E a s t e r n V i c t o r i a D i v i s i o n N e w s l e t t e r No. 35 Date: 5 Sept.

2012

Dear Friends, I was asked this week, am I a creative person and I quickly responded with the affirmative. For what comes to my mind when I think of being creative is turning my hand to any form of arts and crafts, the ability to make something. When I was informed that my creative flare was required for this front cover of the newsletter this is definitely not what I see as 'being creative'. I don't see my skills in the same light; give me something to make and I can accomplish it at the drop of a hat. Ask me to write, I struggle. For those 15 years as a Corps Officer this was the struggle I faced each week putting words on paper to convey a message of hope, encouragement, direction. 'What did God want these people in this Corps to hear? For me it is far more challenging to come up with a fresh idea, original thought, to pen words that encourage and to evoke a response. I often read other peoples sermons to give me ideas, other peoples devotional messages. Just last week I read these words from an online devotional site and while I can't recall what the scripture reference was about, I had a conversation with God about my contact with people at the up and coming Waverley Car Boot Sale. "He wants us to put our excuses on the shelf and then get ourselves out of the way to fully and faithfully obey Him and His word". 'OK Lord I hear you, help me to step out of my comfort zone and have those meaningful conversations.' From that same devotional message I copied these words down "It is often our pride and our desire for accomplishment that leads us to hide behind half-truths and excuses." While reflecting on my role as Trainer, thinking about the opportunities I have to travel, all the comments people make regarding my training skills - I used these words to ask the Spirit of God to keep me humble and to examine my true motive. So, has it been easy to put these words down, did they come together easily? No! But I am grateful to God that he gave me a starting point, these two quotes from a daily devotional last week. Just as I reflected on them and allowed God to speak to me I invite you to reflect upon them and be open to God's leading.
"He wants us to put our excuses on the shelf and then get ourselves out of the way to fully and faithfully obey Him and His word". "It is often our pride and our desire for accomplishment that leads us to hide behind halftruths and excuses."

Bless You. Christine Pickens

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GENERALS CALL TO PRAYER

As Salvationists around the world gather together for prayer let us be united to pray for the transforming message of Jesus. Pray for each territory The Salvation Army works in, for each Division, for each Corps - that His message brings freedom, hope and life. The Division would like prayer for

Territorial Review Preparation for STUMP Called to be God's People Conversations between Corps and Social Centres in connecting, impacting & discipling.

Lord God, grant that after years of climbing I may not find the mist in my soul has dulled the vision of thy glory. Keep me from the habit of looking for faults, and missing the virtues in others. Forbid that I should be so occupied in taking measure of other lives that I neglect to measure my own. Amen.

PROMOTED TO GLORY
MAJOR JOHN HENDERSON was Promoted to Glory from hospital in Melbourne on Thursday 30 August 2012, at 72 years of age. John was a forthright and energetic officer who was effective in getting things done in a variety of appointments. He was an articulate advocate for The Salvation Army in umbrella organisations to which he was a delegate. Our sympathy and prayers are extended to his wife, Lillian; his children, Heather, Karen and Mark & their partners; and the extended family.

APPOINTMENTS
Effective 6 August 2012 ENVOYS MARIA & ROBERT BAKER - Corps Officers, Georgetown corps, Tasmania Division Effective 13 September 2012 LIEUTENANT KRIS HALLIDAY - Assistant Corps Officer, Perth Fortress Corps/Doorways, Western Australia Division

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DONCASTER CORPS - All Together Celebration Lunch

Friends of Doncaster Salvos, were invited to our first all together lunch & celebration. A great day with around 70 people joining us - celebrating dads with our mainly music families, one year of Familyzone, and loads of other positive things. Paper plane making resulted in a keen competition. On each fold of the plane was something positive to be grateful to our dad, grandad, brother, favourite uncle, positive male role model for teaching us. A day to celebrate!

BOX HILL CHINESE CORPS FATHERS DAY CELEBRATION

About 110 people, young & old, came together to worship and celebrate Fathers Day. It was great to see some unfamiliar faces, the male spouses and busy fathers who dont normally come to church, but happily accepted the churchs invitation for the meeting. It was a great joy to see 13 young children taking part in singing a song which was very much enjoyed and appreciated by everyone present (fathers of the children in particular). Following the meeting, there was a time of fellowship for everyone, especially newcomers, while enjoying a delicious hot meal together.

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SPRINGVALE CORPS
Fathers Day celebration was held last Sunday at Springvale corps and 12 fathers enjoyed their special day. A Scripture reading was presented by two of the young children present and a Fathers card was presented to each father. Breanna Chen was excited and hugged her father during the Fathers day meeting, because Mr. Chen arrived in Melbourne, from China, just one day before. A love feast followed and concluded the joyfulness of Fathers Day.

