Claire Osmond attends St. John’s Citadel, N.L., and is a medical student at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Tell us a little about yourself. I’m from St. John’s, N.L., and currently live at home with my parents and younger sister while attending medical school at Memorial University of Newfoundland. I can often be found with a hot latte and
Living History: Spectacles of the Past
The Heritage Centre holds a true piece of Canadiana from none other than Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson.
Living History is an ongoing series showcasing just a small assortment of the more than 350,000 items housed at The Salvation Army Heritage Centre in Toronto. This month, we are highlighting one of the most unusual pieces in their possession: eyeglasses that belonged to Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson.
"I'm Safe Here"
Fleeing Mexico in the wake of cartel violence, Claudia’s young family found a safe haven with The Salvation Army.
By Chris McGregorThrough The Salvation Army, a family fleeing violence in Mexico found life-changing assistance, both from a food security and a spiritual perspective, as well as ongoing compassion and encouragement.
Let Your Fire Keep Burning
How living in Papua New Guinea showed me the real meaning of the Self-Denial Campaign.
by Lieutenant April BarthauWhile I grew up hearing about The Salvation Army’s Self-Denial Campaign, it wasn’t until 2016, when I first came to serve in Papua New Guinea (PNG), that I saw it lived out in action. One Sunday, as our corps officer introduced the campaign, he set a fundraising target, calling each of us to give up two weeks’ salary toward meeting this goal. My
Call and Commitment 2025: Captains Colleen and Justin Gleadall
Officers share their journey and how God has called and sustained them.
Each year, the month of February is designated in our territory as Call and Commitment Month, where we create space for individuals to discern and explore God’s call on their lives.
Stop Spreading the News
When it came to my bad habit of “sharing information” on social media, my son reminded me to keep the focus on God.
By Diane StarkWhen was the last time you shared a story about someone coming to Christ or beating an addiction with God’s help? Surely those stories are out there. They just aren’t as readily available as all the negative news
Bridging the Generation Gap
Family ministry builds community and connection across all ages.
by Abbigail OliverIn the wake of the pandemic, loneliness is on the rise. According to Statistics Canada, one in five Canadians reported experiencing loneliness during pandemic years, and seniors were disproportionately affected. To address this growing divide, Toronto’s Agincourt Temple Community Church has introduced Generations Create, an intergenerational
Singing in Harmony
How a song by a Canadian Salvationist is resonating with a Harbor Light corps in Chicago.
by Jahred WarkentinA song by a Canadian Salvationist is offering hope to a congregation at a Harbor Light corps in Chicago.
A TV Show That Feeds the Soul
When Calls the Heart co-creator and executive producer Brian Bird is creating a different kind of story.
By Helena SmrcekBrian Bird, co-creator and executive producer of the top-rated Hallmark Channel series When Calls the Heart, has written and/or produced nearly three dozen films, including The Heart of Man and The Case for Christ, and close to 400 episodes of television, working on shows such as When Hope Calls, Step-by-Step and Evening Shade. He’s currently developing five new feature films. He also worked on Touched by an Angel.
Salvationist Podcast: Overcoming Addiction and Helping Others
Salvationist Greg Kyllo shares his recovery journey and how he helps others get sober at the Bruce Oake Centre.
Greg Kyllo shares his personal story, his professional insights into sobriety and an encouraging message for those who might be struggling.



