Slaves to Sin
Exodus 1:8-14
Romans 6:15-23
First Time Here?
Thanks for joining us this weekend. We are so glad you're here.
If you are attending our in-person weekend services, please stop by the Welcome Center in the lobby to introduce yourself. We would be happy to answer any questions that you might have and provide you with a free gift.
If you would like to check out our welcome information and get a better view of everything that happens here at Salem Alliance please check out our welcome guide below.
A glimpse into life at Salem Alliance Church
Our Office Hours:
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Wednesday - 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Thursday - 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Friday - 8:30 am to 2:00 pm
We have an amazing staff that would love to connect with you throughout the week. Please visit our leadership page to find contact information for our pastoral and administrative staff.
If you are looking to join us on the weekend our service times are Saturday at 5:00 pm or Sundays at 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am. Click the "livestream" button below if you would like to join us online.
Upcoming Events
Night to Shine - Volunteers Needed
February 13th, 2026
We cannot make Night To Shine happen without our hundreds of volunteers. Find helpful volunteer information below, including our mandatory training date, event schedule and more.
Upper Room - New Hours
The Upper Room will now be open
Monday - Wednesday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday-Friday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Open House February 1st | 9:00-11:00 AM
We will be having an open house Sunday, February 1st from 9-11am. Join us on the 4th floor of Broadway Commons. Enjoy a drink, some snacks, look around, ask questions and experience a special space set aside for you to encounter and be with our God
Build a Fort
February 1st | 3:30-5:30 PM
This event is for 2nd grade kids and their grown ups.
Calling all architects, engineers, and creative minds to construct a fort that can withstand a kids-against-adults indoor snowball fight at the end. You don't want to miss it! Each child is asked to bring a parent or guardian, as this is not a drop-off event. Please reach out to Kahri in advance if that is difficult for your family to accommodate.
Resolving Everyday Conflict
February 6th | 6:30-8:30 pm
February 7th | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
This is a two day event.
There’s hope for every relationship. No matter how much conflict, disappointment, or hurt you’ve experienced, God offers a path toward healing and peace. Through biblical peacemaking, we can learn how to work through our differences, extend forgiveness, and restore relationships—with one another and with Him.
Super Bowl Party
February 8th | 3:00 pm
Join us on Sunday, February 8th at 3 PM for a day full of football, food, and fun! Bring the whole family and your friends! Whether you’re here for the game, the laughs, or the chance to win, there’s something for everyone. This is a potluck so bring your favorite snack to share!
Women's Connection Group
Ladies, are you looking for a place to connect with other women and be creative? Join us on the 4th Saturday of each month from 10:00 – 1:00 PM in the Trading Post building (565 Hood St). You can bring a craft you are working on or just show up for the community.
Sunrise Prayer
Join our Neighborhood Team in praying for our city as it wakes from 7:10 am–8:10 am. We hope you’d join us for Sunrise Prayer every fourth Friday of the month.
A Call to Prayer
Join us for A Call to Prayer as we intercede for the peace of God to fall on our church family. We meet on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm in Broadway Commons. Click below for more details.
Veterans Support Group
Next month we will be meeting January 9th, instead of the 2nd.
A group of veterans meet monthly to share, support and be refreshed spiritually. If you are a veteran or know one who might be interested in a faith-based support group, we'd love for you to join us. We meet on the first Friday of each month at 1:00 pm in room 301 in Broadway Commons. Contact our Pastoral Care Team below.
Grief & Loss Support Group
A grief and loss support group exists to assist the healing process of those who are grieving. The group meets weekly on Tuesday nights from 6:30 pm–8:00 pm in room 303 in the Broadway Commons during September–April and monthly May–August. People may visit and join the group at any time. If you have any questions, contact our Pastoral Care Team below.
Hope Connection
A support group for people who love and care about family members who have a mental illness. This group seeks to provide a safe and caring environment to provide hope for those on this journey. Hope Connection meets on the first Monday of the month at 6:30 pm in room 303 in Broadway Commons. Please contact our Pastoral Care Team for more info.
Employment Network
The Employment Network has been helping people find work and hope for many years. We are available to anyone who needs some help with job search basics. Please contact our Pastoral Care Team for more information.
