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GETTING TO 
​KNOW OUR CITY

to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:21
Once known for its thriving steel industry and robust blue-collar work force, Pittsburgh now confidently rests as a leader in medicine and technology. 

​Today, Google, Apple, Bosch, Facebook, Uber, Nokia, Autodesk, and IBM are among 1,600 technology firms that have offices in the city.
In addition, loyal fans of the Penguins, Steelers, Pirates and more know the city as a hub for awards and excellence in sports. As a city rich in tradition, there is no shortage of food, culture, arts and activities in Pittsburgh. In just the past few years,The Economist ranked Pittsburgh as the most livable city in mainland America, only adding to its growing reputation as one of the most habitable cities in the Northeast.

THE CITY AS A WHOLE


2.5

2,500,000 residents call the greater Pittsburgh area home.

57

There are only 57 SBC Churches that serve the Greater Pittsburgh Area.

7.6

Only 7.6% of Pittsburgh Residence are associated with an evangelical church.

OUR TARGET: MONROEVILLE


POPULATION
Monreoville has a population of 28K residents, making it one of the largest municipalities in the Pittsburgh area. It is also one of the most diverse boroughs in the Pittsburgh area. 
SOCIOECONOMICS
The average income in Monroeville is $76k. Despite the high average income, Monroeville is also home to many residents living in Section 8 housing.
FAITH AND TRADITION
While Monroeville and the Pittsburgh area as a whole is largely post-Christian, many who ascribe to faith are Catholic or at least culturally Catholic.

70%

UNCHURCHED
70% of Monroeville residents have not been to any church in the last six months

OUR STORIES


CODY & JESS
BOCKELKAMP

DONALD
FILES

VICTORIA
MATTHEWS

“The Christian Church was designed from the first to be aggressive. It was not intended to remain stationary at any period, but to advance onward until its boundaries became commensurate with those of the world.”- Charles Spurgeon, British nineteenth-century preacher
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  • About
    • Our Team
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    • Why Pittsburgh?
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    • Participate Financially
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