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Awards Day29 November 2013
Partners in Learning
York St John University
York St John is a prestigious civic university with roots going back to the 1840s. York Diocesan Training School, for teacher education, opened in May 1841.
In September 2005 York St John was granted Taught Degree Awarding Powers. Following this, York St John received approval from the Privy Council of the United Kingdom to become a University and adopted the full title of York St John University on 1 October 2006, followed by the installation of its first Chancellor, Archbishop John Sentamu in March 2007.
Today the University is based on an award-winning campus in the centre of York with almost 6,000 students studying on a wide range of subjects. It has a wide network of regional, national and international partnerships with a highly recognised reputation for its teaching and learning.
Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH)
CIH is a professional body helping housing professionals in a variety of ways, including delivering industry-led accredited qualifications at all levels and across a wide range of subject areas. It is through CIH that The Salvation Army delivers the Engage to Change course.
Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH)
The CIEH as an awarding body provides qualifications in food safety, health and safety, and environmental protection, as well as qualifications for delivering training such as Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS). The CIEH works closely with Ofqual and Sector Skills Councils to develop qualifications and training courses that meet the national demand for various skill levels.
Booth University College, Canada
In September 2000 Booth College and the Colleges for Officer Training in the Canada and Bermuda Territory formed a partnership to strengthen officer preparation and continuing education in the Canada and Bermuda Territory. In 2005, The Salvation Army opened a new Training College in Winnipeg in close proximity to Booth University College. CFOT Winnipeg and Booth University College co-operate to deliver an undergraduate programme to cadets. The UK Territorial Certificate in Chaplaincy uses two modules from the Certificate in Chaplaincy/Spiritual Care which is offered by Booth College University - Biblical and Theological Foundations of Ministry and Spiritual Care in the Social Service Context. These mandatory modules combined with electives from UK courses provide the syllabus.
The Salvation Army, Territorial Headquarters, 101 Newington Causeway, London SE1 6BNSwitchboard: 020 7367 4500 Web: www.salvationarmy.org.uk
Registered Charity No. 214779 and in Scotland SC009359; Social Trust Registered Charity No. 215174 and in Scotland SC037691General: André Cox. Territorial Commander for the United Kingdom with the Republic of Ireland: Commissioner Clive Adams
Office of theTerritorialCommander
November 2013
Dear Friends,
Commissioner Marianne and I are delighted to be able to join with you on this special occasion. Please accept our congratulations; we trust that this will be a special and memorable day for you all. Your commitment to study is recognised and commended - for many of you this has taken place alongside full-time ministry and employment – well done!
We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of the staff at SISTAD, in the management and delivery of the programmes of study which you have undertaken.
In addition to the role played by the staff at William Booth College we would like to acknowledge the vital role played by our various partners: York St John University with whom we offer the BA (Hons)/Graduate Diploma in Theology and Ministry; CIEH with whom we offer Preparing To Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector; CIH with whom we offer Engage to Change and Booth University College, Canada with whom we offer Territorial Certificate in Chaplaincy.
We trust that the added knowledge and skills that you have acquired through your studies will enhance your ministry, and wish you God’s blessing and anointing as you continue to live out your calling.
Yours sincerely,
Clive T. AdamsCommissionerTerritorial Commander
William Booth CollegeChampion Park
Denmark HillLondon
SE5 8BQ
Direct Line: 020 7326 2700Fax: 020 7326 2750
Office of the PrincipalTel: 020 7326 2701Email: [email protected] 2013
Dear Friends,
It is a great joy to welcome you to William Booth College on this significant day when we celebrate the successes of all who have completed one of the many study and development opportunities with or through the College’s School for In-Service Training and Development (SISTAD). To anyone attending the College for the very first time, you are especially welcome.
To those receiving awards today you are not only welcome but you are to be sincerely applauded for ensuring that through your studies, your knowledge and understanding have been broadened and deepened in order that the Mission of God, through The Salvation Army, may become increasingly effective in all the communities in which you work and serve. Congratulations!
