Fight for Good

Commissioner Kenneth Hodder, national commander of The Salvation Army, talks with Michael Redd, former NBA all-star for the Milwaukee Bucks and USA Olympic Gold-Medalist. He is also the co-founder of 22 Ventures and the host of the Betting on Yourself podcast. Commissioner Hodder and Michael Redd talk about challenges sometimes experienced when publicly expressing faith, and how living true to one's faith allows God to bless us spiritually, intellectually, professionally, and more.

Commissioner Kenneth Hodder, national commander of The Salvation Army, talks with Dr. Ed Stetzer, dean and professor at Wheaton College, leader of the Billy Graham Center, and executive committee member of the National Association of Evangelicals. They discuss challenges and opportunities in leading a faith community through a global pandemic, and how a balance of gospel demonstration and proclamation is essential to spreading the gospel love and message to the world.

Commissioner Kenneth Hodder, national commander of The Salvation Army, talks with Nona Jones, author of "Killing Comparison," "From Social Media to Social Ministry," and "Success from the Inside Out." She also leads Open Door Ministries with her husband and is head of global faith-based partnerships at Facebook. Commissioner Hodder and Nona discuss overcoming adversity through faith and the ministry of others, ways to generate trust by showing others you care, and the impact on ministry when God knows He can trust us.

Commissioner Kenneth Hodder talks with Carlos and Alexa PenaVega about holiday traditions, family life, and living your faith in an industry that can make it challenging at times. Carlos and Alexa partnered with The Salvation Army this giving season for disaster relief and Angel Tree service.

Commissioner Kenneth Hodder, National Commander of The Salvation Army, speaks with Dr. Russell Moore, editor in chief of Christianity Today, about ways the Church can better serve people who may have been let down by faith institutions in the past, ways to incorporate eternal truths into modern life, the Church's role in societal and moral change, and ultimately how Jesus can help believers have a positive impact on their communities.

This holiday season, The Salvation Army's National Leaders, Commissioners Kenneth and Jolene Hodder, are hosting a special series that features high-profile guests as they discuss service, leadership, and family from a faith-based perspective. Check out the first episode with HGTV's Ben and Erin Napier. Learn more about The Salvation Army at https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/.

Emaniel Brifil found his way into The Salvation Army at a young age and has never looked back. In this interview with the Fight for Good team, Emaniel shares how he was introduced to the Army, found solace in the local corps, and discovered direction for his life. Today he spreads the love of God by leading the Florida Division's Young Adult Ministry. ... To read Emaniel's interview in The War Cry, visit: https://bit.ly/emanielbrifil

Trianna Levi was just 11 years old when she first attended her local Salvation Army corps. From that night on, she was received with love, care and kindness. This community she had engulfed herself in had made her realize that one purpose of the Church is to lift one another up. She now shares her experiences with the youth groups at her corps and hopes to inspire the younger generations to lead with kindness and grace. ... To read Trianna's story in the March issue of The War Cry, visit: https://bit.ly/triannalevi

This week, we share the 100th episode of the Fight for Good podcast! To celebrate, the team is joined by the National Ambassadors for Holiness, Dr. Bill and Rev. Diane Ury. In their discussion, Dr. Bill and Rev. Diane talk about their role and journey to becoming teachers of holiness. Plus, they explore the meaning of holiness and share their hopes for The Salvation Army when it comes to holiness. ... https://www.thewarcry.org

Jessi Afshin is an online content creator, shop owner and new podcaster. What started as a fun fashion blog quickly turned into a faith-based empire. “I felt really convicted about where I was leading girls' hearts, so I completely changed my business,” Afshin shares. Sharing her passion for fashion and her love of Jesus Christ on her website mydarlingdiary.com, she's able to curate and design encouraging messages and spread the gospel. To read her interview with The War Cry, visit: https://www.thewarcry.org/articles/social-media-detox-with-jessi-afshin/

This week, the Fight for Good team is joined by Kevin Larsson and William “Bill” Flinn! Kevin is the Divisional Music Director of The Salvation Army California South Division, and Bill is a Salvationist and former Tournament of Roses Executive Director. The Tournament of Roses has a history reaching back to the end of the 19th century, as well as a collaborative relationship with The Salvation Army that extends through most of the parade's lifespan. The parade typically brings 6,000 to 7,000 participants among the 118 groups, with 15,000 volunteers behind the scenes. Of the 118 groups, The Salvation Army was the only religious group represented with a marching band. In their discussion, Kevin and Bill explore the partnership between The Salvation Army and Rose Parade, this year's event, and more.

