The Christian Worship Hour TV church services were ordained by God to proclaim the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ worldwide, with special concern and compassion for the lost and with hope and encouragement for all believers. Our purpose will always be to exalt the Lord Jesus Christ so that all may come to everlasting life through faith in Him, bringing glory to God the Father Almighty.

Christian Worship Hour began in January of 1979 by telecasting live worship services on a single TV station, KABY-TV in Aberdeen, SD at the First Baptist Church with Pastor Harold E. Salem. In August 2010, Pastor resigned from First Baptist Church to give full time to the Christian Worship Hour. Today, the broadcast is carried on hundreds of television and radio stations across the country and world. Digital podcasts of services can be reached on nine platforms which include Apple, I-Tunes, Spotify and I-Heart Radio. Pastor Salem entered into the presence of the Lord on December 18, 2020, in Aberdeen, SD. The legacy he left will endure for generations, and today, the Christian Worship Hour is reaching more people than ever before, as we continue to carry on Pastor’s desire.