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 are joining us online, we have a webpage for you to get to know more about us.
Our offices are open Tuesday through Thursday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. We are closed on Mondays and on Fridays we are open from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm.
Currently, we offer in-person services on Saturdays at 5:00 pm and Sunday mornings at 8:00 am, 9:30 am and 11:00 am. We also offer an online livestream service at 9:30 am, which you can access with the link below.
We hope to see you there!
What is your Next Step in your journey with Christ? Baptism Class happens Sunday, April 21, for people interested in being baptized. This baptism class will be for baptisms happening the weekend of May 18 & 19. Join us to learn more about this important step in your faith journey. Please register below and contact Cary Wood with any questions or more information.
Partner Class is April 28 from 12:00 to 1:00pm. Becoming a partner is an opportunity to make a formal declaration that you are invested in the growth and success of Salem Alliance Church. Please register below to save your seat! Contact Cary Wood with any questions.
You are invited to an all-church prayer time for our International Workers. Come join us on Sunday, April 21, from 12:30 to 2:30PM, as we set aside time to increase our awareness and engagement with our amazing missionaries, learn about new work being done internationally, and be inspired by stories of the courageous people we support. Please contact our Neighborhoods and Nations Ministry Assistant, Ann for more information.
Join us for our annual Blended & Blessed livestream event happening April 27 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. This is where blended families worldwide will gather to learn strategies crucial to building unity in your stepfamily. The apostle Paul encourages us to “make every effort” to build unity among those we love. You will learn practical, realistic solutions to the issues you face as a stepfamily whether married, engaged, or seriously dating. With some of today’s most trusted and respected experts, Blended & Blessed will challenge, inspire, and encourage you. The cost is $25 a couple.
“Lydia”, one of our international workers in a sensitive country will be with us May 5.
Please join us for a potluck after the 11:00 service to hear about the exciting things that have been happening in her part of the world. No RSVP is needed; just bring food to share.
Please get in touch with Ann Tilgner with any questions.
Every Parent Picnic is for Every Family!
Join us for our annual family picnic on May 19 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Spend the evening hanging out, connecting with other families, and playing games. Bring your dinner for your family, and come ready to have fun! We will meet at Jeff and Jennifer Roth’s house.
Reach out to Morgan Tyler for more information.
Third and fourth graders in C2 are invited to an unforgettable camp experience from June 26 - 29 at Camp Tadmor. Salem Alliance has reserved the entire space, including six yurts holding nine campers and two counselors. Trusted, background-checked C2 and SAC Leaders will serve as those counselors who participate with campers in all the activities, services, and meals led by Camp Tadmor staff. Without phones and screen time, our campers dive deep into spiritual friendships that last for years. Check out the link below for more information.
Moms with young kids, join us at Hearts at Home! Hearts at Home is our ministry to moms with young kids. If you have children who are not yet in school, or you homeschool young kids and are looking for community with other moms, we would love for you to join us on Thursday mornings from 9:00 am–11:00 am. Childcare provided.
Join Young Adults for our monthly worship night on the first Thursday of the month. Young Adults are invited to join us for dinner starting at 7:30pm and then the whole congregation can participate in worship starting at 8:00pm in the Worship Center. We're excited and expectant for these nights full of multi-generational worship! For more information please email Sean below.
Every Parent is a place to connect with other families in your same age and stage. This monthly event provides a space to hear teaching on topics that are relevant to parents, connect with others in your stage of life and share ideas and encouragement. This is for parents of kids ages birth through high school. Join us Sunday, May 19 from 4:00-6:00 pm at the Roth's home for a family picnic. Reach out to Morgan for more information.
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.
The Gathering is our monthly event for women. This is an intentional space for women of all ages and stages to come together around worship, biblical teaching, table discussion, fellowship and fun. You don’t have to register to join – just show up on the first Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 pm. We hope to see you there! Contact Morgan for more information.
