Originally from New Zealand, the General is a passionate representative of The Salvation Army. In ministry partnership with his wife Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham, they lead the global Salvation Army, having served as officers since they were commissioned in 1990 as members of the Ambassadors for Christ Session.
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General Lyndon Buckingham
General Lyndon Buckingham is the world leader of The Salvation Army.
He is the 22nd General of The Salvation Army, responsible for its ministry in 134 countries worldwide.
He took office on 3 August 2023.
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United Kingdom and Ireland
From generation to generation
International leaders call for global spiritual renewal and intergenerational vision at Together 2025
Norway, Iceland and The Faeroes
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Inspiring congress in Oslo unites Salvationists around Compass vision
Salvationists and friends of all ages gathered in Oslo, Norway for a powerful weekend of worship, dedication and inspiration.
Denmark and Greenland
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Guided by God’s compass
A festival of faith, family and forward movement in Denmark
Lent and Easter
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United Kingdom and Ireland
A celebration of faith, hope and love at Easter
The Salvation Army’s international leaders visited Staines Corps, United Kingdom and Ireland Territory, for a Spirit-filled Easter weekend
Pakistan
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A Spirit-filled week of worship, witness and welcome in Pakistan
The Salvation Army’s international leaders General Lyndon Buckingham and Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham have travelled the length of Pakistan
India Western
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Spiritual renewal and cultural celebrations mark the international leaders’ visit to India Western Territory
A whistle-stop tour included the gathering of Indian leaders, visits to institutions and transformative spiritual encounters
Sri Lanka
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The General and Commissioner Buckingham spark spiritual renewal and inspire thousands in Sri Lanka
The international leaders of The Salvation Army brought renewed hope and inspiration during their visit to the Sri Lanka Territory
Germany, Lithuania and Poland
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The General makes historic visit to Poland
The first visit by a Salvation Army General to Poland brought much encouragement to Salvationists and friends of the Army
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