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Vol. 9 / No. 7 Published to Share News & Views at Ottawa Citadel Corps December 31, 2017
THE OTTAWA CITADEL
C*o*n*t*a*c*t
The Ottawa Citadel Contact
A bi-monthly publication of Ottawa Citadel Corps
A Church of The Salvation Army 1350 Walkley Road
Ottawa, ON K1V 6P6 Telephone: 613-731-0165
E-mail: [email protected]
Ottawa Citadel Corps Officers Captains Jeff and Graciela Arkell
Corps Sergeant-Major Linda Colwell
Youth Coordinator
Sonya Wessel
Web Site http://ottawacitadel.com/
Web Master Derek McKinnon
Editor Jim Ferguson
“I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions.” Joel 2:28
Ottawa Citadel family, it was filled with new opportunities and wonderful experiences as God lavished upon us his infinite blessings.
My heart rejoices as I think of God’s goodness and kindness, His mercy and compassion, His forgiveness and grace, His presence and comfort, His patience and provision, His faithfulness and unconditional love. My all overflows with gratitude for my Saviour – our Saviour! It brings to mind the chorus:
All through the years his providence has led me, His abounding goodness has been all my song; All through the years I tell his love and mercy, Singing Ebenezer as the years roll on. SASB #147
As we begin 2018 let us continue to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ; continue to give our all to God; continue to experience His presence and share His love with many.
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” ( Romans 15:13)
From our family to yours, Happy New Year 2018.
Captains Jeff & Graciela Arkell Gabriela, Joshua, Graciela, Josiah
Graciela Arkell (Captain)
A NOTE FROM CAPTAIN GRACIELA’S DESK
Greetings in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ! It is hard to believe that 2017 has drawn to a close. And what a year it has been! For both my family and the
Today’s Smile
ASTRONOMER: When you rearrange the Letters:
MOON STARER
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TALES OF A TRAVELLING TEACHER Anecdotes and experiences from my time as President and CEO of the 240,000- member Canadian Teachers’ Federation (CTF)
(A series by Allan Bacon) On October 26, 1993, Robert Barker and I arrived in Harare, Zimbabwe and were met at the airport by leaders of ZIMTA, the Zimbabwe Teachers’ Union. From the beginning of our visit it was clear that the main topic of discussion as far as ZIMTA was concerned was the request for large sums of money to pay for its new building. Already the availability of money was a major problem in the country, with bank interest rates at 46%. Like their colleagues in other African countries, teachers were poorly paid. As Civil Servants they were very much subject to the whims of government, and already in 1993 salaries were not being paid, causing unrest (a precursor of Phoenix?) As readers will know, inflation in Zimbabwe was to peak in 2008 at 231,150,888%, when the cost of a banana was as much as a house had cost 15 years earlier and prices were adjusted several times a day. The large white-owned farms that were the mainstay of Zimbabwe’s economy were still operational, but all this was to change as whites were dispossessed and driven from the country and the economy collapsed as a ruthless and corrupt Mugabe imposed his dictatorship. We were taken to Meikles Hotel, perhaps the most luxurious in the city, and expensive, as we discovered when we checked out! It was a beautiful hotel and contrasted starkly with the astounding poverty visible everywhere in the streets. I must admit to a sense of guilt, but the accommodation had been arranged for us by ZIMTA. The view from my room window was incredibly spectacular, with boulevards of jacaranda trees in full blossom. A most amusing incident occurred while at Meikles. Late one afternoon I was in my room when there was a knock on the door. On opening it, there paraded into the room a line of five men, the first of them in a full tuxedo, the other four in white shirt, bow tie and black pants and shoes, each of them carrying a wicker basket containing my laundry items. The baskets were laid out on the bed. When I put the clothes away I discovered that every
item had been individually wrapped in cellophane, including each sock. This was something so unexpected in the middle of Africa! Robert and I managed to have quite fruitful discussions with ZIMTA executive members relating to the organization’s Credit Union, the new building, in-service training programmes, increasing membership fees, reorganization and the need for ZIMTA to maintain its independence of the government if at all possible. At the same time, we stressed that ZIMTA should attempt to ensure that it had membership on any committees set up by the Ministry of Education dealing with the professional interests of ZIMTA’s members. None of these were issues that had easy solutions. We also had lengthy discussions regarding Harare as the possible location for the World Congress of Education International. EI had been formed in January 1993 (more about this in a later article) and had 401 member organizations in 172 countries with a total membership of over 30 million teachers and educational workers at school and university levels. Robert and I had been asked by EI to carry out this assessment as to Harare’s suitability for the Congress. Significantly, we did not have any meetings with the Ministry of Education. We did, however, make arrangements for Canadian teachers to visit Zimbabwe in the following summer (1994) to provide in-service training, and promised to provide much needed educational materials from CTF member organizations. After an intense four days we were relieved to board an aircraft en route to Swaziland.
