en http://www.salem-bible.org © Copyright 2000 - 2010Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=59 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=59&article_id=88 Click here for current bulletin. Submitting an item for the bulletin? The deadline is Wednesday morning. Email your submittal to Chris Orth in our church office at churchinfo@salem-bible.org. Bulletin Bulletin Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:42:27 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=297 Check out our Missionary Notebook. The current issue contains letters from Michael and Amy Hutteman as they start their work in Indonesia, and John and Christina Hutteman in Papua New Guinea. Look also for communications from Dave and Deb Reichard in Guatemala and Jim and Olya Howard in Slovenia. Mon, 26 Jul 2010 15:37:13 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=390 Plan to join us Sunday, August 1st as we gather for a meal and then have our semi-annual congregational meeting. Thu, 8 Jul 2010 10:19:02 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=391 Prepare now to share the Lord's Supper together Sunday, August 1st during our 9:30 AM service. Thu, 8 Jul 2010 10:19:02 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=393 Once again we will have our baptism and church picnic at the Schultz Farm. We'll bring covered dishes and desserts with the church providing the burgers, hot dogs and drinks. We'll share our meal together followed by our worship service and baptism. Then the kids can swim in the pool. Considering being baptized? We'll have a list in our foyer for you to sign and one of our pastors will contact you. Rain date August 22nd. Thu, 8 Jul 2010 10:19:02 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=341 Have you logged in to Salem Bible Church's private website lately? You can: View information and pictures of other attendersSee a birthday list for the current monthRead the current issue of Salem Sounds onlineSend emails to other attendersCheck what is happening in the ministries and groups you belong toUpdate your family's information like a new address, email address or phone numbersAdd a family picture to your family page (open your profile and click "Family Profile") Add your birthdates to your information so your birthday is listed (the birthdate information is hidden from others) If you forgot your password, just click the "Forgot Password" link at the lower left for a reminder. Did you know that you can listen to past sermons and look up information on our Pastors, Elders and Deacons on our public site. Check out the "Sermons Online" and "Who We Are" links. If you have problems, questions or comments, send them to webmaster@salem-bible.org Thu, 8 Jul 2010 10:19:02 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79&article_id=231 Dear Praying Friends, As we continue to get settled back to "life" here in Papua New Guinea we are also making preparations for our return to Malaumanda on Tuesday. Thankfully, the boys have adjusted to the 14 hour time difference and have been sleeping through the night. We are also thankful that there are several other missionary families with kids here at the moment with whom Josiah has been able to play...He is playing LEGOs with one of his buddies right now. Yet another way God has answered prayer and helped him through the transition. Well, as promised I need to give you a more detailed update of our travels, a testimony to God's provision really. Monday, as we checked our bags in at the counter, the agent for the airline told us that she was unable to check our bags through to Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea and that we would in fact have to pick them up in Australia and have them rechecked. So, with nothing else to do but trust GOD and get on the plane, we left. (To say I thought about it during the entire flight across the STATES would be an understatement) Upon our arrival in Los Angeles, I quickly made my way to the Qantas departure desk to inquire about HOW we would go about picking up and rechecking our bags in Australia. (Thankfully, our arrival gate in Los Angeles was only two gates away from where we would be departing.) The agent himself didn't know but said we could ask a customs agent once we arrived. Then he asked if we had an entry visa for Australia. I told him we were not staying but just connecting through to Papua New Guinea so we had not gotten one. At this point, he became a little concerned and told me that in fact we should have gotten entry visas for Australia in case our connecting flight to PNG was canceled. It seemed as though our initial baggage quandary was developing into a bigger problem... (One other praise is that although we did not having seats together, the Qantas agent DID make changes to allow us all to sit together during the 14 hour flight despite having announced that it was a completely full flight and there would be no changes.) ...Well, at long last we landed in Brisbane, Australia and began trying to find someone that could give us some direction as to how to get our bags and recheck them. We stopped and asked one of the security people, who also though we needed to see a customs agent. So, we ventured into the sea of other passengers in line to be processed through immigration and customs, and we prayed that the lengthy wait would not be in vain. Our turn finally came, and I recounted our baggage dilemma to the Immigration officer. Well, you should have seen the look on the officer's face. He immediately called over a customs agent who then asked someone else. A conference ensued and finally, someone I took to be "in charge" came and told us that because we did not have entry visas but our bags had been checked to Brisbane, there was going to be a $5000 fine for each of us...which the airline would have to pay...It was a bit of an ordeal to finally get our bags put onto our next flight but Praise the Lord! all of the customs, immigration and airport people were actually quite understanding and helpful. Thankfully, we also had a four hour layover, enough time to deal with it before we had to depart. Phew! Thank you LORD! Anyway, international travel is anything but boring, a real adventure. Thank you all for praying us through some unusual obstacles! Grace and Peace in our Savior's name, John, Christina Josiah and Owen. * I attached a picture of the boys 48hrs into our travels as we awaited our last flight. A pair of real troopers! Sat, 26 Jun 2010 04:49:39 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79&article_id=230 Much has been