Newark Salvation Army

03/09/2026

📸 THROWBACK THURSDAY | Memories of Albert Street ❤️💛💙

This week’s Throwback Thursday takes us back to two very special moments in the history and mission of The Salvation Army here in Newark.

Do you remember where you were on Saturday 18th November 1978 at 3pm? We’re here to remind you!

It was the day of the Opening and Dedication of the Hall in Albert Street.

The service was led by Major A. Thompson-Wood, Divisional Commander, supported by Lieutenant-Colonel F. May, Property Secretary, in the presence of the Mayor of Newark, Councillor R. Bird.

The Corps, led by the Commanding Officers Captains Chick and Margaret Yuill, marched through the streets of Newark from the site of the old hall to the new building in Albert Street. Perhaps you were there too? Maybe you were one of the distinguished guests, local Salvationists or friends mentioned in the souvenir brochure – or perhaps you simply remember the excitement of the day!

The opening ceremony included the worship songs Give Us a Day of Wonders, Thy Presence and Thy Glories, Lord, The Salvation Army Chorus, Count Your Blessings and, of course, Steadily March Forward.

Scripture was read by Angela Laverack, and the architect presented the scissors to Major Thompson-Wood to officially declare the building open. The souvenir brochure of the day, even includes a piece of ribbon in Salvation Army colours – red, yellow and blue. We wonder... could this be an actual piece of the ribbon cut on the day?

And as an extra Throwback Thursday treat, we are also sharing a photograph of the invitation to the Thanksgiving Service at Albert Street, held on Sunday 6th September 2009 at 6pm, marking the end of an important chapter before the Corps moved to its new and current home on Mead Way, Balderton.

For many people, Albert Street holds very special memories.

Were you there for the opening in 1978? Did you worship, serve, celebrate or grow up at Albert Street? Do you remember the Thanksgiving Service in 2009 before the move to Mead Way? Have you visited us at our current home, on Mead Way, Balderton?

We would love to hear your stories, memories and reflections. Please share them in the comments – and if you have any photographs or memorabilia from those days, we’d love to see those too!

It is wonderful to look back and give thanks for all that has gone before us. Buildings may change, and locations may move, but our mission remains the same: Loving God and Loving Others.
❤️💛💙 Steadily March Forward!

Standing on the shoulders of giants (George Rutter & Michael Knapton - Corps historians)

02/09/2026

🎶 HUMP DAY HYMNS! 🙌

It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time to pause in the middle of a busy week, lift our hearts, lift our voices, and lift our eyes to God! 🙏✨

This week’s Hump Day Hymn is Goodbye Yesterday by Elevation Rhythm — chosen by one of our amazing Junior Soldiers! ❤️

As so many young people in our church and community begin a brand-new school year, what better reminder could there be than this: a new day means a new opportunity, a fresh start, and a chance to walk forward with God.

The song reminds us:
🎵 “Goodbye yesterday, I’m living in the light of a new day…”

Whatever yesterday looked like — the mistakes, worries, fears, disappointments or struggles — we don’t have to carry them into today. Through Jesus, we are made new! 🙌

As a new school year begins, let's pray for all our children and young people. May they know God is with them in every classroom, every challenge, every friendship and every new beginning.

So turn it up, sing along, and let this be your midweek reminder.

💬 If you have a message of encouragement for the young people in our community beginning a new academic year, you are warmly invited to share it in the comments below. Let's fill this space with positivity, prayer and encouragement! ❤️

Listen here: Goodbye Yesterday by Elevation Rhythm

02/09/2026

🍽️ Community Meal This Friday – Everyone Welcome! 💙

Join us this Friday (4th September) for a delicious home-cooked meal, friendly conversation and great company at The Salvation Army.

This week's menu is:
🐟 Fish, chips and peas
🍮 Followed by blackberry pudding and custard

Whether you're catching up with friends, looking to meet new people, or simply fancy a break from cooking, our Lunch Club is a relaxed and welcoming space for everyone.

With the cost of living continuing to affect so many people, we want to provide an affordable, nourishing meal while bringing our community together.

🚪 Doors open at 11:45am
💙 Suggested donation: £5
📍 The Salvation Army, Mead Way, Balderton, NG24 3GA

Book your place to ensure we have a meal for you:
📞 : 01636 551609
📧 [email protected]

We'd love to welcome you along – and why not bring a friend too? 😊

01/09/2026

01/09/2026

A message from Newark Food Bank 😀

31/08/2026

🎒📚 A Back to School Prayer 🙏

As children and young people return to school and college after the summer holidays, let’s take a moment to pray for them as they begin a new academic year.

Lord, we pray for every child and young person returning to school or college.

We pray that they will feel your presence with them each day. When they are excited, nervous, challenged or unsure, remind them that they are never alone and that you are always with them.

