Contact & Location for Salem First Presbyterian Church
Service Times for Salem First Presbyterian Church
Sunday 10:30 AM
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Programs & Ministries at Salem First Presbyterian Church
About Salem First Presbyterian Church
Salem First Presbyterian Church has served the Salem community for over 150 years as a Christ-centered, justice-focused congregation dedicated to radical inclusion. Located at 770 Chemeketa Street NE in downtown Salem, the church welcomes people from all backgrounds, faith journeys, gender identities, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic statuses with no requirements or barriers. Services blend contemporary and traditional worship with scripture, prayers, and messages, held Sundays at 10:30 a.m. both in-person and online. The congregation emphasizes embodying God's extraordinary love through deep relationships within the church community and active engagement with Salem's wider needs, offering numerous groups, ministries, and fellowship opportunities for people of all ages.
First-Time Visitor Info for Salem First Presbyterian Church
Dress Code: Come as you are—the congregation ranges from jeans and flip-flops to full suits, and visitors should wear whatever makes them comfortable. Service Format: Services include a blend of contemporary and traditional worship songs, liturgy, scripture, prayers, and a sermon; coffee is available before the service, and there is a "Passing of the Peace" time for greeting one another. Visitor Tips: Children are welcome and invited to Sunday School following the Passing of the Peace; refreshments with labeled allergen information and gluten-free options are offered after each service; the church is committed to accessibility and encourages visitors with disabilities to reach out about needed accommodations.
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