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The Salvation Army wasrecently awarded $4.8million from the LillyEndowment Inc. to support

further implementation of Pathwayof Hope in the Central Territory.The impact goal of Pathway ofHope is to help susceptible familiesbreak the cycle of repeated crisisand vulnerability and put them onthe path to increased stability andsufficiency. This funding enablesthe territory to build capacity andmomentum at a steady pace.Working through a team approachthat involves corps officers, case-workers, soldiers and volunteers,Pathway of Hope is alreadydemonstrating success in working

with highly vulnerable familieswith children who are faced withmultiple, but addressable barriersto sufficiency.As of September 2013, 260 fami-

lies have enrolled in Pathway ofHope throughout the territory.Initial data indicates that 88 percentof families that complete the assess-ment continue to remain engagedin Pathway of Hope services,which is a significant indicator.These families are demonstratingmovement toward sufficiency andincreased hope about their futures.There is now one cluster (5-6corps/service centers) implementingPathway of Hope in each divisionin the Central Territory with a total

of 97 corps and social service cen-ters participating.Preparing the proposal for the

Endowment replicated the teamapproach that is so necessary to thesuccess of Pathway of Hope. In thespring, Commissioner Carol Seiler,Indiana Divisional CommanderMajor John Turner and CraigCampbell, executive director ofResource Development, NationalHeadquarters, met in person withthe Endowment to clearly commu-nicate the program’s objectives andoutcomes. Maribeth V. Swanson,territorial social services secretary,worked alongside consultants fromNational Headquarters to draft theproposal, provide up-to-date client

results and develop a detailed bud-get.Linda Brinker, territorial Pathway

of Hope Project manager, securedfrom each division over 30 lettersof support from organizations rec-ommending the Pathway of Hopeapproach that they have seendemonstrated by their localSalvation Army corps or servicecenter. Additionally, a letter ofendorsement from the Hall FamilyFoundation, which funded thePathway of Hope implementationin 2012 for the Kansas City region,was secured by the Kansas andWestern Missouri Division andshared with the Endowment. The

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National AdvisoryBoard MemberBob Alspaughgreeted thecrowd, and DickStarmann of theMcDonald’sCorporation gavethe keynoteaddress. Starmann

was a trustee for Joan Kroc andworked for her while she madepreparations for the original KrocCenter in San Diego, Calif. Healso handled the financial plan-

by Kent Embree

More than 300 dele-gates from across theUnited States gath-ered this fall in

Chicago for a Kroc CenterConference hosted by theCentral Territory. Held at theHyatt Regency O’Hare inRosemont, Ill., the conferencespanned four days packed withworkshops and presentations ontopics ranging from marketingand fitness to leadership andfine arts.The conference began with

a welcome dinner whereCommissioner Carol Seilergave introductions and high-lights of the days ahead,

ning for her bequest to TheSalvation Army in her finaldays. He shared valuable andoften humorous insights intoMrs. Kroc’s personality tohelp connect the delegateswith the Army’s generousbenefactor.On the second day partici-

pants loaded six buses andtraveled to the Chicago KrocCenter, where they wereentertained by a fantasticyouth musical dance perfor-

Volume 43, Number 11 November 2013

Central Territory hostsKrocConference

“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)

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Do you recall playingSuperman or WonderWoman as a child? I do. Wehad a red towel I claimed

for my cape. I would run, jump and“fly” around saving many in distress.The feats accomplished in one after-noon were amazing—all due to the

Although my strength andendurance have diminished physi-cally, my faith in God has grown.Through the power of the HolySpirit, I am a spiritual warrior wag-ing battle for the souls of mankind,seeking to bring them to an under-standing of God’s love and grace.(Intercessory prayer also can becalled spiritual battle.)My faith is not dependent upon

my strength, but rather Christ!Philippians 4:13 (NKJV) says, “Ican do all things through Christwho strengthens me.”God is with us! His Word says He

will never leave or forsake us. Wemay not always feel His presence,but we can take Him at His wordand trust Him. This is faith: believ-ing without seeing. (Hebrews 11:1)So, step out in faith and trust God

to direct your future. Be a spiritualwarrior who is not afraid to wieldthe Sword of Truth, directed by thepower of the Holy Spirit. Let theworld know, “You’ve got the power!”

You’ve got the power

mighty powers I possessed! I wasalways the hero, and everyone wasglad to see me fly into the room, redcape and all. Life as a child wasfilled with fun and adventure.Although that was a half century

ago, I want you to know “I’ve still gotthe power!” One of my favorite verses

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by Lt. Colonel Vicki AmickTerritorial Retired Officers’ Bureau Director

of scripture says it this way, “For Godhas not given us a spirit of timidi-ty, but of power and love and disci-pline.” (2 Timothy 1:7, NASB)When the Bible says God has not

given us the spirit of fear, it doesn’tmean we will never feel afraid butthat we should not allow fear to holdus back. We need to acknowledge itand then, with God’s help, movebeyond it. In fact, God says “Fear not”many times because it can be such anegative and powerful emotion.As a two-time cancer survivor, I

know about fear. Yet, these experi-ences have reaffirmed God has aplan and purpose for my life. I cantrust Him today and in the future towork all things out for my good.(Romans 8:28)

Backpack blessings

During a back-to-schoolphone bank fundraisingdrive, WISN-TV and TheSalvation Army in

Milwaukee, Wis., raised more than$50,000 to buy school supplies formore than1,300 Milwaukee PublicSchool (MPS) students who can’tafford these basic necessities. Theschools selected to receive the sup-plies were Hi-Mount CommunitySchool, Auer Avenue School, RalphWaldo Emerson School, andLancaster School.“This project was heartwarming

and inspiring. The incredible generos-ity of WISN 12 viewers exceeded ourexpectations,” said Jan Wade, presi-dent and general manager of WISN-TV. The initial goal was $25,000.In addition to appeals by news per-

sonalities, interviews with Green BayPacker Hall of Famer LeRoy Butlerand former Green Bay Packer LineBacker George Koonce helped ener-gize viewers.“This generosity will help hundreds

of Milwaukee Public School childrenbegin the school year with confidenceand have the supplies they need to dowell in school,” said Major Roger Ross,then Milwaukee County commander.

Principals from the selectedschools were overwhelmed by thecommunity’s generosity. They gotinvolved in the Back to SchoolCollection Drive whenSuperintendent Gregory Thorntonchallenged them to open theirhearts—and wallets—to join TheSalvation Army/WISN 12 effort. Injust three days, principals andadministrators donated $4,675 to addto the $50,000-plus already raised.“The gift of a book bag stuffed

with school supplies will definitelyallow our students to return toschool prepared with tools for suc-cess,” said Hi-Mount SchoolPrincipal Toni Dinkins. “With over95 percent of our student popula-tion qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, these donations willensure that our students have thesupplies they need to learn, growand achieve. More importantly, thistremendous act of kindness will alsoensure that our students feel lovedand supported by many.”

