The next chapter: Serving God in every season
About 10 years or so before we retired, we talked to a retired teacher somewhere in a B&B between Durban and Johannesburg. The advice she gave us about retiring was:…
Living for More: Embracing a Life of Sacrifice
Have you ever felt like life pulls you in a thousand different directions at once, each one competing for your time, energy, and focus? In a world that celebrates hustle,…
Where Grace Meets Guilt: A Story of Prison Ministry
My journey in prison ministry began while I was appointed to the Imbali Corps in the Mid KwaZulu-Natal Division. It wasn’t something I had initially sought out, but rather, it…
Building Stronger Sisterhoods
In the rich cultural mosaic of South Africa, the spirit of Ubuntu—"I am because we are"—resonates deeply within our communities (Ubuntu Philosophy, 2023). As Christian women, we are called to…
Serving Across Borders: A Life-Changing Mission to the USA
A group of young people from Goodwood Corps in the Western Cape Division, under the leadership of Lieutenants Mpumelelo and Desire Dathini, recently had the opportunity to serve in the…
Honouring the Faith and Impact of Women in The Salvation Army
As we step into Women's Month, let’s take a moment and think about the quiet strength and deep faith of the women who have shaped our spiritual journey. This month,…
A table set with sacrifice, love and redemption
There’s something special about gathering around a table, isn't there? It’s a place where stories are shared, laughter echoes, memories are made and hearts connect. Yet, there’s one table in…
I love Jesus with all my heart
I like to joke about the fact that from the moment I opened my eyes as a baby, I was in church and have been there ever since. The Salvation…
Take God’s Word with you: Scripture at your fingertips
The Salvation Army International has taken an exciting step forward by becoming a content partner with ‘YouVersion,’ the team behind the widely popular Bible App. Endorsed by The General’s Council,…
He holds my hand
Today, on the 23rd of June, we observe International Widows Day—a day to acknowledge the struggles and resilience of widows around the world. According to the UN, there are over…