Tag: covid-19
IN BRIEF: Snapshots from around the territory
19 November 2021
Each fortnight, the Others Online team brings you a series of 'briefs' on what's happening around the Australia Territory... Read more
IN BRIEF: Snapshots from around the territory
29 October 2021
Each fortnight, the Others Online team brings you a series of 'briefs' on what's happening around th... Read more
Army takes vaccine program to Prague streets
7 October 2021
Pilot service giving hope to the homeless population... Read more
International news briefs
17 September 2021
Others international news editor Darryl Whitecross brings you a selection of stories from around The... Read more
International news briefs
27 August 2021
Others international news editor Darryl Whitecross brings you a selection of stories from around The... Read more
Aged care residents thank staff for around-the-clock care
25 August 2021
Salvation Army centres take part in Aged Care Employee Day ... Read more
Alberto's Paralympic dream becomes a reality
19 August 2021
Queensland Salvationist to run for his native Jamaica... Read more
Larrikin Bill jumps at chance to be Aussie chaplain at Paralympics
19 August 2021
Sports church leader labels Tokyo opportunity as 'unbelievable'... Read more
Mobile kitchen keeps kids cruisin' over summer
15 July 2021
COVID sees 10-year mobile food ministry delivered differently ... Read more
Research shows impact of COVID-19 on corps
28 May 2021
Salvation Army forever changed by pandemic... Read more
New dads thriving on baby talk
27 May 2021
Fathers finding support online during lockdown... Read more
Officers among first to receive vaccine in Ghana
21 May 2021
Salvation Army clinic part of vaccination program ... Read more
Army releases JobSeeker survey findings
5 May 2021
Army report says Doorways recipients negatively impacted by cessation of Coronavirus Supplement... Read more
Special appeal launched for COVID crisis in India
4 May 2021
Australia Territory commits $100,000 to support Salvation Army hospitals ... Read more
Army on the frontlines of COVID battle in India
28 April 2021
General Peddle encourages Indian people as demand exceeds capacity in Army hospitals ... Read more
Saturday sausage sizzle keeping Katherine bellies full
19 March 2021
Doorways Hub extends meal service to cater for vulnerable people in town... Read more
Army goes to the homeless who can't come in from the cold
18 March 2021
Michigan Division meeting the needs of vulnerable people in Detroit... Read more
General Brian Peddle signs COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Declaration
5 March 2021
Peddles also encourage Salvationists around the world to get vaccinated to "beat COVID-19"... Read more
Together, We Can Beat COVID-19
4 March 2021
The international leaders of The Salvation Army encourage Salvationists and friends to receive the C... Read more
Army assisting at African border closures
19 February 2021
COVID-19 team brings relief as many stranded at checkpoints... Read more
Gunnedah youth use pedal power to bless community
19 January 2021
Mission Ride a huge success as corps youth share the love of Jesus... Read more
Was 2020 the year that was or the year that wasn't?
31 December 2020
Salvos continued to 'live, love and fight' during the pandemic to meet community needs... Read more
Army gives remote Chinese school a hand with virus awareness
17 December 2020
Hygiene packs distributed to combat spread of virus... Read more
Come clean with God as he draws near
14 December 2020
Christmas is a reminder that God doesn't self-isolate... Read more
Queen thanks Salvation Army for work during pandemic
9 December 2020
Royal Family honours charities for frontline service... Read more
Soup, soap and sanitiser for COVID-19 patients in India
26 November 2020
Salvation Army hospital stepping up to meet the needs of infected patients... Read more
Anyone for a spot of pickleball?
