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- Salvation Army Officers Appointed to Kuwait - 18 August 2008
Salvation Army International Headquarters has announced the appointment of Salvation Army officers to the Arabic Gulf State of Kuwait
- Salvation Army Relief in Myanmar (Burma) Continues - 15 August 2008
The Salvation Army response to the cyclone that brought devastation in Myanmar (Burma) in early May continues to give hope to many people
- The Salvation Army Responds to Flooding - 15 August 2008
The Salvation Army is responding to floods in Moldova and Romania, providing vital basic assistance
- Salvation Army Provides Help to People Evacuated - 15 August 2008
The Salvation Army in The Philippines is providing assistance to people evacuated because of fighting between government forces and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILO) on Mindanao Island
- SA Provides Aid as People Flee Fighting in Georgia - 13 August 2008
The Salvation Army in Georgia is providing emergency assistance to people who have fled the fighting between Russian and Georgian armed forces in the South Ossetia region
- Getting Ready for the General Election - 12 August 2008
The Salvation Army Social Policy and Parliamentary Unit has released ‘A New Journey’, a resource guide for the upcoming General Election that asks us to use our vote to build a better nation for all
- Official Welcome to Territory's New Senior Leaders - 31 July 2008
Lieut-Colonels Don and Debi Bell formally accepted the responsibilities of their new appointments at Wellington City Corps on 27 July. The couple arrived in New Zealand from the USA Western Territory at the end of June and took up their new roles on 1 July
- SA Delegates Gain Perspective on Social Welfare - 18 July 2008
The delegates are all involved in social and community ministries. The conference focused on social work, social protection and social development and gave those present the opportunity to gain international perspectives on social welfare issues
- OPSHOP tour boosts foodbank supplies - 17 July 2008
Top New Zealand band OPSHOP has collected nearly 2,000 cans of food for The Salvation Army as part of its ‘Big Energy in a Can Tour’
- Sallies welcome boost for struggling families - 3 July 2008
Increased help for some of the most vulnerable families in society is a positive step forward, says The Salvation Army
- Rising food bank demand - 3 July 2008
The Salvation Army in Christchurch is facing a big increase in demand for food parcels as rising prices continue to bite
- Latest Leadership Letter Online - 1 July 2008
Gordon responds to a senior leader who, while agreeing there should be a strong focus on evangelism in the Church, also wants to see a greater emphasis on stronger justice. This writer suggests the answer is for the Church to become more ‘militant’
- Sallies hope pilot creates strong foundations - 1 July 2008
The Salvation Army is welcoming the start of the Government’s Shared Equity pilot with the hope it will form the foundation for a permanent and better-resourced scheme in the future
- Kiwi kids give Myanmar children a boost - 25 June 2008
Students at a Christchurch school have come up with a fun way to help children in Myanmar who are recovering from last month’s devastating cyclone.
- OPSHOP Partners with The Sallies - 23 June 2008
Top New Zealand band OPSHOP will partner with the Salvation Army in June and July, performing all their hit songs on an 18 date NZ tour called ‘The Big Energy in a Can Tour’ with guests Goldenhorse and Luke Thompson
- Relationship with Communities Opens Way (Myanmar) - 20 June 2008
The Salvation Army relief team in Myanmar (Burma) is beginning to work on projects that will provide longer-term relief to the victims of Cyclone Nargis
- Rising costs leave families struggling - 16 June 2008
The sharp increase in food, fuel and other costs is taking a heavy toll on low and middle-income Kiwi families
- Sallies thank volunteers for community spirit - 13 June 2008
The thousands of Salvation Army volunteers at work around the country are making a significant difference to the quality of community life
- Salvation Army Launches Cut-Price Rice Scheme - 12 June 2008
The Salvation Army in eastern India has set up a number of feeding programmes in the state of Mizoram, where large numbers of people are suffering as a result of a little-reported disaster
- EziBuy celebrates with a gift to The Sallies - 9 June 2008
EziBuy is donating $30,000 worth of clothing and homeware to The Salvation Army to bring relief to a number of low-income families throughout New Zealand
- General Clifton Calls Salvation Army to Prayer - 6 June 2008
Salvationists are praying people and we have cause to be deeply grateful for the devoted prayer which has supported God's children through many situations in different areas of the world during this past year
- Children’s seminar meets community need - 30 May 2008
The Salvation Army in Wellington is hosting a seminar to help parents and care-givers build self-esteem in their children
- More Than 11,000 People Assisted in Myanmar - 29 May 2008
Three weeks after Cyclone Nargis ripped through southern Myanmar (Burma), The Salvation Army is continuing to distribute much-needed relief supplies to survivors and is planning a larger-scale assistance programme as soon as visas become available
- Sallies support Youth Week - 28 May 2008
The Salvation Army is getting into the spirit of Youth Week with its director of social services set to dress the part on Hoodie Day. Youth Week runs from 26 May to 1 June and aims to celebrate and highlight the strengths of young people and the good things they contribute to society
- Technology to create more time for people in need - 26 May 2008
Freeing up more time and resources to help people in need is the aim of a new telephone system being installed by the Salvation Army
- International Emergency Services Provides Training - 24 May 2008
