Army responds to storms, tornadoes on Arkansas, Oklahoma
The Salvation Army is providing food, hydration as well as emotional and spiritual care to areas in Moore and Sand Springs Oklahoma to first responders, volunteers and survivors of a series of tornadoes. On Thursday, Governor Mary Fallin toured areas
Tim Tebow to help Army battle homelessness
Former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow will partner with The Salvation Army of Manatee County, Fla., to raise funds for individuals facing homelessness in the city. According to the Bradenton Herald, the Heisman Trophy winner will be the guest of honor and
Paying tribute to ‘the people’s General’
Celebrating the life of General Eva Burrows, the Army’s 13th international leader By William Roberts, Commissioner - A daughter of Salvation Army officer parents, Eva Evelyn Burrows was born Sept. 15, 1929, in Newcastle, Australia. She committed her life to God for
‘Trust and Obey’
[gss gallery ids="17992,17993,17973,17974,17977,17976,17978,17979,17981,17982,17983,17985,17987,17988,17984,17989,17986,17990,17991"] When we walk with the Lord In the light of His Word, What a glory He sheds on our way; While we do His good will, He abides with us still, And with all who will trust and obey. Trust and obey, for there’s no
Jackie Chan supports ‘Warm Action’ in Hong Kong
The Salvation Army and the Outdoor Store help senior citizens stay warm and healthy. The Salvation Army in Hong Kong, supported by actor Jackie Chan and The Outdoor Shop, delivered over 280 coats to older adults in need, to help keep
Salvation Army team in Vanuatu assesses urgent need
Four Salvation Army emergency services team members in Vanuatu are conducting needs assessments, working closely with the government and in partnership with other agencies, to determine needs and form a plan for the distribution of food and other essentials. “After having
Bible study at Alaska’s Capitol
Once a week, public officials begin their day at a ministry led by Salvation Army officers. Alaska’s state legislature is currently in session, and once each week, a group of public officials meet for a Bible study led by Lt. Lance
Learning Zone staff meet at national convention
By Christopher Vilevac - Northeast Ohio Division prioritizes after-school programs. The Salvation Army of Northeast Ohio sent nine Learning Zone staff members to the National AfterSchool Association (NAA) convention in National Harbor, Md, along with over 2,000 after-school professionals to learn, engage,
Corps, ARC stand ‘United’
By Shari Fowler - Event joins ARC, corps and social service ministries to continue momentum of Harvest Initiative Over 1,000 Salvationists and friends from the adult rehabilitation centers (ARC), corps and social service ministries of the Southern California Division gathered in Pasadena
‘Homeless gatherings’ serve Orange County
OC614 adopts a relational approach to reach the homeless community. By Julie Chung - Orange County, Calif., carries an affluent reputation, but it comes at a cost—literally. A general cost of living that is 63 percent above the national average makes Orange County
‘Strictly to serve’
Get to know the new National Advisory Board chairman By Marlene Klotz-Collins - Bill Burke, senior vice president of marketing for Nationwide Insurance, assumed a new role as chairman of The Salvation Army National Advisory Board in January. Yet, serving others is
Chuuk Corps hosts nutrition workshops
[gss gallery ids="17877,17876,17883,17878,17879,17882,17880,17881"] Addressing health concerns on Micronesia’s most populous state Poor nutrition can hinder a child’s education, and The Salvation Army in Chuuk has started seeing this unfold firsthand. “In the last 18 months that we have served here as corps officers, we