A special word of welcome and gratitude is expressed to our educational partners alongside our own tutors and staff who have contributed so much to the achievements we celebrate today. Thank you for investing in these wonderful people.
Finally, I also extend a warm welcome to all who have come as supporters today – not only family and friends but also colleagues from the various areas of Salvation Army service in which those receiving recognition today serve. Thank you for all the encouragement you have given in the past and may that continue into the future.
I trust that everyone will enjoy your time here within the William Booth College facilities and community. Thank you for coming.
May God bless you
Yours sincerely,
Anthony CotterillLieut-ColonelPrincipal
Registered Charity No. 214779and in Scotland SC009359
Territorial Commander: Commissioner Clive AdamsGeneral: André Cox
At York St John University we have been engaged in partnership work for all of our 170-year history. As an Anglican teacher training college, opened in 1841, our foundation mission was to train teachers. These teachers were to work in those schools established by the Church of England to teach the ‘poor’ the 3 Rs plus the fourth R of religion and hence provide access for children of families unable to afford to pay for education. That dual dimension of education and religious understanding continues to be at the heart of the University’s mission although we now engage in a far wider range of degree programmes than in 1841!
As Head of Theology and Religious Studies I am immensely proud of the partnerships that we have developed that continue to take seriously the founding mission of the University and the excellent collaboration with The Salvation Army seems to me to uphold these dual dimensions of education and service to the vulnerable and those in need.
One of the delights of chairing examination and assessment boards is to hear about the achievements of all our students and when a cohort finishes their final module to confirm the list of Graduands. It is therefore very pleasing to know that our partnership with The Salvation Army has delivered these successes in the BA Theology and Ministry programme.
To the Salvation Army tutors I thank you for the ways in which you have engaged with my colleagues at the University and for your hard work and professionalism. This collegial and collaborative way of working ensures our partnership is deep and long lasting. To the students I offer you my warmest congratulations and thank you for your dedication and stamina – I know what studying whilst you are also working can demand of you. So well done!
This is of course your second opportunity to celebrate your achievements as you were with us in York Minster for our Graduation Ceremony in mid-November. It was wonderful to join in the celebrations then and I hope that you will continue to think of yourselves as Graduates of York St John University for a long time to come. Enjoy your Awards Day and every blessing to you in your future work.
With very best wishes,
Richard NoakeHead of Theology and Religious StudiesYork St John University
Revd Dr Deirdre Brower Latz, BA, MA, PhD Principal and Senior Lecturer in Pastoral and Social Theology
Revd Dr Deirdre Brower Latz, an ordained elder in the church of the Nazarene, has been the pastor of inner city congregations in Bristol and Manchester until becoming the Principal of Nazarene Theological College in 2012. Her areas of interest include thinking about theology and practice in conversation, practices of justice, the church in the city, and ways of contextualising the gospel. She holds an MA and BA Hons in Pastoral Theology from NTC, Manchester, and a PhD from the University of Manchester with a thesis entitled ‘A contextual reading of John Wesley’s theology and the emergent church: critical reflections on the emergent church movement in respect to aspects of Wesley’s theology, ecclesiology and urban poverty’.
Study links
The Salvation Army has enjoyed some significant study links with the Nazarene Theological College, through a number of Salvationist students who have completed postgraduate study. General Linda Bond (R) studied at the Nazarene Theological College and was invited to confer on Major John Read his award of a PhD, completed through the College and with Manchester University.
