About Us
About Us
The Salvation Army began in 1865 as the East London Christian Mission. As so many of those to whom they brought the message of the bible were out of work and destitute, The Salvation Army became involved in helping those in need to get back on their feet. This two-fold purpose, to help individuals spiritually and physically, is still at the heart of The Salvation Army as week seek to go about doing the most good.
In addition to the Social Service and Community Center work available during the week, The Salvation Army of Sanford has a Sunday School and Worship Service on Sundays and a Bible study on Tuesdays. Additional youth and senior activities, such as camps and retreats are planned during the course of the year we invite you to join us.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in his name without discrimination.
Our Staff:
Rhonda Jenkins (Social Services Director) – Janice Williams (Secretary/Social Services Assistant)
Ross Cook (Community Center Director) – Gabriela Batista (Bookkeeper) – Teresa Marquez (Corp Program Assistant)
Ricardo Cucalon (Building Maintenance)
Advisory Board
Worship Opportunities
Friendly people coming together for worship through contemporary and traditional music, Bible readings, testimony and a morning message that guide you though Biblical principles that will help your everyday life. After the service you’ll even have an opportunity to talk or pray with our pastors, Julia and Sheed Tarnue.
All of our programs are open to the public and there is a specially designed program for everyone in the family!
Children of all ages are welcome to worship at our church. In the middle of our service, we invite the children 12 and under to Junior Church where they receive an age-appropriate Bible lesson with fun activities.
Each week we have people in our nursery to watch and play with our youngest attenders. Moms and Dads are encouraged to even stay for a while to get to know more about what is available for their children.
Please contact Julia Tarnue, Corps Officer at (407) 322-2642 for the complete schedule of events and more detailed information about the church programs or email her at: Julia.Tarnue@uss.salvationarmy.org
Sunday
9.30 AM – Praise & Fellowship Meeting – The emphasis is on praise & prayer
10.00 AM – Sunday School – The Army adheres to the truths of the bible and Sunday school students are taught from both the Old & New Testaments
11.00 AM – Holiness Meeting – This is the name the Army gives to its Sunday morning worship. The emphasis is generally on how the Christian should live both in devotion to God and in service to mankind. “With Heart to God to Hand to Man”.
11.00 AM – Junior Soilders – A program for boys & Girls (between the ages of 7 and 13) who are members of The Salvation Army. They study the bible and the history of The Salvation Army.
Tuesday
10.30 AM – Bible Study
11.30 AM – Home League – Membership is open to all women ages 16 and over. It has a fourtoldprogram of worship, service, education and fellowship.
11.30 AM – Mens Fellowship Club – Membership is open to all men ages 16 and over. Activities vary from work projects to social programs.
6.00PM -8.00PM – Open Gym Basketball & Bible Study for men and women aged 16 & up
Wednesday
4.00 PM – 6.00PM – Youth Character Building programs
Social Services
Children’s Services
Christmas Assistance
Community Center
The Salvation Army Community Center
700 W 24th Street Sanford, Florida 32772
Tel: 407.322.2642 ext 25003
Community Center Director: Ross Cook
The Community Center is open to the public and school age children from 3:00 – 6:00 PM Monday through Friday. We offer the school children, homework assistance and a secure place for fun after school activities which include pool tables, basketball, video games, board games and much more. There is an application for participation in the gym.
The application has to be completed before participation is allowed. Parents please be aware that we are not responsible for any personal belongings that could go missing while the children are in the gym.
Throughout the school year we also offer Day Camp Programs for the Spring and Summer breaks. The hours for these camps are 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Monday – Friday.
The cost of the summer day Camp will be $70.00 per child each week, plus extra fees for field trips. Lunch and Snacks are provided by the Salvation Army each day. We begin taking applications for summer camp at the start of April and we have placement for 60 children, so don’t delay and get your child’s application in soon! you can do this by clicking on the summer camp link and then you can either mail or fax the application to the attention of Ross Cook (Community Center Director).Please note to reserve spot you have to pay first weeks payment which is non refundable
We offer the opportunity to the public to rent our community center for various activities, Basketball tournaments, birthday parties etc.
If you are interested in renting our facility you will need to fill out a Rental Contract which can be picked up at the at The Salvation Army office. You can either mail or fax the contract back to the office to the attention of the community center director for approval. The rental fee is $40.00 per hour and a $40.00 deposit which is refundable if everything is left clean and in the same condition you found it in.
Other Community Events are as follows:
Tuesdays 6.00pm – 8.00pm: Open Gym Basketball (16 & up).
If you require any more information on the community center programs you can reach the Director or the telephone number mentioned above.
Summer Camp
After School Drop-In Center
Volunteer
VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS NEEDED…
..from you, your family, your church, your service club, youth group or anyone else who has a desire to help others.
- Serve as an Advisory Board Member
- Contribute Financial Support
- Donate Non-Perishable food to the pantry
- Volunteer Hours at the Corps location
- Help with Christmas Toy Distribution
- Be a Red Kettle Bell Ringer
- Host an Angel Tree
- Train as a Disaster Services volunteer
- Support The Salvation Army youth Programs
- Provide School supplies for kids year round.
Contact Us
The Salvation Army Community & Worship Center
700 W 24th Street, Sanford Florida 32771
407.322.2642
Office hours:
Monday – Thursday 9.00am – 12.00pm & 1.00pm – 4.30pm
Friday 9.00am – 12.00pm
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