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Pasadena once again welcomes Salvation Army marching band to New Year celebration
December 30, 2011 by Julia Hosking Leave a Comment
Young people of the Canada and Bermuda Territory are again privileged to participate in the world-renowned Pasadena Rose Parade in California on January 2, 2012. Watched by millions in the U.S. and Canada—live and on TV—the 10 Canadian musicians aged between 16 and 26 will march as part of The Salvation Army Tournament of Roses band. The ensemble also includes Southern California marchers and … [Read more...]
General Linda Bond calls Latvian Salvationists to complete the mission God has given The Salvation Army
December 29, 2011 by Lieutenant Sarah Ilsters 2 Comments
The Salvationists of Latvia had great joy in welcoming General Linda Bond to their country, which is part of The Salvation Army's Sweden and Latvia Territory. The General was accompanied by Europe Zone leaders Commissioners Robert and Janet Street (International Headquarters). People travelled from across Latvia to Riga for the Sunday morning meeting. The service included two testimonies. Cadet … [Read more...]
As New Zealand deals with its latest earthquake, The Salvation Army assists with food, drinks, toys and counselling
December 28, 2011 Leave a Comment
Salvation Army teams responded quickly on December 23, 2011, to provide emergency assistance to those affected by the latest severe earthquakes to strike Christchurch, New Zealand. Bruce Coffee, The Salvation Army disaster co-ordinator, reported that personnel and emergency supplies were immediately sent to the "four different zones that have the most significant liquefaction." Counselling … [Read more...]
The Chief of the Staff and Commissioner Sue Swanson participate in commissioning celebrations
December 28, 2011 by Major Christina Tyson Leave a Comment
'Beginnings' was a central theme of commissioning weekend in New Zealand, led by the Chief of the Staff (Commissioner Barry C. Swanson) and Commissioner Sue Swanson (World President of Women's Ministries). For the 11 cadets of the Friends of Christ session, their ordination and commissioning was only a starting point – they now go out to lead and serve in Christ's name. The presence of … [Read more...]
The Salvation Army is at work to assist the thousands of people displaced by December 17 floods
December 22, 2011 1 Comment
The Salvation Army in The Philippines is responding to the flash flooding that brought devastation to the island of Mindanao on Saturday, December 17. The floods hit just after midnight, catching many people sleeping. More than 1,000 people are known to have died in the cities of Cagayan de Oro and Iligan. It is currently estimated that 100,000 people have been displaced as a result of the … [Read more...]
Walmart Canada matches donations made to The Salvation Army Christmas kettles in its stores today
December 22, 2011 Leave a Comment
Today, Thursday, December 22, Walmart Canada will be matching donations made by individuals to Salvation Army Christmas kettles in its stores nationwide up to a maximum of $100,000. “Walmart Canada continues to focus its efforts on helping families in need,” said John Lawrence, director of corporate social responsibility, Walmart Canada. “This is the second year that we are able to host … [Read more...]
Bermudians help The Salvation Army with its Christmas assistance
December 21, 2011 by Julia Hosking Leave a Comment
While many children excitedly count down the sleeps until December 25, there are individuals and families relying on The Salvation Army to help them with their Christmas cheer. The Canada and Bermuda Territory has seen another increase in demand for food and toy assistance this year and the Army is again reliant on the generous support of businesses and members of the public to meet its … [Read more...]
Can we celebrate the holiday without debasing its Christian message?
December 20, 2011 by Major Fred Ash 1 Comment
Pity poor Scrooge. He saw Christmas as an interference, a day when he paid Bob Cratchit to stay home and enjoy himself with his family. To Scrooge this was like having his pocket picked on an annual basis. Bah! Humbug! If only he’d known the art of commercializing Christmas, Scrooge could have made himself a lot more money, and Christmas would have been something for him to anticipate all … [Read more...]
In our eagerness to assert that Jesus is divine, we sometimes lose sight of his humanity
December 19, 2011 by James Pedlar 1 Comment
Our God contracted to a span, Incomprehensibly made man. These lines from a Christmas hymn by Charles Wesley express an important truth: the Incarnation is a mystery beyond human comprehension. While the Councils of Nicaea (AD 325) and Constantinople (AD 381) clearly stated that Jesus was “true God from true God,” they left some questions unanswered about how Jesus could be both human and … [Read more...]
We may not see a host of angels or a guiding star, but if we seek him, God will reveal himself to each of us this Christmas
December 19, 2011 by General Linda Bond Leave a Comment
How relevant is the Christmas story for the 21st century? It is celebrated every year with carols, trees, glitter, lights and gifts, but is the coming of Jesus into the world of any significance for such a time as this? More than two thousand years separate us. Where are the points of connection? The answer becomes clear when we look at two groups that played a central role in the first … [Read more...]
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