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.

Description:
The Salvation Army is a non-profit, tax-exempt, incorporated religious and charitable organization dedicated to meeting the physical, emotional, material, social and spiritual needs of humanity. Its many social service programs are designed to meet contemporary needs thereby keeping its functions relevant.
The purpose of the Salvation Army is to improve the quality of life of individuals and families thereby enabling persons to live dignified, self-fulfilling lives.
The primary goal is to demonstrate God's love for mankind through Christian acts of charitable concern and service. It is to this end that all Salvation Army activities are directed.

History:
The Salvation Army began as a ministry to the un-churched. In 1865 William Booth, having left the Methodist ministry to become an independent evangelist, began to preach in the slums of London's East End. It was not his plan to establish a church, but when he attempted to send converts to the churches, they did not feel at home because of their poor appearance. In order to provide places of worship for these converts, Booth established Christian Mission Centers. In 1878, under the name "The Salvation Army," these centers assumed a military character and Booth took the title of General. Ministers became "Officers," members were called "Soldiers," and the mission centers were called "Corps." The Salvation Army began in the United States in 1886.
The Salvation Army presently operates in 111 countries. It preaches the gospel in 175 languages and maintains approximately 20,000 religious and charitable centers which ministers in many different ways. It is the policy of The Salvation Army to suit its programs to the varying needs of people throughout the world.
Worldwide, The Salvation Army is headed by the General in London, England. From International Headquarters, the Army is divided into Territories, Divisions and local centers such as corps and institutions.
The Minot Corps opened in 1896. The Minot Salvation Army encompasses a range of programs to help individuals and families. These services include food pantry, clothing vouchers, rental and utility assistance, as well as our seasonal programs.

Contact people:

Ruby Rau, Administrative Assistant/Case Manager, (701) 838-8925, (email) Major Don Kincaid, Corps Officer, (701) 838-8925, (email)

Office fax number: (701) 838-2511

Address:

315 Western Avenue Minot, ND 58701 (See a map)

Web Site: None specified

Directions:

Across the street from First Baptist Church and Minot Municipal Auditorium. Off of 4th St SW.