What We Believe
Doctrines
The teachings of The Salvation Army are solidly ground in
Scripture and follow closely the orthodox beliefs of the major
Protestant Churches.
The Army's eleven Articles of Faith have, since 1878, been the
basis of the Army's witness to the Christian gospel. They stress
the importance of recognising our need of God, acknowledging our
sinfulness, the life changing consequences of entering into a
relationship with Jesus Christ, as well the importance of
maintaining our faith on a daily basis.
With a solid Scriptural base, they emphasise that our faith is
indeed a belief in God that has been acted upon in a personal way.
Click here to view Articles of Faith
How to become a Christian
Christianity can seem so complicated, yet the basic message is
simple.
If you would like to evaluate where you stand with God, click here
to look at a summary of the basics of how to become a Christian.
The Role of Women
When the Salvos were born in the 1860's, it was unusual for women
to speak in public.
Mrs Booth, the wife of the founder of The Salvation Army,
decided during one of her husband's many services that she would like
to have a word. That night she preached, and she continued to do
so whenever she had the chance.
From that time, The Salvation Army have adopted a firm stance on
the role of women, which can be briefly summarised as follows:
- Women have the right to an equal share with men in the work of
proclaiming the gospel of salvation.
- A woman may hold any position of authority or power in the
Army.
- A woman is not to be left back from any position of power or
influence merely on account of her gender.
- Women must be treated as equal with men in all intellectual and
social relationships in life.
How to become a Christian
Christianity can seem so complicated, yet the basic message is simple.
The Role of Women
When the Salvos were born in the 1860's, it was unusual for women to speak in public.