Gabon now 129th country where The Salvation Army’s presence is officially recognized.

The following international appointments and promotions have been decided by the General.

Delegates to the AFCO were delighted to welcome General-elect Commissioner Brian Peddle and Commissioner Rosalie Peddle.

As General and World President of Women’s Ministries, Commissioners Brian and Rosalie Peddle will be based at International Headquarters. But their real Army roots will always be in Newfoundland and Labrador.

The Salvation Army in Thunder Bay, Ont., took the next step in building a new Journey to Life Centre, with a ground-breaking ceremony and launch of a capital campaign.

Commissioner Susan McMillan will assume the role of executive officer of the Canadian Staff Band on July 1.

West African country to be the 130th country in which The Salvation Army has a legally and officially recognized ministry.

“Hallelujah! What a wonderful day!” said Lt-Colonel Sandra Rice as she welcomed Salvationists and friends to a worship service at the Toronto Congress Centre on June 17.

“The Messengers of the Gospel are ready to go and live up to their name!” declares Commissioner Susan McMillan, territorial commander.

Congress and Commissioning Weekend kicked off June 15 with Under the Big Top, a family-friendly community event.