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Lieutenants cultivate unity

by Captain Valerie Carr

The STEPs(Strategic Toolto EngagePotential)

process in the HeartlandDivision has proven tobe a catalyst for newideas, fellowship of spirit and fostering the potentialwithin our corps. The divisional approach to theSTEPs process has been one of shared experiencesleading to new ideas.The last program year saw each corps STEPs team

come together with their divisional team counter-parts to go through the results of their documentand then brainstorm together action steps in theirgoal areas. We met in cluster areas for brainstormingsessions and found this to be a key factor to the suc-

cess of the STEPs evaluation in ourdivision. Corps officers and sol-diers have learned they share acommon bond and often are deal-ing with various facets of the sameissues.Everyone also began to notice

corps had quite a bit in commonwith each other. This understand-

ing freed the conversation in thebrainstorming sessions, allowingeach participant to share what hadworked and what hadn’t in similarsituations. Each corps encouragedthe other in their effort to “do themost good” in their communities.We noticed several “commonthreads” every time a STEPs retreatconcluded, which in turn has led tosome exciting opportunities in theHeartland Division!Working together to seek ways to

make an impact for God’s Kingdomhas produced: an interdivisionalyoung adult leadership trainingseminar at the Champaign, Ill.,Corps, a divisional ministry trainingday to develop local leadership incommon concern areas, interest ina divisional young adult fellowship,establishment of a worship commit-tee at the Pekin, Ill., Corps, andnew efforts in visitor retention divi-sion-wide. The list goes on and on!STEPs has helped the Heartland

Division see through new lenses thepossibilities God has for our min-istry! We approach each STEPsreview with an open heart and awilling spirit, wanting to hear Godand find the ways He is leading usto make the greatest missionalimpact in our communities.

Captain Valerie Carr with her son Ethan

STEPs creates synergyinHeartland

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When Lts. Tomas andMartha Valladares andtheir three childrenarrived fresh from the

College for Officer Training at theBelvidere, Ill., Corps in the Chicagoarea they had no idea how God wasgoing to use them. They soon dis-covered that although the corps waslocated in a predominantly Hispaniccommunity, the congregation wasmostly Caucasian.

“My wife and I are bilingual, soone of the first things we did wasgo out and introduce ourselves topeople in the community,” saidTomas, whose first language isSpanish. “We were happy to havean opportunity to reach out, andpeople in the area were pleased.”After covering the corps in prayer,

they began inviting communitymembers to corps activities—start-ing with a food distribution, thenvacation Bible school, Bible studiesand Sunday services. “Little by littlewe started to see new families com-ing to the corps,” said Tomas, “bothCaucasian and Spanish and someAfrican-American.”To meet the needs of newcomers,

the corps worked out a bilingualSunday morning schedule. Sundayschool is held separately in bothEnglish and Spanish. Then everyonegathers in the chapel for worshipwhich is translated from Spanish toEnglish or vice versa. Due to timeconstraints the congregation nor-mally breaks apart for the message,but the first Sunday of every monththe congregation worships and lis-tens to the message together.

Afterward, a potluck lunch is held.“What is most important to us is

that our church family understandswe are one body, what language isspoken doesn’t ultimately matter,”said Tomas. “During the potluck it’s

beautiful to see how everyoneknows each other. Even thoughmany don’t speak each other’s lan-guage they still sit together and talkas best they can. It’s a great bless-ing to us, and it’s all to the glory ofGod.”

The Cochrane family dedicates their son, Christian.

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General John Larssonplays fourmoremusicals

One of Indiana’s great-est singers andcrafters of song madean appearance at

Indiana Music Institute this pastsummer. Nancy HenigbaumMiller, more commonly knownas Honeytree— a hippie who gotsaved and became a pioneer inthe Jesus Movement of the early1970s and contemporaryChristian music—performed andtaught at the 73rd Indiana MusicInstitute (IMI) which was attend-ed by 140 campers and staff.Decked out in bellbottoms and

a “One Way” t-shirt, IMIDirector Glenn Welch recalled howas a 10-year-old he had been one ofmany sitting on the floor at her feetwhen she led choruses at the Adam’sApple in Fort Wayne. Singing classicslike “Rattle Me, Shake Me” and newtunes like “Great is the Harvest,”Honeytree interacted wonderfullywith the audience and candidlyshared about heartaches in life andjoy in Christ. As a special treat, shetaught guitar track students the nextday. Borrowing her pet phrase, theyexclaimed, “Hallelujah, Outasight!”

Bob Getz of Newaygo, Mich., wasguest conductor for the institute.He has enjoyed a long and reward-ing music career as a euphoniumsoloist, composer and conductor ofsome great Army bands.Surprisingly, he recalled havingattended only one divisional musiccamp as a student, and none as aguest, but he filled the role wonder-fully.Passing out handcrafted cross

necklaces and books about Eric Balllike they were candy, he was a manon a mission, determined to spendhimself entirely on the kids. He satat a different table at each meal,making sure he met every studentbefore camp was over, and sharedfrom his heart, using a mix of thecolorful, articulate language you’dexpect from an author—he wroteEmil Soderstrom’s biography—andthe down-to-earth, straightforwardlingo of a farmer, which he is. Thecamp premiered a march Bobwrote called “Indiana Youth” thathe dedicated to the division.

Honeytree andGetzinspireHoosiers

Our joint venturewithGod

ATTENTION MEN!

by Lt. Colonel Daniel SjögrenTerritorial Ambassador for Holiness

All my life Ihave enjoyedfarming andthe role of

the farmer. He plowshis fields, sows theseed, fertilizes and thencultivates. This is doneall the while knowingthe final productdepends on a sourcegreater than himself.He cannot produce rainand sunshine for grow-ing and harvesting thecrop. For there to be successful har-vest, the farmer is dependent onthese things from God.Of course, the farmer cannot

expect a harvest at the end of theseason if he does not pursue hisresponsibilities. I see this as a part-nership with God, and the farmerwill reap only when he has fulfilledhis part. Farming is a joint venturebetween the farmer and God. Thefarmer cannot do what God must,and, praise God, He will not dowhat the farmer should.I believe our pursuit of holiness is

also a joint venture with God. Wecannot come to the place of holiness

without God working inour lives. He made itpossible for us to walkin holiness, but He hasgiven us the responsibili-ty of doing the walking.He does not do that forus.We often talk about howChrist defeated sin on

the cross and gave us the HolySpirit to empower us for victoryover sin. But we don’t often speakabout our own responsibility towalk in holiness.Perhaps it’s because we are sim-

ply reluctant to face up to ourresponsibility. Maybe we want toleave it up to God, or perhaps wedo not understand the provision ofGod and our own responsibility forholiness.Hebrews 12:14 reminds us that

we must pursue holiness, for with-out it no one will see the Lord.Let’s continue in this joint venturewith God.

Mark your calendars now for theCentral Territorial

MEN’S MINISTRIES CONFERENCEApril 4-6, 2014Lake Williamson Conference CenterCarlinville, Ill.

SPECIAL GUESTS

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You’ll be joined by hundreds of men like yourself looking for a deeperunderstanding of God, rich fellowship and good fun, food and recreation!

See your corps officer for more information.

With Volume 4 in theseries John LarssonPlays, the retired worldleader completes his

recording of piano arrangements ofsongs from the Gowans and Larssonmusicals.This latest CD includes favorites

from four musicals:White Rose, Son ofMan, Man Mark IIand The Meeting.These musicals are notas well-known as thefirst six, but theauthors have alwaysreckoned they includesome of their bestsongs. Among theseare such classics as“I’ll not turn back,”“They need Christ”and “I want to sayyes.”The four CDs in

the series feature atotal of 115 songsfrom the musicals,providing nearlyfive hours of con-tinuous music.

