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Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church
Nestled in the Shenandoah valley, we are a church that shares a living, daring confidence in God’s grace. This faith comes through the good news of Jesus Christ and gives us the freedom and the courage to wonder, discover and boldly participate in what god is up to in the world. Welcome to a community of faith that is warm, inviting, and eager to follow where the holy spirit leads. We gather every Sunday morning at 9:45 AM for Sunday School with worship starting at 11:00 AM.
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Church Announcements
Ash Wednesday
You're invited to worship on Wednesday, February 26th for Ash Wednesday. Worship will begin at 7 pm in the sanctuary and will include the imposition of ashes and Holy Communion.
Pastor’s Corner
Pastor’s blog – January 2020 – Christmas lights, Candlemas, and Groundhog Day
It was always a tradition in my family to keep the Christmas tree up until Epiphany. I still hold to that tradition even though sometimes the needles begin dropping soon after Christmas. After Epiphany Sunday on 1/6 the tree will come down and we’ll bring it to the...
What to expect on Sunday morning
When do we worship together?
Worship at Salem begins every Sunday morning with Sunday School at 9:45 AM. Worship service follows at 11:00 AM.
How should I dress?
Dress at Salem is casual, so come as you are to worship with us!
What is worship like?
Worship at Salem is liturgical, meaning that it follows a pattern that remains the same from week to week. We gather as the Body of Christ, we hear and respond to God’s Word, we share a meal in Holy Communion, and we are sent as disciples into the world. Worship also involves confession and forgiveness, communal prayer, and lots of singing.
Can I take communion?
Anyone who desires to receive Christ through the healing power of his body and blood is welcome at the table to receive communion.
Will my children be welcome in worship?
YES! At Salem, we encourage our children to be full participants in worship. There is also a time set apart during worship where children are invited to imagine together how God is active in our world and in our lives.
“Faithful participation in society is integral and vital to the mission of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America”
As children of God and followers of Jesus, each of us is a part of the body of Christ and individually members of it. For the sake of God’s mission and ministry, God’s people gather together to share their gifts and to work together to share in God’s mission to love and bless the world.