Christian Books Melanesia (CBM) is a publishing and distribution ministry serving the people of Papua New Guinea. Since its registration in 1973, CBM has grown into the largest Christian publisher in the country. As such, it takes seriously the responsibility of providing quality Christian literature at the most affordable rates. CBM's head office is located in Wewak. Bookshops can be visited in Wewak, Mt. Hagen, Aitape, Vanimo, Madang, and Lae warehouse. CBM employs 56 staff (3 missionaries), and is governed by 9 Board of Directors.

Objectives

• To publish and distribute Christian Books within Papua New Guinea; to bring its peoples to a vital saving faith in Jesus Christ as Lord; to build up and establish Christian believers in their faith; and to assist in the growth and development of the churches.
  
• To publish books that develop Biblical standards of morality, growth in Christian maturity, encouragement of Bible study, witnessing, and serving God.
  
• To produce literacy materials designed to produce a literate nation.
  
• To train indigenous staff at all levels to ensure the on-going ministry of the organisation.

Christian Books Melanesia, Inc. developed out of the need for Christian books and resources in both simple English and Tok Pisin.

In early 1969, the CMML mission group acting for the Christian Brethren Church (CBC), invited Les Marsh to use his 16 years of publishing experience to set up a Christian bookshop in Wewak.

A number of CBC missionaries contributed to literacy and resource material. In 1970, the Wewak Bookshop published 10,000 sets of Pidgin Primers and 1000 Teachers Guides. These were the first of the Kisim Save series.

1972 saw the culmination of this important literature work into the organisation now known as Christian Books Melanesia, Inc.

The writing, publishing, and marketing of Christian books remains an ongoing vision in Papua New Guinea and provides a flow of Biblical materials for many evangelical and other church groups throughout the country.

Bookshops

• Wewak (1969 to present)
  
• Mt Hagen (1972 to present)
  
• Port Moresby (1994-1999; 2004 to present)
  
• Vanimo (1995 to present)
  
• Aitape (1980 to present)
  
• Madang (2001 to present)
  
• Lae Warehouse (1994 to present)
• Popondetta (coming soon!)

Is God calling you to serve Him at CBM? Are you interested in using your skills and abilities to minister to minister to the people of Papua New Guinea?

There are many opportunities for service -- both short and long term, including (but not limited to) these areas:

    -  Finance / administration
    -  Publishing / printing
    -  Writing / editing
    -  Graphic design / art and illustration
    -  Mechanics / automotive
    -  Building projects
    -  repairs / maintenance
    -  Computers / networks

CBM will need key specialised replacement staff in the next 1-2 years. Pray for suitable reinforcements for:

• General Manager
  The GM's role is to manage, administer, organise, and instruct in compliance with the Board's policies and directions. The individual must have the confidence and ability to make wise decisions that will guide the future direction of CBM. This person must also possess sound business skills, consistently implement CBM policies, and oversee the day-to-day operations of the organisation.
   
  
• Editor / Publications Manager
  This editorial position requires an individual suitably qualified with printing or publishing experience and skilled with software such as Photoshop and PageMaker / Quark XPress / InDesign / Illustrator. Whoever fills this role must not only possess editorial, design, and computer skills, but also be a team player with a heart for Christian publishing.

Prayer Requests

• Pray that CBM will maintain their good witness in each centre -- that we will portray a clear testimony, free from disunity or deceit. Please pray for moral purity and integrity within CBM so that we might be a united team that walks in love and truth each day.
• Pray for the General Manager and Board of Directors as they make crucial decisions.
  
• Pray that the publications staff will continue creating effective books and resources for use across PNG.
  
• Pray for the Bookshop managers / supervisors as they order stock.
  
• Pray that our office equipment will continue operating smoothly, especially the photocopiers and computers.