, Russia . They Came from d our first Christmas in celebrate b T wo years ago we f the world ce\e rate Moscow. Peo?le in th\~:;.~ :ee and an exchange of New Year's Day with a New d Christmas Day and there gifts. January 7 i_s celebrat: c:~rches. As we approached are special services at thd_ . al datE' of our western 5 the tra ,non \ . December 2 - . to be very \one y, as in re expecting Christmas-we we There were no decora- . d is a non-event. , H me Russia this ate d. os playing/ I/ Be o . carols no ra I • h tions no Chnstmas , d we gathered wit a ' N be deterre , f for Christ~as. o~ to al Christian students, marY rom group of 1nternat1on ur house after their classes. We Africa. They came too Chr'stmas story and sang carols. shared dinner, read the ' d that we had invited them The students were so please the one; blessed as we . \ d but we were for this speoa ay, . had a very special Chnstmas. Captai1n Patricia Kennedy 6 warcry December 2004 Celebrating in the Shade in Jamaica Our_ fir~t Christma~ Eve in Jamaica saw t:mperatures over 90 F, m1dn1ghr shopping to the accompaniment of reggae music and a decorated palm tree in our living room. The stockings were hung in the window, in the hope that the cool breezes would keep the chocolate from melting. On Christmas morning we rose bright and early, not to rush to rhe gifts under our tropical tree, but to join the band and corps members to visit hospitals and orphanages where we distributed gifts to the less fortunate. We would celebrate as a family only after we had ministered to others, about noon. It only happened once because of the cost, but one New Year's Day three North American couples got together and raised $350 to buy a turkey. It was too hot to cook all the trimmings so we went to the park where we feasted on cold salads under the shade of a poinciana tree. In other years we stayed at home or joined Jamaican friends for chicken rice and peas and a cool glass of sorrel. Major Lindsay Rowe

Bringing Cheer to the Isolated in Chile I n South America, the blossoms on the trees and the warmth in the spring air remind us that Christmas is just around the corner. Even though the snow-scene cards and sleighbell carols lose their meaning here, seeing The Salvation Army at work at Christmastime never loses its charm. Last year the "Dorcas" group, some bandsmen and THQ officers, visited a hospital that specializes in respiratory illnesses. It is located outside the city, high in the hills, where the air is clean and fresh, overlooking a tree-filled valley. Beautiful as the setting might be, at Christmastime one becomes aware of how isolated people can feel, especially when families are separated by illness. It is at times like these when the company of God's people can mean so much. Lt-Colonel Susan McMillan DiJ?ner for One in Me1ssen G Lastyearabour 70 , ermany ,, guests came . I Eve Dinner For One" at Tl f~r ~he ~h,rd annual Christmas e derly and widowed or had b ,e a vanon Army. Some were Most Were from th h een abandoned by their fa ·1· Tl e omeles h I . m, tes /e s':1e// of_stale beer and t;bs e ter 1.usr down the street.· o Chnstmas baking and pe F acco mixed wirh the aroma .though no one really notice~ uEmed candles. Jesus came, roo tnto ora · veryone was t b . ' nges, chocolates and Ch . oo usy digging came up in songs and in the _nstmas cooking. His name knew abour the Baby J Christmas story, though S in h esus. Others . ome " t ecommunistera werehe . , manyofwhomwereraised We didn't grow up ~ith reli ~:n~ the story f~r the first time. year The Salvation Army will o~fi n: they admitted later. This event. We are dreaming of a w _er tts f~urch "Dihner For One" hearc of stone will b ~tte Christmas in which ecorne whiter ch many a an snow. Lieutenant Gerald Dueck Sharing the Season's Joy in C During my flm Christmas a . ff~pe Town, South Africa s a co, ps o teer I re co_ be playing carols with a S I . A member how strange it felt ., a vatton rmy band d . un,,orm. At that momem I 1· d h . out oors th my summer b , rea ize t at Christmas . C e different than anything I had k . in ape Town was going to h nown ,n Canada My 'f, d ow our children would grow k . · WI e an I thought about f h up never now,ng a wh' Ch - o t e other images we'-' . ite nstmas or many u C0me to associate w· h h f, • part ofour Christmas Day with th tt t e est1ve season. We shared d • . e women at Carehave h I c • . omest1c violence. My two youn bo 5 ha . . . n, a s e ter ,or v1cc1111s of quickly. At the end of the day w g I.Y d pp,ly parttctpated and the time passed . e rea 1ze that ou I 'Id h . Ch nstmas tradition that was . r c lt ren ad expenenced every I tmportanr. To have an • ove of Jesus with those who know h. 6 opporturnty to share the we honestly could not think of an noht tngf a ou,t it had brought us all such joy yw ere e se wea rather be. The Gift of New Friends in Johannesburg, South Africa L ast year, after leading the Christmas morning service at Johannesburg City Corps, we were invited out for dinner with a South African officer couple and their fami ly. The weather was far coo hot for a Canadian-style turkey di nner. Instead, the South African tradition for those with a European background is co have a braaiwhich is Afrikaans for "barbecue." There was beef, chicken, lamb and boerewors (a special South African sausage). The feast was spread on a table out on the porch and we thoroughly enjoyed every bite as we sweltered in the hot sun. Following dinner came the exchange of gifts. The best part of the day was the way in which we had been welcomed into rhe lives of our new friends, especially since it was our first Christmas away from home for many years. Major Glenda Mac Kenzie Captain Doug Hammond Gathering Around the Tree in Papua New Guinea Christmas in this part of the world brings its own traditions. Most people who live in the cities go home to their family villages-at Christmastime. le is a week of special feasts and often a pig will be killed on Christmas Day (this only happens on very special occasions.) A few days beforehand, a large tree is decorated ih the village centre. After church on Christmas Day, the villagers gather around the tree hoping their names will be called. In some villages a branch from a tree is cut down and decorated in the homes. le is mainly small children and the elderly who receive gifts, as well as those who are very poor. Everyone in the entire village gathers in great anticipation, hoping to hear their name being called. This is always a happy time of great celebration. Families also take a day during the Christmas week to visit the village cemetery. There they have a special meal around the graveside of family members who have passed away. They often spend the entire day at the cemetery in honour of departed family members. Major Larry Jones NATIVITY PAGEANT: Major Robert Mac Kenzie with children in South Africa December 2004 warcry 7