Tiffany Catron started her faith-inspired blog Lavender Vines during one of the hardest periods of her life. In her conversation with the Fight for Good team, Tiffany shares about finding God and how through writing and finding a community of women from around the world, she turned heartbreak into her life's purpose—being a resource for other's to enhance their relationship with the Lord. ... To read Tiffany's interview in the January 2022 issue of The War Cry, visit: https://www.thewarcry.org/articles/after-the-heartbreak-with-tiffany-catron/

Dale Bannon is the National Community Relations and Development Secretary for The Salvation Army National Headquarters. This week, he joins Major Jamie Satterlee for a conversation about The Salvation Army USA's Christmas efforts and “Hope Marches On.” To help make sure that hope marches on in your community, visit: https://bit.ly/hopemarchesongive. … Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WarCryUSA/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/warcryusa/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WarCryUSA Website: https://www.thewarcry.org

This week, join the Fight for Good team for a special conversation with Lt. Colonel Shirley White who along with her husband, Lt. Colonel Charles White, created what we know today as the Angel Tree program. To learn more, visit: https://www.thewarcry.org/articles/hope-marches-on-the-story-of-angel-tree/

This Thanksgiving, The Salvation Army and the Dallas Cowboys will celebrate the 25th National Red Kettle Kickoff. This partnership was spearheaded by Charlotte Jones, who serves as the Dallas Cowboys' Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer. Since that first Kettle Kickoff, Jones and the Cowboys organization have been strong supporters of The Salvation Army, helping to raise nearly $3 billion in donations. Jones also served as the Chairman of The Salvation Army's National Advisory Board from 2010-2014. In celebration of this occasion, the National Commander, Commissioner Kenneth Hodder, sat down with Charlotte Jones to talk about the early days of this yearly tradition and how the partnership has grown. ... To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/thesalvationarmyandthestar

Lieutenants Anil and Karen Kumar are the Corps Officers in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Lieutenant Anil is a 3rd generation Salvationist from India where his parents served as Salvation Army officers for over 30 years. Lieutenant Karen is a 7th generation officer. Between her great grandparents, grandparents, parents, aunts and uncles on both sides of the family, the family's service has extended to all four Salvation Army territories in the United States. In their conversation with the Fight for Good team, Lieutenants Kumar talk about diversity and celebrating the cultural differences in their corps. ... To read "A United Front" from the October 2021 issue of The War Cry, visit: https://bit.ly/aunitedfront

Houston native and 24-year-old grad student, Clarissa Martinez is the owner of the Christian blog TheLifeofClarissa.com where she shares all her passions including her story about her walk with God. In her conversation with the Fight for Good team, Clarissa shares how she has grown to be true to her identity as a child of God and to help others do the same. ... To read Clarissa's interview with The War Cry, visit: https://bit.ly/wcclarissamartinez

Jim Denison is Chief Vision Officer of the Denison Forum, a non-profit Christian media organization. He describes himself as a cultural apologist. In this conversation with the Fight for Good team, Denison discusses how Christians need to rise to the challenge of thinking biblically and redemptively about cultural issues. ... To read his interview in the August 2021 issue of The War Cry, visit: https://bit.ly/wcsaltandlight

Major Molly Shotzberger worked in emotional and spiritual care and critical incident stress management at Ground Zero and numerous disaster relief operations as an active Salvation Army officer. Her officer career included appointments in the Army's Eastern Territory ranging from Social Services Manager to Pastoral Care Counselor and Trainer in Crisis, Trauma, and Grief Counseling. Her many awards, certifications and education include earning a Master's in Leadership & Ministry from Greenville College in Illinois. In this special episode of the Fight for Good podcast, Major Shotzberger talks about the lessons learned from 9/11. ... Read Major Molly Shotzberger's article in the September issue of The War Cry: https://bit.ly/asacredmission

Bervelly Santime is here to break all the stereotypes that you may have about the younger generations. At just 19 years old, nursing student Santime has contributed most of her life to The Salvation Army. Between volunteering at food distributions, leading worship during youth Sundays and inspiring the young children at her corps, Santime has paved the way for the younger generations to step up at the church. In her interview with the Fight for Good team, Santime shares her family history, her life in the Army and her goals for the future.

