When I look back on my walkabout, I can see that God was always there, putting people in my life at key points and reminding me of his plan.

As we enter the next chapter of life and ministry for The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda, we are focusing on the front view.

God wants to do a new work in the spiritual life of worshipping congregations throughout our vast territory. Will we consent to his transforming work? Will we choose, with God’s help, to get well? If so, let’s put aside the obstacles that may cause us to think small and instead strive to seek a whole vision.

(Above) Mjrs David and Brenda Allen are the corps officers at North York TempleCommissioned in 1996, Majors David and Brenda Allen have served faithfully across the Canada and Bermuda Territory in a variety of corps settings, from rural communities to urban centres, from a church plant to corps rich in Army heritage. Prior to their current

Joyce Downer was certain that she wanted to be a Salvation Army officer, but to do that she would have to move from the town she loved and give up a career that she enjoyed.

What a relief it was as a parent—now with five children—to rest, knowing God was in charge.

For many girls and successful women around the world, The Salvation Army has played an integral part in their journey.

Salvationist reached out to racialized people across the territory to hear their insights and lived experiences with the goal of helping The Salvation Army become more sensitive and inclusive.

A few months ago, I received a phone call from our territorial leaders, Commissioners Floyd and Tracey Tidd, giving me the opportunity to further explore the experience of gender within The Salvation Army as a gender equity advocate.

This autumn, the Canada and Bermuda Territory launched “Mobilize 2.0—Inspired for Mission, Positioned for Growth,” entering an intentional period of transformation for our movement. This transformation will seek to ensure that we are a mobilized Army, equipped with a vision-aligned strategy to deliver the mission we believe God has given The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda for this decade.

Salvation Army officer Major Ray Lamont calls Salvationists to engage with human trafficking statistics on a deeper level.