The Salvation Army / USA Central Territory News and Views from the Midwest

“We are all one body, we have the same Spirit, and we have all been called to the same glorious future.” Eph. 4:3,4 (NLT)

Volume 38, Number 1 January 2008 Chicago awarded last Kroc project

“I want to learn ballet,” exclaimed eight-year-old Zharia. “I want to play soccer,” chimed in Amira,7. Cedric, 9, wants to swim and play basketball, while Raynell wants job training, and Adrianne wants a safe place for her children to “receive direction.” rea residents wanting a Kroc Center in their West Pullman neighborhood on AChicago’s south side received some good news recently. The Metropolitan Division was awarded the seventh and final Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center to be built in the Central Territory. Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley and Metropolitan Divisional Commander Lt. Colonel David Grindle announced the award to the press as the largest single invest - ment by a social service organization in the history of Chicago. The 220,000-square-foot center will be a state-of-the-art ministry, community and social service facility located on 33 acres in one of Chicago’s most Continued on page 2

Chicago Staff Band celebrates 100 years

One alum’s impressions of the anniversary weekend by Clifford Marshall him over the past 35 years, but my than-life characters, both real and all it coincidence if you admiration remains intact, and he imagined. Every bandsman has a will. The very first person I didn’t disappoint. deep connection to the band, not ran into at the Chicago No doubt every alumnus who just to the music-making but to the CStaff Band’s (CSB) 100th made the pilgrimage to Wheaton has members themselves. anniversary weekend was one of my a similar story to tell. After all, the Mentors, heroes, comrades, side - boyhood heroes. I’ve rarely seen CSB’s history is filled with larger- kicks, they came from far and near

Former bandmaster Colonel Ernest Miller with Bandmaster William Himes.

to experience once again the min - istry of the Chicago Staff Band under the leadership of Bandmaster William Himes and “Bandmaster Emeritus” Colonel Ernest Miller, who has lost neither the twinkle in his eye nor his flair for the dramatic. Lest I wax too eloquent, I remind myself of the space limitation, and the need to say something about six events in one short article…and the need to mention the names of a lot Guest soloist Chris Jaudes performs with the Chicago Staff Band at the Wheaton College Edman Chapel to a capacity crowd on Saturday night. Continued on page 10

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We’ve been pleased to be part of a personal delight to meet up with exploring “Come Join Our Army.” by Lt. Colonel Robert Ward William Himes, the Chicago Staff People realize this isn’t just an exer - Territorial secretary for program Band and some exceptional corps cise in numbers but a timely change nly nine months have bands as well. We have such strong in the way we work. Leaders are passed since our arrival in and effective Summer Mission mission. The dimensions of our mis - determining how to get new people the Central Territory. Yet, Teams. Their commitment, creativi - sion—saving souls, growing saints into our buildings, present them in that short time we have ty and talent are an asset to the ter - and serving suffering humanity— with the gospel, and then enroll and O ritory. disciple them into mature, produc - been able to visit all the divisions, won’t thrive if isolated from each take part in the commissioning and We have asked “newcomer” ques - other. We also see a need for greater tive Christian soldiers. festival of worship arts, and give tions and have seen areas in which accountability in all programs, We are grateful for those who direction to the legendary Central the territory is poised to really make events and activities and in the way have indicated they are praying for Bible and Leadership Institute and a difference if leaders at various lev - we use our resources. us and our new appointment to other events. More importantly, we els are prepared to change the way We see two clear opportunities for Pakistan. We face a real challenge have come to know officers, soldiers they do things. We urge you to exam - growth: the wonderful awakening considering the country’s political and friends of the Army in many ine what you currently do and ask within youth and young adults, and instability and the responsibility of locations. yourself how well you’re doing and enlarging the vision for multicultur - territorial leadership. We were immediately impressed how you could do better. al ministries. This is in frank recog - Although we came as distant with the strong programs, abundant Two overriding themes have nition of the shift in cultures with cousins, Marguerite and I are grate - resources and exceptional people emerged: the need for integrating census projections predicting no ful that you made us your brother who make up this territory. It’s been our efforts and for focusing on the majority culture in 30 years. and sister!