8 Miracle,working God Evident in Zimbabwe L ast year, Christmas giving_was.~ther frug~I, influenced by the ongoing economic cns1s. We deoded to help by taking the children of our officers and staff to a nearby park, where we arranged for them to go on all the rides. Gihs and treats for the children were provided by the Canada and Bermuda Territorial Missionary Focus and the generosity of the Army's New Heights Church in Winnipeg. What delighted the children most was the train ride back to the station with Santa, all singing Jingle Bells. The next day one mother reported that during bedtime prayers with her young son he announced: "Oh, God is good. I now believe that there is a miracleworking God!" She asked what had made him say that. He replied: "I dreamed I would visit Greenwood Park and maybe go on a ride, and now I've done it!" With that he smiled, closed his eyes and went to sleep. Lt-Colonel Marguerite Ward . . . A Starry Witness i Oh L ivmg ,n a counrry where Ch , aka, Bangladesh rhe pop I . nst1ans make u I h ketrles, no c~r~t:t;~' t~:rlsrmas isn'r very com,.:;e::r h:~eo;~ percent of to celebrate Chris ' . stores. On Chr;stmas mornin . ere are no that it is just anot~s b~th, bur as we drive to the cor/' we have a service of the significance;; th: :or the millions who live h:;t~:: conscious The highlight for . ay. , Y unaware women' h . . me is the Christmas pr b s re abilitation centre M d ,ogram and feast at the Dhak e ore they arrive B h . ost on t know th Ch a ca rols, which th . . Y t e time of ,the feast the e rlscmas story the Christm ey sing enrhusiastica/ly fro~ Y have learned several story in dra1~: s~orj ":any times. They present ~,,er'.°1ory, and have read stage. Many w ' me ud,ng a depiction of Mary "d el.'r P:rspective of the I ant to know m e JVenng" herb b ove for them ore, making it a great t' a yon Ab' . •me to share Christ'.s ig symbol for Ban I d h. make big b • g a es I Christians is h . . eaut1ful stars out of b b t e Chnstmas sta~ Th tissue paper w· h am oo sticks d . ey roofs or in th _it light bulb inside. They h an h coloured doth or e1r windows, as a sign to all ang t ese stars on their around that . . h of a Christian- . It is t e home hey hang these there In that Chnst can be Found Thanking G d fi • . a country where h in 8 oh or New life stars on theu roofs or in so few Christians it's t _ere are 0 a amas . d . ib/ . , an 1ncred- ne Christmas m . ows, as a sign to all around e Witness. d ' 'bthe corps officer:r;:ni we hel~ed that i is th.....,11.1.1!.lll.1;...JOf a Christian Captain Elizabeth istn ute toys t assau Citadel - N bourhood. At O needy children in the ne· h at Christ can be found there elson o one P<1rt1cul •g - ~~g, asked two little b a'. stop, my husband, a v1s1t from Santa Cl oys if they had received a quiet "no." He quic~~s. They both replied with _of che van, revealing all ~hopened the back doors tt w_e were surround d be toys. ~-efore we knew obviously h d e Y fam1l1e.s wh . I . a very little . h o quite t 1mgs. It Was difficult for~~ t f. e way of material sure that everyone receive e ~ur of us to make we ~anaged. It reminded d a gift. Bur somehow the five thousand! 1M me of the feeding of the faces of those ~h e were blessed so much b when we asked the Bo :ere_ there that day. Ofce: Were they would resp~n:~:.an people how they Thar day we thanked God for :~an~ God for life." came to give us life. is gift of Jesus who Major Betty Ann Lewis Carols and Candles at Howard Hospital, Zimbabwe Christmas is celebrated at a lower level in the highlands of rural Zimbabwe. Many families can't afford the tinsel and trimmings associated with the day elsewhere around the globe. The event is a quiet one at home, perhaps punctuated by a special meal, a roasted chicken and a morning worship service. At Howard Hospital, a long-standing tradition is our Christmas Eve carol service. With carol sheets in one hand and a candle in che ocher, staff members and their children, nursing students and visitors walk through the various hospital wards. At each stop, a popular carol is sung, followed by a selection of Scripture and a prayer, For most patients with AIDS this will be their last Christmas on earth. This reality makes the Christmas message even more relevant. Some may think it ironic that we close our service with We Wish You a Merry Christmas, but when reflecting on God's gift to us, we find joy in the faces of patients, workers and their families, even in the face of extreme suffering and difficult circumstances. Dr Paul Thistle The Shadow of His w· lnQS Words of Life - Easter 2005 warcry ~or many people, life is lived under a shadow of sorrow and suffering, with the questions "Why7" d "Wh t f 7" • an a or. as constant coryipanions. . F?r Christians, life is also lived in the shadow, but th1~ is not a dark place of abandonment or despair. The Scnptures speak of living in the shadow of God's wings a pl~ce of safety and ·refuge that covers and protects'. Gods Word assures us that no matter how great the struggles we face, no matter how deep the darkness we go through, God is with us, working out His sovereign purposes for our lives. This edition of Words of Life features some of the December 2004 complex questions of struggle and suffering, readings for Easter, chapters from Luke's Gospel, Jacob's story, the message of the prophet Habakkuk and the world's greatest text-John 3:16. Major Barbara Sampson, editor ~ords of Life is available through the supplies and purchasing department, 2 Overlea Blvd., Toronto ON M4H 1P4; phone: 416-422-6100; e-mail: [email protected]. Also through the Salvation Army Christian Book and Suppl C t at 21 Ad y en re . ~ms Ave, St. John's NL A1C 4Z1; phone: 709-579-3291; e-mail: [email protected]

Each December, thousands of Salvation Army workers and volunteers assist those Jess fortunate by helping to give them a Christmas that they otherwise might not enjoy. The following true story is but one example of the sacrificial service made by many dedicated officers throughout the territory as part of this annual ministry. Even after 25 years as a Salvation Army officer, I wasn't prepared for what I saw. Inside was a young mother in tattered clothes, with her son tugging at her pant leg. The apartment was a pathetic sight. The main room was empty, except for one wooden chair and a small box. The kitchen I twas a cold Christmas Eve in St. John's, Nfld. As The Salvation Army's director of public relations, I was completing last-minute tasks at the office before going home to be with my family All the workers, volunteers and support staff had left the building to get an early start on their own Christmas celebrations. I was all alone, finishing up some paperwork, enjoying the peace and quiet after a busy day The sudden ringing of the telephone broke the silence. "Who could it be at this hour on Christmas Eve?" I wondered. On the other end of the line was was furnished with a rickety card table and an ancient fridge and stove. When the fridge door was opened, the empty shelves were an overwhelming sight. All I could see were four slices of bread and a half-litre of milk. The woman was gracious and asked me to sit down. Gradually she revealed her story Abandoned by her boyfriend, she had been left alone for the past year to raise her child. To make matters worse, she had lost her job. When I presented her with the an anonymous caller wanting help for her neighbour-a single mother with a three-year-old child, struggling to make ends meet. "They're not going The main room hamper and toys, her first reaction was a question: "Did anybody tell you to come?" to have much of a Christmas," she said. "Can you help them?" I thought of my family at home making their own holiday preparations. I was eager to wrap things up at the office and join in the festivities. But how could I refuse someone in need? Taking down the woman's name and address, I promised to see what I could do. I quickly filled a hamper with food items and toys, was empty, except for one wooden chair and a small box "Yes," I responded. The woman was so grateful. Ashamed of herself and her home, she would never have come forward to ask for help on her own. Before I left, I was also able to fill some of the empty living room space with a Christmas tree and decorations donated to the office just the day packed them up in my car and drove off into the night. I soon arrived at the door of the basement apartment and rang the bell. After a moment, a cautious woman opened it slightly I explained the reason for my visit and was invited in. before "for someone in need." Glad to be able to make someone's Christmas a little brighter, I left feeling thankful for The Salvation Army and the ongoing ministry to which God has called me. we December 2004 warcry 9

