Santa Clara Clarion

Wow! So much time has passed since my last newsletter - I apologize for this! Please enjoy the videos of the Women's Retreat and Encore! There are great things happening - the best part is being part of and serving with the family of God.

We are also very happy to share that we are staying in Santa Clara for at least another year. The officer moves came out on May 1st and our names were not on the list! Please pray for those who will be moving in June to another ministry that God has ordained. Moving is always hard.

Major Shoshannah

Please join us today after church for a youth spaghetti fundraiser. The Graduation Potluck is pushed back to June 9 to celebrate 8th grade promotions, high school and college graduates.

As you know, our youth participated in the Divisional Encore Competition two weeks ago and they did great!! Not only did they represent Santa Clara and God wonderfully, they even advanced to compete at the next level. Please help support their spaghetti meal to get them to Southern California to compete. The meal will consist of salad, spaghetti, delicious bread, and dessert. $7 for adults, $4 for 11 and under. Drinks and fudge will also be sold.

As this fundraiser will be held instead of our normal potluck after church, no one will be turned away for not having money. However, we ask that those able to give, please give generously - maybe even sponsoring those who are short. Forgot your money? Can't make it? We'll gladly take I.O.U.s, check, cash, VENMO, and extra donations! :) We thank you in advance for your help!

As a reminder, these are our Divisional Encore results:

Brianda - Piano 1 - 1st place

Brianda - Vocal 1 - 1st place

Drama A - 1st place (Azzie, Brianda, Brooklyn, Savannah)

Ella - Vocal 2 - 1st Place

JJ - Vocal 3 - 1st Place

Savannah - Monologue A - 2nd Place

Singing Company - 1st Place (Azzie, Brianda, Brooklyn, Brynne, Ella, Jj, Keyanni, Kiara, Savannah)

Timbrels A - 1st place (Azzie, Brianda, Brooklyn, Ella, Keyanni, Kiara, Savannah)

About WMI

The Western Music Institute or WMI is a 9-day music and creative arts training institute held annually by The Salvation Army USA Western Territory. WMI has a history of training quality music and creative arts leaders.

With delegates ranging in age from 14 to 25, WMI is designed to enhance students’ musical abilities and help them discover ways to use their talents to further the Kingdom of God.

Major Tracks include:

• Brass Band (brass / percussion)
• Dance
• Drama / Theater
• Vocal
• Worship Teams

In addition to participating in one of the above majors, delegates also participate in choirs and in the elective of their choice. With nearly a dozen electives to choose from, each delegate is sure to have a great time.

Visit https://www.usamusicwest.org/wmi2024/ to find the application and more information.

See you at WMI.

The Salvation Army

USA Western Territory Music Department

WWW - https://www.usamusicwest.org

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/USWMusic

If you know any children from the age of 7 - 16 years old. We highly recommend that you send them to the beautiful Redwood Glen camp for one or two weeks that they qualify for. We are blessed to be one of the corps who receives financial help to send kids to camp. Each week of camp full of great meals, fun activities, chapels, making friends, and being safe and engaged in the summer is valued at $300 per camper. Our Santa Clara office even drive the kids to/from the camp for your convenience. The kids we get to send only have to pay a registration fee of $50. This is a wonderful deal for such a LIFE CHANGING experience. Please click on the Camp Interest Form Button to see more information and please spread the word.

I am so excited to announce that I have the opportunity to serve APU this year in the Dominican Republic! I will be leading the team this year, which I am very excited about!

My team and I will be in the Dominican Republic from May 6th to June 4th, serving alongside Kids Alive International. My team has the opportunity to serve in Kids Alive schools throughout our time in the Dominican Republic, serving lower-income children and families. We will participate in teaching English, AWANA, math, art classes, sports ministry, various projects, and so much more. I am ecstatic to take this opportunity to serve the kingdom of God.

I cannot do this alone, so I would love it if you could consider partnering with me in prayer for my team, the trip, and Kids Alive; that would be amazing! Also, would you consider partnering with me financially? This trip is $3550, and I am confident the Lord will provide for me and my team to be confident in our YES to the Dominican Republic. There are two ways you can support me and my team financially! There is a link in my Instagram bio, and you can also click the link below, which will take you to the page where you can donate! You can also Venmo me at @Oscar-Sanchez-526. Your prayers and donations mean the world to me, and I could not have done this without you and your continuous support and love!

I have also attached some graphics below for you to share with your friends and your churches. It would mean a lot to me if you could spread the word to everyone and let them know about this amazing opportunity and how they can support it!

https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/GETeamSum/OscarSanchez

If you have any questions or want to know more about this trip, please feel free to contact me, and I would be happy to chat with you! Thank you again and again for your support in every way!

Blessings,

Oscar Sanchez

Although the Congress event is two months away, the registration is unfortunately closed. We pray that those who haven't registered will be able to join another year.

For those who have registered - this is a reminder of the things to look forward to:

• Date: June 13-16, 2024
• Location: Pasadena Convention Center
• Theme: Testify!
• Visiting Leaders: General Lyndsay and Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham
• Mission Statement/Scripture: Teach, Train and Motivate Salvationists to tell the Story of Jesus more often, and to more people, through words and actions. “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” (1 Peter 3:15)
• ARC Command will be receiving their own travel subsidy for current beneficiaries. Those who have graduated and attend your corps can be included in your non-officer counts.
• 5 meals covered by your registration payment.

Ordination and Commissioning

The Ordination and Commissioning ceremonies will take place as part of the Friday night opening celebration session of the Congress, with the appointments being given out in the final meeting on Sunday afternoon. What an exciting way to start the Congress!

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Sunday:

• 9:30 AM Sunday School for Youth and Adults
• 10:30 AM Worship service
• 11:00 AM Junior Church
• 12:30 PM Potluck & Fellowship (3rd Sunday unless scheduled otherwise)

Wednesday:

Illuminate Youth Schedule

• 4:00 PM Troops Youth Character Building Program
• 5:00 PM Music Instruction: Singing, Timbrels, Drumming, Solo Practice
• 6:30 PM Dinner for All
• 7:15 PM Adult Bible Study/Youth Drama

Friday:

• 5:00 PM Teen Youth Group (Monthly - Dates vary)

• 7:00 PM Women's Fellowship - Ladies Night Out (Monthly - Dates vary)

Email: shoshannah.ruwethin@usw.salvationarmy.org
Website: siliconvalley.salvationarmy.org
Location: 3090 Homestead Road, Santa Clara, CA, USA
Phone: 408.247.4588
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TSASantaClaraChurch