< Vision Update Recording
WEST CAMPUS (Willow Glen)
Why are we expanding to another campus?
- The Willow Glen church building, the original birthplace of the San Jose Christian Alliance Church, was miraculously returned to the Alliance Central Pacific District 2 years ago; the district has now given San Jose Christian Alliance Church priority to use it for ministry. We (the church senior leadership and elders) have prayed and believe this property is an inheritance from the Lord as we approach our 50th year, the year of Jubilee, we've been given a renewed vision and mission to redeem this space and expand His kingdom. This expansion is an intentional choice to fulfill the church's original mission of being fruitful and multiplying.
- The Willow Glen neighborhood has many English speakers who could potentially walk to church. The area also has a large Hispanic population and is near an underserved community, offering a tremendous opportunity for ministry.
- It also creates room and space at the original campus, which is at full capacity with the Chinese-speaking congregations, and will challenge those who stay to grow.
Why is this important for our church and community?
- Aside from a deep conviction from the Lord, the expansion to West Campus mobilizes the church body on mission, develops new leaders, and reinvigorates both campuses with a renewed passion to reach the community for Christ. Furthermore, it aligns us to our vision of being a fruitful and multiplying missional community, focusing on serving others, instead of being solely inward-focused.
- Also practically speaking, each of the services at the San Jose East Campus are maxed out. ES, CS, MS are full and parking is becoming an issue. This move alleviates the space and parking problems that we are currently facing.
Why maintain a single church identity rather than fully independent churches?
- The core of our church identity is that we are "One family, many languages, united in Christ"
- We believe that we are stronger as a united body. As we serve together in unity, despite linguistic and cultural differences, we believe that it is a powerful testament of the gospel in a divided world.
- Reflecting a "taste of heaven", our diverse identity aligns with scripture, which envisions people from "every nation, tribe, people, and language" worshipping together on Earth just as in heaven.
- We see being multi-ethnic united body as an advantage as we can be more effective in reaching and serving the increasingly diverse needs of our community.
What is the structure of our church organization and how will church plants be named?
The church will remain one identity—San Jose Christian Alliance Church—with two campuses. Each church plant will become language congregations under SJCAC with its own congregation name such as New Spring Community or Nueva Vida Community.
What are the service times and campuses offering English worship?
West Campus at 9:30 AM; East Campus at 11:15 AM.
What will sermon formats look like across campuses?
Sometimes the same sermon will be preached at both. Other times, each campus features a different preacher.
What about worship teams—will they be shared?
No—each campus will develop its own worship and Sunday ministry teams
What children’s and youth programs are available at each campus?
Children’s ministry happens Sundays at both. Youth: English worship at both, small groups by location, main youth & children programs on Saturdays at East Campus.
What changes to existing ministries will occur due to expansion?
ESL moves to West Campus; Kids Club & X-Club continue at Stonegate Elementary (with plans for school partnerships); Word of Grace Chinese School stays at East Campus.Who will lead the English congregations?
English-speaking pastors operate as one team across both campuses under Pastor Ted.
Who are the primary contacts per campus?
West Campus facility matters go to Mark Tsoi; East Campus and overall leadership remain with Pastor Celine.
Who remains part of SJCAC?
Our church plants Nueva Vida, New Spring, and Arabic Alliance Church will become language congregations of the SJCAC West Campus.
Who leads the English Young Adult Ministry (YAM), and where?
YAM is under the leadership of the English pastors. YAM will continue to meet on Fridays at the West Campus.
When will the expansion milestones occur?
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Aug/Sept: Choose campus
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Sept–Dec: Build teams and community
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Jan–Mar: Soft launch of English services
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March: Public launch and neighbor outreach
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How can I choose which campus to attend?
Both are open, but you're encouraged to commit to one for stronger connection.
How will ministries and small groups operate across campuses?
They continue city-wide, irrespective of your chosen Sunday campus.
How will the West Campus develop long-term?
Expand ministry across the site over time; currently half the classrooms are leased to a Korean church.
How are parking logistics at the West Campus handled?
85 on-site spots in the school lot, plus street parking—sufficient for current needs.
How can small groups meet at the West Campus?
Meeting space is limited now; plan is to lease classrooms back from the Korean church so groups can meet there once available.
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