Thrift This

How The Salvation Army is reducing the impact of fast fashion.
Features

Dr. Aimee Patterson, a Christian ethics consultant at The Salvation Army Ethics Centre in Winnipeg, and Clara Pina, communications manager for The Salvation Army Thrift Store National Recycling Operations (NRO), discuss the role of thrift stores in protecting the environment and supporting local communities.

Transformation at Booth University College

Rev. (Dr.) Rob Fringer, president, discusses new strategic plan and what’s to come.
Features
For more than 40 years, Booth University College (Booth UC) has been a place where Christian faith, academic excellence and a passion for service come together. This commitment to Christ-centred, high-quality education and social justice is at the heart of Booth UC’s mission—one that continues to evolve under the leadership of Rev. (Dr.) Rob

Cries From the Cross

What do the final words of Jesus mean for those who are vulnerable and suffering?
Features

On Good Friday, as Jesus hung on the cross, he spoke his final words. These seven sayings, gathered from the four Gospels, have often been used for prayer and reflection during Holy Week. Traditionally, they are known as “words”—of salvation, forgiveness, relationship, abandonment, distress, triumph and reunion. What do these words mean for those who are vulnerable and suffering today? Seven officers and employees who work in Salvation Army social services ministries contemplate these sayings.

Annual Change 2025 . Available on April 25.

The Three Cs

Or, Phil Callaway’s foundation for a happy marriage.
Faith & Friends

As any married person knows, laughter is an essential ingredient in a happy marriage. Phil Callaway often speak to couples about the three Cs that help lay a solid foundation. Here is what they are:

Breaking Free

Glenn’s journey of recovery with The Salvation Army.
Faith & Friends

Glenn’s early years were marked by running away from home and stealing to survive, which landed him in prison. After his release, he briefly managed to hold down a job, but addiction prevented him from making lasting changes, leading him down a path of crime, homelessness and addiction. But as an adult, Glenn found hope and support through The Salvation Army.

Point of Contact

The Salvation Army provides essential mental-health support in Yellowknife.
Faith & Friends

For many people across Canada, The Salvation Army is often the first point of contact for someone experiencing poor mental health. In Yellowknife, a Salvation Army program aims to improve the quality of life for clients with mental-health diagnoses. “We try our best to make their lives as normal as possible,” says Kanishka Kawatra, supervisor of the mental-health program. 

The Salvation Army is active in more than 130 countries worldwide. With such a wide scope of ministry, there are many service opportunities for both officers and lay personnel interested in serving overseas. Below is a list of available positions in other Salvation Army territories, prepared by the IHQ personnel

A Night to Remember at Festival 56

The Canadian Staff Band honours retiring Bandmaster John Lam.
News
It was a full house at Guelph Citadel, Ont., on April 5 as the Canadian Staff Band (CSB) hosted its annual concert, Festival 56. The sanctuary filled with brass music, red festival tunics and an air of gratitude as the CSB celebrated 56 years, with a special tribute to Bandmaster John Lam as he prepares to retire after 30 years of faithful

Beyond the Highlight Reel

How to resist the temptation of comparison.
Opinion & Critical Thought
Have you ever been in a store, overheard a child completely melting down and thought to yourself, Thank goodness, other kids do that, too. Or, even worse, At least my kids aren’t that bad. Hi, I’m Bhreagh, and I am guilty of comparing myself and my children to others. And it used to riddle me with anxiety. Theodore Roosevelt’s timeless quote,

How Long, O Lord?

A lament for Afghan women.
Opinion & Critical Thought

“Yet, the women of Afghanistan are hopeful, seeking life and salvation. We, women, are the strong arms of society. We are the bearers and nurturers of humanity. We are women..."

Partners in Mission 2025: Elders Program

Discover the Elders Program in Palu, Indonesia, where seniors find companionship, spiritual growth and support.
Videos
Discover the Elders Program in Palu, Indonesia, where seniors find companionship, spiritual growth and support. Hear heartfelt stories from participants like Fatiaro and Maryam about how this program has become their second home. Through activities, faith and community, this initiative is bringing joy and purpose to the golden years. To download

Salvationist Podcast: Musicals, Monologues and More!

How Salvationists are continuing—and reinventing—drama in the Army today.
Podcast

Drama, in its various forms, has been a part of Salvation Army ministry since the beginning. So, what did the Founders and Salvationists since then understand about the power of this art form that has kept it alive in the Army for more than 150 years?

Salvationist Podcast: Keeping Kids Safe Online

How can parents, youth leaders and pastors help protect young people?
Podcast

On this episode, Nancy Turley, territorial abuse advisor for Canada and Bermuda, shares some of the dangers young people may face online, along with practical suggestions to stop problems before they start.

Introducing the new International Development website