happening here in Guatemala. Everything from natural disasters and new babies to loved ones moving away! I don't know where to start. God has been good and is seeing us through all the changes and transitions here. Deborah and I look forward to seeing what God has in store for us. In case you have not heard... It's a Boy! David Benjamin Reichard was born on April 11, 2010. Deborah had him here in Santiago at a small hospital. The birth went very well. We left the house around 1 am and baby Davey was born at 4:55 am. We are grateful to God for him and we look forward to him helping us in our ministry. We will be coming to Pennsylvania from July 1st to July 15th and we will be in Wisconsin from July 15-August 3rd. If you would like to meet with us while we are in the states feel free to contact us. Our e-mail is davereichard@gmail.com. Our phone # in Pennsylvania will be 610-966-4904, my parents' house. Our phone number in Wisconsin will be 920-490-4015. The biggest change would be that Tom and Sue have moved to the United States. As a reminder, Tom and Sue are Deborah's parents and former directors of the children's home here. Sue left with their three adopted girls on June 5th. Tom left on June 9th with their two adopted sons. They will be in the states for at least a year if not forever. They are renting a home in Green Bay now. It is very hard for them to leave the ministry after 18 years, but Sue's mother is getting older and needs someone to look after her. They also hope to spend more time with their sons whom they left behind when they went on the mission field. Because of the situation, things had to move quickly making the transition even harder. God is good though and things are working out. Nate and Lizzie are going to be staying till May. They will be a big help. Deborah and I have taken over the ministry here and we are excited to see what God has in-store for us. Since our last newsletter we have received two new children. Jaun, 7 years old, and Mynor, 7 months old. They both seem healthy and fairly well-tempered. Mynor was abandoned at a government funded clinic by his alcoholic parents. Jaun's story is below in the the child highlight. Both have not had an audience yet. Please pray that the judge has wisdom as to where they should go. We started a Children's church program at a nearby church. Nate & Lizzie are heading it up and they, Deborah, myself, and Yelsi take turns teaching. Last week we had over 80 children! We are still hoping to make a school here. The Children's church may be a good way to get our foot in the door for the school. At this point we need volunteers to help run it. You may have heard about the mud slides and volcano eruption that happened a few weeks ago. Please pray for the people of Guatemala. The news says that 150 + have died. We were unable to get to the local town for three days and we were not able to get to Guatemala City for about 6 days. Many of the roads are clear now, however there are mud slides every time it rains now. Different routes to the city are constantly being closed due to mud slides. Last week we took a mission team from Palm Valley Church in Texas to a village that had many homes destroyed in the mud slide. The team purchased many essential items and gave them to the people that had lost their homes. The team from Palm Valley did many things while they were here. They put down ceramic tile, strung a barbed wire fence, washed cars, moved wood, and sanded beams. They also did school programs for two of the local schools and handed out school supplies and Christian activity books. We are very glad they came and enjoyed serving the Lord with them. One of the changes that has come about with this transition is where to send your financial support. Deborah and I are now fully responsible for the home and ministries here. This responsibility includes financial responsibility. Your financial support is greatly appreciated and can be sent to Harvest Fellowship Church: Harvest Fellowship of Colebrookdale584 Colebrookdale Road Boyertown , PA 19512. Please make the check out to Harvest Fellowship Church with a note attached stating that it is for the Reichards or Hands of Compassion. Your donations will be tax deductible. You should no longer send funds to Palm Valley, as you did before. If you do send to Palm valley by mistake, the funds will be forwarded to Harvest. We now have many ways for you to keep up-to-date with the home and ministries here. Here our some of the new things we started. ? FACEBOOK - Our Facebook page - Manos de Compasion _ www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=353694937600 ? Web site - We have a web site still in construction. _ guatemalaministry.com ? Blog - We have a blog where we post the newsletters and write about what is going on. _ gua-ministry.blogspot.com ? Skype - Our Skype name is - david.e.reichard Please see bottom 2 pages. Child Highlight Name: Juan Sicay Age: 7 Yrs. Sex: Male Home Town: Zone 18, Guatemala City Arrival Date: May 14th 2010 Story: We do not know too much about Juan. He came to us a month and a half ago. Juan was picked up off the streets by the police. He says his family moved to Panajachel a while ago. Then his mom went back to the city and left him with a some lady. The lady beat him and so he ran away. Juan was found on the street in a town called San Antonio Palopo. He has the typical street kid habits, however he is showing signs of being a pretty good kid. He likes to help out with ministries and is very attentive. Please pray for Juan as he transitions into our home. Prayer Requests PRAISE GOD!!! Tom , Sue, and their children arrived safely in the states. For our continued safety even through the tropical storm Agatha For a new son For a safe and easy delivery For two new children to raise in the ways of the Lord For the new ministry started at the church "Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good" Psalm 136:1 Please Pray... _ For continued safety in this rainy season and from robbers _ For the new children adjusting to their new home _ For our trip to the states _ That Sara will be able to go home with her adoptive parents very soon _ That this transition will go well and that support will continue to come in "And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith" Matt. 21:22 Please keep all of us in your prayers. Feel free to e - mail us at davereichard@gmail.com or call at 011-502-4407-0519 or 011-502-4407-1480. We would love to hear from people. If you would like to support us on a monthly basis or to give one time gifts please see the