ABOUT THE CHOIR
The Central Territorial Staff Songsters (CTSS), a choir of The Salvation Army, was formed in January 2020 and meets four to five times a year for rehearsals and performances. Location of performances and rehearsal weekends rotate to bring ministry to various commands throughout the USA Central Territory, and beyond. Repertoire reflects a wide variety of vocal music expressions including traditional choral, contemporary, and gospel genres.
Involvement in the music ministry of CTSS requires each member to be a soldier in good standing and have had a soul-saving experience. In order to exhibit the love of God and share the gospel of Jesus Christ, each Staff Songster must have a first-hand knowledge of the Savior and His love.
The 40 members of CTSS range from ages 18-71 and are from all walks of life, from students to working professionals in fields from engineering and publishing to employees and officers (pastors) in The Salvation Army. All give of their time voluntarily to the staff songsters as well as to their local corps (churches) and songster brigades
The CTSS looks forward to the future that God has planned for this group and we hope to see you at one of our events.
Mission
- To spread the message of Jesus Christ, in line with the mission of The Salvation Army.
- To promote the use of vocal music throughout the territory through performance and education.
Latest Release
WORTHY TO BE PRAISED!
Experience the latest recording from the Central Territorial Staff Songsters, celebrating worship, excellence, and the message of Christ through song.
PERSONNEL
CENTRAL TERRITORIAL STAFF SONGSTERS
LEADERSHIP
Executive Officer
Major Carla Voeller
Songster Leader
Matt Woods
Deputy
Jon Weller
PERSONNEL
Soprano
Brianne Bowers
Charlotte Hall
Kelly Hanton
Carol Huffman
Heidi Kidaguian
Amy Kruger-Cross
Evie Polsley
Ava Shiels
Heidi Strand
Laurie Strand
Carla Voeller
Alto
Naomi Briceno
Jamie Curry
Lori Gjovig
Amanda Hanton
Praise Hellstrom
Sarah Leka
Michelle Polsley
Johanna Pook
Natalie Shiels
Caroline Wajda
Nicola Woods
Tenor
Jason Bigelow
Keegan Hanton
Jon Heaver
Aaron Johnson
Emmanuel Leka
Mark Nottle
Marc Smith
Christopher White
Bass
Hunter Gjovig
Kevin Hodges
Scott Hurula
Tim Meyer
Jack Strand
Karl Strand
Jonathon Weller
Rhythm Section
Kathy Hellstrom Piano
Isaac Leka Bass Guitar
Mike Hanton Percussion
Special Assignments
Emily Aukes Media
Karen Salsbury Travel Coordinator
Interested in becoming a member?
Fill out the form and email to: matt.woods@usc.salvationarmy.org
upcoming events
| Event | Date & Time | Group | Details |
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| Commissioning |
June 12, 2026 All Day Event |
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| Cadets Welcome |
September 11, 2026 7:00 pm |
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| Central Territorial Staff Songsters Weekend – OPEN |
November 12, 2026 All Day Event |
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| CTSS & TYC Weekend |
March 4, 2027 All Day Event |
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| Commissioning |
June 11, 2027 All Day Event |
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