Love makes room—unexpected women’s ministry leaders
By Jolene K. Hodder, Commissioner - When I was a child, there were always visitors in our home. Those who came to our door were frequently invited to stay and eat. Chairs were added to the table, my siblings and I
10 self-care brands doing good in the world
Are you giving yourself the same care and attention you give to others? We’re often taught to put others first, but it’s important to take care of yourself in order to do your best caring for those around you. There are countless
Salvation Army helps raise Pohnpei’s age of consent
New age of consent, 18, becomes law. By Karen Gleason - Legislation to raise the age of consent in Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia, recently became law, thanks in large part to the perseverance of Captain Taylor Santos, Kolonia (Pohnpei) Corps Officer. The
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Tai Chi program helps older adults prevent falls at Salvation Army Suisun City Kroc Center
12-week course teaches practical exercises, like shifting weight from one foot to the other. Baruch Gould, 75, was at his home in his kitchen and needed to reach something high up on shelf. He climbed on a footstool, but as he
Mass response to the call ‘Ready to Serve?’ at India South Western youth event
By Ajesh Kumar Joseph, Captain - The Call to Mission of international Salvation Army leader General Brian Peddle inspired 750 delegates to the 28th Territorial Youth Congress of the India South Western Territory, held in early May at Adoor Marthoma Youth
How to arrange grocery store flowers like a professional
Whether it’s a single stem or a bouquet, flowers make us feel emotion. The gift of flowers expresses love, joy, sorrow, and often so much more. For centuries, flowers have been given as gifts, and for good reason: They are
Adam Gifford Education Building rededicated at Crestmont
Americas and Caribbean zonal leaders lead ceremony for officers and employees. Officers and employees of The Salvation Army Crestmont Campus in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, joined together on the lawn May 24 to rededicate the Adam Gifford Education Building to the
Memorial Day service remembers the saints of The Salvation Army
By Hillary Jackson - The California South Division held its 2019 Service of Remembrance at Inglewood Park Cemetery May 26, alongside visiting International Secretary for the Americas and Caribbean Commissioner Mark Tillsley and Zonal Secretary for Women’s Ministries Commissioner Sharon Tillsley
Salvation Army Kroc Centers provide safe spaces for youth during the summer
The facilities provide ample opportunity for fun, movement and arts education. With school winding down for the summer, parents find themselves scrambling to find a safe space for their kids to continue learning and having fun during the break. Many turn
Cascade Capitol Day spreads awareness of The Salvation Army
Officers, employees and advisory board members meet with elected officials. By Hillary Jackson - Few things are as symbolic of The Salvation Army as an Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) canteen, brass band and doughnuts. All three were incorporated into the Cascade Division’s
Resettled refugees start over again after Albany fire
The Salvation Army is among the groups helping the impacted residents find new homes and move forward. The Salvation Army continues its response to a fire that destroyed seven row houses in Albany, over the weekend. The incident began at 5:00