Have You Noticed that Ottawa Citadel’s New Van Has
Been Lettered Including Contact Information?
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In Our Song Book by Ed Wicks
When Jesus was born in the manger The shepherds came thither to see, For the angels proclaimed that a Saviour was born To save a poor sinner like me.
Based on the verse of song # 156 provided above, one could conclude that this song is a Christmas carol. Indeed, some writers and some Officers have characterized it as such. But the song is much, much more than that. In successive verses, major events in the life of Jesus are referenced and always end with the reason for it all - “To save a poor sinner like me”. It can, without reservation, be sung at any time throughout the Christian year. 2. 4. He was wounded for my transgressions, But death and the grave could not hold Him, Acquainted with sorrow was He; He burst them asunder for thee. In the garden he prayed, On the third day He rose,
and sweat great drops of blood, in spite of His foes, To save a poor sinner like me. To save a poor sinner like me 3. 5. He was brought to Pilate for judgment, I'm fighting my passage to Heaven, He was sentenced to hang on a tree. O'er death I shall conqueror be, “It is finished!” He cried, Then to Glory I'll fly,
when He suffered and died and shout through the sky: To save a poor sinner like me. “He saved a poor sinner like me”! Nothing much is known with certainty about the origins of the song, except that it was written in America where two other gospel songs using the title “To save a poor sinner” were also written in roughly the same time period. It was published anonymously by the Salvation Army in The Officer and in The War Cry in 1893 and over the years has undergone many revisions. Lyrics have been modified, some verses dropped and new verses added, but in one form or another the song has withstood the test of time and has appeared in every song book of the Salvation Army since 1899. From the beginning, the song was one of the favourites of the Army’s Founder, General William Booth. It was used frequently in the Founder’s evangelical meetings by Colonel John Lawley in the altar call following the sermons. Often, as the General finished his sermons, he would say “And now, Colonel Lawley will bring you to Jesus”. One reference concludes that the Colonel moved thousands in the General’s meetings while singing To save a poor sinner over and over again. Later in life, when General Booth was no longer able to participate in revival services, he is reported to have remarked “Oh, if I could only hear dear old Lawley sing ‘To save a poor sinner’ and oh if I could only hear him say ‘General, there’s a poor drunkard coming right down from the back of the hall – he’s coming to Jesus’, that would be the sweetest music I could hear”. A resounding testimony indeed for a gem in our song book predicated on the Scripture’s text in 1 Timothy 1:15 (JKV): “This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners”.
WHEN JESUS WAS BORN IN THE MANGER - TO SAVE A POOR SINNER LIKE ME
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BIRTHDAYS: ANNIVERSARIES: FEBRUARY
WORD SEARCH Jo-Anne Droogh
Instructions: The words are found in all directions; vertically, horizontally, diagonally, forward and backward. The letters that remain will make a word or phrase.
