Draft proposal 2025 — ongoing project
WE ARE BUILDING
A LASTING HOME
The Crystal Fountain Development — a new sanctuary for this congregation, and a centre of influence for generations to come.
WE ARE BUILDING
DRAFT PROPOSAL 2025
CRYSTAL FOUNTAIN DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
As we build God’s sanctuary, let us remember that every gift, prayer, and act of service is precious in His sight. Though the journey may require sacrifice, the Lord is faithful to provide and strengthen those who labor for His glory. “The glory of this latter house shall be greater than of the former… and in this place will I give peace, saith the Lord of hosts” (Haggai 2:9). May we continue to build with faith, unity, and joyful hearts, trusting that this sanctuary will be a place of hope and worship for many.
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Faithful Stewardship
Every gift and contribution is handled with transparency and prayerful care, honoring those who give.
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A Transparent Process
Regular updates on funding, design, and construction progress, shared openly with the congregation.
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Built For This Church
Designed around how this specific congregation worships, gathers, and serves the wider community.
Crystal Fountain Development — New Life SDA Church, Nairobi
Now Is The Time
Now Is The Time
To Act
We have embarked on an ambitious journey to develop our church property and build the Lord a sanctuary. The Church Development Team has prepared a proposal based on years of suggestions and recent meetings with members. We are now calling on you to provide your valuable input and feedback in the following areas:
- Development Vision on the church property
- Utilization of the entire church property
- Proposal on Funding of the Sanctuary
- Proposal on Funding Ministry associated Facilities
- Proposal on Funding Ministry aligned Enterprise Building
Welcome to the vision
More Than
A Building
Project
The Crystal Fountain Development gives our church a permanent, larger home — a sanctuary built for the size and future of this congregation — while creating a mixed-use tower alongside it that generates income to sustain the ministry for years to come.
SPACES
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Main Auditorium
The heart of the new sanctuary — a main auditorium seating 3,000 to 5,000 people, designed to bring the whole congregation together for worship, camp meetings, and major church gatherings.
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Crystal Fountain Development
Sized For Where We’re Headed
This is a prime piece of land, and the proposal reflects both the size of this congregation today and where we believe God is leading us.
3,000–5,000
Main auditorium seats
700
Parking spaces
KES 500–600M
Est. construction cost
2026
Targeted construction start
Crystal Fountain Development
“The glory of this latter house shall be greater than of the former”
Haggai 2:9
Where we are
From Vision To Reality
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Fund launched
KES 10M target, 5 July 2025
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Multipurpose use defined
Centre of influence confirmed
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Finance model selected
Fundraising and equity mix
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Design finalized
Target: October 2025
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Construction begins
Target: 2026
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Senior Pastor
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Associate Pastor
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Head Elder
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Church Treasurer
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Project Coordinator
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Finance Committee
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Communications Lead
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Youth Ministry
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Building Committee
Leadership
OUR
LEADERS
The Crystal Fountain Development is guided by a dedicated team of church leaders — committed to building faithfully, transparently, and with the full trust of this congregation.
A sanctuary for generations
Built for the size and future of this congregation — and all who will come after.
Testimonials
WHAT OUR
MEMBERS SAY
Voices from the congregation on the Crystal Fountain Development.
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Church Elder
“This project is about more than square footage. It’s about creating a home where the next generation of this church can worship, learn, and grow together for decades to come.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about the Crystal Fountain Development project.
The Crystal Fountain Development is a proposed multi-storey church complex for New Life SDA Church, Nairobi. It will include a main auditorium seating 3,000–5,000 people, additional smaller auditoriums, basement parking for up to 700 vehicles, a library, a church history museum, offices, classrooms, and landscaped grounds — all on the church's current site along Ngong Road.
The current building can no longer comfortably accommodate the congregation, which has grown significantly over the years. The new development is designed to serve not just today's members but future generations, and to position the church as a centre of influence in Nairobi.
Construction is targeted to begin in 2026, subject to completion of the design, approvals, and sufficient funding. The timeline may be adjusted based on progress in these areas.
The estimated construction cost is KES 500–600 million. This is a preliminary figure and will be refined as the architectural and engineering designs are finalised. The church is committed to transparent financial reporting throughout the process.
The project will be funded through member contributions, tithes and offerings designated for the building fund, fundraising initiatives, and potential grants or partnerships. Every member is encouraged to contribute prayerfully and sacrificially. Details of the fundraising strategy will be shared through official church channels.
Contributions can be made through the church treasury, designated building fund envelopes, or via bank transfer to the church's official building fund account. Details are available from the church administration office. All contributions are acknowledged and accounted for.
Yes. The construction plan will be phased to ensure that worship services and church programs continue with as little disruption as possible. Temporary arrangements will be communicated well in advance to all members.
The project is overseen by the church's Building Committee, working under the direction of the church board and in consultation with the Kenya-Lake Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Professional architects, engineers, and project managers will be engaged to execute the work.
The current plans represent a concept proposal. The detailed architectural and structural design is still in progress. Member feedback gathered at this stage will inform the final design before it is submitted for county approval and construction.
Yes. The project requires planning and building approvals from the Nairobi City County Government as well as the National Construction Authority (NCA). Environmental and structural assessments may also be required. The church is committed to meeting all legal and regulatory requirements.
The main auditorium is planned to seat between 3,000 and 5,000 people. This capacity is designed to serve the full congregation on regular Sabbaths and accommodate large gatherings such as camp meetings, evangelistic series, and union events.
Yes. The development includes dedicated Sabbath school classrooms and flexible spaces that can be used for children's ministry, youth programs, and small group meetings. Specific layouts will be developed in consultation with ministry leaders.
The development includes a basement parking structure with capacity for up to 700 vehicles across three levels. This is intended to address the significant parking challenges the congregation faces, especially on busy Sabbaths and during events.
Accessibility is a key consideration in the design. The building will include ramps, lifts, accessible restrooms, and dedicated parking for persons with disabilities, in line with Kenya's building accessibility guidelines and the church's commitment to inclusive ministry.
A project of this scale typically takes 3–5 years to complete, depending on funding availability, weather, and construction phasing. A detailed project schedule will be shared once the design and contractor are finalised.
The current plan involves developing the existing site. Decisions about the existing structure — whether to retain, repurpose, or demolish it — will be made as part of the detailed design process and will be communicated to members before any action is taken.
You can share your feedback using the "Have Your Say" form on this page. You may also speak directly to a member of the Building Committee at church or contact the administration office. All feedback is reviewed by the project team.
Updates will be shared through the church website, bulletin, WhatsApp communication channels, and periodic town hall meetings open to all members. The Building Committee is committed to full transparency at every stage of the project.
Yes. New Life SDA Church is an official congregation of the Seventh-day Adventist Church under the Kenya-Lake Union Conference. The Crystal Fountain Development is a church-authorised project, subject to the governance structures and financial policies of the Adventist Church.
The project will be phased to align with funding availability. This means construction will begin with the phases that can be fully funded, rather than waiting until the total amount is raised. This approach ensures momentum while maintaining financial responsibility.
Have Your Say on the Crystal Fountain Development Project
The proposed concept marks the beginning of an exciting journey toward building a sanctuary that will serve generations to come. We invite every church member to review the development plans, share your thoughts, and contribute your ideas as we prayerfully shape a vision that reflects our collective mission, values and future.