Framework aims for intentional relating
A challenge to how we see and treat those who are different from us. By Anne Simpson - Reducing the gap between what we believe as followers of Jesus and how we live in relationship to others is both a professional and
General leads zonal conference in Indonesia
General André Cox and Commissioner Silvia Cox, World President of Women’s Ministries, were guest leaders at the South Pacific and East Asia (SPEA) Zonal Leaders Conference in Bali, Indonesia. The conference, which brought together leaders of SPEA territories and commands
Philippines Salvation Army assists those fleeing fighting
People are leaving Marawi City, seeking refuge in Iligan City. The Salvation Army in the Philippines is providing support to people forced from their homes by the Islamic terrorist groups known as Maute and Abu Sayyaf. A priest and several churchgoers
Australia National Commander reveals structure to come
Australia One underway for Jan. 1, 2019, launch General André Cox announced in 2016 that The Salvation Army’s two territories in Australia would join to create one national territory. The project, known as Australia One, aims to provide a structure for
Cyclone Debbie makes landfall in Australia
The Salvation Army is mobilizing teams with support of the Queensland State Government By Christopher Priest - The Salvation Army in Australia is providing assistance to those affected by Cyclone Debbie. The storm, with winds over 160 miles per hour, made landfall in
Chief of the Staff installs Territorial Leaders in New Zealand
By Christina Tyson, Major - Chief of the Staff Commissioner Brian Peddle and Commissioner Rosalie Peddle, World Secretary for Women's Ministries, installed Commissioners Andy and Yvonne Westrupp as new territorial leaders of the New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga Territory, and challenged
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 chapter begins for Australia Eastern Territory
Historic restructure underway in one of Australia’s two territories. By Scott Simpson - The Salvation Army began in Australia in 1880 in Adelaide, but two years later a headquarters was established in Sydney, at 260 Castlereagh St., and called The Colony War
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,
Street Dreams gets youth moving in Australia
Dance and mentoring initiative provides positive community networks, promotes health and well-being The Salvos Youth Foundation, which leads the Australia Eastern Territory’s strategic response to at-risk youth, has funded the Street Dreams program for three years in an innovative approach to
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