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General’s Visit Inspires Salvationists in the Philippines

During celebrations, General Linda Bond installs new territorial leaders and commissions 15 lieutenants.

May 2, 2013 Leave a Comment


General Linda Bond brought inspiration and challenge to Salvationists and friends in The Philippines. During the visit – her first to the country – the General spoke at several gatherings, installed the new territorial leaders and ordained and commissioned 15 lieutenants. At Camp Jabez in Cavite, around 50 kilometres from the capital city, Manila, the General addressed more than 250 young … [Read more...]

Army Responds After Building Collapse in Bangladesh

Officers and cadets provide medical assistance and spiritual care.

April 25, 2013 Leave a Comment


District Officer Captain Bibhudan Samaddar visits injured survivors in hospital, where medicine and beds are in short supply

Salvationists in Bangladesh are responding after an eight-storey building collapsed in Savar, about 30 kilometres from the capital city, Dhaka. At least 200 people have been killed in the disaster, though that number is likely to rise as rescuers work their way through the ruins. The Bangladesh Command's training college is only a kilometre from the scene so officers and cadets were on hand … [Read more...]

Army Provides Emergency Assistance in China

The Salvation Army is responding after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake hit Sichuan Province.

April 22, 2013 Leave a Comment


Medical staff treat an earthquake victim in Sichuan, China

The Salvation Army is responding after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake hit China's Sichuan Province on Saturday, April 20. Latest reports show that at least 200 people lost their lives in the disaster, with more than 11,500 sustaining injuries and at least 1.5 million people being left homeless. A Salvation Army team from its Sichuan Earthquake Reconstruction and Recovery Office headed towards the … [Read more...]

Army Responds to Texas Explosions

Emergency Disaster teams work tirelessly to provide support to survivors and local first responders.

April 19, 2013 Leave a Comment


The Waco, TX, disaster team serves lunch

The Salvation Army is responding after a large explosion at a fertilizer plant devastated the small city of West, Texas, just before 8:00 pm, Wednesday evening. The Salvation Army quickly mobilized support teams and by midnight had deployed five Emergency Disaster Canteens (mobile kitchens) to the area. The massive blast, that measured 2.1 on the Richter scale, was felt as far as 80 miles (130 … [Read more...]

Salvation Army Continues Assistance in Boston

More than 1,729 meals and drinks supplied to victims, families and first responders over the first night of the response.

April 17, 2013 Leave a Comment


Salvation Army responders are assisting people impacted by the Boston Marathon explosions in the USA. Emergency feeding canteens have been positioned at various sites throughout the city, including the Unified Command Post, the Family Assistance Center and Kenmore Square. An additional canteen roved throughout the impacted area supplying food, snacks and beverages to those in need. More than 1,729 … [Read more...]

Salvation Army Provides Support in Boston

Officers and volunteers react quickly to help marathon participants and spectators.

April 16, 2013 Leave a Comment


The Salvation Army - Salvationist.ca - Providing support in Boston

The Salvation Army provided support to survivors and first responders in Boston, Massachusetts, after two explosions occurred near the Boston Marathon finish line on Monday. The blasts caused three deaths and injured more than 140 runners and spectators, police and hospital officials say. Salvation Army officers and volunteers were at the scene with two canteens (mobile kitchens) to provide … [Read more...]

General Challenges Congregations in Switzerland

General Linda Bond calls on Salvationists and friends to live holy lives during three-day visit.

April 16, 2013 Leave a Comment


Commissioner Hanny Boschung (Territorial President of Women's Ministries), Emil Ramsauer, General Linda Bond and Territorial Commander Commissioner Franz Boschung outside Berne Cathedral

During a three-day visit to Switzerland, General Linda Bond implored Salvationists and friends to live holy lives. While in the country the General led officers meetings in Berne, preached at a number of events, met with ecumenical leaders, gave several interviews and visited a Salvation Army hostel in Zurich. At a public service in Berne Cathedral, the General encouraged the congregation of … [Read more...]

The General Leads Easter Celebrations at Sale

Weekend includes the launch of an innovative community project.

April 16, 2013 Leave a Comment


General Linda Bond adds a palm-print to the mural wall next to the Growing Together community gardens

Salvationists and friends at Sale Corps in the United Kingdom Territory with the Republic of Ireland shared Easter under the leadership of General Linda Bond. The weekend also included the launch of an innovative community project. On Good Friday morning the General told the congregation to live with the mindset that every day should be a "foot of the cross" experience. During the evening … [Read more...]

Army Responds to Floods in Argentina

Emergency shelter, food and other essential items provided for victims.

April 5, 2013 Leave a Comment


Salvation Army trucks prepare for distribution in La Plata

The Salvation Army in Argentina is responding after storms and flooding caused devastation around Buenos Aires, with the the city of La Plata being particularly badly hit. Latest reports say that 57 people have been killed in the disaster – 51 in La Plata – and that more than 100,000 homes have been made uninhabitable. The Salvation Army has joined forces with a local food bank to serve the … [Read more...]

Sweden Welcomes General Bond

The General encourages Salvationists to challenge social injustice to demonstrate God’s love to others.

April 4, 2013 Leave a Comment


The General is welcomed to Stockholm by Wilma and Astrid

Salvationists and friends in Sweden were delighted to welcome General Linda Bond to their country. A public meeting in Jönköping took place in Kungsporten Church, which overlooks Lake Vättern, but the focus was firmly on Jesus Christ and what he can do in the lives of all who follow him. Music items by Nässjö Choir and Jönköping Band, as well as compassionate praise and worship songs, … [Read more...]