The workers were keen to receive training on how they should conduct assessments and shape plans for the next phase of the relief effort. A training course was immediately scheduled, using resources developed for Salvation Army International Emergency Services training programmes
- Boost for lower-income working families welcomed - 23 May 2008
The Salvation Army is welcoming the Budget tax cut for lower-income working families, but is concerned there may not be enough assistance for beneficiary families who are unable to enter the workforce
- "Skeleton Army" declared war on Wellington Sallies - 22 May 2008
The "Skeleton Army" was ready to do their worst when The Salvation Army held their first public meetings in Wellington 125 years ago
- Emergency Services Rep. On Way to Myanmar (Burma) - 21 May 2008
Major Mike Caffull, The Salvation Army's International Emergency Services Field Operations Officer, has been granted a visa for entry into Myanmar and is en route to help and advise the local teams already working there
- Salvation Army Assesses China Earthquake Needs - 20 May 2008
As the people of China begin an official three-day mourning period for victims of the devastating earthquake in Sichuan Province, an assessment team from The Salvation Army’s Hong Kong and Macau Command continues to identify how it can best support the long-term recovery programme
- Salvation Army Assessment Team in Sichuan Province - 20 May 2008
As the people of China begin an official three-day mourning period for victims of the devastating earthquake in Sichuan Province, an assessment team from The Salvation Army’s Hong Kong and Macau Command continues to identify how it can best support the long-term recovery programme
- Relief Team Heads to China Earthquake Region - 16 May 2008
A Salvation Army relief team from the Hong Kong and Macau Command is on its way to Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China, to see how best the Army can provide help to the many thousands of people affected by the earthquake that killed around 20,000 people
- Shared equity pilot step in right direction - 16 May 2008
The Government’s pre-Budget announcement of a shared equity scheme is a step in the right direction, but falls well short of a comprehensive solution to the affordable housing crisis, says the Salvation Army
- Disease growing issue for Myanmar survivors - 15 May 2008
Disease is emerging as one of the top concerns for survivors of the Myanmar cyclone as the disaster drags on says the Salvation Army
- The Salvation Army and Homosexual Law Reform Bill - 14 May 2008
In July 2006, The Salvation Army’s Territorial Commander, Commissioner Garth McKenzie, issued a statement to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the passing of the Homosexual Law Reform Bill
- Salvation Army Says 'No' to Gambling Proceeds - 14 May 2008
The Salvation Army will no longer seek or receive moneys directly from the gaming industry to help fund its wide-ranging community services
- Seek budgeting help early says Sallies - 12 May 2008
Families struggling with increasing costs for food and other essentials are being encouraged to get budgeting help as early as possible says the Salvation Army
- Salvation Army launches Myanmar appeal - 7 May 2008
The Salvation Army in New Zealand has launched an appeal to help the millions of people believed to have been left homeless by the devastating cyclone that hit Myanmar
- Myanmar Cyclone: Salvation Army Update - 6 May 2008
Commissioner David Bringans, a New Zealander, reports on the situation in Myanmar following Tropical Cyclone Nargis. More than 10,000 people are feared dead after the cyclone struck the capital city of Yangon late on Friday night and early Saturday morning on 2-3 May. Hundreds of thousands were left homeless and without clean drinking water.
- Latest Leadership Letter Online - 5 May 2008
Gordon responds to the comment that evangelism ‘does not seem to be happening’ in some churches, answering the criticism that Christians have lost confidence in the power of the Gospel to transform lives and that they prefer to offer the Gospel as one of many possible solutions for the human condition, rather than the ultimate cure.
- Sallies welcome Child Poverty Action Group report - 1 May 2008
The Salvation Army has welcomed the release of a new report by childrens’ advocacy group the Child Poverty Action Group
- Gambling Helpline closure creates uncertainty - 1 May 2008
The impending closure of the Gambling Helpline will create a level of uncertainty among people seeking help from the effects of problem gambling, and among service providers, says the Salvation Army
- Robbie Deans kicks off Christchurch appeal - 30 April 2008
Crusaders Rugby Team coach Robbie Deans will address up to 200 Christchurch business leaders on Thursday 1 May as part of the Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal
- Sallies Launch 2008 Red Shield Appeal - 24 April 2008
Red Shield Appeal Week is 28 April to 4 May. Official Salvation Army collectors will be in public areas such as shopping malls and train stations to accept donations from the general public. Donations can also be made online or by freephone
- New Openings in Namibia and Mali - 21 April 2008
The Salvation Army has 'opened fire' in the African nations of Namibia and Mali, bringing to 115 the number of countries where it is officially at work
- Future-focused Salvation Army marks 125 years - 15 April 2008
The Salvation Army ‘Freedom Congress’ was held from 4-6 April and attended by over 1000 Salvationists, including small contingents from Fiji and Tonga. Eighty younger Salvationists enjoyed their own ‘Junior Soldier Congress’ in South Dunedin
- Salvation Army helped at Tamahere blaze - 15 April 2008
Salvation Army workers provided 24-hour meals for fire fighters battling a huge coolstore fire near Hamilton recently
- Salvation Army officer appointed to Justice Board - 9 April 2008
Salvation Army officer Major Campbell Roberts is among seven people appointed to a new government Criminal Justice Advisory Board.
- Social Justice Conversation Gathers Momentum - 4 April 2008
The Salvation Army New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga Territory has held its fourth New Zealand conference focusing on social justice issues and the eradication of poverty. The ‘Just Action 08’ conference focused on ‘freedom’ by considering how to set people free from injustice and poverty. Delegates were assured that they were free to change the world for the better
- Working together to meet Dunedin needs - 3 April 2008
The new centre brings together in one location a number of Dunedin Salvation Army services. These include community ministries (including a foodbank, budgeting advice, and counselling), alcohol and drug addiction services, problem gambling services, employment training, a family store, and worship services
- Salvation Army Reps. at United Nations Conference - 3 April 2008
Salvation Army representatives took part in the 52nd United Nations Commission on the Status of Women in New York, USA. The theme of the event was 'Financing for Gender Equality and Empowerment of Women'
- God Has Used Us! - 2 April 2008
Up to a thousand members and supporters of The Salvationists are converging on Dunedin to mark 125 years of mission and service in New Zealand and the expansion of work into Fiji and Tonga
- Salvation Army conference to examine freedom - 1 April 2008
A Salvation Army conference bringing together social justice advocates from around New Zealand and overseas will discuss topics such as how to free people from injustice and poverty
- Musical tribute to 125 years of SA service - 1 April 2008
The Salvation Army’s 125 year anniversary is striking a musical chord with its vocal and brass groups set to perform in several spots around Dunedin
- Salvation Army NZ celebrates 125 years of service - 30 March 2008
Up to a thousand people are expected to mark 125 years of Salvation Army service in New Zealand during a round of activities in Dunedin this week
- For Sale? - Hands Up 2008 - 28 March 2008
Featuring nine fashion designers from around Wellington, three local dance groups and a Karanga saxophonist, the event brought local fashion to the forefront to fight the ongoing battle of human trafficking around the world
- Salvation Army in Uganda Aids Kenyan Refugees - 18 March 2008
A Salvation Army Emergency Services project to assist Kenyan refugees in eastern Uganda is making a difference to families facing the loss of homes, close family members and almost all their belongings. Touching stories of friendship and hospitality are coming out of the Manafwa region where Kenyan refugees are using a remote border crossing
- Chief of Staff Presides Over Elevation of Angola - 11 March 2008
There were scenes of great celebration in Luanda, the capital of Angola, as Salvationists, friends and former students of The Salvation Army witnessed Angola being elevated from region to command status by the Chief of the Staff, Commissioner Robin Dunster
- The General’s Easter Message 2008 - 10 March 2008
Who among us does not need healing? Which of us is perfectly whole? Where is the one with no need of a Saviour? The first step toward healing is to recognise our need. Yet how often our pride gets in the way and we struggle on wounded, our vitality quietly seeping away and our effectiveness for the Kingdom compromised
- International Doctrine Council Meets in USA - 8 March 2008
Members of The Salvation Army's International Doctrine Council gathered for deliberations at USA National Headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia, under the leadership of the council's chairperson, Commissioner William Francis (Territorial Commander, Canada and Bermuda Territory)
- Change of Senior Leadership - 7 March 2008
The General of The Salvation Army has announced a change of appointment for Colonel Robin Forsyth, currently second-in-charge as Chief Secretary for the New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga Territory, and Colonel Shona Forsyth, currently Territorial Secretary for Women’s Ministries in the New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga Territory.
- Latest Leadership Letter Online - 29 February 2008
For those starting out in ministry, or wanting to take a new approach to local church mission, Gordon Miller (Corps Growth and Development Consultant) offers fresh tips on localised church mission dreams, based on Jesus’ own dream in Luke 4:18-19
- Salvation Army Aids Remote Refugees in Kenya - 27 February 2008
A Salvation Army Emergency Services project to assist Kenyan refugees in eastern Uganda is making a difference to families facing the loss of homes, close family members and almost all their belongings
- Maori Treasures Home at Last - 18 February 2008
During a national hui held in Akatarawa from 15-17 February attended by close to 100 people, senior Salvation Army leaders and members of Salvation Army Maori Ministries welcomed home significant taonga (cultural treasures) from the late 1800s
- Mosgiel Sallies help Kenyan students - 14 February 2008
Members of the Salvation Army’s Mosgiel Corps (church), near Dunedin, might be small in numbers, but the congregation has raised more than $2,600 to assist a village on the other side of the world
- Salvation Army plans purpose-built centre - 12 February 2008
The Salvation Army's plan to develop a purpose-built facility to meet today's operational needs in Christchurch has moved a step forward with the purchase of a site on the corner of Colombo and Salisbury Streets in the city centre
- Salvation Army issues ‘State of the Nation’ report - 11 February 2008
The Salvation Army has issued its first ‘state of the nation’ report which assesses New Zealand’s progress on a range of key social indicators
- The Salvation Army Provides Food Aid in Zimbabwe - 7 February 2008
IN the low-lying Zambezi valley district of Zimbabwe, The Salvation Army is responding to flood-affected households through its local emergency services teams, which responded immediately. Relentless rains have caused floods in the northern Zambezi valley, known as Muzarabani, killing a reported 27 people and leaving thousands homeless
- The Salvation Army Helps Kenyan Refugees in Uganda - 7 February 2008
The ongoing unrest in Kenya has resulted in many families fleeing across the country's western border into Uganda, where The Salvation Army is providing assistance. International personnel have been deployed to help the work being undertaken by Ugandan Salvationists and the team is led by Captain Comfort Adepoju from Nigeria, an experienced emergency services worker
- Chief of the Staff Leads Self-Denial Appeal Launch - 7 February 2008
Joined by Lieut-Colonel Edna Williams (International Headquarters), who served with the commissioner in Africa and under her territorial leadership in The Philippines, the Chief gave personal insights into the Army’s worldwide work during her weekend visit to launch the Self-Denial Missionary Appeal
- The Salvation Army in Kenya Responds to the Crisis - 6 February 2008
Ongoing public disturbances in Kenya have led to many thousands of people fleeing their homes. The Salvation Army in Kenya has responded to this crisis by mobilising many of its members to bring assistance to the growing number of people who are suffering because of the unrest
- New overseas development officer - 5 February 2008
An officer with more than 20 years' experience in developing countries has been appointed to lead The Salvation Army's overseas development work
- Committee urged to hear from those affected - 1 February 2008
The Salvation Army is disappointed that the Government Administration Committee is apparently blocking its ears to people affected by problem gambling
- Salvation Army Youth Band Camp - 31 January 2008
The concert was the culmination of a six-day Youth Band Camp attended by about 75 Salvation Army musicians and band staff from around New Zealand and Fiji
- Salvation Army staffer pens play on trafficking - 31 January 2008
A Salvation Army staff member’s play that exposes the horrors of human trafficking is to be performed at this year’s Wellington Fringe Festival
- Make Change conference was a great success - 30 January 2008
Last week’s Tri-Territorial Youth Conference, ‘Make Change’, was a great success, with over 600 delegates enjoying an action-packed, captivating and challenging time
- Salvation Army plans to open Rotoroa Island - 29 January 2008
The Salvation Army has formalised a plan that includes opening up Rotoroa Island to the public, development of visitor infrastructure and extensive native reforestation.
- Salvation Army youth converge on Waikato - 18 January 2008
Close to 700 young Salvationists from throughout Australasia and beyond are set to gather in Hamilton for a four-day congress.
- New head for Creative Ministries - 15 January 2008
A talented Australian musician and long-time Salvationist is to head up The Salvation Army’s Creative Ministries office in Wellington.
- Youth bands meet to hone skills - 15 January 2008
Members of The Salvation Army’s national youth bands are meeting north of Wellington for six days of intensive rehearsals
- Emergency team to help with unrest in Kenya - 5 January 2008
As families flee civil unrest in Kenya, an experienced Emergency Services assessment team is en route to the neighbouring country of Uganda, from where they can prepare to deal with the consequences of the situation
- Kmart Appeal brightens Christmas for thousands - 25 December 2007
The public have brightened Christmas for thousands of families around the country by donating almost 23,000 presents to the Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal
- The General’s Christmas Message 2007 - 24 December 2007
Thoughts of Christmases past take me to my childhood. It was in Glasgow, aged nine, that I first played a brass instrument in a Salvation Army young people’s band. December meant evening carolling in the streets. Out we would go, in our Army caps, wrapped up warmly against those icy chills and the snow that seemed then to come every year
- Christmas Wish appeal donations down 11 per cent - 18 December 2007
Donations to the Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal this Christmas are down 11 per cent on last year. To date 8,649 presents have been donated nationwide, compared with 9,760 collected at the same time last year
- 'Most Wanted' - 16 December 2007
The Sallies have released their annual list of 'missing' people who are being desperately sought by loved ones wanting to reestablish contact
- Economy factor in charity Christmas gift drop - 14 December 2007
The number of Christmas presents donated to The Salvation Army in the Auckland-Hamilton region is noticeably down from the same time last year, with the tighter economy a likely cause.
- People to benefit from closer relations - 13 December 2007
The Ministry of Social Development and The Salvation Army have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at strengthening their partnership in helping people in need
- Sallies give youth helping hand into farming - 12 December 2007
The Salvation Army has given a group of young Kiwis a helping hand into the farming industry with the annual awarding of Edmund Sanderson Jeff Farm Scholarships
- The Salvation Army welcomes new officers - 10 December 2007
The Salvation Army ordains and commissions seven cadets as Salvation Army officers during commissioning weekend in Wellington, New Zealand
- Secret Santa scheme helps those in need - 5 December 2007
The Salvation Army and Barnardos are urging companies to swap their 'Secret Santa' gifting internally and become true Secret Santa's for someone less fortunate this Christmas
- CD and Sallies strengthen emergency welfare - 4 December 2007
New Zealand’s ability to respond to civil defence emergency management events was strengthened today after the Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management and The Salvation Army signed a memorandum of understanding about welfare services.
- Bikers brighten Wellington kids’ Christmas - 30 November 2007
A Wellington motorcycle club is partnering with The Salvation Army to bring toys to needy children in the Wellington region this Christmas
- Salvation Army teams in Chile to provide relief - 29 November 2007
Salvation Army emergency teams are providing ongoing support to people in northern Chile who lost their homes in a devastating earthquake. Tocopilla is the city most affected by the earthquake which measured 7.7 on the Richter scale and left 15,000 people without homes or basic necessities
- Soaring petrol prices crash Christmas budgets - 22 November 2007
The soaring price of petrol is making budgets even tighter for families already struggling in the lead up to Christmas says The Salvation Army.
- Relief teams focus on inland Bangladesh - 21 November 2007
Salvation Army relief teams continue to help cyclone victims in Bangladesh with the focus on isolated inland areas.
- Salvation Army helps Bangladesh cyclone victims - 20 November 2007
A Kiwi is at the forefront of Salvation Army relief efforts in cyclone-ravaged parts of Bangladesh.
- Affordable housing road show hits South Island - 19 November 2007
The Salvation Army’s affordable housing report is being presented to audiences in Queenstown and Dunedin this week.
- Public support for Christmas food-drive up - 14 November 2007
The New Zealand public have got into the Christmas spirit by giving almost a third more cans of food than last year
in support of families in need.
- Sallies increase response to Mexico floods - 8 November 2007
The Salvation Army in Tabasco is still providing help to the victims of devastating floods which have left around half a million people homeless
- Army set to celebrate 125 years - 1 November 2007
The Salvation Army is preparing to mark 125 years of engagement against poverty and social and spiritual distress in New Zealand, with Salvationists from around New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga converging on Dunedin from 4-6 April 2008
- Rediscover Jesus' Mission Dream - 1 November 2007
Take on the big poverty challenges of today and pursue Jesus' call to give 'mission priority' to the poor, urges Gordon Miller
- Adopt-a-Family for Christmas - 25 October 2007
The Salvation Army is again offering the public the chance to help needy people this Christmas by adopting a family
- Floods in Ghana – a little known disaster - 23 October 2007
In response to little-publicised flooding in northern Ghana, The Salvation Army is partnering with the UK charity Shelterbox to provide respite for affected people
- General conducts Bo Brekke's funeral - 12 October 2007
'We are people who know about resurrection, about Heaven and eternity with Christ,' said General Clifton, 'It is a beautiful death to die in Christ.'
- Changes in Tanzania and Kenya - 9 October 2007
The General announces changes in Tanzania and Kenya
- Our Christian responsibility to vote - 8 October 2007
Guidance on the importance of exercising our right to vote in the forth coming Local Government elections
- Sydney Sallies to Sing up a Storm - 7 October 2007
One of Australasia’s premiere choral groups is to make a whistle-stop tour of four North Island cities this week
- General requests Prayer for Myanmar - 29 September 2007
General Shaw Clifton has called for Salvationists and friends around the world to pray for the situation in Myanmar (Burma)
- Pakistan Territorial Commander Murdered - 28 September 2007
Colonel Bo Brekke, Territorial Commander of The Salvation Army's Pakistan Territory, was shot and killed on Thursday 27 September in Lahore.
- Kiwi in Myanmar hopes for peaceful end to crisis - 27 September 2007
David Bringans hopes the current crisis in Myanmar can be resolved peacefully
- Salvation Army continues apolitical stance - 19 September 2007
The Salvation Army is not a member of the National Advisory Council of the new Christian party headed by Gordon Copeland and Richard Lewis
- Addiction specialists gather to share knowledge - 18 September 2007
Salvation Army addiction specialists from as far away as the United Kingdom and the United States are gathering in Auckland to share their knowledge and experience
- Anniversary reminder of affordable housing need - 18 September 2007
The 70th anniversary of the opening of New Zealand's first state house is a timely reminder of the need for government to increase its commitment to affordable housing
- Zero alcohol proposal for new drivers good move - 17 September 2007
The Salvation Army is welcoming the Prime Minister's suggestion of zero tolerance to alcohol consumption for all new drivers
- Salvation Army leaders receive Freedom of the City - 14 September 2007
The London Guildhall Art Gallery was the scene of an historic event for The Salvation Army, when both the General and the Chief of the Staff were given the Freedom of the City of London
- Sallies welcome affordable housing initiative - 13 September 2007
The Salvation Army is welcoming the Auckland City Council announcement that it will provide up to $9m to support the building of at least 100 affordable homes in Auckland
- Salvation Army questions Vodafone’s adult content - 11 September 2007
The Salvation Army is questioning a decision by Vodafone to sell 'adult' material on its mobile phone network
- The Peru earthquake -- two weeks on - 7 September 2007
Cedric Hills visits the earthquake-hit areas of Peru, deciding how The Salvation Army should proceed with its relief programme. Here is his 'view from the field'
- IES team in Uganda continues to help 'Returnees' - 5 September 2007
Salvation Army IES team continues to help Ugandan 'returnees' get back to something like their former level of livelihood
- Sallies back moves to tackle family violence - 4 September 2007
The Salvation Army is strongly endorsing the Government's new campaign against family violence
- Sallies urge Xtra customers to vote for charity - 3 September 2007
The Salvation Army is urging Xtra customers to take part in the online charity vote that will see Telecom donate $250,000 to each of the four charities receiving the most votes.
- Growing your Church family much larger - 1 September 2007
In his latest 'Leadership Letter', Gordon Miller explores the valuable contribution membership makes in growing the local church and strengthening the wider work of its denomination.
- Sallies begin recovery stage for Hurricane Dean - 31 August 2007
The Salvation Army’s response to Hurricane Dean on Jamaica has now moved from immediate relief to longer-term recovery
- Gamble Free Day time to reflect - 30 August 2007
The Salvation Army is asking people to spare a thought on national Gamble Free Day this Saturday for the harmful affects of gambling
- Helping build the Kiwi dream - 27 August 2007
The Salvation Army believes there is an opportunity now to fundamentally reshape New Zealand's housing structure over the next decade, at an affordable price.
- Sallies provide relief after Bangladesh floods - 21 August 2007
Salvation Army relief teams are responding to severe flooding in Bangladesh caused by this year's monsoon season
- Sallies continue relief work in Peru - 21 August 2007
Salvation Army relief teams continue to bring urgently needed help to the town of Pisco, following the recent earthquake which devastated the region
- Benefit concert mixes Hip Hop, Gospel, Soul, Brass - 17 August 2007
Four disparate Wellington music perspectives will come together in support of a common cause during a benefit concert in the city next weekend
- Bookshop focuses on weekday trade - 15 August 2007
The Salvation Army Bookshop in Wellington is moving to a five-day week
- Tougher measures needed to protect vulnerable - 15 August 2007
The Salvation Army is calling for tougher measures to stop loan sharks preying on vulnerable gamblers at casinos
- Salvation Army responds to floods in South Asia - 10 August 2007
Abnormally heavy rainfall during this year’s annual monsoon season has left millions of people in urgent need of assistance across South Asia.
- Salvation Army responds to Utah mining disaster - 10 August 2007
The Salvation Army has sent an emergency disaster services team to assist rescuers and miners' family members, after six miners were trapped underground following the Crandall Canyon Mine collapse
- Sallies celebrate a Century of Suicide Prevention - 9 August 2007
The centenary of Salvation Army suicide prevention work is to be recognised at the end of August during the 24th biennial congress of the International Association for Suicide Prevention.
- Salvation Army appointment strengthens Maori links - 9 August 2007
The Salvation Army is strengthening linkages with Maori through the appointment of two full-time leaders of its national Maori Ministries
- Salvation Army responds following bridge collapse - 3 August 2007
Salvation Army responds after a bridge collapsed hurling cars into the Mississippi River and killing at least three people
- 1000 Children on Child Sponsorship Books - 3 August 2007
The Salvation Army's overseas child sponsorship scheme has reached the major milestone of currently helping 1000 poor and disadvantaged children.
- Former Health Manager heads up HomeCare - 2 August 2007
Salvation Army appoints former health manager as chief executive of HomeCare, a service that helps people with special needs to maintain their independence
- Swedish campaign influences hotel chain - 27 July 2007
Youth-driven campaign succesful in ensuring Bibles remain available in rooms of famous Swedish hotel chain
- Just a spoonful of sugar - 26 July 2007
Children of The Salvation Army's Central Division ask New Zealand MPs to speak out against slave labour and human trafficking
- BDM Bill hampers efforts to reunite families - 25 July 2007
The Births, Deaths and Marriages Bill would seriously hamper The Salvation Army's work in reuniting long-lost families if passed in its current form
- Sallies help Far North flood victims - 23 July 2007
The Salvation Army stepped in quickly to help victims of torrential flooding in the Far North in June, offering food, accommodation and emotional support through a network of welfare centres
- Sallies gives support after plane crash in Brazil - 21 July 2007
The Salvation Army has been providing support to rescue workers looking for survivors in the wreckage of the A320 Airbus that crashed while landing in São Paulo
- Pacific Paradise Lost? - 19 July 2007
Find out more from the latest 'Hot Topic' on Pacific Issues
- Sallies call for donations to help flood victims - 16 July 2007
The Salvation Army is asking the public to donate money to help with the recovery of flood victims in the Far North.
- Religion and Rights Institute honours SA leaders - 11 July 2007
Commissioners Barry and Raemor Pobjie receive honorary awards from the Russian Institute of Religion and Rights
- Growing great disciples - 1 July 2007
The latest 'Leadership Letter' offers a 'beginner's guide' to dynamic discipleship—It's essential reading for every Salvationist
- Netherlands says Goodbye to 'Angel of Amsterdam' - 30 June 2007
An almost holy atmosphere descended on the red light district of Amsterdam as 'Major Bosshardt' made her last visit to the district where she had worked for almost 50 years
- Centenary of Scouting - 22 June 2007
On the occasion of the centenary of scouting, The Salvation Army wishes to extend greetings and good wishes to Scouts and leaders around the world
- Limited tax credits could help house affordability - 21 June 2007
The Salvation Army is backing further investigation of the suggestion to limit the tax credits able to be claimed by residential property investors as one factor that could improve housing affordability
- General calls Salvation Army to Prayer - 21 June 2007
General Shaw Clifton has issued the following calls to prayer...
- Books presented to National Library of India - 20 June 2007
Following his visit to The Salvation Army's India Northern Territory, General Shaw Clifton requested that samples of Salvation Army literature should be presented to the National Library of India
- Tougher line on loan sharks welcomed - 20 June 2007
The Salvation Army is welcoming the Government's moves to tighten the net on loan sharks
- Sallies salute 'army of volunteers' - 15 June 2007
An army of volunteers freely giving up their time and energy are a significant force in the ability of charities like the Sallies to keep on helping others
- Anti-slavery movie screenings - 14 June 2007
The Salvation Army and Rialto Distribution have teamed up for three charity screenings of the movie Amazing Grace in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch ahead of its general release
- Queenstown Sallies celebrate 120 years - 12 June 2007
The Salvation Army is marking 120 years of service in Queenstown with a mix of music, fellowship and reflection
- Sallies continue Fieldays tradition - 11 June 2007
The Salvation Army will be out in force at Mystery Creek's 2007 Fieldays, with staff and volunteers providing a missing persons service, rest area, nursing mother’s space, and site transportation
- Earthquake Disaster in South-West China - 8 June 2007
Salvation Army disaster relief workers are bringing aid to those left homeless after an earthquake devastated parts of Yunnan
- Sally youth band to delight at Queenstown Festival - 5 June 2007
The streets of Queenstown will resonate with the sounds of vibrant Christian music during the Queenstown Winter Festival’s opening weekend
- Youth band to give first Christchurch performances - 30 May 2007
The Salvation Army’s National Development Youth Band will be giving its first ever performances in Christchurch this Queen’s Birthday weekend
- Free stats add up for charity & community sector - 25 May 2007
The Government’s decision to make certain statistical information freely available is good news for the charity and community sector
- Sallies welcome charitable giving and KiwiSaver - 17 May 2007
The Salvation Army is welcoming Budget announcements that will make it easier for people to make charitable donations and encourage retirement saving
- Find your missing rellies - 13 May 2007
The Salvation Army is encouraging Kiwis to mark the UN Day of the Family by getting back in touch with loved ones with whom they may have lost contact
- Major Peter Thorp - Obituary - 11 May 2007
Hundreds of mourners from across the religious spectrum gathered in Wellington this week to celebrate the life of Major Peter Thorp
- Public digs deep to support Sallies’ Appeal Week - 9 May 2007
Large public support has been shown for The Salvation Army during the annual Red Shield Appeal Week.
- Still time to support Sallies’ Appeal Week - 3 May 2007
Salvation Army volunteers kitted out with distinctive high visibility vests and toting white buckets have been out in force around the country collecting for the Red Shield Appeal
- When people change churches - 1 May 2007
Why do so many people change churches today? That's the question Salvation Army Corps Growth Consultant Gordon Miller answers in his latest online 'Leadership Letter'
- UK Territory leader inducted as Moderator - 28 April 2007
Betty Matear (Commissioner) has become the first Salvationist to hold the office of Moderator of the Free Churches in England and Wales. She was inducted to the position at a public ceremony in London and will hold the post for four years.
- Resettling in Rwanda (pt.II) - 27 April 2007
The Salvation Army in Rwanda is undertaking a programme to help people who have been made to leave Tanzania and settle in Rwanda. Daryl Crowden reports on the transformation taking place in the lives of people living in a village supported by The Salvation Army.
- Governor-General praises charitable support - 26 April 2007
His Excellency the Governor-General praised business leaders for their continuing support of The Salvation Army before more than 150 business and community leaders as they celebrated the launch of The Salvation Army's 2007 Red Shield Appeal
- Napier Pilot City Awards - 24 April 2007
Karl Foreman receives youth award for being a worthy citizen who personify's the true meaning of community spirit by providing a service that benefits Napier’s people
- Connolly's trike raises $75,000 - 20 April 2007
Billy Connolly's trike rode again, raising $75,000 for The Salvation Army at a charity auction during the official opening of Auckland's Vector Arena
- UN Commission on the Status of Women - 19 April 2007
'The elimination of all forms of violence and discrimination against the girl child' was the one vital subject that dominated the United Nations’s 51st Session of The Commission on the Status of Women
- Governor-General to launch Red Shield Appeal - 18 April 2007
His Excellency the Governor-General will officially open The Salvation Army's Red Shield Appeal before more than 100 Wellington business leaders next week
- Enlarged International Doctrine Council - 17 April 2007
The first meeting of an enlarged International Doctrine Council has taken place in London. The Council's role is to advise on doctrinal, theological and ecclesiological issues, and to affirm, promote and safeguard the Army’s identity and role moving forward.
- Uganda – A View from the Field - 7 April 2007
Damaris Frick gives a personal perspective on disaster relief work in central Africa.
- Resettling in Rwanda - 6 April 2007
The Salvation Army in Rwanda is undertaking a programme to help people who have been made to leave Tanzania and settle in Rwanda. Daryl Crowden writes about one of the people the Army is hoping to help.
- Children love Easter eggs - 27 March 2007
Will you support The Salvation Army's anti human trafficking campaign by buying Easter eggs that have not been made by children forced to harvest the cocoa beans?
- Children are not for Sale! - 12 March 2007
Children are not for sale and neither is childhood an ongoing sexual audition for adulthood. Despite this, the numbers of children worldwide who are sold to meet consumer demand continues to grow.
- I beg to differ! - 8 March 2007
A special ecumenical service is planned for St Paul's Cathedral on 18 March to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade, and to draw attention to the growing slave trade—human trafficking—in our world today.
- Salvation Army helps fire victims in India - 8 March 2007
When fire destroyed hundreds of homes in Mylapore Province, India, The Salvation Army was there to minister to the physical, social and spiritual needs of those affected
- Changing lives in Pakistan - 8 March 2007
The Salvation Army recently finished a relief distribution project, assisting 800 families struggling to survive the cold and harsh conditions of a Pakistan winter.
