Founded in 1804 and originally located on Federal Street, First Baptist Church of Salem settled into its new home on Lafayette Street in July 2007. Led by Rev. Dr. Renee P. Keels, services are held Sundays at 10:30a. (10am during the summer months). First Baptist Church of Salem offers Bible study on Wednesday evenings from September to June, as well as spiritual maturity workshops and programs. In addition, church volunteers are working with the Salem Public School system to develop a program that assists parents in helping their children to be academically successful.