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Officers and cadets provide medical assistance and spiritual care.
April 25, 2013 Leave a Comment
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...]
Salvation Army programs offer clean water, sanitation, health care, education and vocational training
March 16, 2010 Article and photos by Art Nickel 1 Comment
Although the geographical size of Bangladesh is only twice that of New Brunswick, the country has a population of 154 million people. Its capital city, Dhaka, is home to an estimated 12.3 million people, with over 3,000 overcrowded slums and rampant poverty. The average income is less than $2 per day. Located in South Asia between Bengal and Burma, Bangladesh was part of British India until 1947, … [Read more...]
Major Gillian Brown outlines the Partners in Mission Campaign
February 3, 2010 Leave a Comment
Major Gillian Brown, Associate Director of World Missions in the Canada and Bermuda Territrory, introduces the 2010 Partners in Mission campaign. “Partners in Mission” is a Salvation Army church-based fundraising effort to support international partner territories. The 2010 campaign highlights Bangladesh. … [Read more...]
Through the Partners in Mission Campaign, we have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others
February 3, 2010 by Major Gillian Brown Leave a Comment
Despite the economic upheaval of the past year and a half, few Canadians have to worry about accessing adequate food, clean water, health care or education. There are millions of people around the world, however, who daily struggle just to survive. Through its work in 119 countries, The Salvation Army is doing its best to make the world a better place. Whether in China, Liberia, Hungary or … [Read more...]
Love is in the air. Catch that loving feeling as you respond to the Partners in Mission Campaign
February 1, 2010 by Major Gillian Brown Leave a Comment
It is February and love is in the air! Celebrated worldwide, Valentine’s Day is a reminder of the importance of love and friendship as an enrichment of our lives. February also marks the launch of the Partners in Mission (PIM) Campaign. Aside from the obvious connection between the beginning of the Lenten season and a campaign built on sacrificial giving, it is fitting that the appeal is … [Read more...]
The Salvation Army is deeply committed to rescuing women and children who are forced into prostitution by poverty
January 15, 2010 by Gillian Brown Leave a Comment
The Salvation Army has developed programs in more than 25 countries, from Mexico to Sri Lanka, making a difference in the lives of those most vulnerable. Here are some success stories. A Life in Darkness Laboni was born into the sex trade. Raised in a Jessore, Bangladesh, brothel and vulnerable to exploitation, she wanted to make different choices for her life. Poverty and little education were … [Read more...]
Now active in 117 countries, The Salvation Army is at work in all corners of the globe
March 27, 2009 by Major Gillian Brown 1 Comment
We live in a broken world where millions experience hunger, poverty, war, disease, unemployment, and lack of education and health care. There are so many challenges that it can be difficult to know how and when to respond appropriately. Fortunately, The Salvation Army is active in 117 countries, demonstrating love in action to those desperate for support and assistance. The Salvation Army … [Read more...]
Captain Elizabeth Nelson offers hope of transformation to Bangladeshi women forced into a life of prostitution
February 20, 2009 Interview by John McAlister Leave a Comment
Captain Elizabeth Nelson is a Canadian Salvationist living in Bangladesh. For the past five years, she has served as the projects officer, overseeing the social work of The Salvation Army. Captain Nelson speaks with John McAlister about her ministry. What is your role in the Bangladesh Command? As the projects officer, I oversee all of the social work that the Army runs, such as clinics, … [Read more...]
The General and Commissioner Helen Clifton lead commissioning weekend meetings in Bangladesh
December 23, 2008 by Major Evelyn Posadas Leave a Comment
General Shaw Clifton and Commissioner Helen Clifton were given a warm welcome to Bangladesh at the start of their three-day visit. At the training college campus, where most of the events took place, Salvationists gathered to greet their leaders with garlands. Children waved red, yellow and blue flags and girls from the Integrated Children's Centre gave a welcome song and dance. … [Read more...]
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