Histon

Twenty four hours a day, every day of the year, The Salvation Army provide care and support to people in need. In fact it's what we've done for over 150 years. It is what we continue to do today and it's what we will go on doing whenever and wherever there is injustice and pain in the world.

We help people affected by disasters or financial troubles. We help people who are experiencing homelessness or escaping violence. We help people trapped in addiction or battling mental illness.  We help anyone feeling hopeless. We are a community - a movement of people fighting injustice. Our donors and supporters- people like you - are as much a part of The Salvation Army as those working in our recovery centres or regional communities. 

Together we offer unconditional love and support, without discrimination. The Salvation Army is committed to delivering innovative and progressive services that empower people beyond their circumstances. Our services are as diverse as the areas of need within the communities in which we live. Together, we can really and truly make a difference in the lives of many.

If you would like to support the mission and ministry of Histon Salvation Army including our Care & Share Shop and our work in and around the villages of Histon & Impington, we would warmly welcome your contribution via our JustGiving Fundraising Page.

Thank you for all your help and support. It is very much appreciated and together, we can really make a difference in the lives of many.

We are delighted that we have been able to resume our in person services and gathered worship.

Of course we continue to do all that we can to ensure we remain COVID-Secure including making use of signing in using the NHS Track & Trace QR Code, Hand Sanitiser, providing as much ventilation as possible and the wearing of Face Coverings during services. These measures will continue to be reviewed on a regular basis and adapted where necessary.

We are able to enjoy refreshments following the service in our newly built community Hall and in our Garden Area where natural ventilation is far easier and where the benefits of our new bi-fold doors open out our new Hall so we are able to enjoy our wonderful outdoor space.

We would be delighted to see you and welcome you to join with us.

Our normal Sunday Services are as follows:

10.30am Morning Worship

Followed by refreshments

In the meantime, if there is anything we can assist with, do not hesitate to get in touch. We would be delighted to hear from you.

Christian faith during the week, when our doors are open to offer programmes and activities for the whole community.

Our week day activities are beginning to resume following our building refurbishment works and the restrictions of COVID-19. Watch this space for further details.

Our normal week day programme is:

Monday

As announced Discipleship Groups

Starting Monday 6th September 2021 - New Baby & Toddler group (Seedlings) for 0-4's and their families. 

Every Monday - 9.15am-11.15am (Term Time)

Play for the children and coffee, cake and chat for the adults.

£2 donation per family.

Email histon@salvationarmy.org.uk for more information or to book your place.

Tuesday

2pm - 3.15pm Connect Fellowship (Now Re-Open)

7:45pm - 8:45pm Band Practice (Starting early September)

As arranged with Bandmaster Learner Band Lessons

Woodcraft Folk - Chipmunk Elfins (External Hall Hire - Starting mid September)

See Chipmunk Elfins (Cambridge, Eastern) | Woodcraft Folk

Wednesday

1st Histon Brownies (External Hall Hire - Starting mid September all being well)

See Girlguiding Histon District - Brownies (btck.co.uk)

Thursday

7:30pm - 8:30pm Singing Group Practice (Re-starting early September)

Saturday

3rd Saturday 9.30am-11.30am Community Breakfast & Coffee Morning (Future Dates to be announced)

The Ladybird Play Group - Every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings (External Hall Hire)

See The Ladybird Play and Toddler Group – Learning through play (ladybirdplaygroup.co.uk)

We are delighted that we are back and open for business as usual.

Our opening hours are:

Monday-Friday - 9am-4pm

Saturday - 9.30am-12.30pm

If you wish to kindly donate items, we suggest phoning ahead on 01223 235 840 to ensure we are able to accept them and avoid disappointment and an unnecessary journey.

As always, thank you for all your continued help and support. It is very much appreciated and really helps to make a difference.

Stay safe and stay well and we very much look forward to seeing you soon.

All @ Histon Salvation Army Care & Share Shop

History

As a Church The Salvation Army has been part of the local Histon and Impington community since 1896. For 125 years we have operated on the basis of the financial giving of our Church members and the generosity of the public. In fact 100% of the profits from our Charity Shop on the High Street are spent on our local work supporting local people. The existing Corps building was small and limited the programme The Salvation Army is able to provide on site.

Re-development works

Histon Salvation Army has recently undergone some major extension and refurbishment works. The previous one large roomed Hall has been extended to the rear to incorporate a second Hall providing opportunities for both new community and Christian faith based activities. The re-development works offer greater flexibility and creativity through the provision of the two rooms. A new working office also makes it easier for Corps Officers to be on site to offer Chaplaincy and Support Services. Works commenced in mid February 2020 and the works completed around May 2021.

What do the works include?

• A new extension to the rear of the existing building;
• The provision of new toilets and a new much larger kitchen;
• The refurbishment of the existing Church Hall;
• Significantly improved accessibility for disabled and wheelchair users;
• Bi-fold doors to the rear garden creating a unique indoor and outdoor space.

These improvements have also enabled the existing playgroup; 'Ladybirds', to enjoy their own space whilst the church continues to grow through community outreach programmes.

The construction of this project has comprised modern, innovative and technological design features that all fully comply with environmental, safe mission and fire safety guidelines.

Hiring Hall / Facilities

If you would like to enquire about hiring any of our facilities, whether for a one off event or for a regular booking, please email histon@salvationarmy.org.uk or by calling 01223 236 788. We would be delighted to discuss your requirements and see whether we can be of any assistance and welcome you into our building / premises.

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Community Breakfast

Every 3rd Saturday - We'd love to see you.

Seedlings - Baby & Toddler Group

New Baby & Toddler group (Seedlings) for 0-4's and their families. 

Every Monday - 9.15am-11.15am (Term Time)

Play for the children and coffee, cake and chat for the adults.

£2 donation per family.

Email histon@salvationarmy.org.uk for more information or to book your place.