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This page contains archived news and reviews of
the events that
have taken place at Norwich Citadel from April - July 2009.
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First
Saturday with special guests Paul and Fiona Jones - July 4th
The latest
in the series of “First Sunday” meetings took place
on the first
Saturday in July when a Gospel Concert featured Paul Jones and his wife
Fiona Hendley Jones.
Paul’s
career includes being lead singer with Manfred Mann, and the Blues
Band. Millions listen to him on Radio 2, Jazz FM, and on TV he has
hosted talk shows and done everything from Shakespeare to soaps. Fiona
is an accomplished actress and singer, has worked in all areas of show
business, from TV to leading roles at the National Theatre and the
Royal Shakespeare Company.
The
congregation, including a number who do not regularly attend army
events, enjoyed Gospel songs from Paul and Fiona –
“You bring the sun
out”, “Friend in You”, and “The
name of love”. An individual item
–“When love calls you home”, showed Paul
as expert with the harmonica
as in his “Manfred” days.
Paul
and Fiona testified to the power of God in their lives in relating
incidents and experiences from their personal lives, and West end/Show
business careers. They were reliant on God’s ongoing
provision and
guidance, and following a final prayer and blessing invited members of
the congregation to complete prayer cards.
(Bandsman Brian Cushion
06/07/2009)
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Ladies
Fellowship June 2009
Meryl Turner opened our
June Meeting and introduced us to Mr Howard Zelly. Mr Zelly is
the 3rd generation of his family to be a jeweller and has premises in
Fishers Lane just opposite the Citadel. The evening was one of great
interest as Mr Zelly introduced us to Amber, encompassing the subjects
of natural history, geography, geology, history, science, manufacture
and retail. [read
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Amber means antique
resin, and is from the Baltic. Baltic amber is fossil resin
produced by pine trees which grew in Northern Europe about 50 million
years ago. The resin was washed out of the forest floor by large rivers
and transported south towards the sea. In the course of time the resin
was transformed to amber due to processes of polymerisation and
oxidation. It is in this region that 90% of the worlds amber is
found. When man first found the resin it was considered to be
good luck as it was a protective material. From ancient times people
living in the territory used to mine amber. They would inscribe pieces
of amber with their feelings along with nice wishes, put them on
strings, and give as gifts to their loved ones so that they could
accompany them in this or another life."
He explained the process
from mining to the final stages we see in jewelry. The colours
of amber are acieved through cooking. The longer it is cooked the
darker it becomes. Some amber jewelry is made with the byproduct left
after shaping and polishing. This is then compacted, and is known as
pressed amber. This is more workable than natural amber.
In the middle of the
nineteenth century scientists discovered ways to synthesize natural
precious substances and Baltic amber fell prey to falsification.
Nowadays the fake amber (especially inclusions) is widespread. People
who know only a few things about amber could be deceived. The fakes
could be sold as natural amber to them and sometimes for a high price.
Amber is one of the most copied of all gem stones.
Mr Zelly passed around
some beautiful jewelry both real and fake explaining the differences.
Also amber pieces from the Baltic, containing a small insect
(Inclusions) which are highly collectable?
Overall another
interesting and educational evening from a man passionate about his
subject.
Next month David Jessup
will be talking about his travels in South Africa. Tickets are
now on sale from Margaret Myhill for 10th August BBQ priced at
£3.50. For further information
contact Jan Allen on 01508 570011.
(Jan Allen 01/07/2009)
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127th
Corps Anniversary - meetings led by Commissioners Robert and Janet
Street
127th
Corps Anniversary meetings at Norwich Citadel were led by Commissioners
Robert and Janet Street.
Commissioner
Robert Street’s bible message in the Sunday morning meeting
was
around St. Paul’s words on the depth, and width of
God’s
love for us. From the letter to the Ephesians at chapter 3 verses 17-19
the Commissioner urged the congregation to grasp this all encompassing
love.
In
a power point presentation of the international army the Commissioners
told of the army’s world wide work particularly amongst
children.
All
corps music sections participated throughout the day, and in the
evening meeting Mrs Commissioner Janet Street spoke of the open-door of
opportunity given us by God – from Psalm 100 to give thanks
and
praise Him, and from Psalm 24 to claim His boundless resources as our
own.
