Manna and the Bread of Life
Exodus 16:6-8
John 6:32-35
1 Corinthians 3:1-3
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
Sex is___ Seminar
Tuesday, March 3 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Conversation #2: Sex is more than intercourse.
We want to be a church that does sex well. Sex isn’t often talked about in church and when it is it’s often framed around what you can’t do, when you can’t do it and who you can’t do it with. We aspire to be a church that understands it and appreciates it, and for that to be true, it means talking about it, with maturity, wisdom, nuance, and grace. These conversations will be relevant to couples, singles, those divorced, widowed, younger, or older, pretty much anyone with a body.
Adults 30+ Game Night
Sunday, March 8 | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Broadway Commons - The Loft
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. No rigid schedule, no awkward forced interactions—just a welcoming space to enjoy good company and great games. This is about more than just rolling dice and moving pieces. It’s about building friendships, sharing laughs, and creating memories with other adults who are looking for authentic community.
Family Game Night
Sunday, March 15 | 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Broadway Commons - The Loft
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. No rigid schedule, no awkward forced interactions—just a welcoming space to enjoy good company and great games. This is about more than just rolling dice and moving pieces. It’s about building friendships, sharing laughs, and creating memories with other families who are looking for authentic community.
Great Expectations
April 16 & 17
Cedar Hall
This annual fundraiser supports high school students participating in CMA missions. Enjoy a delicious dinner served by our high school students, with both sit-down and takeout options available. Click below to learn more and make a reservation!
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!
Calling all artists!
We’re looking for individuals with creative and artistic gifts who would love to help bring meaningful experiences to life. From designing pieces for upcoming prayer walks to contributing to stage design and special events, there are so many opportunities to use your talents to inspire and engage our community. If you enjoy creating art that helps tell a story and set the atmosphere, we’d love to connect with you!
Interested? Connect with Sarah Morrow by sending an email below:
Communion Volunteers Needed
Communion Hosts serve behind the scenes on the first weekend of each month (unless otherwise communicated) to prepare and care for the Communion elements. They arrive by 3:30 pm on Saturday to cut bread, set up seven stations, monitor and refill elements during services, and assist with light and final clean-up as available.
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.
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 Debbie in Thailand
Dear Friends,
Thank you for praying for my travels over the past few months. Despite difficult roads, construction, and rain, the Lord protected me, and I am grateful for a reliable car that has carried me more than 90,000 kilometers in six years of ministry. Over New Year’s I visited a church in the Hmong village of Taak that is using our lay leadership program. Although the pastor initially struggled in training, I was amazed at how effectively he led and how eagerly the students applied the lesson on sharing the Gospel. Their commitment to share with at least one person and report back was deeply encouraging, and I only wish I could have stayed to hear their testimonies.
My study in BSF, especially in the book of Esther, prepared my heart for a recent challenge when a government letter warned that our upcoming medical clinics could not proceed. After asking for prayer, I drove five hours to request reconsideration, and the Lord graciously opened the door for us to meet with the head officer without an appointment. We were given permission to move forward, provided we receive approval from the local district hospitals, and the first has already said yes. Our team arrived February 6, with the first clinic beginning February 9, so we are trusting God proves faithful in the remaining steps. This past year He has continued to stretch my faith to follow His leading even when the path looks uncertain, and I am thankful for your partnership in prayer.
In His service,
Debbie Vik
International Worker in Thailand
Keep up with your Salem Alliance Church staff!
Check back later for some staff updates and stories!
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 20
To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and one letter of recommendation to the email below.
Salem Alliance Church is hiring a part-time Baraka Workforce Training & Development Coordinator
This role will support refugee interns through English language development, workplace training, case management, and job readiness support.
This role coordinates day-to-day activities, helps track intern progress, and provides relational support. We’re seeking someone who is organized, compassionate, adaptable, and has experience working in multicultural contexts. Bilingual ability is preferred. This is a temporary, 29-hour/week position.
To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and one reference letter to the email below by Friday, February 27.
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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