Phil Callaway sometimes complains, “My seedless watermelon has a seed in it.” or “My electric toothbrush died. Now I have to move my arm.” When that happens, he leaves Whine Country for a place called Gratitude, and everything changes. See why.
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Life Down Under
Relationships are what matter most, say Majors Krista and Tim Andrews.
by Giselle Randall
Canadian officers Majors Tim and Krista Andrews serve as corps officers in the Australia Territory, where they enjoy the weather, outdoor activities and coffee culture. Features editor Giselle Randall spoke with them about the challenges facing the country, building community partnerships and what they’ve learned during the pandemic.
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A Message of Hope
“God is our refuge and strength … we will not fear, though the earth give way.”
by Colonel Glen ShepherdAs the COVID-19 pandemic stretches on, take heart in the truth of the Resurrection and God’s triumph over evil.
Oshawa Temple Tales
Our mission: create children’s content for online Sunday services.
by Simon Hopkins
In March 2020, Oshawa Temple, Ont., put out a call for contributions as they moved church services online. Simon Hopkins, Paige Sharp and William Chinnery accepted the mission.
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"The Right Thing"
For Frank Campion, mayor of Welland, Ont., that meant donating his pay raise to The Salvation Army.
by Melissa Yue Wallace
When Welland, Ont., Major Frank Campion discovered the majority of his council approved a pay raise during the COVID-19 pandemic despite his protests, he didn’t think it was appropriate. So he decided to donate his raise to "the right people": The Salvation Army.
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Disturbing Present Darkness
Salvationist women shine light on what this new theme means to them.
Compiled by Leigha Vegh
When people across the country rung in 2020, no one was aware that a pandemic of global proportions and new racial injustices were in store for the new year. With the many challenges of the previous year in mind, the women’s ministries department piloted the theme “Disturbing Present Darkness” for 2021 to encourage women across the territory.
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"I'm Here to Help Others"
Gerry Mercer has never lost the faith his Salvation Army grandmother instilled in him.
by Helena Smrcek
How did the son of a drug-dealing mother and a father who was a motorcycle gang member become a Salvationist?
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The Salvation Army is active in more than 130 countries worldwide. With such a wide scope of ministry, there are many service opportunities for both officers and lay personnel interested in serving overseas. Below is a list of available positions in other Salvation Army territories, prepared by the IHQ personnel department.International Service
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“Are You Listening?”
God’s persistent prompting started Jeff Robertson on the journey to officership.
by Ken Ramstead
Jeff Robertson loved serving as a layperson in The Salvation Army. But God was calling him to more.
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In March, The Salvation Army recognized the one-year anniversary of the World Health Organization’s declaration of a global pandemic by joining together for a territorial day of prayer. Major Colin Bain, assistant executive director, Toronto Housing and Homeless Supports, shared the following poem he wrote to acknowledge the contributions of Salvation Army personnel who serve on the front lines to share the love of Jesus.