In our first-ever pop culture episode, the Salvationist podcast welcomes Dr. Mandy Elliott, a professor of English and film studies at The Salvation Army’s Booth University College in Winnipeg, to talk about two fascinating pieces of pop culture that came out this year—a book called Yesteryear and a new Netflix adaptation of Little House on the

A midair conversation changed a life for a woman travelling with Phil Callaway.

Kim Looyenga never thought she would be a Salvation Army soldier. Just a few years ago, all she knew about the Army was that it put out red kettles at Christmas and had community service programs. Today, she is a proud Salvationist participating in soldiership classes at Bridgetown Community Church, N.S., and she looks forward to being enrolled

Jeanette Levellie was envious of those who had more than she did and mad at God for not equalizing her status.

Why do you bless some people more than others, Lord? she complained. We are hardworking; we tithe and give to charity. Why do we still struggle financially?

Salvation Army officers and other church leaders are building relationships across dividing lines in Papua New Guinea’s Eastern Highlands Province.

If I’m honest, I used to keep many of my ideas to myself. I worried they were too different or simply not good enough. Over time, God has been teaching me that creativity begins with trust. I’ve learned to share what he places on my heart—not because every idea is the right one, but because discernment begins when we’re willing to offer it. No

During the first weekend of October, the College for Officer Training and Leadership Development (CFOT) overflowed with people, energy and expectation as delegates from across the Canada and Bermuda Territory gathered for Explore Your Call. Rooted in Jeremiah 1:5, the weekend’s theme was “Made for a Divine Purpose,” celebrating the truth that

The Salvation Army’s food bank in Vernon, B.C., has launched a new points-based shopping system that provides greater flexibility, dignity and choice.

In Woodstock, Ont., a group of young sea cadets is developing vital leadership and disaster response skills through a unique partnership with The Salvation Army. Spearheaded by Trevor McLellan, emergency disaster services (EDS) specialist for the Ontario Division and sea cadet instructor, the program expands training opportunities for youth by

In August, The Salvation Army in Chilliwack, B.C., partnered with Ruth and Naomi’s Mission, a local Christian agency, to host an art exhibit that featured the talent and gifts of their clients. “Unhoused, Unhidden: A Celebration of Humanity” gave people in the unhoused community an opportunity to showcase their work at the Chilliwack Cultural