COVID-19 – Coronavirus news, updates and resources
As the world responds to the spread of coronavirus COVID-19, The Salvation Army continues to provide news and updates. We are also providing resources.
Latest news, photos and updates
Click on the map icons below to see updates from each location, and check out our Flickr album
See our latest news stories below.
22 April 2020
In almost all the countries where The Salvation Army operates, emergency responses to the COVID-19 pandemic are underway
21 April 2020
Salvationists and friends around the world responded with passion and compassion to the General’s call to pray for the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
17 April 2020
All means possible are being deployed by Leger des Heils as they seek to meet homeless people’s needs arising from COVID-19
17 April 2020
The Salvation Army in France and Belgium is encouraging citizens to provide free access to electricity so those in need can recharge their mobile phones.
15 April 2020
General Brian Peddle has called the international Salvation Army to pray on Sunday 19 April 2020 for the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.
We Can Beat COVID-19 posters
Caring for each other
All around the world, workplaces, restaurants, bars, clubs and many activities and events are closing down or being cancelled. This includes, in many places, Salvation Army gatherings. For many of us, this can be really difficult.
Gathering together and sharing in fellowship is usually so important. We are called to do so in the Bible – for example in Acts 2. So while we understand how important it is not to meet just now – to protect the vulnerable – we also recognise the impact that being isolated is going to have on lots of people.
We’ve put together these ideas for how we can keep on caring for each other, and keep on being people who care.
- Phone, text or video call a friend.
- Help with shopping and other goods.
- Uphold a friend in prayer.
- Give a gift of entertainment to somebody who is isolated.
- Support a struggling local restaurant or café.
- Open your windows and sing or make music!
- Support food banks, pantries and community cupboards.
- Drop cards with your contact details through your neighbours’ doors.
You can read more about our suggestions on Facebook and Instagram.
You can also download our poster with these tips:
Tips for online video
With many Salvation Army centres unable to gather together at the moment, you may be thinking about whether you could provide an online alternative. This is an exciting opportunity not only to reach regular congregations, but also those who might not normally enter our buildings.
If you are unsure how to go about providing such a service, we have put together a few tips and things to think about below.
Prayer resources
General Brian Peddle has issued a call to prayer, urging Christians to pray into the current coronavirus situation with urgency. Sunday 19 April 2020 has been set aside as a key time to do this together, initially. Your response can take many different forms, from quiet individual reflection, to family discussion and group prayer via video call.
We have put a few suggestions together to help guide you if you are not sure where to begin.
Free wordsearch download
The Salvation Army is responding to the coronavirus pandemic in 114 countries (as at 29 May 2020). Can you find them all in this free wordsearch? As you do, please pray for the response in each place.
Advice and information
The effects of the pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus (also known as COVID-19) are being felt around the world. As The Salvation Army continues in its mission to meet human needs in Christ’s name without discrimination, it is important to follow best practice to keep everybody as safe as possible.
Make use of these free downloads, containing information and advice to keep you safe.
