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Congress Shows Unity in Diversity

Salvationists gather in Paris for France and Belgium Territorial Congress.

November 16, 2012 Leave a Comment


The congress children's choir

The France and Belgium Territorial Congress – held in Paris, France – was a significant event, being the first such gathering since the two countries were brought together into a single territory in January 2009. Guest leaders for the event, which drew crowds of more than 1,000 people, were the Chief of the Staff (Commissioner Barry C. Swanson) and Commissioner Sue Swanson (World President of … [Read more...]

The General Continues to Encourage Salvationists Across Europe

General Linda Bond visits France and Belgium Territory and Switzerland, Austria and Hungary Territory

December 12, 2011 Leave a Comment


The General addresses the congregation at a public meeting in Budapest

by Major Emmanuel Westphal Making her first visit as international leader to the France and Belgium Territory, General Linda Bond left the territory's Salvationists in no doubt as to her strong convictions or her ability to share her message with great simplicity. The visit – in Paris, France – began with the General spending time with officers and the directors of various headquarters … [Read more...]

Centre for Women Re-opens in Paris

Palais de la Femme, a Salvation Army centre in France, reopens after refurbishment

June 30, 2011 by Pierre-Baptiste Cordier Leave a Comment


Studio-apartment

The Palais de la Femme in Paris, France – one of The Salvation Army's best-known buildings – has reopened after significant refurbishment. The centre, which provides accommodation to women in need and their children, was reopened by Colonel Massimo Paone, Territorial Commander of The Salvation Army's France and Belgium Territory, in the presence of various local and regional dignitaries. … [Read more...]