Chinese Believers

Authorities in China have arrested six Christians in Guizhou Province after accusing them of “organizing minors to disrupt public order” for activities including Sunday school, sharing the Gospel with children, and allowing families to worship together. 

According to reports, the case is drawing attention because the charge has traditionally been used for crimes involving violence or public disorder, not peaceful religious gatherings involving families and children. 

Religious freedom watchdogs warn the arrests reflect a growing crackdown on Christianity in China, where authorities are increasingly using legal tools to target churches, pastors, and religious education involving minors. 

The report also states that Chinese Catholic leaders were recently instructed to place Communist Party ideology and “socialist core values” above traditional church teaching as part of the government’s ongoing “Sinicization” campaign. 

SG News - Michael Oyedokun PTG

In another brutal attack targeting Christians in Nigeria, jihadists beheaded Mr. Michael Oyedokun, a devoted Christian teacher at Community High School. The heinous act marks yet another episode in the ongoing wave of religiously motivated violence plaguing Nigerian communities. Oyedokun, known for his dedication to his students and faith, was killed in cold blood. His death has drawn fresh calls for government action to protect Christian minorities facing relentless jihadist persecution across the country.

Larry C. - TSA Yuba Sutter Theft

Friends, we are saddened to share that sometime during the night of 05/17/26, thieves cut through our property fence and stole the catalytic converters from both The Salvation Army Yuba Sutter box truck and our 25-passenger bus.

These are not just vehicles to us — they are tools for ministry.

Our box truck is essential for transporting large quantities of food for our food pantry and Fresh Fridays outreach, helping us serve families throughout the Yuba-Sutter community. Our bus helps transport youth to music programs, Teen Night, summer camp, and other activities that provide encouragement, mentorship, and hope.

The operational loss of these two vehicles significantly impacts our ability to serve our community.

While this situation is deeply discouraging, our commitment to ministry remains unchanged. We are currently working through insurance and assessing next steps.

We would greatly appreciate your prayers for our ministry, staff, and the families and youth impacted by this loss. If anyone witnessed suspicious activity or has information related to this incident, please contact the Marysville Police Department.

Thank you for continuing to stand with The Salvation Army Yuba Sutter as we serve others with compassion, dignity, and hope.

Cadets Summer Assignments

On behalf of the Territorial Commander, we are very pleased to inform you of the following Summer 

Assignments effective from Wednesday, June 17, 2026, to Sunday, August 2, 2026.

ALASKA DIVISION

Cadet Regina Jaster Hoonah Corps

CASCADE DIVISION

Cadets Carlos and Olga Hernandez Gresham Corps

DEL ORO DIVISION

Cadet Joshua Fowler Lodi Corps

HAWAIIAN & PACIFIC ISLANDS DIVISION

Cadets Jonathan and Rachel Utrera Guam Corps

Cadet Sharira Thomas Hawaii Ray & Joan Kroc Corps

NORTHWEST DIVISION

Cadets Bradley and Paloma Kolb Spokane Citadel Corps

SOUTHWEST DIVISION

Cadets Fermin and Lisa Lopez Phoenix Ray & Joan Kroc Corps

Cadet Dalida Lodimus Phoenix Citadel Corps

May God strengthen and bless the ministry of these cadets as they go to their summer assignments.

Wes Sundin PTG - Pray for Ruth and Family

Major Wes Sundin breathed his last breath on earth this Friday morning, May 15, 2026, and opened his eyes in heaven.  He spoke to his daughter her whole life about how excited he was to see Jesus – and now he is doing it!

More information will available in due time but we wanted our Army family to know and be in prayer now for Major Ruth and their family. Cards can be sent to the Sundin family c/o Shana Sundin Hutchins at 5519 S Lisbon St, Centennial, CO 80015.

“For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.”  Philippians 1:21

India Pastors PTG

Please pray for their families.

May 14, 2026—an attack leaves 3 pastors dead and several others seriously injured. Rev. Vumthang Sitlhou had been striving for peace between the tribal groups in the state. His late father was instrumental in bringing the gospel to the tribal group and laboured to translate hymns and the Bible into the local dialect.

Manipur, North-east India, has faced persecution for a number of years. In 2023, around 200-400 churches were burnt, 7000 homes completely destroyed, leavings tens of thousands displaced. Please pray for the Christians in Manipur🙏.

Heather M. - Dad PTG and Moving

Grief seems to hit differently in the morning.

It’s in that moment when you wake up and reality settles in again, that someone you love is no longer here, and you won’t see them again this side of heaven.

On Friday, my dad, Ron, passed away. He lived in Southern California, and although our relationship wasn’t especially close, losing a parent is still deeply hard. There’s something about that loss that settles into your heart in a way that’s hard to explain.

At the same time, we are under Farewell Orders and preparing to move at the end of June. As officers, this is a familiar kind of grief, leaving behind close friends, a congregation we love, a home, a community we’ve poured our hearts into, and for our kids, their schools and friendships. It’s never easy. It’s never light.

And right now… it just feels like a lot.

God must know that I am stronger than I feel in this moment, because His Word promises He won’t give us more than we can bear. I know His truth is deep in my heart. I know He is with me. I know He is near to the brokenhearted.

But even knowing all of that… this is still really hard.

If you think of our family, we would appreciate your prayers in this season. 💛