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Commissioner Miriam Gluyas, Territorial Commander, and Major Robyn Black, NSW/ACT Division Commander, with Shieldy at the Sydney launch of the Red Shield Appeal. All photos: Greg Donovan The Salvation Army launched its annual Red Shield Appeal in Sydney on Friday 9 May, conveying a heartfelt message to the people of Australia: ‘Be the hope people need’. About 450 people attended the launch, a luncheon event held at the Fullerton Hotel in Martin Place, which included parliamentarians, corporate leaders, prominent philanthropists and senior Salvation Army personnel.   More than $500,000 was raised on the day, including a $150,000 donation from the NSW Government.   Radio 2SM breakfast announcer Ron Wilson served as the MC for the event, which Chris Minns, Premier of NSW, also attended. Uncle Allen gives his enlightening Welcome to Country. Following an entertaining yet meaningful Welcome to Gadigal Country by Uncle Allen Madden, Major Robyn Black, NSW/ACT Divisional Commander, officially opened the event, encouraging attendees to partner with the Salvos and reflect the theme of this year’s appeal: ‘Be the hope that people need’.  To donate to the Red Shield Appeal, click here Premier Minns then delivered his address, followed by keynote speakers Susan Lloyd-Hurwitz, the former CEO of Mirvac, and Cameron McDonald, a courageous woman who shared her story of how The Salvation Army provided her with a safe place after escaping family and domestic violence. Testimonial speaker Cameron McDonald shares her story. Cameron spoke about the “lifesaving assistance” she received from the Salvos, who “have played such an integral part in my journey … they rolled up their sleeves, got in the trenches with me and held my hand. They supported me in a range of ways … they believed me, they never judged me … they helped me holistically and gave me a safe space. They made me feel human by being humane.”   Award recipients Territorial Commander Commissioner Miriam Gluyas awarded two honours for exceptional contributions to the work of The Salvation Army.   Coca-Cola received the Others Award for its outstanding support of The Salvation Army over many years, which was accepted by company representative Natalie Helm.   Joycelyn Morton, Chair of The Salvation Army Red Shield Doorknock Appeal  for the Greater Sydney region, was then invited to the stage to receive the Eva Burrows Award.   Commissioner Miriam Gluyas with Joycelyn Morton. Joycelyn, a highly experienced company director with over 40 years of experience in finance and taxation , is the daughter of Salvation Army officers Majors Stan and Eva Morton, who were serving in Zambia when she was born. She has been a vibrant supporter of The Salvation Army for many years.   The Eva Burrows Award recognises an individual’s outstanding contribution and exceptional service to The Salvation Army in the Australian community.   The award is given in the name of General Eva Burrows AC OF* (1929–2015), who was only the second Australian elected as General of The Salvation Army, a position she held from 1986 to 1993. She was also the second woman to serve in this role, after Evangeline Booth – the daughter of co-founders William and Catherine Booth – who was General from 1934 to 1939.   Previous Eva Burrows Award recipients include Dick and Pip Smith, Malcolm Irving, Sheba Nandkeolyar, Geoffrey Leonard and Bill Dowson.   In her closing remarks and prayer, Chief Secretary Colonel Winsome Merrett expressed gratitude to all participants and donors, including launch sponsors Steadfast, Azora, Doordash, and Mirvac. She also recognised the organisation’s Board of Governance members, its Sydney Corporate and Philanthropic Advisory Group, and the many thousands of Salvo officers, employees, and volunteers. You can make a positive impact by volunteering to doorknock. Rally your friends, family, and corps so that together we can make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. Check out all the ways your community can get involved. Click here Commissioner Miriam Gluyas and Colonel Winsome Merrett promote the Red Shield Appeal here Click through the slideshow below for more photos of the Sydney Red Shield Appeal launch. (All photos by Greg Donovan): For more information or to donate, go to: https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/red-shield-appeal/