Chicago Kroc Center Continued from page 1

underserved areas. The programs have been designed to enrich the World-renowned and building, under the leadership mind, body and spirit. architect Helmut of Kroc Center Administrators “There’s never been anything like Jahn designed the Majors David and Darlene Harvey, it in Chicago,” said Lt. Colonel largely transparent David Grindle. building. The struc - “It will redefine ture will be environ - people’s notions mentally friendly of what a com - with energy-efficient munity center heating and cooling can be. This systems, topped by a array of sports, green roof with solar educational, arts collectors and sky - and supportive lights. programs has Recreational fea - never been tures will include a offered under 5,000-seat indoor one roof. [It sports complex, a will] provide 2,000-seat outdoor hope, transform sports stadium, basketball and ten - components, the center will operate lives.” nis courts, aquatic center and water as a corps with synergistic ministries park, a state-of-the-art fitness center, encouraging cross-participation. climbing wall, golf training center “When it opens, this facility will with driving range and putting serve people of all ages—from chil - greens, baseball diamonds, batting dren to seniors,” said Colonel SA brings comfort after mall shooting cages and outdoor running track. Grindle. “And, everyone who sup - The Family Life and Education ports it will have an unprecedented Center will offer an array of classes opportunity to transform lives and On December 5th, emergency dis - nel provided more than 150 law and workshops for people of all make a visible impact on a commu - aster services (EDS) teams respond - enforcement officials with food, ages, including job training, GED nity, to make a real difference for ed to the Westroads Mall in Omaha, water, and emotional and spiritual preparation, computer literacy, generations to come.” Neb., after a 19-year-old man shot care. The Salvation Army remained financial planning, parenting, nutri - and killed eight people before turn - on the scene to serve breakfast and tion, culinary arts and after-school ing the gun on himself. A canteen snacks to those continuing the inves - programs. was deployed to the police com - tigation. The Academy of the Arts will mand center at the crime scene “We extend our condolences to all of include a performing arts center; within moments of the tragedy. the families and individuals affected outdoor amphitheater, media center Additional EDS personnel were sta - by this tragedy. We share in their sor - with recording and video production tioned inside the mall’s JCPenney Get row and are offering assistance in any studios, plus studios for instrument, store to bring comfort and a respite way necessary to help during their vocal and art instruction. Connected! to law enforcement officials. loss,” said Major Merle Heatwole, Although featuring many different In less than 10 hours EDS person - Western divisional commander. With this issue we kick off an exciting new interactive venture with the web. Here’s what you’ll find this month on our very own webpage. www.salvationarmy.org/getconnected With the Word of God as our foundation, we as a Clips Christ-centered and praying people will glorify God by THE SALVATION ARMY CSB 100th Anniversary Concert 10 W. Algonquin Road • Des Plaines, Illinois 60016 becoming a spiritually healthy community of believers Into the World: India 847-294-2000 Equipped for Battle video series COMMISSIONER KEN BAILLIE who are committed to wholehearted service and Territorial Commander Resources MAJORS RALPH AND SU SAN BUKIEWICZ ministry in The Salvation Army. Community Relations and Development Secretary David Tooley’s favorite discipleship resources ELIZABETH KINZIE Editorial Director EVIE POLSLEY Reviews Communications Specialist Strengthened by His presence in us individually and ANNE URBAN Autobiography by General Larsson (Ret.) Editor/Writer corporately, we share a common passion for bringing FERN CALDWELL Links Circulation Manager people into an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ KENNETH ROMIN Child sponsorship website Graphic Design and Production and meeting human needs in His name in the diverse Prayer Fellowship website VISIT OUR WEBSITE— communities where we serve. www.usc.salvationarmy.org Articles 1-800-SALARMY CSB generations 3 Exploring Transitions in Africa Come Join Our Army he new year will But the big question is, “So bring excit - by Lt. Colonel Marguerite Ward what?!” After all of this, how do we Ting changes uestions are in the air move forward, act differently or for The Salvation concerning Come Join change what we do? Ideally, the Army in Central Our Army (CJOA)! What questions need to be answered at the Africa. After careful is it? How do we do this? Q local level. In two divisions where study, General Shaw When is the materia l Clifton has an- coming? nounced that the We want to help Tanzania Command people think about will be granted terri - their part in CJOA, so torial status in we, too, ask questions: February, 2008, and Who are we as an that its neighbor to Army? How are we the north, Kenya, seen by the public? will be divided into How do we see our - two territories: selves? To date our Kenya East (head - strategy has been to quartered in Nai- explore the subject robi), and Kenya wherever we can—at West (headquar - officers’ councils, divi - tered in Kakamega). sional schools of min - An even more istry, pilgrimages, and exciting aspect for the Central part of a most dynamic and spirited recently at the Mission Territory is the fact that our own expression of Salvation Army min - and Purpose confer - Commissioners William and Nancy istry and service. We trust God, ence. Roberts will become the territorial whom we serve, for all that we MAP delegates learn about CJOA in a popular workshop. From the answers commander and territorial leader of need—and need to be. And, we covet we identify emerging women’s ministries for Kenya West the prayers of Central Territory opportunities for growth but also this process was utilized we hear of in March. Salvationists and friends for this new adventure.” concerns which might hinder it. We substantial new interest, ideas and a “For the past six years, we’ve look to participants’ personal stories new energy capturing the hearts of learned what it means to be ‘inter - Currently, Commissioner William and reflections about why they came our soldiery. The territorial com - national’ Salvationists, and our edu - Roberts serves as the international to the Army and why they stay. We mander speaks about the need for cation continues as we take up these secretary for business administra - then look at Jesus’ stories, identify - CJOA to “soak down.” Every corps, new appointments in the Kenya tion at International Headquarters ing similarities and differences in center, family and individual soldier West Territory,” said Commissioner (IHQ), and Commissioner Nancy His interactions with those He met needs to work through the ques - William Roberts. “Being in at the Roberts is the secretary for IHQ on His way. tions, challenge their thinking and creation of a new territory brings staff development. Prior to their programming and find their part in both excitement and apprehension, current appointments, the Roberts building the Army. but we look forward to the chal - were the territorial leaders for South An outline of the lenge and also the opportunity to be America East. process and identifica - tion of some helpful tools are available under CJOA on the USC program idea database in lotus notes. Try it as a way of dis - covering answers to Do they know? your local CJOA ques - tions and as you do let your divisional and ter - by Sharon Waiksnoris ritorial headquarters school members inviting friends to Territorial Christian Education Lt. Colonel Marguerite, assistant program secretary, know how we can help the Sioux Falls, S.D., Corps six new records ideas generated by individuals participating in the you. Director teenagers have started attending. un-packing of CJOA in their corps and division. o people coming to our And in the Heartland Division 321 Sunday schools really new people attended Sunday school “know the story?” The during the four-week campaign. most recent territorial D Keep praying for those we minis - Sunday school campaign helped equip members to share it with their ter to each week in Sunday school friends and motivated corps to and SONday’SCOOL and never stop reach out by inviting neigh - going the extra mile to reach people. VanderWeele appointed bors to Sunday school or SONday’SCOOL. program secretary Focusing on memoriza - tion and understanding scripture verses that tell ajor Richard Vander- the Gospel story, the cam - Weele has been paign provided interac - appointed as territorial tive lessons highlighting Msecretary for program Bible characters such as effective February 1st. He comes to John the Baptist, the this position from serving for the woman at the well, last four years as territorial secretary Stephen and Paul. It for social services. He knows the included weekly teacher territory well as his 30-year officer - pep talks and training, ship in the Central covers a broad scripture memorization, array of service from the College for outreach and evange - Officer Training and corps ministry lism, and follow-up. to concentrated social services and The impact was felt administrative work at several divi - across the territory like sional headquarters. Please pray for in the Metropolitan the major during this time of transi - Division where a tion. focus on outreach and “Whether its Sunday worship, a evangelism reminded corps youth retreat or a weekday soldiers and officers feeding program, I look forward to of the importance this new opportunity to encourage, and results of follow - promote and support the program ing up on visitors ministry of the Central Territory,” and absentees. As a said the major. result of Sunday 4 A perfect place Just a dreamer?

