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The General takes Scottish Salvationists back to soul-saving roots at recent “Changing Minds” conference
April 30, 2012 by Major Stephen Poxon Leave a Comment
General Linda Bond was the special guest when Salvationists joined friends from other churches at the International Climbing Arena in Edinburgh for the "Changing Minds"-themed Roots Scotland conference. A hallmark of the event was the number of people who made their way to the mercy seat to make a fresh commitment to God or to pray for their nation. Roots conferences have been held in the … [Read more...]
Seekers in Anglia Division respond to the Chief of Staff’s call to stand up for Jesus
April 27, 2012 by Major Cliff Allchin Leave a Comment
Salvationists from across the Anglia Division, United Kingdom Territory with the Republic of Ireland, gathered at the Apex, Bury St Edmunds, in early April for a celebration under the leadership of the Chief of the Staff (Commissioner Barry C. Swanson) and the World President of Women's Ministries (Commissioner Sue Swanson). As people arrived they were challenged: "Will the real followers of Jesus … [Read more...]
General Linda Bond spends Easter weekend witnessing in Norwich, United Kingdom
April 25, 2012 by Brian Cushion 3 Comments
A number of seekers knelt at the mercy seat and at the foot of a cross in Norwich Citadel, United Kingdom Territory with the Republic of Ireland, during a busy Easter weekend visit by General Linda Bond. On Good Friday morning, the General commenced her visit with an interview for BBC Radio Norfolk Breakfast Time. She spoke of her call to preach the transforming message of Jesus, her ministry … [Read more...]
Salvation Army staff and volunteers continue work in flood-ravaged Fiji
April 12, 2012 by Major Christina Tyson Leave a Comment
Salvation Army staff and volunteers are at work in flood-ravaged Fiji as the island nation braces itself for a tropical storm predicted to intensify to cyclone force. A state of natural disaster has been declared for most of the country’s western area after heavy flooding killed four people and forced thousands into evacuation centres. Salvation Army centres in Lautoka and Nadi are being used … [Read more...]
Commissioner Sue Swanson joins African women in prayer and praise at Africa Women Leaders’ Conference
April 2, 2012 by Commissioner Dorita Wainwright 1 Comment
Forty-eight delegates from the 13 territories, three commands and one region of The Salvation Army's Africa Zone gathered with special guest Commissioner Sue Swanson (World President of Women's Ministries) to pray, learn and share fellowship at the fifth All Africa Women Leaders' Conference. The theme of the conference—held in Harare, Zimbabwe—was "Reproducing Generations of Leaders." In … [Read more...]
General Linda Bond reveals Welsh links during visit to the Land of Song
March 29, 2012 by Major David Emery Leave a Comment
"Songs of praises," as featured in the great Welsh hymn "Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah," resounded throughout the visit to Wales by General Linda Bond. "Cwm Rhondda" is the name of the tune most commonly associated with the hymn, so it was fitting that the Saturday Showcase—the first event of the General's visit to the South and Mid Wales Division of The Salvation Army's United Kingdom … [Read more...]
In partnership with The Salvation Army, animal-assisted therapy teams have visited residents in the tornado-stricken areas of Indiana
March 28, 2012 Leave a Comment
The Salvation Army is finding unusual ways to help people whose homes and livelihoods were destroyed by tornadoes in southern Indiana, USA. Animal-assisted therapy teams from the organization HOPE Animal-Assisted Crisis Response (AACR) have visited residents in the tornado-stricken areas, in partnership with The Salvation Army. Since HOPE AACR was founded in 2001 it has grown to have more than … [Read more...]
The General shares a message of encouragement and challenge with Salvationists in Oslo, Norway
March 26, 2012 by Marianne Klæboe Jernberg 1 Comment
The congregation at Oslo Temple Corps, Norway, was energized, encouraged and uplifted by the visit of General Linda Bond. The General—making her first visit as international leader to the Norway, Iceland and The Faeroes Territory—emphasized the importance of seeking the power of the Holy Spirit and reaching out with the mission of Jesus Christ. Drammen Gospel Choir set the mood of the … [Read more...]
The General encourages Salvationists to pursue holiness and go all out for Jesus
March 9, 2012 by Carla Lindsey and Major Christina Tyson Leave a Comment
Leaders from across The Salvation Army's South Pacific and East Asia (SPEA) Zone appreciated the opportunity for spiritual retreat, development and the exchange of ideas on how to grow the Army when they met in conference in Rotorua, New Zealand, with General Linda Bond from February 21-26. "Gaining from the experience of others was informative and helpful, and the General's teaching was … [Read more...]
Salvation Army teams in New South Wales, Australia, respond to devastating floods
March 8, 2012 by Scott Simpson Leave a Comment
Salvation Army Emergency Services (SAES) teams have been working around the clock in south-east Australia, where some areas have experienced the worst flooding in more than 150 years. Southern regions in the state of New South Wales (NSW) have been hardest hit, with SAES teams working to assist affected residents in many cities and towns including Wagga Wagga, Leeton, Forbes, West Wyalong, … [Read more...]
When the program launched, approximately 20 mothers and children came to the games night, which happens every Friday. Now, nearly 60 people attend each week.
Booth UC grants 61 certificates and degrees to students
May 6-12 is Emergency Preparedness Week, a national effort of Public Safety Canada in partnership with The Salvation Army and other emergency management organizations
Monthly dinner program reaches out to low-income individuals and families