The origins of some familiar Salvation Army Christmas carols Music plays a big part in Christmas. Where would we be without the familiar carols and other festive songs that remind us of Christ's birth and the joy of happy holiday celebrations? Whether in shopping malls or at symphony concerts, holiday jingles on the radio or brass bands on the street corner, music and Christmas are inseparable. In the same way music and The Salvation Army go hand in hand-especially at Christmas. But did you know that Army writers have come up with numerous carols and songs that are distinctly our own? Here are the stories behind some of the more familiar ones. ~Clffid o/ the Pl3etu Ivy Mawby/Norman Bearcroft L-colonel Norman Bearcrort recent ly reminisced about Lins ve1y popular piece: "The leader of the National ·ongsters (an all-fema le group based aL t:he National HcadquarLers In London . England) came lo see me with an urgent request f r a new carol , which Lbe songsters needed for the annual National Christmas Festival at t.he Wesumnster Central Hall the following Saturday She wanted something 'cheerful.' On the train going home I scribbled out a melody and the first four words, 'Ding dong, ding dong,' but could get no further. I decided to contact Colonel Ivy Mawby, a poet and the writer of the words of three songs in the Army Song Book, and who also worked at the same headquarters. I gave her my manuscript and by the next morning she had three verses and a chorus written. The songsters had the carol for their rehearsal that same night! I later used the music as the theme for a cornet and trombone double trio under the title of.Joyous Carillon." cd 6Ttm7 Q/V~ Joy Webb ajar Joy Webb, who received the Order of the Founder earlier this year, became internationally known in the 1960s when she formed the Army's first official pop group, The Joystrings. In her book Bridge of Songs she writes: "Little did I know that a Christmas song of mine would one day make the pop charts ... A Stany Night has continued to be the song by which most non-Salvationists know my name, especially school children. The funny thing is that the song started out with a very different title. I took the recurring phrase, 'King of all the world', and I still have the manuscript of my very first draft of the melody which has this as the title. Of course A Starry Night is a much more evocative title. It oozes Christm-"s atmosphere. "A Starry Night went into the charts and in the weeks around Christmas that year every time you turned the radio on you seemed to hear it. The extraordinary thing is that you still hear it at Christmas today, 30 years on. Of course it may have something to do with the fact that it is printed in school songbooks in Great Britain, but it still amazes me." 10 warcry December 2004 Joy Webb ajar Webb comments: "It was suggested that I write a simple Christmas song for the children [Sunbury Junior Singers] to record in the hope that we could capture the Christmas market. No sooner was it recorded and put out than it seemed every child was singing it. Of course it's got repetition at the heart of its musical construction-if you can call anything as simple as Noel constructed! Something about it just seemed to catch on, and all these years later there is never a Christmas when I don't hear it sung somewhere."

Arch R. Wiggins/Wilfred Kitching oted Salvation Army historian and author Colonel Brindley Boon recalls the origins of this carol: "The words were written for the 1942 Christmas issue of The Musician, of which then-Brigadier Arch R. Wiggins was the editor. Later, when the author was editor-in-chief in Melbourne, Australia, his words were set to music by Colonel Wilfred Kitching, CS, Australia Southern Territory, and subsequently published in The Musical Salvationist in 1949. These officers were well acquainted. They had been commissioned as captain and lieutenant from the International Training College in 1915 and appointed as corps officers to Devizes in Wiltshire. They later collaborated in the writing of many popular songs. "In 1951, for the 14th annual Carols by Candlelight Christmas Eve celebration at Melbourne's Alexandra Gardens, the Melbourne Staff Band was invited to take part and a Salvation Army carol was requested. The Stable Door was chosen and became an immediate hit. The writers were not there. Colonel Wiggins had returned to London, England, as assistant editor-in-chief and editor of the international War C1y. Lt-Commissioner Wilfred Kitching was by now Sweden's territorial commander and in three years would be elected as the Army's seventh General." cdY!/~~ Donald Weekes/ferry Camsey ,..~~. his carol waswriuen when l was Jn 1Jiy lat¢ teens," recalls Major Terry Camsey. ''lL was· ne 0[ 1 h. se insta11ces here the melod)' preceded the words. r. was a bandsman/songster at .Cheltenham Corps in the Birmingham Ditrisjb11, U.K. Tly, and was starting LO exp rimem with mposition . The melody was, I have to say, the result of divine inspiration, rather than human perspiration. The CSM at the time was Donald Weekes who very kindly set the music to words, which struck an instant chord with me. "The song was published in Songs for Young People in 1957, and was later included by Lt-Colonel Ray Bowes in a cornet solo that was premiered by me at the Royal Albert Hall in London, England. I recall it was part of a festival organized to raise funds for the Leukemia Research Society-a group to which my wife and l became attached after the loss of our three-year-old daughter to that dreadful disease." ::Z:01 o91Y!/luld o'l'ludlr%Jwn:1 @hee Catherine Baird/Brindley Boon olonel Brindley Boon writes: "Soon after I joined the staff of The Musician in the editorial department at IHQ in November 1947 (before I was an officer), Lt-Colonel Catherine Baird, editor of The Young Soldier, called at my small office. She graciously invited me to provide a musical setting for a Christmas poem she had just written. The concept captured my imagination from the moment I first read her words. What an original idea! A plea to a shepherd boy learning the business of caring for the sheep on Bethlehem's hills to listen to the angels' song and hurry with his elders down to the village to witness the greatest mystery of all time. I did my best to write music worthy of the wonderful words. "More than 25 years later it was a moving experience to stand in those shepherds' fields and look down upon Bethlehem. I thanked God for Catherine Baird and the fictional shepherd boy who inspired the song. It is a cause of deep personal regret that I never heard it sung." Information compiled by Major Miriam Mills December 2004 warc,y 11

CHAPMAN'S ...... chatter A <Miu 1J. &h.Jid /w&,u 1:/uqJm,u,. They Can1e With Haste As we think of that Nativity cene in the par , we reflect on the fi m reminder that manuelGod With Us- ·s present th oughout our earthly journey A ftcr spending nine years in wesrern anada as alva1 1on Army officers, my \. ife an d I were appointed to the Mount Den nis (lat.er York Temple) Corps in Toronto. We were thrilled with the wide range of ages and the vibrant activity in operation, including a Sunday school with an average attendance of over 100. This meant participation in a well-organized primary department for our threeyear-old son, Bob. Christmas was drawing near and the children were preparing to depict the familiar manger story in the annual pageant. The script had been written, proper costumes assembled and all were rehearsing their lines in preparation for the big night. Bob was given the task of reciting the familiar verse that went: "And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger" (Luke 2:16 KJV). The item went off without a hitch and received appropriate acclaim. Having returned to Ontario after a prolonged absence meant that for the first time we, as a family, could journey to my boyhood home in London, Ont., for a special Ch1istmas holiday One of the first things we wanted to do was visit a Nativity scene in one of the local parks, where we pointed out to Bob the various participants in the Christmas story 'There are Mary and Joseph and the Baby Jesus," we said. "And there are the Wise Men and the shepherds." 12 warcry December 2004 Suddenly, with an inquisitive stare, our son looked at us and said: "But where is Haste?" He obviously had remembered the Scripture verse he had learned for the Sunday school program: "And they came with haste ... " * * The years rolled by far too quickly, and after several other appointments we came to Hamilton, Ont., where Bob, now a young man, enrolled at the nearby University of Waterloo. Throughout his years, haste seemed to be the order of the day for him. Hurrying back and forth from university to home and to corps and divisional events made his life one of tremendous activity There were many signs that he was maturing as a Christian. Subsequently, marriage to a fine young Salvationist, Ruth Harding, and the call to the mission field , meant further haste in his desire to serve in some distant land. But it took more than haste to prepare for such an endeavour. Attendance at flight school and work in airports were all part of Bob's preparation to become a fledgling missionary The time finally arrived when he and Ruth, with their three young children, made their way to Cameroon in western Africa. In the air and on the ground, through Bible translation ministry, there would be haste to share the Gospel with those who were still waiting to hear. In was Christmas Day 1999. We were helping to serve over 200 people at the Armys centre in Prince Albert, Sask. Turning to the telephone-with haste-we placed a call to Bob and Ruth. By then they had been 17 years in Cameroon and had lost two of their children to malaria. It would be the last time we would hear their voices on this earth, for suddenly, on January 30, 2000, the plane on which they were travelling from Kenya to the Ivory Coast plummetted into the ocean. The loss of their lives that day affected thousands of people who had been touched by their legacy of love and service. Could it be that "haste" once again came into play? For Bob and Ruth, death was an immediate transition into the presence of the Almighty. Soon, words of comfort and grace came with haste from all parts of the world to sustain us in our loss. This year, as we think again of that Nativity scene in the park, we will reflect on the firm reminder that Emmanuel-God With Us-is present throughout our earthly journey we This is the last al'licle in this series. The War Cry thanhs Lt-Colonel Robert Chapman for his contributions over the past si.,x months and wishes him well as he continues in retirement. Looh Jo,· a new series by Major Ira Barrow to commence in Janua,y.