Historical links
The Church of the Nazarene shares its roots with The Salvation Army in the nineteenth century Holiness movement. This movement, which birthed the Church of the Nazarene in North America, also inspired William and Catherine Booth in 1865 to found a Holiness mission in the East End of London, the Christian Mission, which became in 1878 The Salvation Army. Two central themes illuminate the Nazarene story. The first is ‘unity in holiness’ which, like The Salvation Army, is derived from the doctrinal core of John Wesley’s preaching. The second is ‘a mission to the world’ which, like The Salvation Army has encouraged the Church of the Nazarene to be one church of congregations and districts worldwide. Today the Church of the Nazarene is home to over 2 million members, worshipping in over 26,000 local congregations in 159 world areas.
We warmly welcome Revd Dr Deidre Brower Latz as our special guest today.
nazareneTHEOLOGICAL COLLEGE
Congregational Songs
1. Be Thou my Vision, O Lord of my heart; Naught be all else to me, save that Thou art Thou my best Thought, by day or by night, Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light.
2. Be Thou my Wisdom, and Thou my true Word; I ever with Thee and Thou with me, Lord; Thou my great Father, I Thy true child; Thou in me dwelling, and I with Thee one.
3. Riches I heed not, nor man’s empty praise, Thou mine Inheritance, now and always: Thou and Thou only, first in my heart, High King of Heaven, my Treasure Thou art.
4. High King of Heaven, my victory won, May I reach Heaven’s joys, O bright Heaven’s Sun! Heart of my own heart, whatever befall, Still be my Vision, O Ruler of all.
(Dallan Forgail)
1. To God be the glory, great things He has done; So loved He the world that He gave us His Son, Who yielded His life an atonement for sin, And opened the life gate that all may go in.
Refrain Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, Let the earth hear His voice! Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, Let the people rejoice! O come to the Father, through Jesus the Son, And give Him the glory, great things He has done.
2. O perfect redemption, the purchase of blood, To every believer the promise of God; The vilest offender who truly believes, That moment from Jesus a pardon receives.
3. Great things He has taught us, great things He has done, And great our rejoicing through Jesus the Son; But purer, and higher, and greater will be Our wonder, our transport, when Jesus we see.
(Fanny Jane Crosby)
2.00pm – Order of Proceedings
Song Be Thou my Vision
Welcome &Acknowledgements Major Gillian Jackson Director, School for In-Service Training & Development, William Booth College
Prayer Major David Taylor Training Co-ordinator (Higher Education), School for In-Service Training & Development, William Booth College
Introduction ofGuest Speaker Major Gillian Jackson
Guest Speaker Rev Dr Deirdre Brower Latz
Engage to ChangeIntroduced by: Jane ThomsonLearning & Development Officer (Management & Staff Development), School for In-Service Training & Development, William Booth College
Presentation of Awards Rev Dr Deirdre Brower Latz
Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)Introduced by: Major Robert ElliottTraining Co-ordinator (Work-Based Learning),School for In-Service Training & Development, William Booth College
Presentation of Awards Rev Dr Deirdre Brower Latz
Musical interlude
Bible Reading Major Karen Robb Learning & Development Officer (Territorial Envoys & Vocational Development Pathway Workshops), School for In-Service Training & Development, William Booth College
Territorial Certificate in ChaplaincyIntroduced by: Captain Mike WarnerTraining Co-ordinator (Social Services),School for In-Service Training & Development, William Booth College
Presentation of Awards Rev Dr Deirdre Brower Latz
Open LearningIntroduced by: Major David BottingLearning & Development Officer (Social Services),School for In-Service Training & Development, William Booth College
Presentation of Awards Rev Dr Deirdre Brower Latz
BA (Hons)/Graduate Diploma in Theology and MinistryIntroduced by: Major David Taylor, Training Co-ordinator, (Higher Education), School for In-Service Training & Development, William Booth College
Presentation of Awards Rev Dr Deirdre Brower Latz
External StudiesIntroduced by: Major Gillian Jackson
Presentation of Awards Rev Dr Deirdre Brower Latz
Student Responses Captain Alison Thornton-Stark Dave Cotterill
