Meet the Officer – Major Chris Clarke

1. What is your current appointment, and what do you find most satisfying about it? 

Corps Officer Marion (SA/NT), where people find a place of safety to explore the love God.

2. Away from the appointment – if that’s possible! – what do you do to relax or unwind? 

I enjoy a good coffee at a scenic location, somewhere along the great beaches in Adelaide, if possible. We enjoy caravanning, although never as much as we would like. I do enjoy a competitive games night!

3. What’s a favourite Christian song and why do you like it? 

Trust in God by Elevation Worship is a favourite at present. I recently had the privilege of attending the International College for Officers, and this became our session song. I have three teenagers and a 10-year-old, so we listen to a lot of their music. Forrest Frank’s Your Way is Better is pretty good also.

4. If you could have a good talk with a biblical character apart from Jesus, who would it be and what would you talk about? 

Joseph! Such an inspiring story of resilience, forgiveness and overcoming incredible odds. So much to learn for all of us.

5. If you were talking to a group of Salvationists and they asked if you recommended officership or not, what would you say?

It’s a tough gig, but so are most jobs that involve leading people, strategic planning and social welfare. Don’t do it unless you are sure that God is calling, directing, and leading you into it. Pray, test the waters and pray again if this is the path for you. Officership has given me some wonderful opportunities, life skills and many great friendships. When it’s tough, it’s really tough, but when it’s great, it’s amazing! Above all, trust in God, for he will never fail.