CALL TO PRAYER!
The Salvation Army Call to Prayer for March 25 2010
Following is this week’s list of urgent prayer requests:
Join others around the nation in praying for our nation and our President right now:
“Almighty God and Father, our hearts are weary and torn, and we feel distress in our spirits because we have been through so much in observing the House of Representatives deal contentiously with one another. As a nation we do not desire to be divided; yet as we each consider issues from our own perspectives, we may be in danger of losing Yours. Help us, O Lord to humble ourselves under Your might hand, and then to find confidence in Your sovereignty.”
“Father, Thank You for the United States and its government. I pray for our President, the national and local government, the judges, the policemen, the business leaders and all those who are in leadership positions in the country. Please protect them from the evil that is in the world and keep them safe and free from all harm.
‘You have promised to bless any nation that follows after You. Help us to live quiet and peaceful lives so that we can continue to spread the Good News of the Gospel throughout our land. In Jesus Name, Amen” (From www.presidentialprayerteam. org)
1. Pray for the safety of our soldiers fighting for freedom in Afghanistan. Encourage their families, who also give great personal sacrifices. Comfort those who have lost loved ones.
2. Pray for every Salvation Army leader around the world: For General Shaw and Commissioner Helen Clifton, Commissioners Gaither; each International Leader, Western Territorial leaders; Commissioners Philip and Patricia Swyers, Colonels William and Susan Harfoot, THQ Cabinet and Staff, Divisional Leaders, ARC Officers, Corps Officers, Cadets and Employees. Pray for Commissioners James and Carolyn Knaggs, who will become Western Territorial leaders effective July 1, 2010. God Bless the Salvation Army!
3. Pray for those in need of God’s healing touch: Barbara Johnson of Sedona a possible aneurism, pray for successful treatment and complete healing; For Loretta, of Las Vegas, for successful surgery and healing; Chris, of Bournemouth, England for healing; Larry and Daniel Halverson; John B. healing; for Steve; Mary Kyle; A/Captain Elsie Lantz; Majors John & Patricia Rhemick’s daughter, Kathleen Wreath; Brett & Lorena Strickland; for Jane Brown; Jennifer R and her husband; for Major Dennis and Diana Trimmer; Captain Spousta, awaiting back surgery.
4. Pray for: for Auxiliary Member, Janie Shelton’s, daughter, April, in need of heart and lung transplant and for granddaughter, Abrey, needing medical treatment; for Jackie B.’s daughter-in-law’s mother;; Major Antonio Horta hospital; Marie Henderson, in hospital: Captain Gina Halverson; Major Jennifer Bates; Aubree; for James Shull; for Sheryl Callahan’s mother, Malva Farrell; Major Joe Thompson; Bill and Carol; ARC Staff, Employees, Beneficiaries, Adherents, Volunteers, Donors, and Shoppers, may God bless this program to His Glory!
5. Pray for: Major Cindy Dickinson; for her speedy healing and for husband Major Mike and the children, David, Joshua, and Rebekah: for Lt Loreen Petzing, family emergency; Piet V., of South Africa, asks that we pray for Jeanette and that she will return soon; pray for CS that she will keep her employment; pray for Captain Jack Smith’s, mother; Neil Barrett and family; Pray for Rose Edel, and Chloe, health issues; Harry Sparks; for Kelly; for Maritza D. and her son; for Max, the grandson of Rosemarie and Brian Abernethy; Captain Vera Villanea health issues; Pat Lycan; for Alicia; Burt Stack; Mike and Lisa Schneider; Martin Hunt, Barbara Allen, Dick Wiseman, Lorin & Millie Corlis; for Easter Soli; for Ann; John Boner; Chaplain Michael Lopez; for Jessica that she might be able to have children, for Wanda, healing of her left leg.
