The Bible as Literature
Psalm 19:7-10
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 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!
Upcoming Events
Night to Shine 2025
Guest registration is full! However, we would love to have those interested in volunteering sign up today!
We are so excited to host Night to Shine, an amazing prom experience centered on God’s love for people with special needs, happening February 7, 2025. Join us by volunteering and help make this event go smoothly. You must be age 16 and up to volunteer.
If you have any questions about Night to Shine, please reach out to our Night to Shine Team.
Financial Peace University
Take Control of Your Financial Future. Financial Peace University is here to help!
This nine-week course is designed for individuals and couples who want to take charge of their finances. You’ll learn practical skills for tackling debt, creating a budget that works, building savings, and making smart investment decisions.
Next session runs: January 20 through March 17, 2025
Sign up today!
Honoring God in Conflict
Honoring God in Conflict is a biblically based seminar purposefully designed to help you navigate tension in relationships. Peacemaking is possible and this training highlights how we can carry out our call to live at peace with everyone.
Join us for this annual seminar January 24 at 6:30 pm–8:30 pm and January 25 from 9:00 am–3:00 pm. Lunch is provided on Saturday.
Registration is required.
If you have any questions please contact Travis.
Newcomers Gathering
If you are new to Salem Alliance and would like to meet some of our staff, get a tour of our campus, ask any questions you have, and hear about different ways to get connected here at the church, we would love to have you join us for our Newcomers Gathering. This gathering will take place after the 11:00 service on January 26 at 12:15 pm.
Snacks/light lunch will be provided.
If you have any questions, please contact Becky, our Coordinator of Connections.
Bring and Share
We are inviting those who regularly attend our Saturday evening service and those who are new to Salem Alliance to join us for dinner. We are hosting a potluck dinner on January 25, right after our worship service in Cedar Hall.
Please bring whatever you can to share! This is a no-pressure type event. Grab a bag of chips on your way to church and add it to the table. We want to see YOU there. Don’t worry about the food.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch with Becky if you have more questions.
Soul Care
What is Soul Care? Soul Care explores seven principles that are profound healing tools of God: securing your identity, repentance, breaking family sin patterns, forgiving others, healing wounds, overcoming fears, and deliverance.
Soul Care Intensives take place on Mondays, January 27 through May 5, 2025.
Contact Laura Scharer with any questions.
The Bible in Unity
Join us for a 7-Week Interactive and Discussion-Based Class Starting February 2, 2025
Whether you are new to the Bible or a seasoned scholar, this engaging class will take you on a journey through the Scriptures to uncover how they weave together into one cohesive story that points to the redemptive plan of Christ.
This class is open to everyone! Come ready to learn, grow, and connect as we explore the greatest story ever told.
Save your seat today by registering below.
Contact Cary Wood with any questions.
Baptism Class
If you feel baptism is the next step in your journey, we have baptisms coming up in March. To be baptized at Salem Alliance Church, you must first attend a baptism class on February 9. Please register below or contact our Next Steps team with any questions.
Child Dedications
The youngest members of our Salem Alliance family are deeply valued here. We love taking the time to pray over children and their family through child dedications. If you would like this opportunity to participate, please register below.
Upcoming Dedication Weekends:
Saturday, February 22 & Sunday, February 23, 2025
Great Expectations
March 6 & 7, 2025
Great Expectations is an annual fundraiser dinner for high school students participating in missions and the LIFE Conference. Our professional chefs have curated a delicious and flavorful dinner for you to enjoy as a Life Group, a couple, a family, or with friends. This year, you will be able to dine in person! We are so excited to serve you. Reservations are open!
The Gathering
The Gathering is a great place to connect with God and other women at Salem Alliance. We meeting on the first Wednesday of each month to worship, hear a short teaching related to our Women’s Ministry theme, partake in table discussions, and as always have fun! We hope you will join us!
YA First Thursdays
Join Young Adults for our First Thursday worship night. These worship nights take place on the first Thursday of every month. Food and drinks are available for all Young Adults from 7:30-8:00 pm, and the worship time that follows is open to anyone and everyone, so bring a friend, co-worker, or family member!
