SOJO Is Moving!

 The Next Chapter of SOJO

A Message from Pastor Corey

Dear SOJO Family,

I have been dreaming about this moment for a long time. There is something deeply sacred about a community gathering in a historic space – a place that has carried stories before us and will carry ours forward for generations to come.
Scripture says it clearly: “Be fruitful, multiply, fill the earth, and subdue it.” That is not just a command about land. It is a declaration about what God does with His people when they say yes. He restores. He expands. He takes what was worn down and breathes something new and glorious into it. That is our story.

Here is what this means in real terms: we are moving into a space twice the size of what we have now. Our kids and youth spaces will grow by 400% – safer, more beautiful, and more intentional than anything we have had before. Our sanctuary grows from 230 seats to 400+, giving us real room to grow and real room to invite. And the coffee shop – a place open throughout the week where someone who has never set foot in a church first finds us on a Wednesday afternoon.

I believe with everything in me that God has placed this opportunity in front of SOJO for a reason. He does not restore things halfway.

Read this booklet slowly. Pray over it. Then ask God one question: What is my part in this? We are asking our church to come together on May 24th, 2026

With faith and gratitude,
Pastor Corey Alley
Lead Pastor, SOJO Church

Continuing to Serve Our City

We have been given an incredible opportunity to move our church to a beautiful, historic, and strategic destination in our city to be the church and serve our city. We will be securing 18,000 sq. ft. in space. 6,000 sq. ft. of kids and office space and 11,000 sq. ft. in space for worship on Sunday that includes a beautiful lobby and fully functioning cafe.

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Timeline

Move-In Date:

August 2026

Project Timeline:

March – June
Construction of Kids Space and Worship

Church Finishwork

June and July

How you can partner with us:

As we prepare this new space, we believe it won’t just become a building – it will become a home for our church family and for the people God will continue to bring through our doors. One of the ways we’ll do that together is by inviting people in our church to help own a room. Different teams, families, and groups will have the opportunity to step in and add the finishing touches – decorating, preparing, and making each space feel warm, welcoming, and full of life. From kids’ rooms to gathering spaces, these small details will help turn a building into a place where people feel seen, loved, and at home the moment they walk in.

How is This Possible?

This next step is possible because of the faithfulness and generosity of our church family through the Rooted Campaign. Over the past season, many in our church have prayerfully stepped in to invest in the future of what God is doing at SOJO. Because of that generosity, we now have the opportunity to prepare a space that can serve our church family and our community for years to come. The Rooted Campaign has made it possible for us to step forward with faith, believing that the same God who has provided at every step of our story will continue to lead us into what’s next.

FAQ

Have questions? We have the answers! From service times to what to expect on your first visit, we’re here to help.

What will happen to 848?
Our desire is to see one of our own church plants, Grace City Church, move into 848.
What about the cost?
The total cost of this project is $500,000.00. Phase one is $300,000.00 this is to do all of the construction of the spaces. And phase 2 wll cost $200,000.00 this is to outfit the space for the church. We are praying to do this without any debt. But, we do have the ability to take on some debt if we need to. We currently have approx $200,000.00. Our number one priority is the children’s space.
Can I see the space?
Yes. We’ll have two special prayer days on March 21st and April 11th where our church family will have the opportunity to walk through the space together. During these times, we’ll pray over the rooms, the future ministry that will happen in them, and the people who will walk through those doors in the years to come. It will be a meaningful step as we dedicate this next chapter to the Lord together.
How is this different from City Club?
City Club was a space we were pursuing, but it would have only given us about four hours of access on Sundays only. This new space is different. It will be ours 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, giving us the freedom to create environments for ministry, gatherings, groups, and community throughout the week as God continues to grow our church family.