(Bandsman Brian Cushion
29/06/2009)
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“Sommerfest”
with the Norwich Citadel Band
A
large congregation, including many people who do not attend regularly,
were present at a “Sommerfest” at Norwich Citadel
when the
corps band and the Poringland Singers presented “a feast of
music
to start the summer”.
In
his role as compere, Bandmaster Richard Woodrow gave informed and
helpful comments prior to the band’s contributions. These
included prelude – “Let Everything
Praise”, suite
– “Heart Beat”, “In Good
Company”, and
trombone feature – “When I Survey”, and
Bandsman
David Winch was in fine form in the tenor horn solo “The Old
Rustic Bridge”.
Appropriate
choice of music by the leader of the Poringland Singers, Ian Elliott,
included Schubert’s “Ave Maria” when the
soloist was
Penny Martin, “On Eagles Wings”, “Thank
You for the
Music”, and “You Raise Me Up”.
Band
and singers combined for the evenings concluding items –
“Love Changes Everything”, and “A Gaelic
Blessing” as a benediction.
(Bandsman
Brian Cushion 13/06/2009)
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June First
Sunday meeting with guest speaker former Police
Sergeant Derek Harkness
Guest
speaker at the June “First Sunday” meeting at
Norwich
Citadel was Derek Harkness – a former Police Sergeant with
the Thames River
Police
Introduced
to the congregation by C.O. Major Denis Lomax,
Derek spoke of his career in the 1970’s and 80’s,
and the demands of policing
during those times which required him to work as many as 100 hours of
overtime
each month. During this period – away from his police duties-
he continued an
undisciplined lifestyle which had no Christian influence, and
deteriorated
through work pressures and drink with separation from his family.
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Derek
queried the existence of God in the face of
ramifications of world problems, including terrorism, impinging on his
already
hugely demanding police work, and his own personal problems
Derek’s
infectious sense of humour surfaced when he related
several humorous as well as dangerous incidents during his 17 years
with the
Thames River Police.
An
eventual more moderate lifestyle enabled reconciliation
with his family and his wife Joyce and daughter Ann became Christians.
Derek
was led to consider what happens after death due to
the number of river tragedies he encountered – 100 attempted
suicides and 50
bodies recovered each year. He attended a Bible course and undertook a
thorough
investigation of scripture. At the age of 37 he became aware of the
truth of
Christ’s claims that because God came amongst us we can be
born again, and
through trusting in Him, saved from our sins.
From
this time (20 years ago) Derek entered into a
relationship with God and now affirms that because God is alive in the
world
this relationship is available to all.
An
interesting question and answer session took place after
the challenging message. Musical contributions were made by the senior
and
junior bands and singing company and “First Sunday”
visitors and corps folks
joined Derek for tea and coffee in the William Booth Centre at the
conclusion
of the meeting.
(Bandsman
Brian Cushion 11/06/2009)
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Whitsunday
Meetings led by Territorial Secretary for Programme - Major
Ian Barr
Beautiful
displays of Pentecost Doves positioned on either side of the platform
were admired by congregations attending Whit Sunday meetings at Norwich
Citadel led by Major Ian Barr - Territorial Secretary for Programme.
During the course of
Sunday meetings Major Denis Lomax - C.O. - thanked the corps Flower
Team for the time consuming work in preparing the display as a reminder
of the coming of the Holy Spirit.
(Bandsman
Brian Cushion 11/06/2009)
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Ladies
Fellowship - May
If you
enjoy entertaining with family and friends, you would have found new
inspiration at our May Ladies Fellowship meeting. Members
were invited to make and talk about a favourite dessert for the evening
and we were not disappointed. Ten desserts and puddings
ranging from Phyllis Mapes Rhubarb and Almond Crumble to Diane
England’s Raspberry Brule were on offer. Gill
Burton had difficulty with her choice and so she presented three, Lemon
Trifle, Pineapple Pudding and Toffee Tart. All
scrumptious. Gill explained to the assembled throng
that her first two puddings lost all their calories when served, but
that the third, the Toffee Pudding however, did have a few calories,
well, quite a lot. [read
more / hide]
Most of
the puddings presented are easy to make and relatively inexpensive.
