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
'The Salvation Army Year Book 2018' Provides a World of Information and Inspiration
09 January 2018
Useful maps and information provide an up-to-date snapshot of our ministry, making the book a 'must-read' for anyone linked with The Salvation Army.
09 January 2018
Useful maps and information provide an up-to-date snapshot of our ministry, making the book a 'must-read' for anyone linked with The Salvation Army.
News Feature: The General's New Year Video Message Calls for Salvationists and Friends to Show 'Indiscriminate Love'
30 December 2017
General André Cox calls on viewers 'to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in his name without discrimination'
30 December 2017
General André Cox calls on viewers 'to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in his name without discrimination'
General André Cox shares truth in 2017 Christmas message
15 December 2017
Truth in a world grappling with ‘fake news’ and ‘alternative facts’ is the theme of this year’s Christmas message from the leader of The Salvation Army
15 December 2017
Truth in a world grappling with ‘fake news’ and ‘alternative facts’ is the theme of this year’s Christmas message from the leader of The Salvation Army
International Positional Statement on Racism
08 December 2017
General André Cox has approved the publication of an International Positional Statement (IPS) on racism.
08 December 2017
General André Cox has approved the publication of an International Positional Statement (IPS) on racism.
International Leader of The Salvation Army thanks ‘Army of Volunteers’
04 December 2017
Gen Cox offers thanks to the many whose selfless contributions enable The Salvation Army to ‘mobilise in the fight against injustice around the world’
04 December 2017
Gen Cox offers thanks to the many whose selfless contributions enable The Salvation Army to ‘mobilise in the fight against injustice around the world’