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Children and Family Life in the Margins - Major Andrea Still

In this illuminating presentation at the Mission in the Margins Conference, Major Andrea Still challenges The Salvation Army’s approach to ministry among families facing poverty and social marginalisation. Inspired by William Booth’s In Darkest England and the Way Out, she revisits the historic image of Salvationists rescuing the “drowning” as a metaphor for social action, raising questions about its relevance today. Instead of viewing marginalised communities through a lens of rescue, Andrea argues for an approach that focuses on “mission in the margins”—an incarnational, relational ministry that journeys alongside people in their daily lives. This presentation explores contemporary perspectives on family ministry, drawing on key research and influential voices like Diane Garland and Sarah Holmes, and examining the benefits of intergenerational church spaces that support family flourishing. Rather than programmatic solutions, Andrea advocates for faith communities that foster supportive relationships, inclusivity, and spaces of belonging. Reflecting on practical models for The Salvation Army, she highlights the need to create communities where families are seen, valued, and empowered to thrive. For Salvationists, ministry practitioners, or anyone passionate about family support in vulnerable communities, this talk provides valuable insights into building relational, faith-centred, and transformative spaces for all generations.