Great Expectations
Great Expectations is an annual fundraiser-dinner for high school students participating in high school missions. Our professional chef has curated a delicious and flavorful dinner for you to enjoy as a Life Group, a couple, a family, or with friends. You can dine in person or take your meal to go.
DINNER GUESTS: We are so excited to serve you, and thank you for your support. More information and reservations will be available in 2026.
HS STUDENTS & PARENTS: To make this fundraiser possible, students going on high school mission trips are required to participate in this fundraiser. We also request that at least one parent help, and a sign-up sheet will be sent to parents after students register. Students are automatically signed up for this fundraiser when they register for a high school mission trip.
QUESTIONS?
If you have questions or need assistance, email Rachel Knowles at rknowles@salemalliance.org.
MS/HS Reach Call to Missions
Jesus told His disciples to “go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:19). The need for sharing the gospel message in our hometown and around the world is as real today as it was when Jesus first spoke those words 2,000 years ago. REACH is an event for middle and high school students celebrating what God is doing all around the world and explore how we can be involved in world missions. There will be incredible worship, guest speakers, testimonies, giveaways, and other exciting elements you don’t want to miss. This event will replace both middle and high school services for the weekend.
No need to register. Just show up.
HS Fall Retreat
| Fall Retreat is our chance to get away at the beginning of the school year as a Flipside Family. Our goal is simple: to grow in community, grow closer to Jesus, and create memorable moments. It’s a weekend of worship, messages, and loads of fun at the Oregon coast. We have our annual traditions like the no-talent talent show, and some other surprises along the way. Students must register to attend and will close on Sunday, October 26, 2025.
SWEAT Credit – Students who work for the SWEAT Fundraiser receive an $75 credit towards their fall retreat cost. To use this credit, register for SWEAT first to receive a discount code to use when registering for Fall Retreat. Registrations are closed. If you would like to attend, please email Rachel for more information. |
MS Fall Retreat
| We’re heading back to Trout Creek Bible Camp, and it’s going to be EPIC! Three days packed with massive games, late-night cabin laughs, powerful worship, and moments with God you’ll never forget. This is your chance to escape the chaos of everyday life and dive headfirst into the best kind of craziness—middle school ministry style. Bring your friends, your energy, and get ready for a weekend that’s going to change everything! Students must register to attend.
Registration will be available on Sunday, September 1, 2025 and will close on Sunday, October 12, 2025 SWEAT Credit – Students who work for the SWEAT Fundraiser receive an $75 credit towards their fall retreat cost. To use this credit, register for SWEAT first to receive a discount code to use when registering for Fall Retreat. Registrations are closed. If you would like to attend, please contact Rachel for more information. |
MS/HS SWEAT Fundraiser 2025
| SWEAT is designed to raise funds for middle and high school students to use towards any Student Ministries trip with a percentage of your donation also going towards youth center upgrades and maintenance. We partner with the City of Salem to help beautify parks and schools, with our Neighborhoods team here at SAC to help support people in our neighborhood. Our church body supports students by donating money to them. It’s truly a win-win!
There are 4 different SWEAT work crews: SWEAT Retreat Credit – All students who sign up for SWEAT receive a $75 credit that can be used for fall retreat. If you plan to use your SWEAT credit for your retreat, a discount code will be sent to you in your confirmation email that you can use when registering for retreat (Note – Work crew options are first-come first-served, and space may be limited. Each student is required to work 5 hours to receive full funds. If you have a scheduling conflict that prevents you from working the full 5 hours, there is a 1/2 day option available by signing up for the City Parks Crew on October 4th, and you can earn 1/2 SWEAT funds.) Registrations are now closed. Click HERE for more information Click HERE to donate Contact Rachel for any questions |
MS Crash : PM Kickoff
| We’re so excited to launch a brand new year of CRASH:PM this October! Get ready for the wildest, loudest, most fun-filled night of the year as we kick off a brand-new season of middle school madness! We’re talking games, music, prizes, snacks, and ALL the energy you can handle. Bring your friends, bring your hype, and let’s pack the Youth Center for a night you won’t forget.
Location: Youth Center, 548 Shipping St. NE, Salem, OR. 97301 |
Student Ministry Worship Auditions
| We’d love for you to be part of creating a space where people can truly encounter God through song and praise. If you’re a middle or high school student who loves music and loves Jesus, this is your chance to jump in! Join us as we kick off the fall with our worship team auditions. Whether you sing, play an instrument, or want to run tech, we want you on the team as we lead our friends in worship and point them closer to Him. Come be part of something special. |
HS Freshman Frenzy
Hey Freshmen! This event is all about giving you a taste of what Flipside is all about. We will have a TON of fun together, and give you a chance to get to know your leaders, get to know other students, and learn more about what is in store over the next 4 years of high school ministry. See you there!
Students must register to attend.
Contact Rachel for more information
MS 6th Grade Social
| Right after middle school service, we’re throwing a special welcome party just for our brand-new 6th graders! Join us right outside the Youth Center for a cereal bar, fun games, and a chance to meet your small group leaders! I’ll also lead them through a special tour of the Youth Center! I’m hoping this can help ease any nerves and provide a fun way to kick off their CRASH journey as they start building connections that’ll carry through the year. We can’t wait to see your student there!
Location: Youth Center – 548 Shipping St. NE, Salem OR, 97301 |
MS/HS Student Ministries Parent Meeting
| Hey Parents! At our Annual Parent Meeting, we will discuss the trips and events we are planning for the year, opportunities for parents to partner with us in our ministry, and go over the specifics of how we plan to offer meaningful discipleship moments for students through Student Ministry programming this year. If you have questions about the Middle or High School Ministries, this meeting is a great opportunity for us to connect. Also, each student who has parent representation will enter a raffle to go to our Middle or High School retreats for FREE!
Contact Rachel for more information |