Each CD includes a 32-page bookletwith the lyrics by General JohnGowans.For sample tracks and further

information about the CD seriesvisit www.johnlarsson.comTo purchase contact Resource

Connection at 1-800-937-8896 orwww.shop.salvationarmy.org.

WinnebagoCountywarriors

When the WinnebagoCounty, Ill., FridayNight Patrol MobilFeeding Program need-

ed a coordinator, Steve Polaski quick-ly volunteered, and when theWinnebago County developmentoffice needed an assistant to helpwith donations and special events,his wife Sharon was the first to vol-unteer. Collectively, they’ve donatedover 1,600 hours in the last fouryears.This year Steve and Sharon were

honored for their commitment andservice by receiving the 2013Territorial Family Volunteer of theYear award.“I think it’s just part of what we do

as Christians,” saidSharon, who is athird-generationSalvationist and hasbeen attending theRockford Temple, Ill.,Corps with Steve foralmost 40 years. “Isaw there was a realneed for people tohelp when I was acasewoker, and Iknew I needed tocontinue after Iretired.” Sharonworked for the AdultRehabilitation Centerand the social ser-vices of WinnebagoCounty for a com-bined 26 years.In addition to this

regular volunteerwork, the Polaskishave assisted ineverything from pick-ing up toys for theGiving Tree to deliv-ering barrels to theFood for the Needydrive.

“Last year Steve even helpedbuild cardboard trucks for Wal-mart’s “Fill a Truck” campaign,”said Beverly Peterson, thenWinnebago County director of com-munity relations and volunteer ser-vices. “We felt they were long over-due for the recognition.”The Polaskis are also hard work-

ers at their corps, where Steve vol-unteers as an usher and Sharon isinvolved with women’s ministries.“He’s the first friendly face you’ll

see on Sunday mornings, and hegreets people with a winning smileand cheerful heart,” said Beverly,“and Sharon works in our develop-ment office like it’s a part-time job!”

Advancingmarriedwomenofficers

Considering the value of goodsoil on a crop’s outcome,what better name thanGood Soil Initiative (GSI)

for a territorial youth developmentprogram? GSI debuted last year todeploy 60 youth development coordi-nators in corps across the Midwestover five years.One of the first locations where a

youth development coordinator wasplaced is Racine, Wis. Ryan Read, aformer youth pastor, has been thecoordinator there for a year, nowworking with Captains Joel andRamona Arthur, corps officers.“In our few months here, we’ve

seen many good things from Ryan,”said Joel. “His work has motivated usto add new programs to help youthknow Jesus and be discipled in the‘good soil’ they’ll need to grow ratherthan in the things of this world.”Ryan walks neighborhood streets

to chat and pray with residents andshop owners. He also consults withcommunity organizations, parents,teachers, schools and the police fordifferent perspectives on developing

good citizenship in youth.“We have a chance to concentrate on

prevention with kids rather than hav-ing to perform intervention later on,”said Ryan. An initial program contin-ues to flourish: a culinary arts coursethat prepares teens leaving juveniledetention for reentry into society.

Steadygrowth in Racine

The youth population Ryan workswith fluctuates; weekly corps activi-ties can bring as few as 40 or asmany as 100 children and teens. Bigdraws are character-building pro-grams, “Hip-hop Hope” danceinstruction and basketball. New thisfall were a praise band and teenopen gym night.A spring hip-hop rap concert

attracted more than 300 youth whoheard the gospel and learned moreabout corps programs and worship.A summer block party brought inmore than 500 community people

who enjoyed refreshments, games,music and a gospel message.Also this summer, an urban min-

istry team from the MetropolitanDivision came to mow lawns, pickup trash and interact with residentswithin a 10-block area of the corps.“It was a great witness to the

community and exposure for theteam to social injustices,” said Ryan,who became a soldier earlier thisyear with his wife, Jamie, a formerpastor who now serves as theyoung people’s sergeant-major.“When we became soldiers, we

took ownership of the Army’s mis-sion,” concluded Ryan, who’s tick-led to be associated with a programthat resonates with his personal tes-timony. As a younger man, Ryanwas saved in prison after hearingChrist’s parable of the good soil.

Ryan Read and corps youth

Ryan and Jamie Read, daughters Madalyn andMorgan, with Captains Joel and Ramona Arthur

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by Lt. Colonel Renea SmithAssistant Secretary for Personnel

We stand at a crossroad ofculture in Salvation Armyministry. One of ourstrengths has been the use

of married officer ministry teams.While building strong officer marriagesand thriving family relationshipsremain core values, we must intention-ally recognize officers as individualsand use each one’s distinctive gifts andskills, regardless of marital status, gen-der or ethnicity.Earlier this year Lt. Colonel Susan

Bukiewicz, chairperson of the MarriedWomen Officers in Leadership Ad HocCommittee, presented 17 recommenda-tions to the Territorial ExecutiveCouncil. Varied in scope, these recom-mendations were aimed at moving mar-ried women officers forward as a groupwhile developing gifted women for keyleadership roles.Foundational is the belief that men

and women are equally gifted by Godfor spiritual leadership. This is notbased on feminist ideology but foundedon an accurate interpretation of God’sWord. The Bible does not tell us spiritu-al authority is given only to men.Instead, we understand the Holy Spiritbestows gifts and sacred callings with-out regard to gender. Catherine Booth,one of the Army’s founders, powerfullyproclaimed the biblical basis for thewoman’s place in public ministry,including leadership.According to research by Major Julie

Aren, a 1994 report issued by theInternational Commission on theMinistry of Female Officers affirmed

the equality of men and women,asserting there is no theological barrierpreventing female officers from assum-ing any role and suggesting leadershipand administrative roles be distributedmore equitably. While we have takensome steps forward, our strides mustbe more intentional.The recommendations developed by

the Married Women Officers inLeadership Ad Hoc Committee fall intothe following general categories: meth-ods for validating the married womanofficer’s work; intentional recognitionof the married woman officer’s giftsand skills in making appointments, anda commitment to making officerappointments based on leadershipskills and not primarily on marriagerelationships; the development of sys-tems for sharing personal thoughts andideas, and the provision of moreopportunities for consultation withofficer leadership for the purpose ofskill development and empowerment.While the recommendations specifi-

cally address opening doors of servicefor married women officers, the com-mittee strongly felt these would pro-vide developmental opportunities forall officers. The result is an attempt tosee each officer as an individual whoGod has uniquely gifted for ministry.We are a salvation Army com-

prised of men and women workingtogether to build the Kingdom of God.Seeing officers as one of the Army’sessential assets for mission, we need todevelop and use officers, particularlymarried women, in the most effectiveway to bring honor and glory to God.

