Once again the Corps will be collecting new toys and non perishable foodstuffs for parcels to be distributed to needy families and individuals in the Cirencester District this Christmas.  Thanks to the generosity of the public last year over 170 food parcels and over 320 parcels of toys and sweets were distributed.  It is a salutary thought that there should be so much need in what is supposed to be an affluent district.  However this is the case and we would very much appreciate support for this venture. 

Donations of unwrapped toys and non perishable food can be left at the Salvation Army Hall in Thomas Street during weekly activities (see when and where) or our Charity Shop in Dyer Street during normal opening hours.

Nationally the Entertainer Toy shops are offering between 1st and 16th of November where a toy is bought on 
behalf of The Salvation Army they will add a second free of charge.  There are Entertainer Shops in Cheltenham , Gloucester and Swindon but you can also shop on line.  For details click on Ernest the elf

Many places of worship no longer have an evening service. If you miss this opportunity, you are very welcome to join with us on a Sunday evening at 6.00 pm.  We try to provide an informal atmosphere with a variety of music etc. and it is followed by a cup of tea or coffee and time for a chat. 

There has been a Salvation Army Corps in Cirencester since 1881.  Meetings (services)  are held every Sunday morning and evening and there are other activities during the week to which you are invited.  We also have a Charity Shop in Dyer Street which is often our first point of contact with the public. 

The Cirencester Corps now belongs to the Severn and Somerset Division  of The Salvation Army which is based in Bristol.  This is part of the United Kingdom Territory http://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/ which in turn is part of an International Army serving the people in over 100 countries worldwide.