‘Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. 23 They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.’
Lamentations 3:22–23 NIV
General Shaw Clifton (Rtd), The Salvation Army’s 18th beloved international leader, was promoted to Glory, yesterday, 29 May 2023.
More details will follow, but we ask the global Salvation Army family to hold Commissioner Birgitte Brekke-Clifton and the Clifton family in their prayers at this time.
Retired General Shaw Clifton’s impact throughout the Army world has been immeasurable and we thank God for every opportunity for ministry the Lord enabled him to share.
The award recognises The Salvation Army’s extensive geographic reach and inclusive engagement efforts across its programmes.
Young Salvationists invited to look up and see God moving across Europe and their lives.
The Salvation Army joins the global community in commemorating World Humanitarian Day 2025 (19 August) – a day to honour the courage, compassion and sacrifice of humanitarian workers around the world.
General Lyndon Buckingham and Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham have encouraged and challenged delegates to the USA Southern Territory Bible Conference, held at Lake Junaluska, North Carolina, from 3 to 9 August 2025.
Salvation Army young people from around the world met with the General and Commissioner Bronwyn to share their hearts, ask questions and talk about their hopes for the future of The Salvation Army.
Representative Salvation Army young people from around the world convened at Sunbury Court, United Kingdom, from 27 June to 3 July 2025 for the movement’s first such gathering to be held in 28 years.