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KrocCenters bridging the gapbe

by Aubrey Brennan

The Green Bay, Wis., Rayand Joan Kroc CorpsCommunity Center isproud to provide children

a safe and encouraging environ-ment to strengthen and enrichtheir minds and bodies followingthe school day. Our afterschoolprogram, Kroc Youth Club (KYC),is free to any child whose parentor guardian has a family member-ship. Scholarships also are availableto families who qualify.“The Green Bay Kroc Center gives

all youth a chance to experience edu-cational enrichment, life skills devel-opment and physical wellness,” saidCaptain Ken Shiels, senior Kroc offi-cer. “Such experiences allow childrento envision and pursue better futuresfor themselves and their families.”Currently, KYC serves 126 chil-

dren, ages 7-12, daily from 10 diverseschools which encourages socialacceptance of children from differentwalks of life. KYC implements PBIS(Positive Behavioral Interventions

and Supports), a disciplinaryapproach practiced in our area schoolsystems. In KYC, we don’t have rulesfor children; we have expectationsfor them to meet. Along with PBIS,we promote KYC START, whichinvolves the core values that eachchild is Safe, Truthful, Accountable,Respectful and that they all partici-pate Together.Children in KYC enjoy a nutritious

snack, receive help with homeworkand have access to the computer lab.They can release energy in the gym-nasium and game room. To foster cre-ativity they can participate in clubslike Grossology, where they learnwhy we have boogers and what scabsare; Recycling Club, where they learnhow to make things like piggy banksand notebooks out of recycled materi-als; Beading Club, where they makejewelry and other projects; and vari-ous performing and creative arts pro-grams. Programs like sunbeams, girlguards, rangers, singing company andjunior band also are included in thecurriculum. Families say they appre-ciate the value and unique programsKYC offers.

by Stephanie Denton

According tothe Centerfor DiseaseControl and

Prevention, over 23million children areoverweight in theUnited States.Childhood obesity canlead to many healthproblems includingtype-2 diabetes, highblood pressure, heartdisease and evenstroke.The Grand Rapids,

Mich., Ray and Joan Kroc CorpsCommunity Center is doing its partto keep kids active and help promotea healthy lifestyle.Along with the Kroc Center in

Philadelphia, it’s piloting a programcalled FitKids360 which combineslearning about nutrition with physi-cal activity. The Grand Rapids KrocCenter has held four, eight-week ses-sions of FitKids360 for 300 children,ages 5-16, and their families. Classesare running at capacity, and 100 per-cent of the families who’ve partici-pated report they have made positivelifestyle changes that have improvedtheir health. Families have pledged toeat dinner at the table together eachnight, watch less TV, try one newvegetable a week, start a journal,take family bike rides, eliminatedrinking sugary beverages and cutdown on junk food—healthy lifestylehabits that can lower the risk ofbecoming obese, boost children’smoods, increase energy and ward offillness and developing related dis-eases!In addition to FitKids360, the

Grand Rapids Kroc Center offersmany other programs and activitiesdesigned specifically to help keepkids active and healthy, including

team sports, dance and tumbling,swim lessons and classes like Zumbafor Kids.“The goal of the Kroc Center is to

provide programs and services thatencourage positive, life-changingexperiences for both children andadults,” said Major Karen Johnson,officer for program development atthe Kroc Center. “Because childhoodobesity is such a growing problem inour country, we are focused on offer-ing classes that allow children to getactive and be fit in a positive envi-ronment.”While children are the primary

focus of the program, adults also arebenefitting. The Kroc Center offersmany health and wellness activitiesfor all ages, including cardiovascularmachines, strength trainingmachines, rowing machines, freeweights, an indoor track, aerobicsclasses, water fitness and more.Indoor recreation activities includebasketball, judo, volleyball, bad-minton, special toddler tumblingtimes for little ones and parents, rockclimbing and swimming. One 67-year-old woman lost 90 pounds justby walking and changing her diet!

“I think we have a special nichébecause of the number of people

whose lifestyle changeshave big societal impact:better health leading tofewer medical issues,especially within ethnicgroups which have high-er rates of diabetes andheart disease,” saidMajor Karen.According to Lt.

Colonel James Nauta,Kroc project specialistfor the Central Territory,grants are being appliedfor so that FitKids360can be introduced toother Kroc centers. Italso is hoped that once aprototype is developed,it can be used in loca-tions such as camps andother corps communitycenters.

The Ray and Joan Kroc CorpsCommunity Center in Chicago,Ill., has initiated a new leader-ship training program for teens

called SWAT (Service, Worship andTeaching), in an effort to raise up stu-dent leaders and counselors.The training session lasts five

weeks and meets Monday throughFriday. This year teens, ages 14-17,participated. Under the leadership ofLt. Denesia Polusca, Chicago KrocCenter officer for youth development,and Dietrich Hunter, teen zone man-ager, the teens met every morning fordevotions before assisting summerday camp counselors from 9:00 a.m.until 3:00 p.m.Then they met with Lt. Denesia for

training in Safe from Harm, evange-lism and peer leadership. They alsostudied scripture, prayedscripture out loud,shared testimonies, wor-shipped and beganpreparations for vacationBible school (VBS),which the teens helpedto lead during the finalweek of SWAT.One student in partic-

ular, Willie Nolden,improved his leadershipskills immensely. “Whenwe started talking aboutgetting ready for VBS,he said he wasn’t com-fortable leading worship

or classes,” said Lt. Denesia, “but bythe time VBS came around he wasone of the strongest leaders, talkingwith the kids and getting themengaged. It was really cool to see thedifference.”In the fall the students transitioned

into junior church aides. They contin-ue to participate in corps youth pro-grams, other Kroc activities andattend Sunday worship.“What’s been most rewarding

about this program has been seeingthe development of our future lead-ers,” said Lt. Denesia. “Our trainingdid two major things: first, it helpedthe teens recognize their potential asleaders by building their confidence.Second, it developed their under-standing of responsibility andaccountability.”

GrandRapids KrocCenteraims to keep kids fit

ChicagoKroc raises up leaders

YouthClub excels inGreenBay

Lt. Brenna Logan works with (l to r) LaticeFranklink, Daja Hill and Angelina Dixon.

tweenpotential and opportunity

by Kent Embree

The Ray andJoan KrocCorpsCommunity

Center in Quincy, Ill.,has opened the doorto new opportunitiesin music for resi-dents, particularlystudents.Complementing thecorps’ brass band andpraise team, the cen-ter offers beginningmusic classes for chil-dren and adults andin June hosts a city-wide music programcalled the JoeBonansinga MusicInstitute for studentsin grades 4 through 9.This year the insti-

tute not only had participation fromthe public and parochial schools butalso drew children from surroundingrural communities.A contingent of the students

attended the Midland Music Instituteat Camp Mihaska in Bourbon, Mo.,in July and brought back an array oftop awards, including the prestigious“Top Corps Award.” In conjunctionwith the Midland MusicConservatory, the Midland MusicInstitute is held every year and isavailable to all students participatingin Kroc Center music programs.Fall kicked off with two new areas

of group music instruction, children’spiano and music mania. These KrocCenter classes are offered foryounger students, ages 4 through 9.Education and Fine Arts Specialist

Marion Dye explained, “These classesare designed for absolute beginners,and they incorporate child-specificcurriculum with games and exercisesfor learning essential concepts suchas rhythm, pitch and technique.”

