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Salvation Army Celebrates 125 Years in the Caribbean

Thousands of Salvationists commemorate the anniversary of Salvation Army work starting in the Caribbean.

November 28, 2012 Leave a Comment


General Linda Bond delivers the message on Sunday morning, watched by the territorial leaders

The Prime Minister of Jamaica joined thousands of Salvationists from the Caribbean Territory, under the leadership of General Linda Bond, to celebrate the 125th anniversary of Salvation Army work starting in the Caribbean. The Army "opened fire" in Kingston, Jamaica, in 1887 and over the years its ministry has spread to a further 15 countries that, together, comprise the territory. Celebrations … [Read more...]

Violence in Jamaica

Salvation Army Cadets, Staff and Families Prepare to Flee Violence in Jamaica

May 26, 2010 1 Comment


Ongoing violent clashes between criminal gangs and the military and police in Kingston, Jamaica, are affecting The Salvation Army on the Caribbean island. The Army's training college, which is only a few blocks from the fiercest fighting, has had bullets through its windows. Cadets and staff from the college wait to be evacuated with their children as soon as the police feel it is safe for them to … [Read more...]