Meet accepted candidates Vesikula
Couple shares winding path to Salvation Army officership Betty and Ratu Poasa Vesikula both grew up as officers’ kids in the Fiji Division of the New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga Territory. They met as children when their parents attended the
To the front
By Stephen Smith, Lt. Colonel - For those of us who are keeping track, the Western Territory turns 98 years old this October and since it is Commissioning weekend, I thought it appropriate to reflect briefly on the commissioning of the
Salvation Army keeps relief efforts fluid weeks after eruption
The Kilauea volcano emergency continues to carry on, with no real end in sight. By Kristin Marguerite Doidge - It can be hard to make plans to serve the public when what’s guiding you is an erratic volcano with frequent explosions. “It sounds
Raising a shelter, one step at a time
Southern Californian walks the Camino del Santiago trail to raise money for anti-trafficking efforts By Hillary Jackson - The first time Dr. Gail Campofiore walked the Camino del Santiago trail, it was a personal spiritual journey. This time, she’s walking to raise awareness
Raul Guerrero, O.F.
Feb. 21, 1921–March 14, 2018 Raul Guerrero, 97, was promoted to Glory March 14 from his home in Huntley, Illinois. Guerrero, who pioneered Hispanic ministries in the Central Territory, was admitted to the Order of the Founder—The Salvation Army’s highest honor—in
Accountability Movement: A ‘Journey of Renewal’
How is the worldwide initiative to deliver a Salvation Army ‘fit for purpose’ doing? By Peter McGuigan, Major - “Where are you going?” This is a key question facing all organizations in today’s climate of rapid technological and social change. It is
The Word for today
By Kenneth G. Hodder, Commissioner - Devout Catholic that he was, Johannes Gutenberg could never have imagined that the printing process he perfected around 1450 would play a part in changing the nature of the Church itself. Yet movable type provided
Lessons for lay leaders of a corps
By Mike McVicker - It’s simple really: at all times, in all things, attempt, as much as is possible, to reflect Christ’s love in all you do. Yet, we’re humans, so it’s really not that simple. After years serving as
‘The Way Back: How Christians Blew Their Credibility and How We Get It Back’
By Christopher Doughty - “The Way Back” is a collaboration between Christian media and marketing professionals Phil Cooke, PhD and Jonathan Bock. Mixing humor and censure, ancient and modern, doctrine and action, the book’s core question is this: “How can
‘Christ and Him Crucified’
A territorial vision for covenant, engagement and stewardship Our territorial vision—Christ and Him Crucified—is based upon what the Apostle Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 2:2: For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and him
African immigrant outreach a critical touchpoint in Phoenix
Meeting the needs of a population in constant flux, a unique Salvation Army ministry is a welcome fixture in the Phoenix community. By Hillary Jackson - Making a home in a new place isn't easy. And when that new place is a
Helena’s Fire keeps kids on the court
The Salvation Army fills a need for youth sports in this Montana community. By Eric Dietrich - High school sports are a big deal in the 31,000-person town of Helena, Montana. For many area teens, the practice schedules, competition and overnight tournament