Great Yarmouth Salvation Army Citadel is celebrating the completion of nearly 10 months of extensive repairs to their building, allowing them to return to their home on Tolhouse Street. During the repair work, the Salvation Army’s church services and foodbank were temporarily hosted in a nearby Unitarian church. The Citadel will be formally reopening this week with a celebratory rededication meeting led by retired Majors Martin & Michelle Wheeler on Sunday, June 16. All are invited to attend the meeting at 10.30am, followed by a light lunch, and worship in the newly restored space.
Major Martin Wheeler expresses excitement for the return of church services and the foodbank to the Great Yarmouth Salvation Army Citadel, welcoming all to worship with them once again. The crisis foodbank and agency drop-in sessions will also resume at the site from Monday, June 17, taking place every Monday and Tuesday from 10am to 12 noon. The Salvation Army looks forward to continuing their important work in the community from their repaired and renewed building, with the support of their congregation and the wider community.
Great Yarmouth Salvation Army Citadel’s reopening marks a significant milestone for the congregation and community, as they are able to return to their building after an extended period of repairs. The completion of the work allows for the continuation of their church services, foodbank, and agency drop-in sessions, providing vital support to those in need in the area. The rededication meeting and subsequent activities demonstrate the Salvation Army’s commitment to serving the community and their celebration of being able to gather once again in their own space.
The Salvation Army in Great Yarmouth is grateful for the support they have received during the repair process, from hosting their services in a neighboring church to the assistance of their congregation and volunteers. With the reopening of their building, they are eager to resume their important work in the community, providing assistance to those in need and sharing their message of hope and faith. The return to the Great Yarmouth Salvation Army Citadel signifies a new chapter for the congregation, as they continue their mission to serve and support others in the local area.