ADVENT ANGEL BABY BETHLEHEM BIRTH CAMEL CAMELS CHRIST DONKEY FRANKINCENSE GIFTS GOLD HALLELUJAH HOLY INN JESUS
The Nativity
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
None Repoerted
JANUARY
M D E J O J L Y N T O H T Y T E L S H O S E E E N Y A H E I H O N S W D L C G L I L R K G E G E U O R A E O N B L E N A L P C S R E E H M I A E E O M H L N E P H Y G R A G L K D D T L I J T P S T N N C U I S R E E K H E E H T I A L J N T U B M N O H H R L F V M A G A O D A A R I S D S C I I H S R I O C R M A D V E N T G T E M V V Y F L A W I S E M E N A G A M S O W S T A B L E I R P N S R T S I R H C T X R Y K Z I C Y B A B W V L O V E X V D K Q
(First 26 Letters)
(See Page 7 for Answer)
December 31, 2017 Page 5 WOMEN’S MINISTRIES REPORT
(by Ruth Smith and Irene Briggs)
November 8th marked our Remembrance Service, conducted by Ruth Wright. Guest speaker was Dianne Dinsdale, whose mother, Vicky, was a WAAF in the second World War. After training in the North of England, her posts ranged from teletype operator, to a plotter in the operations room, and directing the RAF in combat with the Luftwaffe. Later, she was assigned to the Secret Service NORAD. Kathy Stewart had memories of the war years and spoke of her husband, David, a pilot in the RAF, posted to Burma to fight against the Japanese. Ruth’s remembrances were mainly after the war in discussion with her father. She was in the Canadian Air Force during peaceful times, but always on the alert and ready to head out, if needed, to guard her country. Other reminiscences by Trinette, Martha and Irmgard followed. We ended by singing many of the “old’’ songs. Irmgard Chiang’s programme on November 15th commemorated the 500th year anniversary of Martin Luther, a Doctor of Theology and an Augustinian monk, who changed the world and sparked the Reformation Age by nailing his 95 Theses to the door of the castle church in Wittenberg, Germany. His theses attacked the prevailing Catholic Church for its corrupt practice of selling ‘’indulgences’’ to absolve sin. Irmgard did a very good presentation including much information.
November 22nd we invited the Women’s Fellowship group from Woodroffe (Bethany Hope) Salvation Army for lunch and a Fashion Show by Alia from Billings Bridge Mall. It was an enjoyable time, meeting again with our friends. We will meet in the Spring on their home turf.
Linda Colwell, our Corps Sergeant Major, was kind enough to share her life story with us on November 29th. She spoke to us first about trusting in God and used the Bible story of Joshua to illustrate her point. (Be strong and courageous Joshua 1: v.9) Linda revealed her life to us through an excellent slide show that spanned her progress through school and university, qualifying her as a registered dietician. After trying out various places of worship, Linda finally found her comfort zone and lifelong dedication to the Lord Jesus at the Salvation Army. As a career, Linda chose the Canadian Air Force. In her time of service, Linda had 16 moves, 26 different jobs, and spent some time in Israel and Egypt. She rose to the level of a Brigadier General with many prestigious awards before retiring in 2010, when she began working for the Salvation Army.
December 6th was our last meeting for this year and we enjoyed a great Christmas lunch, ably coordinated by Ruth Wright, assisted by members of the WF. Table decorations were small wreaths of greenery and beautiful candles, all designed and crafted by Irmgard. A number of people were invited who had been very helpful to us during the year, and we thank them profusely. Rosemary had an interesting article to read to us entitled, "Important Things about Christmas”. Captain Graciela read the story of Jesus’ birth and we by singing Christmas carols.
We wish you all a happy and blessed Christmas time and welcome all women to join us in 2018, every Wednesday at noon, starting on Jan 10. Bring your lunch and share in fellowship.
Part of the fun at the Party was the
“Ugly Sweater Contest”
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SOME RECENT EVENTS
Help Santa Toy Parade – November 18th
Band Ensemble on Float Colin is Ready to Help Out!
Baby – It was COLD Out There!!
Men’s Breakfast – November 26th The first Men’s Breakfast in many years was held.
The turnout was encouraging and the breakfast was delicious! Future breakfast gatherings are
scheduled for January 27th and March 14th.
