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In this Issue God and Me
Messy Church
Comedy Hall
Prayers
Finance & Corps Retreat
Flower List
Future Dates
ChristmasVisits
Word Search
Sudoko
Core Groups
Community Update
Community Carol Service
Family & Candle services
Parcel Packing
Welcome In Charity Shop
Retirement & Welcome
Poem
Well here we are, another new year, and for some,
another new start. And on 13th January we’ll be
looking again at our relationship with God as we
share together in Commitment Sunday. Following
on from last year’s theme of Fit 4 Life, this year
we are being encouraged to Go Deeper, using
Ephesians 3:14-19 as the basis.
For the past couple of years, we have focused on
different Spiritual Disciplines to set us up for the
year, but this year throughout January and
February we are going to be going deeper in
prayer – learning more about it, trying it out,
asking the awkward questions of how, why,
where, when. Prayer is the foundation of our
Christian journey as individuals, and could not be
more important for the future of this church.
But it’s not just ourselves we will be thinking of.
February sees the launch of the Self Denial
appeal, when we will be looking at the work of
The Salvation Army around the world and will be
asked to give financially towards it.
So as we think of our spiritual health and our
commitment to God’s work around the world, as
we spend the year Going Deeper with God I pray
that you will be filled to the measure of the
fullness of God, that each of us will have life to
the full. Debbie
Salvat ion Army Woking January/February 2013
F R O M T H E C .O’ S D E S K
T I D I N G S
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God and Me
Just recently I keep seeing a sign
which tells me "To keep calm
and carry on" This is not always
as easy as it may sound. There
are many things that try to hinder
me, distracting thoughts, being in
a hurry, and not paying full at-
tention when God is trying to tell
me something. However I am
aware that God is with me every
moment of every day, His Holy
Spirit is guiding and empowering
me, sometimes in unexpected
ways. For me Bible reading and
prayer times are vital, my best
time for prayer is about 5am
when I can talk to God about the
day ahead and ask Him to help,
guide and give me the energy I
will need for that day. He never
lets me down.
Gill.
More from our new series entitled “God and Me” where members of our
Church Family tell of what God has done for them.
Design for Life A weekend to help you discover God’s design for your life.
Would you like to take a break from your usual routine, reflect on where you’ve been, the people you’ve met, the experiences that have shaped you? Are you wondering about the future and what God might have in store for
you? This is a great weekend where you can do just that.
Whether you are near the beginning of your journey or if you’ve been travelling the same route and want to stop and take a breather, DFL is for you. For more details
please see Debbie or Will. 25th – 27th January 2013 6th – 8th September 2013
7th—9th June 2013
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What an absolute pleasure it is to
have the opportunity to be a part
of something so fun, so fulfilling
and also so messy.
It is such a delight to see, on av-
erage, 30 children & families
coming into this hall to attend
Messy Church and enjoying it so
much. It’s brilliant to see how
much fun they can have as a
group whilst learning about
someone who loves them more
than they could ever know or
understand, this definitely ex-
cites me.
Since I have been here we have
learnt about following Jesus,
Saying sorry, growing with Jesus
and Listening. It is so special
spending this time with the chil-
dren and listening to some of the
stories that they have. Some of
the questions those little ones
have are so challenging at times,
often you have to think about
how to answer them.
I really look forward to spending
next year focusing on stories
from the Bible, which will teach
them about being brave, facing
your fears and how special they
are. It really is an exciting time
and I simply ask that you will
remember Messy Church &
everyone who comes to join us
in your prayers.
Thank you. Sian
Messy Church
Little baby on the hay, soon there'll be another day when nails shall pierce Your hands and feet as You provide our sin's defeat.
Risen Jesus on the throne, we lift our praise to You alone- for You're the gift that we receive the moment that our hearts believe. - Roy Lessin
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Comedy Hall D.O.H.
(Department of Humour)
At the start of the nativity play, five children were to
come on, in order holding cards which spelt H E L L O .
unfortunately, the child with the fifth letter became con-
fused and went on first.
The Christmas message, “Glory to God in the Highest” in
large letters was hanging outside a High street church.
One night a strong wind blew down the letter “e”. Now it
reads, “Glory to God in the High st.”
After Christmas, three children were asked what they had
done on Christmas day. One, the son of a vicar, said that
the family had been to church, then at home had opened
presents and sung a carol. A Roman Catholic boy said he
had been to Mass, opened his presents and sung carols.
A Jewish boy said his father owned a toy factory. They
had visited the factory, looked at the empty shelves and
sang, “What a friend we have in Jesus”.
The Songsters went to sing carols at an old folks home.
After a few carols, the residents were asked if there was
anything they would like. One elderly lady replied, “I
would like to go to bed”.
