At a time when parishes are facing declining numbers and dwindling engagement, Revive and Thrive provides a blueprint to breathe new life into parish communities and engage in the core principles of evangelization and disciple-making.

In this practical guide, you will discover how to revitalize faith communities, create seamless discipleship pathways, and infuse fresh vitality and growth into parishes, including:

- Understanding the essential role of the Holy Spirit
- Fostering a missionary culture
- Building a team for revitalization
- Sharing faith through relationships
- Learning from growing churches
- Implementing small groups for evangelization
- Reframing ministry through the unchurched lens
- Helping others encounter Christ
- Explaining the Good News in compelling ways
- Creating engaging and welcoming church experiences
- Assessing parish activities and programs
- And more!

Any parish – whatever its size or its challenges – can become a missionary evangelizing community. This user-friendly book can help reignite the missionary calling, enabling parishes to revive and grow.

“Embarking on a transformative journey through the pages of Revive and Thrive, Dr. Pierre-Alain Giffard offers a compelling vision for turning parishes into vibrant evangelizing communities. From self-reflection questions that ignite passion to actionable steps for fostering community renewal, this book provides insightful guidance for pastors and church communities alike. An inspiring read for those seeking to navigate the challenges of parish life in a post-2020 world.”

—Fr. Michael White, co-author of Rebuilt

“Comprehensive, compact, concise and compelling, this short book covers it all.”

—Fr. James Mallon, author of Divine Renovation

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Dr. Pierre-Alain Giffard is a Canadian theologian, author and educator who is currently serving as the Director of Pastoral Work in the Diocese of Pembroke, Ontario, Canada.