About
CBMC International
Vision Statement
“To see a globally unified CBMC fulfilling the Great Commission in every nation’s marketplace for generations.”
This vision drives everything we do. We are passionately committed to the Gospel. To the ends of the earth, we are called to see every nation transformed as business and professional leaders become powerful ambassadors of the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Mission Statement
“We guard, unite, and grow CBMC globally to advance evangelism and disciple-making in the marketplace.”
We are dedicated to guarding the Gospel-centeredness of our ministry, uniting the global CBMC movement, and growing a vibrant, multiplying organization that reaches, empowers, and deploys Christian professionals to make disciples and transform the marketplace.
What is Marketplace Ministry?
Marketplace ministry is the intentional integration of faith and work. It involves Christians living as ambassadors of Christ in their professional spheres — boldly sharing the Gospel, making disciples, and transforming the culture of their workplaces, industries, and communities through their words, actions, and character.
At CBMC, we equip business and professional leaders worldwide to live out this calling every day. Advances in information technology and global connectivity have positioned CBMC at the forefront of this movement, enabling us to connect, disciple, and mobilize leaders across more than 90 nations.
Our Story
A Brief History of CBMC
In 1930, amidst the backdrop of the ongoing Great Depression, a group of Christian businessmen in the USA felt a divine calling. Recognizing the profound need for spiritual revival in Chicago, they took action, gathering together under the banner of prayer and evangelism in the marketplace. This inspiration resonated in other major cities like San Francisco and Seattle, where similar groups emerged. By 1937, these groups unified, giving birth to CBMC.
The following year, 1938, saw the inaugural CBMC International Conference in Chicago, aiming to foster a deeper global bond and shared dedication among Christian businesspeople.
During the 1970s, “Operation Timothy” was introduced as a life-on-life discipleship tool. The aspiration was to mold discipled businessmen and women into influential CBMC contributors who, in turn, would disciple others within their professional spheres. Over time, CBMC’s impact grew, man by man and woman by woman, eventually touching corners across the globe.
CBMC International, a distinct entity supported by an independent board since 1987, now features ministry teams across all six continents. Through prayer, evangelism, discipleship, and leadership development, CBMC stands as a divine instrument used by God for almost a century to transform lives in the business and professional arenas.
CBMC Began in North America (Chicago)
First CBMC International Conference
CBMC Began in Pacific (Australia)
CBMC Began in Asia (South Korea)
CBMC Began in Latin America (Mexico)
CBMC Began in Europe (The Netherlands)
CBMC Began in Africa (South Africa)
CBMC International Established as the Global Association for CBMC
Asian/Pacific Board
Europartners, CBMC agent in Europe
Global Leadership Team
Latin America ExCom
Africa ExCom
MAAS Digital Platform launched
Middle East Pilot
CBMC Leads Marketplace Ministry Teams in over 100 Countries on 6 Continents