Army prepares for Rio 2016
Evangelical outreach planned for Summer Olympics By David Bowles, Lt. Colonel - Salvation Army leaders from Brazil and the International Sports Ministry recently met to plan the Rio 2016 Summer Olympic Games Sports Ministry Campaign. From Aug. 5-21, 2016, the Games of
Boston Central Hispanic Corps greets increasing population
Growing nearby Latino presence reflects statewide trend By Drew Forster - As Boston’s Latino population soars, The Salvation Army Boston Central Hispanic Corps helps many of its new residents adapt to their new surroundings. Between 2000 and 2010, nearly every community in Massachusetts
The General calls Salvationists to a total commitment to the mission
By Major Jane Kimberley Editor, Salvationist - There was a buzz of anticipation as Salvationists packed into The O2 arena for the final session of Boundless 2015. Contributions by the International Staff Band (ISB), International Staff Songsters (ISS) and Mannssambandet prepared
Rod Phillips leaves legacy of service
After 30 years of giving, volunteer of the year recipient promoted to Glory. By Doug Hanson, Lieutenant - Cheyenne, Wyo., doesn’t get much rain, but in 1985 it broke records. The Buffalo Ridge floods that hit caused over six inches of rain
West soldier admitted to Order of the Founder
General André Cox adds three to highest honor In the second of three Order of the Founder presentations during Boundless 2015, General André Cox admitted Western Territory soldier William Flinn to the Army’s highest award for distinguished service. Inaugurated in 1917 by
Christian identity crisis
By Erink Wikle - From singlehood to parenthood to Bruce and Caitlyn Jenner, much has been on my mind as I’ve scrolled through my newsfeed and skimmed story after story about topics seemingly stemming from one thing: identity. You don’t have
Founders’ Day event honors Catherine Booth
By Christin Davis - Leaders of The Salvation Army from across the world met on Mile End Road in the East End of London July 2 to commemorate Founders’ Day and unveil a statue of the Army Mother, Catherine Booth,
Clifton to write next official Salvation Army history volume
Work will be ninth in series that began in 1947 General André Cox announced that the next volume of The Salvation Army's official history will be written by General Shaw Clifton (Rtd). The new volume –number nine in a series that
Raders launch new book with SAVN
‘To Seize This Day of Salvation’ pushes innovation By Erica Andrews - The SAVN studio at Boundless 2015 was buoyant with enthusiasm as former General Paul Rader (Ret.) and Commissioner Kay Rader entered to discuss their new book, “To Seize This Day
Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones hosts fundraiser at AT&T Stadium
The Salvation Army Arlington, Texas, recently held its first ever Inspiring Hope Luncheon at AT&T Stadium to raise funds for its programs. The event attracted over 700 people and Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones was the keynote speaker. For more
‘Growing good’ at Bell Shelter
Urban garden has produced 500 pounds of fresh produce this year. By Lizeth Beltran - A seed was planted in Brad Pregerson’s mind. He wanted to grow organic produce for the residents of The Salvation Army Bell Shelter, where he’d been serving in
Boxing to success
Marcos Delgado built a future at The Salvation Army Modesto Red Shield. By Emily Curiel - Twelve rounds in a ring of strength, speed, reflex and endurance is another day at the office for Marcos Delgado, 23, who began boxing five