The Quincy Kroc CorpsCommunity Center continues to buildits foundation of instrumentalists whotake part in the traditional band andthe contemporary praise team, bothof which are integral to Sunday wor-ship. A new songster brigade blendsthe voices of corps members and resi-dents of the corps’ emergency shelter.Senior Kroc Officer Major Andrew

S. Miller said, “The songsters will fillthe niché of a traditional choir, butwill also serve to make a connectionbetween regular churchgoers and ouremergency shelter residents.”Beginner and junior brass bands

provide instruction to student instru-mentalists as well as an introductionto Salvation Army traditional music.And a creative ministry composed ofjunior and senior high school studentsuses puppetry, singing and drama toshare the gospel. The YouthDevelopment Assets Initiativeapproach is infused in all of theseopportunities, whether traditional ornew.

by Major Collette Webster

Kroc Fest unites ourcommunity andprovides muchneeded service to

families looking to ease theburden of getting their kidsback to school. And every-one loves the family fun atthis annual free festival!This is the second Kroc

Fest held at the South Bend,Ind., Ray and Joan KrocCorps Community Center.Last year it was held insideour building with theexpectation of up to 1,000 peopleattending; 2,700 showed up! Withsome quick adjusting on our part, theevent was a hit, and we were able tomeet lots of people from our commu-nity. They, in turn, experienced whatwe have to offer. The event had it all:bounce houses, face painting, a bal-loon artist, information about ourprograms, a Zumba party, powderpuff football, carnival games—and somuch more.This year we expanded our reach

and collaborated with the SouthBend Community School Corporation

which brought1,900 backpacks togive away. Nearly5,000 peopleattended! Weadded several com-munity vendorsand provided freehaircuts by SportClips, sports physi-cals by local physi-cians, visionscreenings, andinformation onimmunizations andhealthy living. The

police and fire departments partici-pated, and entertainment was provid-ed by a praise and worship band.Held outside to accommodate thecrowd, everyone could see the funthat was taking place.Kroc Fest was a great time of con-

necting with the community. We hadthe opportunity to share Jesus withthose who attended through ourwords, actions and world-class cus-tomer service and were able to praywith a host of volunteers.The impact our ministry is having

on the community is transformation-al, and we are witnessing positive

Community unites at Kroc Fest

Earlier this year Omaha NorthSide, Neb., Corps Officer Lt.Pam Kasten contacted hersessionmate and good friend,

Lt. Judith Fetzer, Omaha Kroc Centerofficer for youth development, abouthelping children in her corps’ after-school program thrive. As a memberof Kroc Center leadership, Lt. Judithhad been trained in the 40Developmental Assets®, a nationalinitiative in partnership with therenowned Search Institute thataddresses the necessary buildingblocks for healthy development ofyoung people. Lt. Fetzer happilyoffered to conduct this training forthe North Side Corps.“The intention for this asset initia-

tive is eventually to carry it throughfrom Kroc to all corps in the territo-ry,” said Lt. Judith. “It was a goodopportunity to get a start in Omaha…It also enabled us to speak the samelanguage when the Omaha Northkids visit the Kroc.”During the two-hour training ses-

sion, Lt. Judith defined and describedeach of the external and internalassets, leaving time to affirm theways the staff already was imple-menting the assets and generatingnew ways to include more of them.The outcome was a standardized sys-tem of positive behavior reinforce-ment and rules/consequences for all

of the corps programs.In addition to supporting the

unique and new Omaha Kroc activi-ties, Lt. Judith has found it’s beennatural to infuse all of the traditionalactivities, from character-building tothe singing company with the assets.“The training was a success, and

has become a great starting point forour staff and volunteers in the waywe interact with the children in all ofour programs,” said Lt. Pam. “Wewant to give the kids consistency andthe framework to know they’re lovedand cared for.”

OmahaKroc asset toNorthCorps

QuincyKroc resonateswithmusic

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Ethan Rodgers,7, follows beginner piano music with the assistanceof Education and Fine Arts Specialist Marion Dye.

Quincy Kroc Center delegates to the Midland Music Institute pose with their trophy for the topcorps award. Also pictured are: Majors Cheryl and Andy Miller, Captains Matt and MindyO’Neil, special guest Joe Caddy and Midland Divisional Commander Major Lonneal Richardson.

Catching the joy

Awave of joy—and excite-ment—is sweeping throughwomen’s ministries in theterritory. It’s rolling

across the plains of the Dakotas andmotoring down the streets ofDetroit.

Sporting a sophisticated look, thisyear’s national women’s ministriesresources book, Adventures in Faith,contains content just as good. Anabundance of complete and easy-to-incorporate programs from practicalto inspirational have been developedin the areas of fellowship, service,worship and education by each U.S.territory. Programs and related mate-rial can serve as a catalyst or can besupplemented with the leaders’ ownideas.The women’s ministries program

guidelines have had a facelift as well.Adapted from the Southern Territory,the attractive eggplant-colored note-book puts the guidelines and addi-tional resources at corps officers’ fin-gertips. Writings by Jill Briscoe andJulia Bettencourt are two of the gemsto be unearthed, along with helpfulwebsites on topics from faith build-ing and health to interest groups andspecial events. A change to note inthe guidelines is an increase in mem-bership age from 14 to 16, althoughthose who are younger and already a

part of their local women’sministries may remain mem-bers.Women’s ministries also is

stepping up its social mediapresence. Last month SarahMicula joined the team at ter-ritorial headquarters to devel-op materials and curriculumfor women, ages 18–30. Sarahwill be conducting a survey to

better ascertain their needs andintroduce an online community thatcould take the form of Bible studiesor discussion groups. She’ll alsodevelop an up-to-date website andFacebook page. In addition, Sarahwill handle logistics for the annualwomen’s ministries missions trip,which this month is headed toGrenada.A conference for women leaders

is under development for October16-19, 2014, at Camp Wonderland.With the theme “Get Fit,” theweekend will be filled with inspir-ing meetings, interactive activities,workshops, an exhibit hall and, ofcourse, plenty of time for fellow-ship. It will feature CommissionerCarol Seiler, territorial president ofwomen’s ministries; MindyCaliguire, founder of the spiritualformation ministry Soul Care anddirector of transformation ministryfor the Willow Creek Association;the territory’s own Bill BoothTheater Company; and Hālau Hula,a dance troupe straight from Oahu.

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This fall women’s ministries secretaries from throughout the territory met at territorial head-quarters for their annual conference. Pictured (l to r): Major Cindy Strickler, Major RebeccaGates, Major Kathy Hellstrom, Major Joy Ross, Colonel Dawn Heatwole, Major Jolene Hull,Major Carla Voeller, Major Miriam Gorton, Lt. Colonel Rebecca Sjögren, Major Lee AnnThompson, Major Nancy Holloway, Major Susan Anderson and Major Dorene Jennings.

Focused for the future

2014 TerritorialWomen LeadersConferenceA special weekend designed forexisting and emerging women leaders

October 16-19, 2014Wonderland Camp and Conference Center

Registration fee = $200 (April 1 – June 15, 2014);$225 (June 16 – Sept 15)

See your corps officer for more information.

Imagine a women’s min-istries focus group withan emphasis on weightloss, healthy living,

prayer and support. Well, inFarmington Hills, Mich.,they have it! “Weight loss isa struggle for so manywomen, including myself,”said Major MarlysAnderson, Farmington Hills,Mich., corps officer. “I start-ed this program becausethere are a lot of womenwho need support in weightloss and a safe environmentto get started.”The group meets on Thursdays at

Farmington Hills Corps for a 10-week session. Right now the womenare in their third session. Duringeach meeting the women discusstheir accomplishments and strugglesfrom the previous week, receive edu-cation about healthy living, andspend time in prayer and Bible study.Those who have time stay longer andexercise together.“What’s unique about this group is

the deep level in which the womenget to know each other so quickly.

