Senior Home League Rallies for the year 2019 had been conducted in a wonderful way with two groups, 1st group lead by Commissioner Prema Wilfred, TPWM and the 2nd group lead by Lieutenant Colonel Sumitra Masih, TSWM. The theme for the rally, “On the Way to Heaven” had been highlighted and the women were strengthened spiritually with active participation and support of Women's Ministries Secretaries. The rally was started on 8th February and it was concluded on 24th February 2019 in 11 Divisions, 5 Districts and 2 Extension Areas.
Women had prepared themselves for the rally to be on time at rally to receive eternal blessings. As home league rally is like a great carnival once in a year, many women hired vehicles and came to represent their Corps and centers.
The women were partaking whole-heartedly by using their ability and skills in singing and playing instruments. Their singing made the rallies live. The rallies were a platform for them to learn many things from other Corps, so that they may teach other members in their Corps.
TPWM shared challenging messages on theme “On the Way to Heaven” with the following Biblical concepts: Walking with Jesus, Difficult times, Stones to be removed and Be a Channel of blessings.
Similarly, TSWM had given blessed message based on theme about “Who will enter into the Kingdom of God?” The messages inspired many to rededicate themselves at the Mercy Seat.
Highlight of this year Rally:
This year, TPWM introduced and implemented many new things innovatively for the betterment of the women folk. Crowning System was one of them to honour an individual who has contributed highest amount for helping hand. Altogether 36 members were received this special honour. Auction by children, certificate distribution to DWMS and honouring Home League Secretaries and Home League Treasurers with mementos was additional new things was initiated by Commissioner. Moreover, Chennai Division distributed bag with food stuff to all the members during their divisional rally. Leaders were welcomed by Women Flute Band and March of Witness was carried out at every place. Also, sarees were distributed to Silver Star Mothers, poor widows and hot boxes presented to Retired Officers. Cultural programme was another aspect of the rally that helped women to demonstrate their talents. Both groups visited Corps on Sundays.
Rally attendance:
At 17 centers 12,428 women attended home league rally and 6556 seekers came to Mercy Seat. It was good to see that 3781 women were in their uniform. 258 women from other denomination and 96 women from other faith also joined the rally. Also 55 Retired Officers and 79 Silver Star mothers were witnessed God's presence during the rally. It was amazing to notice that women contributed generously for helping hand and the territory raised `. 15,22,607 as Helping Hand with increment of Rs. 1,36,879/- than last year.
Through the various events our members were strengthened spiritually and improved financial support for the ministries to help others. We thank God for His Blessings.
Reported by Lieutenant Colonel Mercy Manjula, THLS, India Central Territory