INTERNATIONAL PROMOTIONS - EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 2012

COLONELS SAMUEL AND BIMLA CHARAN, officers of the India Northern Territory, currently serving as territorial leaders in the India South Western Territory, promoted to the rank of commissioner; Colonel Bimla Charan on 4 September and Colonel Samuel Charan on 5 September, 2012. LIEUT-COLONELS RICHARD AND JANET MUNN, officers of the USA Eastern Territory, promoted to the rank of colonel, effective 4 September, 2012. Lieut-Colonel Richard Munn currently serves as Principal of the International College for Officers and Centre for Spiritual Life Development and as Secretary for International Ecumenical Relations. Lieut-Colonel Janet Munn serves as Associate Principal of the International College for Officers and Centre for Spiritual Life Development, and as Secretary for Spiritual Life Development. LIEUT-COLONEL GEANETTE SEYMOUR, an officer of the Australia Eastern Territory currently serving at International Headquarters as the Director of the International Social Justice Commission, promoted to the rank of colonel, effective 4 September, 2012.

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OFFICERS DAY APART Monday, 17th September 2012 10 AM 2ish @ Rowville corps
We look forward to seeing you on the 17th for the OFFICERS DAY APART. Uniform is not required. This will provide us with an opportunity to share together, & to take some time for our own Spiritual health and encouragement. It is an expectation that Officers attend. If you are unable to do so, please contact Winsome. Child-minding facilities will be available for pre-school age children. Please RSVP to Val Parker by 12th September for catering purposes.

NETWORKING DAYS
Officers (corps & social) + Social Centre Managers + Chaplains Primary purpose is to encourage cross-functional communication between corps and social - and provide a forum for DHQ to communicate new initiatives, relevant business matters. Venue: Doncaster corps - City / Social & Corps 10 AM 2 PM Thursday, 18 October Venue: Cranbourne corps - City / Social & Corps 10 AM 2 PM Wednesday, 24 October Venue: Traralgon corps - Gippsland / Social & Corps 10 AM 2 PM Thursday, 1 November

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IACAC Conference Opening Worship

Salvationists and friends are invited to attend the Opening Worship Event to celebrate the start of the International Association of Civil Aviation Chaplains Conference being held in Melbourne September 16-20, 2012. The Opening Worship will be held at Melbourne Project 614 (City Temple), 69 Bourke Street, Melbourne, Sunday 16th September at 6pm. Guest preacher is 614 Corps Officer Major Brendan Nottle, supported by the members of the Moreland Corps Band (Bandmaster David Harvey), with the Camberwell Worship Band (Ash Knop). All are welcome to join in this unique gathering of airport chaplains from across the globe. For further details contact Major Winton Knop, Melbourne Airport Chaplain on 9297 1488.

Competency Training in Emergency Relief Work The program covers selected units from the Community Services Training Package (CHC08) The Salvation Army Education and Training Services, has pleasure in announcing the presentation of nationally recognised training to TSA staff & volunteers. The program to be offered in Emergency Relief work, is intended to equip people with the skills and knowledge for their work within their environment and the wider community. The program consists of three (3) units, which will be presented in Eastern Victoria Division: September 19th & 20th 2012 Venue: The Salvation Army Ferntree Gully Corps Time: 9am till 4pm To register email: christine.pickens@aus.salvationarmy.org

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Hope for Life Suicide Prevention and Bereavement Support

Thursday 27th & Friday 28th September

Suicide is a real issue facing our nation, and ordinary, everyday people need
to learn the skills and knowledge required to reduce the statistics of suicide. The Living Hope Suicide Bereavement Training Program will give everyday people, skills and confidence to provide support to people bereaved by suicide.

Workshop will be held at The Salvation Army, Dandenong Contact Karen Mitchelhill karen.mitchelhill@aus.salvationarmy.org / phone 8872 6400 As part the awareness week Corps Officers across the Territory will receive information to prompt all Salvationists to develop the skills and confidence to engage with people who may be contemplating suicide, as well as any friends and family who have been bereaved by suicide. You may be aware that The Salvation Army runs a national program called 'Hope for Life' that is funded by the Department for Health and Aging. Hope for Life offers two training programs QPR an online suicide prevention training program and Living Hope, a face to face suicide bereavement training program. The QPR and Living Hope training courses are complementary programs that provide training on how to deal with people contemplating suicide and those who are experiencing suicide bereavement. Information about these free training programs is available on our website http://www.suicideprevention.salvos.org.au/ During the designated week there is an opportunity to raise the profile of the issues of suicide. Hope for Life presents an important ministry for The Salvation Army and as such two designated Sundays are included for corps to encourage people to learn to support people practically and emotionally. THQ have prepared a range of resources to help your Corps and/or Social Centre ministry to support the Salvation Army Suicide Prevention Bereavement Support week:

