Christian rap artist creates anthem for ‘the place that saved [his] life’
“Straight Outta Sally” music video celebrates The Salvation Army’s Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) in Stockton, California. “It's not just rap music, it's ministry,” Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) graduate and Christan rap artist Cody Treat said. On September 19, Treat released
98: How The Salvation Army is fighting pandemic poverty with Kristen Baluyot
You’ve probably heard the term “pandemic poverty.” Maybe you were lucky and were able to work from home when the pandemic took hold of our communities. Or, you may know the reality of that poverty more intimately with the loss of a
Chickens bring people together at The Salvation Army in Coos Bay, Oregon
The corps’ new “chicken ministry” engages children attending the after-school program. Initially, Envoy Dennis Stumpf planned to house the six chickens now living at The Salvation Army Coos Bay (Oregon) Corps at his home. A man who likes his breakfast, he’d
How Cultural Intelligence training can impact The Salvation Army
Salvation Army implements Cultural Intelligence (CQ) training to provide skills necessary to better work and relate to others in a diverse community. “Cultural clashes are not new to our world,” Major Jenni Perine wrote in her essay titled, “Honing our Cultural
97: On living with a grateful heart
By now, you’ve no doubt heard of the power of gratitude. Scripture tells us it’s God’s will for us to be thankful in all circumstances. And science has proven the benefits of a regular practice of gratitude for the mind and body. So
Why we observe Advent and how to join the journey
Christmas is often the most celebrated occasion of the year. Wrapped up in the usual sights, sounds and smells of the season (colorful lights, jingle bells and peppermint hot chocolate, anyone?) is the wonder, mystery and excitement of God sending
Former Phoenix shelter residents now help other families at the same shelter
When Zaporah Boyd and Tamara McClendon began their journey with The Salvation Army, they were clients at The Salvation Army Phoenix Emergency Family Shelter. Now, they work there, and help other families get back on their feet and out of
Feast of Sharing aims to renew Thanksgiving traditions in Los Angeles
When you think of Thanksgiving, you probably think of traditions. In the Pico Union neighborhood of Los Angeles, one such tradition is the Feast of Sharing. Usually a sit-down meal and event featuring characters from beloved Nickelodeon shows, the tradition,
The Salvation Army serves from the heart in San Francisco’s Chinatown
Captains Joe and Judy Zhao lead the Army’s Chinatown ministry, now in its 135th year. For Captains Joe and Judy Zhao, their ministry in San Francisco’s Chinatown isn’t just about “doing the most good,” it’s about “being the most good” and
Gifts to inspire and give hope in 2021
In 2020, Americans helped to raise more than $557 million to Rescue Christmas for those in need—surpassing what The Salvation Army projected would be a deficit as a result of the pandemic. And the need shows no sign of slowing
96: Seeking asylum and finding a church family with the Seruyanges
We’re in the business of telling you stories of transformation and hope—and sometimes, we get the chance to show you. If you head to caringmagazine.org/video, we have an entire library of firsthand accounts of hope found with the help of The
The Salvation Army rescues a stranded group of students in Hoonah, Alaska
In September, 30 students and faculty from the University of Southern California arrived in the city of Hoonah, Alaska, for what was to be the beginning of a semester-long project. The group, who are part of an interdisciplinary study program