At the Adelaide launch of the Red Shield Appeal (from left) Commissioner Miriam Gluyas, local Kaurna man Allen Edwards, MP Katrine Hildyard, and SA/NT Divisional Commander Major Paul Hateley. BY ANTHONY CASTLE   The 2025 Adelaide Red Shield Appeal breakfast launch provided an opportunity to highlight the growing need across the country and its impact in South Australia.   Salvation Army supporters and guests gathered at the Adelaide Convention Centre on Wednesday 21 May for the annual event, MC’ed by Mike Smithson, Seven News presenter and chief reporter.   “As many of you know, The Red Shield Appeal is The Salvation Army’s most critical fundraising campaign, providing essential financial support that enables them to deliver life-changing services to people in need across Australia, including right here in Adelaide,” Mike explained.   “But the Salvos can’t do this alone. The theme of the Red Shield Appeal this year is ‘Be the hope people need’, and it is the generosity of loyal and faithful supporters like those in the room today that can be helpful.”   The Adelaide launch brought together business and community leaders across South Australia. Allen Edwards brought a Welcome to Community, sharing about how the work of The Salvation Army has shaped his own journey.   Distinguished guests at the breakfast included Hon Katrine Hildyard MP, Minister for Child Protection, Senator Leah Blyth, Senator Barbara Pocock, Hon Heidi Girolamo, Hon Justin Hanson MLC, Acting Assistant Commissioner John De Candia and Acting Assistant Commissioner Rob Papworth from SAPOL.   “Today, we’re united by one mission, to help those in crisis,” said Major Paul Hateley, Divisional Commander for South Australia/Northern Territory. “Whether it’s giving immediate relief like paying bills and providing groceries, or offering longer-term support such as counselling and stable accommodation, we’re committed to walking alongside people on their journey towards a better life.”   The Salvation Army in Australia helps someone in need every 17 seconds. The compounded impact of the financial and social events of the past few years means homelessness is fast becoming the reality for an increasing number of individuals and families, including more employed Australians. Allen Edwards plays the didgeridoo at the launch. Over the last financial year, The Salvation Army provided over 1.1 million nights of accommodation and more than $24.3 million in financial assistance, including cash, gift cards, vouchers, and other forms of support, to those in need.   “In the first quarter of this year, almost 37,000 South Australians reached out for assistance with food security, genuinely faced with the prospect of feeding their children or paying rent,” Paul said. “At just one Salvos site in the city, 21,000 requests for assistance were received and 1500 food parcels were distributed.”   Paul accepted a generous contribution of $25,000 from Minister Hildyard, presented on behalf of the South Australian Government.   Guests heard from keynote speaker Mark McCrindle, Social Researcher and Demographer. Mark shared about the generational changes and the challenges of inclusion that modern Australia presents. Mike Smithson invited supporters to donate to the Red Shield Appeal, sharing that Electel has generously pledged $45,000 to help launch the appeal. Suzanne Brown, The Salvation Army’s Gift in Wills Manager (far right) with representatives from Anderson Solicitors and their Others Award. The Divisional Commander presented the 2025 Adelaide Others Award to Anderson Solicitors, accepted by Michelle Hutton and Antony Boonen. Anderson Solicitors has been a contributor to the Wills Day Program in South Australia since 2010.   Commissioner Miriam Gluyas closed the event and thanked all those who offered their support for The Salvation Army’s work.   “As we leave this event, I’d encourage you to be the hope in your everyday lives,” Miriam said. “When you hear of someone’s struggles, choose to listen. When you see hardship, choose compassion. When you know someone is battling, choose to step in and offer a helping hand.   The Salvation Army’s mission compels us to make good choices. Whenever there is hardship or injustice, Salvos will live, love, and fight alongside others to transform Australia, one life at a time, with the love of Jesus.” Colonel Rodney Walters, Major Paul Hateley and Commissioner Miriam Gluyas at the Adelaide launch of the Red Shield Appeal. For more information or to donate, go to: https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/red-shield-appeal/

Testimonial speaker Julie (centre), shares her story, supported by Wendy Holst (left) and Vicky O'Brien from The Salvation Army's Still Waters supported accommodation service. BY SIMONE WORTHING Hope, courage and the power to make a difference were the overriding themes of the Gold Coast Red Shield Appeal launch breakfast on Tuesday 20 May. The atmosphere was dynamic – people were ready to help and wanted to be involved.   Tahana Turner, a proud Bundjalung woman, gave an inspiring, thought-provoking and personal Acknowledgement of Country to begin the morning, encouraging everyone to appreciate and see the beauty of all Countries, wherever they are. Tahana is the Divisional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Coordinator for Queensland. After a warm welcome, Major Mark Everitt, Queensland Divisional Commander, challenged the audience to take five seconds and share with those at their table the three issues they would like to solve in our communities. The atmosphere at the launch was enthusiastic, positive and supportive. As people concluded their lively discussions, Mark shared that the top three among so many are homelessness, domestic violence and poverty. He then showed some of the spiralling statistics around these issues, as well as other areas where the Salvos assist.   “Thank you for choosing to be part of the solution,” he said. “Supporting this appeal brings the hope people need, and your generosity is what makes our work possible.” Beckah Amani sings her messages of social justice and care for one another. Event MC, Councillor Glenn Tozer, introduced the keynote speaker, singer and songwriter Beckah Amani. Beckah sang ‘Something’s Got to Change’, with her lyrics focused on the need to see and help each other through pain and suffering, so lives can be different.   Cr Tozer then interviewed Beckah about her early life in Burundi, Central East Africa, her move to Australia with her family as refugees in 2007, the role of music in her life, and how she uses music to help bring hope and change.   “My parents were both musicians, playing folk, old folk, traditional Burundian music growing up,” she shared. “It helped us through tough times as my parents navigated living in the refugee camp and raising us. It was such a strong place for us to know about our identity and where we’re from, and also tell stories about our home country and how community can rise up and hold each other together.” Cr Glenn Tozer interviews Beckah about the power of music. Beckah explained that ideas around social and community justice permeate her songs. “There are always so many social issues going on. As an artist, and given my background, I always feel like I have a place and have been given the talent and the gift to speak on these big issues … Music is such a powerful artistry to talk about those things and advocate for change.   “It’s amazing that we can draw people into a story, into an action … Music brings, and spreads, hope.”   Hope and transformation Testimonial speaker, Julie, shared her harrowing story through addiction, domestic violence, depression, suicide attempts and homelessness before a referral to the Salvos changed her life. With a nod to Beckah about the power of music, Julie shared that, in the middle of a violent marriage, hearing Vanessa Amorosi’s song ‘Shine’ on the radio gave her courage to leave her situation, knowing that she, too, could rebuild and shine. Julie had been a fly-in-fly-out worker based in Perth before moving back to the Gold Coast when her daughter had children. She continued this work from Brisbane before the mining industry crashed, and she broke her back. After two years recovering from her injury, the housing crisis hit, and Julie was living in her car – and keeping that hidden from her children. A council worker found her one night and, instead of moving her on, called the Salvos. Life-changing support Still Waters, The Salvation Army’s supported accommodation for women and families experiencing crisis on the Gold Coast, contacted Julie, and her healing journey began. “The support I received at Still Waters was life-changing,” she shared. “I had time to heal, breathe, and know I had help to find permanent housing. Painting and craft became a source of healing and hope for Julie. “I was fragile. I couldn’t take another setback or challenge. They assured me they had my back.  All the staff and their support were amazing. Nobody judged me. There were no expectations on me, no time pressure. The focus was on me feeling safe and secure, to be still, to be at peace emotionally and physically. That is what Still Waters gave to me.” Healing art Once she had her own accommodation, Julie wanted to continue the arts and crafts she had started at Still Waters. “I wanted to paint the pelicans I used to visit with my grandkids,” she explained. “When I googled ‘pelican’, the first line read, ‘Pelicans are drawn to still waters.’ It was a perfect fit. I painted ‘Still Waters’ on the beak of my pelican. “I also wanted some plants in my new place. I bought an orchid, then wondered why. So, I  googled ’orchid’, and it means ’new beginnings’. “I’ve learned I need people, and that personal boundaries are a must. And I now believe that with the support of The Salvation Army, everyone can have the tools to change their life. Just put your hand up and ask for help. I did. Believe. Achieve. Succeed.” Colonel WInsome Merrett gives her closing comments. Colonel Winsome Merrett, Chief Secretary, gave closing comments. “The trajectory of our lives is shaped by the choices we make every day,” she said. “And as you’ve heard this morning, there are many, many people who find themselves having to make really challenging, really difficult choices every day … but through your support and generosity, you are helping more people have more options for those choices. Each of us has a choice.” Winsome concluded the morning with prayer. For more information or to donate, go to: https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/red-shield-appeal/

National Reconciliation Week (27 May-3 June) is underway. Join Captain Scott Frame from Bayside Salvos (Qld) for a powerful and reflective sermon on ‘Bridging Now to Next’, which is the theme for NRW this year. Scott explores what it means to live faithfully in the space between where we are and where we are called to be – as individuals, as communities, and as a nation.

