Major Gilbert Parkhurst, corps officer in Danbury, Conn., knows that a close-up view of the Army’s ministry can change a person. He has seen teens, board members, and government officials impacted just by witnessing the ministry of The Salvation Army. “Even our ministry of presence—to be there for someone in their time of need—can change hearts,” says Parkhurst. “Sometimes all it takes is seeing work done in the name of God.”
In Vermont, the Burlington Corps’ Friendly Kitchen serves dinner to around 100 people six days a week. Envoy Stacy Liskey sees it as one way to give individuals who may be suffering from homelessness back the dignity they feel they’ve lost living on the streets. “There are many places that serve free breakfast and lunch,” says Liskey, “but none that serve dinner as often as us.” She wants anyone who is hungry to come, whether they are homeless or not.
Cold and flu season is here, and with those yearly illnesses can come another unwelcome, more dangerous viral sickness. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) affects the lungs and respiratory system, with symptoms that can feel like a common cold. But for infants, the elderly, or those with a history of lung disease, it can be life-threatening. Learn more about the symptoms of RSV, how it spreads, and ways to prevent and treat it.
Anavanessa Robles comes in every day to volunteer at the busy Salvation Army Harlem Temple Corps. She does everything from helping in the soup kitchen to organizing information for parents like her who take care of special needs children. “I love being a mom,” says Anavanessa. “But volunteering at The Salvation Army is something that I have just for me. I want to give something back to the world and put some good out there.”
When Jessica Williams went to jail, her oldest daughter, Kylie, at just 11 years old, took on the responsibilities of their home, taking care of family members younger and older than her. After having served her time, Jessica left behind her past life and addictions, hoping to reconnect with her family. But Kylie, forced to grow up quickly in her mother’s absence and having missed out on years of her own childhood, has had to readjust to a new normal.
Need some fun decor for a child’s room, nursery, or play space? At your Salvation Army thrift store, you can find wall displays, photo frames, and even kid-friendly electronics to give any room a playful new look. This month, we found superhero art, old-school video games, and much more. Whether you want to keep to a theme or prefer to mix it all up, you can find what you need at your Salvation Army store.
Summer is finally here, and with it come morning runs, outdoor pickup games, and lunchtime walks. But hot weather also makes our bodies work harder during exercise. You can even lose a liter of sweat or more every hour that you work out in the heat. Learn how to keep yourself hydrated during exercise, protect your skin in the sun, and recognize the signs of heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
Rahna Fahringer survived 30 hours as a hostage of an ex-boyfriend, a former inmate. Rahna was shot twice during that traumatic event but survived. Unable to work and on the advice of her therapist, Rahna began giving her time to The Salvation Army Service Extension Unit in Brunswick, Ohio. Mark Fahringer, Rahna’s ex-husband, also began the 49-9 Project, an outreach program to guide soon-to-be and recently released inmates to services, resources, and more.
Majors Annalise and Billy Francis, corps officers at The Salvation Army Ashland Kroc, are the minds behind the Kroc’s Theater Group. “Running the theater program is a herculean effort,” says Major Billy. “But everything the Kroc does is an avenue of discipleship that promotes Christ.” With a hardworking Kroc staff and young performers dedicated to the craft, the theater program has continued to change lives, becoming one of its most exciting ministries.
A broken bone can put many activities to a stop. But while you recover, your body is hard at work to heal the fracture and get the bone back to normal. Learn about what foods and exercises can help your body heal faster. And do broken bones heal more strongly than before, or is it a myth?
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