Griffith History
The Salvation Army in Griffith began in the 1920s with a number of meetings in the room of a home of a local Salvationist. Its first officers were Captain E Stephens and Lieutenant Wheeler. Since then it’s grown to become a hub of services to those in need in the Riverina city.
Small beginnings
The Griffith Salvation Army history book states that the work of the Army started sometime in the 1920s by Captain E Stephens and Lieutenant Wheeler, who began meetings for adults and another for children in the room of...
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The Men's Shelter - a lasting legacy
A detailed, well-kept Salvation Army local history book chronicles the changes that occurred over the years in Griffith and the many different events and ministries that were undertaken. A variety of towns in the Griffit...
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Griffith Greats: Bill Bunting
Griffith Corp Salvationist Carolyn Flack gives a tribute to former corps officer Bill Bunting.
In January 1978, Envoy Bill Bunting was posted by The Salvation Army to serve in Griffith, as Commanding Officer, wi...
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In times of need
Cavalry to the Rescue
By Lindsay Cox
Horse-drawn cavalry forts with their Salvation riders enabled The Salvation Army to reach people in the Australian bush with the gospel.
Captain Sin...
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Emergency Services
In the floods of 2012, which caused lasting damage and disruption, The Salvation Army ran a feeding centre for 27 consecutive days, providing breakfast, lunch and dinner to flood victims and workers. Majors Karen and Max...
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