Purpose:

To train leaders for the evangelical churches of the indigenous tribes along the river.

Target:

CCB works primarily with the main tribe of Indians located up and down the Ucayali river.  This group is called the Shipibo-Conibo tribe.  They occupy about 150 village with a total population of approximately 30,000.  They are traditionally subsistent farmers and fishermen.  The men have adapted to wearing western-style clothing while their women wear a colorful blouse with embroidered skirts.  Many of the families supplement their meager income by selling handicraft items.

Mode of Ministry:

CCB is a hybrid Bible institute that was started in Pucallpa in 1992 to accommodate the lifestyles of the indigenous river people.  Students attend six separate month-long study sessions over the course of two years.  This allows the students to maintain their homes and farms while receiving Bible instruction.  If married, it is required that the wife also study.  Capanahua and Asheninka Indians have also studied at CCB.

CCB works under the Shipibo-Conibo Church Association (AIESHC).

How does this directly help build leaders?

Since CCB started in 1992, there have been 125 graduates.  Of these, around 95% are currently active in ministry.