Thousands of Salvationists and friends of the Army give time each year to support our Christmas outreach and community services ministries. Thank you and keep smiling! London, Ont.

Residents and staff enter into the joy of the season estled on the banks of the Petitcodiac River in the town of Riverview, N.B., is The Salvation Army Lakeview Manor, whose mission is to provide the highest quality care for all who live there. When Christmas arrives, our mission of caring is not compromised but rather enhanced as we concentrate on the physical, emotional, spiritual and social aspects of a person's being. Christmas is ushered in with a flurry of activity The official kickoff comes in the form of a visit from town council members, who arrive in early December to decorate the chapel tree, share a visit with residents and join in with the first carol sing of the season. The residents demonstrate a confident expectation that something special is about to happen as the hallways are decked with a festive anay of holiday garlands, wreaths and colour. As familiar carols are sung and the aroma of Christmas cakes and cookies wafts through the hallways, there is a true sense that we are making the environment home for the residents. The Christmas wish list for our residents has no immediate monetary implications. The simple list speaks to what Christmas means as it radiates from the manger in Bethlehem. So, what is Christmas from the perspective of a nursing-home resident? A Time for Wonder Wishes filled with wonder and amazement still exist in the hearts and minds of the people who call the manor "home." One may hear comments from residents such as: "Just a little bit of snow would really make it look like Christmas." "What special Christmas plans do we have this year?" "What about our candlelight dinner?" "Are we going to gather gifts for 14 warcry December 2004 the children again this year?" "How can we help others?" "We don't need anything." When CBC Radio interviewed some of the residents, they asked: "What are you wishing for this Christmas?" Responses included: "Good health for my family" "A visit from my cat." 'To be able to go home for Christmas Day" "For peace in the world and happiness for all." A Sense of Community Over the years, Lakeview Manor has been blessed by the involvement of dedicated volunteers eager to share in the spirit of the season. Hidden in the lives represented at the manor are wonderful stories of Christmas past. One volunteer, who came to distribute gifts, shared a story of his time as a young pilot during the Second World War. He told of having to fly on Christmas Eve. Recognizing that it might be cold in the cockpit of his plane, he requested an extra pair of socks from a particular supply group, for which he had to pay five cents. Before his departure he visited the Salvation Army post for a cup of hot tea. The Sally Ann girl on duty provided him with two free pairs of socks to keep his feet warm. Because this one Salvation Army worker was sensitive

HAPPY FACES: Volunteer Sue Coates shares a lighter moment with resident Gordon Cassidy during a teddy bear picnic by Major Shirley King Executive Director to this mans physical need for warmth, the residents of Lakeview Manor later benefited from his kindness. What a wonderful tribute to the work of The Salvation Army A resident with Salvation Army roots recalls one Christmas when his father was the corps bandmaster. When the son questioned why the father put himself through the rigorous exercise of serenading in freezing temperatures, his fathers response was simply: "I do it for the Lord." With a smile on his face and a spark of delight in his eyes, the resident declares: "You know, you never get it out of your system." When the children from Care-A-Lot Day-care Centre visit for their annual Christmas concert, the residents are delighted to hear the collection of angelic voices as they present their carols and recitations. During the year the children from this day-care program gather their pennies and present their donations to the manor. The money raised will be used toward expenses for a new wheelchair-accessible bus. A Season of Light and Love The anticipation of the children anxiously awaiting Christmas Day truly makes spirits bright. The residents watch for and listen to the little ones as they share their message of hope and peace during the season oflight and love. We settle back and watch in wonder and amazement as the season unfolds before us. As we celebrate again Christ's birth, I am so thankful that Lakeview Manor regularly experiences wonder, amazement, hope, peace, community and love. we resources I • New Love-Thinking Aloud About Practical Holiness ·'· NEW ·~,. LOVE Comr Shaw Clifton and other international guest writers This book reaffirms the practical, day by day relevance of the Army's holiness teaching. Useful for personal and devotional purposes as well as group study. $29.95 Heroes of the Faith Derek Elvin The Salvation Army has many heroes of the faith. This book retells the stories of 12 of them in the hope A Celebration Impact Brass Includes: We Have an Anchor; Breathe; Let the Beauty of that others will be challenged to live heroically. $10.95 Jesus; All That I Am; Celebration Overture; Kingsfold. $20 Spirituals for Brass Montclair Citadel Band All arrangements by William Gordon. $24.95 ISB-Live From New York International Staff Band Recorded during the ISB's North American tour last April. Tracks include: Montclair Citadel; Ask; Temple 85; The Essence of Time; From That Sacred Hill. $24.95 A Christmas Collage Mountain Citadel Band/ Stonechurch Brass Tracks include: Joyful Bells; Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming; White Christmas; I Wonder As I Wander;God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; Fantasy on French Carols; A Christmas Reverie. $20 The Passion of the Christ From acclaimed director Mel Gibson comes a profound story of courage and sacrifice depicting the final 12 hours in the life of Jesus Christ. A triumphant and uncompromising filmmaking achievement. DVD - $29.89; VHS - $18.50 Sounds of Christmas St. John's Temple Band Tracks include: A Latin Christmas; A Christmas Pastorale; Fanfare on Regent Square; Joyful, Joyful; Trepak from The Nutcracker; Season's Greetings. $15 For these and other great products contact the Salvation Army Christian Book and Supply Centres: 2 Overlee Blvd, Toronto ON M4H 1 P4 phone: 416-422-6100; e-mail: [email protected] 21 Adams Ave, St. John's NL A1C 421 phone: 709-579-3291; e-mail: [email protected] Taxes, shipping and handling extra December 2004 warcry 1 5

North Bay is feeding the hearts of many Gospel Fellowship Cafe S ince April 2003 Non.h Bay Corps bas been hosting a feeling pr gram. wiLh a spiritual c mp nent. "We feed people a full-course meal and then we have a golden nugget from the Word," says Major Carletta Thornhill, CO. "There's lots of gospel singing and sometimes a testimony from someone who comes in to share with us." Most evenings see 100 people in attendance, plus 25 volunteers. "Many of the people who attend weekly consider this their church service for the week," continues Major Thornhill. "It'.s brought a spirit of unity, Christ's love, ministry and mission to our corps." Volunteers are allocated to the kitchen, serving, greeting and music team. "The primary responsibility of the greeting team is to build relationships with those who are coming in," says the major. "But that is happening not only with the greeters but with all the teams." The cafe staff even had the opportunity to conduct a memorial service for one of their clients. 'There was no funeral service and several friends requested an opportunity to say their goodbyes. So we Did you know ... .. . 12-year-old David Furey, a junior soldier of Dartmouth CC, N.S., raised over $355 by canvassing his neighbourhood for old pop bottles and cans? He has requested that the money be sent to help needy children in Zambia ... childhood friends Shirley Clarke of Lewisporte, Nfld., and Florence Keel-Burton of Sydney, N.S., were reunited at this year's Maritime divisional seniors' camp? They had not seen each other for 53 years ... Christian radio station VOAR, operating out of Mount Pearl, Nfld., has been on the air for 75 years? 16 warcry December 2004 conducted the memorial service right here in the gospel cafe." There are many occasions when people request prayer support or ask to speak privately with a member of the corps. "I would like to see a continuation of relationship building because I believe friendship evangelism will be the key to leading people to Christ and to helping them mature in their faith." ... Muntajab Ibraheem Mohammed, the Iraqi leader of Salvation Army emergency services in that country, has received the Army's Order of Distinguished Auxiliai:y Service? He is the first Muslim to be so honoured ... five Salvationists from one family died in the floods that hit Haiti in September? In addition, the entire contents of a Salvation _Army outpost building were destroyed ... on the third anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, more than 40,000 Christians marched through the German capital of Berlin signing and praying as part of Jesus Day festivities? ... THQ officers and employees raised $3,300 Eamp Prob s th @J l5[J) Officer and lay leaders brought together 0 ffi.ce.r and l.:1y kacl.ers in Newfoundland and Labrador West met at Twin Pond5 Camp to probe the hean of leadership. nder the direction of DHQ staff, about 180 corps officers, local officers and potential leaders were enveloped in a plethora of sessions covering various aspects of ministry and personal development. Delegates came away from the camp with a revised vision of leadership, a deepened sense of their spiritual lives and a new motivation for ministry in the local corps. Colonel Roy Bungay, DC, reminded delegates that leadership is "an affair of the heart." He said leadership of people takes us into the front lines of significant life-changing decisions and counsel. The colonel described key aspects of leadership, and suggested that "transformational and tum-around leaders will recognize the telltale signs of decline and regroup, replan, restructure, rethink and redesign the ministry in line with the new vision." He concluded by presenting his personal vision for the division looking forward to 2008, and invited response from the leaders. Commissioner M. Christine MacMillan, TC, outlined her thoughts on a wide range of issues related to the Canada and Bermuda Territory. The commissioner invited feedback from delegates and was called upon to respond to a number of controversial issues. for Partners in Mission by participating in a World Missions Day? Events included a prayer service, barbecue lunch and silent auction ... a recent poll indicates that 61 percent of Canadians believe religious practice is an important factor in the moral and ethical life of the country? Just 29 percent say religion plays an important part in their own lives ... an American, Brendan Powell Smith, is working on a project to illustrate various stories from the Bible using LEGO? Pictures of his work thus far are shown on his Web site: www.thebricktestament.com ... this year marks the 200th anniversary of the International Bible Society?

