Being a Salvationist
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Did you know that more than 1.5 million people, around the world, worship every week at The Salvation Army?
We are a Christian church and the spiritual home for many people who don’t attend worship on a Sunday.
Our worship meetings are open to anyone – there’s no need to wear a uniform to participate. Music is an important aspect of our worship – sometimes a brass band, often contemporary Christian music, always congregational singing and usually a group of singers who all help people worship and reflect.
You should expect to receive a warm welcome at The Salvation Army.
Salvation Army corps (churches) are usually led by officers (ministers). All officers are first and foremost soldiers. The Salvation Army believes God has a plan for everyone’s life. Some soldiers are called by God to be officers in The Salvation Army.
Salvation Army officers are well trained – usually one year distance learning, two years residential learning, and then distance learning in the first five years of ministry. Many Salvation Army officers complete bachelor degrees; others go onto obtain advanced degrees and professional qualifications.
You do not have to be a member of The Salvation Army to attend worship meetings, or to receive practical help and support, but many people want to belong – and we want people to feel they belong to The Salvation Army. Most importantly, we want everyone to deepen their relationship with God, Father, Son and Spirit.
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About us
For over 150 years, The Salvation Army has been transforming lives at the heart of communities.
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Our leadership
Meet the Territorial Leaders of The Salvation Army in the UK and Ireland.
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Our faith
The Salvation Army is a Christian Church and charity. Learn more about our faith.
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Prayer
Join our Prayer Network and help us spread the word and love of God.