Singer and songwriter Ellie Holcomb is a woman of faith and family. In her interview with the Fight for Good team, Ellie shares her story on growing up in the industry, finding her own footing in music and meeting the love of her life in college. Read Ellie's interview in the August issue of The War Cry: https://bit.ly/wcellieholcomb

After picking up his first cornet at the age of six, Fred Mbesi knew music was truly a gift from God. Over the years, Mbesi has been a member of a variety of bands and choirs, received his Bachelor of Music degree from Asbury University, where he studied under Dr. Jeff Barrington and Dr. Adam Sovkoplas. He is now the assistant divisional music director for The Salvation Army in the Eastern Pennsylvania and Delaware Division, where he previously served as a regional music director for three years. In his discussion with the Fight for Good team, Mbesi shares how one of the best ways to connect with people and share the message of God is through music. ... Read "In Harmony with Fred Mbesi" from the July 2021 issue of The War Cry: https://bit.ly/wcfredmbesi

The Fight for Good team is back! This week, Jeff McDonald (Editorial Director) and Dale Bannon (National Community Relations & Development Secretary) are joined by The Salvation Army USA's National Leaders, Commissioners Kenneth G. and Jolene K. Hodder. In the discussion, Commissioners Hodder explore how the Army is emerging from a challenging year with grace and steady service. To read their interview in the July issue of The War Cry, visit: https://bit.ly/forwardinthetimeofcovid

This week, join the Fight for Good team for a special episode celebrating the leadership of Lt. Colonel Tim Foley! After two years of serving as the Editor-in-Chief of The War Cry, Lt. Colonel Tim Foley is returning to his home territory of the West. He and Lt. Colonel Cindy Foley have been appointed to the Northwest Division, based in Seattle, WA. Lt. Colonel Tim Foley will be the Divisional Leader for Officer Development, and Lt. Colonel Cindy Foley will be the Divisional Commander and Divisional Director of Women's Ministries, both effective July 1, 2021. In a conversation with Jeff McDonald, Lt. Colonel Tim Foley shares about his experiences as Editor-in-Chief, his favorite memories as host of the Fight for Good podcast, what he learned about the communications process and much more.

Rachel Ramirez has grown up in The Salvation Army. Her passion for serving those in need is in her DNA. She is pursuing an undergraduate degree in legal studies. Her career aspiration is to do social work. Rachel also is passionate about reaching into every corner of the world with God's Word, which she helps accomplish through her Instagram account (@jesus.loves.hipsters). In sharing her story with the Fight for Good team, it is clear that salvation is her indicator of success. Read “A Path to Success and Salvation with Rachel Ramirez” from the June 2021 issue of The War Cry: http://bit.ly/wcrachelramirez

Daniel Kennedy is the researcher, creator, and director of “Healthy Long Life,” a seven-part documentary series that tackles the problem that people are living longer, but they are not healthier. It took four years to produce “Healthy Long Life” and filmed in 13 countries. This week, Daniel joins the Fight for Good team to talk about what led him to produce “Healthy Long Life” and the practical tips he learned for promoting good health. ... Read “Keys to Living Healthy Longer” from the June 2021 issue of The War Cry: https://bit.ly/wclivinghealthy Find more information and resources at www.HealthyLongLife.com, including a direct link to the docuseries and free recipe app, along with an offer for free Vitamin D3 and Zinc.

The Fight for Good team is back! This week, join us for a conversation about the June 2021 issue of The War Cry. It includes 10 steps to happiness, an interview with Dr. Elizabeth Stanley about trauma and recovery, keys to living healthy longer and more. Explore the June 2021 issue: 10 Steps to Happiness: http://bit.ly/wc10steps From Trauma to Recovery: http://bit.ly/wcdrstanley Keys to Living Healthy Longer: http://bit.ly/wclivinghealthy Digital Issue: http://bit.ly/warcryjune21

This week, the Fight for Good team is joined by Major Jason Swain, Assistant to the Editor-in-Chief! In the discussion, Major Swain draws on his extensive knowledge of Salvation Army history to highlight interesting facts and key moments throughout the decades. Learn more about Salvation Army history: http://bit.ly/salvationarmyhistorywc

Rooted in her love for the sun and beach, West Coast native Jennie Lusko had no intentions of living anywhere else. That was until she met her soon-to-be husband Levi during an internship in Albuquerque, NM. The two fell in love and through their journey wound up in Montana. For the first time in their adult lives, Jennie and Levi took a leap of faith and followed God’s path for them as they created their own place of worship in Fresh Life Church. Through trials and tribulations, Jennie and Levi have built a safe haven for people to worship, read the Bible and foster community. In a conversation with the Fight for Good team, Jennie talks about Fresh Life Church, the challenges facing ministry, handling negativity and more. https://www.thewarcry.org/articles/a-fresh-perspective-with-jennie-lusko/

