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In this inspiring episode of the Resilient Pastor podcast, host Glenn Pacquiao sits down with Noemi Chavez, co-pastor of Revive Church — a thriving multiethnic, multisite church in Long Beach, California. Noemi shares the remarkable story of planting Revive Church with her husband Joshua, the unique challenges of reaching second- and third-generation Latinos, and how their congregation evolved into a vibrant, multicultural community that reflects its neighborhood.

From navigating church planting with limited resources to leading through the pandemic, Noemi offers profound wisdom on pastoral resilience, the power of deep intimacy with Jesus, authentic community, and the future of the Latino church in America. This conversation is filled with hope, practical insight, and encouragement for pastors seeking to reach the next generation while staying rooted in God’s love.

Key Takeaways

• God is not a means to our success, nor are we merely a means to His — the win is a loving relationship with Him from which everything else flows.
• Deep time alone with Jesus, without agenda, phone, or even a Bible, anchors leaders and protects against fear and burnout.
• The pandemic, while painful, created space for genuine community; many long-time attendees finally joined life groups and experienced healing.
• Multiethnic churches should intentionally reflect their local community, especially in diverse cities like Los Angeles and Long Beach.
• The Latino church is experiencing an awakening, becoming more relevant to reach younger generations while rejecting legalism and manipulation.
• Covocational ministry (bi-vocational) is not a setback but an opportunity to stay connected to the marketplace and remain mission-focused.
• Unity among churches and pastors in a city strengthens the witness of the gospel and advances the Kingdom together.

Highlights

• “We didn’t have the pressure of success because we didn’t even know what successful church planting looked like.”
• “I didn’t build this church. I didn’t grow it. It’s the work of the Holy Spirit.”
• “We suffer in isolation, but we heal in community.” — Larry Acosta
• “The church needs to look like the people who live around it… Our kids are smart enough to ask why church looks different than their school.”
• “The message of Jesus is unstoppable. We’ve seen that throughout the ages.”
• “Keep Jesus at the center, be unified as a church, and take the long view.”
• “Our churches are not a threat to the world — the world should feel the threat of the gospel through us.”

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