These Fellows Look to be Reasonably
Awake for a Saturday M
orning! The Canada 150
Theme
Some Photos from November 19th
John Leads the Band in Geoff’s
Absence
Three Pictures of Isabelle, Melissa
and a Very Proud Richard
December 31, 2017 Page 7 ATTENDANCE NUMBERS
-Courtesy – Len Goddard-
UPDATE on
BUILDING ISSUES
Sunday, November 12 = 172 Sunday, November 19 = 130 Sunday, November 26 = 171 Sunday, December 3 = 187 Sunday, December 10 = 143 Sunday, December 17 = 219 Sunday, December 24 = 122 Sunday, December 24th PM = 162
SOLUTION TO WORD SEARCH (page 4)
JOY TO THE WORLD THE LORD IS COME
DID YOU KNOW? David Holland has been busy doing needed repairs
around the building. Here, he is touching up the paint in the
front foyer.
The Building Advisory Committee (BAC) will not be meeting again until Thursday, January 11th, so it is not possible to provide a meaningful summary of recommendations at this time. The following topics will most likely be included in the BAC’s discussions on the 11th however:
• Locating another plumber to address the water leak in the kitchen • Reviewing current maintenance contracts to plot the dates on which they will come
up for renewal and determining which contractors should be changed • Reviewing of the draft Fire and Evacuation Plan and determining the way ahead • Caring for the kitchen, setting rules of access, use and clean-up after use • Planning a process for initiating a renovation and upgrading of the kitchen • Determining responsibility centres for minor repairs such as replacing damaged
ceiling tiles • Update on the purchase and installation of exterior lighting at the rear of the building • Establishing a course of action to evaluate the condition of the roof at the Officers’
quarters • … and a number of other items that will arise by that time
There is some good news to report at this time: The new thermostats have finally been installed in the Sanctuary and, after some significant tweaking and negotiations concerning the billing process, seem now to be working acceptably well.
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With our broad representation of families and individuals from across the world, Ottawa Citadel has much to celebrate on a special day like this. During the service a number of different languages were heard, colourful representative attire was seen and a variety of musical presentations were enjoyed. Following the meeting, a “Taste of the Nations” luncheon was held in the Gym where everyone had the opportunity to sample dishes from around the world and recipes for national foods were shared.
Jessica Leads a Group We Haven’t Heard Before with John on Bass Guitar, Sean and Alyssa
on Cornet, Emma on Keyboard and James on Drums Captain Jeff and Allan
in Natty Attire
An International Quartette A New Songster from “Down Under”
CSM Linda Presents Ottawa Citadel Coins to Mike, Tanya, Sara and Samantha
Guerline Reads Scripture Capts. Jeff & Graciela in Islands Army Attire
Lazare and Georgette in Congregation and Then Lazare Sings
Capt. Graciela Demonstrates
Multi-Tasking Joshua Prays Yet Another Quartette Group Luciano Sings for Us
December 31, 2017 Page 9 … and Now, the Taste of International Foods
Although the guidelines suggested that everyone was to bring just enough food to permit each person to have a taste, in true Ottawa Citadel style, there was a virtual cornucopia of delicious food which left the folks literally stuffed. A good time had by all! Thanks to Lorna and her committee for doing an excellent job of setting this up.
I Suspect We Have Some Jamaican Food Here
So .. . Let’s Dig In! If Ralph and Albert are Here, There Must be Dutch Butter Cake!
An International Buffet! Yet Another Dish. Note the Recipe Cards on the Table
What a Variety of National Attire from Around the World!
Four Ladies from Various Parts of the World Gather for a Photo
Emma in a Beautiful Chinese Dress
Modupe in a Stunning Outfit
December 31, 2017 Page10
Annual Christmas bazaar A COUNTRY BAZAAR
November 18th Every year the members of the Women’s Fellowship supported by a significant number of other Ottawa Citadel folks work hard for months preparing for the annual sale and luncheon. The proceeds from the sale are used to provide financial support for the ministry of the group as well as help for the Corps in meeting needs of the community and the upgrading of the Corps kitchen equipment. Un fortunately, November 18th this year was a stormy day which reduced the turnout and, hence, the money generated by the event. This year the Country Bazaar was able to gross only $2,171.75 which is quite a bit less than other years. Nonetheless, it was an effective outreach to the community and who knows how God will use the contacts made? The pictures following visualize some of the happenings and the people who made them work.
