About Us
Who We Are
Revive Ministry is a faith-driven community rooted in the Great Commission, built around the conviction that discipleship is relational — not programmatic.
Our Story
How Revive Began
Revive Ministry wasn't something we set out to build. In many ways, it grew naturally from the life we were already living. We kept opening our home. We kept sharing meals. We kept studying Scripture, praying with people, serving together, and walking through life's challenges alongside one another.
As we read the Gospels, we became convinced that discipleship is relational. Jesus didn't build a program. He invited people into His life. He walked with them, taught them, challenged them, encouraged them, and showed them what it looked like to follow the Father. That conviction continues to shape everything we do at Revive.
We believe ministry and life are not separate things. They are the same thing. Discipleship happens around dinner tables, in living rooms, during difficult conversations, while serving others, and in the ordinary moments of everyday life. That's how Jesus discipled people, and that's the model we seek to follow.
Our Foundation
Mission, Vision & Values
Mission
To be disciples that make disciples — equipping and empowering individuals to transition from spiritual infancy to maturity, cultivating communities where all are welcomed to abide, heal, and grow in fellowship with God and one another. We strive to break down barriers to God's love and grace, providing a place where transformation transcends societal norms.
Vision
By joining God in teaching, equipping, and healing, we foster a culture of discipleship and sustainable multiplication — raising up harvesters who embody Jesus's teachings beyond the traditional confines, seeing lives transformed, communities revived, and the world impacted by Spirit-led laborers.
Values
Seek First the Kingdom
Matthew 6:33
Disciples Who Make Disciples
Matthew 9:37–38
Advance the Kingdom of Heaven
Matthew 28:18–20
Leadership
Meet Our Team
Patrick Kinchler
Founder & Executive Director
Follower of Jesus.
Husband to Anna. Dad.
A few years ago, the Lord completely changed the direction of my life. What began as a growing hunger for Scripture and a desire to know Him more eventually became a calling to invest my life in making disciples.
I believe discipleship is relational because that's how Jesus demonstrated it. He didn't separate ministry from everyday life. He shared meals, traveled with people, taught them, corrected them, encouraged them, and invited them into His life. That conviction has shaped both my family and the ministry we lead today.
My wife and children have been part of this journey from the beginning. We've opened our home, shared our table, and invited others into our lives because we believe ministry and life are not separate things. They are the same thing.
Today I serve as the Founder and Executive Director of Revive Ministry, where our focus is helping people follow Jesus, grow in spiritual maturity, and learn to disciple others. Whether through discipleship homes, community gatherings, one-on-one relationships, or simply sharing life together, my desire is to be faithful to Jesus and help others do the same.
“My desire is to be faithful to Jesus and help others do the same.”
— Patrick Kinchler
James Chvala
Director of Discipleship & Ministry Operations
Ordained Minister. Licensed Addiction Counselor.
Chaplain. U.S. Navy Veteran.
James Chvala is an ordained minister, licensed addiction counselor, chaplain, and ministry leader with decades of experience helping people encounter Christ, find healing, and grow in spiritual maturity.
Throughout his life and ministry, James has served individuals, families, churches, and nonprofit organizations through pastoral care, discipleship, addiction recovery, leadership development, and community outreach. His experience includes founding and leading ministries, directing recovery programs, mentoring leaders, and serving in executive leadership roles.
Known for his wisdom, compassion, and steady leadership, James has a unique ability to walk alongside people through life's most difficult seasons while helping them discover hope, purpose, and lasting transformation through Jesus Christ. His background as a licensed addiction counselor, chaplain, entrepreneur, and U.S. Navy veteran allows him to combine practical insight with deep pastoral care.
Today, James serves as Director of Discipleship and Ministry Operations for Revive Ministry, where he helps develop leaders, strengthen ministry systems, cultivate healthy discipleship communities, and shepherd people toward a deeper relationship with Jesus.
“Helping people discover hope, purpose, and lasting transformation through Jesus Christ.”
— James Chvala
Join Us in the Mission
Whether you are looking to be discipled, support the work, or simply learn more — we would love to hear from you.
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