Horse racing chaplaincy expands
Andrew McKerrow fills an unsuspecting, yet useful role in Christchurch, New Zealand. New Zealand’s first racing chaplain is going full-time as part of The Salvation Army’s growing presence in the racing industry. Based in Christchurch, Andrew McKerrow became the country’s first horse
Salvationist Shortlisted for New Zealander of the Year
By Robin Raymond - New Zealand Salvationist Major Campbell Roberts says being shortlisted for New Zealander of the Year is a recognition of The Salvation Army and its good work. Roberts has been chosen alongside film director Taika Waititi and educator
New Zealand loan program to expand
The Community Finance initiative provides access to low-interest loans and financial literacy. When applying for loans, low-income families in New Zealand will most likely face one of two outcomes: be denied, or be approved for a loan with interest rates so
New social justice research center partners with university
Modeled after a similar project in New Zealand, the center will address human trafficking and other social issues. By Linda Bryant - The Salvation Army Social Justice Research Center quietly opened its doors in February on the campus of Trevecca Nazarene University,
Cyclone Winston devastates Fiji
Salvation Army opens 10 evacuation centers. The Salvation Army launched Fiji Cyclone Appeal to help the organization’s relief efforts following Cyclone Winston, the strongest storm ever recorded in the Southern Hemisphere, which struck the Pacific Island nation during the overnight hours
New program targets at-risk youth
[gss gallery ids="17488,17489,17490,17491"] The Salvation Army in New Zealand partners for “Kiwi Next Generation.” The Salvation Army in New Zealand partnered with children’s charity Variety to launch a new program targeting at-risk youth—those Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET). The two-year program,
12 steps to personal and spiritual freedom
For 20 years, Ferrell Irvine has taught an Alcoholics Anonymous-based workshop that she developed for The Salvation Army. By Ingrid Baratt - For therapist Ferrell Irvine, the 12-step program is a “spiritual growth journey” for everyone. Based on the original Alcoholics Anonymous steps,
New Zealand Salvation Army declines purchasing government housing
Decision follows annual report critical of government’s housing efforts The Salvation Army in New Zealand recently announced its decision to decline negotiations with the government to purchase and manage state homes. According to The New Zealand Herald, the government plan involved transferring
A day in Christchurch
Commissioner Don Bell reflects on the damage in New Zealand. By Don Bell, Commissioner Western Territory officers Commissioners Don and Debi Bell currently serve as territorial leaders for New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga. They are based in Wellington, New Zealand. On Sunday,
Devastation in Christchurch
The Salvation Army responds to the increasing needs of quake victims in New Zealand. By Buffy Lincoln Continued escalation in welfare needs has resulted in The Salvation Army stepping up its ongoing response in New Zealand after the devastating 6.3 magnitude quake