The curate took his wife to the maternity hospital and
said that he would ring later for news. When he rang lat-
er, he dialled the wrong number and got the County
Cricket Ground. “I brought my wife to your place this
morning, is there any news?” He was surprised to be told:
“Yes, there are seven out and the last two were ducks.
Keep smiling Major Laugh
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Shirlee Green
Dorothy and Jim Henley
Kirsty Jones
Ian and Alison and the GloCon team
Chris and Sandra Hall as they commence their new appointment to
Swindon Gorse Hill.
. . . and also these past members Jenny Dibsdall, Barbara and Hnuna
Other subjects for prayer Teddy Toddlers Group
Drop-in Café
Messy Church
SALT visits
Sunday School team - it's been a great start, full of enthusiasm.
Please continue to pray for the children, that they may really know
God, and for the leaders, stamina!
Please pray for these members of our
church family
PRAYER MEETING
Everyone is invited to join with us on Sunday mornings for
prayers at 10.30 am.
We meet in one of the general purpose rooms and would be
pleased to see as many of you as possible.
God Bless Audrey
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The Christmas period this year
started with the Christmas Fair
when £1106 was raised towards
our funds. This was up £261
from last year, a fantastic
achievement.
Our efforts continued with the
playing of Christmas Carols
from the beginning of December
right up to the Sunday before
Christmas when we appeared on
BBC Radio Surrey for the first
time. As always there was great
appreciation and an amount of
£4,272 was raised, up £123 from
last year. This has been supple-
mented by other donations from
an ever generous general public
of approximately £1000 as well as
just under £500 from Waitrose
from their token scheme. As you
will know, all this helps to fi-
nance the work we do in the com-
munity, including the distribution
of parcels and food vouchers to
the needy at Christmas.
Finally, the Community Carol
Concert raised a record breaking
£706 for the Mayors Charity Ap-
peal, which this year was Mac-
millan Cancer Support.
Andy Stickland Treasurer.
Financial Tidings
Corps Retreat 2013 We are planning a weekend away for the Corps in July:
To facilitate times of worship and prayer together
To provide new spiritual input/direction/stimulation
To encourage interaction between different
members of our church.
To have fun!
As much a rest, as a conference
We have done this a number of times in the past and they
have been very blessed occasions. Look out for more details
very shortly
FLOWER LIST
January
6 Ruth and Gordon
13 Jan Reed
20 Pam Elliot
27 Christine Hadfield
February
3 Jan Howlin
10 Claire Brooks
17 Ruth and Wendy
24 Richard Goff
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FUTURE DATES
January
Sunday 6th 11.00am Morning Worship
Led by Ted and Freda Benneyworth
Sunday 13th 11.00am Morning Worship
Commitment Sunday Led by Cadet Mark Scoulding
Monday 14th 8.00pm Corps Council at Hall
Sunday 20th 11.00am Morning Worship
Sunday 27th 11.00am Morning Worship
Led by Cadet Mark Scoulding
6.00pm Songs of Praise
February
Sunday 3rd 11.00am Morning Worship
Launch of Self Denial Appeal
Monday 4th 8.00pm PCC at 58 Eastmead
Sunday 10th 11.00am Morning Worship
Sunday 17th 11.00am Morning Worship
Sunday 24th 11.00am Morning Worship
Led by Cadet Mark Scoulding
January/February
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Christmas Visits to the Homes
“The Mount”
On Tuesday 27th November we
launched into the first visit in our
busy schedule singing and play-
ing Christmas carols at the care
homes in and around Woking.
We went to "The Mount" in St.
Johns where Joan, who worships
with us every Sunday, resides.
We sang a selection of carols and
some humorous readings went
down very well followed by a
special thought for the evening.
Our visit was much appreciated
by all and we were pleased to
join them for a welcome cup of
tea and home made cakes after-
wards.
Wendy Taylor.
Our second home was to Sheer-
water House. This was the first
time we had visited this home
and we were given a good wel-
come.
The residents were all ready to
join in with the carols, they also
enjoyed the band and particularly
the Songsters.
As usual we enjoyed a cup of tea
or coffee and some refreshments
before we made our way home.
Sheerwater House
Brockhill
On Tuesday evening December
11th the Woking Salvation Army
band and Songsters came to
bring us the Christmas message
under the leadership of Jo. It was
greatly appreciated and enjoyed
by all the residents.
Many thanks for making the time
to come and see us.