12 November 2020
American paddleball sport taking off Down Under... Read more
High-level virtual summit looks at Army response to COVID
3 November 2020
Consultation and conversation to focus on learning points... Read more
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Young people feeling the pressure
26 October 2020
Mental health issues on the rise despite ‘virtual’ resilience... Read more
Princess Grace of Middlesbrough a COVID hero
22 October 2020
Junior soldier recognised for volunteer work... Read more
Going from strength to strength
19 October 2020
Helping domestic violence survivors reclaim their lives... Read more
Army goes mobile with COVID testing in Toronto
15 October 2020
'Pop-up' site to test for virus among city's most vulnerable... Read more
Blessing rises from the ashes of a black summer
14 October 2020
Call for assistance leads to a long-term friendship... Read more
Financial relief a matter of reading the signs
14 October 2020
Salvos release statistics on national Moneycare Day... Read more
Virus takes toll on America's symbol of Christmas
8 October 2020
Red kettle campaign starts early to meet increased demand... Read more
New facility to meet 'significant demand' in Townsville
6 October 2020
Purpose-built centre aims to change lives in a 'safe place' ... Read more
Needle-and-thread brigade has a pattern for mission
2 October 2020
RSDS representative has ministry opportunity sewn up in Townsville... Read more
Snap, crackle and POP! Breakfast served in remote SA
28 September 2020
Salvos 'protecting' First Nations people during pandemic... Read more
Converting crisis into an opportunity to share the Good News
24 September 2020
Let us focus on the two greatest commandments and nothing else... Read more
Quarantined family going the distance for the Salvos
22 September 2020
Family of seven set a hotel-room target of 300km in 14 days... Read more
Chattanooga chew chew cut as diners invited online
17 September 2020
Army opts for virtual 'banquet' to showcase achievements... Read more
New growth for Gaile after fires
17 September 2020
Salvos help Cobargo resident rebuild her life... Read more
Book review: God and the Pandemic
12 September 2020
What should be the Christian response?... Read more
Cooks 'roast' each other but finish kitchen course 'well done'
8 September 2020
Good-hearted rivalry simmers between 'fantastic' Brisbane Streetlevel chefs... Read more
Salvo Story - Rockdale Food Market
8 September 2020
Rockdale Corps in south Sydney have opened a low-cost food market to assist families and individuals... Read more
Peace in the pandemic
26 August 2020
'I know that in the middle of chaos, God has been my peace'... Read more
Coronavirus sewing bee in the Blue Mountains
24 August 2020
Corps makes masks for people in need... Read more
Book Review: Virus as a Summons to Faith
24 August 2020
A 'scriptually and theologically rich' offering from Walter Brueggemann... Read more
Salvo Stories: Face-mask Workshop
24 August 2020
Debbie and her friends at the Upper Blue Mountains Salvos are using their sewing skills to help othe... Read more
Brett's marathon for homelessness not just a walk in the park
20 August 2020
US corps officer strolls 42.2km for a good cause... Read more
Salvo Story: Greater Western Sydney Corps
19 August 2020
Carissa helps people realise their worth in Christ... Read more
Family support zooms in during COVID-19
11 August 2020
Wollongong First Floor Program expands service provision during pandemic... Read more
Salvo Story - Tim Page Walker
8 August 2020
When COVID-19 hit, Red Shield Appeal Chairman and small business owner Tim Page Walker was quick to ... Read more
A focus on Foster House
6 August 2020
Looking at The Salvation Army's response to homelessness in Sydney during coronavirus.... Read more
Salvo Story - Foster House
6 August 2020
Looking at The Salvation Army's response to homelessness in Sydney during coronavirus.... Read more
Pandemic takes junior soldiers on unexpected adventure
5 August 2020
Renewal Sunday a flexible option for corps around the country... Read more
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Hidden plight of homelessness
5 August 2020
Salvos serving those most vulnerable to the pandemic... Read more
Face-mask donation a 'godsend'