young adults petitioning to lead out - f you’d asked David by David Tooley reach and serve others. I see families Tooley a few years ago hen asked, “What’s praising God for restoring their faith where he’d be just your vision for your in Him and each other. I see family Inow, territorial head - office and our territo - time and devotions in every home quarters wasn’t on his Wry?” I hesitate to being the norm rather than the radar. Yet, he’ll tell you it’s answer because I don’t want people exception. I see parents’ rightfully the perfect place for him to think I’m just a dreamer. They proud of their kids, and children because it’s God’s plan. He might because I see corps where honoring their parents because feels a peace about trans - every junior and senior soldier, Christ’s likeness is increasingly seen planting his small family adherent and regular attender recog - in their lives. from Kansas City to the nizes his or her gifts and actively serves God’s Kingdom. If I left it here, I’d be “just a dream - Windy City. He also feels er.” But I can’t. God has placed a an excitement about the I see older adults using and shar - burning in my bones to see our work God’s laid before him ing what they’ve learned rather than Army, every element committed to, as the new territorial disci - being relegated to warming seats in as The Message puts it in Matthew pleship resources and lead - the chapel. I see girls and boys excit - 28:18-20, “train everyone…in this ership development consul - ed to come to a place where they’re way of life.” tant. loved for Jesus’ sake, where they’re It will take discipline and David grew up with four taught God’s Word and how to serve like Him—and encouraged to do so. endurance, purpose and commit - brothers and parents who ment. It will take conversation and lived out their faith daily. I see properties where every crack collaboration. It will take an Army From his earliest days he in the sidewalk, every light from the on its knees. That’s what I see, and served in ministry with the parking lot to the sanctuary, every that’s where I’m committed to go. Tooley Family Singers note on the bulletin board and every Will you join me? through weekend concerts and sum - Bible and general education in 1993. opportunity for mer evangelism. David attributes The following five years he worked integration is pre - his passion for discipleship to these for Menards. What some might see pared for the not- years of spiritual formation and min - as a detour, David views as a time of yet Christians istry. personal growth and opportunity to who’ll pass Having grown up in the Nazarene win and disciple people for Christ. through our church, it wasn’t until David’s dad In 1998 he began directing Gene doors. attended Vennard College that the Eppley Camp in Omaha, Neb. For I see men and Tooleys were introduced to and three years he and Dawn recruited, women involved began serving the Army through mentored and discipled staff. for fear of bless - evangelistic campaigns. Through Eventually, the Kansas and Western ings missed if these campaigns David came to love Missouri Division (KWM) recruited they’re home the Army and met his future wife, him to the post of Christian educa - watching TV. I Dawn Hanton. (They married in tion director. Over his five-year see teens and 1992 and now have two adorable tenure there, David focused on dis - children, Justin, 5, and Anna, 2.) cipleship. Nearly half of the corps in David also attended Vennard, KWM are discipling, many through graduating with a bachelor of arts in Discipleship Training. Transition Lenzes

oving salutes, warm tributes and humorous tales from family and friends abound - Led at the retirement service, themed “Celebrating God’s Call,” honoring Majors Donald and Karlene Lenz. Guests packed the Norridge Citadel, Ill., Corps, where Major Stephen Yoder gave a hearty welcome and told the Lenzes, “Countless people are in heaven because of your ministries.” played for fellow bandsman Don Karlene described this transition with great enthusiasm. moment of their lives as a “dash Colonels Thomas C. Lewis and moment”—that period in which you Major Jan McCarty gave tributes as can only go forward and not return friends, and daughter Julia to life as it has been; like a trapeze Anderson—speaking on behalf of artist in mid air after releasing his sisters Captain Jolene Hull and grip from one swing until he’s safe - Janelle McDonald—gave a funny ly grasping the other. But, she con - and touching reflection on lessons tinued, God has always been in con - learned while growing up. After 24/7 Prayer! trol of their dash moments, even the singing “I am a Promise,” the mid-air ones! Lenzes’ seven grandchildren Don’t miss your chance to join in the 24/7 Prayer effort! Majors Joseph and Lois Wheeler stormed off the platform for a cud - gave a salute through scripture and dle and kiss from their beloved December 31 – January 4 Adult Rehabilitation Centers Major Carla Voeller through song. grandparents! January 5 – 6 Territorial Headquarters The Norridge Citadel Band, under The retirement ceremony was January 7 – 13 Northern the direction of Peggy Thomas, conducted by close friends Lt. Colonels Theodore and January 14 – 20 Midland Nancy Dalberg, who saluted January 21 – 27 Western the Lenzes’ great dedication January 28 – February 3 Kansas/Western Missouri to, and satisfaction from, ser - February 4 – 10 Metropolitan vice. Ted noted that several February 11 – 17 Western Michigan/Northern Indiana years ago, the Army decided to no longer designate February 18 – 14 Wisconsin/Upper Michigan “retired” after officers’ February 25 – March 2 Heartland names because they were March 3 – 9 Indiana commissioned to a lifetime of March 10 – 16 College for Officer Training service to God. He said the Lenzes epitomized this com - March 17 – 23 Eastern Michigan mitment. In his closing You’ll find a sample prayer sign-up sheet, prayer topics and other prayer, however, Ted asked useful resources posted on the territorial prayer fellowship webpage at: God to grant golfer Don at usc.salvationarmy.org/usc/prayer.nsf least one “hole-in-one!” 5

