Apache Junction is underserved by doctrinally sound, spirit- filled churches. As a result, many devoted followers of Christ leave Apache Junction to attend churches further into the Phoenix-Mesa metro area. We believe this deprives the rest of the community of the benefits these believers would bring to their community by worshipping and serving here.
The drastic changes in Apache Junction are bringing in new residents who are generally younger, more affluent, and more progressive thinking, creating tension in the community. Bridge Gospel will be especially sensitive to these differences and will strive to build bridges across these demographics.
Apache Junction is redeveloping the downtown with mixed- use buildings, an entertainment district, and features for enhanced walkability, attracting new businesses and new demographics of residents. In late 2021, Apache Junction annexed 6,660 acres (about 10 square miles) south of US-60. The newly acquired land will increase the population by 25,000 and bring over 10,000 homes to the area.
Beyond this area, the state land department owns 270 contiguous square miles known as Superstition Vistas. The state is actively pursuing developers and auctioning off this land for master-planned communities. This area is the largest contiguous piece of land available for development in the Phoenix metro area.
