For many people across Canada, The Salvation Army is often the first point of contact for someone experiencing poor mental health. In Yellowknife, a Salvation Army program aims to improve the quality of life for clients with mental-health diagnoses. “We try our best to make their lives as normal as possible,” says Kanishka Kawatra, supervisor of the mental-health program.
An initiative, developed after COVID-19, called the “Market Room” at the Salvation Army food bank in Truro, N.S., allows clients to have a comfortable experience when they come to pick up their food items.
“The inspiration was to give dignity back,” says Shannon Joy Skafte, community and family services worker.
A Minecraft Movie, in theatres now, is an adventure-comedy movie based on the 2011 video game “Minecraft,” As in the game, in real life, we all have unique talents. But while each of us is uniquely gifted, we’ve still got to put in the work. God created us with everything we need, including the self-discipline and courage to use our gifts for His glory. When we use our God-given talents the way He intended, anything is possible
Do we often take our senses for granted? Do we treasure them, thanking God for them on a regular basis? We ourselves might also have questions and doubt at times—perhaps even about our faith: If there is a God, why is this world in such a crazy state? Why suffering? Why so many things? Yet when we take time to pause and realize how we are so magnificently made, we must conclude that believing in God makes perfect sense.
Through love, marriage, infertility and sickness, Erica and Damian Azak have found a home in each other.
The Salvation Army is working to reduce poverty through programs that help them overcome barriers to employment and stable housing.
Snow White is a live-action reimagining of Walt Disney’s 1937 animated film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
For nearly three years, Alison has been a familiar face at the thrift store, volunteering three times a week. Her main role consists of taking care of the book donations. For this reason, she is affectionately known as the “Book Lady” by fellow staff members and customers.
At The Salvation Army’s Anchor of Hope Community Church's indoor soccer program in Vancouver, it’s still not about the goals scored or matches won, but about the profound impact it has on the lives it touches.
The Bible is not one book written by one author. It is a collection of 66 books (more like a library) and it contains books of many different genres. It’s important to understand what genre of book you’re reading to have the proper context for how to read it.