The Gathering
Ladies, you’re invited! Join us for our monthly Women’s Gathering for an opportunity to connect with God and women. Each month, you'll experience a time of worship, teaching, fellowship, and community. Whether you’re young or seasoned, single or married, new in faith or walking with Jesus for years, there’s a place for you here. This year, our Women’s Ministry is embracing the theme “Come and See” -- a simple yet powerful invitation to encounter God’s presence and be renewed in His love. Come expectant -- we hope to see you there!
Salem Free Clinics - Job Opening
Salem Free Clinics is hiring a Development Manager to work alongside our Development Director. Do you enjoy coordinating events, networking with the community and working with volunteer teams? If so, please contact Trina Fowler for more information.
Baraka English Childcare Volunteers Needed
Baraka English is looking for women who have a heart for babies and children ages 0-5. We are in need of volunteers on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:15am-12:00pm to serve in our childcare classrooms, enabling refugee and immigrant women to attend English classes, build community, and experience the love of God.
To learn more, contact Nicki below:
Night to Shine Volunteers
Night to Shine, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, is an unforgettable prom experience, centered on God's love for people with special needs.
We are always looking for more volunteers to join our Night to Shine team! Visit our webpage below to learn more!
Communion Volunteers Needed
We’re looking for a team of volunteers to help host communion each month. Communion typically takes place at the start of each month, and this simple act of service helps create a warm and welcoming experience for our church family. If you’re interested in serving, we’d love to hear from you!
Be a buddy in GLO
We’re currently looking for caring and dependable volunteers to join our team! Opportunities include serving in our Buddy Program, which supports kids in typical classrooms, or in the GLO Room, a calm and sensory-friendly space designed for individualized care.
Be a volunteer on Sundays at 9:30 AM or 11:00 AM, we’d love to have you join us! No prior experience is needed. We’ll provide all the training and support. This is a beautiful way to reflect the love of Jesus and help every child feel included in the life of the church. Contact Aimee McGrath for more information.
Join the Furniture Bank Team
The Furniture Bank assists individuals and families in Salem and Keizer who are transitioning into permanent housing by providing essential furniture, particularly beds, which are our most requested item.
We’re looking for volunteers to help receive donations at the donation center on Saturdays or assist with donation pickups on Fridays.
If you are interested in serving, fill out the serve form or contact Ashley Dalen for more information.
Upper Room
The Upper Room is a place set aside for prayer & solitude. It is primarily available for quiet individual communication with God. It is open on Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. You are encouraged to take advantage of this special place. There is also an opportunity to serve as an Upper Room Host at the lobby desk. If you have questions, please reach out to Laura Scharer.
Neighborhood Ministries
Did you know that we have neighbors who live in homes with little to no furniture, especially beds or who struggle to heat their homes in the winter? The Furniture Bank & RORS ministries demonstrate and declare the Gospel through the provision of furniture and wood to those in need. Both teams work on Saturdays to provide for our neighbors. Click the link for more information or to join either team.
Host a Feed Salem Food Bin
Would your business, organization, or school be interested in hosting a food drive for Feed Salem? We’re looking for community partners to host a one time drive or host a donation bin for one year and help us collect essential food items for local families in need.
If you are interested, fill out the submission form or contact Ashley Dalen.
Click below to see upcoming mission trips
Update from The Vernons in Southeast Asia
At the end of 2025, I traveled to Guam to honor our missionaries and pastors and celebrate the 25th anniversary of Island Hope Church. The weekend was filled with powerful moments, including baptisms, coaching conversations with young adults, vibrant worship, and a beautiful anniversary celebration. Each moment reminded me that the trip was worth it, even though I had arrived disappointed that plans to connect our Guam leaders with our church in Palau had fallen through due to scheduling and budget challenges.
Just before I preached on Sunday, Pastor Cesar suddenly pointed out someone in the back of the church. It was Pastor William from Palau, who had unexpectedly ended up in Guam because of a canceled flight during a mission trip to Yap. What I thought was a setback became a divine appointment as we spent hours praying and prophesying over Micronesia and the surrounding islands. Please pray with us for salvation, new churches, unity among leaders, and more God-orchestrated moments across Guam, Palau, Yap, and the South Pacific as we trust His timing and purpose.