Presentation and Thanks Lieut-Colonel Anthony Cotterill Principal, William Booth College
Song To God be the Glory
Benediction Major Robert Elliott Training Co-ordinator, (Work-Based Learning), School for In-Service Training & Development, William Booth College
Music provided by the Music Ministries Unit
Engage to Change(Certificate in Supporting Homeless People Level 3) Zelda Barter-RaynerLouise BrookesAnn CampbellDave CotterillJulie JohnstoneLiz RobertsSarah Wilson
Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)Amanda ButlerCharles DurmanLaura GambleLynden GibbsPhil GossAdrian HiscockCarol MansbridgePeter McCluskeyShirley McKenzieRebecca Millburn-SnellKenny MitchellPenny NewtonHelen OsbornLeanne PhilpAnn ReddingsTonya RobinsonDavid RowlanesAaron SmithChristopher SpencerAnnette WattsJanice Wilburn
Territorial Certificate in ChaplaincyMajor Colin CampbellMajor Gillian DickerMajor Dawn DisneyCaptain Jonathan HamiltonMajor David LennoxMajor Suzanne LoweMajor Manuela MordanMajor David MorganColin NichollsMajor Diane SteadmanColin StylesMajor David Wade
Open Learning
The Story of Jesus by MarkSylvia HemmingRosalina Phillimore
Called to be God’s PeopleJeannette ParkesJoyce Wightman
Jesus and the GospelsChristine Dinsmore
How to Study the BibleSylvia Hemming
Study SkillsJoyce Wightman
The Covenant People of God (Part 1)Christopher KennettFaith ScalesKeith Scales
Help from the PsalmsWilliam Adams
The Prophets and their MessageEsther Waldron
We believeIsabel Flanagan
In Union with ChristSue Braham
Old Testament Story (Part A)Stephen CallisterClare EayresSarah Halfpenny
Old Testament Story (Part B)Stephen Callister
New Testament StudiesRosemary Gooch
Salvationist Life and FaithMichael Sayner
Awards
Foundation Course in Christian & Salvationist StudiesJeannette Parkes
A History of the Early ChurchSalvation Story Salvation Army HistoryDavid Ward
Foundation Course in Christian & Salvationist StudiesJeannette Parkes
Certificate Course in Christian & Salvationist StudiesStephen Callister
BA (Hons)/Graduate Diploma in Theology and MinistryMajor Stuart AshmanCaptain Stephen BakerCaptain Lynne DavisLieutenant Robert DavisCaptain Rhonda HayesMajor Janet HowarthMajor Beth Maddern Captain James SabistonCaptain Alison Thornton-StarkMajor Amanda White
External Studies
STEP Diploma in Trusts and EstatesPamela Murdoch
Post Graduate Certificate in Higher EducationMajor Wendy Knott
Post Graduate Certificate in Academic PracticeMajor Jennie McCombeMajor Michelle Wheeler
Post Graduate Diploma in Theology (Preaching)Major Melvyn Knott
Bachelor of TheologyMajor Joy Paxton
BSc (Hons) Health and Social CareMajor Adrian Stringer
BA (Hons) in Religion and TheologyCaptain James Wadsworth
MA Christian EducationCaptain Wendy Stanbury
MA Christian SpiritualityLieut-Colonel Jayne Roberts
MA EducationMajor David Sterling
MA Religious StudiesMajor Alan Dixon
MA TheologyCaptain Penny Palmer-Taylor
MA Theology and Religious StudiesMajor Rita Pearce
Master of TheologyCaptain Barbara Lang
MTh in Applied TheologyLieut-Colonel Jonathan Roberts
MSc Cognitive Behavioural Psychology – Expert PractitionerPeter Smith
MPhil in Social ScienceMajor Paul Kingscott
Professional Doctorate in Practical TheologyLieut-Colonel Karen Shakespeare
Doctor of PhilosophyMajor David Taylor
Awards
Open Learning Student Experience
I started my Open Learning courses in October 2010, am thoroughly enjoying
them and feel I have progressed a great deal in the last three years. My studying life started at sixty-one years old! I was severely dyslexic and when I was at school in the Sixties, dyslexia
was not recognised and I had a very hard time, which put me off studying for life, or so I thought. This all changed when I was enrolled as a soldier in The Salvation Army in April 2008. I loved my life in the Army but I had very little knowledge of the Bible due to my poor reading and comprehension difficulties. I wanted to learn more so I wrote to Open Learning at William Booth College and had a very encouraging reply. After much prayer, I decided to try the starter courses. My tutors have been so very kind, helpful and encouraging and after completing the starter courses I really felt that my knowledge of the Bible had greatly increased. I have now progressed to the Foundation Courses and am on my third one ‘The History of The Salvation Army’ which is also interesting. My studies have given me a lot of confidence and brought me closer to God. I hope to study for many more years and feel that it is ‘never too late to learn’.
