Church Revitalization

🔄 Church Revitalization Specialization

Reviving Declining Congregations with Vision, Leadership, and the Power of the Gospel

The Church Revitalization Specialization equips clergy to breathe new life into churches that are plateaued, declining, or losing their sense of mission. This specialization is ideal for ministers, chaplains, or officiants who feel called to restore struggling congregations—renewing their spiritual health, community outreach, and leadership culture.

In a time when thousands of churches are closing their doors each year, this specialization empowers leaders to bring transformation rooted in Scripture, the Holy Spirit, and practical ministry leadership.

💬 Why It Matters

The local church is God’s chosen vessel for advancing His Kingdom on earth—but many churches face discouragement, dwindling attendance, and internal conflict. Revitalization isn’t just about increasing numbers; it’s about returning to the mission of making disciples, raising leaders, and engaging the community with hope.

This specialization matters because it equips leaders with both the theological grounding and practical tools to lead congregations toward spiritual renewal and missional momentum. Revitalized churches can once again become lifeboats of grace, healing, and growth in their communities.

🧰 What You’ll Learn

To earn this specialization, you must complete your core clergy credential and maintain a 2.0 GPA, along with these two targeted courses:

Multiplying Christian Leaders – Trains you to identify, equip, and empower new leaders within a congregation to serve and grow.

Church Revitalization – Offers strategies for evaluating church health, creating vision, fostering unity, and implementing revitalization plans with pastoral wisdom.

🛠️ How This Specialization Equips You

With the Church Revitalization credential, you’ll be prepared to:

Lead turnaround efforts in churches experiencing decline or stagnation

Identify spiritual, relational, and organizational barriers to growth

Mobilize leaders, volunteers, and members toward renewed mission

Preach and teach with a focus on renewal, repentance, and hope

Coach congregations to rediscover their calling and re-engage their community

To receive the
Church Revitalization
You must have the credential
Christian Wedding Officiant or
Field Minister (Commended) or
Licensed Life Coach Minister or
Licensed Minister or
Ordained Minister
Requires a 2.00 GPA and to
complete the following :

Level 1 Endorsement

2 courses required

0 of 4 Minimum Units Completed

Church Revitalization