Laila and Kathy at Their
Table Joan has an Interesting
Array of Goods at Her Table Arlene with Her Knitted
Toques Ruth at the Ticket
Table
Irmgard Works on Dolls Top Left: Marthe and Waverly at Baked Goods Bottom Left: Marlene & Irene/Above: The Sale
Top Left: Luncheon Kitchen Team Lower Left: Terri Displays Her Quilts Above: Ruth at Her Nearly-New Table
Lorna Displays Her Knitting and Hand-Crafted Articles for
Sale
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… More from the Country Bazaar
Jo-Anne Serves Tea Armie Minds the Book Table Kath Takes Over the Ticket Table
… and Then, Santa Visited
That Santa was a Busy Man!
Ottawa Citadel’s Women’s Fellowship Wishes Everyone a Merry Christmas and Thanks to All Those Who Braved the Nasty Weather to Support
their Annual Bazaar
December 31, 2017 Page 12
December 3rd – First Sunday of Advent
Platform Decorated for Christmas
Pauline and Allan do Advent Reading Allan Lights the First Candle of
Advent - HOPE
Dedication of Baby Isabelle Marie Simard
Grandmother, Major Robin Corey Leads Gentle Arms of Jesus while Grandfather, Major Gerry Corey
Looks on and Jason Holds the Flag
Extended Corey and Simard Families on the Platform for the
Dedication Sister Bernadette, Jason, Maj. Corey, Father, Richard, Mother Melissa &
Baby Isabelle
Grandparents, Lorna and Brian Maj. Corey Dedicates Isabelle A Kiss of Blessing on the Little One
Maj. Corey Prays for Parents and Corps People to Support Isabelle
Maj. Corey Presents Isabelle to the Congregation
Mommy, Melissa, Sings Solo, Lullaby
December 31, 2017 Page 13 Pictures from Recent Sundays and Special Events
Band Ensemble at Rockcliffe Park Tree
Lighting. Lower Picture Show
s the Presentation of a Cheque from
the Com
munity Association. (Decem
ber 6th)
Mingle & Jingle – December 19th
With Delicious Food, Interesting Company and
Gracious Hosts, Lots of Fun was Had
The Arkell Kids Sing Away in a Manger at the Booth Centre
Sunday, November 26th – Men’s Sunday
These Ladies are Enjoying a Pre-Service Coffee
Gaston Leads the Scripture Reading
Brent and Jessica Play a Beautiful Flugel Horn/Piano Duet, Cornerstone
Brian Shares His Testimony
Drew is Very Animated as He Tells the Children’s Story
Luciano and Dan Teamed Up to Present
an Arrangement of Psalm 23
A/C Major Gary Cooper Presented the Morning’s
Message
December 31, 2017 Page 14 Youth Sunday & Christmas Pageant – December 17th
YOUTH SUNDAY
The Youth Sunday Opened with the Timbrel Brigade – but … Who is that New Member They Have Recruited?
Three New Members of the
Learners Band – Kyle, Sonya and Ava
Cadet Jesse Byers Leads a Song
Nathan on Violin and Emma at the Piano Provide a
Beautiful Treatment to Our Christmas Music – O Come Emmanuel
Tanya Does the Reading for Third Sunday of Advent as Sara Prepares to Light the
Candle of PEACE
Samantha Lights the Candle of JOY as
Mike Reads.
The PAGEANT
Under the direction of Kathy McDormand assisted by Patti Harvey (costumes) David Nku (choreography); Brian, Ann, Sonya and Gbemi helped with rehearsals and our tech team consisted of James and Jorden. The young people began practicing for the 2017 edition of the Ottawa Citadel Christmas Pageant entitled All About that Baby. The young people worked especially hard learning their lines and actions so that, by the time the musical was performed for the congregation, it was a remarkably smooth presentation in which the message was abundantly clear to all. The cast presented an excerpt at the Annual Festival of Carols at Centrepointe Theatre on December 10th and then did the entire performance for residents at the Grace Manor followed by a treat of cookies and hot chocolate.
