Soldiers may teach Sunday School classes, play musical instruments, join the band, assist the Corps Officer in visitation among the poor and the sick, or aid in general social work. Soldiers abstain from the use of alcoholic beverages, drugs and tobacco. Click here to learn more about the services we provide. Music Music is considered an important part of religious life. More importantly, it symbolizes the cheerful religion of salvationists.
Music provides both the expression of a joyous faith and a form of recreation.
Many officers and soldiers play musical instruments and participate in organized vocal groups, as well as coming together to for more informal musical sessions. Famous conductors and composers have commended Salvation Army band for their commitment, hard work and achievements. This list includes John Phillip Sousa, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Edwin Franko Goldman, Erik Leidzen, Merridith Williams, Dr. Rudolph Ringwald and others. Worship Meetings Corps Community Centers conduct worship meetings each week. A march to the Corps building follows, and everyone is invited to attend the public indoor worship meeting.