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territorial newS >> 'Jesus Theatre' supports camp ministries STEPHANY SUAREZ ÓnäÊ/ÀÕLÕÊ-ÌÀiiÌÊUÊ>ÀÌvÀ`]Ê /ÊÊäÈ£äÎ Prudential.comÊUÊ(800) 353–2847 GOOD NEWS! would like to congratulate on 30 years of 'good news!' Volume 28 Number 6 August 2011 Remembering the events of 9/11 by Warren L. Maye 11 hours The First ON THIS 10 TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE HORRIFIC EVENTS OF September 11, 2001, Good News! presents a sam- pling of the many moving testimonies shared by Salvationists who were there. Representative voic- es highlight the shock, horror, compassion, cama- raderie, and determination that many Salvationists felt while serving on the front lines of need during the fi rst 11 hours following the attacks. During that unprecedented time in American history, many of- fi cers, soldiers, and volunteers of The Salvation Army brought spiritual healing and practical help to many fi rst responders. (Please be advised that some descriptions are graphic.) continued on page 4 Commissioning Weekend pp. 8–12 General Linda Bond will make her first official visit to the United States when she speaks during the Proclaimers of the Resurrection session cadet welcome event, starting at 7:25 p.m. Sept. 9 at Centennial Memorial Temple in New York City. And it will be the General's fi rst trip to the territory since she was elected in January. Commissioners R. Steven and Judith A. Hedgren, territorial leaders, will give spir- ited support and guidance. Bond was elected to succeed retiring General Shaw Clifton and comes to the role of General with 42 years of experience in Christian ministry and leadership. General Bond to make fi rst offi cial USA visit by Robert Mitchell The WTC Cross The cross, a fused steel t–joint, which served to support one of the towers before it fell, quickly became a symbol of hope in the midst of disaster. Today, it stands as a monument at the WTC site. 64"&BTUFSO5FSSJUPSJBMXFCTJUFXXX"SNZ$POOFDUJPOTPSHtGood News!0OMJOFXXX4"(PPE/FXTPSHt64"/BUJPOBMXFCTJUFXXX4BMWBUJPO"SNZ64"PSH GOOD NEWS! Volume 29 Number 8 SPECIAL EDITION 2012 Hurricane Sandy Relief Photos by Robert Mitchell They shall come from the east, They shall come from the west, And sit down in the kingdom of God. —General John Gowans O n May 8–10, 2014, the Ter- ritorial Youth Department in conjunction with the Territorial Arts Ministry Bureau (TAM) offered a "Jesus Theatre Workshop" for the ter- ritory's summer camp representatives. "Jesus Theatre" uses the performing arts to creatively present the Gospel. Many camp programs conduct a form of "Jesus theatre" or "Jesus walk." So it was logical for the leaders to share ideas and to learn new ministry techniques. Jesus Theatre often relies on choreo- drama, which is a drama expressed pri- marily through movement. Choreodrama helps staff members, who may perform at different levels in their abilities, to work together successfully. The vision was to have delegates learn a specific piece, return to camp, and then teach it to their respective staff members. The delegates also received tools (scripts, props, costumes lists, music tracks, and a DVD) to help make this vi- sion a reality. Katie Luse, an anointed storyteller, directed the Jesus Theatre production of "Hats" and conducted the related work- shops. She brought the gospel to life in ways that helped each delegate connect with the message. She was intentional about bringing the Word to them in a way that compelled a response. This art form presents a unique and purposeful exploration into the Gospel. Delegates were able to see—through movement—the life of Jesus. For some campers and staff, this was the clearest visual they have ever witnessed. "Forty percent of the kids that go to camp in the Salvation Army's Eastern Territory get saved," said Major Phillip Lloyd, territorial youth secretary. Our camp representatives discovered how great an influence Jesus theaters have on the way campers see, understand, and come to know Christ. This summer when thousands of children and teens attend Camp Sebago, Camp NEOSA, or wherever, they will wit- ness the truth of the Gospel in a unique way that will point them to the Greatest Common Denominator who completes us all—Jesus. —Stephany Suarez is the creative arts director in the PENDEL Division. 14 August 2014