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 Scout Leader Honoured at Celebration Attended by Scouts from 15 Countries
16 August 2019
Anniversaries of Salvation Army scouting in France and Belgium were celebrated at a 10-day jamboree in France
16 August 2019
Anniversaries of Salvation Army scouting in France and Belgium were celebrated at a 10-day jamboree in France
The General and Commissioner Peddle Share in Old Orchard Beach Camp Meetings
08 August 2019
The General marched through the streets of Old Orchard Beach and participated in a fun-filled Pier Ministry Festival
08 August 2019
The General marched through the streets of Old Orchard Beach and participated in a fun-filled Pier Ministry Festival
The General and Chief of the Staff Mark Year in Office with Video Conversation
07 August 2019
The video highlights the two men’s close working relationship, with the Chief asking the General about his experiences of international leadership
07 August 2019
The video highlights the two men’s close working relationship, with the Chief asking the General about his experiences of international leadership
The General Admits Commissioner Harry Read to the Order of the Founder
09 July 2019
General Brian Peddle surprised 95-year-old D-Day veteran Commissioner Harry Read with The Salvation Army’s highest honour
09 July 2019
General Brian Peddle surprised 95-year-old D-Day veteran Commissioner Harry Read with The Salvation Army’s highest honour
The General and Commissioner Rosalie Peddle Lead 150th Anniversary Celebrations at Croydon Citadel, UK
03 July 2019
General Brian Peddle spoke of his feelings as he led the march through the streets of Croydon
03 July 2019
General Brian Peddle spoke of his feelings as he led the march through the streets of Croydon