Grow provides opportunities to explore themes of leadership, spiritual formation and social justice through a variety of guided Bible studies, exciting activities and life applications.
Salvationist Podcast: A "Magical" Ministry
Captain Matthew Trottier uses his magical talents to share the gospel.
As "Major Magic," Captain Matt proves that anything can be used for God’s glory—even a rabbit in a hat.
Welcoming the Proclaimers of Transformation
Five cadets and four auxiliary-captains celebrate saying “yes” to Jesus.
by Abbigail Oliver
Watch a replay of the Welcome Weekend service on our YouTube channel. On Sunday afternoon, Salvationists and friends gathered at Scarborough Citadel in Toronto for the territorial welcome of five cadets and four auxiliary-captains as the newest session to enter officer training. As they begin their first steps into a sacred covenant with the
Telling Tales
Can one story change the world? New movie, Light of the World, says it can.
By Diane StarkLight of the World, in theatres now, is an animated film about the ministry of Jesus, told through the eyes of the Apostle John, who is widely believed to have been the youngest of Jesus’ 12 disciples.
One Child at a Time
Opening doors to education through the Brighter Futures Children’s Sponsorship Program.
by Major Heather Matondo
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
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“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 McLeodIn 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.
Wish List
Phil Callaway’s wishes are really prayers and giving thanks for woofs over our heads.
By Phil CallawayDo you have ny wishes? When Phil Callaway thinks of wishes these days, he think of my grandkids.
Carrying the Torch
The Salvation Army is a perfect fit for Major Tammy Sabourin’s ministry philosophy and mindset.
By Ken Ramstead
“What I most enjoy about being an officer in The Salvation Army and what I’m enjoying most about my job is the creative aspect I’m allowed to have, not only as a Christ follower but as a woman,” declares Major Tammy Sabourin. “The opportunity that The Salvation Army provides for women is very important to me,” she continues. “I’m equal to my
Volunteer Extraordinaire
At 88 years old, Jimmy Steffan puts his zero-waste philosophy into practice in Wiarton, Ont.
by Ken RamsteadEighty-eight-year-old Jimmy Steffan is an important part of The Salvation Army’s Wiarton Community Church in Ontario.



