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West Midlands Division
United Kingdom Territory The Citadel
Mosley Street,
Burton upon Trent,
Staffordshire, U.K.
Tel. 01283 517116
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Commanding Officers :
Majors Rudi & Lesley Pilsel
Tel. 01283 563627 |
| The Salvation Army opened fire in Burton in 1886
as Corps number 827. |
We are a thriving Corps serving
the town and surrounding community.
we have 112 soldiers and 32 adherents on the roll.
There is a variety of activities going on at our corps, for details of our
Weekly Programme click here.
Everyone is
welcome to join us. You do not have to be a member of the Salvation Army or
wear a uniform.
How to find us in Burton |
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We have been in our present
building since 1948,
Take a
look at our Corps History. |
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To hear the hymn
tune 'Mosley Street' click here
composed by Bramwell Houghton |
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Musical Sections |
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The Senior Band (Brass Band) of
23 members and Songster Brigade (Adult Choir) of 22 members, perform every Sunday during the meetings, to accompany the hymns,
enhance the meetings and bring the message of Our Lord. Throughout the year the Band & Songsters with the
assistance of the Senior Timbrel Group, also perform outside of our place of
worship, at other churches, nursing homes, hospitals, fetes and garden parties etc.
as a form of evangelism.
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| Gems for His
Crown |
broadband
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56K |
When I Survey
(Male Voice) |
broadband
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56K |
| Teach Me |
broadband
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56K |
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recorded by
Burton Band
1988
© Copyright SP&S (Salvationist Publishing &
Supplies) |
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I must not forget to mention the children of
the corps, who have a Young Peoples Band (Brass Band)
of 12 members, A Singing Company (Children's Choir) of 11 members and a Junior
Timbrel Group of 10 members, who perform in their own right during the Sunday
meetings and at outside events, just like the senior sections.
(note :- statistics as of April 2004)
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Mission Statements
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| Mission Statement of
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is an integral part of the universal
Christian Church.
Its message is based on the Bible; its motivation is the love of God as
revealed in Jesus Christ.
Its mission is to proclaim his gospel, to persuade people of all ages to
become his disciples, and to engage in a programme of practical concern
for the needs of humanity.
Its ministry is offered to all, regardless of race, creed, colour, age
or sex.
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| Mission Statement of
Burton Corps The
Burton Citadel Corps of the Salvation Army is a Christian fellowship who
meet to worship God, believing that the Holy Spirit will enable an
individual to grow continually in the faith and use fully their gifts
and talents in his service.
Our aims are :
- to provide both a place for friendship and
worship of God for all regardless of race or circumstances.
- to communicate the gospel of Jesus Christ and to
bring others to acceptance of Jesus as their personal Saviour.
- to provide wherever possible practical help and
understanding to those in need.
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Facilities |
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Wheel chair access ramps to front and rear doors.
Audio Induction Loop Fitted.
Large Print Song Books and Bibles Available.
And disabled toilet facilities. |
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