His Provision: Impossible? Not for God
By Kelly Igleheart, Colonel– It’s Advent season! That glorious time of the year when we look back at the prophecies concerning the coming of our Messiah and we optimistically peer into the future of the certainty of his return. Amen! Friends,
69: A simple approach to a meaningful Advent with Tsh Oxenreider
To live simply is to live holistically in your life’s purpose—and set aside all the rest. That’s what Tsh Oxenreider will tell you after more than a decade of writing about the art of simple. Tsh is the bestselling author of
How to have an unhurried approach to Advent for families
Advent is about anticipation, excitement and readying yourself for the coming of Jesus. In modern days, however, it’s become a crazed, commercial frenzy—often beginning before the pumpkins are gone. The reality is—we live, breathe and raise our families in a day
Breathe and experience the wonder
“I am the Alpha and the Omega—the beginning and the end,” says the Lord God. “I am the one who is, who always was, and who is still to come—the Almighty One” (Rev. 1:8 NLT). Breathe in. Breathe out. Breathe
In a year full of hardships, The Salvation Army adapts its fundraising efforts
Creative new event formats take center stage Christmas is upon us—the busiest fundraising season of the year for The Salvation Army, when much of the funding for vital services is typically provided. But what was once a time of Red Kettle
Reverse Gift Guide for hopeful 2020 gifting
Does it feel strange to peruse the virtual aisles this year, looking for that perfect new sweater for your sister? Same here. Like us, you’re probably tired of hearing what an ‘unprecedented’ year this is—and yet, you know it really is unprecedented. From
Thrift store finds new mission in food desert
New facility aims to combat food insecurity A 15,000 square-foot facility where The Salvation Army formerly maintained a thrift store in Bellingham, Washington, has been converted into a food bank, providing pre-packed food boxes to those in need this Thanksgiving season
Western Territory celebrates Thanksgiving focusing on gratitude in all circumstances
By Karen Gleason– Salvationists and friends throughout the USA Western Territory—and beyond—gathered online the evening of Nov. 22 to celebrate Thanksgiving 2020 in a service led by Territorial President of Women’s Ministries and Secretary of Spiritual Life Development Commissioner Colleen Riley.
100 years: The evolution of Salvation Army training in the West
By Clinton Trimmer, Captain– The Western Territory’s College for Officer Training came into being 100 years ago, in 1920, coinciding with the creation of the territory itself. Over the next century, much about training changed, but the essential goal remained the
Send 2020 holiday greetings to the West’s officers serving elsewhere
This holiday season, keep in touch with the West’s officers serving out of the territory. WESTERN TERRITORY OFFICERS ON OVERSEAS AND OUT OF TERRITORY SERVICE Officers serving overseas Majors George and Jeanne Baker United Kingdom with the Republic of Ireland Territory Current Appt: Divisional Commander
His Provision: Give thanks with a grateful heart
Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter
68: How to find gratitude, especially in a year like 2020 with Commissioners Doug and Colleen Riley
Online searches for gratitude spike every year, right around this time. In fact, Google has 196 million search results for the word gratitude. So it’s a concept we’re well familiar with, and have plenty of information about. But what does it really mean