Words by Colonel Jostein Nielsen. Some days ago I shared information about the EMMA-program on Facebook, and wrote: ‘- watch out for a blog next week’. The reason was that in the planning of the final meeting, Magna and I decided that we wanted the testimonies from the delegates to answer the question: “Why did you[…]
Words by Colonel Jostein Nielsen. When I am using my mother tongue and want to ask a person what his passion is, I will ask:“What are you on fire for?” – I like that phrase. We are different personalities, however, you do not need to be an extrovert to be on fire for something. I know[…]
Words by Colonel Jostein Nielsen. When we read the stories of the Old Testament, it is not difficult to see how God is moving in and through his chosen people, and how he also reveals to them what his plans are. The author of the letter to the Hebrews has captured this and described it[…]
Words by Colonel Jostein Nielsen. A few days ago, we said goodbye to Rodney and Wendy (Walters). We have been working closely with them for the last 30 months and the love that unites, is the same love that now separates us. This made me think of the farewell meeting Paul had with the local[…]
Words Simone Worthing On some days, the atmosphere of suffering and despair overwhelms Lieutenant Oleh Samoilenko and all he can do is cry. Life has become an all-too-familiar routine of ministering to traumatised families, comforting grieving children, listening to stories of pain and incredible loss: loss of life, loss of homes, and loss of innocence.[…]
In 2017, The Salvation Army kicks off a campaign that will support and encourage Salvationists to connect with each other, celebrate the work being done all around the world and equip them with tools and tips along the way, now and into the future. The Whole World Mobilising app and website will provide real-time updates[…]
During the Christmas period, the Ukraine Division always supports The Salvation Army’s worldwide tradition of collecting donations using bright red “Christmas Kettles”. This tradition was started in 1891 in San Francisco by The Salvation Army officer Captain Joseph McFee. It is observed every year in Ukrainian cities where The Salvation Army corps are located. Officers[…]
In September, The Salvation Army in Ukraine held an event “Design for Life” in the town of Irpin near Kyiv. There were 24 delegates and 10 team members present. The aim of the event was to find people willing to devote their lives to serving Jesus Christ, as well as people who might become officers[…]
In September and October, The Salvation Army in Ukraine participated in the global Self-Denial Campaign 2016. The first ever self-denial collection was organised in 1886 by General William Booth. The slogan of the 2016 Self-Denial Campaign was: “One family, one hope.” Funds were collected for projects of The Salvation Army in Jamaica, Myanmar and India.[…]