"Going to the Army!" is a podcast series featuring Salvation Army music. This 15th monthly Episode is for September 2014 and continues the 2nd year of the "Going to the Army!" ministry. 

Originally begun for just a few friends and family members GttA has become SO MUCH MORE than that in just 14 months. The Episodes and 'specials' have been listened to or downloaded HUNDREDS of THOUSANDS of times in all continents and more than 50 countries throughout the world - and has been played to even more by listeners who share them with family, church shut-ins and other friends who do not have access to the internet.

We have had to upgrade from the FREE Podomatic service three times now so many thanks to those who have donated enabling us to be able to do that.There is a new feature this month in which I interview a Salvationist about their life and service - it is hoped to continue and develop this feature - and if you would like to be included please drop me a line at [email protected]

This new episode is an intensely personal one for me having been inpsired my recent events and a family holiday (including worship with friends in Lincoln). It features music by SA bands, songster brigades, a rock group, a congregational song, singing company, music school, holiday fellowship and soloists.   Also referred to are the Salvation Army's Summer Camps which will have taking place around the world this month - including, of course, the first ever SA Music School in Malawi - we are pleased that, thanks to Major Mark Bearcroft. we are able to include music from that very camp this month!A video recording of the entire 'final festival from the Malawi Musci School is available to be enjoyed here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpHFN4mwi20

Please pray for all young people (and staff members) who have been involved in these camps - many of us know how life-changing these experiences can be!This new podcast continues the ever-growing ministry of GttA around the world and features songs and pieces that have been well-loved and very well-blessed for many years throughout the Salvation Army World. I am particularly grateful to people who send me items they would like featured on GttA - amongst these we hear this month from the newly augurated USA Western Territorial Staff Band (Neil Smith) whose first CD, Trust in Jesus' is avaialble here:

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/usawesternterritorystaff

or here:

https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/trust-in-jesus/id890126884

Thank you for supporting this podcast and for your frequent encouragement to me to continue! I assure you it is no chore! The global range of listeners continues to grow with additions to the Facebook group having recently come from many African Corps and Venezuela. The group recently passed 3,500 members."They shall come from the East, They shall come from the West and sit down in the Kingdom of God". Hallelujah!

Much of the featured music is from my own transfers of old SA LPs, 78s and cassettes but some CD and original recordings are also included. Presented by lifelong Salvationist musician and actor Marc Harry this podcast features music by bands, songsters, singing companies and soloists. In addition, background information about the music, the Salvation Army and the presenter's own experiences are included. Feedback is welcomed - as are requests for songs/pieces that can be considered for future podcasts. - either here, on this page or to [email protected]

Donations to help with the costs of the web-hosting of "Going to the Army!" are always welcome and the link to donate via PayPal towards the continuance of the podcast can be found on the right hand side podcast's main page at: www.goingtothearmy.podomatic.com