A Message From Our Pastor
Salem First Assembly is more than just a Church building, it’s a place where people can find HOPE in the name of Jesus Christ and a place that everyone can call home. We want you to know that you are always welcome here! We believe God has a divine purpose and a plan for your life if you truly want to discover it.
The family of Salem First carry a desire to personally grow in our relationship with God and with those around us, so we may gain a greater understanding together as we learn and grow into everything God has designed and called us to do. We desire that everyone would find freedom through the forgiveness of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to carry a daily focus on God's will and discover His purpose for our lives so that we can go into the world and make a difference in the lives of those who God brings into our path. Our prayer is that you too would experience his life changing power found only in Jesus Christ and find your divine purpose for your life and your family.
At Salem First, we are seeking to follow Jesus in every area of our life, and though we are all growing in our relationship with our savior we want to be intentional and purposeful in our pursuit of Jesus Christ. I would like to give you a personal invitation to come and worship with us and we will believe you will experience the presence of God in the midst of the family of God.
The family of Salem First carry a desire to personally grow in our relationship with God and with those around us, so we may gain a greater understanding together as we learn and grow into everything God has designed and called us to do. We desire that everyone would find freedom through the forgiveness of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to carry a daily focus on God's will and discover His purpose for our lives so that we can go into the world and make a difference in the lives of those who God brings into our path. Our prayer is that you too would experience his life changing power found only in Jesus Christ and find your divine purpose for your life and your family.
At Salem First, we are seeking to follow Jesus in every area of our life, and though we are all growing in our relationship with our savior we want to be intentional and purposeful in our pursuit of Jesus Christ. I would like to give you a personal invitation to come and worship with us and we will believe you will experience the presence of God in the midst of the family of God.
Our Staff
Pastor Brian & Paula
Lead Pastor and Wife
Pastor Brian & Paula Corkum have been ministering at Salem First Assembly and the community of Salem County for 23yrs. They came from Springfield Missouri in 2001. They have four wonderful grown sons, and four terrific daughters in love, and six awesome grandchildren. The family of Salem First would love to see you in our family so you may have a part in taking the Gospel of Jesus Christ to Everybody Everywhere”
Loretta L. Flagstad
Connect Kids/Executive Assistant
Loretta and her husband Tim have been with the church for many years. Loretta has been serving as Director of our Connect Kids ministry. She also serves as the Executive Assistance. She and her family have grown up in the church and have impacted and influenced many lives over the many years. They are such a blessing to the body of Christ. Their heart for God, for the people of Salem Assembly, and the community in which they live and serve is seen daily.
Paula N Corkum
Director of H.O.L.F.P.
Paula Corkum has been the director of “Hands of Love Food Pantry” for 17 yrs. It has served the community under her faithful leadership with dedicated workers who have touched numerous families over the many years in times of need. “Hands of Love Food Pantry” is open every second and fourth Monday of the month from 10am to 12pm.
Pastor Scott Schneider
Connections Pastor
Pastor Scott Schneider has been a minister with the AG since 2018. Scott was born and raised in Des Moines, IA. He moved to New Jersey in 1999 and has been ministering alongside his wife, Kari, for the last 23 years. Scott is excited to have the opportunity to be a part of the Salem First Assembly family and he looks forward to many years of sharing the Gospel and building disciples in the community of Salem and beyond.
Kari Schneider
Worship Leader
Kari Schneider is the Worship Leader for Salem First Assembly. She has lived in New Jersey all of her life and has been involved in worship ministry for over 35 years. She and her husband, Scott, have been married for 23 years and have enjoyed ministering together to the community of South Jersey. Kari and Scott have 3 wonderful children and 2 grandchildren.
Jordan and Summer Fareira
N.F.L. Youth Leaders
Jordan and Summer Fareira have been married for 2 years, together they have over 8 years of experience working with pre-teens and teenagers. Together they have served students from both the inner city of Philadelphia and the suburbs of South Jersey. Jordan and Summer both have a passion for the youth and families of Salem and believe God for a revival in the lives of the youth. They are excited to build relationships with the families in Salem and surrounding areas. The Fareira’s were called to Salem by the Lord and look forward to serving and connecting with the community.