SASRA
Description
SASRA enjoys a unique privilege in being able with MOD permission to take the gospel of Jesus Christ to the men and women of the Army and Royal Air Force. Our Work commenced informally in 1818 amongst troops in the Woolwich Garrison. It expanded to such an extent that in 1838 concerned Christian Officers formed the Soldiers' Friends Society and The Army Scripture Readers; the then Chaplain General placed it on a more formal footing by issuing a Charter in 1854. Nowadays we have a Charter covering our work with the Army and a Charter governing our work with the Royal Air Force.
In 1887 The Soldiers’ Christian Association was formed, becoming The Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Christian Association when the Royal Air force was formed.
In 1938 the Army Scripture Readers and SACA amalgamated and in 1952 the name, The Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Scripture Readers Association was adopted. Usually known by the acronym, SASRA.
OUR MINISTRY
Our Ministry is one of personal evangelism. Uniquely we are permitted, subject to Chaplain's recommendation and Commanding Officers' permission to visit soldiers and airmen in their accommodation, work and recreation areas. This is done with a view to befriending them and introducing them to the Lord Jesus Christ.
OUR ASR'S
All Scripture Readers have served in one or other of the Armed Services. They are all committed Christians and gifted evangelists. They have undergone a period of training and assessment before being deployed to a station with the agreement of the Ministry of Defence.
THE ORGANISATION
The Association works by Grace, the Grace of God and the Grace of the Army and RAF Authorities who give permission for Scripture Readers to visit MoD Establishments.
The Association is governed by a Council of serving and retired officers of the two services and Representatives of the Chaplain General and the Chaplain in Chief RAF. Under God they give direction to the ministry of the Association.
Day to day management is provided by a small Headquarters Team. The General Secretary is the Councils’ CEO. Responsible to him are; the Members’ Secretary who continues the work of the old SACA; Finance Secretary, responsible for all financial matters; the Administrator, responsible for non-financial matters. The Prayer Secretary,responsible for the compilation, production and distribution of the monthly Prayer Letter, also acts as Personal Assistant to the General Secretary.
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facebook.comRegional Representative Michael Wajdner will give a brief history of forces evangelism, a report of how the opportunity for today remains and a presentation with video clips. Prayer points will be identified, questions will be answered. The aim? 1. To raise an awareness of the opportunity for the local church to serve the garrison. 2. To promote a prayerful concern for the military. 3. To identify a person who could link and coordinate such prayer and support locally. Thanks to our friends at Tamworth Baptist for the sharing of their facilities.
Army Scripture Reader Davie Murray sharing at “A Morning with SASRA” supporters event in Dundee. At SASRA we are grateful for all of our supporters who enable this important work to exist, and it’s great when our supporters and front line workers get the opportunity to meet and encourage one another. For information about events near you, visit www.sasra.org.uk/news-events or get in touch at scotlandevents@sasra.org.uk.
Are you in the Dundee area? Why not come along next Saturday to spend “A Morning with SASRA”? Meet the Scottish Scripture Readers and hear up-to-date reports on the work we do serving the Armed Forces. For more information please email dundee@sasra.org.uk, or message this page.
Join us to find our more about our Christian Outreach to the UK Armed Forces. Meet the Scottish Scripture Readers and hear reports of their ministries. Tea and Coffee will be provided.
Army Scripture Readers Davie Murray and Roddy Macleod sharing at “A Morning with SASRA” supporters’ event in Bridge Of Don, Aberdeen. Thanks to all who took the time to share fellowship with us today, meet the Scripture Readers and find out more about the work. For more information please email aberdeen@sasra.org.uk or message this page.
Join us tomorrow at St. Columba’s Parish Church, Bridge Of Don for “A Morning with SASRA”. The Scottish Scripture Readers, Roddy Macleod and Davie Murray, will share about their ministry to soldiers, and Scotland Area Representative John Surtees will give an overview of the work of SASRA. Tea, coffee and lunch will be provided. This will be a great opportunity to share fellowship together and find out more about our important work with the Armed Forces. For more information please email aberdeen@sasra.org.uk or message this page.
Regional Representative Michael Wajdner will introduce the new ASR for Chepstow plus the plans for the next six months. Thanks to our friends at Glanrafon for the sharing of their facilities.
The Catterick ASR will bring a report, Regional Representative Michael Wajdner will share news on new additions and plans for the next six months. Thanks to our friends at Castlefields for the sharing of their facilities.
ASR Lee McDade will bring a report, Regional Representative Michael Wajdner will share news on new additions and plans for the next six months. Thanks to our friends at Mowbray CC for the sharing of their facilities.
Tonight our Scotland Area Representative John Surtees is at Papa Westray Gospel Hall to update the folks on the work of SASRA. This will be the first SASRA meeting on Papa Westray for over 12 years! For more information please email orkney@sasra.org.uk, or message this page.
Don’t panic! Although Keswick ministries have moved the dates for 2018 back a week, (Saturday 14th July until Friday 4th August 2018) SASRA will still be there D.V. Grateful thanks to Heart of the Lakes for enabling last minute changes. Don’t forget, as well as a stand at Basecamp for the three weeks, we will be giving our annual report on each Wednesday at Lake Road Chapel; we would love to see you.
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