4 August 2020
Taiwanese community supports Salvos in Melbourne... Read more
The Church has left the building
4 August 2020
Is the pandemic actually a hand on the back from the Lord, pushing us into a more beautiful relation... Read more
The human face of homelessness
3 August 2020
Pandemic adds new layer to a complex problem... Read more
Make a mask for Melbourne
31 July 2020
Salvation Army encouraging donations for vulnerable people in the community... Read more
Salvation Army welcomes new COVID funding for homeless
31 July 2020
Victorian Government package will help Salvos break cycle of homelessness for thousands... Read more
Grateful but grieving
27 July 2020
Danielle Strickland's reflections after recovering from coronavirus... Read more
Make a mask for Melbourne
23 July 2020
Salvation Army encouraging donations for vulnerable people in the community... Read more
Salvos step up support as Melbourne lockdown reinstated
10 July 2020
Assistance and care for tower residents and emergency services... Read more
Salvos step up support as Melbourne lockdown reinstated
9 July 2020
Assistance and care for tower residents and emergency services... Read more
Aussie officers around the world - United Kingdom with the Republic of Ireland Territory
9 July 2020
Mal and Tracey Davies share their international appointment journey so far... Read more
Living in lockdown
8 July 2020
Captain Pete Brookshaw on life inside one of Melbourne's locked-down suburbs... Read more
When the war is over
6 July 2020
Pandemic reveals society's fragile grip on inner peace... Read more
Founder's speech still inspiring in 2020
2 July 2020
Video features 20 countries fighting for justice... Read more
Youth workers getting in tune to provide extra support
29 June 2020
Western Australia paving the way post-COVID in youth homelessness sector... Read more
Aussie officers take on new roles in Europe
29 June 2020
International appointments continue amidst COVID-19... Read more
Pray it Forward moves into next phase
26 June 2020
Spiritual leaders encouraged by feedback... Read more
Divisional commanders agree: 'Don't rush back'
23 June 2020
Corps officers urged to keep seeking God’s heart for what church will look like post COVID-19... Read more
Well-known parable becomes a virtual musical experience
22 June 2020
National collaboration unpacks creative arts film first... Read more
Donaldson devotion - 'So much more'
21 June 2020
Commissioner Janine Donaldson shares from Ephesians as the territory concludes the Pray it Forward c... Read more
Balga a 'bedrock of support' during COVID-19
16 June 2020
Childcare centre's positive approach eases stress in the community... Read more
Middle East deployment a journey of discovery
11 June 2020
Major Garry Johnson reflects on the deepening of his faith ... Read more
Tassie Salvos deliver during isolation
10 June 2020
Burnie Doorways team comes to the rescue of rural resident... Read more
Piano key to Elizabeth's ministry in music
9 June 2020
Brisbane City Temple pianist blesses her 'isolated' congregation ... Read more
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Putting money-talk on the agenda
8 June 2020
Salvos urged to ask questions about people's finances... Read more
Donaldson Devotion - Intimacy
4 June 2020
How do we be intimate with people when physical touch is so limited? ... Read more
Carissa on a mobile mission to reach youth and families
3 June 2020
COVID-19 hasn't stopped an energetic pastor connecting with people in Sydney's Greater West... Read more
Carissa on a mobile mission to reach youth and families
3 June 2020
COVID-19 hasn't stopped an energetic pastor connecting with people in Sydney's Greater West... Read more
Salvo Story: Katoomba Salvos
29 May 2020
Not even COVID-19 could shut down Katoomba Salvos... Read more
Donaldson Devotion - Moving Forward
28 May 2020
Commissioner Robert Donaldson presents a God-led way to emerge from the COVID-19 restrictions.... Read more
Salvo Story: Katoomba Salvos
26 May 2020
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Katoomba Salvos is still actively serving their local community by giv... Read more
Coronavirus brings new opportunities in Russia
26 May 2020
Lieutenant Julia Krasova shares her story from St Petersburg... Read more
