“I went from having a full-time career to facing life as a single mom,” says Erin Menzies. Fortunately, the Army was there.
Last Christmas, Major Shirley King witnessed an act of selflessness -- a God moment -- at her church, a sacred space where God came and used His people. It occurred between two people, "one declaring need. The other responding to the need."
The Spirit of Giving
With the help of The Salvation Army, 12-year-old Sarah Byford raises money to "help children and make them smile."
By Melissa Yue WallaceSarah Byford is known for her many fundraisers in the community. She has collected 250 stuffed bears for kids at the Children’s Hospital Foundation in Victoria; made gift baskets and cards and designed golf towels and T-shirts to raise money; sold candy and hot chocolate, using the proceeds for the Ronald McDonald House; spent her birthday money for people in need; and organized raffles and bottle drives for charity.
“I want to help children and make them smile.”
No spooling! Upcycle empty spools, vintage patterns, random buttons and rickrack trim into festive décor with this fun and easy DIY.
Season of Wonder
New devotional book captures the essence of the Christmas story through a unique lens,
By Laura Van SchaickMaking Room in Advent: 25 Devotions for a Season of Wonder is a stunning collection of original paintings depicting the Christmas story as told in the Gospel of Luke, paired with Scripture readings, devotional messages, breath prayers and reflection questions. Whether you are new to the Christmas story or have become overly familiarized with it, this book will help you encounter the Nativity in a fresh and contemplative way as you tune your heart to the wonder of Jesus’ birth this Advent season.
Every time Phyllis Barnaby sees or hears anything related to The Salvation Army, she gets emotional. “The Salvation Army showed me the meaning of giving,” she says, and she now contributes to the Army whenever she gets the chance.
This feature piece on any wall is a simple and cost-effective project. A thrifted frame, paint and paintbrush, cardboard, corkboards, glue gun and glue sticks, and moss brings a bit of forest to your décor.
Trucking In Some Good
Firefighter steps up with a weighty donation to help The Salvation Army help others.
by Kimberly McIntyre
After 14 years of working as a firefighter, including four years in Kirkland Lake, Ont., Jeremy Alldred-Hughes has always had a heart to serve the community, both on and off work hours. “I feel like any first responder has the passion and desire to help, serve and look after our community. That doesn’t stop when we punch the clock.
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Rose Among Thornes
Novel casts a light on the internment of Japanese Canadians during the Second World War.
By Joyce Starr MaciasThe cruel treatment of Japanese Canadians during the Second World War is addressed in fictional form by Canadian author Terrie Todd in her page-turning novel, Rose Among Thornes.
Passion Projects
Bob Hostetler lives by a simple yet profound mission statement: to know God and to make Him known.
By Helena SmrcekAward-winning writer and public speaker Bob Hostetler has been a disc jockey, pastor, magazine editor and freelance book editor. “Who knows how many years I have left?” he smiles. “But my mission—‘To know God and to make Him known’—continues to be a passion for me. That’s why I continue to write, and that’s why I continue to try to reach as many people as possible.”