73 ordained, commissioned and appointed in the West
By Chrisin Davis A lone cello onstage at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium strung “All there is of me, Lord” as the Proclaimers of the Resurrection Session individually marched through the audience and took to the platform June 16, red epaulets affixed
An Army of Stars
June 15 featured festivities and a gala. By Karen Gleason Commissioning 2013—Proclaim!—shifted into high gear June 15 with activities for all. The morning began with two special breakfasts. The Future Officers’ Fellowship Breakfast, hosted by Majors John and Pam Brackenbury, included accepted and
Cadets honor parents and mentors
Proclaimers of the Resurrection Session say “thank you” for support. By Buffy Lincoln From as far away as Korea and Indonesia, parents and mentors of the Proclaimers of the Resurrection Session met sons, daughters and friends in the Terrace Room at the
Commissioning seminars spark spiritual revival
English and Spanish-language seminars aim to develop spirituality. By Vivian Gatica Commissioning weekend’s Spiritual Life Development seminar on June 15, themed “Life with God,” was based on James Bryan Smith’s Christian Apprentice book series: “The Good and Beautiful God,” “The Good and
Israel and New Breed open weekend
The gospel group teamed up with Salvation Army musicians for a memorable night. By Jared McKiernan Grammy-winning gospel ensemble Israel and New Breed electrified the Pasadena Civic Auditorium Friday night to kick off The Salvation Army Western Territory’s 2013 Commissioning weekend. Led by
Bible Bowl 2013
Final three teams compete in the championship rounds By Cari Arrias Bible Bowl returned in 2013 after a one-year hiatus due to the 2012 territorial congress, and proved as strong as ever. After making it through qualifying rounds, three teams sought the
Encore! returns for its second year
The Western Territory’s annual youth music and arts competition takes place during Commissioning 2013. The second annual ENCORE! competition took place throughout the day on June 15, with 50 entries and almost 200 participants who continuously filled the rooms at the
Living life with God
Workshops during Commissioning weekend have life-changing potential. How can we become more like Jesus in our thinking, acting and living? How do we see God and find balance in our daily lives? How can we develop character and build community? Discover answers
Israel Houghton and New Breed coming to commissioning
Popular Christian recording artist to perform at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. The Salvation Army Western Territory presents Christian recording artist Israel Houghton and New Breed live in concert June 14, during the 2013 commissioning weekend. Houghton is an internationally recognized worship leader,