Join the #FightforGood team for a conversation about the May 2021 issue of The War Cry! It explores the work of The Salvation Army, reaching the “New Marginalized,” an interview with Jennie Lusko and more. Explore the May 2021 issue: Exploring the work of The Salvation Army: http://bit.ly/warcryfrontlines Reaching the "New Marginalized:" http://bit.ly/reachingthenewmarginalized Interview with Jennie Lusko: http://bit.ly/warcryjennielusko Digital Issue: http://bit.ly/warcrymay21

Lt. Colonel Thomas Bowers is the National Secretary for The Salvation Army World Service Office (SAWSO). In a conversation with the Fight for Good team, he shares about his background, what SAWSO is, how it came to be, what’s next and more. ... Learn More about SAWSO: https://www.sawso.org​ Follow SAWSO on Facebook & Twitter: @saworldservice

Join the Fight for Good team for a discussion about the special April issue of The War Cry. It features messages from General Brian Peddle and Commissioner Kenneth G. Hodder, the history of the Sunrise Service and much more. Read the April issue: http://bit.ly/wcapril21 ... "Resurrection Life" by General Brian Peddle: http://bit.ly/resurrectionlife21 "He is Not Here!" by Commissioner Kenneth G. Hodder: http://bit.ly/heisnothere21 "The Sunrise Service" by Major Jason Swain: http://bit.ly/thesunriseservice21

Elizabeth Stanley, PhD is an Associate Professor of Security Studies at Georgetown University. She is a military veteran and the creator of Mindfulness-Based Mind Fitness Training (MMFT). This week, Dr. Stanley joins the Fight for Good team for a conversation about her book, “Widen the Window: Training Your Brain and Body to Thrive During Stress and Recover from Trauma.” She shares about the prevalence of PTSD and trauma, our understanding of them, the practical choices people can take to regain some semblance of balance, the essential traits in dealing with stress and trauma, and what she means by “Widen the Window.” ... Connect with Dr. Stanley: https://elizabeth-stanley.com "Widen the Window: Training Your Brain and Body to Thrive During Stress and Recover from Trauma:" http://bit.ly/widenthewindow

Lt. Colonel Cindy Foley is the National Treasurer and Secretary for Business Administration. This week, she continues her conversation about women in leadership with Lt. Colonel Tim Foley and Jeff McDonald. Listen to Part I: http://bit.ly/fightforgood74

Lt. Colonel Cindy Foley is the National Treasurer and Secretary for Business Administration. This week, she joins Lt. Colonel Tim Foley and Jeff McDonald for a conversation about women in leadership.

This week, join the Fight for Good team for a conversation about the March issue of The War Cry! It includes a policeman’s eyewitness account of the Army in New York City, a look at millennials and mental health, David Kang’s incredible journey and more. Read the March issue in our Digital Archive: http://bit.ly/wcmarch21

With the January issue of The War Cry, we welcomed Major Ruth Prieto New, a third generation Salvationist, as the author of our series for Spanish speaking audiences. Her parents were Salvation Army officers in Cuba until their retirement in 2002. Ruth felt God’s calling to follow in her parent’s footsteps at the tender age of 10 and has dedicated most of her adult life to fulfilling that calling. Before moving to the United States, Major New served in Jamaica, Cuba and Belize. Since arriving in the U.S., she has served in appointments in the southeast, including Florida, Georgia, Maryland and Texas. She and her husband Richard are the administrators of the Charlotte, NC Adult Rehabilitation Center and have two children, David and Lydia. Major New holds a BA in Ministry from Nazarene Bible College and an MA in Organizational Leadership from Regent University. Ruth loves books, films, theater and playing board games. ... In a conversation with the Fight for Good team, she talks about writing, ministry and more.

With the January issue of The War Cry, Captain Emmanuel Masango began contributing to the Spiritual Formation column by helping readers fully grasp the meaning of grace. Captain Masango was born and raised in Zimbabwe and attended the same corps for the first 24 years of his life. He is a fourth generation Salvationist who came to know the Lord at the 13. In 2002, Captain Masango came to the U.S. to work at Camp Gifford in Spokane, Washington. He met his wife Jennifer in Washington, and they now have three sons. The Masangos are currently corps officers of the Sacramento Citadel in Northern California. ... This week, he joins the Fight for Good team for a conversation about the Spiritual Formation column, ministry and more. ... Read the Spiritual Formation column: https://bit.ly/wcspiritualformation

Major Annalise Francis is the administrator and corps officer for the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Ashland, Ohio. She is also the writer for the Corps Values column in The War Cry. This week, she speaks with the Fight for Good team about writing, ministry, and more. To read February's Corps Values column, visit: https://www.thewarcry.org/articles/steadfast-love/

