Cambridge Salvation Army

Cambridge Salvation Army The official page of The Salvation Army Cambridge Citadel Corps (CAMSA Church). Please note Sally Ann's Charity Shop is open Mon-Fri 10am-5pm

We're a church that believes everybody is welcome, nobody is perfect, and anything is possible! WHO WE ARE:
The Salvation Army is an integral part of the Christian Church, although distinctive in government and practice. The Army’s doctrine follows the mainstream of Christian belief and its articles of faith emphasise God’s saving purposes. Its objects are ‘the advancement of the Christian religio

n…of education, the relief of poverty, and other charitable objects beneficial to society or the community of mankind as a whole.’

WORSHIP:
Salvation Army places of worship are sometimes called ‘citadels’ or ‘temples’, but, whatever their name, they are Christian churches open to the community they serve and offering a warm welcome to all. Our meetings have a relaxed atmosphere and can include hymn singing, Bible readings, testimonies (people talking about their Christian experiences), and presentations by worship groups.

18/08/2026

Are you studying in Cambridge?
Is someone you know coming to Cambridge to study?
You will find a warm welcome from friends at Cambridge Salvation Army.

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GRACE THEN GROWTH EXODUS 19:1-19We were grateful to have Karen Anker lead our meeting today and there was a lovely hubbu...
16/08/2026

GRACE THEN GROWTH
EXODUS 19:1-19

We were grateful to have Karen Anker lead our meeting today and there was a lovely hubbub as we came in, with friends catching up and the usual warmth of being together. But as Karen reminded us right at the beginning, although there are plenty of reasons why we come, first and foremost we are here to praise God, because he is worthy. And there is something powerful about doing that together.

Our theme this morning was “Grace Then Growth”, and Karen took us through Exodus 19, asking us to think about what it means to be saved by God’s grace and then to grow in our relationship with him.

We thought about how unsettled life can sometimes feel. So much around us can seem wobbly and uncertain, from disasters, society and government to the things happening in our own lives. Yet Exodus reminds us that God is completely different from anything else we know. He is holy, majestic and far beyond our understanding.

But this holy God is also the God who saves us by grace. We don’t earn it and we don’t deserve it. And then, having saved us, he gives us a purpose. We are called to be his people, to listen to his word, respond to it and allow him to shape the way we live.

Karen reminded us that there is no growth without responding to God. His grace isn’t the end of the story; it is where our journey begins.

Through prayer, Scripture and plenty of singing, we were reminded again of the amazing grace of a God who takes away our shame, opens heaven to us and invites us to offer our lives back to him.

What a wonderful reason to praise him, together.

It was lovely to welcome visitors again today and if you’d like to join us any Sunday, we’d love to welcome you at 10.30am where everyone is welcome, nobody is perfect, and anything is possible.

CREATIVE ARTS SUMMER CLUB We’d love to remind you about our remaining FREE holiday club at Cambridge Salvation Army this...
16/08/2026

CREATIVE ARTS SUMMER CLUB

We’d love to remind you about our remaining FREE holiday club at Cambridge Salvation Army this summer!

Creative Arts Club
Monday 24th August | 9:30am–11:30am

Come along for a fun morning of brass instruments, singing, arts and crafts, Bible stories and lots of creative activities!

The club is for children aged 5–11 and is completely FREE, but places must be booked in advance.

Please see the attached poster for full details and use the QR code to register, or email [email protected] if you have any questions.

We’d love to see you again this summer!

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NOT ABILITY BUT AVAILABILITY1 Corinthians 1 18-31This morning we were led by Major Paul Cooper and began by thinking abo...
09/08/2026

NOT ABILITY BUT AVAILABILITY
1 Corinthians 1 18-31

This morning we were led by Major Paul Cooper and began by thinking about the world around us and our need for hope. We were reminded through Romans 8 that, even when things feel uncertain, God is ultimately in control. We were also challenged to think about how we can “fill the world with glory” and hope as we sang.

We then had a Celebrity quiz which introduced us to a rather unusual connection between some famous names, from Mozart to Marilyn Monroe. They were all left-handed, which led us into the story of Ehud in Judges 3 who was a left-handed man from the tribe of Benjamin, living at a difficult time for the Israelites. Yet what made him different was something God used for a purpose. His story is only a small part of the Old Testament, but God used him to make a huge difference.

