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September 25, 2011 - The Big Welcome - Pictures

The Big Welcome turned out to be a successful day with some wonderful singing from The Barry Ladies Choir and a very passionate address from Garin Jenkins.

Formerly know as "Back to church Sunday" we are celebrating "The Big Welcome" on 25th September with a visit from the Barry Ladies Choir and Wales's most capped rugby union hooker, Garin Jenkins. Garin gained more than 50 caps for Wales, he is a former captain of Swansea. He played in three World Cups and won both league and cup honours with his club - not to mention scoring a try in Swansea's famous 21 - 6 rout of Australia in 1992. Please join us on this special day.

June 25, 2011 - The Proclamation Ceremony for the 2012 National Eisteddfod takes place in Barry - Pictures

The Welsh National Eisteddfod will be held in August 2012 in the Vale of Glamorgan. As Barry is the civic centre of the Vale the proclamation ceremony [which has to be at least one year and one day prior to the event] was held in Gladstone Gardens. A procession was held starting at King's Square, parading along Holton Road and through Beryl Road [directly past Salem] to the park. It was decided to open the church to let the people see the church talk to those in attendance and have free refreshments. During this time Anthony Lockyer entertained the visitors at the piano. Over a hundred people came into the church to see, to talk and to take refreshments.

A large congregation of family, friends and the church fellowships from Salem and Chiddingfold witnessed the Ordination of our brother Ian. Rev. Clive Jones welcomed everyone to the service. The Rev. Nick Bradshaw, Regional Minister for the South Wales Baptist Association led the commendations and conducted the Ordination Vows. Ian gave his testimonial speaking of the grace of God. Other commendations were made by Tom Lafford, Secretary of Salem, Rev. Simon Woodman, Tutor in Biblical Studies at the South Wales Baptist College and Mary Ogden, Elder from Chiddingfold Baptist Church The prayer and laying on of hands included Nick, Simon, Clive, Craig, Mary and Esther. Gaynor Jones read the lesson. The message was given by Rev. Simon Woodman of Calvary Baptist Church, Canton, Cardiff. Ian, Rachel and Rueben will be moving to Chiddingfold in November and we wish them every happiness and God's grace during their ministry in Surrey.

Salem

September, 2010 - Schoolroom work now completed

The building work has now been completed in the large schoolroom, the ceiling has been lowered and a new heating system installed. We thank all the members and friends of Salem for their continued monetary support for this work. This follows on from the lowering of the ceiling in the small schoolroom and the upgrading of the heating there.

December 20, 2009 - The Young Church perform the Nativity - Pictures

Our Young Church performed the Nativity to a large and happy Christmas congregation. Photos were taken after the service for members and friends spread out throughout the world.

Over the past 5 weeks at the Children’s Saturday Club, we've been using material entitled SUPERHEROES!!. The five Superheroes were David (David and Goliath), the small boy with the loaves and fishes, Samuel, Naaman and Josiah. Each week along with a game, story, video, drama, fun worksheet, quiz and of course refreshments at our 'Cafe' - the children had a craft session and each week they made a piece of armour which highlighted our super hero. Over the 5 weeks they made:

Belt of Truth
Helmet of Salvation
Shield of Faith
Breastplate of Righteousness
Sword of the Spirit.

The children had such fun making each piece (as well as the adults), and on our last week we decided to have a mini photo shoot for all to see the full regalia.

As you can see we’re few in numbers but great on dedication and faithfulness as each week the children arrive full of enthusiasm, willing to learn and we all have lots of fun!

This coming Saturday (24^th May 2008) will be our last until September as we are now beginning to prepare for the Summer Holiday Club where the children will partake in all the usual fun items that they do on Saturdays but BIGGER, BETTER and for a little longer. 10am - 12noon.

I hope as a Church or a friend visiting this website that you will pray for the children and leaders that the Summer Holiday Club will be successful and each child however young will come to love and know the Lord Jesus as their Friend and Saviour.

We look forward to a week of fun!

From all the Saturday Club Leaders at Salem Baptist Church

Waste was the theme of the Holiday Bible Club, during which time a number of recycling initiatives took place and certificates of thanks received from various charities thanks to the children's efforts.

December 24, 2006 - The Young Church perform the Nativity - Pictures

Our Primary and Juniors of the Young Church performed the Nativity to a large and happy Christmas congregation. Photos were taken after the service for members and friends spread out throughout the world.