Salvos schools adapt to online education
25 May 2020
The Salvation Army has continued its education to vulnerable young people throughout the COVID-19 pa... Read more
Salvos schools adapt to online education
25 May 2020
The Salvation Army has continued its education to vulnerable young people throughout the COVID-19 pa... Read more
Donaldson Devotion - Hope Rising
24 May 2020
Putting hope above fear in uncertain times... Read more
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Bracing for a surge in demand for Salvo services
19 May 2020
Snapshot of need released to support Red Shield Appeal... Read more
Donaldson devotion - 'Alone Together'
18 May 2020
Even in isolation we are never alone.... Read more
Soul Space Devotional - Hope Rising
18 May 2020
Commissioner Janine Donaldson says a spirit of optimistic hope will rise above the uncertainty of CO... Read more
National Day of Prayer
17 May 2020
Salvationists encouraged to intentionally bring Army's future before God... Read more
Graeme learning 'new tricks' for digital Red Shield Appeal
16 May 2020
Veteran volunteer explains how he's adapting to technology to support this year's appeal... Read more
Creative solutions to global education during COVID-19
14 May 2020
Salvation Army schools globally continue to educate students during restrictions imposed by the coro... Read more
Graeme learning 'new tricks' for digital Red Shield Appeal
14 May 2020
Veteran volunteer explains how he's adapting to technology to support this year's appeal... Read more
Prayer Initiative and COVID Reflections
13 May 2020
Australia Territory Leaders, Commissioners Janine and Robert Donaldson, and Chief Secretary, Colonel... Read more
Finding your place in the village right for you
12 May 2020
The need for a 'village' doesn't stop at childhood.... Read more
Salvos Stores online boom as some stores reopen
11 May 2020
Easing of coronavirus restrictions good news for op-shoppers.... Read more
Azahlia on the frontline of COVID-19 support
11 May 2020
Youth Ambassador program opens the door to ministry opportunities... Read more
Army's global response to COVID-19
7 May 2020
A video released by International Headquarters shows how The Salvation Army is bringing relief to co... Read more
Introducing Hope4Cafes
7 May 2020
Hi, my name is Azahlia and I am the founder of the Hope4Cafes initiative located in Greater Western ... Read more
Army's global response to COVID-19
7 May 2020
A video released by International Headquarters shows how The Salvation Army is bringing relief to co... Read more
SAES serving at COVID-19 checkpoints in remote west
6 May 2020
Volunteers catering for front-line personnel during pandemic crisis.... Read more
SAES serving at COVID-19 checkpoints in remote west
6 May 2020
Volunteers catering for front-line personnel during pandemic crisis.... Read more
Brendan Nottle fronts Red Shield Appeal advertising
5 May 2020
The 2020 Red Shield Appeal advertising focuses on the Army's assistance during COVID-19.... Read more
IHQ launches special COVID-19 support body
1 May 2020
New group to support Salvos in pandemic relief efforts around the world.... Read more
Red Shield Appeal 'digital doorknock' launched
30 April 2020
Every corps and centre invited to use online platform to help raise funds.... Read more
Bringing some 'sunshine' into lives of Vietnamese seniors
30 April 2020
Sunshine Corps is reaching out to isolated Vietnamese seniors across Melbourne's western suburbs.... Read more
Swan View Corps has community needs sewn up
28 April 2020
Women get creative to support hospital staff.... Read more
COVID-19 sparks expansion of new ideas platform
27 April 2020
The Salvation Army Ideas Platform launches two new spaces for ideas to be shared.... Read more
Army responds to global pandemic needs
23 April 2020
The Salvation Army is helping meet the needs of vulnerable people around the world.... Read more
Calm before the storm in the Top End
22 April 2020
Salvation Army social services bracing for 'return to norm' when COVID-19 support runs out.... Read more
Delacombe now streaming the way dinner is served
20 April 2020
Victorian corps comes up with a new way to continue its community meal gatherings.... Read more
We can't hug, but we can plug!
