PMQs should be an interesting experience today… let’s see if the rumours of rebellion are felt in the chamber. When it comes to leadership contests, I echo the words of Brenda from Bristol when she heard about another general election; “Not another one!” #PMQs

It’s always good to see the pre-advent decorations and cups arriving! 🫠 #GraceAndEmbrace

Finally getting around to finishing this book…with a brew of course!

Westminster, London is looking rather stunning in its autumn colours 🍂🍁

I know I am biased, but York really is the best city in the world. It has been a cold, damp, but beautiful evening walk through the city.

“Despair”—the word used by Wes Streeting to describe the feeling of the UK. Labour promised hope, change, and reform. Instead, we have incompetence, broken systems, and a lack of action. People are laughing at the state of the UK Government. Time for talk is over, we need action.

Front Line Our frontline, our whole lives, God’s grace and embrace. What are we germinating? What are we growing? Where’s our frontline? Being scattered, being the living Word. @salvodanholland.bsky.social #FrontLine @salvationarmyuk.bsky.social (Thanks to Mark & Lindy Rose)

I testify to the goodness and faithfulness of God. It doesn’t mean life easy but it means we are held by the One who has the victory. “All my life you have been faithful, All my life you have been so, so good. With every breath that I am able, I will sing of the goodness of God.”

“There is a terrible hunger for love,” Mother Teresa once said. “We all experience that in our lives ….” She added, “Give yourself fully to God. He will use you to accomplish great things on the condition that you believe much more in His love than in your own weakness.” Yes!☝🏼

Praying for peace, especially for the Jewish community of Manchester. ‎גמר טוב

Trauma Informed Oregon have a range of excellent online courses available on their website, and many of them are free. Please check them out if you’re interested in trauma-informed practice 👇🏼 traumainformedoregon.org/resources/tr... #TraumaInformed #TraumaInformedPractice #TIP

Political Party Conferences and Salvation Army Officer Councils salvodanholland.blogspot.com/2025/09/poli... While officers have a lot in common with the political party conferences, I hope our difference can be felt because of the one we have ultimate faith in.

Watching the sunset over London this evening. #London #Sunset

The Church is not called to label people “far right” or “liberal left.” We are called to preach the gospel, be salt & light, and stand in the gap; promoting peace, calling out hate. No slave or free, Jew or Gentile, right or left—we are one in Christ Jesus. #LoveGodLoveOthers

“Amidst the backdrop of increasing uncertainty, violence, hatred and people becoming increasingly vocal and unkind, Christ calls us to be in the world and be different: counter-cultural, radical… mercy and grace shift the world.” — General Lyndon Buckingham

A very different Sunday vibe on Oxford Street today.

I’m watching Last Night of the Proms: Finale. Spectacular and bonkers. Dramatic and relaxing. Flag waving and horn honking. Eclectic and eccentric. Traditional and modern. Musical and poetic. Alongside Eurovision (sorry!), one of my best nights of the year! #lastnightoftheproms

Founding Vision for a Future Army – Chapter 1: Identity Crisis salvodanholland.blogspot.com/2025/09/foun... I believe we are clear about who we are. Now, the question is whether our systems will allow us to live that out in the most Spirit-filled, mission-driven ways possible.

Being Well salvodanholland.blogspot.com/2025/09/bein... It seems that the word ‘wellbeing’ is everywhere… the term is used widely across workplaces, communities, and churches. But what does it actually mean? What is wellbeing? Perhaps an even deeper question is: What does being well look like?

I describe myself as socially conservative with an interest in liberation theology. I sit somewhere in the centre ground of politics, with a range of views on different topics. Today, the importance of peace, debate, listening, and loving the ‘other’ is more important than ever.

“…Let go Let God Come on, child, grow Get off the ground He is not found so low No! Wellbeing is not tight and mean It’s vast expanse embraces all Arms wide upon a cross Tomb empty So from the seesaw fall…” (Ruth Rice) #GraceAndEmbrace

Beauty for Ashes: Lessons from the North Yorkshire Moors salvodanholland.blogspot.com/2025/09/beau... Whatever season we’re currently in, and especially for those returning to school or college this week, we can be reminded that if we remain rooted in God we can grow into something even better.

