Good energy, even dynamism, is often produced between two differing viewpoints. This is a rule of physics, academia, oratory, politics and more. Together the differing perspectives create vibrant tension. Here are 10 tensions matched together in The Salvation Army. Far from being feared or avoided, they give us dynamism.
Breaking the Mould
God used camp to teach Matthew Zimmerman an important lesson. Now he does the same in youth ministry.
by Abbigail Oliver
Though he grew up in a Salvationist family, attending Oshawa Temple, Ont., Matthew Zimmerman never liked going to church. “I hated it, honestly,” he admits. “I didn’t fit in.” But one summer, after reluctantly taking a maintenance job at Jackson’s Point Camp, Ont., he met a young camper who made all the difference. He felt God moving in his life
Strike Up the Band!
Andrew Burditt, new bandmaster of the Canadian Staff Band, shares how music advances mission.
From his early days of Salvation Army banding in Hamilton, Ont., to 23 years playing in the Canadian Staff Band (CSB), Andrew Burditt has witnessed the profound impact of music ministry. Now, the CSB welcomes him as its newest bandmaster, set to begin in fall 2025. A familiar name within the banding world, Burditt brings decades of musical and
Good Innings
The Salvation Army in Bermuda celebrates freedom, faith and love during Cup Match.
by Lieutenant Almeta WardIn Bermuda, Cup Match is one of the most anticipated events of the summer.
Living History: A-Scouting We Will Go
The Scouting movement has played an important part in the history of The Salvation Army.
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 showcase its large collection of Scouting artifacts.
Hidden in Plain Sight
Labour trafficking exists in Canada— and it’s closer to home than you think.
By Jenea GomezMost Canadians are completely unaware that the effects of modern slavery and human trafficking reach every province and community in this country.
The Home Front is an ongoing series where we highlight the mission and ministry taking place around our territory. We will visit each Canadian province and territory, as well as Bermuda, and celebrate the innovation and impact the Army is having in corps, social services and youth ministry. This month, we visit New Brunswick.
Campfire Conversations
Young Salvationists share the transformative power of working at camp.
by Abbigail Oliver
Every summer across the Canada and Bermuda Territory, young people devote their time to working at camp. It’s a place for fun and friendship, but it’s also where kids, teens and staff alike can encounter Jesus, sometimes for the first time. Many of the people who engage in this ministry started as campers themselves, returning year after year to
Top Brass
John Lam reflects on decades of ministry and why music is critical to the Army’s mission.
by Kristin OstensenAs he retires from the Canadian Staff Band, John Lam encourages all Salvationists to embrace the uniqueness of the Army’s musical culture.
Raising awareness of this safety issue is vital to protect the lives of those we love.