Boldness
By Bob Docter - William Booth led boldly with a lot more than a “big bass drum.” He modeled action. He didn’t delay, didn’t question his decisions, didn’t hesitate if he made people angry. He demonstrated great flexibility—changing his approach many
Changing a life at The Salvation Army Nest Children’s Home
Overseas Child Sponsorship sees student find success Over six years ago, Melissa Brown arrived at The Salvation Army Nest Children’s Home in Kingston, Jamaica, as an adolescent seeking escape from a dysfunctional family. It proved to be a life-changing decision, opening
Christmas is coming in The Salvation Army
In 2016, the organization celebrates 126 years of the Red Kettle. The Salvation Army will kick off its annual Red Kettle Campaign on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 24, with a nationally televised live halftime performance during the Dallas Cowboys’ matchup against the
Salvation Army inaugurated in Madagascar
Country becomes the 128th with official Salvation Army service. By Dominic Nkomo, Major - Zimbabwe territorial leaders Commissioners Joash and Florence Malabi conducted an opening ceremony of The Salvation Army’s service in Madagascar Oct. 23 in Alakamisy. The official opening of the
Breaking the cycle
The Salvation Army Housing First program in Denver helps homeless families and senior citizens. By Caramie Petrowsky - Charrie Burres told her grandsons the truth when they asked why they kept moving from place to place. “I let them know that because I
Harvest Initiative: becoming a soldier
By Lisa Barnes, Captain - It was our first Sunday in the Seattle White Center. While thrilled to be there, and to be Corps Officers—my nerves were on edge. So many new people. So many first impressions all at once. Things were
General says “Hafa Adai” to Guam
General André Cox became The Salvation Army’s first sitting General to visit the Territory of Guam as he and Commissioner Silvia Cox, World President of Women’s Ministries, descended upon the largest of the Mariana Islands Oct. 13. Guam is home to
Land grant in Ghana earmarked for new university
The school, slated to open in 2022, will serve a region without any easy access to higher education. Government officials in Ghana donated nearly 15 acres to The Salvation Army to build a new university, which will join William Booth University
International leaders ‘catch the vision’ in Japan
General André Cox and Commissioner Silvia Cox, World President for Women’s Ministries, joined in The Salvation Army Japan Territorial Congress in Tokyo recently. Using the territorial theme, “Catch the Vision,” the congress weekend began with a charity concert. Generously supported
Knaggses reflect on service
Commissioners James and Carolyn Knaggs retire next month after more than six years as territorial leaders. But their leadership has left an indelible mark on the West—and the entire Salvation Army. By Christin Thieme - With a unique combination of style, skill
‘Empowerment Center’ to rise in Ferguson
Through a new partnership, The Salvation Army seeks to model reconciliation for divided communities. By Mindy Farabee - It’s just an empty lot at the moment, cordoned off by a chain link fence and baking in the heat wave. A riot of dandelions,
Major Patricia Anne (Phillips) Boyd
July 13, 1937 - September 21, 2016 Major Patricia Anne Boyd was promoted to Glory Sept. 21 from her home in Sun City, Calif. Patricia Anne Phillips was born July 13, 1937, to John and Jessie Phillips in Sacramento, Calif., where she