Paul asked us whether we have ever felt like the different one in a situation. Perhaps we’ve felt uncomfortable, looked at strangely or simply wondered whether we have what it takes. But the Bible shows us again and again that God doesn’t work in the way we might expect.

Paul reminded us that this isn’t a new idea. Throughout the Bible, God has chosen people who might not have seemed like the obvious choice. Moses was 80 when God called him. David was still a young boy when Samuel came looking for a king, yet God used him to defeat Goliath. Jesus chose fishermen as some of His first disciples, and shepherds were among the first to hear the news of His birth. Again and again, God shows us that He isn’t looking for the people we might consider the most qualified or important. He is looking for people who are willing to make themselves available.

The message today was was clear. God isn’t looking for perfect people with every skill, talent or qualification. He is looking for people who are willing to say yes.

We were reminded that we can spend so much time thinking about what we can’t do, but when God asks us to serve, our inadequacies don’t have to get in the way. When we make ourselves available to Him, He can use us — and ultimately, when we serve God, people don’t see us, they see Him.

So the challenge this morning was a simple one: What is God asking of you today? And are you willing to say, ‘Here I am, wholly available’?

If you’d like to join us next Sunday – or any Sunday – we’d love to welcome you at 10.30am. Everyone is welcome, nobody is perfect, and anything is possible.

Some of our amazing young people (and not-so-young people!) have been attending Summer Schools over the last few weeks, ...
08/08/2026

Some of our amazing young people (and not-so-young people!) have been attending Summer Schools over the last few weeks, and we’ll be sharing more about all they’ve been getting up to very soon.

But for now, we wanted to share something happening today.

At EYSS, they’ve been stepping out, learning, challenging themselves and looking at the important issue of period poverty — something that affects far too many people.

We’d love you to join us in Wymondham this afternoon for their final celebration and to support all they’ve achieved. And if you’re coming, we’d also love you to bring along any new, unused sanitary products you might have at home. These will be collected to help support those experiencing period poverty.

It’s a simple way we can all play our part, and we’d love to see as many of you there as possible!

ELEMENTS - WATERJohn 4:1-26Major Gary led our worship this morning and we continued our series exploring the elements. O...
02/08/2026

ELEMENTS - WATER
John 4:1-26

Major Gary led our worship this morning and we continued our series exploring the elements.

Our opening song introduced the theme with the words, “Down where the living waters flow.” And during a time of prayer, Gary reflected on the dry, crunchy grass beneath his feet on summer mornings, contrasting it with the cool refreshment that lush green grass brings. He reminded us that throughout Scripture, with over 500 references to water, it is a picture of God’s refreshment, restoration and life. We were invited to write down a single word that described where we longed for God’s refreshment. Words such as dry, parched, pain, desperate and lethargy were written by us all on pieces of paper.

As we sang ‘As the Deer’, Gary reminded us that our soul is the deepest part of who we are, and that true refreshment comes through submitting ourselves to Christ. Throughout the meeting we held onto those words, recognising that Jesus is the only one who can truly meet those deepest needs.

The Bible reading from John 4 took us to the well where Jesus met the Samaritan woman. Gary reflected on the really human picture of Jesus arriving tired and thirsty, yet leaving refreshed because he had fulfilled his Father’s purpose. Water runs through the whole story of Scripture, from creation itself to the invitation of Jesus to receive living water. It is a reminder that while we all experience seasons of spiritual dryness, staying close to the River of Life brings renewal and hope.

We were all invited to take a cup of water. As we drank, or simply touched the cool water to our foreheads, we considered the physical refreshment it brings. Some of us dipped our written words into the water and watched the ink dissolve, a powerful reminder that even in the driest moments of life, God is able to restore, strengthen and transform us when we trust him.

We finished our worship with ‘I Know a Fount’, encouraged by the words, “No one has ever trusted unavailing.” As we left, we were challenged not to be afraid, but to take that step of faith, trusting the One who alone offers living water and lasting refreshment.

Another fabulous Lego club today!5-11 year olds from around our community enjoyed Lego free play, Lego challenges, games...
28/07/2026

Another fabulous Lego club today!
5-11 year olds from around our community enjoyed Lego free play, Lego challenges, games and crafts. This was all based around the bible story of the Prodigal Son.
is was such fun!
Our next event is Creative Arts on Mon 24th August, 9:30-11:30. Don't miss out!

