The Salvation Army has submitted an application to the local government to change the status of the home to an "open" category, which would allow The Salvation Army to extend its care to other girls in need of a safe, loving environment where they too can flourish. The girls in this home are grateful for the long-distance hug and support they receive from our Sponsorship donors.
Located in the heart of the busy city of Mumbai, the Sion Girls Home provides a haven for 69 girls between the ages of 7 and 18. The majority of the girls are court appointed to live in the care of The Salvation Army. While living in the home the girls are able to continue their education, learn basic life skills and hear how much God loves and values them.
The Salvation Army has submitted an application to the local government to change the status of the home to an "open" category, which would allow The Salvation Army to extend its care to other girls in need of a safe, loving environment where they too can flourish. The girls in this home are grateful for the long-distance hug and support they receive from our Sponsorship donors.
The Salvation Army has submitted an application to the local government to change the status of the home to an "open" category, which would allow The Salvation Army to extend its care to other girls in need of a safe, loving environment where they too can flourish. The girls in this home are grateful for the long-distance hug and support they receive from our Sponsorship donors.
One Child at a Time
Opening doors to education through the Brighter Futures Children’s Sponsorship Program.
by Major Heather Matondo FeaturesInternational Development
Around the world today, nearly 25 million children are not attending school—a staggering number that reflects not just a crisis in education, but in opportunity, equity and hope. The reasons behind this are complex and varied. In some communities, families cannot afford the cost of tuition, uniforms or basic school supplies. In others, children
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A Special Education
For three decades, Lori Barry has taught the children no one wanted to teach—and they have changed her life.
by Ken Ramstead Faith & Friends“I’d always gravitated toward children with special needs, children who are extremely vulnerable,” teacher Lori Barry explains. “These children need so much attention, but they often fall between the cracks.” Lori has been teaching now for 30 years, most of that time in special education. “I’ve spent a career teaching the children that no one else wanted to teach, that no one wanted to commit to—and they’ve changed my life.”
Trailblazers
First session of cadets completes revised officer training program.
by Major Margaret McLeod FeaturesIn June, nine Champions of the Mission cadets—fondly described as trailblazers—were ordained and commissioned as Salvation Army officers. This session was the first to complete the revised training program at the College for Officer Training, which was relocated from Winnipeg to Toronto in July 2023.
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