Ms Joyce Wightman,Plymouth Congress Hall
Theology and Ministry Student Experience
The heartbeat of Corps Officership has gripped me ever since I first responded to the call to Officership and as a practitioner with a passion to remain grounded in hands-on earthy and local mission it was quite a shock to find myself delving deep into the works of Jürgen Moltmann and Miroslav Volf! Yet at its core I soon discovered the whole emphasis of the course was one of practically resourcing that exact passion of local mission, seeking to equip me with a renewed understanding of God’s word. The opportunity to study negotiated modules that connected directly with the reality of my appointment equipped me for the first time to connect theologically with the things that mattered most. To be able to theologically reflect on God’s presence both personally and corporately, to consider through a Trinitarian lens the past, present and future, to consider the setting of our shared life and mission in the context of a surrounding community of communities. These learning opportunities effectively worked hand in hand with the mission development review the corps has undertaken. Subsequently these theological ‘tools’ have allowed me to share insights, to learn even more and to become better equipped to interpret and communicate the truths of Scripture in the earthy reality of our calling. Most importantly as a corps we have taken this journey together, learning together, applying those truths together and by God’s grace and empowered by His Spirit we have grown together.
Major Ian Mountford,Bristol Citadel Corps
William Booth College Faculty
Engage to Change
This new Level 3 qualification has been developed specifically for people working directly with homeless people. The course covers the mainstays of keyworking and aims to support staff in developing their approach to gaining successful outcomes for clients. This is not an induction programme; it is aimed at people who already have experience of working in the sector that want to develop further and learn by exploring real workplace issues. This course is validated by the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH).
The following specialist tutors have contributed to this course.
Mr Tim AndersonMr Steve CurtisMajor Robert ElliottMr Guy PolandMrs Valerie RossMrs Paula Sandford-MarshMrs Jane ThomsonCaptain Mike Warner
Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
The ‘Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector’ (PTLLS) award is an initial teaching qualification for those whose work entails teaching Adults in the Workplace or Adult Education Centres. The course is both theoretical and practical and introduces students to the roles and responsibilities of the teacher, learning styles, session planning skills, teaching styles and teaching assessment. The course is validated by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH).
The following specialist tutors have contributed to this course.
Major David BottingMajor David SterlingMajor Robert Elliott
Territorial Certificate in Chaplaincy
The Territorial Certificate in Chaplaincy has been devised to equip all officers and soldiers who are appointed as chaplains with relevant knowledge and skills that will help them in their ministry. The Certificate is in two parts: Induction and The Certificate Programme. The Certificate Programme is a Modular programme that needs to be completed within three years of appointment. The programme consists of ‘taught’ modules, online studies with Booth University College, Canada, personal reflections through a reflective log kept over six months and supervised practice.
William Booth College Faculty
Open Learning
The Open Learning Programme provides a range of non-accredited courses for distance learners. These courses offer Bible, Doctrine and Salvation Army Studies. This programme is currently being led by Majors Kathryn and Tom Stirling.
