After an embarrassing incident with her mother, it occurred to Joyce Starr Macias that there was a similarity between my initial attitude toward the plants and the way we often treat people. By valuing each person as a unique creation of God, she now sees the beautiful blossoms of new friendships developing. "I’m expecting those blooms will keep flourishing even for people like me who weren’t born with a green thumb!" she says.

"Music is a way for me to understand God," says Elizabeth Shepherd, world-renowned jazz musician and Salvation Army member.

Many of us have a dark past, and when we recall that past, we feel unworthy to serve God and share His good news with others. But God used a former prostitute, Rahab,  to help His chosen people. He saw in her a brave heart and a strong soul. 

Jesus Revolution is based on the book of the same title by Pastor Greg Laurie, founder of Harvest Christian Fellowship, a retelling of his first-hand conversion experience with Lonnie Frisbee and Pastor Chuck Smith. An impressive film that does a great job of detailing the incredible spiritual awakening of the 1960s and ’70s and how God moved during that time, it absolutely has implications for us today. 

In Enola Holmes 2, Sherlock’s sister seeks the truth about a missing factory girl. In the course of her investigations, Enola discovers that unsafe factory conditions are killing the female workers. But in reality, The Salvation Army’s response to this and other social concerns, such as poverty and homelessness, echoes down the years to the present.

When God promised Abraham and Sarah a baby, the couple laughed. After all, were well into their senior years—and they’d never had kids. That didn’t bother God. With Him, a promise is a promise.  It may take Him longer than we like, but He always keeps His promises. Now that’s something to laugh about!

 The Bible contains many verses about God’s willingness to hold us close in frightening times of need. Joyce Starr Macias is living proof that God keeps his promises. And she is forever grateful that He strengthened her and helped her when she needed it most.

A woman of faith, Mayor Marianne Meed Ward is the second female mayor in the history of Burlington, Ont., and is making history in her community, all while leading with grace and compassion, and is using her gifts to better the people around her. 

Jane* was forced to flee to Canada, along with her children, with virtually nothing. Once she arrived, she turned to The Salvation Army for support.

Meal program builds relationships between seniors and people experiencing homelessness.

Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate and show how much that special someone means to you. Hit the Salvation Army thrift store to find some items that might help add a chic and fancy touch to your home dinner. 

Anne Beiler is best known as the founder of Auntie Anne’s, the world’s largest pretzel franchise. But behind her sunny smile lurks a hint of sadness that, at the age of 74, she has carried with her most of her adult life.

“Overcoming my tragedies, trauma and insecurities has been my greatest success,” Anne states.

Sonja Cuming Adams raised funds for The Salvation Army’s community and family services in Peterborough, Ont., with a two-day art show last October.

As the world turns its attention to Black History Month in February, it’s fitting to prompt a reflection on the “Blackness” of the Bible and the contribution it makes to Black history. The fact remains that the history chronicled in the Bible, the history of Jewish, Muslim and Christian faiths, is indeed the history of men and women of colour. The history of Black people.

Around the world and in Jamaica, The Salvation Army is a strong advocate for equity and women in leadership, uplifting and amplifying the voices of women on every level—spiritually, physically and emotionally

Kent Hepditch wanted to go up to the altar to become a Christian—but he couldn't move. Then, he felt a hand on his shoulder, and someone asked a question that changed his life.

Despite the hardships, Canadian Survivor winner Maryanne Oketch never considered quitting.  “When it’s raining and all you want is to be dry, you just keep playing the game." And she did!

1992’s Hurricane Iniki is a reminder to two Salvation Army pastors that love conquers all.

Once a globe-trotting pilot, Bob Ungar hastouched down, dedicating years of volunteertime to helping The Salvation Army.

Refresh your decor with help from your local Salvation Army thrift store.