Sharpen Your
Skills
Fight Clubs are designed to help local pastors/leaders sharpen their ministry skills. Each of these clubs are led and strategically designed by experienced pastors and leaders.
More Than Just Learning
Have you ever attended a conference or seminar, walked away inspired, but then got back to work and never had time to apply what you learned? Ministry is demanding, and it’s easy for great ideas to get lost in the chaos of daily responsibilities.
That’s where Fight Clubs come in. These weekly gatherings of pastors are designed not just for learning, but for action. In a small, committed group, you’ll take practical steps to implement change in your ministry—together. No more leaving valuable insights on the shelf. Fight Clubs help you stay accountable, push through challenges, and see real transformation in your leadership and church.
This isn’t just another meeting—it’s a space for real growth, real application, and real impact. Are you ready to fight for change in your ministry? Join us!
Current & Upcoming Fight Clubs
First Time Senior Pastors
Bucky Kennedy | Spring 2025
No matter what age you are or how long you’ve been in ministry, there is a steep learning curve when you sit in the Senior Pastor’s seat the first time. This fight club is designed to help navigate the challenges you may face.
Linking Budget and Vision to Accelerate Support
Gary Jarnagin and David Eppling | Spring 2025
One of CBA’s 2025 priorities is helping churches strengthen financial support. One pathway is shaping the annual budget process (development, presentation, etc.) so it does not come across as “just a page of numbers.”
Fall 2025 Coming Soon
Past Fight Clubs
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Next Steps in Online Ministry- Brian Hall
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Evangelism in a Post-Covid World | Fall 2020 – Jason Britt
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Creating Your Vision Frame | Spring 2020 – Grady Sutton
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Growing Your Small Group Ministry | Fall 2019 – Scott Smith
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Strengthening Leadership Skills | Spring 2019 – Jim Austin
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Your First 3 Years in a New Pastorate | Spring 2019 – Levi Skipper
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Discipling Growing Believers | Fall 2018 – Stacy Phillips
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Mentoring an Emerging Leader | Fall 2018 – George Thomasson
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Conquering the Time Monster | Spring 2018 – Levi Skipper & Jeff Williams
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Multiplying your Impact as a Student Minister | Fall 2017 – Brandon Roney
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Becoming a More Effective Communicator | Spring 2017 – Joel Southerland
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Leading People in Worship | Fall 2016 – James Dollar
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Creating an Evangelistic Culture in Your Church | Fall 2016 – Joel Southerland & Jeff Williams
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Visionary Leadership | Spring 2016 – Jeff Crook
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Creating a System for Discipleship in Your Church | Spring 2016 – Ken Adams
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Leading Change Effectively | Fall 2015 – Larry Wynn & Bob Horner
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Increasing Evangelistic Effectiveness | Fall 2015 – Thomas Hammond & Randy Mullinax
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Preparing for Your Next Phase in Ministry | Spring 2015 – Dr. Jim Austin
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Developing Leaders in a Local Church Setting | Spring 2015 – Scott Goetz & Jojo Thomas