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The chapel was erected in 1804 by Richard Woodward in the garden behind his home. The first minister in about 1809/10 was John Capper who was employed by the Lancashire Congregational Union. In 1820 John Holgate became minister. He built a school by walking to Liverpool and back making calls to collect money for the building. John Holgate laid the foundations for the church's community work by inspiring the members to provide for over 30 orphans living in the village.
Salem was originally a Congregational Church but became part of the URC in 1972. Salem and Richmond Hill URC came together 20 years ago to become one church. 
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Our practical demonstration of this is to have a Church charity each year and support a children's hospice in Romania. We see ourselves as a community church so are committed to the welfare of all in our village whatever their age or background. We are part of 'Churches Together in Orrell'. We have developed new links with the school and a local old people's home. Our premises are used by many local groups during the week. We would like to see the work and witness of today continue but we would also like to enliven our fellowship with other activities eg a youth group, a music group and an educational group. We celebrate our bicentenary this year and have a number of events happening throughout the year. You will be made very welcome should you come. Home Page Church Activities Events and contacts |