The Church Is Not a Building
Now that we will definitely break ground and start work on a new building, it’s good to think about how the church is more than a building. When Salem's downtown building was destroyed in the flood of 2008, we knew that the church is not the building, it’s more than that. Likewise when we construct a new building, it’s good to acknowledge that the church is not the new building either. It’s more than that. Without a doubt, a building is a blessing, a gift, a tool. But the church is more than the building. This is important because we’re going to grow. When we break ground and build a new building, we’re going to see new people. We live in a culture that likes new things. And a new “church” is no exception. New people will come and be a part of Salem. In fact, we’re working intentionally to reach out to new people so that they will become a part of this wonderful congregation. We’re going to grow. Our goal, however is not just to have more people who are a part of Salem. R...