The Salvation Army

I went to visit the local Salvation Army Church in Kirkland Lake, lately and had a guided tour of their premises. They have moved there recently over the last five or so years, from a crowed church property on a back street in town as well as having their Thrift Shop in a rented store near the downtown section of town. The new location is a definite improvement from the last one as they now have property at the front and one end for parking and they don't have to worry about blocking neighbours driveways on either street at the corner where they used to be. The building is much larger and considerably more modern with a more comfortable environment as well. The building houses their church sanctuary, the Thrift Store, the food bank, as well as the Captains' office. The setting is very pleasant as you walk through the front doors into the entrance area at the front. The Army has also installed a ramp at the front adjoining the entrance so it is wheel chair accesible and that is a good thing. As you can see from the pictures that the building is very modern looking and very inviting for a person to enter into. The location is just a short town block north of the main street on the East end of Kirkland Lake. The inside of the building is very well laid out and efficient in its use of space. The sanctuary is on the left of the main entrance door so it is quite accessible for people going to worship services and any other activities going on. The Thrift Store is on the right end of the building and also very close to the front entrance. There are at least two people on duty when it is open for business on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The Army carries a good supply of clothing as well as other household goods such as kitchen appliances at prices that are well affordable to anyone of any income level. Their sale goods are in good condition so the buyer doesn't need to worry about getting it fixed shortly after purchasing it. There is also a food bank run in this building to help the needy people in our community, with the economy the way it is today, there are many souls with hardly enough to fill their stomachs three times a day so that is part of the mandate of the Salvation Army to help look after the needs of the underprivileged.






I have included a brochure from the Corps explaining their purpose and goals.

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THE SALVATION ARMY Kirkland Lake Corps

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army as an international movement is an evangelical branch of the Christian church.
Its message is based on the Bible.
Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ, supply basic human needs, provide personal couseling, and undertake the spiritual and moral regeneration and physical rehabilitation of all persons in need who come within our sphere of influence regardless of race, colour, creed, sex, or age.

How to reach us:

Mail: P.O. Box 424
Kirkland Lake,On. P2N3J1

Phone:
Church/Office (705) 567-5877
Food Bank 567-5877
Thrift Store 567-3534

Fax: (705) 567-3534

Location:
6 Sylvanite Ave.
Kirkland Lake,On. P2N2C7

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The Salvation Army
Kirkland Lake Corps
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Church
The Salvation Army welcomes you
to join with us for Christian worship. Services are Sunday at 10:30 AM
6 Sylvanite Ave
(705)567-5877
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Emergency Food Bank and
Community & Family Services

Monday, Wednesday, & Friday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
6 Sylvanite Ave
(705) 567-5877


Closed first week of each month.

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Thrift Store
Tuesday & Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
6 Sylvanite Ave
(705) 567-3534

Donations accepted during store hours
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Want to Help?

Become a Volunteer
Contribute Financially
Donate Resources (food, clothing, etc)

Contact us (705) 567-5877
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"Giving Hope Today"