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Wheatland Salem is a church that believes in a simple path to following Jesus. By living devoted, connected, and generous lives, we can change the world.

FAQs

What should I wear when I come to your church?
Dress casual. But everyone says that. Here's what we mean: wear whatever clothes you feel comfortable in. You'll see others wearing everything from suits to shorts.

What are your worship services like?
We have both traditional and contemporary services. Our 8:00 a.m. traditional servicesuse piano, organ, and choirs in worship. Our 10:00 a.m. contemporary services are both contemporary and multiethnic. While the 10:00 a.m. services are in English, it often includes prayer and songs in various other languages as well.

Are there opportunities for my kids and students?
Yes. On Sundays at 10:00 a.m. we offer Sunday School and Worship opportunities for children and youth. Starting in the Fall, we will resume our children and youth weekly gatherings as well.

Can I participate in Holy Communion?
We believe the Holy Cmmunion table is the Lord’s table and He invites all to come to Him. Open your heart to the Lord and invite Him to pour His love and grace into your life. We serve Holy Communion on the first Sunday of every month at all services.

Who is our Senior Pastor?
Rev. Dr. Zaki L. Zaki is the pastor for Wheatland Salem Church. Rev. Dr. Zaki Labib Zaki is the grandson of Egyptian Evangelical Missionaries who planted and served many churches in Sudan for over 50 years.

Dr. Zaki is a transformational leader with a passion for helping congratulations grow spiritually and expand their capacity to make a difference on behalf of God’s Kingdom locally and globally. In his free time, he oversees mentoring and evangelism ministries in some of the underserved communities of Chicago. He also leads mission trips to Europe and the Middle East to serve refugees and persecuted Christian minorities.

Dr. Zaki has graduate degrees in strategic planning, management, theology, and ministry. He has planted new churches, as well as, served several congregations in Illinois. Dr. Zaki had also served as District Superintendent in our Annual Conference from 2012 to 2018.

Dr. Zaki is married to Rev. Ayla who serves as the Pastor of First UMC in Morris. They have five young adult children.