Elsewhere in the world
Poland—In her latest newsletter, Colonel Vibeke Krommenhoek, leader of Project Warsaw, reports a successful Christmas season; The Salvation Army helped many in need. A large donation of toys and goods from American, English and Dutch Salvationists went to a local
Around the U.S.
Texas—Southwest Airlines has teamed up with The Salvation Army, donating items left on board planes for sale in Army thrift stores. The lost coats, books, cell phones, gloves and other items not claimed within five days are sent to the Southwest
African adventure
Following are excerpts from a recent newsletter by Western officer Lt. Colonel Jolene Hodder. She serves in Kenya as leader of women’s ministries, with her husband, Lt. Colonel Kenneth Hodder, chief secretary. In mid-February, we welcomed a new session of cadets.
General and Mrs. Bramwell Tillsley visit Moore Street
by Mike Verbout - Recently, General and Mrs. Bramwell Tillsley (Ret.) visited the Portland Moore Street Corps, for a weekend themed “Holiness—living a life for God’s purpose.” Friday evening focused on teens and college age youth from Moore Street and surrounding corps.
Tucson Amphi Corps’ 35th Anniversary
by Dorothy Harvey, Colonel - Highlighting 35 years of corps ministry, the Tucson Amphi Corps (Ariz.) celebrated with Commissioner Phil Swyers dedicating a newly renovated playground and enrolling new soldiers. The Territorial Commander also brought the holiness message to the united
North by Northwest
The territorial band ministers in the Northwest Division. by Ralph E. Pearce - The West’s Territorial Band, led by Bandmaster Neil Smith, continued its mission to bring musical and spiritual inspiration to fellow musicians, participating in recent events in the Northwest Division.
Superstore donates materials for needy kids
Staples provides school supplies for children in Oroville, Calif. by Stefanie Segur - In the small but growing town of Oroville, Calif., The Salvation Army has been blessed with countless boxes of donated goods thanks to their local Staples, Instead of shipping
And the WOW goes on
Win One Woman initiative to continue through 2008. by Pat Swyers, Commissioner - Psalm 40:5 says, “Many, O Lord my God, are the wonders you have done. The things you planned for us no one can recount to you; were I to
Cascade Division welcomes new leaders
Majors Donald and Arvilla Hostetler installed by Commissioners Kenneth and Barbara Hood. Recently, the Cascade Division officially welcomed and installed Majors Donald and Arvilla Hostetler as divisional commander and divisional director of women’s ministries, respectively. The ceremony took place during the
World Day of Prayer March 7
On March 7, become part of the 2008 World Day of Prayer along with people from various races, cultures and traditions who join their voices together in prayer annually on the first Friday in March. The World Day of Prayer
Phoenix South Mountain Corps’ school outreach
Connection between corps and school leads to new junior soldiers. The Phoenix South Mountain Corps, led by Majors Guy and Denise Hawk, has found ways to give the kids at nearby Rose Linda Elementary School access to the good news of
Junior Soldier Advancement Campaign
Eight-week initiative highlights importance of junior soldier program. March 2—Junior Soldier Enrollment and Renewal Sunday—kicks off the Territorial Junior Soldier Advancement Campaign, “In My Father’s House.” The campaign is designed to renew awareness and interest about the junior soldier program throughout the