When the teachers of the law brought a woman caught in the act of adultery to Jesus (see John 8:1-11), they expected Him to do one of two things: Have the woman stoned or set her free. Either way, they had Him.So, Jesus did the logical thing. He squatted down and wrote in the dirt.
Salvationist Podcast: National Indigenous Peoples Day
What does it mean to read the Bible through an Indigenous lens?
For this episode of the podcast, we talk with Danny Zacharias and Chris Hoklotubbe, two Indigenous scholars and followers of Jesus who study theology from an Indigenous perspective. Danny is also one of the presenters at The Salvation Army’s INSPIRE Conference and Congress this month.
A Friendly Welcome
Ukrainian welcome centre in Calgary offers resources and support to newcomers.
by Abbigail OliverThe Ukrainian welcome centre provides time for connection and emotional support through future programs for kids, parents and families.
Commissioners Lee and Debbie Graves Appointed as Territorial Leaders
Appointment comes into effect on September 1, 2023.
Commissioners Lee and Debbie Graves have been appointed as territorial commander and territorial president of women’s ministries for the Canada and Bermuda Territory.
Commissioners Floyd and Tracey Tidd to Step Aside Due to Health Concerns
New territorial leaders to be appointed effective September 1, 2023.
Commissioner Floyd Tidd will take a medical leave of absence from September 1, 2023, to January 1, 2024.
Heavenly Fashion
There’s a special brand out there that won’t fade or wear out. Find out how you can get it.
By Phil CallawayThe bestselling book of all time offers us wise daily advice on what to choose from a vast wardrobe of options.
A walk with his daughter showed a father how to look at life from a new perspective.
Becoming a Living Mercy Seat
Like the woman at the well, we are called to the abundance of living water.
By Major Steven CameronIn John 4, we read about the woman at the well and see that she has been changed by an encounter with Jesus. She now lives to introduce others to Jesus. She has become a living mercy seat.
Her First Purpose
Captain Melissa Mailman feels her duty is to save souls, and The Salvation Army is where she can most effectively do that.
by Ken RamsteadThat’s why the Army is right for us because that’s what we believe our lives are about.
Meal Program Fills a Gap
Food assistance gives parents in Red Deer, Alta., additional support to keep their children fed.
By Juan RomeroThe Salvation Army backpack meal program has been in place since 2014 and serves 247 students from pre-kindergarten to Grade 12 in the 25 participating schools in Red Deer, Alta.