Keep up with your Salem Alliance Church staff!
Welcome Keith Catron
Please join us in welcoming Keith Catron, our new Co-Pastor of Deaf Ekklesia! Read below to see what Keith has to share:
I was born into a deaf family and attended the Washington State School for the Deaf, where I found community, played multiple sports, and grew proud of what the deaf community can accomplish. I later studied at Gallaudet University—where I met my wife, Lisa—before God led me to North Central University to pursue Deaf Culture Pastoral Studies. For 35 years, I served as a full‑time pastor to a deaf congregation in Fresno while Lisa taught deaf and hard‑of‑hearing students. After moving to Oregon to support our son’s teaching career, I sensed God calling me back into ministry and was grateful for the opportunity to join Salem Alliance. Today, I serve part‑time as co‑pastor, ministering to Deaf and Hard of Hearing adults through preaching, teaching, counseling, and visitation.
Join a Life Group
Life Groups give us a place to do life with Jesus, Together and On Mission. They look many different ways and we hope you can find a Christ-centered community to be a part of. Below are different ways you can join us:
GPS Assessment
The GPS Assessment is a free online assessment that explores your gifts, passions and story and how they intersect to empower you to live on mission. Click below to access the GPS Assessment, helpful resources and learn more about your unique role in seeing Salem become a city at peace with God.
Missio College provides a ministry program that exists to prepare
pastors and international workers who are debt-free and field ready.
Missio offers a 4-year, accredited, bachelor’s degree on the campus of
Salem Alliance Church. Learn more on their website and reach out to
Sarah Thurston with any questions you may have.
If you are interested in supporting our students in a fun and creative way, take a look at our Amazon wishlist. These are simple supplies and snacks we like to keep on hand for our students as they are deep in their studies both in class and in our student lounge.
Open Positions
Salem Alliance Church is looking for a full-time Pastor of Middle School Ministries.
We are seeking a relational leader with a heart for middle school students and a passion for helping them grow in their faith. This person will provide pastoral leadership for students in grades 6–8, equipping volunteers, teaching God’s Word, and creating spaces for students to experience life with Jesus. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment, bring creativity to student programming, and be excited to build meaningful relationships with students, parents, and volunteers
This is a 40-hour per week pastoral position that includes Sunday and Wednesday programming. For more information, please read the full job description below.
To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation to the email below.
Application deadline: Friday, February 27
Questions? Please contact us at employment@salemalliance.
Salem Alliance Church is hiring a temporary, part-time Furniture Bank Coordinator to help transform houses into homes for neighbors in need.
This 15 hour per week role includes guest screening, coordinating deliveries, managing warehouse inventory, and overseeing communications.
We are seeking a candidate who is organized, compassionate, self-sufficient, and proficient in Google Suite. Bilingual preferred. The coordinator must be available to work on-site Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. This position is expected to last 9 months from the date of hire and is not eligible for benefits.
Application Deadline: Friday, February 13
To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and one letter of recommendation to the email below.
To apply for any position, please read the job description, gather the required application materials for the position you are interested in, and email us below. Please email us if you have questions about a job opening.
Are you a regular tither?
In Malachi 3:10, we are encouraged to “bring all the tithes into the storehouse so there will be enough food in my Temple.” In modern English, that means to bring a tenth of our income to provide for the spiritual and physical needs of those in our body. God continues to promise that He will take care of us, better than we can imagine. Again, in Malachi, He says, “Try it! Put me to the test!”
At Salem Alliance, we use the tithe for:
* Ministry Fund - supporting our local operations
* Great Commission - supporting the Gospel around the world
* Benevolence- supporting those in need in our body
* CLEAR - eliminating the debt on our mortgage
You can participate in tithing by:
* Dropping your contribution in the giving boxes in the lobby.
* Clicking Give on the Salem Alliance App
* Sending your checks to: Salem Alliance Church, 555 Gaines St NE, Salem, OR 97301
* Tapping the Give Online Button below:
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