Major Marjorie Francis Hodge
Nov. 6, 1932–Jan. 21, 2018 Major Marjorie Hodge was promoted to Glory Jan. 21 from her home in Tucson, Arizona. Marjorie Francis Stewart was born Nov. 6, 1932, to Salvationist parents Ada and Herbert Stewart in Timmons, Ontario, Canada. She entered training in
Transformed by the cross
The General’s 2018 Easter message By André Cox, General - The message of God’s restorative and redemptive love, as evidenced in the cross and empty tomb, is still as powerful and relevant today as it was 2,000 years ago. The cross is central
‘Reboot’ retools women’s ministries
Western Territory women develop new program Twelve women from around the Western Territory came together in mid-March for “Reboot,” a dedicated time to explore innovation in women’s ministries. The resulting program is set for launch during the 2018 Commissioning weekend.
The ‘Phantom’ revisited
A message of hope, love and redemption By Joan Doughty, Lt. Colonel - It is said that good things come to those who wait. After waiting for 31 years to see “The Phantom of the Opera,” I recently sat in Her Majesty’s
Bringing The Salvation Army to ‘The Valley’
Effort focuses on mission in community By Robert Evan Docter - A drive along Topanga Canyon Boulevard showcases the best of Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley. The 20-mile highway offers hiking trails, scenic views, shopping malls, and diverse food options—connecting the
Simple ideas for effective boards
The learnings of 100 years of advisory board service By Dick Hagerty - An effective advisory board makes for an effective Salvation Army operation, at all levels. A smooth and working relationship between officer and his community-based board integrates the Army into the
Casa Grande Corps finds its niche
Performing arts partnership pairs the corps with the artistic community By Hillary Jackson - When Captains Mark and Lisa Davey started searching for new outreach opportunities for the Casa Grande Corps, they had the mission of Jesus in mind. What Mark Davey
Finding peace in the realness of God
By Hector Acosta, Lt. - I think I was maybe one of the most cynical people about church, and church people, and maybe even God. I had a stepfather who required us to go to church, and we would go to
Korean-Americans build community at The Salvation Army in Alaska
In Anchorage, The Salvation Army adapts its Korean Corps to better reflect the community outside its doors. By Hillary Jackson - A gathering with worship, meditation and individual prayer may sound like the happenings of a Sunday morning service, but for
‘Heart cushions’—an experience of love and teamwork
Diverse groups of women work together to help breast cancer patients. Every year Home League and League of Mercy members of The Salvation Army South America East Territory work hard to prepare for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which takes place annually
Marshall Islands women celebrate 2018 World Day of Prayer
Women in the Marshall Islands came together, after months of preparation, to celebrate the World Day of Prayer, held annually the first Friday in March. Each year a different host country prepares materials for the event. The women of Suriname—a small
Salvation Army serves vulnerable California coast as evacuations begin
By Justin Pansacola - With heavy rains expected for the next few days, local authorities have issued a mandatory evacuation order within Santa Barbara County, in anticipation of mudslides and flash floods. Evacuees have begun to head to the American Red Cross