Warwick History
The work of The Salvation Army began in Warwick in 1887, with the Warwick Argus reporting: …the inhabitants of Warwick, who complain of the lack of amusements in the town, will have unlimited amusement provided for them by this organisation.
Opening Fire
The work of The Salvation Army began in Warwick in 1887, when Captain John Head requested the use of the Warwick Town Hall. The request was handled cautiously by the local council, who concluded that it was probably bett...
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Making Music
The Salvation Army in Warwick has a strong tradition of musical excellence.
In the early days, The Salvation Army brass band used to march down Warwick’s main street, calling people to the open-air meeting.
Today,...
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Warwick Greats - John Head
The Salvation Army in Warwick has hosted its fair share of outstanding Salvationists.
John Head (pictured), its first officer, not only started The Salvation Army in Warwick, but also got it off the ground in Forti...
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Warwick Greats - Alice Meech
Another local hero was Warwick’s grand old lady, Miss Alice Meech (pictured). She was the recipient of the highest recognition in The Salvation Army – the Order of the Founder.
Born in the Inglewood distric...
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In times of need
It’s often said that The Salvation Army has a ministry of “presence” – of being there in times of need.
When floodwaters engulfed Warwick in December 2010, The Salvation Army Emergency Service...
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The Salvation Army in Warwick today
The Salvation Army remains a vibrant presence in Warwick today, offering a variety of services. As well as Sunday meetings, The Salvation Army runs children and youth groups, Home League (a women’s group) and musi...
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