11: What it’s really like to live abroad with Amanda Fry
Although every country is different, many of the feelings that come with serving abroad and across multi-cultures are relatable. There are ways to adjust to a foreign country and ministry while keeping kindness toward others and yourself intact. You can
88: Pathway of Hope: Introducing The Salvation Army’s initiative to solve intergenerational poverty with Ron Skeete
I’m sure it will come as no surprise to you that it’s been an especially hard time to be poor in America. Last fall, a Columbia University study found the number of Americans living in poverty grew by 8 million since
Do Gooders Podcast new season explores Pathway of Hope
It’s been an especially hard year (or two) to be poor in America. Last fall, a Columbia University study found the number of Americans living in poverty grew by 8 million since May 2020—putting the total at 55 million people. It marked
10: How to advocate for those we care about with Lt. Melissa Jones
Advocacy is not only something lawyers do. We can all find ways to advocate for those we care about. On this episode of The Commons Podcast, Lt. Melissa Jones, Assistant to the Los Angeles Metro Coordinators, shows us how to
He saved a wretch like me
Starting at an early age, Joseph Valadez was on a path of violence and substance abuse that eventually led him to heroin addiction. Committing crimes to get money for his next fix, he ended up spending nearly half his adult
The History of Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services
The Salvation Army has existed to serve without discrimination since its founding in 1865, and has faithfully kept that tradition of service ever since. Here's a brief overview of The Salvation Army‘s Emergency Disaster Service responses throughout the years. Intro: The Salvation
87: ‘Love changes everything’ from the 2021 Caring Hero Awards
If you’ve kept an eye on any of the longer-than-usual lead up to the Summer Olympics, you’ve seen some world-class displays in hurdles, dismounts and freestyles And while those competing in Tokyo are impressive, we felt the list of medal-hopefuls was
An Iraqi Christian’s desperate struggle for peace
Caught in the middle of a firefight in Baghdad. His nephew killed by a suicide bomber. His sister dying in his arms. This is the story of an Iraqi man, born and raised in Baghdad to a Chaldean-Christian family, simply trying
Faith Gives Me Life: ‘La Fe Me Da Vida’
Pedro was introduced to The Salvation Army while living with his sister in Long Beach, California. He soon became a leader at the church, serving the community faithfully for decades. With a firm foundation and a passion for service, Pedro
09: Where to find your ministry with Aleen Stoddard
Ministry looks different for all of us. Those who follow Jesus have a light to spread to others, whether it's with your children, spouse or church, there are so many ways to share and grow in our faith. Loving those
86: Planning a lasting summer camp experience, even in 2021, with Marty Brown
Marty Brown received just the email he needed a few months back. As The Salvation Army California South Divisional Camp Director, it’s been a tough year. Imagine: A sprawling camp without campers. The email sender had attended Camp Gilmore in the late 1970s
08: What is biblical equality with Major Annalise Francis
Jesus led by example when he advocated for the most marginalized, and we must too. That includes advocating for biblical equality, which can range from equal treatment between genders, races, socio-economic status and more. Bringing justice into our families, ministries and