C NNEXlTY is an alt rnaUv;- worshi p xp - rience for I he senses. lt takes place the fi rst and third Sunday evenings of each month at Mississauga Temple, Ont. C Div. Led by Captains Steve and Leslie Wiseman, ACOs, along with a team of volunteers, the primary focus is to make a connection with Jesus and build community with others. The gathering space invokes reverence through its candlelit atmosphere. A band plays relevant music, but it is not the main focal point. A cross and other worship symbols are in the forefront. While no two worship gatherings are identical they all include interactive elements, allowing worshippers to connect with God through various stations rather than just being a spectator. Images are projected on the walls and symbols are placed around the room, providing a pictorial layout for the God story being shared. Worshippers are encouraged to explore their own creativity and to freely express Surrey Community Church grows as they rely more on the Holy Spirit ~,1etaEI the bottom line. Building community and connecting people with Jesus themselves. They are given opportunities to journal, draw, compose and partake in different prayer experiences, including a labytinth and an Emmaus walk. There are opportunities to be loud and to be silent. CONNEXITY answers the need for relationship. People are provided with a welcoming atmosphere where they can connect with others. Underlying all of this is the desire to have people connect with Jesus. "I think connexity is a vital part of the future of our church and of the Army," says Major Doug Binner, CO. "I think this emergent expression of worship is the key to connecting a new generation to the Kingdom and in a small way to the 'organized church.' What's offered is current, relevant, exciting and challenging. I like what I see and I am convinced that it is essential." "Connexity has helped me learn and grow at an extremely fast rate," says Hilary Booth. "I think this is because I can relate to the sermons, apply them daily and they actually hold my attention because they are so interactive. It is impacting my life because it brings me closer to God through worship and the sermons help me to grow in my spirituality and keep me in check on my walk with God." F ive years ago Surrey CC was scheduled to close . Today they are averaging 140 people on a Sunday. "The Lord has been moving so powerfully," says Major Roy Langer, CO. "I believe it comes down to prayer. We've got corps members who are dedicated to intercessory prayer and they've been praying consistently for our church family. We've recently enrolled 15 people as senior soldiers and have seen 20 people come to know Christ. Every Sunday there are new people coming in. Prayer-that's "There are no fancy formulas," says Major Langer. "God is moving in a miraculous way and as the Holy Spirit moves throughout the church God is blessing and we are receiving. As corps officers, Sandy and I are completely open to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We have three different prayer meetings on the go. We have our typical Bible studies and our Alpha program, but it's prayer and faithfulness. There are Sundays when we don't get a chance to preach, people just come forward for prayer. I've been in ministry now for 20 years and I've never had such a powerful experience. " The corps is working to put the name of Jesus into every home in Surrey within three years. "We have a population of 375,000, and I believe that in three years it could be done," says Major Langer. "What people do with that message is their choice, but we are going to plant the seeds. Surrey has a huge Sikh population. We know that it is a very difficult culture to get into, but we are going to do it." December 2004 warcry 17

c:: t3 ,!2) :r:"' I!! V C C'l .S! :;; 0 z " ,._:::,:.. 0 c:: 0 o E i <a c,i Q) ::i e~:2 > C e 0 .l!l C .c a.. a.. "O ffl {j ffi c:: "' Q) 'O " 'O @ ,2 5 c:: 0 ~.:; "' C\J Q) 3 0 <a >- g- z c:: E c. ·u ,5 C E Cb 0"' ' +=- a. Q) ::, "' Q) rn Q) .2: (/) 0 'O .!!! "' Q) (\J 0 (f) rn " c:: Q):, Cb C C. i .c (!) rn ;: I- 0 C\J rn 0 C (\J 0 £l ·.; - 0 st "". Q, - C. ' 'O .;!' E 'O •- Q I :::: ·ca 5 <( (.) a.. w <I: :;; " st Q) .; I I a.. a.. Field of Dreams Artists, with brush in hand, blend backgrounds of muted colours to contrast accentuated notoriety of an intended focus. Tending sheep in the far-off hillsides for the Jerusalem temple sacrifices of cleansing rites are shepherds hidden in the muck and mire of a rural backdrop. The musicals of Hollywood extravaganzas appear on screen and stage with a child's imagination, until the curtain drops finding us in darkness, while waking us up to a I bring you the most joyful news ever announced, and it is for everyone! sober existence of mediocrity. Enter skyward, the angel choir gazing down on sleepy-headed shepherds. History is in the making as non-identities are capitulated into history from a front row centre perspective. Their shock is met with inner emotions to which an angel lullaby responds, soothing the trauma created. · "Don't be afraid!" he said, "I bring you the most joyful news ever announced, and it is for everyone!" (Luke 2:10 LB) At that moment crooks of vocation seek a new direction. Rather than head for the hills they take up a relentless pace, with anticipation Aowing through their veins, as they wait to find themselves breathless at the crib of wonder. The herds of their livelihood are left behind to view the solo act-the Lamb of God, whose cooing brings them profound insights. 'They ran to the village and found their way to Mary and Joseph. And there was the baby, lying in the manger .... All who heard the shepherds' story expressed astonishment" (Luke 2:16, 18 LB). The field hands are on their way home where life could once again pick up the monotones of routine. But these shepherds break out from their crooks and crannies with a supernatural outlook that can't keep quiet. 'Then the shepherds went back again to their fields and Aocks, praising God for the visit of the angels, and because they had seen the child, just as the angel had told them" (Luke 2: 20 LB). I ,,, as just thinking ... what field of dreams can you imagine when the Baby eyes you with His Messianic twinkle? ~Lfa~

