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Army supporters challenged to be agents for change
Continued from page 1 NAB chair and executive vice-president of the Dallas Cowboys Charlotte Jones-Anderson and Asbury University, accepted by the president, Dr. Sandra C. Grey.
But the highest award presented was given to Dr. Bobby Lyle, long time advisory board member from Dallas, Texas. Presented the Army’ s highest honor for non-Salvationists, Dr. Lyle received the Order of Distinguished Auxiliary Service. Not only did Dr. Lyle give outstanding service to the Dallas Metro Advisory Board, but to the NAB as well, in particular spearheading the board’ s revitalization by heading up the strategic planning initiative.
The USA Western Territory provided a stellar presentation on Saturday night featuring musical forces as well as interpretive dance. In his challenge at the conclusion of the program, General Cox said,“ It was God who called The Salvation Army into being and entrusted it with a mission. We have seen so many( video) testimonies of God at work in people’ s lives. God is intervening in the world, even amid the chaos because he wants all to experience change and transformation. And God expects us to be part of the process – not spectators sitting by watching things happen.”
The closing meeting of the NAOC transformed the convention center from a meeting place to a holy place.“ God waits to break into our experience, to change our minds, our hearts, our ways here and now,” said Commissioner Jeffrey as the meeting opened.
Burke gave his personal witness. The National Advisory Board chairman shared how he keeps
Cadets of the USA Western Territory participated in Saturday evening’ s musical program.
spiritually fit.“ I run on God’ s grace, his love, his Word. I use a checklist with the word FLOPS: Fear of the Lord, love God, obey his commandments, prayer, serve and share. Serving without sharing is nothing but empty calories.”
Commissioner Cox in her testimony noted,“ I need the same transforming power as those who are addicted. The good news is also for us. We can access the same God, experience the same power. This is not something that we have only read about – we have seen it.”
Later General Cox brought the morning message.“ Never has there been a time when people were more engrossed with communicating, but who is really listening? The virtual environment cannot replace looking someone in the eye, talking directly to them
Rackets up in Naples
The Naples, Florida, Corps recently hosted its 12th annual tennis tournament and silent auction, Rackets Up! The exciting fundraising event benefits The Salvation Army’ s child care center and was a good time for players, spectators and staff. Held at the Arthur Allen Tennis Center at Cambier Park, Rackets Up! gave players of all levels the opportunity to enjoy a fun day of friendly competition, leading to final championship matches at Center Court to determine the best male and female player.( Left) Robin Wendell, donor cultivation manager is shown with the winners of the men’ s and women’ s divisions.
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and knowing that they listen. God must also get frustrated with us because he keeps talking, but do we listen? He speaks through nature, through experiences and other people, and of course, through his Word. But he has spoken most clearly to us through Jesus. When God sent Jesus, he gave us a clear example of how to order and live our lives.
“ But it’ s never been harder to listen to Jesus. Yet he continues to speak to us through all the days of our lives. The fact is, we are always in the presence of God. Our problem is that we are not aware of him.” In the closing moments of the meeting it was evident that many were listening as scores of people streamed to the Mercy Seat provided in front. It proved in the truest sense that when we meet with God we can expect change.
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Volunteer / resource development coordinator Venice Florida The Venice Corps seeks an experienced volunteer / resource development coordinator to direct the work of volunteers, ensuring ample staff to meet program needs; prepare records and reports; coordinate a public relations strategy to educate the Martin County community regarding the mission, program and services available through The Salvation Army. Contact Captain Scott Hoover( Scott _ Hoover @ uss. salvationarmy. org).
Corps youth director Fort Walton Beach, Florida The Fort Walton Beach Corps has an opening for a corps youth director to coordinate educational, recreational and spiritual development activities, events and trips for the children and young adults at the corps; maintain a positive relationship with the children, youth and their parents; and provide Christian leadership in order to encourage their spiritual development. Contact Lieutenant Camilo Rojas( Camilo _ Rojas @ uss. salvationarmy. org.