Our Stories

We are regularly blessed by the significant changes in peoples' lives as we help them begin, belong and become. Click on a link below to read about how God is changing lives through the ministry of the Central York Salvation Army and Northridge Community Church.

Phylicia's Story

As her co-op for teacher's college, Phylicia choose to follow God's call to help those in need in Calcutta India. Taking her experience working with children, her education and most of all a deep love and compassion for the most vulnerable of India, Phylicia sought to lend a hand to the destitute children of the Dalit. Instead, she found herself enriched in the process. Click here to read more.

 

Sarah's Story

My testimony is about getting to know God rather than coming to believe in God. I feel like I am living for a purpose. Though life is far from perfect and situations are not always happy, I am able to find joy in my circumstances in the knowledge that God loves me and is looking out for me. Click here for more about Sarah.

Russ' Story

Hi, my name is Russell Davis and recently I had the privilege to spend five months working at The Salvation Army Northridge Community Church. It really changed the way I see the Salvation Army and its church. Click here to read more.

 

 

Shelley's Story

“The past four years have been a struggle, in particular as it relates to my finances,” Shelley continues. “I had creditors calling daily and finally had to claim bankruptcy. I worked, but had no idea how to manage my money as a single mom."

“That’s why I attend The Salvation Army financial management class. It is part of a recovery program the church offers that includes anger management, grief sharing and health and wellness. Click here to see video.