Day 9: Praying for the ministry of brass bands (1882)
26 June 2024
Join with Salvationists of the Wales Division for Day 9 of 150 days of prayer.
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‘All that I am says “thank you” to the Lord. I will tell people about all the great things you have done’ (Psalm 9:1 EasyEnglish Bible).
1882
Four years after Ebbw Vale Corps opened in 1878 the War Cry (17 August 1882) reported: ‘A grand demonstration was led by the Ebbw Vale brass band, who could play anything, and any amount of times without stopping.’
In its early years, Salvation Army bands played an important role in the open-air ministry that was so essential to the growth of the Movement. With regards to the music-making, the quality was not always as great as the quantity. ‘Blow and believe’ was the unstated motto of many early-day bands.
Prayer
- Praise God for the influence of brass bands from the early days of The Salvation Army right through to today.
- Thank God for those who compose music that raises our spirits and challenges our souls.
- Thank God for all those committed to helping learners play their instruments.
Discover more
Captain Kathryn Stowers talks to Major Jo Moir (THQ) about celebrating 150 years of mission and ministry in Wales.
