Emerald History
The Salvation Army “opened fire” in Emerald in 1898, but just two years later it had closed, for reasons unknown. It re-opened in 1906 but closed again in 1918. Despite the patchy start, The Salvation Army persevered in Emerald and the surrounding areas and is today a vibrant expression of God’s love in the area.
A patchy start
The Salvation Army “opened fire” in Emerald in 1898, under the leadership of Captain Maggie Reid. But just two years later it had closed, for reasons now unknown. It re-opened in 1906 with Captain Harry Fla...
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Our home in Emerald
The Salvation Army is located on Andrews Road in Emerald. A new complex was opened on the site in 2001 by then-Chief Secretary Colonel Ivan Lang.
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Women forging the way
At a time when women-in-ministry positions were unheard of in most other churches, The Salvation Army in Emerald has hosted dozens of female Salvation Army officers.
The trend started in 1898 with Captain Maggie Reid, Em...
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Emerald Greats
The Salvation Army in Emerald and the surrounding areas has hosted its fair share of outstanding Salvationists.
Present-day heroes include Paul and Kaylene Morrice, Emerald Salvationists who were called by God to become...
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In times of need
It’s often said that The Salvation Army has a ministry of “presence” – of being there in times of need.
When flooding engulfed Emerald in 2011, The Salvation Army’s Emergency Serv...
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The Salvation Army in Emerald and surrounds today
Today, The Salvation Army in Emerald, Sapphire and Blackwater has amalgamated to become the Central Highlands Salvation Army. Sunday services are held in Emerald and Blackwater and a Family Store operates in Sapphire.
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