Mim
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September/October
Life and Soul Meets at the Church 10.00am
January Friday 11th 25th
February Friday 8th 22nd
Denvale Group Meets at Margi’s 2.30pm
January Thursday 17th
February Thursday 7th 21st
The Nomads Meet at various venues 7.30pm
January Thursday 17th
February Thursday 7th 21st
The Full Monty Meets for breakfast at various venues 9.00am
January Saturday 19th
February To be advised
Calendar Girls Flexible days/times
Contact Rhona 01483 474079 or Margaret 01932 353739
Hearts and Crafts Meets at the Church 7.30pm
January Thursday 10th 24th
February Thursday 14th 28th
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As I type it is a beautiful sunny day
and all is quiet here at the hall, but it
is a deceptive kind of quiet. It is the
deep breathe before the final push
towards Christmas. Yesterday was
the Community Carol Service and
tomorrow is the Slimming World
Christmas party, then the Cameo
party on Wednesday and then the
volunteers Christmas knees up on
Thursday, Bright Sparks party on
Friday. But today all is calm, all is
bright. As I take stock of the last few
weeks I can honestly say it has been
a rollercoaster ride both emotionally
and physically. Peoples generosity
this year has been overwhelming
from the chap who came in with his
winter fuel allowance to the little girl
with some toys that she wanted to
give to other children. All have giv-
en the very most that they can. Peo-
ple have been offering their time to
help, taking holiday from work to
help with the parcel wrapping day.
Acts of huge kindness, all gratefully
received.
Although there still is a lot of Christ-
mas to go, the diary for next year is
as action packed as ever. In January
we will have been here for 5 years,
which seems incredible. We have
come a long way since the opening
of this hall, I'm not just thinking of
activities or programmes which are
now in place, but in friendships, re-
lationships, foundations and links
into the community all of which
have been forged with love, care and
a vision which goes back over the
decades. If anyone were to ask me
what my hopes are for the next year
it would be for courage and bold-
ness in our conversations, to be
brave in tackling the in-justice
which we see around us and if I was
allowed one more it would be to
keep God at the very centre of eve-
rything we do and I know that that
should go without saying, but I think
sometimes amid the busyness it can
be easy to just plough on because
we are a Church and hey that's what
we do.
I would like to wish you a great new
year, a chance to start afresh or to
make resolutions that you will do
your very best to keep at least to the
end of the week or is that just me!
God Bless you,
Jan Howlin
Community Services Managers
update
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It doesn’t seem possible that it’s
26 years since Ted and I led our
first Carol Service in Woking!
Now retired, what a great experi-
ence to have no responsibility,
no worries and just sit back and
enjoy! After an excellent lunch
– thanks Jan, just my sort of
food it was time to get the ‘slap’
on as parents who had come to
support the choir from St An-
drew’s School – Michael Aspel
groupies and regular attendees
began to trickle in! The song-
sters got us off to an excellent
start with ‘Sing Gloria’ and the
easy banter between Michael
Aspel and Pete Stickland set the
mood for the afternoon. Michael
Aspel - who looks so good in the
flesh, gave several humorous
readings adopting various ac-
cents and we’re so glad he didn’t
get asked to do ‘panto’ this year.
Readings by Gervase Phinn are
always so good because they’re
Community Carol Service
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recounting real life
and Michael cer-
tainly conveyed the
humour.
St Andrew’s School
choir, in crisp uni-
forms, presented so
well – even if some
did show how the
wearer had grown –
short blazer sleeves
with large snow
white cuffs or but-
tons and button
holes that barely met! Their
singing, although having to
change their programme slightly
due to illness was delightful, and
well done to the two young la-
dies who sang ‘Baby Jesus’.
The Mayor, Councillor Michael
Smith, who had given us an in-
sight into his exciting mayoral
year proved to be an excellent
wise man when he was roped
into the nativity presentation.
Now nativity presentations al-
ways have various features other
than the story itself – children
and usually red faced parents
somewhere in the audience and
this was no exception. All Star’
presentation gave us everything
– from the little model Mary and
Joseph exploding out of the first
gift to one member of the cast
who surely needs to be chan-
nelled into a school for acrobats
– a very red faced Mum but
many of us were jealous of his
flexibility!
Plenty of carol singing, excel-
lently supported by our band
who have worked tirelessly
throughout December, the
Christmas story clearly read, ‘O
come all ye faithful’ to conclude
with and then we tumbled out in
to the night. A great afternoon,
from lunch to music, to singers,
to acting, to the £706.08 raised
for MacMillan Nurses, the
Mayor’s chosen charity – thanks
everyone – you’ve made one
retired officer very happy!
Freda
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What a wonderful day
of blessings we all re-
ceived as we wor-
shipped together on
Christmas Sunday!
Such a delight in the
morning service as the
children showed us in
their unique way how
they would celebrate
the coming of our Lord
with the theme,
“Superhero”
The Zebedees cheered us with
their presentation, accompany-
ing music with percussion in-
struments as only wee ones can.