They call, text and write each otherthroughout the week, sharing theirchallenges and successes,” saidMarlys.The spiritual bond created also

makes this group meaningful. Onelady invited her neighbor to jointhe group. Though the neighborwas hesitant at first, because she’dnever been to church or read theBible, she tried it out. It wasn’t longbefore the two friends were readingthe Bible together.“What a praise,” said Marlys.

Weighing things up

NABmeeting inGrandRapids

This fall the NationalAdvisory Board metfor two days inGrand Rapids,

Mich., and experienced first-hand wonderful Midwesternhospitality. The meetingsfocused on items of nationalSalvation Army policy andinitiatives and also providedan opportunity for theWestern Michigan andNorthern Indiana Divisionto showcase vital programsand services, including theRay and Joan Kroc CorpsCommunity Center. Abreakfast with communityleaders also was held.“We are honored that the

National Advisory Boardchose to hold their meetingin Grand Rapids,” saidMajor Thomas Bowers,Western Michigan and NorthernIndiana divisional commander.The National Advisory Board

meets three times a year and is com-posed of notable individuals, includ-

ing former First Lady Laura Bush,and Charlotte Anderson, DallasCowboys executive vice presidentand National Advisory Board chair.

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As an adjunct to its AdvisoryBoard, the city coordina-tor’s office in Des Moines,Iowa, has established a

young professionals council toengage upwardly mobile, young pro-fessionals in the Army’s work.“After volunteering with the Army,

it was clear this organization reallydoes help those most in need. I wantto provide as much value as I can indeveloping a group of passionateadvisors, community relationshipbuilders and volunteers,” said ScottWalter, a 27-year-old IT project man-ager for EFCO Corporation. “The for-mation of this council is excitingand filled with opportunities to meetunmet needs and develop untappedgenerosity in our community.”Major David Corliss, city coordina-

tor, said, “The inauguration of ouryoung professionals council enablesus to connect with people on the risein the business world. Involvingthem now in the Army’s work asadvisors and financial supporters will

prepare them for future involve-ment on the board.”Amara Hartley, special events and

volunteer coordinator, assists thecouncil in determining service pro-jects and was instrumental in recruit-ing its members. Critera includedpeople under age 35 in professionalor management positions with adesire to help the less fortunate.Among the young professionals

are an attorney, an IT project man-ager, a director of creative market-ing and a social worker.Christy Ortmann, director of cre-

ative marketing solutions for DesMoines Radio Group, said, “I waslooking for an opportunity to giveback…and make a difference withmy marketing background and manyconnections with local businesses.Attorney Ashleigh O’Connell

added, “One of the greatest gifts wecan give to others and the organiza-tions we support is our time andeffort.”

Advisors for now, futureInspired inOmaha

SHARING OUR SUCCESSES

“Do not neglect to do good and toshare what you have, for such sac-rifices are pleasing to God.”Hebrews 13:16 (ESV)

For 125 years The SalvationArmy has been “doing themost good” in Omaha, andthe results have been life-

changing for those served by one ofour strongest and most enduringnon-profit organizations. Despite his-toric advances in communication,technology, medicine and education,the greatest need continues to beserving those struggling with thehuman condition. What makes TheSalvation Army successful in Omaha?

Programs with PurposePeople who are hungry, abused,

addicted, poor and often forgottenare treated with respect and dignityby staff and volunteers. Our commit-ment to recovery and message offaith separates our programs fromother agencies and, as a result, healsour clients and their families holisti-cally.During every board meeting we

have the privilege to meet someoneaided by a program. Clients boldlyshare their personal stories whichremind us why we’re called to serveand how every donated resourceimpacts another human being. Thispractice drives home our missionand speaks to the possibility withinus all, despite the most trying anddiscouraging circumstances.

Talk of the TownOur local brand is incredibly

strong because of strategic advertis-ing placement, strong media partner-ships and signature fundraisers thatshowcase our programs, tell ourstory and attract new supporters.D. J.’s Heroes, a scholarship lun-

cheon honoring students who have

overcome adversity, features aninspirational celebrity speaker. Thisannual event has grown to be one ofthe state’s largest fundraisers, gener-ating abundant press and communitysupport.Red Kettle Run, a 5K fall event

that generates food pantry items, wasoriginated by a teenage daughter of aboard member and has attracted awhole new generation of supportersof our mission.Our newest event, BaconFest,

attracted new families and donors,providing a memorable festival expe-rience at the Omaha Ray and JoanKroc Corps Community Center andgenerated impressive press coverage.

Engaged LeadershipThe Army effectively matches the

expertise of board members with theneeds of the organization. This effortresults in a highly engaged volunteerboard that’s bringing true value tostaff and clients. Additionally, we’refortunate to have incredibly dedicat-ed and seasoned staff, many withtenures spanning 25 years. The resultis a solid foundation with longstand-ing community partnerships thatcontinue to inspire, innovate and,thankfully, do the most good.

by Mrs. Gail Graeve

Pictured (l-r) are Heather Binkley, Scott Walter, Ashleigh O’Connell, Erin Suchy, AmaraHartley, Christina Graham and Major David Corliss

Commissioner William Roberts, then national comman-der, presents David Mengebier, senior vice president ofConsumers Energy, the William Booth award for the com-pany’s PeopleCare program which over the last 30 yearshas helped more than 340,000 Michigan households.

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Withnew,mean-ingful

lyrics set to thetune, “Happy Trailsto You,” MajorsJames and DianaAmick saluted the“stars” in theirlives—friends, fami-ly and supportersover the years—attheir retirement cel-ebration.The service fea-

tured tributes byrepresentatives ofadvisory boards, corps families, vol-unteers and clergy, plus presenta-tions by the Amicks’ four children—Garrett, Chanin, Jaycie and Kristy—and entertainment from seven grand-children.Major Evie Diaz, Heartland divi-

sional commander, conducted theretirement ceremony as the Amickchildren held the flags. Major LarryThorson made final remarks and pro-nounced the benediction.James and Diana met as cadets

when they entered the College forOfficer Training in 1967 with “TheEvangelists” session. They marriedafter their first year of training, and

James enlisted with the U.S. AirForce, where he served as a chap-lain’s assistant. After James’ honor-able discharge as a staff sergeant in1973, the Amicks returned to com-plete their second year of trainingwith the “Followers of Christ” ses-sion. After being ordained and com-missioned in 1974, they served forthe next 39 years in corps acrossseven divisions. The Amicks werethe Keokuk, Iowa, corps officerswhen they retired.Several of the youth and social

service ministries they startedendured for years, such as Jacob’sLadder in Chicago, Ill., and TheTiger’s Den in Huron, S.D.

Happy trails for AmicksIt’s easier than ever to send Christmas greetings to Centralitesserving in overseas appointments! Whether you know them or not,brighten their day by emailing an encouraging word or sending acard, not only at Christmas but throughout the year!

