Category: Stories from the Burgh

Life•Way in Western Pennsylvania: Turning Unexpected Pregnancy into a Pro-Life Journey

Life•Way serves Western Pennsylvania as a source of comfort and hope for young mothers facing uncertainty about pregnancy. Operating in Indiana and Westmoreland counties, the organization helps expectant mothers welcome the challenges of parenthood with both excitement and hope. The organization provides baby essentials like diapers, clothing, and other supplies such as ointments and baby […]

Step Out of Your Comfort Zone: Start Sharing the Gospel of Jesus Today

Acting on the Word, moving from passively hearing the Bible to becoming a “doer of the word,” a nod to the verse James 1:22, requires stepping out into the unknown. And from what I have found, nothing compares to the excitement of getting out there and sharing Jesus with strangers. Scripture makes it clear that […]

The Wise Builder: Finding Stewardship in Pittsburgh’s Architectural Salvage Scene

If you have a rainy day, and you are visiting Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania one fascinating spot is called Construction Junction. This interesting spot is located on the outskirts of Wilkinsburg. This is a unique non-profit, warehouse-sized store that offers discounted building materials and architectural salvage. Once inside, visitors quickly discover just how expansive the space really […]

The Cup of Christ: An Interview and Reflection on the Art of Matt Kubala

I’ve known Matt for about 23 years, having first met him back when I was an undergraduate student. We became immediate friends. Looking back, it’s funny to remember how he would sometimes tag along and sit in on my college classes, even though he wasn’t actually enrolled at the school. Matt had previously attended Penn […]

A Taste of Eternity: Parkhill Fox’s Pizza

About ninety minutes outside of Pittsburgh, nestled in the community of Parkhill, Pennsylvania, sits a pizzeria offering an item you won’t find on a typical menu: Eternal Bread. At Parkhill Fox’s Pizza, the mission extends far beyond the kitchen; while the shop is a fully functioning local favorite, the “Eternal Bread”—the Gospel of Jesus Christ—is […]