My first year as an officer
By Maureen Lawliss,Lt. Many blessings have come my way this first year as an officer—and many challenges. During the short time I’ve been in charge of the Albany (Ore.) Corps, the first and primary thing I have learned is not to
on the corner “Growing a corps”
Robert Docter, Editor-In-Chief Let’s look at what it takes to grow a corps. First, a group of committed soldiers, including the officer, but not necessarily led by the officer, this group needs to meet and invite God to join them, to bless
life lines “Sharing is…”
Ian Robinson, Major It was the last day of Officers’ Councils and we were enjoying a group breakfast. As we finished, Lt. Colonel Rose-Marie Leslie stood up and explained that the good-natured banter between her and my wife Isobel was just
from the desk of …The real thing
By Doug O’Brien, Lt. Colonel The scale that sits on the floor next to the kitchen has been calling out to me, “Be a man. Stand up!” The problem was that I’d been putting on weight. This whole weight gain thing was
sharper focus “A Spirit driven life”
By Erin Wikle, Soldier How much of what you do is done without purpose? (No, I’m not pleading a come back of Rick Warren’s “ground breaking manifesto on the meaning of life.”) I’m really wondering… I grapple with this question a lot.
a view from the board side “Recognizing our partners in service “
By Dick Hagerty, Advisory board member Community recognition awards are an important way to get the story of your local Salvation Army work before the public in a meaningful and effective manner. And, now that the year’s end is approaching, advisory boards
Budding musicians share their love of music
In addition to a concert by The Salvation Army’s Western Territorial Band (WTB), 5th grade students at Gladys Wood Elementary School in Anchorage, Alaska, had a visit from two budding musicians. Zachary and Isaac White, two junior soldiers from the
Friends made for the Lord
Western Territorial Band travels to Anchorage, Alaska. By Diane O'Brien On my journey to Anchorage with the Western Territorial Band (WTB), I changed planes in Seattle. By chance, I was seated in front of one of the bandsmen, Gary. Engaging in some
San Luis Obispo Corps re-opens
Faithful soldiers keep ministry to the community alive for the past year. By Robert Brennan The Salvation Army’s San Luis Obispo Corps and Community Center (Calif.) opened its door after a brief hiatus Oct. 2, and soldiers Juan and Patricia Torres welcomed
Annual All About Kids Dinner raises $230,000
By Constance Grecco In just a few hours, The Salvation Army’s 17th annual All About Kids Dinner-—held Sept. 22 at the Oregon Zoo in Portland—raised $230,000. Major Don Gilger, Portland Metro coordinator said, “This is entirely the Lord’s blessing on a lot
New technologies—new collaborations
West’s Seasonal Assistance program adopted by more service providers. By Robert Freeman The Seasonal Assistance program—cutting-edge technology developed by The Salvation Army Western Territory’s Information Technology (IT) department—allows service providers to collaborate with each other, ensuring that assistance is not duplicated and
E. Claire Raley Transitional Living Complex now open
New 35-unit center will house homeless families in Sacramento. By Sydney Fong The Salvation Army officially opened its new E. Claire Raley Transitional Living Complex in Sacramento Sept. 20. The 35-unit center will house families who were homeless. Each family qualified for this