Pointed Parables Part 4 The Final Messenger Mark 12:1-12 N ormally we do not associate : · Jesus' parables with Christmas. Among other things, the parables teach us about God's love, His concern for the lost and how we are to treat each other. When we think of Christmas, we call to mind shepherds and Wise Men, a busy inn and maybe even a wicked king. There is no reference to a vineyard or a winepress in Matthew's or Luke's account of Jesus' birth. Yet this parable, known as the Parable of the Wicked Tenants, relates so well to the wonderful story of Jesus coming into the world. As we begin to focus our thoughts around Jesus as Emmanuel-God With Us-let's remember why it was necessary for Him to come. Imagine what it would be like for someone to build a castle and a village and then cultivate the surrounding land for farming. There would be enough food for everyone to eat, tradespeople to keep everyone clothed, homes in good repair and children could go to school. Everything that everyone needed would be right there. Then the owner invites you and your family to move in and oversee the farms and the town. He is going to establish another village and wants you to look after this one for a while. His only condition is that you give him a small percentage of the profits. You can keep the rest. Who wouldn't jump at an opportunity like that? The owner goes on his way and you organize your management team. Everything goes smoothly. But you don't hear from him. You set up a bank account to hold his portion of the profits, but he doesn't come back. So you and your friends decide to take advantage of the situation and seize some of the money for yourselves. You might think that you've pulled one over on the owner, until one day there's a knock at the door. A stranger pulls your written agreement out of his pocket and asks for the owner's share of the profits. Instantly you realize that you're in trouble. You've already spent the owner's portion on a new vacation property for you and your friends and you can't possibly sell it and turn over the money before the messenger realizes what is going on and reports back to the owner. So you do the first thing that pops into your head. You pull out the baseball bat that you have hidden in the umbrella stand in case of an intruder, and you To Ponder Does this parable add to your understanding of what Jesus came to do? What does it tell us about those times that God seems to be silent? How can we avoid the mistakes of the wicked tenants? threaten the messenger. You tell him that you'll come after him if he goes back to the owner and tells him that you can't pay Unfortunately for you, the owner does not give up that easily. He sends another messenger with the same demand. The owner wants to set up another community and he needs the profits from this one to fund his new project. By this time, your family and friends have become rather attached to the retreat you bought with the owner's money, so you have this messenger beaten in the hope that he will be unable to report back to the owner. But the owner, much more tenacious than you had anticipated, sends more messengers-and you treat them all as badly as the first two. This parable was Jesus' way of telling the Jewish leaders that God was not pleased with the way His people were behaving. Instead of following God's instructions, they were making up their own rules as they went along. God had already sent many messengers to remind the people what He was expecting of them. But the life of an Old Testament prophet was not always very pleasant. More recently, God had sent John the Baptist to prepare the Jews, but he had been murdered. Then came Jesus. He was the owner's son in the parable. We don't tend to associate the Parable of the Wicked Tenants with Christmas because it doesn't fit with the message of peace and hope that we like to tell. Jesus certainly came to reconcile us to God. He came to teach us how to live our lives as God intended. And He came to sacrifice His own life so that we could be brought back into fellowship with God after we had wandered .away But what we might not have considered is that the son was the final messenger. After the wicked servants killed the son, the father came himself and judged the tenants. There is no one coming after Jesus. There will be no more prophets. The next time we hear from Heaven will be atjesus' return. He will come to claim His people. He will separate the sheep and the goats. And He will call to account those who have rejected His message. As we prepare to celebrate Christmas this year, let's be thankful that Jesus came and provided a way for us to be reconciled to God. This is what the Advent season was designed to do. As we contemplate that blessing, we can look forward to even more in eternity with Him. we December 2004 warcry 1 9

people and places Recognition and Enrolment Reinforcements Welcomed BRAMPTON, ONT.-Danielle Watson and Velma Guara display their soldiers' covenants, supported by Mjrs Joan and Raymond Piercey, former COs, Brampton Corps. BROCKVILLE, ONT.-New adherents are welcomed. From left, Mjr Alfred Wilson, former CO; Dakota Collison; Debra Collison; Annette Brown; Bev Noseworthy; Mjr Sharon Wilson, former CO. Alfred DeJeet holds the flag. ST. JOHN'S, NFLD.-Sarah Locke is enrolled at St. John's Citadel. Her brother, Cpt Jamie Locke, CO, Glover's Harbour, Nfld., was present for the occasion. From left, Cpt Jamie Locke; Mjr Rene Loveless, CO, St. John's Citadel; Sarah Locke; Lynnette Harris, youth pastor. Holding the flag is Kip Perry. New Outreach Ministry RICHMOND, B.C.-Cpts Orest and Tracy Goyak, COs, welcome Mary Bian as multicultural outreach worker. Mary will concentrate on reaching the growing local Chinese population. Home to Canada's second busiest airport, Richmond is located just south of Vancouver. More than 50 percent of the population is foreign-born, and almost 40 percent of this group are Chinese. Richmond Corps, a growing multicultural congregation, recently began a Chinese ministry to reach out to the community. Mary Bian speaks Mandarin, Cantonese, French and English. She will explore new evangelistic initiatives and culturally sensitive ministries to address the social, practical and spiritual needs of Chinese r Canadians. t The Family of God, From Religion to Divine Rlllationship by Don Goodridge $24.95 plus $4 postage Now Available Based on Paul's letter to the Ephesians, this book addresses head-on the religious malaise of the global community amid the shame of unprecedented international atrocities. The author's personal witness brings hope and guidance to those who struggle with faith issues. Contact: Major Donald Goodridge Unit 73 - 3535 McCulloch Rd Kelowna BC V1W 4R8 [email protected] ADVANCING THE MISSION The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. The War Cry needs pictures and stories of how The Salvation Army is living out its mission and values in your community. Send to: The War Cry, 2 Overlea Blvd, Toronto ON M4H 1P4; e-mail: [email protected]. 20 warcry December 2004 Service Recognized MONTREAL-Catherine Hooper receives a certificate of appreciation for her years of service to The Salvation Army as chair of the Montreal and territorial advisory boards. Making the presentation are Lt-Col Gilbert St-Onge, DC, Quebec Div, and Colonel Glen Shepherd, CS. The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territorial Symposium For Salvation Army Lay People and Officers November 17-20, 2005 Jackson's Point Conference Centre This event will engage Salvationists in seeking positive mission-driven outcomes and God's direction for The Salvation Army For more information, see the article in November/December Horizons The Salvation Army Cedarbrae Community Church (Toronto) 40TH ANNIVERSARY JANUARY 28-30 Guests Majors Lester and Bonnie Bussey Friday: 6:30 p.m.-Anniversary Banquet (ticketed event) Saturday: 6:30 p.m.-Celebrating the Past, Present and Future Sunday: II a.m. and 6 p.m.-Worship Services Former corps officers, members and friends are encouraged to send greetings if unable to attend E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected] All are welcome!

