The tradition of giving gifts at Christmas is symbolic of the gold, frankincense and myrrh the Wise Men gave to Jesus, as well as a reminder that Jesus was God’s gift to us. Each Christmas, The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda shares this gift of hope in communities across the territory.
Hands and Feet
We all have a part to play in the body of Christ, says Carol McDowall of North Street Citadel in Bermuda.
I have come to understand, through God’s living Word and example, the importance of serving, helping and being available to others.
The Best of Both Worlds
Neil Thompson had no idea how to be in two places at one time. But God had a plan.
by Ken Ramstead“ ‘This isn’t the life I have for you. I have much bigger things in mind. You just need to follow me.’ ”
The Joyful Sound of Salvation
The music of the season reminds us of the greatest gift.
From the Office of the Territorial CommanderMay the love of Christ shine brightly through us, leading others to the manger where they, too, can find the Saviour of the world.
We Couldn’t Do It Without You
From food banks to community services to Christmas kettles, volunteers are the army behind The Salvation Army.
As we celebrate International Volunteer Day, meet three volunteers who play an essential role in the mission of The Salvation Army.
Committed to the Cause
The Army honours retiring Vancouver advisory board members.
by Abbigail Oliver
(Above) The Salvation Army hosted a celebratory luncheon in September to recognize retiring board members. From left, Thomas Skidmore, Kelly Heed and George Hungerford In 1980, lawyer George Hungerford was approached to join The Salvation Army’s Greater Vancouver Advisory Board, a dedicated group of community leaders positioned to assist
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Of Music and Mentorship
Cathie Koehnen, new leader of the Canadian Staff Songsters, shares her journey of music ministry and vision for the future.
After a life of music ministry in The Salvation Army and seven years in the Canadian Staff Songsters (CSS), Salvationist Cathie Koehnen has taken over leadership of the CSS following the retirement of Major Len Ballantine. Abbigail Oliver, Salvationist staff writer, spoke with Koehnen about her experience teaching music, the importance of
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A Passion for Preaching
Riley Hobbs’ God-given gifts have helped him develop a stronger connection with The Salvation Army.
by Nathan Reid-Welford“I think that reading about my story will spark hope. My generation isn’t done!”
Thanks to your generous support, hundreds of people around the world received the transforming gift of hope this year.
Marking National Housing Day
How Belkin House in Vancouver is building pathways to housing.
by Jenea GomezEach year, an estimated 235,000 people in Canada experience homelessness. Belkin House in Vancouver is tackling the most common barriers to getting and keeping housing with an extensive housing pathway program.