We pray that this year will be filled with opportunities to learn, grow and discover new things. Give them patience when things are difficult, confidence to try new things, and determination to give their best effort.

Bless their friendships. Help them to build positive relationships, to be kind and welcoming to others, and to find friends who encourage, support and care for them.

We pray especially for those starting at a new school or college this year. Be with them as they navigate new places, new faces and new experiences. Give them courage when they feel nervous, confidence when things feel unfamiliar, and people around them who will help them feel welcome and valued. May they know your presence and peace wherever they go.

We also pray for all the teachers and school staff returning for a new academic year. May they too feel God's presence with them as they care for their students and create opportunities for them to learn and flourish. Give them energy, wisdom, patience and compassion, especially on the difficult days. Remind them that the work they do makes a difference.

Lord, watch over our schools and colleges. May they be places where everyone can be safe, learn, grow, belong and thrive, and may your presence be known in classrooms, corridors, playgrounds and staffrooms.

Bless every child, young person, teacher and member of school staff as they begin this new academic year. Go with them, guide them and keep them safe.

Amen. 🙏💛

31/08/2026

☕ Connections Cafe is taking a little break! It will be returning on Tuesday 15th September, 10am-12 ❤️💙💛

Connections Cafe will be closed for the next two Tuesdays as our amazing volunteers take a well-deserved breather after a busy summer.

Over the summer holidays, our volunteers have pulled out all the stops to share the love of God with our community — running Connections Cafe, Toasties Cafe and our regular Prayer Meeting.

They've created a warm, welcoming and engaging space for hundreds of local people. 🙌

A huge thank you to everyone who has volunteered, visited, chatted, shared food and helped make our cafes such a special part of the community. ❤️

📅 Our weekly Prayer Meeting will continue as usual over these two weeks, and everyone is warmly invited to join us:
🕥 Tuesdays at 10:30am

We look forward to welcoming you! 🙏

20/08/2026

Loving God,

Today we pray for all young people as they received their exam results, whatever stage of their journey they may be at.

For those who receive the results they have hoped and prayed for, may they celebrate with joy and gratitude, recognising their gifts and achievements, and remembering to seek You in all that comes next.

For those whose results may not be what they had hoped for, surround them with Your peace and remind them that a set of grades can never define who they are. Their worth is not measured by letters, numbers or certificates, but by the immeasurable love You have for them.

Lord, help every young person to look beyond today's results and see the possibilities that lie ahead. Give them courage to dream, wisdom to make decisions, resilience when things don't go to plan, and confidence to use the gifts and talents You have given them.

Whatever their results, may they know that You walk beside them — in celebration, in disappointment, in uncertainty and in every new beginning.

Thank You for Your patience, Your guidance and Your unfailing love.

Amen. 🙏

Whatever the results, they do not define you. You are loved, you are valued, and your future is full of possibilities. ❤️

20/08/2026

Throwback Thursday: Sally Ann Is Geared for Crisis Help 🚨☕️

For this week’s Throwback Thursday, we’re delving into the archives of Newark Corps and travelling back 36 years to an article in the Newark Advertiser, dated 5th October 1990.

The article tells how The Salvation Army in Newark was preparing to support the emergency services, with an emergency response group ready to provide refreshments at the scene of incidents, comfort those in distress, and offer after-care support.

The initiative was launched at the Corps headquarters in Albert Street, with the group formed from the existing League of Mercy. Members had received training from a fire officer, and a minibus was available to take them to emergencies. The team could also provide clothing and furniture to people affected by house fires.

Pictured in the article are the then Mayor of Newark, Mrs Val Picker, with Major Wendy Young, Mrs Bernice Knowles, Mr Alf Knowles, Major Maurice Young and Captain Maurice Hunt.

When I showed the article to Bernice, she told me that she “may have forgotten some of her training”!

And what’s particularly special is that this work continues today. ❤️

Over the summer, Soldiers and members of our Newark Corps have once again been out supporting the emergency services, manning the emergency vehicle and providing food and refreshments to firefighters tackling wildfires during this summer’s heatwave.

36 years on, the mission remains the same — loving God, serving our community, supporting those in crisis and standing alongside our emergency services. 🙏

And finally, we couldn’t leave out the wonderful second photograph, featuring Bernice and Alwyn (Corps Officer alongside her husband, Harold, between 1995 and 1997) serving hot drinks, aptly titled “Tea for Two”! ☕️

16/08/2026

The children and young people are so important to us at The Salvation Army here in Newark.

Can you share your thoughts 💭 in this survey on what it means for children and young people to participate in the life of The Salvation Army.

Your views might help The Salvation Army's provision and involvement for children and young people right across The Salvation Army United Kingdom and Ireland Territory