6. Pray for Retired officers: Healing for Lt. Colonel Jim Sullivan, who suffered a severe stroke; healing for Major Kay Stoops, receiving intensive care treatments; Major James Fortney, heart tests; Major Jerry Ames; Major Robert Rubin, in hospital; Captain Fenton; Major Erik Sholin, Majors Les & Lois Brooks, Major Bob Smith; Majors Bob & Jean Anderson, health issues; Majors Don and Rachel Bowman’s daughter, DeDe; for Captain Ron McKinney; for Major Ben Meyer; Major Harold Stromberg; Mrs. Lt. Colonel Alice Smith; A/Capt Evelyn Smith; Major Hazel Irby, pneumonia; Majors Jane and John Horgan; Brigadier Izzy Boyington; Major Rusty Tomlinson; and others who have not been well.
7. Pray for thes who are bravely fighting cancer: David Evan’s wife, Wendie, of Portland Rose Center, pray for diagnosis and treatment for bladder cancer; Brigadier Martha Hanson, breast cancer; Captains Eric and Janet Wilkerson aggressive chemotherapy treatment; for Emma and Chuck, treatment for cancer; for Colonel Diane Hogan, new treatments are needed. Pray for Colonel Olin Hogan and Major Colleen Hogan Riley; for Diane Glasco for remission of lymphoma; for Major James Halverson’s brother, Larry Halverson; Doug’s father, stomach cancer; Marie Cauldron; Lynn G; Terry O; Ron, Paul Wolkersdorfor; Robert Lewis; Robert Murayama, Peter Daab’s daughter, Una-Lee of Ocala, Florida; Heidi E., stage 4 cancer; Loraine Hoonout liver cancer; Barbara Taft ; Barbara of Tab Corps; Mr. George Washington of Welch, LA; for Rich Moore’s son-in-law ; for Peggy Simmons: Monica Dove;Capt Vickie Jackson; Cindy Hogman; Brandon Apuan; Joyce (Lobben) Miller; Helga Kenyon; Clarine Reynolds; Sally Schueuer; Lisa Schneider; Edith Mike, Jodie; Tiffany Madsen; Sherry; Vince DiGregorio; Ken Bond; Sam and Mary Sims; Major Dallas Pedersen; Eileen O'Brien; Jacob Galland; Mrs. Captain Sylvia Waldron. Pray for great healing miracles!
8. For the families of those recently bereaved: Thirty-four year old Brian Charles Beaver son of Richard & Karen Beaver, grandson of Majors Richard and Martha passed away in his sleep March 20; for Major Deborah Greene, whose mother Georgia Hubbard was Promoted to Glory on March 21; Georgiana Perazzo, sister of Major Laurie Kirk on March 15; for Major Steve, Jonathan and Aleen Bradley in the Promotion to Glory of Major Sheila Bradley; for the family of Emelly, granddaughter of Majors Carlos and Rosa Rodriquez. May God give each family member and friend a double portion of His love and comfort. (Read Isaiah 57:1&2 NLT)
9. Pray for Southwest Youth Councils “Identity.” And pray for the Alaska Congress. Pray for the Delegates and the speakers, that God would be honored and praised!
10. See Prayer Requests and Praise Reports at: SAPRAYUSW.COM
Mervyn L. Morelock, Lt. Colonel
Territorial Prayer Coordinator
If my people who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land." 2 Ch 7:14
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Friday, March 26, 2010
Red Shield Family 'Palm' Sunday
This coming Sunday is Palm Sunday and the Red Shield Corps will be having it's monthly gathering/lunch after the church service. May the Lord be with Shoshannah (my wife) as she share the Word of God and organize this Sunday's event. May the Lord strengthen her, give her wisdom, and fill her with His Spirit! May those who come be blessed! May those who don't know the Lord in a personal way leave with a seed planted in their hearts to get to know the Lord!
Young Adult Retreat
Please pray for the Young Adult Retreat taking place today through Sunday in Salt Lake City. May the Lord speak to each heart that we may be empowered to draw near to Him and Do His Will. May the Lord be with Captains Rob and Amy Reardons as they share with the group. May all who come leave as changed vessels for the Lord!
