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
International Leaders Inspire Local Mission during 145th Anniversary Celebrations in Wellingborough, UK
30 November 2017
One of the oldest Salvation Army corps in the world celebrated the start of its 145th anniversary celebrations with the visit of General André Cox
30 November 2017
One of the oldest Salvation Army corps in the world celebrated the start of its 145th anniversary celebrations with the visit of General André Cox
Unity and Diversity Recognised at ICL 2017
15 November 2017
Unity and Diversity Recognised at ICL 2017
15 November 2017
Unity and Diversity Recognised at ICL 2017
ICL Delegates Mobilise Around Southern California Before Official Welcome in Los Angeles
07 November 2017
Delegates were received by 21 corps (churches) across the Southern California Division before a formal Welcome Meeting on Sunday 5 November
07 November 2017
Delegates were received by 21 corps (churches) across the Southern California Division before a formal Welcome Meeting on Sunday 5 November
International Conference of Leaders gathers in Los Angeles
06 November 2017
Delegates seeking that God will grant courage and wisdom leading The Salvation Army forward; working for a future that aligns with his desire and plans
06 November 2017
Delegates seeking that God will grant courage and wisdom leading The Salvation Army forward; working for a future that aligns with his desire and plans
The General Stresses Importance of being United in Mission during Visit to The Netherlands and Czech Republic
06 November 2017
'We are one Army with one mission: preach the gospel and meet human needs.' - The General
06 November 2017
'We are one Army with one mission: preach the gospel and meet human needs.' - The General