Jim Cymbala Christian Author and Pastor |
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Born | 1949 Brooklyn, New York |
Residence | Brooklyn, New York |
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | University of Rhode Island, Naval Academy |
Occupation | Head Pastor |
Years active | 1971-Present |
Organization | Brooklyn Tabernacle |
James "Jim" R. Cymbala (born 1949) is an American author and pastor of the Brooklyn Tabernacle. He is also a former college basketball player, serving on the teams for the United States Naval Academy and the University of Rhode Island.
Cymbala's best-selling books include Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire; Fresh Faith; and Fresh Power. In 2002, Cymbala was nominated for a Dove Award for Musical of the Year, for his work on Light Of The World, along with his wife, Carol Cymbala and their 270-voice Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir. He has been the pastor of the multi-racial megachurch The Brooklyn Tabernacle, since 1971. When he began serving The Brooklyn Tabernacle, the church membership numbered fewer than 30 persons. As of 2012[update], the church numbers over 16,000 members. The Cymbalas have three children and nine grandchildren.