Over the Easter weekend, The Salvation Army in Kentville was hopping with activities that were enjoyed by more than 100 kids across the community. "We were excited to host our third annual Easter Egg Hunt with eager youth volunteers playing a vital role in its success," say Captain Josh Downer. "Each year, we learn more about  […]

Children were abuzz with excitement over the Easter weekend as they participated in the 2nd annual Easter Egg Hunt at Kentville Community Church.  Over 250 people attended the event which also included crafts, games, food and a colouring contest.  Corps Officers Ltns. Joshua and Joyce Downer started the event last year to help those who  […]

This is a guest post by Lieutenant Joyce Downer–passionately serving the community of Kentville alongside her husband Lieutenant Josh Downer. They are also the proud parents of two young children. More than 150 people showed up on April 4, for the Easter egg hunt at the Kentville Community Church (KCC). Families came out to enjoy  […]

The children have something to sing about in Kentville, N.S. The Salvation Army’s Kentville Community Church has a thriving children’s singing program, comprised of children from the Corps as well as the community. Around 20 children participate in the singing company called Kids ROCK (Kids Reaching Out for Christ’s Kingdom). They sing at the Corps  […]

Caption: Officials cut the ribbon at Kentville Community Church on Saturday, Feb. 23. Pictured from left to right are: Major Doreen Grandy, Kentville Mayor David Corkum, Major Jean Hefford, Commissioner Rosalie Peddle, Commissioner Brian Peddle, Major Doug Hefford, Major Ross Grandy. After a long renovation process, the Kentville Community Church took time to celebrate its  […]