Meet the Missionaries
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Majors Alan & Mary Gonzalez
Spain & Portugal Command
Corps Officers of Palma de Mallorca Corps (Spanish Congregation) & Mallorca Palma Nova Corps (Bilingual Congregation)
Term began: July 2019
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In May of 1971 the work was begun in Spain and in July of that same year in Portugal. From the start, the social work was recognized but in 2009, became established and recognized as a church by a decree from the Minister of Justice.
The Gonzalez’ last appointment was as CO’s of Winston-Salem (Citadel), NC. Major Alan writes the Spanish page in the War Cry.
Special Dates
Birthdays: Alan, April 12 & Mary, July 13
Anniversary: August 1
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Lt. Colonels Kelly & Donna Igleheart
Southern Africa Territory
Chief Secretary & Territorial Secretary for Women’s Ministries
Term began: August 1, 2015
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The work in South Africa began in 1883 and has faced many difficult situations over the years getting established on solid footing. The Army re-established a presence in January 2008 and received official recognition in March of that year.
Most recently the Iglehearts were our Territorial Program Secretaries, and are known and loved throughout the USA South for their work with youth and love of missions. The Iglehearts have 3 grown daughters.
Special Dates
Birthdays: Kelly, October 29 & Donna, April 30
Anniversary: June 20, 1981
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Captains Mike & Cathy Michels
Caribbean Territory
Public Relations & Development Secretary, IT Consultant (Mike) and Secretary for Spiritual Life Development, League of Mercy & Retired Officers (Cathy)
Term began: July 1, 2017
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The work began as early as 1887 in Kingston Jamaica and now includes 17 countries speaking 5 different languages. There are 129 corps, with almost 11,750 soldiers and near 4,000 Jr. soldiers.
The Michels for some time have expressed an interest in international service. Their last appointment was for 4 years as Corps Officers in Frederick, MD.
Special Dates
Birthdays: Mike, October 11 & Cathy, June 4
Anniversary: January 23, 1985
Daughter Cami’s Birthday: November 15, 2003
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Captains Ashish & Sandra Pawar
Australia Territory
Multi Cultural Plant Officers for the Blacktown Corps
Term began: August 2014
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Two Christian Mission converts pioneered the work in Australia in 1880 and it was organized into two Territories in 1921.
Prior to this assignment, the Pawars served as Corps Officers in London for four years. Their last appointment in the US was as Corps Officers for the South Atlanta Kroc Center.
Special Dates
Birthdays: Ashish, January 16 & Sandra, August 20
Anniversary: October 25, 2008
Children’s Birthdays: Priya Grace, February 9, 2011 & Alina Rose, November 3, 2013
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Captains Andy & Monica Seiler
Italy & Greece Command
Director of the Rome Social Center & Guesthouse, & Support Officer to the Finance Department (Andy)
Corps Officer of Rome Corps & Chaplaincy for the Rome Social Center
Term began: July 1, 2019
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The flag was unfurled in 1887 but had to be removed. In 1893 the work was re-established and was recognized as a charitable organization. It wasn’t until 2009 that it received legal status as a religious body.
Andy was commissioned in 2012 and Monica in 2009. Their last appointment before going overseas was as Corps Officers in Roanoke, Va. They have 2 sons.
Special Dates
Birthdays: Andy, January 8 & Monica, March 24
Anniversary: June 20
Children’s Birthdays: Elijah, October 14, 2011 & Benjamin, April 9, 2015
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Captains Robert & Glenis Viera
United Arab Emirates (Middle East Region)
Corps Officers as well as Assistant Regional Officers
Term began: July 1, 2018
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The Salvation Army was begun by expatriate Salvationists from South Asia. Officers were appointed there in 2008 and it was recognized as a Region in 2011.
When commissioned in 2008, they served in this region till Sept. 2010. Daughter, Alana was born in Kuwait. Most recent appointment was at DHQ in the Carolinas
Special Dates
Birthdays: Robert, February 6 & Glenis, November 8
Anniversary: February 5
Children’s Birthdays:Leyla – December 13, 2011 Alana — August 23, 2010
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Captains Chris & Jessica Welch
Italy & Greece Command
Corps Officers of Torre Pellice Corps
Term began: August 1, 2015
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The flag was unfurled in 1887 but had to be removed. In 1893 the work was re-established and was recognized as a charitable organization. It wasn’t until 2009 that it received legal status as a religious body. In 2011, Greece became part of the command.
Captains Welch entered training from Winter Haven, FL and were commissioned in 2012 as Corps Officers in Ft. Walton Beach, FL. Jessica is originally from Italy.
Special Dates
Birthdays: Chris, July 22 & Jessica, April 30
Anniversary: May 30, 2009
Children’s Birthdays: Liam Matteo, April 14, 2014 & Rafaël Zane, June 3, 2018
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Majors Bobby & Anne Westmoreland
Denmark & Greenland Territory
Chief Secretary and Territorial Youth Secretary
Term began: July 1, 2017
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The work began in Denmark in 1887 and in 2015 in Greenland by Danish officers. There are over 1,200 soldiers attending more than 30 corps. The Army operates 4 recycling centers and numerous thrift stores throughout the country.
The Westmorelands have both given previous international service, most recently in Ukraine and the Republic of Georgia. Their last appointment in the US Southern Territory was as the Territorial Youth Secretaries.
Special Dates
Birthdays: Bobby, April 23 & Anne, July 28
Anniversary: December 28, 1992
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Majors Dieter & Barbara Zimmerer
Spain & Portugal Command
Corps Officers of Denia Corps & Directors of Camp Sharon Conference Center
Term began: July 2011
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Since December 1971, The Salvation Army has enjoyed full legal rights and has been permitted to carry on its work without hindrance. Spain is a Command with headquarters in Madrid.
Previously the Zimmerers served in Germany, Spain and Scotland. Dieter was born in Germany, but trained to be an officer in the South. Their last appointment was as COs in Greenwood, NC.
Special Dates
Birthdays: Dieter, October 18 & Barbara, October 21
Anniversary: June 28, 1985
Daughter Christina’s Birthday: July 30, 1999
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