‘Muchas gracias, Commissioner’
Thanks to Knaggs’ vision and Rosetta Stone, Western officers are learning new languages. By Jeff Martin, Major The Salvation Army Western Territory, working directly with Rosetta Stone, implemented an online platform so that officers can learn the language of their choice. At the
Monterey Peninsula Corps dedicates new housing units
Transitional housing program helps families end homelessness. By Ted Elisee The Salvation Army Monterey Peninsula Corps dedicated six new transitional housing units on its land in Seaside, Calif., thanks to a generous legacy from Patricia Garvey. The townhouses will house homeless families who
promoted to glory_Major Erik Sholin
Major Erik Sholin, 63, was promoted to Glory Jan. 18 from Queen’s Hospital in Honolulu, Hawaii. Erik William Sholin was born in Sacramento, Calif., on May 6, 1949, to George and Eva Sholin. He was named for a family friend, Erik
promoted to glory_ Major Francis L. Ragland
Major Francis L. Ragland, 76, was promoted to Glory Jan. 23 from Stockton, Calif. Francis Ragland was born Dec. 4, 1936, in Gillette, Wyo. His father died while Ragland and his four siblings were still young. His mother remarried, and the
promoted to glory_ Lt. Colonel David Allen
Lt. Colonel David Allen, 83, was promoted to Glory Jan. 11 from his home in Menifee, Calif. David Royal Allen was born July 13, 1929, in Mt. Vernon, Wash., the son of Captains John and Amy Allen. While his parents served
Australia Eastern Territory offers scholarships
The Salvation Army will provide support for PhD students schooling in social justice, welfare and community services. A new scholarship program, offered by a partnership between The Salvation Army Australia Eastern Territory (AET) and Macquarie University, Faculty of Human Sciences, will
Malaysia Salvation Army continues outreach to refugees
Army’s Help Centre moves into its second year. The Salvation Army Kuala Lumpur Corps in Malaysia rented a shop in early 2012 in Pudu to open a Help Centre for refugees that continues its assistance today. According to the United Nations High
New media push reaches youth
The Salvation Army in Canada has embarked on a campaign to address issues facing Canada’s youth. The Salvation Army in Canada embarked on an innovative, hard-hitting advertising campaign designed to address issues facing youth there. The Army placed wall posters in more
Elsewhere in the world
UK (IRELAND)—The Belfast Sydenham Corps raised over $32,000 for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Territory to build a health clinic in Kingankeno, purchase 40 bicycles for officers in Kisangani and Lubumbashi, and ship clothing, other supplies and 20 band
‘Limelight’ film company takes center stage
A new publication gives The Salvation Army’s “Limelight Department” long overdue recognition. By Buffy Lincoln The Salvation Army’s Heritage Centre in Sydney, Australia, recently sent delegates to the launch of “Picture Shows in the Marrickville and Newtown Districts 1898-2012,” a book written
Red Wings skate for the Army
Proceeds to benefit Bed & Bread Program in Metro Detroit By Andrea Kenski The Detroit Red Wings Alumni Association faced off at the Troy Sports Center in Troy, Mich., against the Oakland Jr. Grizzlies, Troy Sting and the Troy Youth Hockey Association
Finding warmth this winter
Salvation Army warming centers offer shelter from the freezing cold. A roof, cot, and blanket might not look like much, but The Salvation Army’s warming centers can be the difference between life and death for some around the country as forecasters