Like nothing else, being thankful is the key to facing perilous times. It produces the peace and abiding joy of knowing that God is at work in us, even in the hard days
At a time when, as Canadians, we are confronted with our colonial past, we pray, “Forgive us our debts, our sins," says retired Salvation Army officer Major Ray Harris in his review of Donald E. Burke's "The Lord's Prayer: Drawing Heaven and Earth Together."
Stand Up, Step Up, Speak Up
Salvation Army launches modern slavery and human trafficking campaign.
by Major Ray Lamont
The Salvation Army is launching a campaign called “Stand Up, Step Up, Speak Up" for Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
Gateway to Healing
A Salvation Army facility helped Jason Bass-Meldrum find his passion.
by Melissa Yue Wallace
Toronto Public Health nurse Jason Bass-Meldrum found his calling while working at a Salvation Army facility.
As we walk into 2021, we are reminded that we are still purveyors of hope.
“And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God” (Micah 6:8).
Just a Bag of Popcorn?
For many essential workers on the front lines of COVID-19, it was much more than that.
Lisa HillierA local store's snack contribution helped two Salvation Army officers spread joy during COVID-19.
Remembering to care for ourselves has become increasingly important just as it is becoming more challenging. But there’s reason to have hope. Implementing some changes to our routines can make a big difference in mitigating fatigue, and potentially in preventing burnout altogether.
If there was ever a time in history when our world needs the presence, ministry, love and service of The Salvation Army, it is now! It is my prayer that in 2021 we will be an Army that is out there, not confined to barracks by COVID or any other oppression, but that we will be a people mobilized by the Spirit, compelled by love and battle-ready. Because God is with us.
Come From Away On Christmas Day
When airline passengers were stranded at Deer Lake, N.L., The Salvation Army pitched in to help.
by Diane Stark
When a jet was diverted to Deer Lake, N.L., on Christmas Eve, members of The Salvation Army jumped at the opportunity to provide food and transportation to the stranded passengers.