Salvation Army represented at trafficking hearing in Sacramento
Priscilla Santos, program coordinator for The Salvation Army Anti-Trafficking Services Program in Orange County, recently attended a meeting at the California State Capitol to share about The Salvation Army’s work in anti-human trafficking. Led by California Assembly Public Safety Committee Chair,
‘Empowerment West’ celebrates African heritage
Salvationist describes experience of first event of its kind in the West By Thandiwe Gregory - When I first heard about the Territorial African Heritage Conference, “Empowerment West,” I knew I was going to attend. I was most excited to worship with
Not just a cane
By Melania Abdessian - I know a woman who wears her wisdom in the lines on her face. She is quick to speak about a philosophical dilemma, but even quicker to listen intently to what you have to say. Her husband of more
Major Diana Jones
Major Diana Mason Jones was promoted to Glory Oct. 29, 2015 from Marietta, Ga. Diana Joyce Mason was born March 11, 1947, in Lockport, N.Y., to George and Edna Mae Mason. As a child she lived in Charlotte, N.C., and Orlando,
Raising Micah
By Cheryl Kistan, Captain - One of the greatest joys and blessings God gives us are our children. My husband, Nesan, and I are blessed with four children, ages 7 to 15. We count it a privilege and honor to have
Helping Handbags
More than 600 attend “Downton Abbey” themed event to raise money for The Salvation Army. By Syndey Fong - Billed as the “charity event with style and heart,” The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary in Sacramento County recently hosted its 11th annual Helping
West to “RE:GIFT” Christmas message
Nativity set encourages worship, creative community and evangelism By Sue Schumann - While many of us are familiar with “re-gifting”—giving someone a gift that we originally were given—the Western Territory is putting an innovative spin on the practice through a new resource
Sixth Rock the Red Kettle concert hits LA Live
Performers invite fans to share their #RedKettleReason. The Salvation Army’s sixth annual Rock the Red Kettle concert takes the stage with some of music’s top up-and-comers—returning Becky G, singer-songwriter Jacob Whitesides and pop artist Jake Miller—Dec. 5 at the L.A. LIVE
Red Kettle Reason back for second year
In 2014, campaign drew participation from 66,000 people. By Laura Poff - The National Headquarters Community Relations Department launched the Red Kettle Reason campaign last fall in the lead up to the holiday season as a way to engage a younger audience
International leaders join Rwanda and Burundi celebration
[gss gallery ids="17430,17431,17433,17434,17436,17432,17437,17438"] General enrolls 108 junior soldiers General André Cox and Commissioner Silvia Cox, world president of women's ministries, visited the Rwanda and Burundi Command to lead 20th anniversary celebration of Salvation Army ministry in Rwanda. Command leaders Lt. Colonels Seth and Janet
‘Love To A Whore’s Daughter: Life and Faith Through the Lens of Grace and Redemption’
By Stephen Court, Major - Dear Lisa, Can I call you Lisa? We haven’t met but I feel like I know you, having read your innermost thoughts and desires and experiences—defeats and victories—through your new book “Love To A Whore’s Daughter: Life
West to implement ‘Emerge’ life skills program
Spring 2016 seminar to introduce training material By Jared McKiernan - The Salvation Army Western Territory will launch a new initiative next year to help soldiers, cadets and adult rehabilitation center (ARC) personnel more effectively serve those involved with the criminal justice system