Janice Ingram Family
Please continue to pray for the Ingram family! This past Monday, our long time Senior Red Shield Bible Study attendee, Janice Ingram, went to be with the Lord. Her funeral happened today at 11a.m. Her funeral was beautiful! Please continue to pray that the Lord will comfort her family and friends!
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Red Shield Employees
Please lift up Ron L. and Carol's daughter in your prayers. Ron L. is at home recovering from his surgery. May the Lord be with him and help him to recover quickly. Carol's daughter is currently at the hospital and is going through some testing. As of now, the prognosis doesn't look good. May the Lord be with the Doctors as they plan the best treatment. May the Lord give her peace during this difficult time. May the Lord be with Carol as she supports her!
Maj. Deborah G.'s Mom
Georgia H., mother of Major Deborah G. (Salt Lake City, UT) was promoted to Glory on Sunday, March 21, 2010. A memorial service will take place in Yuma , Arizona later in April. Please keep Deborah and the Hubbard family in your prayers during this time of loss. May the Lord comfort this family during this time of grieve. May His Peace fill their home!
Friday, March 19, 2010
Celebrate Major Shiela B. Life
Major Sheila B.
May 18, 1952 –March 10, 2010
“For to me to live is Christ and to die is gain.” Philippians 1:21
Sheila B., courageous Christian; loving mother and wife; inspiring, faithful servant of God; and passionate Salvation Army Officer, was promoted to Glory Wednesday, March 10. She left this world “a legacy of faith, hope, love, and a passion for souls!”, as she exchanged her cross for a crown.
Born Sheila Stewart in Dundee, Scotland, she was an officer for nearly 26 years, and was a first generation Salvationist. She was brought up in the Church of Scotland, but came to the Army through a corps youth group at age 16. She was commissioned as an officer with the Overcomers Session in 1976 and served in three appointments in the British Territory as commanding officer in Shepherd's Bush, West Bromich and Smallthorne (Stoke-on-Trent) in England. Sheila briefly left officership to complete her nursing program when she was introduced to Steve Bradley by a mutual officer friend, then Captain Doug O'Brien, whom Steve was living with at the time.
Sheila’s courtship with Steve began during her first visit to the USA in 1981. Steve came along with the O'Briens to Yosemite to keep Sheila company. In fact, the first time they ever held hands was on a lazy afternoon while lying on the shores of the Merced River in Yosemite Valley. Steve turned to Sheila and asked if she heard a strange sound. After a brief pause, and in her lovely Scottish brogue, she replied "Yes, I doo." When they looked up to identify the source of this unique noise, they saw a man in a rubber raft, fishing hat over his face and fishing line over the side, and a boom box blaring BAGPIPES! It was wonderful harbinger of things to come in their relationship.
Following a long distance courtship, the two were married in January 1983 at the Torrance Corps. She became a licensed nurse in California in 1984 prior to entering the School for Officers Training with Steve. As a cadet spouse she served in the THQ Community Relations Department.
Two of Sheila’s great joys in life came with the birth of her son, Jonathan Stewart B. on May 26, 1985 and the birth of her daughter, Aleen Joy B. on January 19, 1987. She loved being a mother to both of her children and enjoyed even more being able to see them grow into a young man and young woman committed to the Lord.
To Aleen, Sheila was more than a mother, but a best friend, a confidant and the truest example of Christ’s love and light in the world. To Jonathan, Sheila was not only a mother but the person he strives to model his life after, as she was the best example of a Christian life he has ever known.
Sheila lived a Holy life, and was equally comfortable in the presence of kings and commissioners, as well as paupers and pimps, at home or in public. She had a passion for souls, and cared more for others’ comfort than her own. Money and possessions meant very little to her. People, especially her children and husband, mattered most.
She was a gifted vocalist, and enjoyed singing duets with her husband and singing in the Songsters. She was legendary among Cadets for her personal counseling skills, able to discern, “sort out” and be both direct and gracious. It was often said by those who received her counsel, that she “could dress you down, but you always came away thanking her for it.” She was a natural and very capable leader who took on responsibility without being asked, and always finished what she started.
