Commissioning: A testimony from the 2019 Commencement
'People need the Lord' By Omoduni George-Kawaley, Cadet - Two years ago, 19 individuals from varied backgrounds, diverse professions, in different stages of their walk with God confidently walked into the College for Officer Training (CFOT) at Crestmont. Well, maybe for some
2019 Silver Star Banquet: ‘What kind of star?’
By Karen Gleason - The 2019 Silver Star Banquet honoring the parents and mentors of the Messengers of Compassion Session of cadets took place June 7 at the Sheraton Hotel in Cerritos, California. After Major Stacy Cross, Director of Campus Services at
Commissioning: A testimony from the 2019 Silver Star Banquet
By Jon Tollerud, Cadet - Matthew 13:45-46 says: “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking fine pearls, and upon finding one pearl of great value, he went and sold all that he had and bought it.” Jesus is speaking
5K supports World Services
Now in its second year, this year’s 5K Run for Others June 9 promoted both personal well-being and the well-being of Salvationists around the world by aiming to raise $5,000 for the territory’s 2018 World Services campaign, “Open hearts, open
Steps to becoming a commissioned officer in The Salvation Army
What does it take to become a Salvation Army officer? Below are the typical steps to becoming a commissioned officer. Called by God to full-time ministry, specifically officership Active soldier in a local corps Attend Future Officers Fellowship Retreat Recommended by
‘Healthy Army’ pilot kicks off
Initiative teaches the foundation of health, wellness and self-confidence By Christin Thieme - On a Monday night at The Salvation Army Phoenix South Mountain Kroc Center, over 50 kids lined up on one end of the soccer field. “What’s a purple vegetable?”
International leaders visit Hawaii
A stop on the way to Commissioning weekend General André Cox and Commissioner Silvia Cox, World President of Women’s Ministries, visited the Hawaii and Pacific Islands Division over Memorial Day weekend on their way to participate in the Western Territory’s
Make your plans for Mobilize 2017 Commissioning weekend
June 2–4 at the Long Beach Convention Center Territorial leaders Commissioners Kenneth G. and Jolene K. Hodder are summoning the troops of the Western Territory to the Mobilize 2017 Commissioning weekend in Long Beach, California, June 2-4, with international leaders
2016 Vocalize winners
Medium security, intimidate, Metal plate, Don’t be late, Leave your cell phone at the gate, But “I was in prison, and you came to visit me.” - Lt. Brandon Kyle, based on Matt. 25:36b, and 2nd place Vocalize winner Western Territory recognizes poets and spoken word
Commencement address 2016
‘Blood, toil, sweat and tears.’ By Edward Hill, Lt. Colonel - If you had been alive in 1940, you would have known that World War II was shaping up to be a blowout. The military forces of Nazi Germany were having
Commencement address
‘Blood, toil, sweat and tears.’ By Edward Hill, Lt. Colonel - If you had been alive in 1940, you would have known that World War II was shaping up to be a blowout. The military forces of Nazi Germany were having their
‘God has a hope’
Messengers of Light become lieutenants in morning service By Karen Gleason - In the historic Pasadena Civic Auditorium, Western Territorial Chief Secretary Colonel Douglas Riley welcomed attendees June 12 to the commissioning and ordination of the Messengers of Light–a solemn service of