Many Salvationists served with The Salvation Army War Services overseas and in Canada during both world wars.

The Home Front is an ongoing series where we highlight the mission and ministry taking place around our territory. We will visit each Canadian province and territory, as well as Bermuda, and celebrate the innovation and impact the Army is having in corps, social services and youth ministry. This month, we highlight Prince Edward Island.

At Nanaimo Community Church, B.C., an art therapy program is blending creativity, community and mental-health support into a unique and accessible therapeutic experience. The program is led by Hannah Arabsky, an art therapist who also works part time at the Salvation Army thrift store in Nanaimo. “I grew up in an artistic family,” she says. “I

Two participants in the program share their experience—Simon Gough from the Canada and Bermuda Territory, in the mentor role, and Dominique Bradley from the United Kingdom, in the emerging songwriter role.

Paul Carew, leadership development secretary, shares his thoughts on how the Army’s leadership is evolving, the importance of staying mission-focused, and what gives him hope for the Army’s future.

Dr. Lucinda talks about her spiritual journey, from encountering God as a child to her leadership at The Willows church today, and how she lives out her faith in her medical practice.

Long a staple of high school English classes, Frankenstein has been adapted into countless stage plays, films and television programs, the latest being a lush, big-budget production directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro.

As a Kodakid, one of many British children evacuated to North America to escape German bombs, Major Pam  Woods, feels that the experience was the most formative one of her life. And she is grateful.

As Faye Michelson found out over an encounter at a supermrket express line, the opportunities to offer small gestures of kindness are often fleeting; hesitate and they are gone.

The Salvation Army surveyed more than 1,500 Canadians to better understand their attitudes, behaviours and experiences on issues such as the availability of housing and food, general affordability and related health outcomes.

For people who are experiencing homelessness, the first few months after transitioning into housing can be challenging. The transition can come with financial stresses, food insecurity, trouble navigating systems and resources, and adapting to independent living. Welcome Home, a program launched by The Salvation Army’s community and family

In August, The Salvation Army in Fernie, B.C., celebrated 125 years of active service in the community. A moving prayer breakfast at a local hotel kicked off the anniversary weekend, followed by a family fun afternoon in the parking lot of the thrift store with a dunk tank, bouncy castle, games, a free barbecue and live music by an ensemble of

“We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.”—Nicene Creed

Leadership has never felt like a solo journey for me. From the very beginning of my calling to Salvation Army officership, I often wrestled with doubt. My first instinct was usually, “Me, Lord, really?” That inner hesitation, what many call imposter syndrome, was a voice that questioned whether I truly belonged in leadership. Over the years, I

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