The following specialist tutors have also contributed to this course.
Major Lesley BatesRev Dr Gerald PaiseyMrs Gillian PerryRev Rosemary ShawCommissioner John Swinfen
BA (Hons)/Graduate Diploma in Theology and Ministry
Through an established partnership with York St John University, The Salvation Army is able to offer opportunities for Salvation Army Officers to enhance their ministerial training. The BA (Hons)/Graduate Diploma in Theology and Ministry is an exciting prospect for officers to enhance their continuing development. The programme is designed to provide students with learning opportunities to enable them to integrate knowledge experience and skills in ministerial contexts as well as developing key skills. This qualification enables students to explore their ministry and to look for opportunities to enhance their effectiveness.
Studying for a degree is very hard work and officers complete this study alongside their other commitments. Ultimately it is exciting and rewarding.
The following specialist tutors have contributed to this course.
Lieut-Colonel Alan BatemanMajor David HowarthMajor Iain HudsonMajor Wendy KnottMajor Caroline MingayMajor Richard MingayMajor Kathryn StirlingMajor Tom StirlingMajor David TaylorMajor Michelle Wheeler
A Dynamic College
The Salvation Army’s founder, William Booth, was a prophet and visionary as well as a man of action. William Booth College was built to give reality to one of his most breathtaking visions – that The Salvation Army should have a University of Humanity.
Over several generations, the College has trained and inspired not only Salvation Army officers, but also a much wider group of people, including local corps (church) leaders, youth workers, corps and centre staff and volunteers, to help them serve God’s purpose.
Our Vision
We will be a Spirit-filled, inspiring and progressive Christian learning community
Our Mission
Empowering, developing and resourcing people for effective participation in God’s mission
Values Statement
As a college community based on Christian principles our key values are Christlikeness, Mission, Community, Hospitality
A unique Christian learning community
William Booth College is a true community in which people share their lives and support each other in a spirit of Christian love. Cadets find that the friendship of their fellow cadets and the care and support they receive from staff are often as important to their development as the formal process of teaching and learning.
We are a residential college where a majority of our cadets come to
stay for the duration of their course as individuals, couples or families. Accommodation is in comfortable modern flats. There is a rich community life at the College, including not only worship but also a wide range of social activities such as music and sport.
Development and lifelong learning
The Salvation Army is committed to the concept of continuing personal development and lifelong learning for people who help fulfil its mission. Part of William Booth College’s role is to make this commitment a reality for our officers, staff and volunteers by providing them with a rich variety of in-service training and learning opportunities.
Central training courses are held at the Denmark Hill college campus and at locations elsewhere in the territory. However, in order to put our courses within your reach, no matter where in the UK you may live, we also have a regional support network of learning and development officers who can deliver training locally.
Short residential courses of one to five days are provided on a variety of subjects. These include:
l Leadership development through courses in Transforming Congregational Conflict, Listening and Pastoral Skills, Social Services Management Development and Spiritual Development.
l Skills development through such courses as Six Thinking Hats, Servant Assertiveness, Supervision and Appraisal, 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Focus-time Management and Fundamentals of Personnel Management.
l Specialised areas include Managing Problem Substance Use, Emergency Services Training, Mental Health courses and Safe and Sound. A five-year Officer Continuing Development Programme for newly commissioned officers and a Vocation Development Programme are also provided.
Validated Courses
Through these courses, a range of qualifications can be gained. Validated awards include:
l BA (Hons) in Pastoral Care with Psychology
l BA (Hons)/ Graduate Diploma in Theology & Ministry
l Diploma in Management and Leadership
l Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector
l Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Homeless People (Engage to Change)
1880 – May: A ‘Home for Women Cadets’ was established by the Booth family at their old house in Gore Road, Hackney.