Designated Sundays: September 9th or September 16th

We would like to encourage all Corps and Social Centres to spend time on one of the designated Sundays, 9th or 16th September 2012, reflecting on the pain experienced by those at risk of suicide as well as the devastating grief and trauma that the bereaved families experience following the loss of a loved one to suicide.

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Do you feel like you'd love to have a better grasp of the Bible? Do you need some inspiration and challenge to get deeper into the Word? How would you like to actually 'get' the major turning points and events in the Bible so that the 66 books of God's story are easier to follow? Have you ever wondered what the story of the Bible is all about - why it's the world's biggest selling book- and how it has inspired and transformed the lives of millions? CAMBERWELL SALVOS is holding a 'Biblical Turning Points' course and welcomes Corps from across the Division to join us. Register NOW for this 8 week (2 hours per week) course which promises to have a transforming impact on your life. Register at: http://www.salvationarmy.org.au/camberwell/biblical_turning_points.asp Cost: $50 Adult (includes course handbook); $40 Concession (students/seniors includes course handbook); $80 Couple (includes single shared course handbook)

More information on the course available at: http://www.salvationarmy.org.au/camberwell & http://biblicalturningpoints.com.au

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The division is encouraging each corps to celebrate SOCIAL SERVICES one Sunday during OCTOBER. Captain Claire Emerton has already forwarded some possible suggestions for Social Services Sunday. This will assist ongoing integration with our corps and social services which is one of the priorities of the Vision & Strategy for Eastern Victoria Division. The division would love to hear back from you about the happenings and outcomes of this day

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Called to be Gods people - Gippsland

Two Day Mental Health First Aid Training

MHFA is a multi-award winning course developed in 2001 by Betty Kitchener & Professor Tony Jorm to improve the mental health literacy of member of the Australian Community. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the help provided to a person developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis, until appropriate professional treatment is received or until the crisis resolves. The program has solid evidence for its effectiveness from randomized controlled trials and qualitative studies. It increases knowledge, reduces stigma and most importantly increases supportive actions.

November 19th & November 20th 2012 9am till 4pm BYO Lunch / Tea & Coffee provided Cost $30 per person Registration: christine.pickens@aus.salvationarmy.org

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ROSEBUD CORPS
Rosebud corps has 8 (6 ft) ROUND TABLE TOPS (no bases available). These are free to anyone who may be able to use them. Contact Jeff Philp, 0417 483 222.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
HR Consultant - Territorial HR Department
The HR Consultant will join our Territorial HR Department, which provides strategic and operational HR support to our 5000 employees and 500 officers across the territory. We are responsible for the development and delivery of contemporary and relevant human resources systems, policies, practices, processes and capabilities that assist in achieving the organisations mission. We are looking for a confident, experienced HR generalist to join our team for an initial 12-month period. Your role will be to provide operational HR support, advice and coaching to our Territorial Headquarters managers and employees (approximately 250 employees) and assist in the implementation of local and Territory-wide HR projects. This is a true generalist role covering the full spectrum of HR matters including IR, performance and people management, organisational and job design, people development, recruitment and some OH&S. You will be working with a dedicated and experienced team in an organisation that puts its values front and centre of everything we do. To be successful in this position we would expect that you have a degree qualification in HR and significant, relevant generalist HR experience. This is a full-time position located at Territorial Headquarters in our modern office in Blackburn. We offer a friendly working environment, flexible working arrangements, undercover parking and our office is close to public transport and all amenities. An attractive salary is offered, with significant salary packaging that enables you to increase your take home pay by reducing your tax liability. For more information about the exciting and meaningful work we do in The Salvation Army visit www.salvationarmy.org.au A position description is available on our website or from Lindsay Hussey on 03 8878 4714, or email lindsay.hussey@aus.salvationarmy.org Applications addressing the position competencies should be sent to: Ms Lindsay Hussey, Human Resources Department, The Salvation Army Territorial Headquarters, PO Box 479, Blackburn, Vic, 3130 Email lindsay.hussey@aus.salvationarmy.org Closing date for applications Sunday 16 September

MAJORS KELVIN & WINSOME MERRETT

Territorial Executive Council 8 13 September @ Collaroy NSW