Posted by: leannaserns2005 on: May 20, 2009
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Mission Statement:
“The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.”
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Fresno Salvation Army
Fact Sheet
Purpose: Emergency situations occur every day in every community, in every county, in every state, and in every nation. The Salvation Army has by inclination and tradition strived to provide service at the point of greatest need in time of disaster. Numerous services are available to alleviate suffering, meet physical needs and provide spiritual counseling and support.
History: The Salvation Army was founded by William Booth in 1865 in London. He was a Methodist pastor who preached gospel to the poor, the hungry, the homeless and the destitute. He saw that the people of London on the streets had a need and preached to them. The Salvation Army came to America in the 1870s and opened its Fresno branch in 1980 at the Fresno Citadel Worship Center.
Needs: Donations allow The Salvation Army to provide their services, and they are always looking for volunteers to help. Volunteers help keep costs low and allow The Salvation Army to provide for those in need.
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Contact:
Phone: (559) 233-0139 Web: www.salvationarmy.org