Tribute people and places I SAULT STE. MARIE, Ont.-Born in 1910, Brigadier Margery Lindsay Brodie learned to love God at an early age. Following her commissioning in 1939, she spent all of her officership in finance work, including 21 years at Ottawa Grace Hospital and 16 years at THQ. Margery loved her work and the people she worked with. She also loved children, and spent over 40 years teaching Sunbeams and then Brownies. She is survived Include Booth College in Your Will by many nieces and nephews. After providing for your family and loved ones, you, as a supporter ofThe Salvation Army's William s'a'otticdt~ 'e and Catherine Booth College, may want to include ... i,o '"'" :_~... the college in your will, thus helping to perpetuate your memory and assure the long-term future of the ministry of the college. THUNDER BAY, Ont.-Born in 1931, Roderick "Bruce" MacKenzie was the oldest of four children. He came to the Lord through the Harbour Light program in Vancouver and became a faithful soldier of Jesus Christ and The Salvation Army. A caring and loving person, he was active in community care ministries and a member of the Gideons. Bruce was an encouragement to all who knew him and will be Bequests can reduce the tax payable in the final year of your life, in addition to tax payable by your estate, if any. The college will not be taxed on any bequests made to it. You can give needed support to William and Catherine Booth College by simply including the following words in your will: "I give, devise, and bequeath to The Salvation Army William and Catherine Booth College, 447 Webb Place, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2P2, Canada (insert amount being given here) to be used to support the ministry of education of William and Catherine Booth College." greatly missed. He is survived by his wife, Linda; sisters Anne and Myrna and brother, Alastair. ST. CATHARINES, Ont.-In England, as a girl of 13, Iris Goodger helped her neighbour carry a table to the Salvation Army hall. She stayed for the program, where she met her future husband, Wycliffe, who was a bandsman. In 1957 the family of four moved to Canada, settling in Winnipeg. Iris, a soldier of tender heart, deep convictions, loyalty and marvellous humour, served in 11 positions at various corps including Leicester Castle and Gloucester in England, Winnipeg Citadel and Dovercourt, Toronto. She was among the founding members of Etobicoke Temple and Mississauga Temple. Iris also A bequest can be a specific dollar amount, a specific piece of property, a percentage of an estate, or all or part of the residue of an estate. You can also name William and Catherine Booth College as a contingent beneficiary in the event someone named in the will is no longer living. It is recommended that a lawyer help in drafting or amending a will. LJoa""-"'L..1....-""''--' attended Guelph Corps, Ont., before moving to St. Catharines. She will be missed by husband, Wycliffe; sons Major Martyn (Margo) and Roger (Sandi); five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. For more information, contact Booth College Development Department, 447 Webb Place, Winnipeg MB R3B 2P2 Gazette INTERNATIONAL Promotions/appointments Com rs Keith/Pauline Banks, the territorial commander's representative and associate representative in Scotland, U.K. Tty; Lt-Col Lyn Pearce, international secretary for personnel, IHQ, with rank of commissioner; Mjrs Peter/Jessica Dali, CS and TSWM, Ghana Tty, with rank of lt-colonel TERRITORIAL Appointments Mjr Eileen Butler-Caughie, C&FS worker and program facilitator, Church of the Open Door, Toronto, and administrative assistant, Jarvis Street Harbour Light Centre, Toronto, Ont. C Div; Mjr Margaret Evans, executive director, The Homestead, Vancouver, B.C. Div; Mjrs Kenneth/Colleen Kimberley, South mount Citadel, Vancouver, B.C. Div; Mjr Janet Russell, director of residential services, The Homestead, Toronto, Ont. C Div; Mjr Susan van Duinen, DCCMS, DROS and community chaplain, Man. & NW Ont. Div Reinforcement personnel-new appointments Cpt David Bowles, territorial youth secretary, Germany Tty; Cpts Tony/Patricia Kennedy, assistant DC and assistant DDWM, Ukraine Div, Eastern Europe Command Reinforcement personnel-address changes Mjrs Roy/Juanita Dueck, The Salvation Army, PO Box 40575, Nairobi, Kenya; Cpts Tony/Patricia Kennedy, 38 Shota Rustevely St, 01023 Kiev, Ukraine (e-mail: [email protected], [email protected]); Mjrs Leonard/Rossyln Millar, new e-mail address: sadevelopment@malawi. net; Cpts David/Marsha Jean Bowles, new e-mail address: [email protected] Sick furlough Mjr Doris Saunders Retirements Mjr Joanne Davison, out of North York Temple, Ont. Last appointment: executive director, Montreal Catherine Booth Hospital, THQ social services-health services section Retirement addresses Mjr Joanne Davison, Box 23, 489 Stokes Bay Rd, Stokes Bay ON NOH 2MO; Mjrs Timothy/Charlene Huntley, 179 Glenforest Dr, Halifax NS 83M 1J3 Address changes Mjr/Mrs Arthur (Joyce) Creighton, 205-5070 Pinedale Ave, Burlington ON L7L 5V8; Brg Stella Cross. 214 Aspen Lodge, 1171 Bow Valley Lane NE, Calgary AB T2E 881; Mjr/Mrs Baxter (Maud) Davis, 6 Chaulk's Lane, Deer Lake NL ASA 1(6; Mjr Dorothy Drover, c/o 43 Spitfire Dr, Mount Hope ON LOR 1WO; Mjrs Charles/Donna Eyre, 209-24 Ontario St, Bracebridge ON P1L 2H5; Mrs Brg Gertrude Frayn, 231 - 601-6th St S, Lethbridge AB T1J 2E4; Mjr Laura Hanson, c/o Mrs Mabel Reimer, 68 Cochrane St, Gatineau QC J9H 2G4; Brg Frances Hillier, A104-7451 Sussex Ave, Burnaby BC V5J 5(2; Mjrs Reuben/Elizabethe Janes, 280 Railing Rd, Lincoln NB E3B 7G9; Brg Edith Jater, Room 23, Glenmore Wing, Mayfair Care Centre, 8240 Collicut St SW, Calgary AB T2V 2X1; Mjr/Mrs Harold (Margaret) Kennedy, 420 Donlon St, LaSalle ON N9J 3Y2; Mjrs Art/Betty Oliver, 58-1675 Upper Gage Ave, Hamilton ON L8W 3R8; Mjr/Mrs Richard (Mary) Park, 72 De LaSalle Blvd, Jackson's Point ON LOE 1LO; Mjrs John/Elsie Shatto, 51D-150 Elmridge Dr, Kitchener ON N2N 1T7; Mjr/Mrs Charley (Florence) Smith, 3236-1010 Arbour Lake Rd NW, Calgary AB T3G 4Y8 Promoted to Glory Mrs Brg Mabel Jackson, from Toronto, Sep 19; Mrs Lt-Comr Louisa Harewood, from Kingswood, South Australia, Sep 22; Mjr Alexander Swan, from Surrey, B.C., Sep 24; Mrs Mjr Eleanor Spragg, from Cambridge, Ont., Oct 1; Brg Abram Pritchett, from Gamba, Nfld., Oct 6 Name changes Napanee Corps, Ont. E Div: Community Church of The Salvation Army; Elliot Lake Corps, Ont. N Div: The Salvation Army Elliot Lake Church Calendar Commissioner M. Christine MacMillan Dec 4 Christmas with The Salvation Army, Massey Hall, Toronto; Dec 7 retired officers' Christmas dinner, Toronto; Dec 11 Toronto Star Christmas concerts, St. Paul's Church, Toronto; Dec 12-13 120th anniversary gala concert, Quebec City; Dec 15 World Vision Canada chapel service, Mississauga, Ont.; Dec 15 Christmas at the Grace, Toronto Grace Health Centre; Dec 18 Hamilton Laotian Corps, Ont.; Jan 16 united service, Regina; Jan 17-20 officers' retreat, Sask. Div; Jan 21 official opening of Hope Centre, London, Ont. SW Div; Jan 28-30 Mission Fest, Vancouver Colonels Glen and Eleanor Shepherd Dec 2-6 Nfld. & Lab. W Div; Dec 12-13 Quebec City; Jan 10-14 officers' retreat, B.C. Div; Jan 15-16 Cariboo Hill Temple, Vancouver Canadian Staff Band Dec 4 Christmas with The Salvation Army. Massey Hall, Toronto; Dec 11 Toronto Star Christmas concerts, St. Paul's Church, Toronto; Dec 11 Northern Lights concert, Toronto December 2004 warcry 21

