Pastor Edward Calloway of the Lighthouse C.O.G.I.C. on Corinth St. invited Bishop Wells to have his services in the Mary Lee Chapel. Bishop Wells accepted the invitation and Strong Arms morning services were held there for approximately seven months.​Elder Wallace Holyfield then told Bishop Wells about a building in Joppa which he moved into and this became the first church building for the Strong Arms C.O.G.I.C. for approximately three years.​

 

The Lord blessed Bishop and the congregation to purchase the land and the building at 135 Pemberton Hill Road. Much hard work, money, and dedication have gone into the remodeling and renovation of this property. A few years later, the Lord blessed the church to purchase the ten adjoining acres as well.​

 

Our pastor has been given a great vision concerning the expansion and addition to the remaining property. This vision includes a larger sanctuary that will seat approximately 800 people, a gymnasium with a swimming pool which will also be used for therapy sessions, a home for wayward women and much, much more.