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The Canada and Bermuda Territory enters into new relationships as part of the international Partners in Mission program
January 27, 2012 Leave a Comment
Salvation Army International Headquarters introduced Partners in Mission in 2002, a program designed to create partnership between territories with the intention of increasing the financial support of the Self-Denial Appeal. The Canada and Bermuda Territory was placed in a partnership group that included Germany, Spain, Mexico, Liberia, Tanzania, Hong Kong and Macau, and Singapore, Malaysia … [Read more...]
Exploring the truth behind the Lenten discipline. Don’t just give something up, take something on for the betterment of this world
March 8, 2011 by Andrea Brown Leave a Comment
Nearly everyone knows the clichés concerning Lent. We are to “give up” something as a kind of vague penance. Often I have been asked, “What are you giving up for Lent this season?” to which I reply, “I have no idea.” What one thing in my life do I want to give up in order to further my relationship with Christ? Really, I don’t feel as though giving up one harmful habit or … [Read more...]
The Salvation Army has the resources available to support the development of communities around the world
February 11, 2011 by John McAlister Leave a Comment
A few years ago, my wife, Rochelle, and I were living in Harare, Zimbabwe. I served as the literary secretary and Rochelle was the HIV-AIDS co-ordinator for the Zimbabwe Territory. For years we had contributed to the Army’s Partners in Mission Campaign (formerly known as self-denial); now we were seeing firsthand how the money was used to support other territories. During the two years we … [Read more...]
Through the Partners in Mission Campaign, the Canada and Bermuda Territory helps support the Army’s international work
February 11, 2011 by Major Gillian Brown Leave a Comment
Separated by just nine verses, Luke recounts Jesus’ encounter with two “rich” men (see Luke 18:18-19:1-10). The first was a successful, God-fearing man who kept the Ten Commandments, someone of whom everyone would surely speak well. The second man, a tax collector, was considered a traitor for working with the government that oppressed his people, even making a good profit from his … [Read more...]
Through the Partners in Mission Campaign, we can help provide care to women and children trapped in India’s sex-trade industry
April 29, 2010 by Major Gillian Brown Leave a Comment
Steps away from the territorial headquarters of The Salvation Army India West Territory in Mumbai are the slums featured in the movie Slumdog Millionaire. As a country, India has become an economic powerhouse and many people have benefited from its economic growth. But just as many have been left behind, with little hope of bridging the gap between the impoverished and the middle class. But … [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...]
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The Canada and Bermuda Territory enters into new relationships as part of the international Partners in Mission program
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