With wings outstretched
Soaring from tree to ledge, to valley to river, a bird rises and lands, eats and drinks, explores as it pleases. With wings outstretched it embodies freedom, peace, happiness and hope. Once caged, it...
View ArticleRose-colored glasses: paying attention to our own perspective
Rose-colored glasses. I spent some time today with the man I love doing what we did when we first met—hanging out with homeless people. Or as my son Judah puts it (so much better), “visiting friends,...
View Article5 inspiring social justice documentaries on Netflix
Netflix has really been upping their content lately. If you need a break from that summer sun but don’t want to check out in front of the TV, check out these documentaries that have been added to their...
View ArticleWhy you should grow your own berries
I love my morning routine. Around 6:30, I roll out of bed, take a shower and dry my hair. Then I put on my favorite cotton robe, move into my kitchen and boil some water for my French press coffee....
View ArticleBrave for girls
Parents have dreams for their children. Dreams of success as adults. Dreams of how they will interact with teachers and peers. Dreams of them standing up for themselves in challenging circumstances. We...
View ArticleThe way of Christ
Reflections from Lebanon I flew into Lebanon shortly after polishing off a quick book on its incredible past. The Middle East is a part of the world I, like most westerners, have been ignorant of. Fear...
View ArticleDeciphering the divide
Race remains an issue in America. Black and white Americans are still deeply divided when it comes to views of racism, racial inequality and prospects for change, according to a 2016 Pew Research...
View ArticleChallenging Evil Podcast: Human Trafficking
Explore the radical DNA of The Salvation Army and its history of combatting trafficking. Follow along with chapter one of “Challenging Evil: Dispatches from the frontline of Radial Justice” and...
View ArticleGreen Light Project gets women out of Red Light District
“It reeks. It’s dark. It has a funky feel about it. It’s filthy. A lot of girls who work the morning shift, they don’t see daylight.” –Kali Long On a Thursday afternoon at The Salvation Army in Athens,...
View ArticleThe truth about human trafficking: 10 things you didn’t know
It’s safe to say most people have heard of human trafficking. Perhaps you’ve learned about it through social media, at church or even reading through this very magazine. And while it’s an exciting time...
View Article12: What is Peace and How Do We Build It with Monica Curca
What is peace—and how do we build it? How can we create a shared future where everybody belongs. In this episode, Monica Curca talks about peace and why it involves all of us…Why we’re all...
View Article10 ways you can fight human trafficking
When I first began to learn about human trafficking while I was in college—more than 10 years ago now—I was convicted of two things. First, I knew that this industry that exploits men, women and...
View ArticleHuman rights: The right to education
A Scripture study from Caring, part one of four. It’s the season of giving and good cheer, but for so many around the world, the need for basic human rights persists. This month, we’re exploring four...
View ArticleHuman rights: Joseph: human trafficking survivor
A Scripture study from Caring, part two of four. Part 2: Joseph: human trafficking survivor Read part one here. Behind the scenes: Read what Scripture says in Genesis 37. Beyond the surface: Imagine...
View ArticleHuman rights: Vineyard workers and dignity of work
A Scripture study from Caring, part three of four. Part 3: The vineyard workers and the dignity of work Read part two here. Behind the scenes: Read what Scripture says in Matthew 20:1-16. Beyond the...
View Article5 problems facing seniors this World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Older Adults are the world’s fastest growing population. By 2030, there will be twice as many Americans over the age of 65 as there were in 2000. But are there twice as many services to keep up with...
View ArticleFrom equality to equity: The Salvation Army’s dream this International Day of...
The Salvation Army International Social Justice Commission (ISJC) hosts its first International Day of the Girl event. Oct. 11 is the International Day of the Girl, themed BE BOLD: From Equality to...
View ArticleJustice: On Earth as it is in heaven
By Janet Munn, Colonel– Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven (Matthew 6:10). For several years I lived in an international community, sharing daily life together for eight weeks...
View ArticleInternational Social Justice Commission marks Day of the Girl 2017
By Jacob Hevenor – The Salvation Army International Social Justice Commission (ISJC) played an important role in proceedings at the United Nations (UN) in New York to mark the fifth annual...
View ArticleFirst Social Justice Conference meets in West
Event guided attendees in crafting strategic proposals for their division or command By Priscilla Santos – The Western Territory Social Justice Department hosted its first Social Justice Conference at...
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