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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News from The General
Salvation Army centenary celebrations: a joyous tribute to faith and service
12 March 2024
The international leaders embarked on a historic journey to Kenya to commemorate a century of Salvation Army service in the country
12 March 2024
The international leaders embarked on a historic journey to Kenya to commemorate a century of Salvation Army service in the country
Kenya West Centenary Celebrations
06 March 2024
General Lyndon Buckingham and Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham led Kenya West Territory’s celebrations of the Centenary of East Africa Territory
06 March 2024
General Lyndon Buckingham and Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham led Kenya West Territory’s celebrations of the Centenary of East Africa Territory
A prayer for Ukraine
24 February 2024
General Lyndon Buckingham invites Salvationists to pray for the people of Ukraine
24 February 2024
General Lyndon Buckingham invites Salvationists to pray for the people of Ukraine
Welcome to the new United Kingdom and Ireland Territorial Leaders
14 February 2024
An affirming congregation gathered at Regent Hall Corps (church) in London to welcome Commissioners Jenine and Paul Main
14 February 2024
An affirming congregation gathered at Regent Hall Corps (church) in London to welcome Commissioners Jenine and Paul Main
The time in between: a New Year reflection by General Lyndon Buckingham
02 January 2024
'Whilst the world may be full of uncertainty, our mission in the world as The Salvation Army remains very certain'
02 January 2024
'Whilst the world may be full of uncertainty, our mission in the world as The Salvation Army remains very certain'