Some can be made well in advance of an event or frozen for use
later. Jo Osborne showed us a variation on the traditional
Bread and Butter Pudding whilst Margaret Myhill had made a very
refreshing and tasty Diabetic Trifle that could be enjoyed by all. Mo
Smale had made a lime cheesecake and we were grateful for her effort as
she had been away all weekend and only arrived home around
midday. But it went to show that a delectable dessert could
be made as quickly as defrosting a tasteless bought
option. For me the piece de resistance
was Meryl Turner’s Tri Chocolate Mousse, consisting of three
lays of white, milk and dark chocolate mousse. To use a contemporary
expression, it was “to die for”. A must
try for all Chocoholics.
All
twenty-eight ladies present on the evening purchased a bowl and spoon
for fifty pence in order to sample for themselves the desserts on the
table. The only draw back to the evening was there
was no double cream to top it all off.
Later in
the year all the recipes will hopefully be published along with some
other well tried and tested favourites. Keep a look out if
you want to impress with some tasty treats.
Dianne
England brought the evenings Epilogue with a reading of Pam
Ayres’s poem, Puddings - A Slice of Nostalgia. We
enjoyed this and it brought back memories of childhood, Spotted Dick,
Suet Duff and Roly Poly Pudding, probably all lost on the younger
generation of mums. A big thanks to all who participated in
the making of another very enjoyable evening.
Next
month we look forward to Mr Zelly, a local man trading in Amber
Jewellery. If you are new to the corps. and want to get to
know folk and enjoy an interesting evening, why not join us, you will
find a warm welcome.
(Jan
Allen May 2009)
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Young
People’s Anniversary Weekend - 10th May
Young People’s
Anniversary Weekend meetings at Norwich Citadel were led by Major Michelle Woodhouse
– Divisional Children’s Officer for the Anglia
Division.
Music from the film
“Superman” introduced the Sunday morning meeting
theme – “With Jesus we can be
incredible”. The Major involved all young people and their
enthusiastic participation transmitted to all present in a challenging
and vital way. [read
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As
Corps Sergeant Major
for the day Eloise Peek gave introductory remarks and corps
announcements in humorous rhyming couplets reminiscent of the
“odd odes” of Cyril Fletcher.
Prayer time was led by
Cameron Johnson and Holly Benson.
The
members of the
Primary Class told of their happiest times as “Going to Pizza
Hut”, “Being with their Family”, and
“Having a Picnic”, and gave happy noisy renderings
of “If you’re happy and you know it”, and
an action poem – “God wants to be with
you”.
Bethany
Frost gave her
testimony and received her Junior Soldiers Bronze Award together with
Harry Peek, Laura Barron, and Sebastian Johnson.
All
present were invited
to join in the “action” chorus –
“Our God is a Great Big God”, and the girl dance
group presented a striking balletic sequence entitled “Here I
am” featuring Gemma Welch and 9 year old Bethany Grimshaw and
choreographed by Gemma.
Young
People’s
Band and Singing Company took part and members of the Sunday School
supported Major Michelle in an interactive bible message story
– “David the Giant Killer”.
The
Sunday evening
congregation were not disappointed in the promise of surprises and
treats as the young people gave evidence of wonderful burgeoning
talents in instrumental, speech, and vocal presentations during the
Sunday evening Praise Party.
In
the absence of meeting
leader Major Michelle Woodhouse Sunday evening proceedings were got
under way by the Y.P.Band, and “Acting C.S.M.”
Eloise Peek. Assistant Y.P.S.M. Heather Mapes promised that Major
Michelle would be present at some stage during the evening.
Careful
preparation and
diligent practice was evident from the excellent contributions of the
young people. Following a thoughtful prayer time led by Dawn
Carr’s Sunday School group Thomas Carr played a trumpet solo
– “Air”, and Sebastian Johnson gave a
vocal solo – “God is Great”.
Y.P.
worker Sarah Frost
chose Psalm 150 as a favourite bible reading because it tells of
various ways of praising God, - particularly through music.
Mark
Woodrow spoke of his
biblical and musical experiences at the territorial music school
through studies around the band music and scripture message of
“Corpus Christi”.
Thomas
Grimshaw played
the euphonium solo – “By Love Compelled”,
Eloise Peek gave a piano solo – “La
Chavaleresque”, Hannah Carr chose and led the congregation in
the singing of “Send the Fire”, and James Morley
played the trombone solo “Panis Angelicus”.
Y.P.
