Darnell Nixon received grace from both a judge and Christ on his way to being the man of God he is today. He spent his time in prison finding God. Now 61, he is the founder and leader of the basketball program at the Manhattan Citadel, a Salvation Army corps in Harlem, N.Y.
The Salvation Army is meeting a major housing need in Buffalo, while creating opportunities to share God’s love.
The city of Pittsburgh is home to almost 450 bridges. Known as the “City of Bridges,” Pittsburgh sits at the confluence of the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio rivers. So, it seems appropriate that The Salvation Army’s Pittsburgh Temple would be trying to build bridges to the church from its popular new choice food pantry, which opened last year.
“I think God is taking a moral stance that leads to Him caring for the poor and to remind us of our moral responsibility to care for the poor. It’s not just us giving them things when they need it, it’s about treating people as equals. When we treat people as equals, we want them to have the same privileges that we have. We don’t want them suffering from poverty. It’s about paying attention to the slaves rather than the wealthy.”
As flames engulfed a nearby building, residents fled and sought shelter at the Hempstead, N.Y., corps as the Christmas morning service came to a close.
On Oct. 31, children and adults will again indulge in the pagan custom of Halloween. But did you know that a history–changing event known as the “Protestant Reformation” marks the same day?
While suffering from cerebral palsy when growing up, Diane Kearney didn’t have a lot of friends and was often teased. When her family came to The Salvation Army for financial help, Diane found a permanent home.
It was just before 9 p.m. on Feb 3 when a Norfolk Southern freight train carrying toxic materials derailed in East Palestine, Ohio. Thousands were evacuated and The Salvation Army in Salem, Ohio, sprang into action.
Hundreds of asylees from various countries in Africa are showing up in Portland, but the housing market is tight and there are few prospects for work. The Salvation Army officers here make it clear to the press that they are not interested in discussing the “how” or “why” of the situation. They are simply focused on helping people through the love of Christ.
Jackie Bradshaw’s once–promising tennis career at Bethany College in Kansas disappeared after she underwent elbow surgery and four shoulder procedures, including a full replacement. While her body seemingly failed her, Jackie’s love for the game and desire for athletic competition never totally disappeared. She longed to play again someday if the opportunity arose. That chance came a few years ago when she took up a new paddle–ball game that swept the country.
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