information above on page 2. If it be more convenient, donations may be given to my parents, Dave and Linda Reichard, to deposit into an account. Thank you all for your support and your e- mails. God Bless. Contact Info Below How to Contact us The name for the sending address will be changed by the next newsletter. For now you can place what is written. Our Address in Guatemala for letters only (no packages): The Stukenbergs A-0025 P. O. Box 669004 Miami Springs, Florida 33266. For those who wish to contribute and want a tax receipt, please make check out and send to: Harvest Fellowship of Colebrookdale584 Colebrookdale Road Boyertown , PA 19512. Sat, 26 Jun 2010 04:49:08 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79&article_id=229 arrived home last Monday from my trip to another city on Sulawesi. The main purpose of the visit was to attend a Bible Dedication for a newly translated New Testament. This alone was extremely enlightening and encouraging. Seeing the interaction between churches, church leaders, tribal groups, organizations (and even different religions) centered around the arrival of the WORD into this local language was fascinating. I was also challenged to realize that the books that were distributed that day were the product of nearly 30 years of ministry! As a coworker here often reminds us: "This is a distance race!" As I waited for a plane home (there are only 3 commercial flights a week), I was able to do a little sightseeing and fact finding for our team. As we've mentioned before, Amy and I are involved in helping new families as they transition to this part of central Indonesia. It just so happened that this city I visited is strategic to a few existing and developing tribal ministries, and a possible location for families learning Indonesian culture and language. So in my extra time I was able to gather some information and make some early contacts with churches there. As with our experience here in Manado, these churches will play a major role in helping new families adjust and adapt to the very different life here in Sulawesi. And I'm certain they will, because everyone I met was extremely caring and generous to the poor American "bachelor" among them. So much so, that the only food I bought myself all weekend was a cup of coffee! Although I've been safely home for a few days already, I didn't want to miss the opportunity to say THANKYOU to everyone who prayed for Amy and the boys while I was away last week. They still had a few rough spots (as you might imagine) but everyone survived! Amy was blessed to have a close friend from church hang out each day and until evening so that there were another set of hands and eyes on the job. I have a feeling things could have been much worse without your prayers and encouragement. Again: THANKYOU! In the next days and weeks we'll need your prayers a few other areas: 1. Continuing faithfulness in using our time well. 2. Grace and patience with each other and toward our boys. 3. Preparing for increased involvement at the Missionary Training Center next semester (teaching 2 classes/day). 4. Our housing situation (Yes, we ARE looking at another move soon!) 5. Making plans and setting goals for short and long term ministry here in Indonesia. It's nice to be home and I know you'd all agree. We always appreciate your thoughts, prayers, and encouraging emails. Please keep 'em coming! Michael (for Amy and the boys) Sat, 26 Jun 2010 04:49:08 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79&article_id=228 Dear Prayer Family, We have been wanting to write to you for a while now. We sat down weeks ago and started a letter but it never got finished. Now we would like to take a few minutes to catch you up on what has been going on. We arrived safely back in Slovenia on Cinco de Mayo after spending just over 2 months in the US. We had good travels despite the strike and snowstorm that we arrived between when traveling to the US, and the volcanic eruption that didn't affect our travel, though it stranded and delayed so many others in the weeks leading up to our departure, back to Slovenia. Just in those things we felt blessed. Our time in the US was wonderful and we enjoyed being able to catch up with so many of you. We would like to thank all the churches, groups and people that made time and place for us to visit, share, encourage and be encouraged. We also want to make sure that we thank so many of you for sharing with us your prayer, time and finances. We were truly blessed in so many ways. So we are thankful to God and to those whose hearts He moved (and were open to being moved) on our behalf. Thank you for your partnership with us. Since we returned to Slovenia so much has happened. It is hard to believe that it has just been one month. We have been busy catching up with people here. That has been good and we have enjoyed seeing people again. We were happy to hear about things that continued while we were gone to the US. Our student Bible study didn't meet every week that we were gone, however it did meet, there were some new people that came out once or twice and God showed that this is His work and not ours, for which we are thankful. Since returning we have had some good opportunities to renew acquaintances and friendships, continue to study the Bible and share in the lives of others God's word and love. At the same time we continue to sense a great need for prayer. While we see the beginnings of some good things happening here we sense that God has more that He is preparing for this city and we want to be faithful to pray and seek Him. We need Him to be the Author of anything that happens here. We desire that He would guide and direct our steps both short and long term...both big and small. Please join us in prayer as we seek continued direction. Many of you joined with us in praying for our team mates to be able to finish raising support and receive clearance to come to Slovenia. While they have not raise quite all of their support, about 2 weeks after we arrived back in Slovenia Nathan and Dawn were given clearance to buy tickets and prepare for departure. Just a few days ago we picked them up at the airport! They are here! We are so excited to welcome them. God has already provided a place for them to stay and as they move in there they will begin to get set up and settled into life in Maribor. Julia and Christian have transitioned back into life here. Christian is back in daycare which is helping prepare him to start school in September. Julia is missing the preschool she enjoyed so much in the US, however she has been