Together they enjoyed corps appointments in Glendale, CA and Seattle Temple, WA; staff assignments at Territorial Headquarters Program Department; the College for Officer Training; and the publications department at National Headquarters where Sheila was the Circulation Manager.
Until her promotion to Glory, Sheila served with Steve on the staff of Southern California Divisional Headquarters , as Associate Divisional Secretary for Program. Majors B. enjoyed a dynamic mission partnership giving leadership while also participating in fellowship, teaching, and worship in the Corps.
Sheila survived breast cancer having had a mastectomy in 1989. In 2004, upon return from the International College for Officers in London, her right arm broke and, after several other bone fractures, she was eventually diagnosed with multiple myeloma. She had a total of three stem cell transplants, two from her own stem cells, and the latest from a donor in November 2008. She returned to work full-time after each of these procedures operating at full-speed in her own indomitable spirit up until her most recent admission to hospital on February 21.
Through it all, Sheila remained resilient, steadfast in her faith, and always genuine in her joyous, encouraging expression of love for God demonstrated in her love for others.
Sheila is survived by her husband, Steve; son, Jonathan, a professional musician and recent graduate California State University Long Beach; daughter, Aleen, a recent graduate of Azusa Pacific University currently employed at Southern California Divisional Headquarters; brother, William Scott, living in Scotland; and several nephews, nieces and cousins.
The Celebration of Life Service for Major Sheila B. will be held on Saturday, March 20, 2010, at 2:00 pm, at Pasadena Tabernacle Corps. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Pasadena Tab Youth Chorus in Sheila's memory.
Judith Smith, Major
Assistant Secretary for Personnel Officer Services
May 18, 1952 –March 10, 2010
“For to me to live is Christ and to die is gain.” Philippians 1:21
Sheila B., courageous Christian; loving mother and wife; inspiring, faithful servant of God; and passionate Salvation Army Officer, was promoted to Glory Wednesday, March 10. She left this world “a legacy of faith, hope, love, and a passion for souls!”, as she exchanged her cross for a crown.
Born Sheila Stewart in Dundee, Scotland, she was an officer for nearly 26 years, and was a first generation Salvationist. She was brought up in the Church of Scotland, but came to the Army through a corps youth group at age 16. She was commissioned as an officer with the Overcomers Session in 1976 and served in three appointments in the British Territory as commanding officer in Shepherd's Bush, West Bromich and Smallthorne (Stoke-on-Trent) in England. Sheila briefly left officership to complete her nursing program when she was introduced to Steve Bradley by a mutual officer friend, then Captain Doug O'Brien, whom Steve was living with at the time.
Sheila’s courtship with Steve began during her first visit to the USA in 1981. Steve came along with the O'Briens to Yosemite to keep Sheila company. In fact, the first time they ever held hands was on a lazy afternoon while lying on the shores of the Merced River in Yosemite Valley. Steve turned to Sheila and asked if she heard a strange sound. After a brief pause, and in her lovely Scottish brogue, she replied "Yes, I doo." When they looked up to identify the source of this unique noise, they saw a man in a rubber raft, fishing hat over his face and fishing line over the side, and a boom box blaring BAGPIPES! It was wonderful harbinger of things to come in their relationship.
Following a long distance courtship, the two were married in January 1983 at the Torrance Corps. She became a licensed nurse in California in 1984 prior to entering the School for Officers Training with Steve. As a cadet spouse she served in the THQ Community Relations Department.
Two of Sheila’s great joys in life came with the birth of her son, Jonathan Stewart B. on May 26, 1985 and the birth of her daughter, Aleen Joy B. on January 19, 1987. She loved being a mother to both of her children and enjoyed even more being able to see them grow into a young man and young woman committed to the Lord.
To Aleen, Sheila was more than a mother, but a best friend, a confidant and the truest example of Christ’s love and light in the world. To Jonathan, Sheila was not only a mother but the person he strives to model his life after, as she was the best example of a Christian life he has ever known.