by Major Ralph Bukiewicz n December 26, 2004, residents of India’s east - ern coastline wakened to Odevastating news. An earthquake registering 9.0 on the Richter scale had occurred off the west coast of Northern Sumatra. Deadly waves were overwhelming thousands of communities. When the waters subsided, over 10,000 residents had been snatched out to sea or drowned in their homes, streets or beaches. Over the past three years the India Central Territory has supplied food, established self-help pro - grams, rebuilt roads and bridges, provided vocational training and organized the distribution of buf - faloes, cooking stoves, bicycles, micro-loans, boats, engines and fish - ing nets through coastal rehabilita - tion projects. Creating community The Salvation Army worked with the government to build homes. Each concrete house contained two poverty find vital resources. women. In spite of deteriorating Declaring leprosy no longer a prob - rooms, a veranda, cupboards and Communities are impacted further buildings, scarce funds and limited lem, the government doesn’t pro - electricity—quite different from the through HIV/AIDS education pro - supplies, a powerful sense of God’s vide medicine or supplies. Yet, the small huts which had dotted the jects. Spirit is evident. staff knows God will provide— coastline. To restore pride, residents Even though the schools rate “The most important work we do somehow. were included in the rebuilding extremely high, the government has here,” said the major, “is explained In the HIV/AIDS dormitory, a process. Men and women worked withdrawn support for teachers, in three words: talk, touch, and patient curled up in the fetal posi - side-by-side, proudly watching 50- forcing the Army to find honorari - counsel. When a patient comes to tion stares aimlessly. A tattered 70 homes become a part of each ums for staff, an average of $70 us for medical help, we might be blanket reveals her bony outline. In new community. monthly per teacher. Hundreds of the first ones who really care about her 30s, she looks much older. Pale Each Salvation Army develop - students attend class without desks what they are dealing with. We talk and gaunt, just a shallow breath ment is called William Booth or chairs, and outdoor recreation is with them and then listen carefully confirms she’s alive. The hospital Nagar . The word “nagar” describes only a dream with undeveloped, to understand how we can treat staff and camera crew move to the a greater degree of civilization, overgrown fields. Teachers must be their spirit as well as their body. next wing, but I’m inexplicably important for the families. Before resourceful with worn-out equip - “Before we can counsel them, an drawn to her. I need to do more the tsunami, people lived in sepa - ment and textbooks. Aging build - important connection must occur. than observe. rate groups according to their reli - ings decay even further during the Because they have been outcast Compelled, I reach out to hold gious upbringing or livelihood. annual monsoon season. from their villages or families, her hand. Her bony, leathery- Afterward, houses were given to Wherever you look, resources we many have lost all physical contact skinned fingers tighten around my diverse populations which experi - take for granted are lacking because with other human beings. Even own. Her eyes focus on mine in enced common loss. With a blend - of funding. It’s apparent a lot of though some are fearful at first, we this quiet God-moment. I’m ing of faith experience, Christians money is not required. Situations know we have won their confi - unaware the hospital administrator could reach out and minister to can be improved if a division, dence when we can touch them. has returned until he whispers their Muslim and Hindu neighbors. corps, family or individual would This is the first step to caring for behind me, “You must understand, Some communities are built increase their financial support. them medically. major, that when someone touches the ‘untouchable’ they believe it is where no other non-government Talk, touch, counsel “We are now able to counsel organization or government effort them with important truth. In addi - the very hand of God.” would venture. Realizing that roads On the campus of Evangeline tion to helping them deal with their It is humbling to share in the and bridges were built to reach Booth Hospital, compassionate ser - own mortality, we are able to intro - ministry of this sanctuary—a sacred their areas, residents of the William vice is given to those with duce them to the Great Physician moment where Christ’s ambassador Booth nagars are grateful to donors HIV/AIDS and leprosy. Despite the and give them hope—perhaps for and the “least of these” experience from the USA, Canada, United hardship and demands, hospital the first time in their life.” a divine presence through a simple Kingdom and Australia. administrator Major B.G. Prakasha It’s evident with each resident touch. I wonder, was she holding Hope and opportunity run high. Rao talks about the joy and honor whose bed lines the walls of the the hand of Christ or was I? of service. He oversees a small Community rooms and small leprosy wing. Fresh bandages and Lasting fingerprints schools have opened in several set - staff, one part-time physician and ointment cover their rotting limbs, tlements, teaching first-generation one nurse who offer medical care confirming care and commitment. Throughout India Central, I see residents how to read, write and and comfort for up to 75 men and fingerprints of our territory. acquire new skills, instilling hope. Salvation Army institutions, schools, playgrounds, corps build - Looking to the future ings, officer quarters, vehicles, With limited capacity and equipment and programs we fund resources, the India Central are a vital part of the powerful min - Territory endeavors to equip and istry of our partner in mission. Yet, empower people with the knowl - amazing ministry opportunities edge, skills and opportunities that abound. They only lack the can transform their circumstances— resources, prayers and support and their lives. The most important which we already possess . The is education. question is not “Can we make a difference?” but “Will we?” The Army operates primary, ele - mentary, middle and high schools Note: The India Central Territory is where thousands of students earn led by Colonels Emmanuel and high scores. Students come from all Regina Chandra Bai. over India for academic excellence Last fall Major Ralph Bukiewicz, at the William Booth Junior College David Andrews and David Minter and Evangeline Booth Nursing traveled throughout India Central to College. videotape it for a DVD which is being At girls’ and boys’ hostels and sent to all corps to help educate, residential schools, children with inspire and engage USA Central unique family needs or extreme Salvationists in support of this and other international ministries. 6 7 8 It had to be God

hen Dan Velasco had been attending OBT for over a awoke in the Intensive year when they heard news of the Care Unit (ICU) of a attack. Immediately, they called Lt. Whospital in Australia he Scott Hurula, Hispanic ministries was confused to see his mother and director, to ask for prayer. Grace and sister. A California boy, Dan loved her daughter, Martha, prepared to surfing and was looking forward to leave for Australia knowing very few two months of testing the Australian details, but left that in God’s hands. waves when the vacation of a life - time turned into a near-death experi - ence. When Dan attempted to help a woman tourist who was being robbed, thugs jumped him. Amidst cers and from then on that corps flying fists his head hit the pavement family took care of Grace and leaving him with a severe head Martha. They provided a place to injury. The police arrived quickly stay, meals, transportation to and and apprehended the offenders from the hospital, but most impor - while Dan was rushed to a local hos - tantly prayer and emotional support. pital. Dan was overwhelmed to learn “Initially I suffered short-term Major Dean Clarke, Gold Coast memory loss and couldn’t figure out Temple corps officer, had come why I was stuck in the hospital. I twice a day to pray over him while wanted to know why and how my he was in the ICU, and that mom and sister were there,” said Salvationists in Australia, the U.S. Dan. and literally around the world were The answer was found nearly half upholding him in prayer. a world away. A Salvationist from “This experience has taught me Brisbane, Australia, visited about the awesomeness of prayer Oakbrook Terrace, Ill., Corps (OBT) and how God can use even the worst soldier and beloved Salvation Army situation to do amazing things,” said composer William Himes and left “Lisa Jordan (soldier) suggested I Bill helped Scott get in contact Dan, who moved to Chicago to be his contact number. contact Bill because ‘he knows peo - with an Australian he'd just met ear - near his parents during this year of Dan’s parents Enrique and Grace ple everywhere.’ And he did!” said lier that week. Bruce Redman, a recovery. Scott. Salvationist from Brisbane, had been He continues to amaze doctors, on a business trip to Chicago and therapists, friends and family with had stopped by Central Territorial how well he is doing. He shares his Headquarters to meet Bill and prov - story, renewed faith and new Army identially left his business card. In family with everyone he meets. He this emergency, Bill called Bruce, faithfully attends the OBT Corps who was still in America but called and was even a Bahamas mission his wife, Anne. She, in turn, contact - team member less than six months ed the Gold Coast Temple corps offi - after the attack.

