Camarillo-based Christian media company Salem Communications Corp. said Thursday that it will acquire American Ministry Resources LLC, the owner of “Preaching Magazine,” its companion web properties, and the National Conference on Preaching, an annual conference for pastors and clergy.

Founded in 1985, “Preaching Magazine” is a bi-monthly periodical for ministers. Owner Michael Duduit, who also is editor of “Preaching Magazine.” will join the staff of the Nashville-based Salem Publishing division and will continue in his role as editor.

“For the past 2,000 years, preaching has been the centerpiece of Christian worship and the most identifiable element of church life,” said Joe D. Davis, Salem’s chief operating officer, in a statement. “Therefore, it makes sense that Salem, the broadcast and Internet home to America’s leading Christian communicators, also should be the publishing home to the nation’s top preaching magazine.”

This is Salem’s second acquisition in as many days. On Wednesday, the company said it would acquire Xulon Press, an on-demand digital publisher of books targeting the Christian audience.