Oldbury

From running food banks and checking up on people who live alone, to offering counselling and support to those currently experiencing homelessness, Salvation Army churches all over the country work with some of the most vulnerable people in society.

If you’re able to make a donation…

Please visit the Oldbury Corps JustGiving page and donate what you can.

If you fancy fundraising for us…

Please go to www.salvationarmy.org.uk/fundraise-us for lots of fun ideas and resources.

If you are ready to start fundraising now, you can start collecting sponsorship by setting up your JustGiving page here: www.justgiving.com/salvationarmy –

and let us know what your plans are by filling in this short form www.salvationarmy.org.uk/other-ways-fundraise/tell-us-about-your-event so that we can make sure you have everything you need. Besides - we’d love to hear from you!

Let’s transform the lives of as many people in our community as possible. Thank you.

Please note that due to COVID-19 we are not currently meeting for Sunday worship. Please see our Facebook page for any updates.

10:30am Morning Worship with Kidz Time for ages 2 - 6 years

5:00pm Evening Worship

On the first Sunday of each Month, during term time, we have Family Service where worship is led by the KidsKlub and Shockin team.

Please note that due to COVID-19 we are not currently meeting for our weekday activities. Please see our Facebook page for any updates.

Tuesday

9:30am - 11:30am Community Cafe

A place where people can COME, MEET, BE.

We want people to come together to meet other people from the community and just be themselves in a safe, friendly and welcoming environment.

The Community Cafe is to be a place for all people, of all ages, at the heart of their local community.   A place where as a Church we can radiate God’s love and reach out in practical ways to the people we come into contact with.  We aim to build relationships that are long lasting, offer help, support, prayer and a listening ear.

The Community Cafe also wants to give people the opportunity to explore their more creative side.  We aim to work towards a variety of 'craft' projects throughout the year to contribute to different aspects of our community.

7:30pm - 9:30pm Band and Songster Practice

Please contact 0121 550 1419 for more details.

Wednesday 

8:00pm Community Choir

Held on alternate Wednesday evenings at 8:00pm, a wide and dedicated group of singers meet to sing through popular music from all genres and musical spheres.  Your talent only needs to be that you can sing or at least have a ‘can do attitude’!  Everyone is welcome, please contact 0121 552 6901 for more details.

Friday

 9:30am Gardening Group

The church and community centre is on a 2 acre plot and during the growing season requires a lot of love and attention.  We have a volunteer team who work in all weathers on a Friday morning to love and nurture God’s creation, please come and be part of this group for enjoying God’s creation and companionship together.  For more details please contact 0121 552 6901.

6:00pm KidzKlub

KidzKlub for ages 4 to 11 years at 6:00pm on a Friday evening, during term time.  A great time is had by everyone through watching a pantomime, playing games and worshiping through songs and stories.

7:45pm Shockin

Shockin for the older age group of 11 to 16 years, again held on a Friday evening and at 7:45pm, during term time.  This part of the evening offers a place where young people can come and chill out with their friends, play team games and share some of this time in our ‘Time for God Spot’.

Please note that due to COVID-19 we are not currently meeting for KidzKlub, Shockin and Messy Church. Please see our Facebook page for any updates.

Mission Statement

We will deliver the good news of Jesus Christ to children and their families in a creative, relevant and fun way by showing His love for all people through our lives.

KidzKlub for ages 4 to 11 years at 6:00pm on a Friday evening, during term time.  A great time is had by everyone through watching a pantomime, playing games and worshiping through songs and stories.

Shockin for the older age group of 11 to 16 years, again held on a Friday evening and at 7:45pm, during term time.  This part of the evening offers a place where young people can come and chill out with their friends, play team games and share some of this time in our ‘Time for God Spot’.

At the end of each term Winter, Spring and Summer.  We have Messy Church, for all ages and family groups to join in with some creative fun, games and worship.  At the end of our time together we share in a light buffet.  This again is held on a Friday evening at 6:00pm until 7:30pm.  It usually takes place on the second to last Friday before the local schools break up.

The entrance fee for any of these activities is £1 per child per week, with the exception to Messy Church which is 50p per child. They can be contacted on 07790 000 048 for further details.

Our Care and Share shop is set within our local community in Warley.  This shop provides a wide range of quality clothes, home items and entertainment media from across the years. 

*Reopening on Monday 12th April 9am-4pm and will be open through to Thursday 15th April before normal hours resume from Monday 19th April*

The Opening Hours are

Monday to Saturday 9am -4pm

Closed Sundays and Bank Holidays

A warm welcome awaits all of our customers!

Volunteering positions are available on application to the Shop Manager.

Please bring your donations to the shop as we can always make use of the items you don't think have life anymore. We can accept:

• Good quality clothing
• Accessories
• Linens (including curtains and fabrics)
• Homeware
• Books, CDs and DVDs
• Toys

Please do ensure that donations are in good condition and that they are handed to our staff or volunteers during opening hours (items left outside the shop can be damaged or stolen).

We’re sorry but we cannot accept any furniture items or electrical appliances.

Charity Shop Manager Mrs Theresa Avery

Assistant Charity Shops Managers Mrs Maria Roddy-Gibbons

273 Londonderry Lane, Smethwick, West Midlands, B68 9NE

United Kingdom

Phone: 0121 5525472

Tuesdays 4.30pm till 7.00pm

Every Tuesday our Employment Plus team provide an open access employability service. No need for an appointment just visit us during the above time with a form of identification, whereupon our team of Employability professionals are on hand to support your needs – whether this be:

• Help with Job Searching and advice meeting your Claimant Commitment
• Support navigating the benefit system, including making your Job Centre Plus claim
• Help improving your CV
• Money Management, Tenancy Support, Interview Techniques etc
• If your struggling on Universal Credit we can offer help and advice around payments and deductions
• Digital Inclusion – helping you access the internet and use a computer safely
• Plus, much more including refreshments

During these testing times during the Pandemic we are running this service remotely. You can still access this support through the freephone number 0800 652 4276.

Monday – Friday 9:00am till 4.30pm

The Employment Plus team utilise the room GP4 as a HUB to run their many contracts across the West Midlands. There is usually someone on hand to offer advice and guidance etc. however we would encourage you to call the freephone number, 0800 652 4276, especially during the current pandemic as all staff are working remotely.