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Volunteers unload supplies from a Salvation Army emergency vehicle
Emergency response
USA Southern

The Salvation Army responds to catastrophic Texas floods

Emergency Disaster Services teams are working around the clock to provide meals, drinks and emotional and spiritual care to communities in Central...

A group of young Salvationists in front of the exhibition 'Transforming lives for 160 years'
International Headquarters

Salvation Army celebrates 160 years; anticipates powerful future

Transforming lives and communities since 1865

Salvationists worshipping
USA Southern

Leaders encourage USA Southern to be champions of mission

Commissioners Edward and Shelley Hill inspired and uplifted many at the territory’s commissioning weekend in Atlanta, Georgia

A choir sings on stage
USA Central

Congress underscores unity in Christ and mission

More than 2,200 people gathered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for the Belonging 2025 congress

Sir Boyd Tunnock with the territorial leaders of the United Kingdom and Ireland Territory
United Kingdom and Ireland

Order of Distinguished Auxiliary Service: Sir Boyd Tunnock

One of The Salvation Army’s highest honours has been awarded to ‘Scotland’s most famous baker’, Sir Boyd Tunnock

The Salvation Army prepares to celebrate 160th anniversary

One-hundred-and-sixty years ago next month, on 2 July 1865, evangelist William Booth preached to a crowd of people in a large tent in the East End of...

Chief of the Staff acknowledges vital partnership during USA National Headquarters visit

The Salvation Army’s Chief of the Staff Commissioner Edward Hill has visited the movement’s USA National Headquarters (NHQ) in Alexandria, Virginia.
Pope Leo XIV waves to the crowd in St. Peter's Square
Ecumenism

General’s representative meets Pope Leo XIV; attends inauguration mass

Lieut-Colonels Andrew and Darlene Morgan joined representatives from other churches and faiths at the Vatican to meet Pope Leo XIV

Major Velena Iga (centre) with her award, alongside Melania Trump and Marco Rubio
Modern slavery and human trafficking
Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands
Women

International Woman of Courage: Major Velena Iga

Papua New Guinea officer, Major Velena Iga, was one of eight women to receive the International Women of Courage Award in April

The Salvation Army’s global spiritual life survey is live!

Everyone linked to The Salvation Army is invited to participate in an online survey

Emergency response updates

Volunteers unload supplies from a Salvation Army emergency vehicle

Catastrophic Texas floods

Emergency Disaster Services teams are working around the clock to provide meals, drinks and emotional and spiritual care to communities in Central Texas, USA

A partially collapsed hotel in Myanmar

Earthquake in Myanmar

The Salvation Army mobilises resources following the deadly 7.7 magnitude earthquake

The remains of houses after the wildfires.

Wildfires in South Korea

The Salvation Army is engaged in emergency relief efforts following the single biggest wildfire ever recorded in South Korea

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Volunteers unload supplies from a Salvation Army emergency vehicle
Emergency response
USA Southern

The Salvation Army responds to catastrophic Texas floods

Emergency Disaster Services teams are working around the clock to provide meals, drinks and emotional and spiritual care to communities in Central Texas, USA, following the devastating flooding of the Guadalupe River.

A group of young Salvationists in front of the exhibition 'Transforming lives for 160 years'
International Headquarters

Salvation Army celebrates 160 years; anticipates powerful future

Transforming lives and communities since 1865

Salvationists worshipping
USA Southern

Leaders encourage USA Southern to be champions of mission

Commissioners Edward and Shelley Hill inspired and uplifted many at the territory’s commissioning weekend in Atlanta, Georgia

A choir sings on stage
USA Central

Congress underscores unity in Christ and mission

More than 2,200 people gathered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for the Belonging 2025 congress

Twenty-two truths for 2022

The international Women's Ministries section share twenty-two truths to hold close in this new year.

New Year Letter from the World President

Happy New Year! Commissioner Rosalie Peddle shares a word of encouragement at the beginning of 2022.

The Salvation Army in the USA Responds Across Five States to Devastating Tornadoes

The Salvation Army is on the scene serving first responders and survivors of a tornado that caused devastation across the midwest and southern regions.

Christmas Reflections from the World President

Commissioner Rosalie Peddle reflects on the spiritual significance of the Star of Bethlehem in her Christmas letter for 2021.

The Salvation Army in the USA Helps Afghan Evacuees

The Salvation Army is working in New Mexico to provide donations management of nearly 100 tons given to support the US’s ‘Operation Allies Welcome’.

What's on your heart? | Youth and Children

Commissioner Rosalie Peddle interviews Captains Marc and Mariska Potters, International Youth and Children's Officers.

The General and Commissioner Rosalie Peddle Share Virtual Congratulations and Blessings as Russia Command Celebrates 30th Anniversary

The international leaders were guests at the 30th anniversary celebrations of work restarting in Russia after the fall of the Soviet Union.

The General and Commissioner Rosalie Peddle Attend Ecumenical Service for COP26

The international leaders joined representatives of Christian churches and organisations from around the world.

‘Our God is Too Powerful to Fail’ – The General and Commissioner Rosalie Peddle Join Bangladesh Command’s Fiftieth Anniversary Celebrations

A ‘virtual visit’ from General Brian Peddle and Commissioner Rosalie Peddle was a highlight of 50th anniversary celebrations for the Bangladesh Command.