Corps cadets speak the truth

by Mrs. Major Joyce Winters roper priorities was the theme of a Sunday evening salvation meeting conducted Pby the corps cadets at the Rockford Temple, Ill., Corps, which is led by Majors Randy and Kathleen Hellstrom. The message was inter - spersed with congregational singing, PPllaann nnooww ttoo aatttteenndd…… scripture, prayer and giving. Corps Cadet Blake Fewell led the Rockford Temple Band and the junior band RRiigghhtt HHeerree,, played the offertory. WWrriittee NNooww!! The first message by Corps Cadet Stephen Delacy focused on the first TTeerrrriittoorriiaall WWrriitteerrss’’ CCoonnffeerreennccee priority, our relationship with God. Secondly, Corps Cadet Rachel Moe explained the need for righteous - AApprriill 2299-- MMaayy 11,, 22000088 ness and love to precede material things. The need for reconciliation FFeeaattuurriinngg before worship is acceptable to God was the third point delivered by MMaajjoorr CChhaarrlleess KKiinngg,, OOffffiicceerr MMaaggaazziinnee Corps Cadet David Hellstrom. Major Ed Forster, The War Cry Other corps cadets taking part in Major Ed Forster, The War Cry the well-received service included Liz Brundige, Mark Delacy, Chelsea AAllmmoosstt 3300 wwoorrkksshhooppss!! NNeettwwoorrkkiinngg ooppppoorrttuunniittiieess!! Means, Kassandra Sanchez, Matt and Michelle Winters. BBeeccoommee aa mmoorree eeffffeeccttiivvee ccoommmmuunniiccaattoorr.. “The Holy Spirit is really working in the young people,” said Rick CCaallll 884477//229944--22004488 ffoorr ddeettaaiillss!! Delacy, corps cadet counselor. “We’re very blessed to have these corps cadets. I am proud of them.” 9 A one-stop resource Safe and Warm

ften when he Western Michigan and people enter Northern Indiana Division the doors of (WMNI) and the Oa corps or TConsumers Energy utility center they’ve hit rock company recently celebrated their bottom. They have 25th year of partnership in the nowhere else to turn for “PeopleCare” assistance program. heat to keep their Consumers Energy employees, state homes warm, food to legislators and WMNI divisional feed their families or leaders attended a reception in even a safe place to Jackson, Mich., where a special leg - spend the night. islative tribute was presented to The Offering preventative Salvation Army and Consumers measures the Port Energy for the program’s accom - Huron, Mich., Corps, plishments. led by Majors Timothy During the past 25 years, and Lori Meyer, was Consumers Energy employees and transformed into a one- customers have donated $12.3 mil - day, one-stop communi - lion to assist more than 300,000 ty resource fair for indi - needy families, and the company kerosene heaters and stoves for viduals and families in St. Clair The Department of Human Services has contributed $25.3 million in warmth, which can result in home County who are homeless or who was on site so people could apply for energy bill credits. Keeping people fires or carbon monoxide poisoning. are at risk. aid, state police provided informa - warm during the winter is a safety “Many people who attended the tion including identity theft preven - concern as some turn to alternative, “Everybody looks to PeopleCare as event don’t have the time or finan - tion, and a local beauty school even unsafe heating sources, such as a sterling example of how a program cial resources to take multiple days provided coupons for reduced should work,” said State off work to meet with different priced hair cuts. Transportation was Senator Mark Schauer. “I agencies,” said Dawn Hedberg, provided from every library branch applaud The Salvation Army social services director and corps in the county, the Michigan food and Consumers Energy community ministries coordinator. bank gave out 12 pallets of food, employees for making this a “This allowed them to get all the childcare was offered and a free fantastic model.” information they needed in one lunch was donated by local restau - Divisional Commander place in just a few hours.” rants. Major James Nauta thanked Forty government, public and pri - “Our goal was to get people the Consumers Energy employ - vate agencies set up booths through - information they needed and help ees for helping to make out the corps. Over 670 fair-goers them learn about benefits for which PeopleCare a success. “We found everything from basic medical they are eligible. I think we met that are so indebted to you,” he screening to money management to goal,” said Dawn. said. “The lives of many indi - literacy programs to legal advice. Attendees agreed. In fact, it was viduals and families have such a success they’re been transformed by looking to next year. PeopleCare.” “One thing we know Consumers Energy Presi- for sure is we’ve out - dent John Russell said, “This grown our building,” isn’t just a collaboration; it’s said Dawn. “This real - a gift employees, customers ly made us aware that and The Salvation Army have the number of people given to Michigan residents.” needing assistance in The PeopleCare program the coming years will provides energy bill assis - continue to rise.” tance, as well as food, cloth - ing, medical treatment, shel - For more information ter, transportation and other about how to host a community resource critical needs. fair e-mail Timothy_P_Meyer@ usc.salvationarmy.org The gift of warmth ARC featured on HGTV