One of the emergency services trucks on location serving in the aftermath of the NSW Mid North Coast floods. Image: SAES NSW/ACT The Salvation Army Emergency Services (SAES) has continued assisting communities in flood recovery efforts throughout the NSW Mid North Coast region. With 50,000 people impacted by record flooding that has isolated towns, 40 SAES volunteers have served 700 meals over 450 volunteer hours. SAES has assisted 16 response hubs and is now in the process of dispatching volunteers to four recovery hubs today and another one tomorrow. The recovery hubs are located in Taree, Kempsey, Port Macquarie, Macksville and Maitland. Staff and volunteers are working in tandem with the New South Wales Reconstruction Authority to deliver timely services where they are most needed. SAES values meaningful relationships with governments and first responder agencies and advocates through connections with businesses, academic and not-for-profit forums. To find out more about SAES and their work in flood recovery efforts, click here . – Kirralee Nicolle Images: SAES NSW/ACT

Did you know that India Eastern Territory has nearly 42,000 senior soldiers, but only 11 adherents? Each week throughout 2025 year, Salvationists around the world are uniting in prayer for a particular territory or region of The Salvation Army.   The focus territory/region shares prayer requests to help us pray with precision and power for one another.   This week (26 May – 1 June), we are praying for the India Eastern Territory .   The India Eastern Territory has 400 officers (293 active, 107 retired); cadets 18; Aux-Capts 13; employees 171; corps 247; outposts and societies 188; senior soldiers 41,829; adherents 11; junior soldiers 10,678.   Colonels Lalhmingliana Hmar and Lalhlimpuii Chawngthu lead the territory.   Pray for India Eastern Territory Praise points: ·       We give thanks for the 10 prayer halls, five commanding officers’ quarters and three self-support buildings that were opened during 2024. ·       We give thanks that the Territorial Woman’s Ministries team has started a tailoring production centre from January 2025. ·       We give thanks to God for the advancement of our ministries and for enrolling new members. Prayer requests: ·     In 2025, the India Eastern Territory’s theme is  Transformed into Christlikeness , based on 2 Corinthians 3:18. Pray that Salvationists and officers of the territory will grow into a deeper relationship with Christ. ·     Pray for the success of the youth congress which will take place in October at Darlawn. ·     Pray that the seven cadets currently in the Keepers of the Covenant session will complete their training well. Pray for the 12 candidates for the Proclaimers of Transformation session, that they will complete the candidate’s course and be well prepared for becoming cadets. ·     Pray for the five-year review of 20 lieutenants (Messengers of the Kingdom session), which will be held on 9 May, and for the rank recognition service program on 11 May. ·     Pray for the 18 newly commissioned officers in the Champions of the Mission session, as they enter their new appointments. ·     From 21-23 May 2025, the territory hosted a Brengle Institute for 20 officers. As these officers return to their appointments after this time of teaching and retreat, we pray they will return with a fresh energy and renewed desire to see the Spirit transform lives. ·     Pray for the extension of evangelism and disciple-making ministries among other faith communities and outreach mission areas. ·     Pray for the ongoing effectiveness of the HIV/AIDS prevention program for youth and children led by the Community Health Action Network. To find out more about the India Eastern Territory, click here . To download the 2025 International Prayer Focus schedule, click here .

Yvonne (centre) with WA Response Coordinator Benjamin Day and all other previous award recipients. Image: SAES WA The Salvation Army Emergency Services (SAES) in Western Australia recently awarded the Ray Wachmer Award for Meritorious Service to SAES to volunteer Yvonne Duperouzel. “Yvonne is a very special part of our team,” SAES leaders wrote on the state team’s Facebook page. “Whether it’s day or night, rain, hail or shine, she always answers the call — traveling across the state to support communities in need. Her dedication, compassion, and tireless work ethic truly embody the spirit of emergency service. “Nothing is ever too much trouble for Yvonne. She rolls up her sleeves and gets stuck in it, no matter the task. Her selfless service makes a difference every single time.” Yvonne’s recognition marks the fifth year of the Ray Wachmer Award, and she is the fifth volunteer to be recognised in this way.

