Celebrating National Salvation Army Week
BY WARREN L. MAYE
In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower officially proclaimed a week to appreciate The Salvation Army, a branch of the Christian Church, which has for 154 years exemplified the [...]
Mother’s Day
BY COLONEL CHRISTINE ROCK
Every mother has a little stash of cards, notes and precious “masterpieces.” Scribbled by tiny, sticky hands and presented with beaming pride, perhaps along burned toast and spilled orange juice, [...]
The General’s 2023 Easter Message
BY GENERAL BRIAN PEDDLE
This Easter comes as Salvation Army leaders from around the world have been called together to elect a new [...]
The Season of Lent
BY COMMISSIONER G. LORRAINE BAMFORD
We are in the midst of the season of Lent. However, Lent is not a season or a holiday or even an observance. In truth, it’s a time [...]
A Presidents’ Day Message
BY COLONEL IVAN ROCK
Presidents’ Day, originally billed as a time to celebrate the birth of George Washington, is a day to honor leaders of years past. This day offers us an opportunity to contemplate the type of leadership we need as a society and as a church.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Every year, the United States celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, recognizing the history, culture, and contributions of United States citizens whose ancestors came from [...]
Return To the Tower
BY WARREN L. MAYE
Breathtaking is the word that describes the view from One World Observatory, 102 stories above Manhattan Island atop of One World Trade Center. Formerly known as the Freedom Tower, it stands next to the memorial that marks the site of the World Trade [...]
Juneteenth
BY WARREN L. MAYE
The Salvation Army and many other organizations have designated Juneteenth as a company holiday. Nike, the NFL, Best Buy, and Target have made similar announcements. They join many other business establishments in the United States and in the world in making the celebration a paid day off.
Mother’s Day 2022
BY ROBERT MITCHELL
In recognition of Mother’s Day, 2022, we offer you a story about William “Kip” Moore, and his mother, Geraldine. Kip, who had become a beloved institution at the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Dayton, Ohio, died in April at age 59. His mom passed away in 2021.Their story appeared in the June 2015 issue of SACONNECTS magazine.
2022 Easter Message from the General
The General's Easter Message 2022 by General Brian Peddle I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation [...]