‘For years the importance of giving some training to our officers has engaged our attention. The more it was considered the more important it appeared.’ (William Booth)
1880 – October: Devonshire House, Mare Street, Hackney, opened to cater for 30 male cadets.‘In these homes we purpose:
1. To test the genuineness of the candidate2. We teach the outlines of Bible history and
doctrine, with something of reading, writing and spelling
3. We give some instruction in home and personal habits
4. We train in house-to-house visitation, street work, indoor meetings and all the measures peculiar to the Army
5. We seek to develop and encourage devotion to God, and self-sacrifice for the salvation of men.’
(William Booth)
1881: The London Orphan Asylum, Linscott Road, Clapton is purchased for £15,000 and becomes the National Training Barracks and Congress Hall.
1882 – 13 May: Building opened and dedicated. Consisted of central hall and two wings, one for the men (headed by Ballington Booth), the other for women (headed by Emma Booth).
1886 – March: Entry into the barracks and commissioning of cadets made at six-monthly intervals.
The training consisted of three months of lectures and classes, as well as practical work in the area, followed by three months on the field, during which cadets were sent out in brigades under the direction of the training officers. The various deployments included ‘flying squadrons’ of women cadets and ‘cavalry corps forts’ (caravans).
Training depots, later known as ‘garrisons’, were set up.
1904: The training period is extended from six to nine months.
A History of William Booth College in brief
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‘My wish is the establishment of a great Training Institution, an International University for training men and women . . . a university where consecrated men and women can learn how best to serve their fellow men and women.’
(William Booth, 1906)
1921: The Salvation Army makes a formal offer of £26,250 for land including 1-22 Champion Park, 125-141 and 147 Denmark Hill, all part of the De Crespigny estate.
Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, architect of the Bankside Power Station (now Tate Modern), Liverpool’s Anglican Cathedral and the formerly ubiquitous red telephone box, is appointed to supervise the design of the new college.
1928: Last cadets entered Training Garrison at Clapton although the Congress Hall was used until 1970.
1928 – May: The stone-laying ceremony takes place at the William Booth Memorial Training College. In his last public appearance Bramwell Booth said:
‘Our training is, as far as possible, removed from mere intellectual training.’
1929 – 8 July: HRH Prince George and General Edward Higgins opened the new College.
The ‘Souvenir Guide’ included the following, written by the Training Commissioner:
‘There is residential accommodation for 400 cadets in the nine houses which provide separate rooms for each young person, with a Common Room in which all may meet for “House” meetings and social contact.’
An early proposal illustrated in ‘A University of Humanity. An Unrealised Vision’, 1922
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1939-1940: The last session to contain male cadets until the end of the Second World War.
1941 – May: Following bombing raids in Queen Victoria Street, London, International Headquarters relocated to William Booth College until 1963.
1960 – August: The training period is extended from nine months to two years.
1981: To commemorate the centenary of the training of cadets a 23-foot high, illuminated cross is erected on the College tower.
1991: The William Booth Memorial Training College becomes part of the United Kingdom Territory.
1998: Officer Training Programme is validated by Cheltenham and Gloucester College of Higher Education, now University of Gloucestershire. Residential cadets study for two years to achieve a Diploma of Higher Education in Salvation Army Officer Training, distance learners usually studying for between three and four years.
2005: Partnership formed with Havering College of Further and Higher Education. Students study for two and a half years to achieve a BA (Hons) in Pastoral Care with Psychology, the first students graduating in 2008.
2009: Partnership formed with York St John University. Students study for two and a half years to achieve a BA (Hons)/Graduate Diploma in Theology & Ministry, the first students graduating in 2011.
2011 – September: Following nearly two years of building and refurbishment, William Booth College’s updated facilities are officially rededicated.
Images supplied by the International Heritage Centre
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William Booth CollegeChampion Park
Denmark HillLondonSE5 8BQ
020 7326 2700www.salvationarmy.org.uk/college
The Salvation ArmyUK Territory with the Republic of Ireland
Registered Charity No. 214779and in Scotland SC009359
