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
How does The Salvation Army manage such diverse programs and facilities?
Where do Salvation Army officers (clergy) gain the proficiency to raise sufficient funds, hire and train qualified staff, and purchase and maintain sophisticated buildings and equipment?
A major source of our strength comes from members of Salvation Army advisory organizations.
Advisory organization members are concerned men and women who voluntarily use their professional skills and knowledge of the community to make a practical difference for their neighbors, strengthening The Salvation Army’s ability to serve.
With commitment to excellence they dedicate themselves to increasing public awareness of The Salvation Army’s purpose and work; recruiting other volunteers and giving hands-on assistance for specific activities such as holiday dinners, hospital visitation and disaster relief.
They provide advice and guidance in areas such as budgeting, overseeing large-scale capital campaigns, creating outreach services, public relations and fundraising, management and personnel development, and building improvement and maintenance.
Their commitment to serving others unites them with like-minded professionals from a wide variety of backgrounds. This makes advisory organization members vital partners in Salvation Army ministry.
Our Current Advisory Board Members:
- Bill Stack – Chairperson
- Cathie Boyers – Secretary
- Dave Beougher – Treasurer
- Gary Gotwalt – Vice Board Chair
- Alice Sterling – Past Board Chair
- Kathy McDonald
- Ron Jernigan
- Wayne Gager
- Walter Smith
- Kara Colangelo
- Joe Williams
- Lisa Finnerty
- Joseph Davis
- Judge Wallace Hall
- Cheif Dan Purcell
- Elizabeth Ganas
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
Social Services
Office Hours:
Monday – Thursdays 9.00am – 12.00pm & 1.00pm – 4.30pm
Fridays 9.00am – 12.00pm
For financial assistance please call: 407-839-4357 for an appointment.
Walk-ins are welcome for food assistance as long as you have all information needed.
Children’s Services
The Salvation Army Community Center of Seminole County
Our first priority is to meet basic human needs, but we recognize the importance of programs that go beyond the basics of food, shelter, clothing and safety. In addition to meeting basic needs, The Salvation Army strives to provide programs that will help children thrive during crucial developmental years from after school programs and summer camps, to childcare and toys at Christmas.
After School Drop in Center
Hours of Operation:
- Monday: 3pm – 6pm
- Tuesday: 3pm – 6pm
- Wednesday: 3pm – 7.00pm
- Thursday: 3pm – 6pm
- Friday: 3pm – 6pm
Activities Include:
- Basketball
- Pool, soccer
- Video Games
- and much more!!!
Age Group: 5 years of age – 17
Address: 700 W 24th street
Sanford, Florida 32772
407.322.2642 ext 227
Please click here to download the After School Application
Christmas Assistance
Christmas Assistance
Our dates for the Angel tree Christmas toy assistance for 2019 are yet to be announced
Please note when picking a gift for your child it needs to be in the price range of $40 and under
Please make sure you bring the following information: Food stamp letter, proof of Seminole county residency, Birth certificates for all children 12 & under, proof of income, proof of expenses and child’s dress/pants and shirt size.
Community Center
The Salvation Army Community Center
700 W 24th Street Sanford, Florida 32772
Tel: 407.322.2642 ext 227
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 55 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 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
Attention Parents/Guardians we are no longer taking applications because we have reached our capacity. If you would like to be put on a waiting list please call (407) 322-2642
Summer Camp 2019.
The camp session dates for 2019 will be June 3rd 2019 – August 9th 2019, Camp runs Monday through Friday 7.00am – 6.00pm. The Salvation Army offers a safe environment with fully trained and experienced staff.
Summer Camp enrollment will begin April 2019.
The Salvation Army office is located at 700 West 24th Street in Sanford. You will need to come to the gymnasium entrance where you can fill out your application. You will also need to bring the first full week’s registration fee (non refundable). Registration will be open to children between the ages of 5-13.
The cost for the camp will be $70.00 per child, field trip fees are extra. Lunch and snacks will be provided.
If a returning child brings a new friend I will take 50% off your first week’s payment for introducing a new family to our summer camp.
Camp activities will include:
Sport’s, video games, music, Arts & crafts, exciting field trips, Swimming plus much more.
A great time will be had by all! We look forward to seeing you there.
For more information please contact Ross Cook, Community Center Director at 407 322 2642 Ext 25003 or Email: Ross.Cook@uss.salvationarmy.org
Thank you for your time & We look forward to seeing you in the summer
God Bless
Ross Cook
Community Center Director
After School Drop-In Center
Our first priority is to meet basichuman needs, but we recognize the importance of programs that go beyond the basics of food, shelter, clothing and safety. In addition to meeting basic needs, The Salvation Army strives to provide programs that will help children thrive during crucial developmental years from after school programs and summer camps, to childcare and toys at Christmas.
After School Drop in Center
Hours of Operation:
Monday: 3pm – 6pm
Tuesday: 3pm – 6pm
Wednesday: 3pm – 7.00pm
Thursday: 3pm – 6pm
Friday: 3pm – 6pm
Activities Include:
- Basketball
- Pool
- Soccer
- Video Games
- and much more!!!
Address: 700 W 24th street
Sanford, Florida 32772
(407) 322-2642 ext 227
Age Group: 5 years of age – 17 years
Please click here to download the After School Application
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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