Salvation Army introduces new Western Territorial leaders
Western Territory now under new leadership By Christin Thieme– Be Thou my Vision, O Lord of my heart Naught be all else to me, save that Thou art Thou my best Thought, by day or by night Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light As Commissioners
Envoy Jerry Bloom
Feb. 1, 1943–April 18, 2020 Envoy Jerry Bloom was promoted to Glory April 18. Jerry Dean Bloom was born in Los Angeles Feb. 1, 1943, to Rev. Robert E. Bloom and Frances Rose Bloom. In 1959, the family moved to the Santa
Meet the West’s new Chief Secretary, Secretary for Women’s Ministries
Colonels Kelly and Donna Igleheart come to West via international appointment. Colonels Kelly and Donna Igleheart will take up new roles as the West’s Chief Secretary and Territorial Secretary for Women’s Ministries, respectively, July 1. Officers of the USA Southern Territory,
Salvation Army supports tribal communities amid coronavirus outbreak
It all started with one family. When there was a need for support in the remote parts of the Navajo Nation reservation in Arizona, Whitney Tatum made a call to The Salvation Army for help. Amid the devastating local outbreak of
Major David Scott
September 7, 1946–April 4, 2020 Major David Scott was promoted to Glory April 4 from Hanford, California. David Scott was born Sept. 7, 1946, in Salt Lake City and grew up attending the Salt Lake City Corps. In 1979, he married Ruth
Salvation Army and LDS partnership provides 24,500 food boxes across West
The COVID-19 pandemic thrust The Salvation Army into new territory, responding to a crisis that affects us all while expanding its existing services to meet increased community need. In late February, interruptions in the food supply chain left many grocery
Major Jean Anderson
Nov. 13, 1933–April 30, 2020 Major Jean Gracie Anderson was promoted to Glory April 30. Jean Gracie was born Nov. 13, 1933, in Toronto, the fifth of six children to Robert and Elsie May Gracie. Although her family was active in the
Stationed for prayer at LA hotel turned shelter
Majors Jonnette and Randy Mulch provide emotional and spiritual care as part of Project Roomkey. By Caramie Petrowsky– Audriene Goodlett, 61, has felt grateful lately. After experiencing homelessness, she moved into a downtown Los Angeles hotel, run by The Salvation Army. The
Stambaughs honored for their service in Guam
Majors Kimberly and Thomas Stambaugh were honored for their four years of work and ministry in Guam, where they served as Guam Corps Officers and Micronesia Coordinators. They are transitioning to new appointments in Idaho. Before leaving Guam, they were invited
California South prayer walks promote justice and equality
The California South Division called for Salvationists and friends to participate in prayer walks recently. Observing social distancing and wearing face masks, individuals walked together to stand in the gap for racial justice, equality, healing, unity, freedom and revival—representing the
Join The Salvation Army for online worship June 21
This Sunday, June 21, use this resource to join in guided worship from your home. USA WESTERN TERRITORY: SUNDAY WORSHIP 14 Find it online here Congregational Song— “Soldier’s Hymn” Sing along as we sing of God’s glory as we dare to stand for him. Prayer—
Salvation Army continues COVID-19 response thanks to strategic partnerships
Around the world, The Salvation Army continues to respond to human needs resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. The nature of the response varies from location to location, depending on local needs and context. Whether it’s a large-scale feeding program providing