Beauty & The Yeast

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Lynette Rowe
Lynette is an officer/pastor of The Salvation Army in Oshawa, ON. She loves being a wife, mother and grandmother. Her hobbies include singing and playing the guitar, crocheting and reading.

Kneading BreadBaking bread is one of the least things I enjoy doing or I should say, the preparations for making bread–the mixing and especially the kneading (ugh). Nevertheless, I find myself up to my elbows in flour at least once or twice a year, particularly when special people come to visit. By “special” I refer to those “dyed in the wool” Newfoundland relatives and friends who shy away from store bought “fog,” as they call it.

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Now, don’t get me wrong, I love homemade bread as much as the next person. The aroma and mouth-watering flavor of freshly baked bread is simply out of this world. So, when Jesus declares, “I am the bread of life,” (John 6:35), He receives my immediate and undivided attention. And so I ask, “Lord, what lessons can I learn from this interesting statement?”

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Jesus knew the reality of hunger and poverty in the day in which He lived. He knew we would always have the poor with us. ( John 12:8) In a recent release by the “World Food Programme,” these shocking statements were shared:

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Did you know that, according to the World Food Programme, hunger kills more people annually than AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis combined? Food is one of the most basic and sustaining life sources, and yet so many in the world go without it.
The facts of hunger:

  • Approximately 805 million people worldwide, most of them in the developing world, do not have enough to eat
  • 1 in 4 children in the world are physically and/or cognitively underdeveloped due to malnutrition
  • Nearly half (45%) of deaths of children under 5 are caused by poor nutrition
  • There is ample food in the world to ensure every person is healthy

So, why are so many people without food?

A variety of different factors can contribute to this, including:

  • Poverty
  • Remote location/lack of trade
  • Climate and weather
  • Natural disaster
  • Conflict
  • Health emergencies

God help us to ensure that we continue to be our “brother/sister’s keeper” (Genesis 4:9) and that we carry out the ministry to those less fortunate as seen in Matthew 25:35, “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat…”

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During this special time of the year we, in The Salvation Army, are engaged in Partners in Mission efforts in our various corps/churches. We fight to alleviate the physical hunger and poverty that exists throughout our world as we give our special offerings.

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But even more than the physical hunger, is the spiritual longing and hunger that exists in the heart of men and women today. There is a God shaped vacuum in the heart of each person that only God can fill. (Paschal).

Jesus, as The Bread of Life, satisfied and filled that deep hunger in my soul over 50 years ago. He continues to be sufficient for every day that I live. He is the source of all things good and wonderful. He is my salvation for today, tomorrow and throughout eternity.

Toast_jamWhen we eat our next slice of toast or bite into our sandwich at lunchtime, let’s say a little prayer for those who need our practical and spiritual support. May God help us to share our daily bread and His Son, The Bread of Life, with them!

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Code of Conduct for all Mission Partners of The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda

1. Purpose
To provide mission partners with guidelines regarding their expected behaviour while undertaking work on behalf of TSA. The code of conduct states TSA’s commitment to operating in an ethical and legal manner that aligns with TSA’s mission, vision, values and Orders and Regulations. The code of conduct serves as a foundational standard for other conduct-related operating policies.

2. Basic Principles
All mission partners are expected to behave in ways that are aligned with TSA’s mission and values.

2.1. Mission Statement:
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

2.2. Vision Statement
We are an innovative partner, mobilized to share hope wherever there is hardship, building communities that are just and know the love of Jesus.

2.3. Core Values:
Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.
Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.
Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

3. Conduct Expectations
The code of conduct provides guidelines for mission partner conduct. The code of conduct cannot cover every possible situation; mission partners are responsible for considering each issue in the context of TSA’s mission and values, recognizing that individual conduct may be understood as a reflection of TSA’s values, image, integrity and public trust. If a mission partner is unsure of a situation and needs guidance about their conduct or has concerns about the conduct of another person, they should speak with their supervisor or HR/officer personnel representative.

Mission partners will:
3.1. Comply with TSA policies and procedures.
3.2. Follow all applicable laws and at no time participate in, or assist others to participate in, any illegal, criminal or unethical activities.
3.3. Conduct themselves at all times with honesty, integrity and transparency.
3.4. Perform their defined duties to the best of their ability.
3.5. Treat others, including other mission partners, funders, clients and the public, with respect, dignity, fairness and courtesy.
3.6. Promote and support a work environment that is inclusive of all people and respects their unique abilities, strengths and differences.
3.7. Identify actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interest and disclose them to their supervisor to help minimize or eliminate the impact of such conflicts, which could influence or appear to influence their judgment and actions. Refer to GV 01.003 Conflict of Interest policy for additional direction and requirements.
3.8. Collect, use and disclose confidential information only in accordance with TSA policy and applicable privacy laws. Ensure all records, documents and communications are accurate and that privacy is maintained as required by GV
01.009 Privacy.
3.9. Conduct all business, service and ministry activities in a responsible manner, consistent with TSA’s values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship.
3.10. Always strive to create and maintain the highest health, safety, wellness and environmental standards in all facilities and work areas.
3.11. Take every reasonable precaution to protect the safety of oneself and others and report accidents (however minor) and near-misses (accidents that almost happened), risky behaviours, and instances where equipment and/or building
deficiencies could compromise the safety of a workplace.
3.12. Use information technology, including internet and email, in a professional and appropriate manner, in accordance with TSA policy (IT 02.001 Computers and Information Technology Acceptable Use).
3.13. Ensure they are fit to work and able to perform assigned duties as required by their job description safely, satisfactorily and in compliance with HR 10.002 Substance Impairment in the Workplace.

TSA expects mission partners will not:
3.14. Act in a discriminatory, harassing or violent way toward others.
3.15. Use their position in order to gain an advantage over or exploit the vulnerability of others.
3.16. Destroy or take for personal use any items belonging to or safeguarded by TSA without prior written approval.
3.17. Solicit (money or goods) from clients, donors, vendors, contractors or any person in a position to benefit from their association with TSA. Mission partners will adhere to the requirements of HR 04.002 Gifts, Speaking Fees, and Testimonials policy.
3.18. Give the appearance that they are speaking on behalf of TSA when not authorized to do so or engage in any activity that would negatively impact TSA’s reputation, brand or public image, including the use of personal social media
accounts.
3.19. Initiate contact with the media or respond to their inquiries, and instead will refer all media inquiries to their supervisor, their public relations representative or TSA’s communications department.
3.20. Use, abuse or misuse paid time, TSA resources or the equipment assigned to them.
3.21. Misuse their authority, abuse power, act irresponsibly, retaliate against someone who reports misconduct or exclude others from workplace events.

4. Officers: Orders and Regulations
In the event of a conflict between the provisions of the code of conduct and Orders and Regulations, the latter shall take precedence.

5. Violation of the Code
If a mission partner believes the law, the code of conduct or TSA’s policies may have been violated or are about to be violated, they should inform their supervisor or report their concern through the Whistleblower hotline (see GV 01.008 Whistleblower policy).

Violation of the code of conduct is a serious matter and could result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.