Rachel and Ian hope to start an Alpha Course at Salem in June, for more information please email them at: Alpha Course

December 18, 2005 - The Young Church perform the Nativity - Pictures

Our Primary and Juniors of the Young Church performed the Nativity to a very appreciative congregation. Photos were taken after the service for members and friends spread out throughout the world.

17th July Was the 25th Anniversary of our minister Rev. Clive Jones's ordination and induction at Baglan Bay, Port Talbot. Many members and friends joined with Clive, Gaynor and daughters, Sarah, Rachel and Hannah at our evening service on 18th July. As a surprise for Clive the Rev. Gareth Cheedy who was at the South Wales Baptist College with him, arrived to lead the service. Everyone joined together for refreshments after the service.

The £150,000 modernisation and renovation of the schoolrooms including new floors, new kitchen, new windows, new heating systems for the church and schoolrooms, new toilets (including disabled toilets) etc. has begun. The work should take up to 22 weeks. During this time the Sunday services will be held at Gladstone School Canteen. Please pray that the work will go to schedule that the costs will be contained and the money required will be forthcoming. Over £100,000 has been raised or given by members of Salem for this work. £45,000 has had to be borrowed, so has to be paid back. The work could not wait any longer as the dry rot had caused a hole in the schoolroom floor and was taking hold of window sills and parts of the pews in the church gallery.

The BMS Thailand Action Team visited Barry as part of their UK Tour, telling us about their work in Thailand, the challenges, the faith, the love and experiences. During their time in Barry they visited Gladstone Primary School, Bryn Hafren Comprehensive School (where Rachel had been a pupil), led the morning Anniversary Service at Salem, led worship at Bethel Baptist, talked to the Sisterhood, Home Groups and met many people in the community.

December 21, 2003 - The Young Church perform the Nativity - Pictures

Our Primary and Juniors of the Young Church performed the Nativity to a very appreciative congregation. Photos were taken after the service for members and friends spread out throughout the world.

October, 2003 - Rachel joins the BMS Thailand Action Team - Pictures

Church member, Rachel Jones, daughter of our Minister, Clive and his wife Gaynor, left this month with the BMS Action Team to Thailand. Rachel along with other team members, Ami, Julia and Catherine will be in Thailand until April and from April until June they will be doing a UK Tour that will include a week at Salem. We pray that Rachel and her colleagues will have an enlightening, enjoyable and fulfilling experience while in Thailand

In celebration of our minister, Clive and his wife, Gaynor being at Salem for the past 10 years, they were surprised at the Home Mission event when secretary Tom Lafford thanks them for their 10 years of witness and service to the church and community at Salem and in Barry by presenting a special 10th anniversary cake.

To celebrate Home Mission Month and hear about the work of Home Mission we shared tea together followed by our act of worship when our Home MIssion Secretary, Jean Holmes told us about where the money sent to Home Mission was being used in South Wales and our minister led us in worship.

We welcomed Barbara Rees into Church Membership during communion at the morning service. We were also pleased to welcome back into membership our former Church Treasurer and former BMS Secretary, Terry and Maureen Short, who have moved back to Barry and transfer from Bethel Baptist Church, Whitchurch, Cardiff. After a number of years as a member of the congregation, it was good to welcome Pat Owens into membership. John and Mary Patterson have found their spiritual home at Salem and after two years of worshipping at Salem have now been welcomed into membership. Beverley Holczman was also welcomed into membership, being transferred from Dinas Powys Baptist Church with their blessing. We thank God for His love in bringing these new members into his fold at Salem

Barbara Rees committed himself to our Lord when she was baptised at the morning service. The service was led my Rev. Clive Jones who baptised Barbara with the help of church secretary, Tom Lafford. We pray for Barbara and her family, that her love of Jesus Christ will go with her everywhere.

We were please to welcome members of Anwen Little Theatre to Salem to perform excerpts from the musical Chess. They have recently been performing the show in Penarth and we are grately to them all for helping out our building fund. Special thanks to the producer, Marion Cook, all the wonderful singers and the excellent accompanist.