Majors Curtiss and Sandy HartleyServing in Papua New Guinea

Majors Robert and Rae DoliberServing in Haiti

Captain Dr. Felix and Major Violet EzehServing in Trinidad

Majors Philip and Sheila DavissonServing in Canada

Captains Sergii and Tanya KachanovServing in Canada

Captain Christopher MarquesServing in Japan

Captain Deon and Major Michelle OliverServing in Australia

Commissioners WilliamA. and Nancy L. RobertsServing at International Headquarters

Major Cynthia ShellenbergerServing in Australia

Visit our “Get Connected” website for email and postal addresses.www.usc.salvationarmy.org/getconnected

Send season’s greetings!

by Major Curtiss Hartley

The people of Papua NewGuinea (PNG) laugh abouttheir reputation for being“the land of the unexpected,”

but it lived up to that title forColonels Merle and Dawn Heatwole.Their luggage, instead of arrivingwith them, ended up in Vanuatu—and Dawn was a little perturbed thethree suitcases had gone on vacationwithout her!The Heatwoles had come to PNG

to lead Bible studies at the TerritorialLeaders Conference and to viewsome of the officers’ quarters thathad new metal roofs paid for by theUSA Central Territory.Their luggage finally arrived on

their last full day in the country, butDawn said it was only a tiny nui-

sance that couldn’tcome close to over-shadowing their extra-ordinary visit to PNG.“We went to see

some of the rural vil-lages outside of PortMoresby,” she said.“We saw the humblesurroundings that theofficers are servingin, and yet theyserve with greatjoy. I hope whenwe go back Iwill be remind-ed that when Ithink things aretough, I canremember in agood way whatothers are serv-

ing with or serv-ing without.”In Lepamagana,

a tiny mountainvillage in theSouth EasternDivision, CaptainsBolana and OpiGalata took theHeatwoles through

their tiny two-room house on stilts.There was no furniture, and a solarLED light hung from the ceiling inthe main room. Shiny metal sheetscovered the home to keep out sunand rain. Beneath the house, Dawnwas drawn to the scene of a babysleeping soundly in a net bag servingas a hammock suspended from theeaves.The captains prepared a tiny table

for their guests and shared roastedcorn, kau kau (potato) and paw paw(fruit) from their garden, and freshcoconut milk from nearby trees.Lt. Duffy Botau welcomed the

colonels to the village of Sivitatana,where about two dozen children

played in the yard of theSalvation Army hall. A tinyhouse stood on a hillside acrossfrom the hall, its shiny metalroof seeming out of place in theremote village. A water tank satnext to the house. Beneath gut-tering a white plastic bottlehung as a funnel with a piece ofgreen garden hose suspended to

the tank to catch rain water. Thetank was empty since there hadbeen no rain for several months.Though their stay was short, the

Heatwoles said they won’t be thesame. “The officers singing wasmoving,” Merle said. “They justmade that a part of their worshipthroughout. Whether it was just aregular business meeting or not,they were always singing theirpraise to God.”He was moved, too, by the close-

ness of the relationships heobserved. “There was a real senseof family. It was obvious the offi-cers felt a real connection witheach other but also with their vil-lages and families,” he said.Dawn hopes the trip helps to

raise awareness for giving to WorldServices/Self-Denial. “I think for meit’s just a reminder that even if Ican only give a little bit, my moneycan go so much further overseasthan we can ever begin to think orimagine, and it really does make adifference.”

Pictured (l-r) are Major Evie Diaz, Jaycie Tallon, Garrett Amick,Majors Diana and James Amick, Kristy Riggs and Chanin Ladson

In the land of the unexpected

December Prayer Calendar

Go to www.prayercentralusa.org for prayer updates.

If you follow the prayer calendar in the next year, you will haveread through the Bible!

Day

1 Sunday

2 Monday

3 Tuesday

4Wednesday

5 Thursday

6 Friday

7 Saturday

8 Sunday

9 Monday

10 Tuesday

11Wednesday

12 Thursday

13 Friday

14 Saturday

15 Sunday

16 Monday

17 Tuesday

18Wednesday

19 Thursday

20 Friday

21 Saturday

22 Sunday

23 Monday

24 Tuesday

25Wednesday

26 Thursday

27 Friday

28 Saturday

29 Sunday

30 Monday

31 Tuesday

Bible Reading

Acts 19-20

1 John 3-4

Deuteronomy 13-15

Nehemiah 5-9

Psalms 140-142

Song of Songs 1-2

Revelation 1-6

Acts 21-22

1 John 5

Deuteronomy 16-18

Nehemiah 10-13

Psalms 143-145

Song of Songs 3-4

Revelation 7-11

Acts 23-24

2 John

Deuteronomy 19-21

Esther 1-5

Psalms 146-148

Song of Songs 5-6

Revelation 12-17

Acts 25-26

3 John

Deuteronomy 22-24

Esther 6-10

Psalms 149-150

Song of Songs 7-8

Revelation 18-20

Acts 27-28

Jude

Revelation 21-22

Pray for The Salvation Army

Kansas City Westport Temple,Mo., Corps

DeKalb, Ill., Corps

Jefferson City, Mo., Corps

Jamestown, N.D., Corps

Marshalltown, Iowa, Corps

Lansing Citadel, Mich., Corps

“I’ll Fight” Day

Marinette, Wis., Corps

Omaha, Neb., ARC*

Midland, Mich., Corps

Keokuk, Iowa, Corps

Kokomo, Ind., Corps

Midland DHQ**

Lawrence, Kan., Corps

Des Plaines, Ill., Corps

Joplin, Mo., Corps

Kenya East Territory PIM

Lakewood Temple, Minn., Corps

Mason City, Iowa, Corps

Lansing South, Mich., Corps

Majors Curtiss & Sandra Hartley(Papua New Guinea)

Marquette, Mich., Corps

Chicago Kroc Center, Ill., Corps

Rockford, Ill., ARC*

Thank God for Jesus—Light of the World!

Monroe, Mich., Corps

Macomb, Ill., Corps

Lafayette, Ind., Corps

Leavenworth, Kan., Corps

East Chicago, Ind., Corps

Kirksville, Mo., Corps

* = Adult Rehabilitation Center** = Divisional HeadquartersPIM = Partners in Mission

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My Prayer List

When I pray for another person, I am praying for God to open my eyes sothat I can see that person as God does, and then enter into the stream oflove that God already directs toward that person. —Phillip Yancey

Iwoke up in the ICU[Intensive Care Unit],and I was disoriented.The last thing I

remembered was beinghauled away outside ofthe corps,” said MaryHernandez, who got terri-bly ill during Bible studyat the Oshkosh, Wis.,Corps and was rushed byambulance to the hospi-tal. “I wondered, ‘Am Idying? Am I going tomeet my Maker?’”According to the doc-

tors, she wasn’t expectedto live. She’d had a severereaction to her medication. Coupledwith pneumonia, it was a dire situa-tion, but after 10 days of beingmostly unconscious, Mary miracu-lously woke up.“The nurses were saying that it

had to be a miracle of prayer,”Mary said.During the days Mary had been

unconscious, people from the corpsvisited often. Auxiliary CaptainsDon and Vicky Karl, Oshkosh corpsofficers, led prayers over Mary.“We would talk to Mary and tell

her how much we loved her; wewould hold hands and pray overher,” Don recalled. “We asked forthe Lord’s restoration, that Hewould bring her back to us.”After Mary regained conscious-

ness, she remained in the hospitalanother couple of weeks, and thecorps people continued to visit andpray. “We prayed during ourSunday school, in our worship ser-vice and by the prayer chain,” saidDon.When Mary was released from

the hospital, the neurologist toldher she’d have to relearn a lot ofthings, which could take a year. “Ithink learning to walk again was

one of the most difficult things, but Ijust kept praying and kept pushing,”said Mary. “With all my prayers andthe prayers of my congregation, Iwas up in five weeks!”The Sunday Mary got out of the

hospital she was back at the corpsgrateful to be with those who hadseen her through such a difficulttime. “I know that those prayingwith me and talking to me gave methe encouragement and help I need-ed to get through it,” said Mary.

