Waiting at the Gate
Ruth 3:16 - 4:2
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
Tree of Giving
We love the Christmas season here at Salem Alliance. Christmas is when we stop and thank God for sending His son, Jesus, Immanuel – God With Us.
Tree of Giving is an opportunity to demonstrate and declare to our neighbors that God sees them, and is with them through the generosity of his church.
There are two main ways you can join us as we love our neighbors this Christmas season.
#1: Provide a gift! In the lobby you will see a Tree with Red and Green paper ornaments. These ornaments have gift registries for shopping online or in person.
#2: Volunteer! We need volunteers to help set-up Dec. 9-11, 2025 & to help families shop for gifts during the event on December 12, 2025.
Night to Shine Registration
Night to Shine, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, is an unforgettable prom experience, centered on God's love for people with special needs.
Night to Shine Guest registration is now full! Please visit our page for more information on how to volunteer for this amazing event!
Sex Is ... Conversation
Thursday, November 13 | 6:30–8:30 p.m.
We are starting a series of conversations about sex. Because…we want to be a church that does sex well. It is our conviction that: Sex is good. Sex is a multi-purposeful gift from God. Sex is complicated. Sex is part of being a human. Sex simply is. So, why wouldn’t we learn to invite God into our sex lives - past, present and future? These conversations will be relevant to couples, singles, divorced, widowed, younger, older, anyone with a body.
Men's Breakfast
Saturday, November 15 | 7:30–9:00 a.m.
Gentlemen of all ages, we’ve got plans for you and trust us, you don’t want to miss it. We’re gathering for a morning of coffee, breakfast, laughter, prayer, and connection. Whether you’re into church or not, young or seasoned, this is a space for all guys to come together and build relationships. Contact Josh Mann with any questions.
Singles Game Night
Thursday, November 20 | 6:30–9:00 p.m.
Looking for a fun, low-pressure way to meet other singles in a relaxed setting? Join us for an evening of games, laughter, and community in The Loft — a dedicated game room with plenty of tabletop space for multiple groups and game styles. Have a game you love? Bring it along and share it with the group! Drop in when you can, stay as long as you like. This is about more than just rolling dice and moving pieces. It's about building friendships, sharing laughs, and creating memories with other singles in their 30s-50s who are looking for authentic community. Hope to see you there! (NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED)
Salem for Refugees - THRIVE Event
Thursday, November 20 | 4:30 PM
Friday, November 21 | noon & 6:00 PM
Salem For Refugees is hosting their annual fundraiser- THRIVE. The event will be held at the Willamette Heritage Center in the Spinning Room. This year's event will include a musical performance from a new neighbor playing the Turkish guitar called a Saz, delicious appetizers and desserts made by new neighbors, and inspiring personal testimonies of the impact of Salem For Refugees. The event is free to attend and donations will be requested at the end of the event.
5th Sunday Connect
Sunday, November 30 | 12:30 PM
Every 5th Sunday (occurring three times per year, plus Gather on the Green), we set aside intentional time to be together as a church family—connecting beyond a quick greeting in the lobby.
Following the 11:00am service (approximately 12:30pm), join us in Cedar Hall for community, meaningful conversations, and an unhurried opportunity to linger.
Come as you are, and plan to stay a while.
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
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.
Foster Parents
We seek to support and encourage families at Salem Alliance who do foster care. If you currently are involved in fostering children, or know of a family at church who do, please contact our Pastoral Care Team below.
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!
Phones needed for International Workers
Do you have an iPhone you’re no longer using? We’re collecting used iPhones (newer than iPhone 7) to send to partners serving in a creative access location. These devices will be used for secure communication and ministry work in areas where safe, encrypted tools are essential.
If you have a working iPhone that meets the requirement, please:
- Erase all personal data and remove it from your Apple ID/iCloud.
- Include a charger if possible.
- Drop it off at church during November with Laura Cha’s name attached.
Your donation will make a meaningful difference by helping our brothers and sisters stay connected and share hope where it’s most needed.
Thank you for your generosity and partnership!
For questions, contact Laura Cha.
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.
Update from Greyson
Greyson is a Missio student currently serving in the Middle East.
"A teammate and I launched our first youth soccer night! I feel like I learned more arabic from these 6-10 year olds in one night than I do in a week! We are hoping that the community sees value in these nights as we coach them and also implement principles of light and truth while doing so.
I have never experienced so much heat in October and November, which reminds me of the misty and rainy fall in Oregon. This is a bizarre experience for me because time is passing by, but the lack of seasons makes it feel as though time is standing still. Holidays are around the corner, but they almost seem out of place. I am still heavily reminded that this is a season of pruning in my life, and would appreciate your “thoughts” for growing maturity and relational capacity with those the Father has placed before me amidst grieving what the holidays usually hold for me."
Update from Cayla Smith
Cayla currently serves as a nurse at Black Forest Academy in Germany.
"Volleyball season is wrapping up, the leaves have changed, the air is crisper, the promise of Christmas markets is on the horizon, and there are only 5 more weeks left in this semester. Some of the busiest time in the Health Office is from August through the beginning of November. I personally feel like I can start to take a deep breath now after the onslaught that was the beginning of the year and I am thankful for the shorter days and reminders to rest.
I have so far coordinated and ran two vaccine clinics where we gave 267 vaccines, gone on the Junior Trip to Normandy/Paris, hosted 3 nursing interns from Biola, worked athletic games, mentored two students and had coffee with others, led small group, and continued to care for the day to day health needs of the students at the school."
Prayer Requests:
For energy. That I would not grow weary of doing good and engaging in ministry as the semester end looms closer.
Protection from Satan’s attacks of discouragement: he has been quite intense with his schemes to discourage me lately.
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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.
We are looking for a Coordinator of Operations for Deaf Ekklesia to serve 20 hours per week. This part-time position provides critical support to the Deaf Ministries team through leadership development, event coordination, volunteer scheduling, and discipleship support.
We are looking for someone who is organized, relational, and passionate about serving the Deaf community. The ideal candidate will be fluent in ASL, comfortable with basic tech and media coordination, and committed to supporting the mission and growth of Deaf Ekklesia.
For more information, please read the job description below.
To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and one letter of recommendation to the employment email.
Application deadline: Until the position is filled.
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.
Giving in November
Our annual Thanksgiving offering will be used to address food scarcity in Salem through organizations like Marion Polk Food Share and Feed Salem. Additionally, we will split the funds with CAMA, which is providing relief efforts to Jamaican residents impacted by Hurricane Melissa.
Standard giving options are still available. Use the Give Online button below and choose the fund(s) you’d like to support using the dropdown menu. You can choose multiple funds by choosing the Add Gift option and selecting additional fund names.
Other Ways to Give
- Drop your contribution in the giving boxes in the church lobby.
- Use the Salem Alliance App.
- Send your checks to: Salem Alliance Church, 555 Gaines St NE, Salem, OR 97301
We are now testing giving using Apple Pay & Google Pay. The buttons are available on our giving page. If you have questions, please let us know.
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