Salvation Army wins Christian New Media award
Worldwide Prayer Meeting recognized for creative use of social media. The Salvation Army International Headquarters’ website won the Christian New Media Accessibility Award for its commitment to clear design, navigation and language. Among hundreds of entries, salvationarmy.org was also shortlisted in the
The Salvation Army in Pakistan focuses on life skills
Training program infused in six divisions to advance sustainability. In early 2013, The Salvation Army Pakistan implemented a plan to change the poverty levels in six of its divisions—Building Advanced Strong Sustainable Independent Communities (BASSIC). Riaz Masih lives in one of the
International leaders visit Chile
The Coxes participate in South America West Territorial Congress. By Eduardo Almendias, Major International leaders General André Cox and Commissioner Silvia Cox joined Chilean Salvationists at an important time for the Army’s development in that country. Their visit started with a ceremony for
Women in Leadership Forum held in Sydney
Event launches new program to promote and develop women leaders in the Army. Australia Eastern Territory leaders Commissioners James and Jan Condon initiated a new Women in Leadership Program to “advocate for leadership equality at every level,” and launched it with
Lives and Buildings Dedicated to God in Kenya West Territory During Visit of the General and Commissioner Silvia Cox
Salvationist and friends were overjoyed to welcome General André Cox and Commissioner Silvia Cox (World President of Women's Ministries) back to the Kenya West Territory only seven months after their visit when the General held his previous appointment as Chief
Salvation Army in The Philippines Ready and Waiting to Head to Typhoon Disaster Site
The Salvation Army in The Philippines is ready to assist the many thousands of people affected by Typhoon Haiyan. Territorial Commander Colonel Wayne Maxwell told International Headquarters representatives that Salvation Army teams are currently preparing to support the relief effort
Continued support for DRC refugees in Rwanda
Amid ongoing conflict, The Salvation Army meets a specific need in transit camps By Christin Davis As the ongoing Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) conflict recently saw progress in the end of the M23 rebellion, The Salvation Army in Rwanda continues serving
The General and Commissioner Silvia Cox Lead Spirit-filled Gatherings in Kenya East Territory
London, 8 NOVEMBER 2013/IHQ/ – NEARLY 8,000 Salvationists gathered from across the vast Kenya East Territory to meet under the leadership of General André Cox and Commissioner Silvia Cox (World President of Women’s Ministries). The visit was a time of
Canada launches creative campaign for homeless
Address placards installed throughout Toronto to spread awareness By Vivian Gatica The Salvation Army in Canada, with marketing agency Cossette, identified common homeless sleeping grounds in an ad campaign with a simple message: “No one should have to call this home.” “In Toronto
“Slave” sale held at International Headquarters
Event raises awareness of Salvation Army’s efforts to combat trafficking. Hundreds of commuters and tourists walking past The Salvation Army’s International Headquarters in central London recently encountered human “slaves” for sale at a makeshift market stall. Salvation Army representatives from the United
Salvation Army braves the flames in Australia
Emergency services remain on stand-by to assist affected areas. The Salvation Army in Australia responded to wildfires burning through five areas of New South Wales, which destroyed hundreds of properties and killed one person. Emergency service crews were on call since
An update from the West’s overseas missionaries
As these individuals serve around the world, consider sending your greetings this holiday season. By Eloisa P. Martin, Major (intro) “But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem and