War Cry
War Cry is a fortnightly 24-page Christian magazine for Salvation Army readers and all those exploring faith issues.
New Reinforcements Join Officer Ranks
28 Jan 2012
This issue carries an extended report on December 2011’s commissioning of the New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga Territory’s newest Salvation Army officers (ministers). Their enthusiasm and excitement was a wonderful tonic at the end of a busy year.
New Year Revolution: Advice for a Healthy Lifestyle
14 Jan 2012
This War Cry offers advice from a Wellington GP, Dr Alana Wilson, for those of us wanting to tackle health and wellbeing issues this year. I like Alana’s advice to start small. The odd step backwards is to be expected, she says. ‘Just give it another go, do it another way—no one’s perfect, so don’t expect to get it right straight away.’
Where’s Jesus?
17 Dec 2011
At the end of another year, I wish all our readers a very happy and meaningful Christmas from the team here at War Cry. We pray you’ll enjoy relaxation and refreshment with family and friends over the holiday season.
Blue Mountain Adventure Centre: Conquer Your Own Mountain
05 Nov 2011
A recent prayer that stood out to me asked God to break through into some challenging circumstances. ‘In the worst of times, may the best still happen’ was the prayer. Those words caught my ear because they seem to capture the positivity of the Christian experience.
Man vs. World
22 Oct 2011
Adventures are encountered throughout life: a new job, getting married, being a parent, working toward a health or fitness goal, entering retirement. So many human experiences can be looked upon as adventures: a challenge is before us, the outcome is uncertain, a measure of commitment is called for, and the normal we’re used to has to be left behind.
Abortion: Choice or Expectation?
08 Oct 2011
Abortion is an emotive and starkly polarising subject. And one it seems the Christian church in New Zealand is largely avoiding.
The Bitter Taste of Human Trafficking
24 Sep 2011
I’m struck again by the stark contrast between the safe world that I inhabit and the world of physical and emotional abuse, fear and torture experienced by human trafficking victims.
Rugby World Cup Fever
10 Sep 2011
From Rugby World Cup kick-off on 9 September until the final siren sounds on 23 October, many of us will be living, breathing and arguing rugby. But if you’re a player or supporter of any sporting code, how did you first get into the game?
Choice Not Chance: Gamblefree Day
27 Aug 2011
Gambling is not a harmless leisure pursuit; it’s a social hazard that brings misery to problem gamblers, their families and their children. But perhaps we’re prepared to overlook this if we get a flash building, or if gaming trusts fund our child’s new rugby kit?
Meet Bear Grylls: Mud, Sweat and Tears
13 Aug 2011
At a low point in his life, the teenaged Bear reached out to God. And God was there. Since then, he says his Christian journey has been about ‘trying to make sure that I don’t let life or vicars or church over-complicate that simple faith I had found.
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