Special guests Commissioner James Condon (left) and Northern Territory Area Officer Major Kaye Viney with Gus George over the Easter weekend at Katherine Salvos. BY SANDRA MORTIMER* Like all Salvation Army corps and centres across the Northern Territory and outback Australia, Katherine Salvos have been involved in ministry with Indigenous peoples for many years. In 2013, the Salvos established a hospitality service offering meals, showers, and laundry facilities to individuals in Katherine who were facing the threat of homelessness.  Fast forward to 2025, and the Katherine Salvos Hub runs a daily drop-in centre that accommodates up to 190 First Nations people each weekday. These services, funded entirely by donations and staffed by volunteers, operate alongside several social missions and a busy Doorways (financial relief and case management) program, which supports vulnerable community members. Katherine Salvos’ Aux-Lieux Sandra Mortimer with Jereline, displaying Aboriginal artwork. More than half of the regular ‘Hub’ participants also attend weekly Sunday worship services at Katherine Salvos. In late 2023, Major Sue May observed the diversity in worship attendance and incorporated songs and readings from the Kriol language into worship. Today, using the official Aboriginal language of Katherine gives all who come in the sign that the church cares for and recognises other cultures. People stay to hear the gospel. When we open the Scriptures, so many of the stories of Jesus resonate with the stories of creation and the healthy lifestyle of traditional Australian Aboriginal culture. Fishing, walking on dusty roads, healing, sharing, and yes, stories of dispossession and injustice too. Katherine, similar to urbanised areas in outback Australia, attracts Indigenous Australians from diverse ‘nations’ and language groups across the region. The Jawoyn, Dagoman, and Wardaman peoples are the recognised traditional owners of Katherine and the surrounding area. A locally Aboriginal-owned and controlled health service in Katherine, Wurli-Wurlinjang, states that 46.9 per cent of Katherine residents are Aboriginal. Shane and Rosanna from Katherine Salvos. Reconciliation in action Besides those who have been in Katherine for centuries, Aboriginal people come to Katherine from desert, coastal, and river land communities for medical, government, family, and funeral (‘sorry’) business. These individuals appreciate the support of the Katherine Salvos Hub while they are assisted by other agencies that also work diligently to make reconciliation and inclusion a reality in Katherine.  It can sometimes surprise a church-going Christian from an Australian city area that a high proportion of remote Aboriginal Australians identify positively with Christianity and are comfortable in a regular and traditional ‘church’ setting. Nearly every Sunday, multiple people seek prayer before a light supper. They are reaching out to trust other believers with their spiritual needs. Many also share testimonies. For National Reconciliation Week resources on MySalvos, click here Recently, a man extended forgiveness for a misunderstanding that affected a large group. It was very moving. A Kriol song, from St Matthews Church in Ngukurr in the Roper Gulf region, 331 km east of Katherine, is played almost weekly on Sundays at Katherine Corps.The words remind everyone from different cultures and backgrounds that we don’t exist for our own programs, services, meals, buildings, or plans. Being one people before God can build his kingdom on earth. Wi garra go en preisim langa im. Wi garra go en preisim langa im. Langa im, Jisas Krais, oni wanbala blanga wi. Wi garra go en sidan preisim langa im.    We are gathering together unto Him. We are gathering together unto Him. Unto Him shall the gathering of the people be. We are gathering together unto Him. *Aux-Lieutenant Sandra Mortimer is the Katherine Corps Officer

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As a young man, active in Salvation Army bands and songsters, it was common to be billeted when visiting a corps some distance away. We would arrange to lead a weekend away, and to save money, rather than staying at a motel, we would split up to stay at different houses of the folks at the corps we were visiting. This has given me some strong memories.   On one such occasion, I was to stay at a farmhouse with a lovely family, and I was accompanied by another bandsman, a friend of mine – we’ll call him Robert (that wasn’t his real name, but I’d hate for people to find out his real name was actually Roger).   Robert and I were both about 20 years old and knew each other well. Nevertheless, it was a surprise when they walked us to our bedroom, pointed to the double bed and said, “This is where you’ll be sleeping.”   We made some jokes about it and had a laugh. It was just for one night, so we promised to each keep to our side, and that was that.   Well, that was that until about 3am, when I woke up to find Robert sound asleep, his arm lying across my chest. I considered my options – including just going back to sleep or punching him – and decided on using two fingers to slowly pick up his arm, move it to his side, and place it down quietly.   I informed him in the morning; he apologised, and we never spoke of it again.   On another occasion, our band took an Easter weekend trip to another state, and – perhaps foolishly – my two closest friends and I were billeted together to stay with a family who also had a son about the same age: four lads about 20 years old together.   