Equipping and organizing pastors toward sustainable community transformation
We are positioning pastors in Chicago for amplified and holistic engagement by providing cutting-edge and practical resources to enable healthy and sustainable local churches.
The 2021 THRIVE Pastors Cohort is going on now. Stay tuned for opportunities to join future cohorts.
Founder & Visionary Leader
Rev. Alvin C. Bibbs, Sr.
Learn how you will benefit from the THRIVE Pastors Cohort from Rev. Bibbs.
Ambassador to the Pastors
Bishop Horace E. Smith, M.D.
Bishop Smith will provide counsel and encouragement throughout the cohort.
I am honored to serve as the Ambassador for the THRIVE Pastors Cohort. I believe that when God calls us to pastor, He knows our needs and our struggles, our present and our future.
Five Focuses
Ecosystem Development
Innovative Ways to Leverage Partners to Expand Your Ministry Reach and Build Economic Strength in Your Community
Congregational Enrichment
Anchoring Support Through the People of Your Church Back into the Community
Racial Justice Reform
City-wide Healing Strategies Leading Toward Restoration & Overcoming Racial Injustice
Resource Development
Proven Approaches for Fueling & Funding Your Ministry Vision
Policy Formation
Community Revitalization Through Advocacy & Legislation Engagement
Thrive Pastors Cohort is a partnership of
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Partnering Organizations
Certification provided by
Strategic Alliances
