Salvation Army culinary program in Lodi hits milestone
By Syd Fong - The Salvation Army of Lodi, California, celebrated the 10th anniversary of its culinary arts program this week, which coincided with the 20th graduating class in program history. Many alumni came out to celebrate the program milestone. Rachelle
International leaders inspire local mission at Wellingborough Corps’ 145th anniversary
By Bethany Gibson - One of the oldest Salvation Army corps in the world—in Wellingborough, about a two-hour drive north of London—celebrated its 145th anniversary celebrations with the visit of General André Cox and Commissioner Silvia Cox, World President of Women's
Salvation Army child care a ‘godsend’ for single mother
By Caramie Petrowsky - Laura McLaughlin had reached her wits’ end. She was working nights and attending night classes at a massage school while her brother-in-law stayed with her two kids, Ja’mesia, 14, and Lourease, 8, while they slept. She would
Are you a holy family?
By Jolene Hodder, Commissioner - They said this would happen. They told me that my life would never be the same, that everything I’ve ever known would be turned upside down. They predicted that my home would be rearranged, my routine
Battling a public health crisis, at home
Officials coordinate an effort to stop a hepatitis A outbreak. By Alma Bahman - Since last spring, San Diego County, California, has played reluctant host to the nation’s second-largest outbreak of hepatitis A in decades. And through it, the county’s called on
Love to China from Chinatown
By Check Yee, Lt. Colonel - My mind is rapidly flashing a montage of faces 100-years-old. Traveling through several northern countries via Siberia, European Salvation Army officers arrived in Beijing, China, after two months. They learned the Mandarin language—a struggle in
Salvation Army poised for impact in China
Chinese-American Salvationists welcome news of Army’s heightened status in China. Christianity is growing in China, and The Salvation Army is set to expand its ministry within the country, thanks to official recognition and registration by the Chinese government. Chinese-American Salvationists in
Aiding a bounce back in Northern California
Before the rebuild came the largest debris removal operation in state history. By Kristin Marguerite Doidge - A wildfire may take just moments to wreak havoc on a community, but its devastation can take years from which to recover. Early October gave
Book review: ‘The Book of Revelation: A Non-Scary Approach, Vol. 2’
By Christopher Doughty - Be not afeard; the isle is full of noises, Sounds and sweet airs, that give delight and hurt not. – Caliban, The Tempest The revelation revealed to the apostle John during his exile on the island of Patmos has long
Raising the barre in San Francisco
Partnership yields new dance program at Salvation Army Kroc Center By Vivian Lopez - Known for its light, graceful, fluid movements and dynamic pointe work, ballet has become one of the most storied dance traditions, dating back to Renaissance Italy. But
How to nail your Christmas shopping this season
For a lot of us, Christmas shopping is a mixed bag—literally and figuratively. It can feel like it’s equal parts fun and stressful. The stores are pure chaos. There’s always that one person who’s impossible to shop for. And let's
Granite Education Foundation honors Salt Lake City Corps
The Granite Education Foundation honored The Salvation Army Salt Lake City Corps Nov. 9, for providing assistance to families in need during the holiday season. Granite Education Foundation, a 501(c)3 charitable organization, annually recognizes Utah organizations that have made a difference