‘LIVE 04’ seeks talent
by Kyle Smith, Captain LIVE ‘O4—What is it? It is a creative arts ministry concert to celebrate the diversity and talent of the teenagers and young adults of our territory. This idea was birthed, not in the minds of the staff at
Meet the cadets of the Bridgebuilders Session
Susan L. Gibson Home Corps: Santa Maria, CA Generation Salvationist: First What brought you to TSA: I visited the Santa Maria Corps, fell in love with the Army and stayed. Ministry/Passions: Youth and seniors, and preaching and teaching. Hobbies & Interests: Reading, sewing, shopping, concerts, museums, travel. David A.
Words of Life: A glimpse of heaven
At times we catch a glimpse of a world beyond this one—in the laughter of a child, in the wistful longing of an elderly friend, in a haunting piece of music or in a moment of worship. We catch the
Humility key to revival
by Donna Ames, Major - If my people who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and
Ventura says ‘Thanks!’
Captains Lyn and Joe Thompson present Corporation of the Year award to Gospel Light Productions. The Ventura Salvation Army had their annual advisory board dinner recently, presented as a thank you to the community, donors, employees and volunteers for all
TIME TO GROW UP
by Geoff Ryan, Captain - Thinking Globally, Acting Locally: Connecting the Dots “It is too small a thing for you to be my servant to restore the Tribes of Jacob and bring back those of Israel I have kept. I will also
A call to the ROOTS of the Army
ROOTS exists to call Salvationists to biblical Christianity, radical discipleship, contemporary communication of the gospel and a passion for the lost, which are at the ‘root’ of The Salvation Army and the Christian Church. ROOTS is an annual gathering place for
Cascade young adults discover truth at retreat
by Cari Arias - YOUTH FROM THROUGHOUT the division were encouraged and inspired at Cascade’s young adult retreat Laughter. Singing. Rapping. More laughing (at the DYS rapping). Fellowshipping. Playing. Sleeping. And above all…praising! With a theme of “Truth” at the Cascade Division
Western MusicInstitute set for August
The 2004 Western Music Institute (WMI), set for August 5-14 at Camp Mt. Crags, will be a ten-day experience of spiritual and musical development. Delegates will be challenged to look at their spiritual walk, Salvationist commitment, and encouraged to reach
Lewiston kids raise money for World Services
by Shanna Young, Youth director - LEWISTON YOUTH RAISED more than $150 for World Services. The Sunday school kids of the Lewiston, Idaho Corps, led by corps officers Captains Donald and Cheryl Warriner, recently raised just over $150 for World Services. The
Letters to the Editor
Letters to the Editor The Passion of The Christ Much has been said both in opposition and in favor of Mel Gibson’s new film, The Passion of The Christ, so I decided to see it for myself. After viewing this powerful presentation of
Amazing things are happening in Compton
A PUPPET SHOW was enjoyed by all during the Compton Corps’ outdoor ministry day. God is doing some amazing things in Compton! Joshua 3:5 (NIV) says, “Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the Lord will do amazing things among you.” Recently, on Valentine’s