enjoying learning with mama. Please pray as we consider, and try to find out exactly what options are available, for her schooling. We are still waiting for final word on the charter for the Sara Women's Center. Apparently the charter has been approved but there has been some trouble with the computer recognizing the address. We are on the edge of being able to take final steps toward opening yet there are still some things standing in the way. We know it will all be in God's perfect timing but please pray with us through this process. Please pray with us as we consider plans for the future, for the family center we want to move ahead with here in Maribor, for a Bible study for couples and young families, for Bible study topics for the summer months and as we consider the need for a new(er), larger car. Again we are thankful for your care, concern, prayer, encouragement and support. We are always happy to hear from you so please don't hesitate to write us on email, Facebook, Skype or personal letter! We want to stay in touch with you. God bless. Jim Olya Christian and Julia Sat, 26 Jun 2010 04:49:08 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79&article_id=227 Our week was filled with: Day-long meetings A graduation A wedding A BIG going away party A night out with a fellow teacher and his family This all means that our dress clothes haven't had much chance to get washed, and we haven't had to eat at home much. It's been a fun but tiring week. Here comes the weekend. Since we are between semesters at the Missionary Training Center, we are looking at taking several working trips. First up, early this morning Michael left to attend a Bible dedication in another part of the island. He gets the privilege of travelling with several heads of our local board and is looking forward to spend time with these respected men. They are gong to leave him Saturday, so Saturday and Sunday night he will be looking for a bed to sleep in. He's also there to help develop church contacts, so we're praying that he'll get offered a bed at one of the church leaders homes. Otherwise he'll have to enjoy a night at a resort with himself. At home the kids and I will be trying to pass time. It's the first time in a long time that Michael will be away. I've got swimming trips and friends and other small distractions planned. Please pray for us three as Daddy is away. Amy (for the Michael, Greyson, and Jude) Sat, 26 Jun 2010 04:49:08 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79&article_id=44 If you have participated in a missions trip or are one of our missionaries, and would like to share your story of what God has done through you, please contact Alan Ellis Sat, 26 Jun 2010 04:49:08 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=367 Wednesday, March 24, 201010:15 AMCovenant Christian SchoolBethlehem, PASaturday, March 27, 2010TBASomerset Christian Missionary Alliance ChurchSomerset, PAWednesday, April 7, 20107 PMSt. Matthew's Evangelical ChurchEmmaus, PASaturday, April 24, -Saturday May 1, 2010Missions TripAt least 10 Programs at various locations in MichiganFlushing, MISunday, May 23, 20109:30 AMNazareth Moravian ChurchNazareth, PAFriday, June 25, 201010 AMRed Hill Christian SchoolRed Hill, PAFriday, July 16, 20108:40 PMSalem Bible ChurchMacungie, PA Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:34:07 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=58 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=58&article_id=86 Salem Bible Church holds Sunday morning worship services at 9:30 AM. Children age 12 and under can attend Children's Church (ages 2 -5) or Junior Church (1st - 6th grade) programs during worship. Audio recordings of our past sermons are available for listening or downloading on our Sermons Online page. We offer five adult Sunday school classes for different age groups. Children's and Adult Sunday school start right after Worship or around 11:00 AM. Nursery service is available all Sunday morning for newborns and toddlers (to age 2). A Prayer and Praise service occurs at 7:00 PM on Wednesday in the auditoruim. Come pray with us. Mon, 8 Mar 2010 09:37:47 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47&article_id=63 Contact Pastor Hutteman "Karat Kowa ni Yenkam Purik si haipras komi si". This greeting in the Iwam language of Papua New Guinea means, "I thank God for you all." As many people know, learning a second language is not easy. This was just one of the many difficulties that Pastor John Hutteman and his family faced in order to fulfill their desire to serve the Lord in foreign missions. John Hutteman was born in Maryland, outside of D.C. He moved to Pennsylvania when he was in high school. After graduating from Freedom High School in Bethlehem, he married Debbie, whom he had met while working at the "golden arches". In 1976, John came to know the Lord as his personal savior through the witness of several family members who had gotten saved. He had two children by this time, and was living in Quakertown and working as a painter. He and Debbie started attending a small Baptist Church in Quakertown, but some things did not seem to make sense when compared to the more charismatic direction his family members had taken. His pastor at that time suggested he take some Bible classes at Philadelphia College of the Bible, so he did. In 1980, he started to attend Salem Bible Church, where Pastor Goodman was pastoring. He continued taking classes at PCB and after 4 years received his certificate. He had been challenged to missions, and in 1983, applied to both a home and foreign mission board. Both boards denied his applications because of lack of schooling. Pastor Rick pointed him to New Tribes Missions, but because of fear of the jungle settings they worked in, he left to pursue more education at Florida Bible College. While there, he earned his Associates degree, and God took away his fear and confirmed his leading to foreign missions, and especially to New Tribes Missions. A verse that was instrumental in helping him realize that God does not lead through fear was II Tim. 1:7. John began training with New Tribes Missions in 1985. After 1½ years of training, he completed a year of deputation and left with his family for Papua New Guinea in 1988. Thirteen years and many family sacrifices later, they completed their work in tribal church planting. It was at this juncture, that Pastor John and his wife were praying for further direction and leading by the Lord. Their prayers were answered through a series of interesting events and in a way that was quite