Church Matters

Helping Churches Stay Healthy

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RENEW CALIFORNIA

ReNew California is a CSBC-led initiative aimed at revitalizing churches across the state through a collaborative, Spirit-empowered movement rooted in Scripture and guided by the Great Commission.

We value:
• Partnerships between churches and SBC entities,
• Biblical leadership and preaching,
• Prayer-saturated decision-making,
• Evangelistic community engagement, and
• The local church as God’s primary mission agent.

Our mission is to strengthen churches by cultivating spiritual and organizational health, grounded in faithfulness to God’s Word and expressed through fruitful ministry impact. This movement is churches partnering together to pursue spiritual vitality and missional renewal.

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The Church Matters Toolbox

Church Matters provides tools, resources, and workshops to help churches stay healthy. We focus on four vital areas of church health: SBC partnerships, legal matters, church ministries, and legacy opportunities. This includes revitalization tools and resources, preaching and worship workshops, coaching and counseling, and help with matters like bylaws, insurance, and legacy plans.

Every year CSBC churches should fill out the Annual Church Profile (ACP) which tracks vital statistics for your church, enabling CSBC to evaluate needs, allocate ministry funds, and strategically prepare resources for your unique ministry. Furthermore, the cumulative statistics of the yearly ACPs are celebrated at our Annual Meeting and National Convention. Include your church in this celebration by filling out the ACP by February each year. You will need your SBCworkspace username and password to fill out the ACP. Contact the CSBC if you need help logging in.

CSBC offers resources to assist your church with facility repairs and improvements, ensuring your building maintains its appeal in the community while allowing you to stay focused on spreading the Gospel. Click here to apply for a grant.

We offer bylaws consultation, resources, and reviews for CSBC churches and for those wanting to join our convention. Failure to comply with state and local laws can create legal liability for your ministry, and failing to follow your bylaws can expose leaders of your ministry to personal liability. We recommend updating your bylaws every few years to reflect exactly how your church is organized and governed.

Many pastors struggle alone, which can negatively impact their mental and spiritual health. In contrast, leaders who seek support and accountability can continually expand their vision and cultivate a life-giving culture around them. The CSBC offers this essential support. Our certified coaches are trained to come alongside you to help you achieve greater effectiveness and make significant progress toward growth. You'll experience a rejuvenated professional and personal life.

HR180 is an exclusive membership portal to a comprehensive library of essential compliance documents designed to meet all your church's HR needs, with direct access to a dedicated team ready to assist with any questions or concerns. The HR180 membership is provided at no cost to CSBC cooperating churches.

The CSBC provides our cooperating churches a free, comprehensive demographic report. MissionInsite is more than just a demographics report—it's your gateway to vital community information. Explore detailed demographic data across strategic categories and unlock new possibilities for your church's ministry. Request your report today.

The NextGen Leaders Network exists to equip California Southern Baptists in their first years of ministry through times of connecting, mentoring, and resourcing. We're working to bridge the gap between older and younger leaders in California. The next generation is critical to the future of church leadership and reaching California for Christ.

Searching for a pastor? This transitional time can be challenging, so the CSBC is here for you. Click here for our resources to help you during this important season in your church.

If this is a life-threatening emergency or you are reporting a crime, please call 911 immediately. If you are reporting child abuse or maltreatment, please immediately contact local law enforcement and/or your state agency for child and family services. You can search for CA laws related to child abuse prevention and reporting regulations here (childwelfare.gov).

You can call or write to the options below to report abuse related to a Southern Baptist church or entity or to request assistance with responding to or preventing abuse.

The Church Matters Team can help you find resources and ideas to establish and energize these ministries in your church. Please contact the Church Matters team for a personal connection to someone who can assist you.

Singing, praying, giving, listening, reading, and responding to God’s Word will transform our lives if we give ourselves to God in worship. Church Matters is committed to helping your church cultivate a vibrant culture of worship that suits your congregation. We offer training, consultations, coaching, workshops, and networking opportunities for church leaders.

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