ou can hardly turn on have a lot of money. Producers a TV without a do-it- from the show decided to take it yourself (DIY) show to the next level and not only Yglowing back at you. find cool items at bargain prices, Whether you’re interested in but also help people in need by redesigning a room or complete - shopping at a Salvation Army ly flipping a house, there’s a thrift store. DIY show just for you. A fan Designer Frank Fontana and his favorite on HGTV, Design on a crew used $700 of their $1,000 Dime went beyond making just budget at the store to buy 10 dif - a home look good and contacted ferent items, including a table the Chicago Central, Ill., Adult that attracted them there in the Rehabilitation Center to help first place. make a whole community more beautiful. “They all seemed very interest - ed in the Army and we were “They asked if they could tape happy to tell them about our a portion of the show in one of work and how the stores play a our thrift stores,” said Major vital role in providing funding Mark Anderson, administrator. for our programs,” said Mark. “The concept for the episode As winter’s chill grips the Midwest, the Central Territory is bringing warmth and hope to was finding ways to give your According to Mark they’ve also tens of thousands of people. Each year The Salvation Army teams up with local partners to home that ‘wow’ factor while recently received a call from a hold drives, such as Coats for Kids, to keep Midwesterners warm. The Heartland Division has been collecting coats for over 20 years, and the Eastern Michigan Division holds a two- helping the community.” movie company asking if they could provide a Salvation Army day radiothon asking Detroit area residents to donate a new coat or make a monetary dona - The show makes over a space tion. The Northern Division gave out approximately 4,800 coats this season so children truck, complete with SA logo, would not have to go without or resort to stuffing old coats with newspapers for insulation. for a design-conscious person for an upcoming film. In Kansas City Project Warmth helps adults and children stay warm. Pictured are kids excit - who wants style but may not ed to receive new coats from the Indiana Division. 10 Chicago Staff Band

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of graphic design by staff bandsman Ken Romin). Where would a staff band rather be on a Sunday morning than in a corps hall, doing what it does best, playing hymn tunes and devotional music? Norridge Citadel (Majors Steve and Morag Yoder, corps offi - cers) provided the venue. A vocal solo by Ernie Miller—“something in the key of C”—(Gerry Shoults at the piano) and the cornet solo, “The Lord’s Prayer” by Tom Gabrielson added particular musical interest. of important people who participat - CSB’s 100th) shared the program But the centerpiece was the mes - ed in various ways. with old favorites in a veritable sage by Commissioner Robert The alumni band rehearsal musical smorgasbord, with some - Thomson, who reminded wor - Saturday afternoon was of a higher thing for every taste. shipers of the cardinal rule of quality than one might have expected But the evening wasn’t just about Christian living: “Let us fix our eyes from a bunch of has-beens. More a music. The primarily non- on Jesus.” (Hebrews 12:2, NIV) run-through than a rehearsal, it was a Salvationist audience was warmly “There need be no doubt,” chance to reacquaint the lips with the welcomed by executive officer Lt. Thomson said. “We can know our mouthpiece, and prepare consider - Colonel Mickey McLaren, who also future—our eternity.” able repertoire for Sunday’s events. invoked God’s presence. Lunch with CSB friends and fam - They actually sounded quite tuneful. Commissioner Ken Baillie, territori - ily gave another opportunity to The delicious food was hardly al commander, shared the scripture remember old times and catch up. even noticed at the pre-concert din - and focused the listener on the Interesting to see how God leads ner. It took a back seat to the merry- words of the Psalmist, “I remember and works in so many diverse making of bandsmen past and pre - the days of long ago; I meditate on ways, within The Salvation Army sent, reunited at long last with their all your works, and consider what and beyond. staff band widows. Good singing, your hands have done.” (Psalm The fellowship festival with the presentation of plaques, and a beau - 143:5, NIV) CSB and alumni bands sharing the tiful benediction by Colonel Dennis A video retrospective (Peggy Norridge platform included too Phillips (in the words of St. Paul) set Thomas/David Andrews) condensed many delights to mention, but one the stage for the Festival of screeching high notes, smears and 100 years into five minutes and 40 must note “Morning Medley” Thanksgiving that followed. kiss-offs appealed to the rest of us. seconds and poignantly shifted the (Himes) sung so wonderfully by “Precious Lord, Take My Hand” Capacity crowds are common at focus from the past to the future, Colonels Gary and Eunice (arr. W. Broughton) provided a lush with the passing of the baton to the Herndon. Peggy Thomas premiered Wheaton College’s 2,400-seat counterpoint. Edman Chapel. But getting that next generation of bandsmen. “Garments of Peace” (Redhead), a many people to a brass band con - Broadway singer/actress Carol Alumni joined the CSB to sing the cornet solo of exquisite beauty. cert is nothing short of a miracle— presented 1 Corinthians 13, “This final benediction in what has Long-time Chicago Symphony and a testament to the high esteem Day” (Alexander), “Accentuate the become an annual tradition, and trumpeter Bill Scarlett, Randy Cox, the public has for the CSB and its Positive” (Mercer & Arlen), and an the satisfied crowd was on their Tom Gabrielson and Peggy Thomas popular bandmaster. A newly-writ - evocative “Artist of My Soul” (arr. way home, elegant keepsake pro - teamed up to play “Happy Day for ten commemorative hymn, Himes). She was accompanied by gram in hand (another masterpiece Four” (Leidzen), with “Celebration” (Thomson/Himes) set Karen Krinjak (Manchester Citadel) each taking turns on the tone for the festival: a look to at the piano. the variations. They the past, with focus on the future. Newly-commissioned works were all quite civi - Featured soloists Chris and Carol (James Curnow, Ray Steadman- lized until the end, Jaudes delighted the crowd with a Allen, Stephen Bulla, Kenneth when the whole gang wide array of musical styles. Downie, William Broughton and vied for the spotlight Broadway lead trumpeter Chris got Robert Redhead have all written and joined forces for the place a-buzzing with his spec - new compositions in honor of the the big finish, to the tacular rendition of “Green Hornet” glee of the apprecia - (arr.Gates). Clear Skies (Ball) tive audience. appealed to more refined tastes, Continued on page 12 and “Onward Christian Soldiers” (arr. Freeh) with its driving rhythm, Peggy Thomas, Bill Scarlett, Randy Cox and Tom Gabrielson team up on “Happy Day for Four ” during the alumni concert.

