Salem United Methodist Church is celebrating its 135th Anniversary this weekend.
The congregation’s anniversary theme is: “Many Generations Continue to Praise Thy Works” Psalm 145:4. In honor of the 135th Church Anniversary, the Salem family will gather for a Homecoming Celebration Dinner on Saturday, Sept. 20. Church Anniversary Worship Services will be held on Sunday, Sept,.21 at 9:30 am.
Joanna Carlberg has put together a 135th anniversary book with historical information and photos. The book can be previewed here and there is ordering info there as well.
Dr. Francis and Martha Paddock donated a parcel of land for the church near the C&NW Railroad in 1879.