Band and Singing
Company contributions to the Praise Party included “Be
Valiant”, and “Count your Blessings”. The
Singing Company were again joined by friends to form “Singing
Company and Friends United” to sing
“Do-Re-Mi” from “The Sound of
Music”.
Cousins
Grace and Bethany
Frost sang a duet – “Tomorrow” from the
show “Annie”, and Laura and Hollie Barron presented
a poem – “Mr Nobody”
Major
Michelle eventually
appeared in the guise of a circus clown named
“Wobnair”!, and led a final party game in which
young people and congregation were invited to attempt plate spinning.
Young
People’s
Sergeant Major Sophia Grimshaw thanked all contributors to the Sunday
worship and following Major Michelle’s brief bible message
and prayer the younger girls of the Singing Company sang “A
simple prayer.
(Bandsman
Brian Cushion 14/05/2009)
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Easter
Weekend
with Lieut. Colonels Richard and Janet Munn - 10th-12th April
In the Good
Friday morning meeting Lieut. Colonel Janet Munn brought a meditation
“Truly and Properly Man” and gave a powerful
speech/dance scripture
presentation around the words from Isaiah 52 and Philippians 2. Acted
out beneath a stark cross and amongst flowing red silk which extended
from the foot of the cross down the entire length of the tiered
platform, to represent the events of Good Friday, the presentation had
added poignancy. [read
more /hide]
Corps junior and senior music sections took part
and Alexander Gibson was the vocal soloist in the songsters’
contribution “Arms Open Wide”. Several members of
the large
congregation knelt in acts of re-dedication following Major Denis Lomax
(C.O.) mercy seat invitation. Following the morning meeting a mid-day
march of witness and open-air meeting took place in the busy city
centre shopping area.
An
Easter celebration entitled “Above All” took place
on the Saturday
evening of Easter Week-end when Peterborough Songsters and
“Festival
Brass” were the visitors. Both sections were conducted by
Songster
Leader Julian Bright who led proceedings with exuberance and flair.
A
rousing introductory sequence included “Come Follow the
Band” an up
tempo presentation of “Ask”, and Peterborough
Songsters with a bright
rendition of “This Little Light”
Major Denis Lomax welcomed and
introduced the visiting sections to the capacity congregation which was
involved in proceedings throughout the evening under the vital
leadership of the Songster Leader. Combined congregation and visiting
section participation included a “clapping
sequence” devised for the
congregation to the music of “William Tell”.
The fourteen
members of Festival Brass contributed the Festival March
“Praise”, the
army classic “Army of the Brave”, and a powerful
message through some
fine playing in the music of “I’ll Walk With
God”. A reflective
sequence in the second half of the programme included Songster
contributions, “I Love You Lord”, and “We
Saw Love”, and Festival Brass
with the trombone feature “From That Sacred Hill”
Lieut. Colonel
Richard Munn looked forward to Christ’s victory on Easter
Morning in
his short Bible address, and the evening concluded appropriately with
the songsters confidently asserting “Jesus What a
Saviour”, and
Festival Brass with the title music for the evening, “Above
All”.
All
participants were applauded warmly at the conclusion of the
evening’s
music making when careful preparation and integration, including use of
audio and visual effects was evident
throughout.
On
Easter Day flowers were in abundance - arrangements on the Holiness
table and mercy seat with further displays including a glorious floral
cross in the front entrance area.
Visitors holidaying with family
and friends were among the large Easter Sunday congregations. The
Sunday morning meeting commenced with the Easter Hymn, and Lieut.
Colonel Richard Munn’s powerful Bible address –
“Truly and Properly
God” emphasised the indestructibility of a life and faith
founded on
“Christ Crucified”. The songsters helpful
contributions were “Never
Before and Never Again”, and as a benediction
“Great Great Morning”.
During the singing of the final song – “Crown Him
With Many Crowns”
Sunday School children marched through the hall to proudly parade their
Easter banners and flags along the front of the platform.
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A
mid-day March of Witness took place to the city centre where shoppers
at a “French Market” stopped to listen to the
Open-Air meeting.
Y.
P. Band and Singing Company took part throughout the day and the senior
band’s contribution in the Sunday evening meeting was
“Easter Glory”.
Lieut. Colonel Janet Munn gave a speech/dance scripture presentation
based on the words of Revelation Chapter 1, and her Bible address was
entitled –“Christ the Victor”.