Continuing on in the programme
we enjoyed the Bright Sparks
nursery portrayal of the Nativity
with natural youthful enthusi-
asm! All of the leaders are to be
commended for a job well-done!
The evening service with can-
dles aglow, carol singing and
various scripture readings ended
our day with the re-
minder again of the
true meaning of
Christmas, setting the
stage once more for
our acceptance of
God’s Son, Jesus as
Lord and Saviour.
Peace on earth and
Good Will to all men.
Louise
Family and Carols by Candlelight
Services
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Christmas Parcel Packing Day I have been asked to write a few
lines about the Christmas Parcel
Packing Day.
Well what can you say. We start
at 9.30am and away we go, you
look around to see mountains of
toys, books, games, puzzles etc.,
and a wonderful array of soft
toys which melts your heart.
They are so varied and beautiful,
so cuddly one wonders at the
face of the small person opening
the wrapping and finding a love-
ly friend.
Then you turn round to see the
adults presents not so beautiful
but needy and useful and includ-
ing a good selection of tinned
food.
That is what packing day is all
about, one forgets the aching
back and tired wrists and the
wonderful sight of a trolley with
tea and coffee trundling towards
you — what joy!— and the day
has passed so quickly and the
mountains diminished, (until
next year). Oh Yes! Dorothy
Dear Mrs Locke
We want to write to say thank you very much to The Salvation Army
for the gift parcel’s we picked up last week for the residents. They
were very grateful to have a gift to open, and the food will come in
useful for them, as many of them are on a very low income.
We really appreciate your continued support for us, which makes a
big difference to our residents.
Wishing you a Merry Christmas
Yours sincerely
Holly Wilcox Supported Housing Worker
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For a number of years, The Salvation Army has been reaching out to the people of Horsell. During that time, not only are we selling goods at reasonable prices, but we have also been able to help those in need, offer a listening ear, be a support to those who really need it and also give confidence to our volunteers.
Although much more than a money-maker, the shop does provide an important source of income to our Corps, al-lowing us to work in the community here in Woking.
Over recent months several key volunteers have left due to other commitments, gaining employment or moving away, and this has left our volunteer base depleted. So unfortunately over the past couple of months, almost on a weekly basis, there have been days when we have been forced to close early.
Without volunteers, the shop cannot function. We really do need your help. Please consider whether you are able to give just 2 hours a week to help out in this ministry of the Corps. It can be so rewarding, knowing that you are part of a team, working to help those who need it most. Thank you for taking the time to consider this.
Welcome In Charity Shop
Our corps cook book is now available, recipes have
been given by members and friends of Woking
corps. Why not buy one from the coffee shop ?
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The band made a
little bit of history
when they played
carols live on BBC
Radio Surrey on the
Emily Jeffery
breakfast show on
Sunday 23rd
December, here we
are waiting for the
“red light”.
We moved in to our new halls 5 years
ago. Jan Reed saw the opportunity to
start a mother and toddler group and so
“Teddy Toddlers” was born. After only
a few weeks its popularity grew and a
waiting list was created.
Not happy with this Jan took the initia-
tive and started a second group. So for 5
years each Monday during school term
our hall has been heaving with children,
parents and grandparents from 9am till
about 3pm.
Jan has now ‘retired’ and passed the
responsibility to Sian. So we say thank
you for all the contacts you have made
and the fun you have given the children.
Margi has also retired after 20 years of
leading Home League and CAMEO, no
mean achievement, again many contacts
made over all those years.
We wish both Jan and Margi God’s
blessing, and who knows He may have
something else for them to do in the
future.
Retirement
We have been pleased to welcome Ted
and Freda Benneyworth into our fellow-
ship. They retired from their last ap-
pointment at Derby and moved to be
nearer their family.
Freda has taken her place in the Song-
sters and Ted has joined the band.
We are also pleased to welcome Louise
Stickland who has moved from Pentic-
ton, Canada. She married Peter (or did
Peter marry her!) in November last year.
Louise was very busy in the Corps at
Penticton and no doubt will soon get
involved at Woking
Welcome
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Tidings is a special book for our Woking Church
Gives us pages good to read and dates to check and search
The Christmas worship message so very true
We put it into 500 parcels new,
For persons around our district here.
Prayers are given, we believe God’s love has no fear.
Our Woking Mayor shared in Community care,
And our guest Michael Aspel good readings to share.
The annual Cameo Christmas party day.
I accepted Jan’s thanks for my retirement way,
Twenty years leading Home League and Cameo members true
God’s promise in my calling pastoral care to do.
Now we all have a New Year of God’s love to share around
Prayer from our hearts gives a powerful sound.
Strength in our ministry with the Holy Spirits power
Will cover all of God’s promises every single hour.
Happy New Year
Margi