SO BE IT
By Elevation Worship

The latest album from Elevation Worship, SO BE IT, is a 10-track worship album recorded live at Elevation Church’s Ballantyne campus in Charlotte, North Carolina. Released in February 2026, the theme of the album rests on the truth that God’s Word is final, and his followers are called to respond to his promises and calling both willingly and faithfully.

The album features a range of worship leaders, including Chris Brown, Tiffany Hudson, Jonsal Barrientes, Jenna Barrientes, Isaiah Templeton, Davide Mutendji and Tori Elliott, with guests Leeland Mooring and Chandler Moore. Many of the songs, such as Jesus Be the Name, Call God and I Know a Name, have already been used in worship at church services to test how the music ministers to and moves followers of Christ.

SO BE IT is designed for personal listening and for use in congregations, mixing modern arrangements with congregational worship. The title track, SO BE IT, highlights the theme of the album, standing firmly in the finality of God’s Word.

SO BE IT is available on Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music.

Reading the Bible on Turtle Island: An Invitation to North American Indigenous Interpretation
By H. Daniel Zacharias and T. Christopher Hoklotubbe

Reading the Bible on Turtle Island: An Invitation to North American Indigenous Interpretation by H. Daniel Zacharias (Cree/Anishinaabe) and T. Christopher Hoklotubbe (Choctaw), with a foreword by Major Shari Russell (Saulteaux), seconded to NAIITS: An Indigenous Learning Community, explores how Scripture can be read through the perspectives of Indigenous Peoples in North America.

The authors examine the relationship between Scripture and Indigenous traditions, exploring themes such as community, creation and lived experience. The discussion surrounds the idea that Indigenous perspectives are not secondary to biblical interpretation, but rather complementary, offering a meaningful way of expanding on biblical understanding. Reading the Bible on Turtle Island explores this idea within a broader framework of Christian history in North America, including the impact of colonialism on Indigenous communities and their spiritual practices.

One goal of the book is to challenge the deep-rooted assumptions that have historically excluded Indigenous voices from the conversation. Zacharias and Hoklotubbe instead highlight the value of these perspectives in giving a more comprehensive reading of the Bible.

Throughout the book, the authors look at both biblical texts and historical context, while building connections between Scripture and Indigenous experiences. It is meant to be academic in nature and knowledge, while remaining accessible for anyone interested in biblical studies, theology and the role of Indigenous cultural identity in faith. 

Reading the Bible on Turtle Island is a powerful resource for anybody seeking to understand how Indigenous culture, lived experience and worldview contribute to Christianity.

Reading the Bible on Turtle Island is available to purchase on Amazon and at Indigo.

Zacharias and Hoklotubbe were interviewed on the Salvationist podcast while they were conducting research for Reading the Bible on Turtle Island, and they offer insights into the book’s development, as well as their personal journeys. Listen here.

Unalterable: Reclaiming The Salvation Army’s Unalterable Legacy ofWomen Who Lead

Unalterable: Reclaiming The Salvation Army’s Unalterable Legacy of Women Who Lead is a new four-part podcast series presented by The Salvation Army and produced collaboratively between territories in the United States, Canada and Bermuda, and International Headquarters.

At the heart of this series is a conviction embedded in the Army’s DNA. As General Lyndon Buckingham affirms: “The unalterable conviction woven into our history is clear—God calls and equips women and men alike to lead, to preach and to serve without limitation. Unalterable is an important and timely conversation, inviting us to reclaim the essence and message of our Founders within today’s Army. It calls us to ensure that our practice faithfully reflects the theology we embrace.”

From the time it was founded, The Salvation Army has supported women’s full participation in ministry. This podcast series examines how this commitment has developed over time to become foundational to the organization’s mission and values, and how it is expressed today. 

Hosted by Rebekah McNeilly and Lauren Westwood, the podcast draws on a range of sources and voices including Salvation Army officers, theologians, historians and other contributors. Through the discussion and sharing of personal stories, theological reflection and historical analysis, the podcast explores themes of leadership, identity and calling. It also addresses the various challenges presented to women within the organization and opportunities for the future.

The first episode explores the significant and evolving role of women from the Army’s inception, examining how culture, calling and expectation have shaped women’s leadership today. The second gathers perspectives from both men and women, alongside theological and historical insights. The third looks ahead, considering the future for women in the Army and how the movement might respond faithfully and courageously to present hopes and challenges. The final episode reflects on the series and invites ongoing dialogue around partnership, shared leadership and equal calling.

“I encourage Salvationists everywhere to listen, reflect and recommit to ensuring that the gifts of women are fully recognized, valued and celebrated across The Salvation Army,” says General Buckingham.

Unalterable is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music. Learn more and listen to the podcast here.