Salvation Army celebrates 100 years of marching in Rose Parade
The milestone anniversary comes with a bigger, more diverse band. By Hillary Jackson - This New Year’s Day, The Salvation Army Tournament of Roses Band marched in the world-famous Rose Parade like it has 100 times before. With the centennial anniversary of
The secret to living a simple life
"Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I
10 Bible verses on the value of simplicity
Many times, especially throughout the New Testament, it is made clear what is expected of us as we take up our cross and follow God. In the Gospels, Jesus meets the spiritual and physical needs of people through the use
Why you should craft a ‘do good’ resolution this year
It’s almost that time of year again, when we turn inward, reflecting on a year of growth, change, stagnance, improvement. The resolutions we chose at the beginning of the year were either penciled in, knowing from preceding years that we
5 things to keep in mind when setting New Year’s resolutions
This year is coming to a close, and 2019 is right around the corner — which, for many people, means setting New Year’s resolutions, like adopting a healthier lifestyle, becoming debt-free or going back to school. Here are some things
The Salvation Army in Strasbourg, France, offers comfort after fatal shooting
Thousands of visitors to the traditional Christmas market in Strasbourg, France, were caught up in a shooting incident on the evening of Dec. 11. Two people were killed in the attack, with 14 injured, several critically. The Salvation Army’s Strasbourg
Major Betty Lou Yardley
March 15, 1931–Sept. 25, 2018 Major Betty Yardley was promoted to Glory Sept. 25 from Sutter General Hospital in Sacramento, California. Born March 15, 1931, in Hamill, South Dakota, to Eula May and Harry Harless, Betty was the youngest of their four
Petaluma Corps partners with local agencies to serve transitional age youth
Unused areas of corps building were transformed to create a new nonprofit center with various services By Vivian Lopez - The Salvation Army Petaluma Corps recently partnered with local agencies Mentor Me and Petaluma People Services Center to broaden their scope of
Ways to gift consciously this holiday season
In the season of gifting, it’s tempting to visit online shops and stores for the cheapest deals on Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers. While we all love a good deal, it’s important to remember Christmas is also a season that
Lessons learned from the holiday season
There’s much more depth to the holiday season than the gift exchanges, Christmas treats and cheerful decorations that we get so wrapped up in. The season comes with things to learn, too. Christmas lessons can be applied not only during December,
A world-changing relationship
By Brian Peddle, General - It’s a privilege to greet you this Christmas, my first as the General of The Salvation Army. Throughout 131 countries around the world, The Salvation Army is bringing a message of hope as we seek to
The melody is the method
Tune into God—the Lord has a song for every situation. By Justin Docherty, Captain - God moves us with his music. His rules are rhythms. More melodic than mechanical, they are not merely stated, but sung. His silences are the spaces between the