Grenfell History
The Salvation Army made its first appearance at Grenfell in 1887 in a tent on the Grenfell goldfields. Today, although small in number, the Army remains a vibrant presence in the southern NSW town.
Small beginnings
The Army made its first appearance in Grenfell on the night of Sunday-Monday 16-17 June 1887 in a tent on the Grenfell Goldfields. The Salvation Army didn’t stay in a tent for long. Staff-Captain Albiston travell...
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Making music
The Salvation Army in Grenfell has a long musical history. Pictured is the band (above) and songster brigade (below) in 1931. The band used to march down Grenfell’s main street regularly, alerting townsfolk to an...
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Rural Ministry - Cavalry Forts
Pioneering Salvos knew that being on hand to support Aussies through good times and bad was important, despite the challenges of such a large and harsh country.
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Rural Ministry - Field Units
In 1925 the then Salvation Army Chief Secretary, Colonel Walter Suttor, launched Australia's first rural motor-van at Bathurst.
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Grenfell Greats - Henry Lawson
Great Australian poet and writer, Henry Lawson, who was born in Grenfell, was inspired by the work of the Salvos and included them in many of his works.
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Grenfell Greats - Roy Nash
The Salvation Army in Grenfell has produced its fair share of outstanding Salvationists. Present-day greats include Roy Nash.
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The Salvation Army in Grenfell today
The Salvation Army remains a small but vibrant presence in Grenfell today, with visitations to clubs, pubs, hospitals and nursing homes; a Bible study and prayer meeting at the Family Store on Wednesday mornings and regu...
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