We
know that many singles are simply looking for other like-minded singles to
interact with and that some would be turned off by a site that is set up
strictly as a matchmaking site. Yacog.org's format, while providing members the
opportunity to post photos and profiles makes no assumptions to that end. Its
format is very user friendly and stresses friendship and fellowship rather than
being a dating or matchmaking site.
In
an attempt to capitalize on the success of yacog.org's format we contacted the
owners of yacog.org in early 2004 to discuss the possibility of helping us set
up a similar site. The big difference would be that the new site would be
exclusively for singles (yacog.org is open to married people and singles ages
17-39). This new site would be set up for singles who are 30 years and older.
We wanted to have a place for older singles to continue to enjoy the similar
yacog.org format and not feel left out once turning 40.
After
exchanging emails and phone conversations in August of 2004, a proposed
partnership was informally agreed upon that would bring about a new site called
sacog.net - Single Adults of the Church of God. The site would be set up
initially as an almost carbon copy of the yacog.org site with a few changes in
graphics, text, and membership requirements.
As
you will see, the new sacog.net site has some new features unique to itself.
The forum page will be non-Yahoo site that will be more private and more
visually attractive. Members will also have access to a colorful movie reviews
page and be able to post their own creative movie reviews. In addition, we are
working on a chat room and ability for members to see who is online and instant
message them. These are all features that will be available to you. Your
suggestions and input are always encouraged. The site has been created to serve
you.
Nearly one year after the initial plan , we’re pleased to release
sacog.net to serve you, the single adults. It’s meant to serve the singles
and will continue to look to fulfill the needs that aren’t met elsewhere. We
hope that this new site will be a powerful tool to unite Church of God singles
from around the world in a postive environment of friendship, fellowship, and
fun.