The vision for Exaltati didn’t come overnight. It was sparked by reflection, reading, and a growing concern for the challenges posed by mainstream social media. Several years ago, I read Gary L. McIntosh’s Taking Your Church to the Next Level. It was an illuminating exploration of how churches can flourish and grow. At the time, the lessons resonated with me, but as life moved forward, they faded into the background.

Fast-forward to more recently, when I picked up The Community of Jesus: A Theology of the Church by Easley and Morgan. This compelling exploration of church unity brings together voices from diverse denominational backgrounds, working collectively to define ‘church’ from a biblical and theological perspective. Books like this give me hope—their unwavering commitment to evangelical truth and their ability to foster meaningful dialogue across traditions is a powerful reminder of what faith-driven collaboration can accomplish.

Yet, as I reflected on this vision of unity, I couldn’t ignore the troubling realities of today’s digital landscape—where social media often fractures rather than unites, shaping environments that can be harmful rather than uplifting. Stories of divisive rhetoric, unsafe interactions, and unhealthy influences made me wonder: What if the web could be used for good instead of harm? What if churches had their own spaces to nurture faith and fellowship, free from the toxicity of the wider internet?

This fusion of theological insight and digital necessity led to the creation of Exaltati. More than a service, it’s a solution, a sanctuary, and a celebration of the power of faith-driven community.