The Shepherds Appear
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The Christmas Pageant (cont’d)
Enter – a King – All
Smiles Followed by a Shepherd
and One of the Sheep … and a Chorus of Angels
These were Very Orderly Sheep, Indeed although One Seemed to Have an … “Ear-ing” Problem ( d!)
The Angels Continue to Sing the Glorious News in Groups and in Chorus The Announcement is Sung in Solo
This Gives an Idea of the Size of
the Cast The Sheep were into the Choreography!
Well, that took Care of the Ear-ing Problem
The King’s Crown at a Jaunty Angle
Mary is Joined by the Shepherds, Wise Men,
Sheep, et al Entry of the Three Kings
David is Clearly Pleased by the “Action” of the
Young Cast
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Final Shots of the Pageant
Top Left: The Sheep Praise the Baby Jesus Left: Kathy Conducts the Production (Sorry for Fuzzy Quality) Above: The Angels Sing Their Adoration
The Cast Acknowledges the Warm Appreciation of the Congregation of 219.
Well Done, Everyone!
Pictures of Some Other Christmas Time Happenings On December 6th, While One Band Ensemble Played Carols at Rockcliffe Park, This Group Played for Residents at Royal Ottawa Place. (Thanks to Allan Bacon for Arrangements)
SPORTS N
IGHT,
December 2nd
Massed Bands and Songster Brigades on the Stage at Centrepointe
Theatre, December 10th
Jim & Carol Light the Advent Candle: PEACE
Geoff helps Laurie by Turning Pages for the Songster
Accompaniment
Cadet Jesse Byers (at Left) Preaches the
Message: “Worship Works
Wonders”
D E C E M B E R
10th
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A Few More Pictures from December 10th
Melissa Introduces the Children’s Story about Develoiping Endurance in One’s Faith. Braden takes up the Challenge and Perseveres Admirably for several Minutes and then Discovers, “Whew! This is Hard. The
Youngsters Observing those Who Try the Test are Appreciative. Melissa Closes by Praying for the Children.
Pictures from Christmas Eve Sunday
Rosemary & Owen Do the Reading for Fourth
Sunday of Advent: LOVE
Owen Lights the Fourth Candle
CSM Linda Presents Ottawa
Citadel Coins to Lazare, Georgette and Family on Their
Transfer from Windsor
Capt. Graciela Tells a
Christmas Story to Kids
The Ugly Sweater Contest
Wow! That is Quite a Suit, Captain!
Well … That is Certainly a …
Unique Outfit!
CSM Linda, Brian and Ava had the Tough Job of
Selecting a Winner
Here are the Adult Contestants for the Ugly Sweater. Who Would You Have
Chosen?
On the Left, a Couple of Views of
the Junior Contestants and on the Right, a
Marvelous Santa Costume
December 31, 2017 Page 18 The People Page – Sonya Wessel
- by Helen Groh – Your children are in good hands!! Sonya puts her all into what she is doing. She has a Bachelor of Religious Education degree and an advanced diploma in Child and Youth Work to help her along the way. Sonya says, “God’s Plans are Best,’’
and that she has often found that following His plans takes away a lot of life’s pressure. Choosing your own path puts the weight of success and failure on your own shoulders; following God’s path gives a new definition to that success. Sonya has also found that “God is a God of Peace.’’
Sonya learned to play the trombone in primary school but stopped playing about five years ago, so she has lost most of her ability to play well. She had been in a Junior Band in Richmond Hill, but that was a while ago. Since joining Ottawa Citadel, she has joined the Learners’ Band and YP Band. This has been a great opportunity to build some relationships with the as well as to regain some of her skill with the trombone.
When Sonya was 14, she decided to read Habakkuk, which is only three chapters long. This has become one of the most meaningful parts of the Bible for her, as it has helped her through some difficult times in her life.