ELEMENTS - EARTH This morning Majors Gary and Lorraine led our worship as we continued our Elements series, this time th...
26/07/2026

ELEMENTS - EARTH

This morning Majors Gary and Lorraine led our worship as we continued our Elements series, this time thinking about Earth.

The meeting began by being reminded that life is full of contrasts. We can stand in awe of a beautiful mountain, a quiet garden or the beach while at the very same time carrying stress, anxiety or heartache. Life is not either one or the other. It is often both. Yet God’s reality does not change because of our circumstances. He is still our rock and the one we can root ourselves in.

The band helped set the tone for worship with beautiful music, including the beautiful arrangement of ‘Prayer Gently Lifts Me’ - ‘From Earths Confusion’ by Trevor Davis. The Songsters later sang the fabulous, ‘Let Everything That Has Breath’. A great reminder that all creation joins together in praising God.

Gary then took us back to the beginning of creation, encouraging us to imagine what there was before God spoke the world into being. Out of chaos came order because that is God’s nature. Creation was not random but a deliberate expression of who He is. We were created by Him and for Him so that we might know Him.

As we reflected on Colossians 1:15 - 23 and Romans 1:20, we were reminded of both the vastness of creation and the incredible truth that the God who made the mountains, oceans and stars also knows each one of us personally. Although creation was damaged by sin, God’s plan of redemption was always part of His purpose, offering hope and reconciliation through Jesus.

The challenge for each of us was not simply to leave with more knowledge, but to spend time reflecting on these truths until they shape the way we live. As we recognise God’s glory in creation, may our response be lives that honour Him, care for His world and the people in it, and turn everyday moments into sacrifices of praise.

We’d love to welcome you any Sunday at 10.30am. Everyone is welcome, nobody is perfect, and anything is possible!

Candidate Ben Broad will be entering the William Booth College in London in September. His official farewell is on Sunda...
23/07/2026

Candidate Ben Broad will be entering the William Booth College in London in September. His official farewell is on Sunday 23rd August at 10:30 am
You would be very welcome to join us as we say farewell to Ben as he moves on to his exciting future, following his calling.

IMMEASURABLY MORE Ephesians 3:16-21Today’s meeting was a special one as it included the the dedication of Jonah and we b...
19/07/2026

IMMEASURABLY MORE
Ephesians 3:16-21

Today’s meeting was a special one as it included the the dedication of Jonah and we began by We began by celebrating what God has done for us, with the words “I want to tell what God has done” accompanied by the band, reminding us of the many ways we see God at work in our lives.

During the prayer time we spent a moment thinking about what is good today, what has been the best thing this year, and ultimately, what is the greatest thing in our whole lives. On days when we are surrounded by family and friends, when the weather is good and life feels full, it can be easy to pause and recognise the goodness and wonder around us. Some people’s lists may be longer than others, but Paul in the Bible wrote about the greatest thing in his life — knowing Jesus. Everything else was subordinate in comparison, using some of the strongest words to describe how much greater this was.

As we moved into the time of dedication, Gary reminded us that when we look into the faces of those we love, it can feel like the greatest love we will ever know. Yet our love for others is an expression of knowing God himself — the one who gives us the love that binds us together.

This was beautifully reflected as we gathered with friends, family and church family to celebrate the dedication of Jonah. It was an important moment as Jonathan and Francesca made a promise before God to give Him the glory and dedicate Jonah back to Him. We celebrated the joy Jonah has brought into their lives and this special moment in their journey as a family.

In Gary’s message, he reminded us how much we like to measure things. Whether it’s the power on his bike, his heart rate, his weight, or the size of something around us, we often use measurements to help us understand and make sense of the world. We can describe something as being three football pitches long or five double-decker buses high, and suddenly we have a picture in our minds.

But when it comes to God’s love, there is no measurement big enough. In Ephesians, Paul gives us a picture of the vastness of God’s love, asking how long, how wide, how high and how deep it is. It is a love that is beyond what we can fully understand or imagine.

Gary shared the words of St Anselm of Canterbury: “God is that, than which nothing greater can be conceived.” In other words, if we can imagine something greater, then it cannot truly be God — because God is beyond all that we can picture.

God is love, and we understand love by experiencing it. We see glimpses of that love in the way parents look at their children, a love that begins in a moment but continues through a lifetime of walking, growing and journeying together. Yet even that incredible love points us towards something greater — the immeasurable love that God has for each one of us.

We are invited to reach out and embrace that love — a love that rescues, restores and changes lives

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