From February 1-7, 2025, the international development department holds a vibrant and immersive open house in honour of International Development Week, transforming their space at The Salvation Army’s territorial headquarters in Toronto into a lively, global showcase brimming with stories, laughter and hope. 

“I go out and share my story, and I hope I inspire others.” 

Captains Cathy and Scott Allen, then the pastors at Agincourt Temple Community Church, had suggested in the fall of 2024 that Tayo Oyerinde get his hair cut for a Partners in Mission fundraiser, part of an annual self-denial campaign that provides the necessary money to carry out the ministry of The Salvation Army worldwide. He readily agreed.

Unsurprisingly, Christmas looked a little different for Jessica and me this year. It was the first Christmas away from our immediate families and Toronto church community for both of us, and we were wary of what it would be like. How different would Christmas feel without our regular traditions?

Today, Aux-Captain Matthew Pittman is the corps officer at Robert's Arm-Pilley's Island Corps—back at the very church where he grew up in rural Newfoundland and Labrador. But 10 years ago, he couldn't have been further away from a life of ministry.

“Who would have thought making greeting cards could raise morethan $12,000 in four years?” says Major Lisa Trickett, corps officer at Penticton Community Church, B.C., and an avid crafter. For 23 years, Major Trickett has collected die cuts, stamps and other crafting materials for her hobby. Today, she runs a popular card-making class at the

For an evening a week, over the course of each session, the fellowship hall at Georgina Community Church in Jackson’s Point, Ont., is filled with young people attending the Georgina Chess Academy. Community members have also become more aware of the church’s location and the building’s openness as they know the church, now with Lieutenants Jenny and Matthew Rideout serving as pastors, is donating the space and time to the free club. 

The food bank at New Westminster Citadel, B.C., serves approximately 200 people weekly who come from the city and the surrounding communities of Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam. When Captains Jenny Marin and Carlos Cuellar became the corps officers in the summer of 2025, they recognized an opportunity to build a bridge between the corps on the

Colón, Panama, often called the northern gateway to the Panama Canal, is a city of contrasts, rich in history, culture and resilience. As one of Panama’s major port cities, Colón has long served as a vital hub for global trade and travel. Yet beyond its bustling harbour lies a deeper story, one of community, faith and hope. As our Partners in

The word empathy has become contentious, particularly in some Christian circles.