Amiracle of prayer

This sentiment from Yancey’s bookWhat’s So Amazing About Grace?touched the heart of Lt. ColonelDorothy Smith, territorial ambassadorfor prayer, while recently praying fora friend going through cancer.“Even though she lived far away, it

was a great experience to shareprayers and encouragement with her

through Facebook,” said Dorothy.The importance of prayer can’t be

overstated. Since the June 2009Power Point Summit, our territorialinitiative on prayer has utilizedpoint people in each division andcommand to organize and encour-age prayer efforts and events. Thecurrent prayer point people are:

Major Yaneth Fuqua, Eastern Michigan

Major Miriam Gorton, Heartland

Major Jeff Horn, Indiana

Major Janet Rowland, Kansas/Western Missouri

Major Joyce Gauthier, Metropolitan

Major Gail Aho, Midland

Sherrie Trucker, Northern

Major Barbara Shiels, Western

Major Rebecca Gates, Western Michigan/Northern Indiana

Major Morag Yoder, Wisconsin/Upper Michigan

Major Judy McPherson, Adult Rehabilitation Centers

Major Jesse Collins, College for Officer Training

Major Gloria Stepke, Retired Officers

Mark Bender, Territorial Headquarters

WhenGod’s people pray

Mary Hernandez with her Corps Officer Auxiliary CaptainVicky Karl

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Continued from page 1

Promoted toGloryLt. Colonel Bernard Lodge

Lt. Colonel H.Bernard(Bernie) Lodgewas promotedto Glory onSeptember 7,2013. He was100.Bernie was

born toSalvation Armyofficer parents, Samuel and RosaLodge, in Kokomo, Ind. Dedicated asan infant, he accepted Jesus as hisSavior at age 6 and spent his youthactive in the corps. During high schoolhe became involved in orchestra andradio, then stage work and eventuallyleft the Army.A short time after he married Myrtle

Compton in 1931, she was converted.A year later he re-consecrated his ownlife to God and promised from thatday on the Lord would have his all.Bernie and Myrtle were blessed withfour children: Audrey, Herbert, HenryCabot and Stephen. They served asenvoys in both the Southern andCentral territories before entering

training in Chicago and being com-missioned in 1938.As officers they held seven corps

appointments before spending thenext 12 years in divisional appoint-ments. In 1959 Bernie attended theInternational College for Officers inLondon, England. In 1968 the Lodgeswere appointed as territorial evange-lists, a ministry they loved. Afterretiring in 1977 as the territorial cor-rectional services secretary, he andMyrtle moved to St. Petersburg, Fla.She was promoted to Glory in 1994.Later Bernie married Mrs. Lt.

Colonel Ruth Muter, and togetherthey were active in the corps andcommunity.Bernie was a talented musician

and outstanding volunteer, affection-ately referred to as “Mr. SalvationArmy” in St. Petersburg.He was preceded in death by his

wife, Ruth, and son, Herbert. He issurvived by children AudreyOechsle, Henry Cabot (Loretta),Steve (Cindy); daughter-in-law, Lt.Colonel Nita Lodge; and grandchil-dren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

One of the nation’s pre-mier estate planningevents got even biggerthis year when it was

simulcast free to U.S. troops serv-ing around the world, includingAfghanistan.The 21st annual Salvation Army

Estate & Charitable Gift PlanningInstitute was broadcast live fromMinneapolis to some 30 states and170 U.S. cities and sites, and thisyear to troops at the U.S. Navy JAGCorps stationed in Kabul,Afghanistan.The seminar is a must-attend

event for attorneys, tax profession-als and others in the estate plan-ning industry. Troops who holdthese positions in their civilian livescan get behind on learning new taxlaws and estate strategies that

change while they’re deployed.“Offering this seminar to U.S.

troops arms them with the knowl-edge and the continuing educationrequirements they’ll need to makea smooth transition back into theircivilian jobs,” said event founderDavid Overstake, who leads theNorthern Division’s planned givingdepartment.David arranged the Afghanistan

simulcast at the request of a ser-viceman from Minnesota. “He’s alocal advisor who previouslyattended the event in Minneapolis,”David said. “He called to see if wecould bring the program to him inAfghanistan. We immediately sawthat as a way to serve the bravemen and women serving us over-seas. We were honored to offer thisseminar to them.”

Estate planning goes global

er then encouraged each table togive their opinions on the greatestobstacles to success, as well asopportunities for the future.Considered of high priority wasthe innovation and stretching ofKroc Center programming whilebalancing the importance of bothfinancial margins and ministry.The remaining days of the con-

ference included workshops at thehotel and presentations on bestpractices. The conference conclud-ed with a Kroc Film Festival and apresentation on “First ClassMarketing” by Andrew Berlin,CEO of Berlin Packaging, whichbrought lengthy applause.Commissioner Seiler then gaveclosing remarks and the benedic-tion, signaling a successful close tothe conference.

from other cen-ters, while forothers it was achance to recon-nect and shareoutcomes fromthe past year.Commissioner

Seiler addressedthe CentralTerritory delega-

tion at a dinnerthat evening with a majorannouncement. Steve Bireleywas introduced as the new terri-torial Kroc operations director,providing expertise to both theCentral and Western territories.Having worked at the San Diego

Kroc Center, Steve has been resourc-ing the Western Territory in thiscapacity since 2011. The commission-

mance and welcomed by ChicagoKroc Center Senior Officer MajorDavid Harvey. The 166,000-square-foot center with multifacetedvenues easily accommodated theconference delegates in a variety ofworkshops and plenary sessions.Major John Chamness, formeradministrator of the Coeurd’Alene, Idaho, Kroc Center, pre-sented the Tuesday keynote, talk-ing about the dual mission of theArmy and the “curves” the KrocCenter has provided. He madepoignant remarks regarding howKroc centers adhere to the mis-sion of the Army. “It’s not enoughto teach a child to swim,” he said,“and not to addressthat their greatestneed is discover-ing Jesus Christ.”His currentappointment asthe divisional

commander in theHawaiian and PacificIslands Division alsoincludes a Kroc Center in adeveloping area of Oahu.

Workshops and “func-tion table” lunches pro-vided networkingopportunities. For somedelegates, this was theirfirst opportunity tomeet and share ideaswith their counterparts

orous program evaluation.Over 125 years ago, William

Booth wrote, “If he has lost allheart, and hope, and power to helphimself…[he must] be inspired withhope and have created within himthe ambition to rise; otherwise hewill never get out of the horriblepit.” “Through Pathway of Hopewe have an opportunity to bringbest practices, in casework, pastoralcare and community building thataligns with our mission and bringshope to families that are ready toclimb out of that ‘horrible pit,’” saidMaribeth Swanson.

high level of collaboration fromlocally based organizations andfoundations, as well as the initialresults of Pathway of Hope, sup-port this highly valued recognitionof support from the Endowment.This generous gift from the

Endowment will support the con-tinued implementation of thePathway of Hope, build capacitythrough ongoing training for offi-cers, staff and volunteers, addressour infrastructure needs throughthe development of a client data-base system, and assure thatPathway of Hope undergoes a rig-

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