On the Corner
The process of reconciliation by Robert Docter, Editor-In-Chief - As I write this, my emotions run deep as I ponder the amazing and fascinating confluence of events taking place between the 15th and 20th days of January in this year of our
What might have been
Body builder by Terry Camsey, Major - At the start of a New Year it is not unusual to reflect on the past and start looking again to the future. Some time ago retired General John Larsson must have done this, to
Where is Jesus now?
Sharper focus by Kelly Pontsler, Major - A few days before Christmas I read an article about a community that kept losing Jesus. In the spirit of Christmas, a large nativity scene is set up annually on a designated corner in town.
Make me a blessing
Prayer power by Mervyn Morelock, Lt. Colonel - Blessing through me, Lord, blessing through me, Lord, send to others some blessing through me; Living that all men thy glory shall see, Lord, send to others some blessing through me. (Chorus 59, SA Song Book) This chorus is
Elsewhere in the world
Elsewhere in the world by Zambia—Western officer Major Beryl Pierce is adjusting to her new position at Chikankata Mission and Hospital; she has received her official welcome as the Mission corps officer. The Chikankata compound includes the Mission, health services (administration, AIDS
Frontlines – News briefs of the West
by Sue Schumann Warner - The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know your name will trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you. Psalm 9:9-10 (NIV) Scott
Tustin Ranch Corps’ Real Gift production
Photo by Tara C. Patty The Real Gift of Christmas production has been a Tustin Ranch Corps (Calif.) tradition for many years. The 2008 production—themed Good News!—included a new performing group, The Tustin Ranch Pioneer School of Music String Ensemble. Director
Frontier Press publishes A View from the Corner
New book features Bob Docter's columns; available on amazon.com. Much to the delight of readers around the world, Frontier Press—the book publishing arm of New Frontier—has recently released A View from the Corner by Editor-in-Chief Robert Docter. This acclaimed collection features 71
Sanctuary in the slums
The Salvation Army cares for Kenya's needy children. by Ruth Vincent - Home to approximately three million people, Kenya’s Kibera slums are considered the largest in Africa, after Soweto in South Africa. The Salvation Army Kenya East Territory has three corps within
Soccer players score new hope
Melbourne hosts international homeless soccer tournament. In early December, Melbourne, Australia hosted teams from 56 nations for the sixth annual homeless world cup soccer tournament. Norway’s coach Rune Isegran, a Salvationist from Moss Corps and employee of the Army’s Harbor Light Center
Phoenix serves 50,000 children
Photo by Marlene Klotz Collins The Salvation Army in metro Phoenix served 50,000-plus children this holiday season. Now in its 23rd year, Metro Phoenix’s Christmas Angel program is one of the largest and most successful in the nation. It began in