Mysti and John Birks lead the Salvation Army Church in Petersburg. Photo/Angela Denning

Mysti and John Birks lead the Salvation Army Church in Petersburg. Photo/Angela Denning

The holiday season is a time of joy and coming together but for some families it can be a struggle to make it a time of cheer. The Salvation Army Church in Petersburg has been busy this holiday season raising money for the community’s needy families.

John and Mysti Birks are what are called Lieutenants of the church and they talked to Angela Denning about how the season has been going so far.

To sign up to volunteer for ringing the bell, go to the Salvation Army’s website.