But how can they call on him to save them unless they believe in him? And how can they believe in him if they have never heard about him? And how can they hear about him unless someone tells them?

Without Sandes I really don’t think I could of passed out. The superintendent listened in a quiet manner that calmed the most distressed of recruits. Sandes itself was a fantastic service. It was a place where recruits could go without feeling the pressure of ranks or eyes upon them. It was the single place on camp that I saw people completely relax.

On taking over as Senior Chaplain at Pirbright I saw firsthand the enormous worth that Sandes has within the military. I was extremely impressed by the dedication of the staff in providing such an excellent service for the recruits. Many told me that without Sandes, they would not have gone the distance and passed their 12 week phase one course.

I am writing as a recruit at ATC Pirbright, to express my gratitude for the excellent facility provided by the Sandes Centre here on camp. My fellow recruits and I have found it a wonderful haven of warmth and friendship in which to relax, purchase helpful items, and feel welcome, at a time when some of us have felt alone, or simply stressed out. The staff are universally polite, friendly and caring. They go out of their way to make us feel welcome and noticed, and by their presence reassure us that there is a friendly face, and someone to talk to should we need it.