Congregations that approach financial stewardship from a biblical perspective do not view the money Christians give to their congregation merely as a way to pay its bills. Rather, such congregations see financial contributions as a way to help people grow spiritually in their relationship with God by supporting their congregation’s mission and ministry with a percentage of their incomes. Salem’s Finance Committee continues with the New Consecration Sunday Stewardship Program as a way to teach the biblical and spiritual principles of generous giving in our stewardship education emphasis.

New Consecration Sunday is based on the biblical philosophy of the need of the giver to give for his or her own spiritual development, rather than on the need of the congregation to receive. Instead of treating people like members of a social club who should pay dues, we will treat people like followers of Jesus Christ who want to give unselfishly as an act of discipleship. New Consecration Sunday encourages people toward proportionate and systematic giving in response to the question, “What percentage of my income is God calling me to give?”

During morning worship on Consecration Sunday, we are asking our attendees and members to make their financial commitments to Marion Salem Church’s missionary, benevolent, and educational ministries in this community and around the world. Every attendee and member who completes an Estimate of Giving Card does so voluntarily by attending morning worship on Consecration Sunday. We urge everyone to attend even if opposed to completing a card.

The procedure is done in such a way that no one feels personal embarrassment if he or she chooses not to fill out a card. We will do no home solicitation to ask people to complete cards. During morning worship on October 25th we will conduct a brief period of instruction and inspiration, climaxed by members making their commitments as a confidential act of worship.

We will encourage participation in Consecration Sunday by asking for reservations at the Consecration Sunday Celebration luncheon following worship. Since we will make no follow-up visits to ask people to complete their cards, we will make every effort to inform, inspire, and commit everyone to attend Consecration Sunday worship.

Thanks in advance for your enthusiastic participation in Consecration Sunday events.

Lay Leader
Charisse Smith

Spend some time with the young people in our congregation by volunteering with “The Refuge.”

• *Small Group Leaders (Pre-Teens or Teens): After each large group teaching session, the group will split into two smaller groups for a more detailed discussion. A list of questions will be provided to the leader. Ideally, we’d like to have the same leader every week or a rotating schedule of leaders , but for now you can sign-up on a week by week basis with Pastor Heather. Preteens small groups will meet from 5:00pm-5:30pm. Teens small groups will meet from 7:30pm-8:00pm.

• *Games Coordinator (Pre-Teens): Arrange for and lead games from 5:30pm-6:00pm. Ideally, we’d like to have the same leader every week or a rotating schedule of leaders , but for now you can sign-up on a week by week basis with Pastor Heather.

• Monthly Snacks Coordinators: Help Pastor Heather decide when snack supplies are low and what snacks to purchase.

• Quarterly Fun Events Coordinators (Pre-Teens or Teens): Work with Pastor Heather to plan special events such as parties, lock-ins, and other events just for fun.

• Mission Events Coordinators (Pre-Teens or Teens): Work with Pastor Heather to plan mission projects and trips.

• Semi-Annual Fundraiser Coordinator: Help plan a fundraiser in the fall and in the spring to benefit both youth ministries.

*Small Group Leaders and Games Coordinators MUST have completed all Ministry Safe requirements before volunteering (see be-low).

This is a reminder to check your email for communications from Ministry Safe on behalf of Marion Salem Global Methodist Church. Volunteers who have not passed the Child Abuse Training and Background Checks will not be permitted to work with children or teens under 18 years of age until these requirements have been met. This is done to protect our both our students and our volunteers. We want all new families coming to our congregation to know that this is a safe place for their family!

If you have questions, issues, or concerns, please contact Pastor Heather. If you have not received emails from Ministry Safe, first check your spam folder, and then email Pastor Heather at pastor.heather.gmc@gmail.com.

From Tara Klenzman, headmistress Rhema Academy

Come and see what Rhema Academy is all about!

What’s happening at Rhema Academy? I invite you all to come and see! Visit returning teachers and meet new teachers all hard at work instructing with the individual talents God has given them. Meet Mrs. Maynard, the ELA and Science teacher, Mrs. Loomis the K-1 teacher, Mr. Lehman, the lower level math, Algebra, Geometry and PE teacher, Miss Diamond, the 2-3 level teacher, Mr. Perez, the Spanish, Latin and PE teacher, Mrs. Slob, the music, art, and lower level Chapel leader, Dr. Clark, the Social Studies, World History and Biology Teacher, as well as Mrs. Perez, our secretary. We are so grateful for Salem Global Methodist Church for allowing us to utilize this beautiful facility and especially the sanctuary on Chapel days. Our students are learning not only how to grow in their knowledge but also in their faith as well as in their character. They are learning they are Lions (our mascot) who are strong and courageous, that they are Christians, and will grow to be faithful followers of Christ Jesus, and that they are Classical so they have in place high expectations in behavior as well as educational goals. Thank you for your prayers and support as we strive together to grow the Kingdom of Christ.

In Christ’s Service,

Tara Klenzman

Join together for an evening at camp on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 5pm at Delaware State Park, Campsites 43-47.

A potluck dinner will be at 6pm. The meat will be provided, just bring your favorite dish to share. …And maybe a camp chair, too!

Come hang around the campfire for an evening of fun, food and fellowship!