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Relationships, not riches, make us wealthy beyond price
June 30, 2010 by Phil Callaway 1 Comment
In the late 1800s, amid the searing heat of an African summer, a farmer stopped ploughing his field, wiped his brow and squinted at the horizon. What was he doing here, sweaty and miserable, staring at the south end of a north-bound mule? In the distance, a small band of adventurers were heading for the mountains. If only I could join them, he thought. Since the discovery of diamonds, … [Read more...]
Leaders from the world’s main religions speak out at G8 meetings
June 30, 2010 by Major Jim Champ 1 Comment
Imagine having 10 minutes to speak to Prime Minister Stephen Harper, U.S. President Barak Obama and German Chancellor Angela Merkel, along with the other world leaders who make up the G8. What message would you seek to convey? Leaders from the world’s main religions met at the University of Winnipeg from June 21-23 to agree upon a statement to present to G8 leaders. Close to 150 delegates and … [Read more...]
The Salvation Army marks 125 years of service in Ottawa
June 30, 2010 by Michael Maidment Leave a Comment
In the spring of 1885, The Salvation Army began its work in the Nation’s Capital with the opening of the Ottawa 1 Corps. On March 23, 1885, the Daily Citizen newspaper reported “the sound of singing in the open-air to the accompaniment of tambourines caused small crowds of people to gather on the streets.” On the weekend on June 4-6, the air was once again filled with the sound of … [Read more...]
General and Commissioner Clifton lead the Atlantic Congress and Commissioning weekend in St. John’s
June 20, 2010 by John McAlister 10 Comments
General Shaw Clifton (pictured above) proudly waved The Salvation Army flag as Salvationists from Canada and Bermuda sang the Founder's Song, O Boundless Salvation, at the close of the Atlantic Congress and Commissioning weekend. Held in St. John's, the congress was hosted by the Newfoundland and Labrador, Maritime and Bermuda Divisions, with the theme Destiny. General Shaw Clifton and … [Read more...]
Over 500 attend the officers’ councils held prior to the Atlantic Congress and Commissioning in St. John’s
June 19, 2010 by Major Max Sturge Leave a Comment
Lt-Colonel Alfred Richardson, divisional commander for Newfoundland and Labrador, welcomed over 500 officers to officers' councils and emphasized that the purpose of all of the weekend's activities was to reaffirm God's mission for us. Commissioner William Francis, territorial commander, introduced General Shaw Clifton and Commissioner Helen Clifton and reminded the officers of their unity in … [Read more...]
While world audiences focus on a black-and-white football (soccer ball) in the FIFA World Cup, The Salvation Army in South Africa is handing out red cards against human trafficking
June 18, 2010 by Ruth Sylvestre Leave a Comment
In the run up to the World Cup, The Salvation Army kick-started a campaign to help protect people in South Africa, a country that suffers a high level of violent crime, including kidnapping, assault and human trafficking. A major awareness campaign during the soccer event includes anti-trafficking messages on special Salvation Army World Cup items – water bottles, red cards, footballs and … [Read more...]
I couldn’t run from God forever. But how would my autistic son react to my decision to become a pastor?
June 17, 2010 by Kristen Gray 4 Comments
It was meant as a reward for good behaviour but when my son, Joshua, was confronted with row upon row of his favourite action figure at our local toy store, he went into sensory overload, which degenerated into kicking and screaming. I was in the middle of trying to calm him down when a woman passed us and muttered something about controlling my child. Joshua suffers from autism, which was … [Read more...]
It was only as I grew older that I realized the gifts my father left me
June 17, 2010 by Oren Cole Leave a Comment
It was a Newfoundland morning best spent curled up under the blankets—thick fog, fine misty rain, cold easterly wind. But I could hear the family truck’s engine idling outside. I crept to the front room where I peered out the window, my nose pressed against the glass. I could see him, a dark shadow moving against the grey background, work boots crunching on the snow as he walked around the … [Read more...]
As Jesus approached the hour of his death, he revealed God’s new covenant
June 17, 2010 by Major Ray Harris Leave a Comment
They were solemn moments. Perhaps even confusing moments. The Passover meal had been prepared according to Jesus’ instructions. After they ate the meal, Jesus turned to his Twelve Apostles with startling words: “This cup that is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood” (Luke 22:20 NRSV). “New covenant in my blood.” Jarring words! The disciples were no strangers to the … [Read more...]
While on a mission trip to the Communist island, I helped restore a church while God renewed my faith
June 14, 2010 by Doug Morton 2 Comments
As I was throwing out a large box outside The Salvation Army compound in Baraguá, Cuba, a woman approached me and asked if she could have it. “Hey, it’s just a box,” I said. “Go ahead and take it.” The next day I saw her seven-year-old daughter skipping along the sidewalk in front of where we were working. She was pulling what I thought was a toy, but as she came closer, I saw that the … [Read more...]
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