Spirituality and practicality

The Ss on the collars of Salvation Army uniforms stand for 'Saved to serve (or save)' that is, spirituality and practicality. I am encouraged that many Army (church) congregations are more than ever involved in community service - being there when they are needed. But our community service must always be seen as an expression of the gospel and not a substitute for it. Helping people to find God is still the highest form of community service as far as we are concerned. The DNA of The Salvation Army makes that abundantly clear and we must be true to ourselves oin this respect.