Our Pastor
Rev. James "Jay" L. DeMent came to Maryland in 2007 from the Illinois Great Rivers Conference. Jay is a second-career pastor and ordained elder after working 20 years in the construction trades. He and his wife Chris have been married for over 35 years with one daughter, son-in-law, and two grandsons. Rooted in his blue-collar heritage, Jay brings a practical Wesleyan theology to the pulpit through storytelling and humor. He frequently accompanies Bandit (an 8 lb rescue Terrier) on her visits to the people of Salem. He is a graduate of Governors State University and Christian Theological Seminary, carries a journeyman wireman's card, and is
an eternally hopeful Cubs fan.
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Day of Hope - Somebody Cares Baltimore Sat. Aug. 18, 12:30-4pm
This is an opportunity for us to volunteer in Baltimore with this organization led by Katy Stevens husband, Matt. Check out the website,
Somebody Cares Baltimore-Day of Hope
to see what it’s all about and let Judy Jones know if you would like to participate in this great event with other members of Salem.
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