“May I know grace to embrace my own finite smallness in the arms of God’s infinite greatness.” (Lectio 365) #GraceAndEmbrace

Coffee in the park this morning. The warmth of summer remains, but the changing colours of the leaves remind us that autumn approaches. Most things last for a season, and change is a fact of life. "#GraceAndEmbrace

From Social Service to Missional Community salvodanholland.blogspot.com/2025/08/from... This is not about integrating mission as a side project into services. The compass is pointing clearly. The question is, are we ready to follow it? If yes, let’s go and do something! #mission

A walk around the Museum Gardens before heading south. It’s been good to be home and great to be in worship at York Salvation Army, reflecting on the God who heals.

The beautiful city of York. It’s always good to be home!

Is Jesus Still in Our Homelessness Services? The Salvation Army’s homelessness services are not simply about housing solutions—they are about hope solutions. And that hope is found in Jesus.  But are we brave and bold enough? salvodanholland.blogspot.com/2025/08/is-j...

The beautiful Whitby! #Yorkshire

A visit to the Great Grandparents in York. Coffee and hedgehogs…

#GraceAndEmbrace “May God’s image in me be restored, and my imagination in God be re-storied. May the gravity of material things be lightened, and the relativity of time slow down. May I know grace to embrace my own finite smallness in the arms of God’s infinite greatness.” (Pete Greig)

It’s one thing to affirm that God is love. It’s another to receive that love when you feel utterly unworthy of it. That’s knowing it in your knower. That’s when theology becomes testimony. That’s when knowledge becomes knowing. salvodanholland.blogspot.com/2025/08/know...

Happy Yorkshire Day! I miss home, I miss the people, I miss the county, but today I celebrate all things Yorkshire. We'll be reyt!

Departed from the Elizabeth Line at Bond Street station to be greeted by the station announcer declaring “this station is Paddington”. A momentary panic, soon settled once realising the station announcer hasn’t had his morning coffee. I am indeed at Bond Street.

There’s something special about London at night.

Leadership is not about rank, title, or position; they come and go, and are easily lost, so hold them lightly. Leadership is about showing up when your people need you, being present, and having people’s backs. Be the latter!

A morning at @salvationarmyuk.bsky.social Territorial Headquarters, sharing the work of homelessness services and how we can better support those impacted by homelessness who present in our spaces. Good people. Passionate responses. Loving others.

The first time I have ever seen Green Woodpeckers! I was that surprised I didn’t get a decent picture in time. The second picture shows what they actually look like…

Reflecting on the Labour MPs who lost the whip yesterday, I say: 1. There’s a need for MPs to stand up for their values & beliefs 2. There’s a strength in MPs who stand up for their constituents & marginalised groups 3. Keep speaking truth to power, even when there’s a personal cost.

My testimony! (I hope…)

South of the river. The sun still shines. The coffee is still good. #GraceAndEmbrace

What an incredible weekend! Passionate people across @salvationarmyuk.bsky.social UK & Ireland, from all generations, committed to loving God and loving others. If you want to know more about The Salvation Army and who Jesus is, check out this website www.salvationist.org.uk/faith/explor...

There’s something special about walking the streets of London before the rest of the city awakes.

Great opening from General Lyndon… Get engaged…you’re invited…participate in the mission. The real beauty of our faith is getting involved…participation! We are each invited. Have I made myself available to the King with my loves and fishes? @salvationarmyuk.bsky.social

It has been a relatively short but warm evening supporting LFB in 32°C heat. Always a privilege! @salvationarmyuk.bsky.social

It’s a tad warm in Westminster today!

I will always be supportive of getting people off the streets and into accommodation. However, homelessness is much more complex than simply providing accommodation. Relationship and holistic support are essential for this to be successful! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

A journey on the lovely jubley line this morning. #GraceAndEmbrace

I travelled to work in central London as usual today. London continues to be a beautiful, vibrant, diverse city. As an adopted Londoner, I think of all those impacted by the events of 7/7, and those heroes who responded, including @salvationarmyuk.bsky.social colleagues. youtu.be/AWPSb_wKZ6U?...