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THE CHOSEN AND THE SALVATION ARMY PARTNERSHIP CONTINUES BY BR AD ROWL AND With a nationwide release on the horizon, The Chosen premiered its third season on Tuesday, November 15 with a sparkling event to benefit The Salvation Army. The Chosen and The Salvation Army have an ongoing partnership that includes a permanent filming home for the Christian television drama on the grounds of Camp Hoblitzelle in Midlothian, Texas. Parts of the first two seasons were filmed at Camp Hoblitzelle, which now features a 30,000 square-foot soundstage and a permanently recreated village of Capernaum. Season three is now available to stream worldwide but, in advance of the release and a theoretical run that began on November 18, The Chosen held a teal-carpet premiere at the Fox Theater in Atlanta. The choice of a teal carpet, rather than traditional red, aligns with The Chosen’s branding and theme color. Fox Theater, a venue that seats more than 4,500 people, transformed into a prominent movie theater for the evening and, prior to the premiere of the first two episodes of season three, cast and crew from The Chosen engaged with press and fans. “The theme of season three is ‘Come to me, all you who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest,’” said series creator Dallas Jenkins. “The honeymoon phase is over, now the characters all have to deal with the costs and occasional
confusions of following the Messiah.” Following the premiere, Jenkins addressed the crowd and took questions, extolling the virtues of The Salvation Army and encouraging attendees to donate above and beyond the cost of tickets. Camp Hoblitzelle was the beneficiary of the evening’s fundraising effort.
Actor Jonathan Roumie, who plays Jesus in The Chosen
The Chosen series creator Dallas Jenkins engages with media on teal carpet.
The Chosen series creator Dallas Jenkins appears with full cast and crew at the conclusion of the premiere.
Zonal Leaders Conduct Support Visit to USA Southern Territory B Y LT. C O L O N E L A L L E N S AT T E R L E E
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Commissioners Edward and Shelley Hill, the International Secretary and Zonal Secretary for Women’s Ministries of the Americas and Carib-
Commissioners Edward and Shelley Hill listen as Bernie Dake, Director of THQ Communications for the USA Southern Territory, explains the operations of the Communications Department
bean Zone respectively, completed a support visit of the ministries and operations of the USA Southern Territory. The Hills, originally from the USA Western Territory, have also served in the Singapore, Malaysia, and Myanmar Territory as well as the Canada and Bermuda Territory before taking up their appointment in their current positions in 2021. As zonal leaders, they represent the General of The Salvation Army to the respective territories and commands in a zone but also represent the territories to the General and the rest of International Headquarters. The support visit was wide-ranging, including looking at the scope and magnitude of ministries and services, the health and fervency of evangelism and discipleship, the financial health as well as plans and projections for future growth and development in the territory. Commissioners Kelly and Donna Igleheart headed the Southern Territory’s preparation and presentations, ably aided by members of the territorial leadership team. Sandwiched between the busy schedule for the review were several other events. They started their week by ministering in the Sunday morning service at the Gwinnett County Corps. They also were special guests at the launch of the third season of the acclaimed television series, The “Zonal Leaders...” continued on page 2