Initiatives
Our Mission
CBMC stands for Christian Business Men’s Connection. Our mission is to present Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord to business and professional men and to develop Christian business and professional men to carry out the Great Commission.
Matthew 28:19-20 says, "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Read More...
Our History
CBMC began in the United States in 1930 as Christian Business Men's Committee, when a small group of Christian businessmen coordinated a series of pre-Easter prayer rallies. With the Great Depression in its second year, these men saw an urgent need for spiritual revival and took it upon themselves to plan a six-week evangelistic series of meetings at the Garrick Theater, in the Chicago loop area. Public response to the first gathering on January 6, 1931, was overwhelming, as more than 800 packed into the 800-seat facility for all six sessions. As the meetings were drawing to a close, the downtown Chicago business community wanted to continue the gatherings as more and more men were experiencing life change through their newfound relationship with Christ.
Our Offerings
OPERATION TIMOTHY
Operation Timothy (OT) is a time-tested relational discipleship tool used by CBMC, churches and other ministries around the globe. Based on the Apostle Paul’s discipling of Timothy, OT is designed for those who are searching for answers to life’s tough questions and for those who desire to grow in their faith. This transformational journey will develop leaders who are intentional about integrating their work and their faith. Operation Timothy is available free of charge. Simply register and you will be given access to the Marketplace Ambassador Advancement System (MAAS). MAAS is CBMC’s complete toolbox of resources to help you live a life of faith in the workplace. Join the thousands who have been impacted by these tools. “We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God.” 2 Corinthians 5:20
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Specifically designed for 25-45-year-olds, CBMC Young Professionals is an accelerated business and spiritual coaching program. Seasoned executives are on hand for mentoring in an authentic environment. Purpose-driven men are encouraged to grow in their faith while practicing business God’s way. Room to grow and space to share is what YP’s are all about. CBMC Young Professionals seek to live a life of significance while living out the Gospel in their sphere of influence. Get connected to a CBMC Young Professional group in your area.
CONNECT3 TEAMS
The purpose of C3 teams are to connect men to God, to one another and to the Great Commission. C3 teams exist to train and equip men to become Marketplace Ambassadors and to integrate their work and faith. Men gather to pray and support one another weekly through these vital Connect3 teams. These teams provide the framework for both one-on-one and small group relationships that refresh and renew. Proverbs 27 proclaims, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” Click the button below to find a C3 team in your area. If you are interested in starting a C3 team in your area, contact us to become a certified Connect3 Team Leader.
TRUSTED ADVISOR FORUMS
Trusted Advisor Forums is a peer advisory group designed for senior business executives who want to excel their business, apply Biblical principles, and become part of a community of like-minded leaders in their local area. This setting builds confidence, trust, support, and long-term accountability among participants. As eight to twelve business leaders come together every month, they focus on the “whole person.” CBMC’s Trusted Advisor Forums are distinct in that leaders not only learn how to build a business of excellence but also how to live as a Marketplace Ambassador.
LEADERSHIP COACH TRAINING
CBMC is passionate about developing leaders. In partnership with The Center for Coaching Excellence, CBMC has produced customized leadership coach training based on professional coaching standards from the broader Christian coaching movement. Christian coaching is a one-on-one, structured relationship in which two people partner for growth, change and forward-moving progress. The coach does this by providing a regular, safe, encouraging, and Christ-centered forum. Leadership Coach Training (LCT) is a unique mix of content, interaction, and practice which result in genuine learning. In the eight weeks following the workshop, you’ll be a part of a weekly 60-minute teleclass or webinar that will build upon and deepen the content you have learned. At the end, you will have the skills and confidence you need to use coaching in a variety of real life situations. Complete the registration form to get involved.
LIVINGPROOF ADVENTURE
Join the adventure of being “living proof” in a constantly changing culture. This 13 week video-based series is perfect for a small group setting. The goal of LivingProof Adventure is to challenge participants to recognize that as Christians we are, in fact, Ambassadors for Christ as stated in 2 Corinthians 5:20. Registration is available free of charge at the Marketplace Ambassador Advancement System (MAAS).
BECOMING A SPIRITUAL REPRODUCER
Becoming a Spiritual Reproducer is a small group video-based training series for mature Christians to learn how to become a disciplemaker.