Major Denis Lomax thanked all
contributors to the celebratory week-end and Lieut. Colonels Richard
and Janet Munn for their ministry – particularly in the
specially
moving and sprit filled Good Friday morning meeting.
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(Bandsman
Brian Cushion 13/04/2009)
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Ladies
Fellowship - 6th April
Most of us enjoy watching the wild birds that come into our gardens and
surrounding areas. The bird feeding industry has grown and
developed over the years and many of us buy specialised feeders and
bird boxes to attract the various species. Maybe you have invested in
birdbaths and a good pair of binoculars. Our guests for the
April Ladies Fellowship were into birds in a big way. Meryl Turner
introduced us to Tim and Tina Elmar whose interest and hobby of wild
life and especially Falconry has led them to set up Out On A Wing
Falconry. Based in Norfolk, OOAWF aims to provide a mix of
first class entertainment and information along with preservation and
education. Tim’s interest started over fifteen years ago and
his respect and love for the birds they keep became evident from the
start of his talk when he became very emotional, telling us about the
death, just before Christmas, of Baya. the hooded Vulture. After
several years under the vet fighting Septic Arthritis, they had decided
to have him put down, and Tim is still coming to terms with the loss. [read
more / hide]
Tim told us a little about the History of
Falconry, invented over
4000 years ago by the Chinese for catching food. Falconry
became very
popular among the nobility and spread all over the world.
Out On
A Wing Falconry, first came to light in 2002 when after helping out at
various centres throughout East Anglia, Tim and Tina decided to go on
their own. A couple of years later, Clive and Chris from the Raptor
Trust started to come along when not doing shows for the Trust. A
friendship formed with Tim and Tina helping the Trust as much as they
can. Tim and Tina have now become active members of The Raptor Trust
helping with the collection of injured and lost birds (wild and
captive) and presenting shows. The very evening they came to us they
had been involved in the rescue of a Kestrel.
Going from
strength to strength, Out On A Wing Falconry tries to mix entertainment
with learning, and with over 60 years experience between them they hope
to teach the children to understand the beauty and fascination of birds
of prey. Hopefully they will want to learn and interact with wildlife
and will preserve wildlife for the future.
The wonderful thing
about this evening was the birds themselves. We where introduced first
to a Falcon, then a Barn Owl and European Owl. Tim told us about the
difference in hunting, habitat, breeding etc. between the birds. He
also dispelled some popular myths about the Owls. It was amazing to see
them up close and to be able to gently stroke their feathers.
We were
also introduced to an African Spotted Eagle Owl.
Altogether,
they brought eight birds to show us. All of the birds are captive bred
and are registered with DEFRA. Each one receives the best possible
food, accommodation and veterinary care. Their training and management
includes an element of weight control (each bird has an ideal "flying"
weight). The birds have to be well nourished, well muscled, fit and
healthy to be able to fly well. The aim is to turn the birds out as
athletes - fit, healthy and ready for anything!
As usual, I
could write reams about what was a very enjoyable and informative
evening. I can only urge you to come along to our fellowship
and find
out for yourself what a varied programme we provide. So much
better
than watching theses things on the TV.
Pam Took thanked Tim and Tina on the fellowships behalf for coming
along and giving us such a wonderful experience.
Margaret
Myhill brought us a fitting epilogue with a reading from Luke
12,
vs24. Consider the ravens: they do not sow or reap; they have no
storeroom or barn, yet God feeds them. And how much more valuable you
are than birds! And vs6 Are not five sparrows sold
for two pennies?
Yet not one of them is forgotten by God.
On May 11th 2009 The
Ladies fellowship meeting will be presenting Puddings Galore.
For the
cost of 50p, ladies will be invited to sample a variety of tasty
desserts which will be presented by the people who have made them. If
you have a favourite pudding that you would like to share with us,
please speak to Jan Allen (01508 570011) or any member of the planning
committee. We hope to publish recipes for sale later in the
year. As
speakers are becoming increasingly more expensive and we have tried to
keep membership subs to a minimum please support our in-house evenings
such as this one. Please help us to make this evening a success.
Special Thanks this month goes to Mo Smale who organised and sponsored
the evening with Out On A Wing Falconry.
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(Jan
Allen March 2009)
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