Sheila lived a Holy life, and was equally comfortable in the presence of kings and commissioners, as well as paupers and pimps, at home or in public. She had a passion for souls, and cared more for others’ comfort than her own. Money and possessions meant very little to her. People, especially her children and husband, mattered most.
She was a gifted vocalist, and enjoyed singing duets with her husband and singing in the Songsters. She was legendary among Cadets for her personal counseling skills, able to discern, “sort out” and be both direct and gracious. It was often said by those who received her counsel, that she “could dress you down, but you always came away thanking her for it.” She was a natural and very capable leader who took on responsibility without being asked, and always finished what she started.
Together they enjoyed corps appointments in Glendale, CA and Seattle Temple, WA; staff assignments at Territorial Headquarters Program Department; the College for Officer Training; and the publications department at National Headquarters where Sheila was the Circulation Manager.
Until her promotion to Glory, Sheila served with Steve on the staff of Southern California Divisional Headquarters , as Associate Divisional Secretary for Program. Majors B. enjoyed a dynamic mission partnership giving leadership while also participating in fellowship, teaching, and worship in the Corps.
Sheila survived breast cancer having had a mastectomy in 1989. In 2004, upon return from the International College for Officers in London, her right arm broke and, after several other bone fractures, she was eventually diagnosed with multiple myeloma. She had a total of three stem cell transplants, two from her own stem cells, and the latest from a donor in November 2008. She returned to work full-time after each of these procedures operating at full-speed in her own indomitable spirit up until her most recent admission to hospital on February 21.
Through it all, Sheila remained resilient, steadfast in her faith, and always genuine in her joyous, encouraging expression of love for God demonstrated in her love for others.
Sheila is survived by her husband, Steve; son, Jonathan, a professional musician and recent graduate California State University Long Beach; daughter, Aleen, a recent graduate of Azusa Pacific University currently employed at Southern California Divisional Headquarters; brother, William Scott, living in Scotland; and several nephews, nieces and cousins.
The Celebration of Life Service for Major Sheila B. will be held on Saturday, March 20, 2010, at 2:00 pm, at Pasadena Tabernacle Corps. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Pasadena Tab Youth Chorus in Sheila's memory.
Judith Smith, Major
Assistant Secretary for Personnel Officer Services
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Commissioners Knaggs - USA West
COMMISSIONERS JAMES AND CAROLYN KNAGGS, officers of the USA Eastern Territory, currently serving as territorial leaders of the Australia Southern Territory, are appointed as territorial leaders of the USA Western Territory. Commissioner James Knaggs is appointed as Territorial Commander, USA Western Territory, and Commissioner Carolyn Knaggs as Territorial President of Women’s Ministries. They will succeed Commissioners Philip and Patricia Swyers who will be retiring from active service.
Monday, March 1, 2010
Lura G.
Please pray for Lura as she is preparing to go to Billings Montana. She will be departing this Saturday (3/6). May the Lord guide her as she finalizes everything here before leaving. May the Lord go before her and prepare her steps. May the Lord bless her as she also will be preparing for her wedding in May to Sam L. May the Lord get all the glory and honor through this upcoming union! Praise the Lord!
Jimmy H.
Please continue to pray for Jimmy. He is going through some difficult time with his health. May the Lord heal and strenghten him! May the Lord guide the Doctors to give him the right treatment. May the Lord comfort his family, as they surround him and support him during this time.
Rose
Please keep Rose in your prayers. Rose is a member of Denver Red Shield Corps. She is currently in the hospital. May the Lord heal and strengthen Rose during this difficult time. May His peace fill her during this time!
Major Sheila B.
This is to update you on Major Sheila B., who had been admitted to Cedars-Sinai Hospital on Sunday, February 21 for testing and observation. Major Sheila B. was transferred to ICU last night. At last report from Major Steve B. she was stabilized, but we wanted you to be aware of her current condition. The family covets your prayers.
Dawn C. Smith
Officer Health Benefits Coordinator
Dawn C. Smith
Officer Health Benefits Coordinator
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