We are Hope United Experiencing Hope. Living United. Learn more about our church under the "About Us" Tab. What to Expect, Values, Beliefs, and about our Staff WHY DO WE NEED A CHURCH HERE? There are 1.2 million people living in the Greater Cleveland Area. 49% People in our city with little or no involvement in a local church. 82% People who would come to church if a friend invited them. 90% Christ followers who started their relationship with Jesus in a local church.