Moving to a new appointment is a way of life for Salvation Army officers. As dedicated pastors and leaders, Salvation Army officers serve wherever their skills are needed. The average appointment for a Salvation Army officer is between 3 years and 5 years, so when Capt. Derrick Smith and his wife, Capt. Odessa Smith, received a call from Salvation Army leadership saying they were being moved, they were not surprised. But they were surprised to learn that they were selected to serve as Divisional Youth Secretaries for the state of Texas.
“Leading youth to Christ has always been at the heart of our ministry,” said Capt. Odessa Smith. “We are thrilled for this opportunity to serve Him in Texas!”
The Smiths have served in the Henderson community for three years. Their last day of service to the Salvation Army of Henderson is Sunday, May 29, 2022.
“We know that God has solid plans for The Salvation Army in Henderson and are grateful that we were appointed here,” said Capt. Derrick Smith. “While we look forward to what God has in store for us in Texas, we will deeply miss our friends and partners in Henderson. We have been blessed to work among people truly dedicated to serving others.”
The Salvation Army will receive its new officers, Captains Joshua and Amanda Keaton, in late June, hailing from their most recent appointment in Concord, North Carolina.