unexpected. They received an invitation to come on staff at Salem Bible Church. Pastor John felt incredibly blessed to be a missionary, and never actually considered being a pastor until the offer from Salem Bible Church. In 2000, the Huttemans agreed to come on board, and have been serving here ever since 2001. Aside from raising 5 children-Abby, Michael, Rachel, Tara, and John-now grown, Debbie has served at Salem in the area of ladies' ministries. Pastor John's responsibilities include the handling of the Family Life and Equipping aspects of Salem's ministries, as well as preaching, and sharing responsibilities with the other pastors, such as visitation, funerals, and weddings. Pastor Hutteman completed a 4 yr degree from Lancaster Bible College in 2004, and is currently working on his Masters program. In his spare time, Pastor Hutteman enjoys spending time with his family. Mon, 8 Mar 2010 09:05:26 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47&article_id=347 Click to send an email to Pastor Rick GoodmanClick to send an email to Pastor John HuttemanClick to send an email to Pastor Kevin Schultz Mon, 8 Mar 2010 09:04:46 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=124 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=124&article_id=85 Purpose To provide quality Christian and secular print and non-print materials for members and friends of Salem Bible Church and Salem Christian School to study and enjoy. Location The library is located in the right hand corner of the gym building. Ministry Programs During the week the school library is staffed three mornings per week to educate elementary students in library skills, research skills, and literature appreciation. Students also exchange books during their class time. Students in all grades are welcome to use the library resources. Occasional book fairs are held in conjunction with the school's Open House. The library is open on Sunday mornings between services and immediately following Sunday School. Sunday Volunteer - Staff the library on Sunday mornings on a rotating basis. School Volunteer - Assist the librarian with classes on Monday a.m., Wednesday or Thursday p.m. on an as needed basis. Book Processing - Help with book processing which includes stamping, putting on book jackets and spine labels, etc. Volunteers are needed on an occasional basis. Qualifications Enjoy working with people, possess organizational skills, and be willing to familiarize yourself with the Dewey Decimal system, library operations such as using the card catalog to locate materials in the collection, and library procedures (handbook provided). Ministry Staff Sheila Kishbaugh - Librarian Wayne Kishbaugh - Sunday assistant and general handyman Barbara Kline - School Library aide Joyce Reichelderfer - School Library aide For more information or to volunteer please contact Sheila Kishbaugh at 610-845-2769 or by email. Mon, 8 Mar 2010 08:22:54 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=21 Mon, 8 Mar 2010 07:43:45 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=184 TO OFFER HOPE... TO CHANGE LIVES... TO DEVELOP FULLY DEVOTED FOLLOWERS OF JESUS. Join us for practical ideas for practical living using God's word as our guide! A friendly welcome, uplifting Christian music , live dramas and practical video moments are all a part of what makes our church a special place! Fri, 5 Mar 2010 10:31:17 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=55 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=55&article_id=81 The Elder Board and Deacons are men elected by the church members to lead and serve the church. Candidates for these positions must abide with the scriptural requirements as set forth in 1 Timothy 3:17 and Titus 1:5-9. Candidates are elected for three-year terms. The Elder Board is the official governing body for the church. Elders are the overseers of the church. They are responsible to protect the doctorinal, moral and directional purity of the church (Acts 20). Deacons are ministers of the church (Acts 6:1-6). They are responsible for the oversight of the day-to-day operations of the church. Elders: Cliff Crist, ChairmanBlake Morgan, Vice-Chairman John Reese,Treasurer Stephen King, Vice-TreasurerTom Laubscher, SecretaryGlen HarrisEarl Schlegel Bill YelletsChris Zang Tha pastors are ex-officio members of the Elder Board. Deacons: Paul WendlingJay DelpDave TroutDale Orth Darryl WendlingTom Wendling Scott Schoenly Tue, 2 Mar 2010 08:44:48 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=76 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=76&article_id=23 Each of these missionaries live in the United States, but affect international communities of people. They have a part in missions by the jobs that they do. They are helping to expand the gospel globally through their skills and services. Visit these links below to find out more or explore the Local Missions and Global Missions pages to find out what is going on in those regions. MISSIONARY JOB DESCRIPTION [ New Tribes Mission ] Rand and Debbie Burgett Computer Programming & Writing Larry and Carol Craig Teaching Missionary Candidates Paul and Carol Cheshire [ BCM International ] David and Esther Zimmerman Curriculum Development Steve and Jane King Technology/Teacher Training [ InterFACE ] The Perry Family Sharing Christ with International Students Tue, 2 Mar 2010 07:32:25 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=77 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=77&article_id=21 All around the globe there are communities of people who have never heard the name of Jesus. These missionaries are involved in expanding community globally. They may be involved in planting a church in a remote location, working with Hindu people, ministering through medical and building projects, helping remote missionaries with physical things, translating the Bible into a tribal language, or leading a missionary team in secular Europe.Visit these pages for more information about Local Missions programs and Regional Missions programs. MISSIONARY ORGANIZATIONCOUNTRY [ AFRICA ] Paul and Carol Cheshire New Tribes Mission Senegal [ ASIA ] Michael and Amy Hutteman New Tribes Mission Indonesia [ CARRIBEAN ] Ray & Ruth Shive TEAMS for Medical Missions Jamaica [ EUROPE ] Jim and Olya Howard Pioneers Slovenia [ PACIFIC ] Daryl and Kelly Hess New Tribes Mission Papua New Guinea John and Christina Hutteman New Tribes Mission Papua New Guinea Tue, 2 Mar 2010 07:25:42 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=50 The Puppet Pals is an international program that uses puppets