September 18, 2002 - Congratulations to Vi and Fred Cook - Pictures

Congratulations to our Elder, Fred Cook and his wife, Vi on their 65th Wedding Anniversary today. Fred and Vi led the Young Church (Sunday School) at Holton Road and from 1980 at Salem for over 50 years and are still very active in the church life. We wish them every happiness and many more anniversaries.

Our minister and his wife Gaynor celebrate their Silver Wedding Anniversary today. We wish them every happiness as they celebrate with their family and their extended family at Salem. We thank Gaynor and Clive for their hospitality today and look forward to future special anniversaries.

Young people from eight local schools took part in the concert in aid of the Salem Building Fund. Organised by Music Teacher, David Short it was a musical delight with so many talented young people - a great evening with various musical items.

A silent auction was help to raise money for our Building Fund. Many articles were donated and the successful evening raised over £650 plus a donation on the evening of £200. Special thanks to Jill Mallett and Jen Chedgzoy for the organisation and Gary Short for his auctioneering.

Ten year old Christopher Bravey, a member of our Young Church decided that he wanted to help our Building Fund. He close to do a sponsored swim at Barry Leisure Centre. Chris swam a wonderful 62 lengths and raised £400 towards the fund. Chris would like to thank everyone who sponsored him and Lauren Row who counted the laps.

Chris was thanked during the Sunday service of May 19 when he was presented with a special cerificate by the minister, Rev. Clive Jones.

Lee Baird committed himself to our Lord when he was baptised at the morning service. The service was led my Rev. Clive Jones who baptised Lee with the help of church secretary, Tom Lafford. We welcomed Lee into Church Membership during communion at the evening service. We pray for Lee and his family, that his commitment and love of Jesus Christ will rub off on those around him.

Our Primary pupils gave us a wonderful performance once again this year. That's to all the children and teachers involved.

December 21, 2001 - Young people and friends present a Pantomime - Pictures

Our Young people with the help of our minister and church treasurer presented the pantomime 'A-lad-in' a manger to an appreciate audience at Salem. Thanks to everyone on and off the stage for all their hard work.

Carmen Cowling married Kevin Brooks at Salem Baptist Church on Sunday 26th August. Carmen was brought up at Salem and her wonderful singing has been a joy to so many over the years. She has recently organised a concert to raised money for the Salem building fund along with a number of her singing friends. We wish Carmen and Kevin every blessing for their future life together.

Another successful holiday club for the 5 - 11 year olds. Thanks to the children and leaders for a great time.

We have all been given talents by our Lord - everyone has a different talent and the members and friends of Salem gave of their time to demonstrate their various and varied talents. The church and schoolrooms were decorated with various flower displays, needlework, poetry, photography, models, ceramics, church history, decoupage, love spoons etc. Gladstone Primary School and 5th Barry (Salem Baptist) Scout Group were also involved. Refreshments were available throughout the Festival. All money raised went towards the Salem Building Fund. The aim is to provide a better service to our community by improving the facilities that we can offer.

The Anwen Little Theatre presented an Evening of Musical Entertainment at Salem on Tuesday 3 April, at 7.30p.m. The concert was in aid of the Salem Renovation and Restoration Appeal. Anwen Little Theatre have a wonderful reputation as one of the best groups of young performers in South Wales. Anwen has been under the direction of Marion Cook for a number of years and have performed regular shows in Barry and Penarth. Over £350 was raised towards the appeal thanks to the folk of Anwen Little Theatre.

September 6, 2000 - Visit from Griffithstown Baptist Church Choir - Pictures

The Choir from Griffithstown Baptist Church in gave a wonderful rendition of "The Witness". This was a repeat of their first performance at Salem eight years ago and they have been returning with a new musical performance each year. Tom Snr. and Joyce Lafford lived at Griffithstown for a number of years before retiring home to Barry, the links having remained. We thank the choir, the conductor and narrator for their wonderful performance. Over £250 was raised towards our Building Fund.

Luke Collard was welcomed into Church Membership at the Communion Service today.

We were pleased to hear Luke Collard's testimony and his acceptance of our Saviour Jesus Christ into his life. A crowded church, with many young friends of Luke present, witnessed this Baptismal service. Many of Luke's family were present including his grandfather, Mel Bennett (a former Deacon and Secretary of Salem) who had flown in from his home in Nashville, Tennessee. We pray that through Luke's commitment, others will come to faith.

A good time was had by all the children and leaders at the 'Go For Gold' Holiday Club.

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