20 April 2020
Salvation Army switches on new campaign to help the homeless in France and Belgium.... Read more
Salvation Army hospitals and clinics respond to pandemic
18 April 2020
Salvation Army medical staff on the front line of the COVID-19 battle.... Read more
Prayer 'pandemic' bringing Salvos to their knees
15 April 2020
A prophetic dream has become a Facebook reality for a retired Salvation Army officer. ... Read more
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Red Shield Appeal goes digital
14 April 2020
Key fundraiser promotes 'agile and creative' engagement. ... Read more
Meeting increasing pandemic needs in Africa and Middle East
11 April 2020
The Salvation Army around the world responds to the impact of COVID-19.... Read more
Bringing home the Easter message
9 April 2020
Salvos get creative in telling the Easter story.... Read more
Meeting increasing pandemic needs in Europe
9 April 2020
The Salvation Army around the world responds to the impact of COVID-19.... Read more
Reviving the lost art of letter writing
7 April 2020
Salvos are connecting with their community through an encouraging note in the mail.... Read more
Heartfelt message from the Territorial Commander
6 April 2020
Commissioner Robert Donaldson encourages us to know exactly who we are as children of God during the... Read more
Robert Donaldson Devotional
6 April 2020
The leader of The Salvation Army in Australia, Commissioner Robert Donaldson, reminds us that our ci... Read more
General of The Salvation Army cries out a 'Hosanna!'
5 April 2020
General Brian Peddle's Palm Sunday communication.... Read more
Salvos op-shopping goes online in pandemic
5 April 2020
Salvos Stores, Family Stores and Thrift Shops make 'incredibly difficult decision' to close.... Read more
Meeting increasing pandemic needs in the Americas
4 April 2020
The Salvation Army around the world responds to the impact of COVID-19.... Read more
COVID-19: Update from the Chief Secretary
4 April 2020
Salvos respond despite 'demanding and challenging' circumstances.... Read more
Salvos op-shopping goes online in pandemic
3 April 2020
Salvos Stores, Family Stores and Thrift Shops make 'incredibly difficult decision' to close.... Read more
Meeting pandemic needs of the world's most vulnerable
2 April 2020
The Salvation Army around the world responds to the impact of COVID-19.... Read more
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Are you a Salvo and struggling financially? Call Moneycare
2 April 2020
The Salvation Army Moneycare service is open to anyone experiencing financial distress. ... Read more
Continued mission of hope to a country in crisis
1 April 2020
The Salvation Army is continuing to reach out to the community and support the most vulnerable duri... Read more
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Salvos editorial magazines ramp up digital presence
28 March 2020
Online now the focus as COVID-19 crisis prompts temporary suspension of print versions of Warcry, Ki... Read more
Brewery bottling sanitiser for the Salvos
27 March 2020
Thanks to a forward-thinking and quick-acting Victorian brewer, The Salvation Army now has a regular... Read more
True Salvos heart being unmasked during COVID-19 crisis
26 March 2020
While the country is closing down, The Salvation Army is stepping up and delivering hope around the... Read more
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Robert Donaldson urges Salvos to 'be still and know'
25 March 2020
Australia Territory leader encourages Salvos to rest in God during coronavirus pandemic.... Read more
COVID-19: Salvation Army outlines mission response to pandemic
24 March 2020
Army's 'essential' services being adapted to continue to serve vulnerable Aussies.... Read more
COVID-19: An update from The General (20 March 2020)
23 March 2020
Speaking from his home in London, following the temporary closure of the movement?s international he... Read more
COVID-19: General calls for social distancing not social isolation
23 March 2020
The world leader of The Salvation Army has videoed an address to Salvationists from his home in Lond... Read more
COVID-19: Donaldsons unite Salvos behind national prayer campaign
21 March 2020
Salvation Army Australia Territory leaders encourage Salvationists to join daily prayer initiative... Read more
COVID-19: Salvation Army 'live-stream' worship services this weekend
20 March 2020
A number of corps across the country will have their meetings this Sunday accessible online... Read more
COVID-19: Army connecting and continuing to serve worldwide
19 March 2020
Despite the challenges of Covid-19, The Salvation Army is still meeting human needs in all corners o... Read more
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16 March 2020
Salvation Army Chief Secretary Colonel Winsome Merrett has released a statement outlining The Salvat... Read more