to teach children (and adults) the good news about Jesus. The Puppet Pals team is made up of high school students from Salem Christian School. Salem Christian School is a K through 12 school operating at Salem Bible Church. If you would like more information please visit http://www.salemchristian.org/. Tue, 2 Feb 2010 07:29:45 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=51 Christmas (at Salem Bible Church and also at several other places around the area)Vacation Bible School festivalCandy Carnival Tue, 2 Feb 2010 07:24:42 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=52 For a schedule of upcoming shows or more information about the Puppet Pals, contact: Jim Howard - (610) 966-2716 Tue, 2 Feb 2010 07:24:42 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=102 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=102&article_id=223 In addition to the weekly technical support of the worship service, volunteers are needed to produce videos, take pictures, etc. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:13:48 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=102 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=102&article_id=222 Worship at Salem Bible Church uses technical support for sound, lighting and audio-visual. If you have interest in this area of service, email Sean Miller or call 610 966-5822 to volunteer. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:13:46 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=94 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=94&article_id=68 During the main service and Sunday School, your child has a fun place to interact with kids their own age while being taught about God's Word. We want this to be your child's favorite part of their week. It is a safe and happy place staffed by caring women who have all had background checks and are approved to work with children. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:00:47 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=95 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=95&article_id=76 Junior Church is located in the Chapel. Your children are taught and discipled through:Biblical Object LessonsMissionary Stories, Reports & ProjectsQuizzes "Sword" DrillsPuppet skits and songsGamesVideosMusical and dramatic opportunitiesCraftsEncouragementLove The faces you will see weekly are: Jim & Bev Howard, Lorraine Mohr, Brian Strausser Part-time you will see: Chris Orth, Gale O'Brien & Donna DeVoll, Blake & Allison Morgan & Family, Bill Yellets, Jay Delp, Dan & Tiffany Goodman, Mark & Daisy MarushakFor more questions contact Jim Howard Mon, 11 Jan 2010 09:58:44 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=95 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=95&article_id=80 Here at Salem your child has a fun place to interact with kids their own age while being taught about God's Word. We want this to be your child's favorite part of their week. It is a safe and happy place staffed by caring people who have all had background checks and are approved to work with children. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 09:57:00 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=100 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=100&article_id=221 If you have a heart and talent for leading Worship through music, consider joining the Salem Bible Church Praise Team. Email Kevin Schultz or call 610 966-5822. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 09:54:19 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=21 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=21&article_id=17 Miss a Message?Click on this link to order a CD or tape of a previous sermon Tue, 5 Jan 2010 12:09:20 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=69 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=69&article_id=48 The Deaf Ministry is a ministry that utilizes the gifts of its volunteers to minister to those in our congregation who are deaf or hard of hearing. Salem Bible Church's Deaf Ministry provides interpretation using American Sign Language (ASL) for the deaf and the hearing impaired every week at our 9:30 A.M. Sunday service. For more information, please contact Vicki Laubscher using the PA Relay System at 711-610-366-8174. If you know ASL sign language and want to volunteer in this ministry, please contact Vicki Laubscher by phone at 610-366-8174 or via email . Mon, 4 Jan 2010 13:33:12 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29&article_id=34 Contact a Ministry Whatever your age or interest area, there are so many ways to get involved at Salem it's hard to describe them all. If you've got any kind of skill, talent, interest, passion (or just some free time and a willingness to serve!) then we've got something just for you! Our many ministries offer multiple ways to be a part of our community, learn more about our faith and serve others. Through our ministries, you will also find loving communities of people who can support and guide you through life's journey. Our mission is to Grow in understanding God's will Live reflecting Christ's love Share God's love across the street and around the world The heartbeat of Salem is our ministries, and we believe every member needs to find a place to plug-in to ministry. At Salem every member is a minister and every task is important. A commitment to ministry is a commitment to discover and use our God-given gifts and abilities to serve God and others. To learn more about Salem ministries, click through the "Ministries" listing on the left side of this page to learn about the following ministries: - Churchwide, Caring, and Worship ministries - Adult and Young Adults ministries - Men and Women ministries - Children and school ministries Join a Home Group Home Groups are small fellowship groups which meet to share the Word of God, focused curriculum and life experiences. Many different things go into the formation of a Home Group, including level of faith, age group, and geographic location. The end result is a group of people who come to know God and each other in a very personal way. To learn more about Home Groups at Salem, click here. Become a Church Member Joining our church is not like joining a club. There are no dues or secret handshakes. The only requirement is a profession of belief in Jesus Christ. More information on our next Membership Class will be forthcoming. Mon, 4 Jan 2010 13:31:03 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=73 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=73&article_id=158 You can contact Salem Bible Church