It’s not easy to be a Christian in the Bay Area.
I’ve lived in San Francisco for 12 years. But it’s often impractical, even impossible, for Christians to put down roots here. Pastors and ministry workers have trouble keeping up with the skyrocketing cost of living; many churches can’t afford to buy permanent locations. Young Christian families that aren’t forced out by the affordability crisis are drawn to more faith-friendly school systems in other parts of the country, opportunities to be closer to family, and the ability to raise their kids in environments more aligned with their personal convictions.
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