Pastoral resources and training to help in recovering and revitalizing the most at-risk churches in the convention.
Learn MoreOur Mission
The Mathena Center for Church Revitalization serves the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and the churches of the Southern Baptist Convention by providing pastoral resources and training to help in recovering and revitalizing the most at-risk churches in the convention.
Core Principles
Brian Croft’s 10-video series provides timeless biblical guidance for pastors seeking to revive declining congregations. These videos summarize the core principles grounding our training for pastoral ministry at the Mathena Center for Church Revitalization.
Internship
The 1-year Church Revitalization internship trains aspiring pastors to be faithful shepherds of established churches. Students may receive 3 elective credits for taking this internship.
Alumni Testimonials
Hear from our alumni on how this internship equipped them for pastoral ministry.