Every Parent
Every Parent happens on the second Sunday of each month. We seek to provide teaching, discussion, and community to support your parenting journey. Childcare is provided. PLease click below for more information.
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, contact Gordon Bergman below.
Hope Connection
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.
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 Gordon Bergman 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 Gordon Bergman, Pastor of Pastoral Care below.
Join our Tech Team!
Want to be one of the behind-the-scenes heroes of Salem Alliance? Join our Worship/Tech Ministry! Whether you're into sound, lighting or just love making things look cool, we have a place for you to plug in.
No experience? We’ve got you covered! We love to teach and train those on our teams to help us take our services to the next level. You’re not just pushing buttons—you’re helping people connect with God. Contact our tech team to get started!
January Birthday Party for Refugees
Friday, January 31 at 6pm in Cedar Hall
Join the Parking Team
Looking for a way to serve that makes an immediate impact? Our Parking Team is the first face of our church, making our weekend gatherings inviting and accessible to all.
If you’re interested or have questions, reach out to Tim below. We’d love to have you join us in this practical and impactful ministry!
Baraka English Childcare Volunteers
100 women and 45 children from all over the world gather at Salem Alliance on Tuesday and Thursday mornings to learn English & build community through our Baraka English program. We are looking for childcare volunteers to care for kids ages 0 - 5 so their moms can attend English classes. This is an incredible way to bless our refugee & immigrant neighbors with God’s love! Interested? Contact Nicki Scholz.
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 Gordon Bergman.
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.
Furniture Bank Donations
Furniture Bank has now expanded to include drop-off hours for donations. Bring your donations on Saturdays from 8:30 am-12:00 pm to 1268 Broadway St NE. Please ensure your donation is an item we take that matches our guidelines.
For questions, call 503-616-3772
Are you Called to Go?
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.
Are you Called to Send?
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.
Keep up with your Salem Alliance Church staff!
Welcome Elise Myers to the Nations and Neighborhoods team!
We are delighted to welcome Elise Myers to our Nations and Neighborhoods team as the ministry assistant! Elise brings a heart for service and a passion for building community, and we are excited to see how her gifts will bless this ministry. Welcome, Elise!
Here are a few words from her:
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 and they are deep in their studies both in class and in our student lounge.
C2 Host Pastor
Salem Alliance Church is looking for a Pastor for C2, our 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade School ministries, to work full-time providing leadership, pastoral care, and volunteer management & development. We are seeking someone passionate about pastoring grade school students and recruiting & empowering volunteers. This position requires weekend hours. For more information, please read the job description below.
To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation to the email below. Application deadline: Friday, February 7.
For any questions regarding employment please use the email below.
Weekend Ministry Coordinator
Salem Alliance Church is hiring a full-time Weekend Ministry Coordinator to oversee weekend programming, hospitality, volunteer management, and administrative support. This role manages worship service logistics, coordinates welcome center and green room hospitality, and ensures a welcoming environment for attendees.
We are looking for a responsible, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves working with people, and excels at providing direction and fostering teamwork. The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, approachable, and skilled at balancing multiple priorities with a spirit of hospitality and service. This position requires weekend hours.
To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation to the email below by Friday, February 7.
For any questions regarding employment, please use the email below.
Sparrow Workforce English Language Coordinator
Salem Alliance Church is hiring a temporary part-time English Language Coordinator to teach English classes to refugee interns at Sparrow Workforce Development. We are looking for someone with ESL or teaching experience. The English Language Coordinator will work 20-25 hours per week, teaching classes to small groups of adult English learners on Monday - Friday from 1:00 - 5:00 pm. Additional hours each week will be dedicated to assessing student progress, curriculum development, and supporting volunteer tutors and other teachers to develop their skills. Classes begin in early October. Please email a resume before January 31.
Baraka English Childcare Worker
Why Do We Give?
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:
Ministry Fund - funding our vision to be a City at Peace with God
Great Commission Fund - sending out local and international missionaries
Clear Campaign Fund - reducing the debt of property loans
Benevolent Fund - used to help families in need in our church and community
To give to a specific ministry area of Salem Alliance, please visit their individual webpage by using the search bar or menu button.
How Can I Give?
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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