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accepted) should be sent to: o h Chicago Staff Band, The Salvation Army, P 10 W. Algonquin Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60016 At the concert celebrating the CSB centennial are: Bandmaster Commissioner Robert William Himes, pianist Karen Krinjak, Carol and Chris Jaudes, Thomson brings the mes - If paying by credit, fax (847) 227-5033. and CSB Executive Officer Lt. Colonel Mickey McLaren. sage Sunday morning. 11 Sleep, schools and salvation Territorial

ince 2001, when Majors Jim Prayer and Judy Garrington were Calendar appointed to the Dresden, SGermany, Corps, they have had a desire to hold an event that FEBRUARY 2008 began in Omaha, Neb. Called the “Sleep Out for the Homeless” it’s PRAY FOR: designed to draw attention to the plight of the homeless. 1 The Wisconsin and Upper Michigan When the Garringtons Divisional Corps Cadet Retreat approached the city about a bunch of people sleeping outside all night 2 The Chicago Kroc Center by the Elbe River, which runs through the heart of Dresden, offi - Lives transformed by Christ on this cials were a bit confused. But once 3 Decision Sunday they understood, they loved the idea. The Garringtons quickly con - through a 13-year-old volunteer, nationwide. Brenda, we wound up having 10 The evangelistic ministry of the Kistler tacted schools, student organiza - People who were walking their 4 family in East Chicago, Ind. tions and churches to get people kids from that school take part,” said dogs stopped to find out what was involved. Jim. going on and in addition to talking Despite the rainy weather dozens about The Salvation Army’s social The Commissioners’ Conference at “They, too, were a bit confused 5 National Headquarters about what we were doing, and one of people turned out. A popular, services, Jim shared the motiva - school even said since we’re a reli - local jazz band, which usually tion for service. gious organization they wouldn’t charges $1,000 just to show up, “There were so many evangelis - Outreach efforts during this Lenten 6 season help out. The amazing thing was played for free as a part of the kick - tic opportunities,” said Jim. “One off, and said to contact them for any guy told me he was a Buddhist other events. and asked me why I was a 7 Discipleship in the territory Several media Christian. Near the end of our outlets covered talk he said, ‘I don’t really believe The Metropolitan Division’s Prayer the event as strongly as you and you may 8 and Praise Youth Encounter including a TV have a point.’ I told him we’re in news crew that the phone book and I’m available The Salvation Army in India stayed the anytime he wanted to talk.” 9 entire night. The footage As the sun rose Jim and a corps Hearts open to God’s calling on will be used to member were talking about 10 Candidate and Corps Cadet Sunday create a 10- Christ with three boys from the minute “mini- school. When the corps member The territorial writers’ conference documentary” suggested Jim give them a copy of 11 April 29-May 1 about The his book the boys enthusiastically Salvation gave him their addresses and Jim made arrangements to deliver the Wisdom for those attending the Army’s work 12 Territorial Officers’ Forum with the home - books personally. less in the city, “It was a PR, social services and to be broadcast evangelistic success. I can’t think The Divisional Youth Leaders 13 Seminar of a better night,” said Jim. 14 The Territorial Executive Council

Young people attending the 15 re:Generation conference Equipped for Battle Spreading 16 Commissioners William and Nancy the joy Roberts in Kenya oldiers grounded in the Word, led by the Spirit and equipped for bat - People you can bring into the pres - 17 ence of Christ tle are necessary for this Army of he sixth-annual “Share Salvation to continue to storm the Your Christmas Joy” cam - S President George W. Bush forts of darkness and bring Christ’s hope paign surpassed its 18 to a dying world. Based on the book $7,000 goal to reach Equipped for Battle written by Major T The Annual Command Consultation $10,4221.81 thanks to the gener - 19 Jim Garrington, a new video series, com - ous people of the Central Reviews plete with video commentary by the Territory. The number of overseas author, power points, and leader and par - children’s homes and schools The territorial multicultural ministries ticipant guides, is perfect for new recruits receiving funds was increased to 20 committee meeting as well as soldiers wanting a refresher 104 locations. course. It offers an in-depth look at what The Grand Rapids, Mich., Adult The Salvation Army is and provides an Keep spreading the joy year- 21 Rehabilitation Center opportunity for growth in faith, love and round by sponsoring a chil - service to Christ. dren’s home. Call Sarah Kinkaid at (847) 294-2065 or 22 The North Dakota corps’ youth To order the Equipped for Battle series con - visit www.usc.salvationarmy.org retreat tact Resource Connection at 1-800-937-9986 or online at www.saresourceconnection.org The Chicago Staff Band’s ministry in 23 Champaign, Ill.

