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If so, you can learn more about how you can make a difference as a chaplain. [Read More](https://www.christiansinthemarketplace.com/chaplaincy-program?hsLang=en) ### Marketplace Leadership Training A 10-week virtual program that equips faith-based leaders with practical skills and biblical principles to lead with excellence, integrity, and Kingdom impact in the workplace. [Read More](https://www.christiansinthemarketplace.com/cimp-marketplace-leadership-training?hsLang=en) ### Chaplaincy Conference & Summit Join us for our annual Chaplaincy Conference and "Kingdom at Work" Summit (2 days of inspiration, instruction, empowerment, and restoration) to discover how resting in Him affects the way you work. [Read More](https://www.christiansinthemarketplace.com/chaplaincy-conferences?hsLang=en) ### SALTY Groups SALTY GROUP is simply to meet and pray. (S) Supplicating, prayer support group, interceding for one in the workplace..., (A) Asking God for a spiritual awakening..., (L) Loving others, praying for grace to live a Christ-like life..., (T) Truthing, telling the truth, speaking the truth in love, (Y) Yielding to the Holy Spirit... and the workplace becomes alive with His Presence – SALTY! [Read More](https://prayerattheheart.org/project-2026/salty-groups/) ### Forging the Marketplace Join us for a light breakfast and meaningful conversation with fellow leaders. Share ideas, build relationships, and explore innovative ways to make an impact in our community. Every 1st Tuesday of the month at 7:45, location: 8 Randolph Street, Thomasville, NC. We look forward to seeing you there! If you would like to be on our contact list, send us your email to stay informed. 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The goal is to bring back God’s presence, power, and purpose into the marketplace through the support and success of Christian business owners and workplace leaders everywhere. - Making Kingdom Connections - Creating Marketplace Disciples - Christ’s Presence in the Marketplace - Boldness for Christ in the Marketplace [![3logos01](https://www.christiansinthemarketplace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/3logos01.jpg?width=500&height=113&name=3logos01.jpg "3logos01")](https://www.chaplainsinternationalinc.com/) ### Upcoming CIMP Training Sessions ### Fall Chaplaincy 2026 Saturday Chaplaincy Session Oct 3, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm ### Fall Chaplaincy 2026 Monday | Wednesday AM Session Oct 5, 2026 11:30 am - 12:30 pm ### Fall Chaplaincy 2026 Monday | Wednesday PM Session Oct 5, 2026 06:30 pm - 7:30 pm ### Fall Chaplaincy 2026 Tuesday | Thursday AM Session Oct 6, 2026 11:30 am - 12:30 pm ### Fall Chaplaincy 2026 Tuesday | Thursday PM Session Oct 6, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm ### Fall 2026 Saturday Marketplace Leadership Session Oct 3, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm Oct 3 @ 12:00 AM ### Fall Session 2026 Registration Opens August 17th, 2026. 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