Historic Salem United Church of Christ

About this church

Historic Salem United Church of Christ in Columbia, Pennsylvania, holds services every Sunday. The service is livestreamed on the church's Facebook page at 10:15 a.m. Eastern, and recordings stay available for anyone who prefers to watch at a later time. The congregation is located at 324 Walnut Street, and visitors who want details about attending in person can call (717) 684-6498 or send an email before coming. Known to some as the 'Mother Church,' it describes itself as the oldest church in Columbia.

The congregation traces its beginnings to 1803, when members met in each other's homes to worship, and its original cornerstone was laid in 1805. Early members were German speaking and came from German Reformed and Lutheran backgrounds, and the church later became part of the Evangelical Synod of North America. Services in German continued until 1939. The website includes pages for community outreach, an Open and Affirming statement, pastor information, a calendar, and helpful links, and it offers an online giving option. The church's statement of beliefs says that people are welcome wherever they are on life's journey. First-time visitors should check the calendar page and confirm the current schedule before visiting.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Sunday services, livestream time, site menu · History of the congregation and statement of beliefs · Street address, phone, and email

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