Some believe heaven is a myth, the creation of delusional wishful thinkers. But the very best IS yet to come.
Wondering if Officership is Right for You?
Explore your call through the ministry placement program.
by Shona BurdittThe Canada and Bermuda Territory’s ministry placement program gives participants the opportunity to see what life is like in full-time vocational ministry with The Salvation Army. As they work closely with officers in the field, in corps and social services, participants grow in their careers and in their relationship with God.
"We Can All Recover"
With the assistance of The Salvation Army, Kyle Arnold conquered addiction and rebuilt his life.
By Juan RomeroKyle Arnold finally got out of a cycle of addiction that had taken over his life for almost 20 years, with the help of The Salvation Army. “There’s no such thing as ‘too far gone.’ We all can recover,” he concludes.
Ambassador of Peace
From doughnut seller to diplomat, Momo Gborkowkollie Douwee has dedicated his life to serving God through the Army.
by Abbigail OliverMomo Gborkowkollie Douwee is the social-medical and public relations secretary of The Salvation Army’s Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea Territory, as well as a Liberian diplomat and commissioned Ambassador of Peace and Goodwill.
The Red Geranium
When she was faced with her poor attitude, a surprise gift helped Jeanette Levellie change her ways.
By Jeanette LevellieAfter a parking-lot confrontation outside of her church, Jeanette Levellie needed a bright reminder that God’s grace is deeper than her sin and shame. And since we never know what kind of day someone is having, we need to remember to share that grace with them.
Bending Toward Justice
Engaging in conversations about racial equality in our churches.
by Phylicia RawlinsIs fear leading us away from those on the margins or are we following Jesus, who is leading us to them?
Call & Commitment: In Conversation With the Territorial Commander
Major Carson Decker shares his officership journey and advice for those hearing God's call.
Commissioner Lee Graves meets with new territorial candidates secretary Major Carson Decker to learn more about his officership journey and his advice for those hearing God's call to Army ministry.
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
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Finding Hope in the Psalms
A concussion was composer Mike Janzen’s own valley of darkness.
By John LonghurstLate one night in 2016, Christian composer and pianist Mike Janzen got up out of bed in Toronto to get a drink of water.His life hasn’t been the same since. After seeking medical attention, he was diagnosed with a concussion and told it could take a few weeks or a couple of months to feel better. It took four years. He still doesn’t feel 100 percent recovered. Unable to write music or perform, Mike turned to the Bible’s Book of Psalms for comfort
Salvationist Podcast: Learning to Suffer Well with Aimee Patterson
Salvation Army author shares cancer journey and how the church can better respond to suffering in our world.
On this episode of the podcast, Aimee tells us about her journey with cancer, what she’s learned from the story of Job, and how the Army can better serve suffering humanity.