using any of the following methods. Our normal office hours are 9am - 4pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: (610)966-5822 email: churchinfo@salem-bible.org U.S. Mail: Salem Bible Church 8031 Salem Bible Church Rd. Macungie, PA 18062 Mon, 4 Jan 2010 13:10:24 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27&article_id=36 As members of the Salem family, we have the privilege of using our God-given gifts, interests, abilities, personalities and experiences in serving the Body of Christ and reaching out to others outside our family in service and witness to our Lord. Talk to our leaders and pastors about ways you feel you can be in ministry with us at Salem Bible Church. Click here to send an email to our pastors. Mon, 4 Jan 2010 09:03:12 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=2 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=2&article_id=2 Salem Bible Church is a biblically based congregation committed to worshipping God and seeking His power to be evidenced among us through: Salvation of the lost both locally and around the world; Growth of individual Christians toward Christlike maturity; and A Community where believers minister to one another in Christian love. Mon, 4 Jan 2010 08:38:27 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28&article_id=73 Welcome to Salem Bible Church - The Church on the Mountain. Please explore our website to learn more about us. Click on the (map) to see our location south of Macungie, PA. Salem Bible Church is an independant Bible Church serving the Lord through His people at this location since 1939. Come worship the Lord with us. You can listen to some of our recent sermons on our online Sermon Player. Mon, 4 Jan 2010 08:27:45 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=101 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=101&article_id=169 For more information on this ministry contact Beth Ellis Sun, 3 Jan 2010 11:14:58 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=101 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=101&article_id=218 HIS Players is also available to present meaningful (and often humorous) short entertainments for holidays, special occasions and smaller events, such as Ladies' Ministry programs. Longer programs, such as for outreach events, are also within our scope. It is our hope to present an outreach Dinner Theater in the near future and to eventually form a Traveling Troupe. Sun, 3 Jan 2010 11:11:23 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=101 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=101&article_id=217 Participants are needed not only for Acting, and Directing but also for Script-writing, Stage Crew, Props and Costumes, Lighting, Sound and Video. In most cases previous experience is not required. What's needed is a willingness to take diection, ability to faithfully attend reheearsals and a commitment to doing the best job possible. Sun, 3 Jan 2010 11:10:09 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=101 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=101&article_id=216 HIS Players is the Drama Ministry of Salem Bible Church, Our purpose is to present well-written, well-rehearsed drama to illustrate truth and to prepare hearts. It is our passion to see hearts softened and prepared to receive God's Word and to present a mirror in which we can see the truth about ourselves. Our Sunday morning presentations are 5-8 minute sketches as requested from time to time by the pastors to illustrate a particular message.. Sun, 3 Jan 2010 11:09:06 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=98 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=98&article_id=207 Visit our Youth website at www.salemyouth.org Thu, 8 Oct 2009 12:55:02 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47&article_id=64 Contact Pastor Schultz From ‘pasture' to ‘pastor', Kevin Schultz has broadened his farming skills from tending the herds down on the farm, to tending the flock of God up at the "Church on the mountain." Pastor Kevin, "PK" to those who know him well, was born and raised in East Greenville, PA, on a 27-acre farm that has been in his family since the 1700s, and his family's good testimony has been widely respected in the community for generations. At the young age of 6, he came to know the Lord through the leading of his mom. It was in1980, when he was in the 6th grade, that he began attending Salem Christian School, and continued to do so until he graduated in 1987. After graduation, he went on to receive an associate's degree in liberal arts from Pinebrook Junior College in 1989, and began working as a mechanic at a garage in Bechtelsville. It was during this time that Pastor Kevin began coaching soccer at Salem Christian and helping out with the youth at Salem Bible Church. He had been mentored and influenced himself as a youth by many teachers, coaches, and other people at Salem, especially Pastor Dan O'Brien. Pastor Kevin met his future wife at Salem, and through working in her parents ministry, the Puppet Pals, and continuing to volunteer as a coach and youth leader, he began to realize that he was not finding fulfillment as a mechanic, but rather in his ministry with the youth, and God began to stir in him the desire to serve full-time. Beth Howard and Kevin Schultz were married in 1991, and in 1992, the Lord opened the door for him to become Youth Pastor here at Salem. He continued ministering to the youth until he completed his BS in Bible from Philadelphia Biblical University in 2004, when his ministry took on a more adult role at Salem as program director, which also included being in charge of the order of service for Sunday worship time. Over the years, the Lord has blessed Pastor Kevin's family, which includes 2 children, Megan and Philip, who have also served with him at times during worship, as well as in short-term mission trips. His wife, Beth, has previously taught 2nd grade at Salem Christian School, but is currently using her elementary education degree to serve as 5th grade teacher at Salem Christian School. She can be found Sunday mornings serving behind the visitor table in the foyer, as well as using her hospitality to welcome new families into her home to get to know them. Pastor Kevin's responsibilities include helping the other 2 pastors by filling in preaching when needed, leading the worship service, overseeing the church staff, and heading up large events. His passion is to see Christians grow in their relationship with the Lord, and his way of facilitating that goal is by helping new people get