Christ to empower you to make a 24 new start for your life

The Personnel Conference at 25 National Headquarters

26 The Biblical Education Tour to Israel 27 The Port Huron, Mich., Corps

Majors James and Judith Garrington 28 in Germany

29 Sunday school in your corps 12

CHICAGO— (right) The Metropolitan Division’s evange - Around the Territory lism campaign included creative ideas and action plans for outreach. The Templo Laramie Corps attracted peo - ple with a clever name for their event, “The GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.— The grand Gastronomic Festival,” where participants sampled eth - opening weekend of the newest store nic foods. The Dekalb Corps, situated in a town with a operated by the Adult Rehabilitation large university, offered a “sober bus,” giving college Center (ARC) produced nearly students rides back to their dorms from 9:00 p.m. $28,000 in gross sales. Bric-a-brac until 2:00 a.m. The Joliet Corps distributed informa - brought in the largest percentage of tion booklets and held an appreciation dinner for local sales (29 percent) thanks to seasonal firefighters and police. Other events included harvest displays, followed by women’s cloth - parties, prayer and fasting, home and school visita - ing (22 percent). Major John Aren, tions, “grandparents day,” free haircuts and open-air administrator, also credited the suc - meetings. cess to product replenishment, train - ing of new staff by existing store MUSKEGON, MICH.— The Western managers, a visit from Ziggy (thanks Michigan and Northern Indiana to the Eastern Michigan Division) Division hosted 117 delegates for its and a canteen serving hot dogs and third annual school of ministry at drinks. At a V.I.P. reception, guests and local dignitaries generously paid double for their Maranatha Camp and Conference purchases! The ribbon cutting was Center. Steadily growing since its conducted by the township supervisor inception in 2005, the conference and Major Graham Allan, ARC com - equips officers and soldiers to live mander. extraordinary lives of pursing God. Through classes like youth ministry, writing and leadership, this year ST. LOUIS, MO.— Sunbeam Emma focused on becoming transformed to Davis recently received her Gold Star serve more effectively. The division at the St. Louis Maplewood, Mo., also promoted Come Join Our Army. Corps, from Sue Summit, Midland divisional character building director. Also pictured are Rita Summit, KANSAS CITY, MO. – (above) The Salvation Army in the greater Kansas City area kicked off Maplewood sunbeam leader, and its 2007 Christmas Campaign during the downtown “City of Lights” evening celebration. The Emma’s parents Captain Brian and festivities included an attempt to set the Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of Major Lesa Davis, corps officers. Salvation Army bellringers. All 1,543 people who attended the event received a small com - memorative bell to ring.

Promoted to Glory

that year was way. One night while intoxicated he where they ministered for 10 years. Major Bethany Eames Major enrolled as a came across a group of Salvationists In 1986, Major Wert became the city Bethany senior soldier. preaching the gospel. He rededicat - coordinator in Evansville, Ind. After Eames was She entered ed his life to Christ and began retiring in 1988, the Werts remained promoted to the College attending the Waukegan, Ill., Corps. active in ministry, including taking a Glory on for Officer He met and fell in love with corps appointment in Bloomington, October 26, Training in Pauline Botu, and the two were mar - Ind., for six months. Ramon was 2007. 1976, a mem - ried in 1948. They entered the deeply devoted to God and faithful - ber of the ly served Him. Bethany College for Officer Training in 1950 Disciples of Hutchings and were commissioned to LaPorte, Major Wert is survived by his Christ ses - was born on Ind., in 1951. The Werts served in wife; three daughters, Paula (Randy) sion. February 26, corps appointments across the terri - McLean, Major Paulette (James) 1931, in Lansing, Mich. Though she As a single officer she assisted at tory including in Indiana, Kansas, Frye, and Pauline (Tom) Hyton; nine gave her heart to the Lord at a young the Lansing Windsor, Mich., Corps Wisconsin and Illinois. Their longest grandchildren, and 12 great-grand - age, she later fell away from her and later served as the city youth appointment was Decatur, Ill., children. faith. While working for the U.S. officer. In 1979, she married Lt. Postal Department she met Wesley Green and together they Frederick Eames, and the two were ministered in corps appointments in married in 1966. Fred loved Beth’s Missouri, Kansas and Indiana. In four children from her first marriage 2000, the Greens were appointed to and they were a strong family. the Metropolitan Division where Sharon was the divisional guard and Chicago Staff Band They began attending the Lansing sunbeam director. The Greens also Citadel, Mich., Corps where Beth served on the Indiana divisional Continued from page 10 recommitted her life to Christ. staff. They returned to the corps While attending a territorial home work they loved in 2003 and had league institute, Beth felt God call - Colonel only been stationed at the La Crosse, ing her to officership. At first she Miller shared Wis., Corps for a little over a year was afraid to tell Fred of God’s lead - memories when Sharon was suddenly promot - ing, but after weeks of prayer and vignettes ed to Glory. learned God had spoken to him at of past CSB practically the same time. Sharon was an encourager who bandmasters. was always thinking of others. She “Each band - The Eames were commissioned in will be remembered for her beauti - master has 1973 and served in corps appoint - ful smile, bountiful friendship and built on the ments across the territory. They devotion to her Lord. platform laid retired in 2000 after 12 years as before, to corps officers in Keokuk, Iowa. Beth Major Sharon Green is survived give us the was a hard worker, earning two mas - by her husband; daughter, Jessica; Chicago Staff ter’s degrees. She was creative, loved mother, Betty Reynolds; brother Band we playing in the stringband and Carl Lewis, and sisters Millie have today.” enjoyed Southern Gospel music. Peacock and Kathleen Pennington. In his Major Eames was preceded in devotional, death by her son, Jon. She is sur - Major Ramon Wert Major Commis- vived by her husband; three sons, Ramon Wert sioner Thomson urged listeners, “Be ter Ray Ogg’s march “Rousseau.” Major Dale (Sharon) Hale; Major was promot - ready. Keep watch. The message is Mickey (Charlene) Hale and Scott The benediction was given by ed to Glory two-fold: There is salvation in Jesus, (Carol) Hale; two sisters, Evelyn and Major Paul Marshall, with Bill on November and Jesus is coming again. Today is a Mrs. Major Adrena (Hugo) Faundez; Himes introducing his lifelong 10, 2007. day of grace. Today is the day of sal - friend as “the oldest man I know.” 11 grandchildren and 15 great- vation.” grandchildren. Ramon And another 100 years went down in Wert was Colonel McLaren reminded that the history books. born on April “the past is prologue” and then By the way, the boyhood hero I Major Sharon Green Major Sharon Green was promot - 16, 1926, in prayed a prayer of dedication for the mentioned at the beginning of this ed to Glory on October 29, 2007. Allentown, current Chicago Staff Band, its mem - article is Tom Gabrielson. His beau - Penn. He was raised in a Christian bers and its future ministry. Sharon was born on July 22, 1957, tiful playing 35 years ago inspired home and attended church every in Kansas City, Mo. She was the No staff band centennial would be me to pursue excellence—in music, Sunday. While a young man he fourth of five children born to complete without the singing of and in life. And I said it was coinci - joined the U.S. Navy Merchant Gerald and Betty Reynolds. She gave “Rock of Ages” (arr. Bearchell) and dence, but that was for the sake of Marines. During this time he left his her life to the Lord in 1972 at the the playing of former staff bandmas - the skeptical reader. For me, it was Christian upbringing to find his own Kansas City, Kan., Corps and later providence.