The Salvation Army is a global Protestant denomination within the Christian Church, boasting a membership of over 1.6 million individuals across 109 countries. This organization operates through a network of more than 800 local parishes, referred to as corps, in the United Kingdom alone. Each corps is supported by a dedicated team of over 1,500 ordained ministers, known as officers, who lead various spiritual and community initiatives. Additionally, the Salvation Army's membership in the UK includes approximately 54,000 individuals, categorized as senior soldiers, adherents, and junior soldiers, all of whom actively participate in the church's mission to provide social services and spiritual guidance. The Salvation Army is not just a church; it is a movement committed to serving those in need, embodying the Christian principles of compassion and charity.