Making Christ’s name known: Part Five
A Scripture study from Caring, part five of five. Read part four here. Part 5: He is Redeemer Behind the scenes Read what Scripture says in John 21:1-19. Beyond the surface In this passage, Jesus launches into a ministry of regathering his dispersed disciples. Peter returned
The Salvation Army teams up with Walmart to ‘Stuff the Bus’
The Salvation Army and Walmart are joining forces to help kids succeed this year by providing back-to-school supplies to children in need. “Stuff the Bus” campaign events will be hosted at nearly 3,000 participating Walmart stores nationwide on Saturday, Aug.
The Salvation Army launches European anti-trafficking campaign
Joining together across Europe, The Salvation Army began its first pan-continental campaign to raise awareness of—and deter people from being duped into—human trafficking and modern slavery. Around half of the 31 European countries with a Salvation Army presence have so
Salvation Army creates new housing for Camp Fire displacees
Eligible families will gain access to wraparound services for up to 18 months. By Abagail Courtney - Nov. 8, 2018 is a day that will never be forgotten in Butte County, California. That’s the day the Camp Fire set out on its
10: How Sports Can Change Lives with Jose Moreno
It’s no secret that sports teach character. Both wellness and life lessons come with being part of a team. Jose Moreno gets to take those benefits to the next level. As the Vice President of Marketing and Community Relations for the Fiesta Bowl,
Downsizing God’s way
By Joan Doughty, Lt. Colonel - Digging through a lot of “stuff” is no small task. I have been sorting through books, commentaries, wrapping paper, clothing, decorations and various assorted odds and ends as I begin preparing for retirement in March 2020.
Salvation Army enhances response as WHO declares Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo a “Public Health Emergency of International Concern” on July 17. Such a designation indicates the risk of infection constitutes a public health risk to other
High schoolers turn mentors at Tehachapi Summer STEM Program
Tehachapi High School Robotics Team teaches Lego robotics and 3D printing to youth at The Salvation Army. By Vivian Lopez - Youth are at work this summer building Lego robots and practicing their 3D printing skills at The Salvation Army Service Extension
How to juggle work and spending quality time with your kids
I went back to work when my daughter was just six weeks old. And although I loved my job, when I dropped her off at her babysitter’s house for the first time, my heart broke a little bit. I worried
Emergency food distributions in Nigeria ‘restore hope for living’
By Godspower Anozie, Major - Conflict in north-eastern Nigeria has had a devastating effect in the three states of Adamawa, Borno and Yobe. Resulting food shortages have led to nutritional insecurity, with millions of people severely affected. In the least-accessible and
First copies of new William Booth biography released
The publication by Salvation Books of a new two-volume biography of Salvation Army Founder William Booth kicked off with delivery of the first copies of the book to International Headquarters (IHQ). Author Gordon Taylor was present to receive them “hot
Salvation Army abuzz with new course in Vail Valley
A beekeeping course teaches residents to start and maintain their own hives. ByVivian Lopez - A few years ago, Dana Swing of Vail Valley, Colorado, approached The Salvation Army with a question they never expected to hear. “Can I manage a beehive there?” Vail