Women’s Crafting Circle Ladies want to invite you to join us each month on the 4th Saturday for our Community Crafting Circle.
The purpose of this group is to create space for women to come together to craft, create community, connect, and bless those around us and in our city.
Contact Morgan if you have more questions about this 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, contact Gordon Bergman below.
The rise in mental illness during the pandemic has been immense. This can take a significant toll on family members who love and care for those struggling with mental health. Hope Connection is our support group for those family members that meets on the first Monday of each month. For more information contact Gordon Bergman.
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 Gordon Bergman for more information.
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 Gordon Bergman, Pastor of Pastoral Care below.
RORS (Royal Order of Red Suspenders) delivers free, seasoned, and cut firewood to neighbors who need assistance heating their homes. Currently, this ministry stores its wood on different properties throughout Salem/Keizer & Dallas. The team is looking for a place to store wood in West Salem. If you or someone you know would be willing to chat with our lead coordinators about donating a small space to the team for wood storage reach out to Ashley Dalen.
If you would like to join our OMNI team please contact our new Pastor of Preschool Shua.
If you would like to bless our global neighbors by joining this ministry, contact Anya below.
We have a ministry for moms of young children called Hearts at Home. Each week on Thursday mornings from 9:00 am–11:00 am, moms can bring their children to our Little Hearts program so they can gather for uninterrupted time connecting with God and other moms. If you are looking for ways to serve - come join our Little Hearts children's team as a regular weekly teacher or as a sub. For more information, contact Morgan Tyler.
Do you have experience serving on a worship team? We are looking for volunteers who are skilled in instruments/music and would be willing to join our Worship Team. Especially looking for anyone who plays drums, bass or electric guitar. If you have any interest in auditioning or for more information, contact Jill O'Connor.
We intentionally celebrate the staff at our partner schools. It is important that those in education know how appreciative the church is for the role they play in caring for, teaching and raising up the children in our neighborhoods. Do you love to shop, decorate and make people feel seen and loved? If yes, would you consider hosting a staff appreciation day. Click below to read the responsibilities and to view openings.
Come alongside our local schools by adopting a classroom to support teachers and students, encouraging staff through intentional appreciation and praying for them all by name. We have a variety of opportunities for you to help us bless every school, so click below to learn more and sign up!
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 Gordon Bergman.
The International Prayer Gathering welcomes folks from around the world to meet on Sundays for an extended time of prayer and worship in many different languages. We are looking for volunteers to help in making our Sunday gatherings run smoothly. Please contact Doug Holcomb for more information.
Would you like to bless students by driving them in a bus to their youth activities? If you have your CDL and would be willing to spend some driving time with middle or high school students, we need your help. We have several retreats and activities planned throughout the year and use busses to transport our students safely. Email Rachel Knowles if you are interested.
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.
We would love to talk to you more about how God is calling you to the nations, whether you're curious about your next steps or being a part of a short term team. Contact us below for that conversation, or click the link to learn more.
Visiting or being a regular part of a Barnabas Group gives you an inside look to the ministry our international workers do around the world. With opportunities throughout the month to connect, pray and support them as they serve, you are able to join in to be part of the work that God is doing in and through them. Contact us for more information.
There are no staff updates at this time.
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:
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.
We are looking to hire one Childcare Worker for 8 hours per week each to care for kids during the Baraka English program on Tuesdays and Thursdays. For more information, send your inquiries to the email below. To apply, submit your resume to the email below. The application deadline is Friday, April 26.
God has given us a unique purpose in Salem, Oregon – to be a City at Peace with God. Your generosity fuels that vision and helps it become a reality. Our budget consists of a Ministry Fund (funding our vision to be a City at Peace with God), a Great Commission Fund (sending out local and international missionaries), a Clear Campaign Fund (reducing the debt of property loans) and a Benevolent Fund (used to help families in need in our church and community).
You can mail in your cash or checks. Our address is 555 Gaines Street NE, Salem, OR 97301, or you can give through the Salem Alliance app.
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