- Sallies respond to cyclone victims in Mozambique - 3 March 2007
Salvation Army emergency relief workers are headed for central Mozambique to help families whose homes were damaged by last week's cyclone, 800 kilometres north of Mozambique’s capital, Maputo
- Small Groups—A Beginner's Guide - 1 March 2007
NZ churches have struggled with small groups for decades—and to some extent, the smaller the church the bigger the struggle. But whatever the church size, small groups are as big a challenge today they were in the early 80s.
- International Social Justice Commission - 2 February 2007
Salvation Army launches new global initiative with regard to issues of social justice, creating a unit to be known as the International Social Justice Commission.
- Salvation Army service to released prisoners - 30 January 2007
Sallies to provide supported accommodation to newly released prisoners
- Losing Control? - 23 January 2007
Is your life on track, or is alcohol or drug use contributing to your lifes problems?
- Give it up for Fiji and Tonga - 21 January 2007
Salvation Army youth of the South Pacific challenged to make a difference ...
- Making Happy Memories - 16 January 2007
Family Tracing Service's international network brings many successful resolutions
- 'Freedom, not Slavery' - 12 December 2006
Modern-day slavery is not too big an issue to tackle according to New Zealand churches
- Salvation Army leader welcomed to Aotearoa NZ - 5 December 2006
The Salvation Army's international leaders, General Shaw Clifton and Commissioner Helen Clifton, were welcomed back to Aotearoa New Zealand at a Powhiri in Wellington yesterday
- Salvation Army world leader in Wellington - 5 December 2006
General Shaw Clifton, international leader of The Salvation Army, is in Wellington this week for the ordination and commissioning of 11 new Salvation Army officers (ministers)
- Sallies allocate Rural Youth Scholarships for 2007 - 30 November 2006
Scholarships valued at $153,000 have been awarded to 56 young New Zealander to study at Lincoln University and Telford Rural Polytechnic
- Fiji unrest puts paid to visit by world leaders - 29 November 2006
A visit by The Salvation Army’s international leader to Fiji this week has been cancelled due to the current uncertainty in that country. A Salvation Army youth conference scheduled to take place in Suva in January 2007 has also been postponed.
- Hailstorms bring devastation in Argentina - 23 November 2006
Emergency relief teams are assisting with urgent repairs to homes damaged by devastating hailstorms in Rosario, Argentina—some hailstones have been the size of tennis balls
- Tongan Salvationists help after civil unrest - 20 November 2006
When civil unrest resulted in the destruction of much of the capitals CBD, Salvation Army leaders first assured the safety of their staff and then set about providing support—by way of serving refreshments—to law enforcement and emergency services personnel in Tonga's capital of Nuku'alofa.
- Chief sees something of the Army's work in Paris - 17 November 2006
During a recent visit to Paris, Commissioner Robin Dunster—Chief of the Staff—takes the opportunity to see something of the Army's work in France, and installs Colonel Alain Duchêne as territorial commander of the France Territory.
- Army keeps firefighters fed - 13 November 2006
Feeding hungry firefighters and emergency workers is a family affair for three Taradale sisters
- A personal perspective (Part 2) - 11 November 2006
Damaris Frick—from Germany—discovers first hand how cyclones impact many of the world’s most vulnerable communities every year. Here she tells her story (part 2)
- A personal perspective (Part 1) - 9 November 2006
Damaris Frick—from Germany—discovers first hand how cyclones impact many of the world’s most vulnerable communities every year. Here she tells her story (part 1)
- Book on Salvation Army HIV/Aids work - 8 November 2006
In a new book to be released in May 2007, writer and broadcaster Rhidian Brook observes close-up and first hand the effect HIV/Aids is having on communities around the world and to bear witness to The Salvation Army's work in helping these communities respond to the problem.
- Sallies respond quickly to flooding in India - 4 November 2006
Emergency workers provided urgent relief to well over 13,000 families affected by severe flooding in southern India; where 23 people were killed and 100,000 evacuated from their homes as heavy rains and strong winds lashed the state of Andhra Pradesh
- Lasting the Distance in Ministry - 1 November 2006
What happens when rhythms of ministry become unbalanced? In his latest 'Leadership Letter' Gordon Miller provides practical ideas for lasting the distance in ministry by building essential rhythms of grace into life.
- Rethinking Crime and Punishment in NZ - 27 October 2006
A three-year partnership, ‘Rethinking Crime and Punishment Project’ was launched at Parliament on 26 October. The project aim is to promote informed public debate on the use of prison and alternative forms of punishment in New Zealand.
- European Court rules in favour of Salvation Army - 24 October 2006
European Court rules unanimously in favour of The Salvation Army in Russia, stating the religious organisation’s rights to freedom of religion and association were violated
- God gives 'New Zeal' to New Zealand Salvationists - 18 October 2006
New Zeal - three days of worship, proclamation of the Word and fervent responses to God's call
- 13th Annual Cans Film Festival - 17 October 2006
Free entry with every donated can of food at participating cinemas for the 13th Annual Cans Film Festival
- God and The Salvation Army drink to global justice - 10 October 2006
Sallies offer a biblical justification for their new fair trade policy, asking members to switch to Fair Trade brands of tea and coffee in order to support producers in the developing world
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