Blacktown History
The Salvation Army has a rich history in Blacktown. The Blacktown Salvation Army brass band was established in 1966 and still captivates the city today.
Blacktown beginnings
The first recorded meeting of The Salvation Army in the Blacktown area was by Salvation Army officers at Toongabbie, Lieutenant and Mrs Vic Hentschell. They held a meeting at Blacktown School of Arts. The Salvation...
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It’s often said that The Salvation Army has a ministry of ‘presence’ - of being there in times of need. When Blacktown salvationists identified a need to support graduates of The Salvation Armyȁ...
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Making music
Music has always been an integral part of Salvation Army ministry in Blacktown. The Blacktown Salvation Army brass band was established in 1966 and remains active, with 21 members at present.
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Always about people finding freedom: Blake's story
Blake Fielding found Freedom through The Salvation Army's Blacktown Youthlink iDiscover Program - a five-week adventure therapy program for disadvantaged young people in western Sydney.
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Always about people finding freedom: Reshmi's story
Blacktown Salvationist Reshmi Niriella found freedom through her faith and her Salvation Army heritage. Two years ago Reshmi discovered the freedom of generosity
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