connected, acclimated, and involved at Salem by helping them ascertain their needs and gifts. It is his desire and vision that Salem be a haven for the community, a place where people can find refreshment and renewed energy in their Christian walk, and where families can serve together. Pastor Kevin is currently pursuing a 3 yr. program at Biblical Theological Seminary in Hatfield, Pa, where he will receive a Masters in Divinity. He also uses his carpentry skills by making cabinets for a local organ company on the side, and in his very spare time, enjoys playing basketball and golf. Fri, 11 Sep 2009 10:56:31 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47&article_id=62 Contact Pastor Goodman The year was 1964. The 1st Beatles album was released in the U.S. The 1st Ford Mustang rolled off the assembly line. Merv Griffin's game show, "Jeopardy", debuted on NBC. The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution was passed authorizing the U.S.'s involvement in the Vietnam War. And Rick Goodman graduated from high school to embark on the next phase of his life at Le Tourneau College in TX. These are only a few of the events of that year, and while some may seem more important than others, the events that brought Rick Goodman to Salem Bible Church in Macungie, PA, hold significance in the lives of those he has touched over the years. Pastor Rick was born in Monroeville, outside of Pittsburgh, PA, but moved with his family to Fort Lauderdale, FL, when he was 3. After his graduation from high school, he completed 2 years of his undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering at Le Tourneau College. In the summer between his sophomore and junior years of college, he came to truly know the Lord as his Savior while attending a youth ministry called, "Ranch". Then, during his third year at Le Tourneau, he lost interest in pursuing his engineering degree, dedicated his life to the Lord at Camp Bibletown in Boca Raton, Fl, and went right to Florida Bible College. In 1968, he married Carol Ann, who had also been attending Florida Bible College. After his graduation with a BA in Bible from FBC in '69, they moved to Southampton, PA, where they became house parents at an orphanage called "Bethanna". From there they moved to Doylestown and started the same youth ministry, "Ranch", that had been so influential in his own life. He continued with the "Ranch" ministry for the next 8 yrs., while also becoming youth pastor at First Baptist Church in Doylestown, where he assisted the Senior Pastor during 6 ½ of those 8 yrs. with "Ranch". It was the desire of Pastor Rick and Carol Ann to eventually start a church up in Schuylkill Haven, so for the next several months after his resignation from First Baptist, they began to investigate the area for opportunities. It was a call from Steve Spacek that eventually led Pastor Rick, Carol Ann, and their two boys, Rick and Dan to Salem. Steve, who had helped start other churches, had been told that Salem was in need of a pastor at that time, and asked Pastor Rick if he would be willing to fill in until they were able to find one. Pastor Rick agreed to commute from Doylestown, and from Oct. '77 through March '78, he got to know the people of the church very well, often having dinner and staying in the their homes after long days. God used this time to bring about a desire for Pastor Rick and his family to permanently stay on at Salem, and in March '78, they agreed to do so. Along with Pastor David Haines, of First Baptist, Pastor Rick has credited many people of faith here at Salem for mentoring and influencing his own life. During his years here at Salem, Pastor Rick has also earned a Masters degree in Religious Education. He was also instrumental in founding Salem Christian School. Besides preaching, his responsibilities include the evangelism/outreach aspects of Salem's ministries, as well as sharing other responsibilities with the other pastors such as visitation, funerals, and weddings. Carol Ann, along with raising two boys, has also served by his side in teaching ladies' Bible studies, heading up the nursery ministry, setting up funeral meals, plus much more "behind the scenes" work. In his spare time, Pastor Rick enjoys the peaceful serenity of Lake Nockamixon in his little boat. Fri, 11 Sep 2009 10:56:31 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=76 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=76&article_id=335 John and Christina Huttemen are currently on the mission field in Papua New Guinea. John and Christina, both children of missionary families, completed their training with the New Tribes Mission Board, were married and now have a two year old son, Josiah. John's father is the asociate pastor at Salem Bible Church. Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:59:39 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=97 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=97&article_id=118 WE ARE EXCITED... so you should be excited to!! JOIN US Wednesday Nights - 7:00 to 8:30 at the Church Stop by or email us for more information: Howard Husack, Bill Payne CLICK HERE to tell us about yourself so we can follow up and learn how we can meet your needs OTHER CALENDAR ITEMS:Coming Soon - why don't you nag us with email until we populate this better :) Tue, 14 Jul 2009 10:49:29 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=78 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=78&article_id=198 Salem Bible Church often sponsers Short Term Mission Trips. Keep watching for announcements of future trips. Tue, 14 Jul 2009 10:46:35 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=241 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=241&article_id=132 American men are in a tough position. We live in a country awash with sensual images available twenty-four hours a day on a variety of mediums: print, television, videos, internet, movies. It is impossible to avoid such temptations, but not impossible to rise above them. Join with other men in our Men's Bible Study. The group meets in the Fireplace room on Thursdays at 7:00 PM. Tue, 14 Jul 2009 03:18:10 MST http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79 http://www.salem-bible.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=79&article_id=42 Missionaries are normal, everyday people put into situations that aren't so normal. We all feel the same feelings of fear, of inadequacy, of need, of uncertainty. As you read the stories below, think how you would react if you were put into the same situations. Wed, 18 Feb 2009 11:20:13 MST