
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.
Registration is EXTENDED for the 2022 THR!VE Pastors Cohort
Founder & Visionary Leader

Rev. Alvin C. Bibbs, Sr.
Learn how you will benefit from the THR!VE 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 THR!VE 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 Engagement
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 Discovery
Proven Approaches for Fueling & Funding Your Ministry Vision
Policy Formation
Community Revitalization Through Advocacy & Legislation Engagement
THR!VE Pastors Cohort is a partnership of
(click partner logos to learn more)