Street Corps

Once again this Christmas, we hope to be able to provide toys and gifts to those who would otherwise struggle, along with a hamper of festive food.  We work with local schools, health visitors and social services to identify those who would benefit from some help.

We are collecting new, unwrapped toys and gifts and food to be able to fulfil this. 

Suggested Gift List for Children and Young People

We believe every child deserves a new gift at Christmas so we are unable to take used or second hand items for the Christmas Present Appeal.

• 0-3 years:  dolls, teddy bears, cot mobiles, baby clothes, bath toys, puzzles
• 3-5: dolls and action figures, cars, lorries, colouring sets, pencils, crayons, books, puzzles
• 5-9: educational games & toys, stationery (colouring sets, pencils, crayons, school sets), books, puzzles, wordsearch, crosswords
• 9-12: games and toys, stationery, books, t-shirts, hair accessories, gloves, scarves, hats
• 13-16: books, make-up and toiletries (please try to ensure non-allergic ingredients if possible), gloves, scarves, hats, t-shirts, hair accessories and gift vouchers

Suggested festive food donations

As well as our usual food donations, we would welcome donations of:

• Mince pies
• Christmas or sponge puddings
• Boxes of chocolates /  selection packs
• Boxes of Biscuits
• Savoury snacks 

We are unable to accept homemade items due to Natasha's Law.

If you're able to help, please drop all donations of toys and food to The Salvation Army hall on Goswell Road by Friday 6th December.

By giving a gift to our Christmas Present Appeal you can make a real difference in someone’s life at Christmas, thank you.

You can also donate to our Christmas Appeal securely online via our Just Giving page at https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/thesalvationarmychristmas-2024-433

All are welcome to join us for brunch on Saturday 30th November at this special event, "Christmas Unboxing", where every child will receive a box and activities to explore what Christmas is all about; see the poster below

No charge, but donations will be welcomed.  

With Christmas fast approaching here’s a list of all our proposed dates and activities.  More details will be published as each event approaches, so do listen out for the notices on Sundays, or keep an eye on this website and our Facebook page.

•  Saturday 30th November 9.30-11.30am 

  Christmas Unboxing - A family event with brunch and children's’ activity.

• Sunday 1st  December 10.30am 

  Christmas Café Church - Please bring your toy and food donations for our Christmas Appeal to this service.

• Tuesday 2nd & Wednesday 3rd December 9.30-11.30am

  Christmas Toddler Groups - festive celebrations for our regular toddler families.

• Saturday 7th December  11:00am to 4.00pm

  Street Festive Market - we'll be out with our market stall selling some affordable Christmas gifts.

• Sunday 15th December time TBA

  Carol Service and Christmas Lunch - join us for our carol service followed by a Christmas Lunch.  Booking essential for lunch!

• Wednesday 18th December 1.45pm

  Christmas Home League - Christmas themed ladies fellowship.

• Saturday 21st December 4:00pm

  Christmas Moview Afternoon - a family Christmas Movie afternoon, free entry, but drinks and snacks will be available to buy.

• Sunday 22nd December 5.00pm

  Candlelight Carol Service - always a very special service, come along and celebrate the saviour's birth in a lovely candlelit setting followed by refreshments.

• Wednesday 25th December 10.30am

  Christmas Day Service - Christmas celebration worship followed by tea/coffee.
   

Our foodbank works by referrals from local agencies (such as Citizens Advice, Health Visitors, Village Agents, Local Schools etc) to ensure that you are getting all of the help that is available to you.  We will usually take one self referral per month if necessary.  If you need help, then please contact one of those agencies listed, but you can also reach us directly on 07511 313 339.

We always welcome donations of in date, non-perishable foods*.  We've been blessed by many donations lately from local schools and groups for Harvest, so our shelves are well stocked.  However, demand is still high, and we are preparing for our Christmas food parcels, so we'd be very grateful of any of the items below (updated 21 Nov 2024):

• Tinned Meat (including Fray Bentos pies)
• Jars of Cooking Sauces
• Tinned Spaghetti
• Tinned Ravioli
• Tinned Fruit
• Tinned Custard / Rice Pudding
• Breakfast Cereal
• UHT Milk
• Instant Coffee
• Tea Bags (packs of 80)
• Fruit Squash
• Biscuits
• Crisps & Savoury Snacks
• Christmas or Sponge Puddings
• Mince Pies
• Boxes of bicuits
• Boxes of chocolates
• Selection Packs
• And we're always grateful for strong shopping bags!

*we cannot accept any homemade items as due to "Natasha's Law" all ingredients and allergens must be listed on any items we provide.

We also welcome financial donations. We regularly spend money at the moment to buy items that we have low stock of, plus purchase fresh or frozen food and Aldi vouchers.  You can donate funds to us, either directly at the corps, or by visiting our Just Giving page at the link on the bottom of this page.

10.30am - 11:30am Morning Worship

All are welcome to our worship services

If you've never been to a Salvation Army worship meeting, they don't follow a set pattern or have set words to recite.  They usually include hymns and worship songs, prayer, bible reading and a talk. Refreshments are served afterwards, and the opportunity for a chat.

First Sunday of the month is our 'Church Family Sunday' - an informal café style service - we serve refreshments halfway through.

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

Monday to Friday 

All day - Food Bank

Referrals are received from local agencies to ensure that people are receiving all the help they need.

Donations - see our regular posts about particular items that are needed.

Monday

10:00am - 12:00pm Job Club 

Representatives from Job Centre Plus in Wells are here to offer help and advice - computers are available for job searching.  Tea and Coffee provided.

Tuesday

9:30am - 11:30am Parent & Toddlers (term time only)

Come and meet with other parents while your little ones play; we welcome children from birth until they start school. We have a baby area with soft blankets and baby seats as well as toys for the older ones. Drinks and snacks provided throughout.

Wednesday

9:30am - 11:30am Parent & Toddlers (term time only)

See above 

9:30am - 11:30am Paper Sales in Wells

Outside Cafe Nero/Waterstones - always happy to chat and/or pray with you

1:45pm - 2:45pm Ladies Fellowship (Home League) 

A time of worship and fellowship together, usually involves lots of laughter and a cup of tea!

(Please note the updated time of this group!)

Thursday

9:00am - 3:00pm Street Market 

You can usually find our stall near the Post Office. Come and find yourself a bargain!

We're always looking for donations of new or nearly new items for stock.  All money raised on the stall directly supports our work.

Friday

10:00am - 12:00pm Coffee Morning 

Tea, coffee, bacon rolls, toasted teacakes and the chance for a chat.

Keep up to date with all that's happening at the Corps - newsletters are published on the last Sunday of every month. Read the latest one by clicking on the link below.

Street Parish Council and Somerset County Councillor Liz Leyshon have put together an information sheet for Street residents with useful information of all the sources of help and support that are available in Street and the surrounding area.

Click on the link below to view and download the leaflet.