Her first job was teaching gymnastics. Although this was a secular job, she wore Bible verses on her clothing which often opened conversations. Sonya later worked at Jackson’s Point Camp for three summers and then at Newport Adventure Camp for five summers. This past summer she was on the faculty of “Camp At Home” program, which included spending a week right here in Ottawa. She says children’s lives are changed at camp, and she has been humbled to have had a part in that change.
Sonya’s family has now moved to Collingwood. Good things have happened there. One of her brothers has recovered from some bad things in his life. Her mother who goes to the Salvation Army church in Collingwood drives a school bus. Her step-father helps with the Food Bank there.
Sonya can often be seen walking around the neighbourhood near Ottawa Citadel, since she lives not far away. She says that she is enjoying learning and working at our Salvation Army corps where she serves as our Children and Youth Ministries Co-Ordinator.
We are fortunate and blessed to have Sonya become a soldier at Ottawa Citadel. It is our prayer that she will be able to stay with us and that she will be blessed as she ministers to the young people at Ottawa Citadel. Having a Children and Youth Ministries Co-Ordinator has been a goal at our Corps for years and it is a joy to see the dream fulfilled as Sonya assumes the leadership of that ministry.
JANUARY, 2018 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
31
1 NEW YEAR’S
DAY
2 3 4 5 6
7 Bible Study –
6:15 PM
8 Poss. Legacy Chorus Rehearsal – 7:30 PM
9 * Music Rehearsals
6:30 – 10:00 PM *ENGLISH
CONVERSATION CLASSES
*Bible Study
10 *12:00 Women’s
Fellowship
11 * BAC Mtg. 7:30 PM
*Goddard Bible Study – 7:00 PM
12 13 *SPORTS NITE
*VISIT OF CHIEF SECRETARY – LEADERSHIP
SEMINAR
14 *VISIT OF CHIEF
SECRETARY * Bible Study –
6:15 PM
15 Legacy Brass
Rehearsal – 7:30 PM
16 * Music Rehearsals
6:30 – 10:00 PM *ENGLISH
CONVERSATION CLASSES
*Bible Study
17 *12:00 Women’s
Fellowship
18 Goddard Bible
Study – 7:00 PM
19 20
21 Bible Study –
6:15 PM
22 Legacy Chorus Rehearsal – 7:30 PM
23 * Music Rehearsals
6:30 – 10:00 PM *ENGLISH
CONVERSATION CLASSES
24 *12:00 Women’s
Fellowship
25 Goddard Bible
Study – 7:00 PM
26 27 MESSY CHURCH
28 Bible Study –
6:15 PM
29 Legacy Brass
Rehearsal – 7:30 PM
30 * Music Rehearsals
6:30 – 10:00 PM *ENGLISH
CONVERSATION CLASSES
*Bible Study
31 *12:00 Women’s
Fellowship
1 Goddard Bible
Study – 7:00 PM
2
3 SPORTS NITE
FEBRUARY, 2018 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
28 Bible Study –
6:15 PM
29 Legacy Brass
Rehearsal – 7:30 PM 30 31 1
Goddard Bible Study – 7:00 PM
2
3 SPORTS NITE
4 ‘SOUPER BOWL’
LUNCH * Bible Study –
6:15 PM
5 Legacy Chorus
Rehearsal – 7:30 PM 6 7 8
Goddard Bible Study – 7:00 PM
9 10 WINTER
WEEKEND
11 *WINTER WEEKEND
* Bible Study – 6:15 PM
12 Legacy Brass
Rehearsal – 7:30 PM 13 14
15 Goddard Bible
Study – 7:00 PM
16 17
18 Bible Study –
6:15 PM
19 FAMILY DAY * Legacy Chorus
Rehearsal – 7:30 PM
20 21 22 Goddard Bible
Study – 7:00 PM
23 24
25 *Legacy/Maple
Leaf Brass Concert
* Bible Study – 6:15 PM
26 Legacy Brass
Rehearsal – 7:30 PM 27 28 1
Goddard Bible Study – 7:00 PM
2
3 SPORTS NITE