Join the Fight for Good team for a conversation about The War Cry’s February issue. It explores the idea of love through the ages, tells the story of a little Alaskan village with a big heart, and more. The team also talks about the philosophy of design, gathering of content, and changes in the “Como Tu y Yo” series. Read the February Issue in our Digital Archive: https://www.thewarcry.org/current-issue-magazine/

This January, Peer turned two! To celebrate, Captain Jamie Satterlee, Editor of Peer, joined the Fight for Good team for a conversation about how this innovative magazine for Gen Z is serving its audience by focusing on faith, community and culture. ... About Peer: Peer is a Salvation Army youth publication for 16 to 22 year olds. By addressing topics related to faith, community and culture, the mission of Peer is to ignite a faith conversation that will deepen biblical perspective, faith and holy living. ... Read Peer: https://peermag.org

Jena Holliday is an artist, entrepreneur, storyteller and mother. Though the rest of the world thought she was crazy, her creativity and tenacity lead her to turn her dreams into reality when she was eight-months pregnant to create Spoonful of Faith illustration and design studio. This week, Jena shares about how she balances her busy schedule and advice to other young artists. Read her Q&A with The War Cry: https://bit.ly/wcjenaholliday

Join the Fight for Good team for a conversation about The War Cry’s January 2021 celebratory issue. It includes a look at The War Cry through the ages, an interview with artist, Jena Holliday, the history of Herbert Henry Howard Booth, and more. Read it for free in our Digital Archive. ... January 2021 Digital Issue: http://bit.ly/warcryjanuary21 Sound the Ringing Cry: http://bit.ly/wc140years Creating Your Own Path with Jena Holliday: http://bit.ly/wcjenaholliday The Talented Mr. Booth: http://bit.ly/wcmrbooth

The Fight for Good podcast is back! This week, the team is joined by Major Jason Swain, Assistant to the Editor-in-Chief, for a conversation about The War Cry’s January 2021 celebratory issue and the magazine’s 140 year history.

This year, there are fewer Red Kettle locations than ever before, but families are still in need! Dale Bannon, National Community Relations and Development Director, joins the Fight for Good team to talk about how The Salvation Army is helping to #RescueChristmas for Americans counting on a bright holiday after a long year. Learn more at rescuechristmas.org.

Join the Fight for Good team for a discussion about the December issue of The War Cry. It features messages from General Brian Peddle and Commissioner Kenneth G. Hodder, the history of the Red Kettle, a look at Operation Santa in Alaska and much more. To help The Salvation Army #RescueChristmas, visit rescuechristmas.org! To listen to The Battle Line Podcast, visit https://bit.ly/thebattleline.

Word & Deed is a journal whose purpose is to encourage and disseminate the thinking of Salvationists and other Christian colleagues on matters broadly related to the theology and ministry of The Salvation Army. This week, Co-Editors, Dr. Roger J. Green and Dr. Jonathan S. Raymond, join the Fight for Good team for a conversation about the journal. Learn More: https://bit.ly/worddeed

Arlene Pellicane is a speaker and author of several books including "Parents Rising," "31 Days to a Happy Husband" and "Calm, Cool, and Connected: 5 Digital Habits for a More Balanced Life." This week, she joins the Fight for Good team for a conversation about her new books, "Screen Kids" and "Grandparenting Screen Kids," co-written with Dr. Gary Chapman. She talks about the benefits and downsides of technology, how to set boundaries even during a pandemic, how to connect with others in healthy, non-tech ways, and more. Learn more: https://bit.ly/arlenepellicanebooks

Jeanine Amapola is one of the most well-known millennial Christian influencers. This week, she joins the Fight for Good team to talk about what it’s like to live a real and unedited life behind the cameras while keeping God at the center of her days. Read her Q&A with The War Cry: http://bit.ly/warcryjeanineamapola

This week, the Fight for Good team connects virtually to discuss the November issue of The War Cry. It features a look at The Salvation Army USA's #RescueChristmas campaign, a conversation with Christian influencer, Jeanine Amapola, and more. Read the Digital Issue: https://bit.ly/wcnovember20

In a special episode of the Fight for Good podcast, Lt. Colonel Tim Foley and Jeff McDonald continue their conversation with international leaders of The Salvation Army, General Brian & Commissioner Rosalie Peddle. They talk about the view from International Headquarters on COVID-19, future goals and more. Listen to Part I: http://bit.ly/fightforgoodpodcast54