Indonesia celebrates 125 years of Salvation Army ministry despite rebuilding from earthquake
By Kevin and Jane Sandford, Envoys - General Brian Peddle and Commissioner Rosalie Peddle, World President of Women’s Ministries, recently visited the Indonesia Territory on the 125th anniversary of Salvation Army ministry starting in the country. Upon arrival at Jakarta’s international airport,
Mental health becomes focus in Army’s Indonesia quake response
After a 7.5 magnitude earthquake hit Indonesia’s Central Sulawesi region Sept. 28, The Salvation Army immediately reacted, providing food, water, shelter and healthcare services for those physically hurt during the quakes. Now that three weeks have passed, efforts have turned
The Salvation Army in Indonesia begins earthquake response on Lombok
The Salvation Army in Indonesia is providing medical and other assistance to people affected by a series of earthquakes that hit the island of Lombok. While the current official death toll is 259 people, provincial officials and local media report
Salvation Army in Indonesia Continues Volcano Response
By James Cocker, Major - The recent eruption of Mount Sinabung in Indonesia is increasing demands on The Salvation Army’s Compassion in Action team that is working in the region. It began erupting in September 2013, and the Army has since worked