I GUESS I must bleed yellow, red and blue. I'm a fourthgeneration Salvationist at Somerset Corps, Bermuda. My great-grandfather was my corps envoy, my grandpa was our CSM and my mother used to be YPSM. There is an old War Cry article with a picture of me, a few months old, sitting on my mother's lap while she is playing the piano at a service. I truly believe it is in God's will and purpose for me to be a Salvationist. I want to be obedient to Him. I feel I can be used by God to minister and witness to others, as people don't care how much we know until they know how much we care. Through the Army, I can show people I care and that God cares for them. Through a daily personal relationship with God in Christ, and by the power of the Holy Spirit, I can share Jesus with others and demonstrate His love through creative and radical ministry. 22 warcry December 2004 God calls us all to be soldiers as we are part of this spiritual war. But God is our victor; He fights the battle for us. I believe in the priesthood of all believers. I don't see myself as better than anyone else, but as a sinner saved by grace, willing to answer Gods call. I've been on the Bermuda Police Service for 13 years. I've worked in uniform, traffic, marine section, criminal investigation, serious crime unit and, for the past six months, the crime desk of the intelligence division. I work with a sergeant and three other detectives gathering, analysing and disseminating information for other departments of the Police Service. I meet many people every day who are violated, distressed and traumatized. I have a great opportunity to share my faith, pray and live as a witness of God. I appreciate the words of General Gowans (Rtd): "There are people hurting in the world out there; they need you, they need me, they need Christ." THE ASTWOOD FAMILY: Jerome, Tesyah-Mahle Messiah and Tawauna Also, many in my workplace are stressed and depressed . I'm called upon to pray, counsel and be a witness to my colleagues and "live Christ" before my fellow man. Each week is an awesome, out-of-this-world experience. Whether I'm with the band, giving my testimony, teaching Sunday school or participating at Sunday worship, open air or youth ministry, I love it all. But ifI had a greatest experience, it would be my grandpas homegoing service. It was such a joyful time, knowing that he was going to his Master whom he faithfully served. I played in the divisional band at the service and we marched as witnesses of the Gospel. I want to be faithful like that to God. He was my spiritual big brother; I love and miss him, but know I will see him again soon. God is leading me close to Him. This Christian journey is not boring or dry, but exciting and never-ending. My wife, Tawauna, and I know that God is leading us to mission work overseas. Our division just finished a Design for life weekend that I attended, where God confirmed this plan for me. I believe the best is yet to come and I want to be in His will. The Christian Church will always have challenges due to this sinful world we live in. I believe the greatest cha!- lenge in the Army is the sin of traditionalism. Our roots and doctrines are sound as well as our history. But we will need to be willing to change some things along the way to win others for Christ. Some of us are so stuck on tradition that we turn back souls that are on the verge of salvation. What good is the Army without the salvation? Our DC posed a question to our divisional task force the other day: "If the Army left Bermuda tomorrow, would we still be Salvationists in our churches and in our lives every day? Would anybody notice or be affected?" I want, as a Salvationist, for the Anny to impact our communities, homes, workplaces and world, because Christ is coming soon for a prepared, faithful Church. The Army is known as the part of the Christian Church that can adapt and be effective in whatever time period or place. We need to continue this way. We should also continue to step up to the injustices of today, even at the cost of government financial grant cuts or popularity. Jesus did it; we need to as well. We must remain faithful to God-there is nothing He cannot do. Lets not be focused on the numbers in our halls or on our statistics. We are an Army, so let's continue to fight. Our battlefield is in prayer and fasting-its spiritual. Put the devil in his place under our feet. We have the power, lets use it! we

looking back 1994 A Year of Celebration and Loss 2004 marks the 120th anniversary of the Canadian War Cry. To celebrate this milestone, we have looked back at 120 years of Salvation Army history in the Canada and Bermuda Territory as seen through the pages of The War Cry. Each month has featured a year ending in four. To conclude this series, we look at 1994 ... Editors-in-CMef KEENLY FELT LOSS: To conclude this series, we present a list of the editors-in-chief responsible for The War Cry and other publications produced by the Canada and Bermuda Territory over the past 12 decades. May the Army's ministry through the printed word continue to touch people's lives long into the future. Commissioner Roy Calvert was promoted to Glory in August CANADIAN LEADERS: General and Mrs Bramwell H. Tillsley hold their retirement certificates as they stand with the Chief of the Staff, Comr and Mrs Earle Maxwell, following their retirement meeting at IHQ IN THE DECADE SINCE 1984 CATACLYSMIC changes had taken place in the world. Communism had collapsed in Eastern Europe, The Salvation Army had gone back into Russia and other newly independent states, apartheid had ended in South Africa and, following the first Gulf War in 1991, there were even prospects of peace in the Middle East. Year of the Family To emphasize and foster the important role of domestic stability in homes around the world, the United Nations declared 1994 as the International Year of the Family In the January 1 issue, Commissioner Roy Calvert, territorial commander, wrote: The United Nations' designation is warmly endorsed and we will emphasize it throughout the tenitory using helpful resources developed and distributed by our program department. Examine them carefully and use them thoughtfully! All of us are keenly aware of the urgent family needs around us. Sadly, Commissioner Calvert was promoted to Glory in August. His passing came shortly after Canadian General Bramwell H. Tillsley was forced to retire early from office for health reasons. The loss of significant leadership was keenly felt by Salvationists throughout Canada and Bermuda and left its impact on the territory for months and years to come. International Brass Spectacular One of the last times Commissioner Roy Calvert appeared in public was to help the Canadian Staff Band celebrate its 25th anniversary in memorable style. The 1884 Captain Eastwood 1906 Brigadier Bond 1912 Brigadier Walker** 1914 Brigadier Bond 1917 Brigadier Sandall** 1919 Brigadier John W. Hay* 1920 Lt-Colonel R. Perry** 1923 Brigadier Bramwell Taylor 1927 Lt-Colonel Edward Joy* 1927 Major Sidney Church** 1929 Brigadier James A. Hawkins** 1935 Lt-Colonel Ernest Webb 1939 Brigadier Walter Putt 1952 Lt-Colonel Herbert Wood 1964 Lt-Colonel Sidney Williams 1967 Lt-Colonel Eric Coward 1976 Major Ralph Miller 1979 Major Dudley Coles 1982 Major William Maclean 1985 Major Maxwell Ryan 1991 Lt-Colonel David Hammond 1995 Major Edward Forster 1997 Major Sharon Stinka *Canada West Territory **Canada East Territory bringing together of the International, New York, Chicago and Canadian Staff Bands marked an unprecedented event of historic significance. Two concerts at Toronto's Roy Thomson Hall were necessary to accommodate the multitudes of people wishing to attend from across Canada and around the world. we Information and pictures from editorial department archives. December 2004 warcry 23

Christmas Pay 2003 8:30 pm To $taff, $alvation Army Men's Hostel Horton $t., Lon~on, Ontario Pear people: To all of you who gave up time with your f amities, frien~I an~ love~ ones, thank you 10 very much. The ,ookl who spent houri making sure we were well fe~, those of you who set up tables or gave out laun~ry soap, you all ~e1erve a pat on the back. It ~oe1n 't matter who I am, but I ha~ to make use of this hostel, its foo~ an~ its warmth. I also experience~ the warmth of goo~nell from your hearts. I ~on't expect to make this hostel home for too long. When I first arrive~ I felt embarra11e~, hurt an~ 10 ~epre11e~. To look into the mirror an~ see my1elf ma~e me cry. No one wants to be homeless. I have f amity, ki~I, yet ,oul~n't bring myself to contact them ~uring these holi~ay1. What I foun~ here was that there were no 4ue1tion1 aske~. An~ how I appreciatd that. When I was at my lowest moment, you ,are~. You gave me foo~, warmth, shelter. You gave me Christmas, an~ ~i~n't even ask for thanks. You'll never know how much that meant. I want to exten~ to you a sincere thank you. May (io~ blell you all. For address changes or sub scrip · t· ion 1n • f ormat1. on contact (4 16) 4 22 -6112 or circ. . ulat,[email protected] org Allow 4-6 week f h • · · s or c anges.