Salem Alliance Church

Sunday Community Groups

                                                                             *rooms located in Broadway Commons

YOUNG FAMILIES
Verve
We are mostly married couples in our 20s and 30s. We desire to provide a place for deepening 
relationships, sharing spiritual journeys, and encouraging each other in applying God's Word to our lives. Because we currently have some non-hearing group members, ASL interpretation is available.
     11:00 am, Russia Room (307), Broadway Commons
     Contact Paul & Joyce Ries, 503.851.7437 or 503.851.7436 or (paul.ries@comcast.net)

Synergy
A group in our late 20s and 30s seeking to align our lives with Christ as we mature spiritually and connect with each other. We focus on sharing and praying together, learning from one another, and growing as individuals, families, and a community in the Body of Christ. Young families, with and without children, are enthusiastically welcomed into this community.     
     11:00 am, Keizer Room (205), Broadway Commons
     Contact Mike & Diane McLaran, 503.588.0324 or (mike@mikemclaranenterprises.com)

CORE 
Our focus is on the CORE elements:
Community - providing a place for identity, authenticity, and transparency
Outreach - to couples, families, and support of the cultural mandate via local and global ventures
Relationship - providing individual, group, marital, and family intimacy and accountability
Education - submitting all we say and do to the teaching and authority of God's Word.   
     11:00 am, Peru Room (306), Broadway Commons
     Contact Sam & Alyson Baker, 503.540.8672

The Journey 
We have a heart for helping you move from feeling like a face in the crowd to belonging to a 
transparent and supportive community of believers. Our focus is on providing a place for married or single parents who long to connect in a group, who may not have family in the area, or who need brothers and sisters to walk with in the journey toward transformation in Christ.   
     11:00 am, Africa Room (303), Broadway Commons
     Contact Dave Allen, 805.637.7243                                         

Branches 
Family and fun are at the heart of our group. We long to grow our faith in a community that is authentic and honest with each other. We welcome people in all stages of life to join us -- with or without children -- married, single, divorced, “old,” or “young.” 
     9:30 am, Mexico Room (304), Broadway Commons
     Contact Steve & Linda Burleson, 503.304.1567                                                see our blog

Woven
We are a group of recently married couples desiring to do life together as we share hopes, dreams, and fears in a safe environment. We value transparency and trust as keys in our community. Ecclesiastes 4:12 affirms that there is strength in joining together for life’s journey.
     11:00 am, Mexico Room (304), Broadway Commons
     Contact JD & Terri Davis, (tdavis@corban.edu) or Carl & Mandy Cramer, 503.507.9991

MIDDLE TO SENIOR ADULTS
Connections
We’re mostly in our 40s and 50s and not willing to get old. We gather for relationship building and spiritual growth based on God’s Word. Sub-groups provide for sharing and prayer support. We'd love to have you join us.   
     9:30 am, Keizer Room (205), Broadway Commons
     Contact Carl & Karen Bradley, 541.971.9775                                                   see our blog

Family Ties 
Our demographic is singles and married from 40 to 80 with a mean of 55. We plan interactive
teaching designed to foster spiritual growth along with building community. Our small groups are the basis for our prayer for each other, and for doing service projects and social outings. 
     9:30 am, Peru Room (306), Broadway Commons
     Contact Gerry & Lou Ellyn Griffin, 503.585.2244                                               see our blog

Becomers
A welcoming, supportive, fun-loving group of retired, approaching retirement, married, and single people. We are involved with missions. We strive to use our gifts in caring, serving, encouraging, and praying for each other. 
     9:30 am, Mongolia Room (305), Broadway Commons
     Contact Gerry & Marilyn Blankenheim, 503.838.0706                                        see our blog

GPS
A community of Christ-followers in the “sandwich” season of life. We place a priority on encouragement, support, and prayer for each other along with a strong support for world missions.
     9:30 am, Russia Room (307), Broadway Commons
     Contact Keith & Lois Meerdink, 503.364.3197

Celebration
A joyful, caring atmosphere defines our weekly gathering as we celebrate each other, our joy in Christ, and our participation in the Kingdom of God. We desire to grow in our Lord and to serve others.   
     11:00 am, Faith Annex
     Contact Bob & Bev Hassell, 503.269.9616

Single LIFE
Learn about God, impact our community, fellowship with other Christian singles, and encourage each other. We focus on Christian growth and biblical principles, helping singles to be people of God, while building friendships. Having reached the age of 40's to mid-60's, some have never married, some are divorced, and some are widowed, all are welcome. 
     11:00 am, Highland Room (207), Broadway Commons
     Contact Janie McCollister, mccollisterjanie@aol.com
     or Jerry Wilkinson, jwilk316@comcast.com, 503.363.2946

Deaf Fellowship
A group of deaf and hearing adults who use ASL (American Sign Language). We gather together to share God’s grace and truth and to grow as members of the Body of Christ.
     11:00 am, Trading Post (565 Hood St.) 
     Contact Jamie Biser, jbiser@salemalliance.org 

Sheepfold
We love to gather and fellowship in God's Word. Caring for and supporting each other through prayer is central to our group. We have an active interest in and support for missions. 
     9:30 am, Courtyard Room
     Contact Ken & Annette Sitzman, 503.581.4931 

Joint Heirs
A group of retirees and experienced grandparents! We actively care for each other and support missions. Outings, designed for seniors, are planned to foster an active life. 
     8:00 am, Courtyard Room
     Contact Gail & Irene Fleming, 503.390.1062



INTERGENERATIONAL GROUPS  
Legacy 
Legacy is a group of married and single adults who seek to serve, love, encourage, and grow together. We get together socially for family events, potluck meals, and special celebrations. Friendships and spiritually challenging study are important to us.
     11:00 am, Mongolia Room (305), Broadway Commons
     Contact Steve & Cheri Bobrowski, 509.554.9821                                              see our blog

Venture
We are a new group this year, welcoming people of all ages who have not experienced the  connection, love, and support of fellow believers in a community group. We desire to be venturesome, people of service, flexible, authentic, and safe.
     9:30 am, Africa Room (303), Broadway Commons
     Contact Jim & Stacey Lyman, 503.385.5597  or  503.881.4660