Even better, his bedroom was in the basement of the house next to the rumpus room – with a pool table and record player and some couches – and so it was four young men in the den.   Well, we talked, played music, laughed, and played pool until 4am, when we decided it was probably time to go to sleep. The three of us were sleeping on the couches and mattresses around the pool table, and, a few moments after the lights went off, we began our trio.   One would do a snoring sound, the next would do a little whistle, and the third would do a sound learnt from years of watching ‘The Three Stooges’ sleeping together: snore, whistle, ‘woop woop woop woop woop woop woop woop woop woop’; snore, whistle, ‘woop woop woop woop woop woop woop woop woop woop’; snore, whistle, ‘woop woop woop woop woop woop woop woop woop woop’.   We laughed so hard that it took some time to agree we needed to sleep.   Up at 6am and off to the Dawn Service on Easter Sunday: we’d had less than two hours’ sleep. Jesus may well have risen and been alive again, but we were not so lucky. I think I was in some sort of coma. I’m sure we played well and didn’t miss a note.   Sure, at one stage I may have started playing an entirely different piece from the rest of the band – but I still didn’t miss a note.   Major Mal Davies is the Assistant Divisional Commander for the Victoria Division

A quote by The Salvation Army founder, General William Booth, resonates with Major Darrell Wilson. Major Darrell Wilson was recently installed as the Divisional Commander for Western Australia. Salvos Online journalist ANTHONY CASTLE caught up with Darrell to gather his thoughts on the new appointment.   Firstly, Darrell, congratulations on the new appointment.   Thank you! There’s really been some excitement about the appointment. I wondered about it, perhaps being in WA for so long. People really welcomed the appointment, so it helped me feel that it was right heading into it.   What’s your background? You were born in Ballarat, but you mostly grew up in Western Australia, is that right?   I have been in WA since I was 12. My parents were officers, and we moved when I was young ... and I’ve been here ever since. Most of my appointments have been here. I came to officership in an envoy appointment in 2008.   I had studied music when I was younger but became a youth worker at Morley Salvos. In 2004, I became part of the Divisional Youth team, and as an envoy, I was appointed as Mission Development Director. I worked with corps officers in a consultative role to understand the health and work of corps. I’ve managed responses to bushfires as well and was appointed to Rockingham Corps as an officer in 2011 with my wife Chelsea, where I served for 14 years. READ MORE: Darrell Wilson installed as the new Divisional Commander for WA    I never really had the aim of being in a corporate leadership role, but my heart is in this role to champion the local mission. I’ve done that at Rockingham for 14 years. I didn’t have a desire to leave the corps but felt a challenge to offer more. Coming fresh off the ground at Rockingham will be a plus in this role.   For some in The Salvation Army, it may seem like an interesting pathway to the role of Divisional Commander. What leadership values do you see as meaningful, coming from youthwork and corps to your new appointment?   The first is about Christian character. I think character, Christian character, is important. We’re followers of Jesus before we’re leaders. It’s important to keep it all in perspective.  Darrell with Territorial Commander Commissioner Miriam Gluyas. The second is about following, seeing where God is at work and partnering with him. I learned something early on at Rockingham: to follow God’s lead. I wanted to develop strategies and methodologies, but that doesn’t always mean the same thing as what God wants. Our role is to see what God is doing. To follow in that, I think that’s a humble way to lead. We look for what God is doing and get involved. I really believe that ... and try to live that way.   What opportunities and challenges do you see in this work? Not just in Western Australia but in the world today?   I think we need to see opportunities in the world, not just in The Salvation Army. There are needs in the community, and t he world is really complex. Society is quite often suspicious of the church and of institutions. I think we need to be aware of that, that the suspicion can be for good reasons too.   I do think the Australian public recognises that we are Christians in action. It may sound cliché, but when I think about where to start in this role, I think about following Jesus. If we follow Jesus and centre our lives on him, the strategies and methodologies will come. I love that inspiring quote from William Booth: “Making heaven on earth is our business.” That’s our job. Major Darrell Wilson brings his first sermon as WA Divisional Commander at his installation at Perth Fortress Corps.

Across Australia, many people are experiencing crises that most of us can’t even imagine – extreme poverty, mental illness, domestic violence, homelessness, addiction, and more. Your support of The Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal helps create a place for those who have been forgotten and feel left behind. It welcomes the lonely into a caring community and brings hope to people who thought things could never get better. This hope exists because of you. Be the hope someone needs today. Please support the Red Shield Appeal: https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/red-shield-appeal/get-involved/