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Ignite Your Leadership Journey with CCNL By Cyndi Marcy

The CCNL Program Transforms Your Leadership

I’m Cyndi Marcy, and I’m thrilled to share an incredible opportunity to transform your leadership journey! By enrolling in the Credentialed Christian Nonprofit Leader (CCNL) program offered by the Christian Leadership Alliance, you will build mission-critical competencies and expand your capacity to lead!

What It Means for You

The CCNL program isn’t just about earning a credential – it’s about equipping yourself with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead with excellence and integrity in the nonprofit sector.

Whether leading a small community outreach or a large international organization, this credential program empowers you to navigate challenges and seize opportunities with faith-driven leadership. It is Christian Leadership Alliance’s premier educational pathway.

Celebrating Excellence

At The Outcomes Conference 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida, we celebrated the dedication and achievement of newly credentialed and re-credentialed CCNL holders. It was a time of inspiration and learning as we honored those who embody the principles of CCNL in their daily leadership. (See photo.)

Insights Across the Finish Line

Here’s what some of our CCNL holders have to say:

“The CCNL program, a practical, interactive, hands-on experience, has given me knowledge, a connection to godly leaders and mentors, and insight into growing in Christ and being more effective as a Major Gifts Officer at Joni and Friends. It is why I continue to renew my credential every three years!” 
Lisa Bollier, CCNL, Development Officer, Major Gifts, Joni & Friends

“Embracing the CCNL credential has been a profound journey, enriching my personal and ministry endeavors. This credential equips leaders with invaluable skills, fostering excellence and empowerment in ministry. I am grateful for the transformative impact it continues to have on my leadership journey.”
Kimberly Robinson, CCNL, Director of HR, First Baptist Church of Glenarden

These testimonials reflect the transformative impact of CCNL on leadership effectiveness and organizational success.

Access Credits Anytime, Anywhere

Did you know? You can earn CCNL credits through our exceptional content in Outcomes Academy Online and the dynamic learning experiences at The Outcomes Conference, which will be held in Dallas in 2025.

Whether you prefer expert-facilitated online learning or thrive in an immersive conference environment, we’ve got you covered.

The Alliance offers three required CCNL online courses, including CCNL Leadership, which is being offered this Fall. You can enroll if you register by Sept. 9. We’re also offering a new The Thriving Leader online course, which serves as a CCNL elective. This course is part of an exciting new series that fortifies character and supports spiritual formation. The Thriving Leader Series offers strong online electives on your way to earning CCNL status.

The Capstone: Grand Finale

CLA’s CCNL Capstone is the culmination of the Credentialed Christian Nonprofit Leader (CCNL) program, designed to assess and validate the leadership competencies acquired throughout the program. It is a comprehensive final project demonstrating the participant’s understanding and application of critical principles in nonprofit leadership. Each CCNL Capstone project integrates learning from the CCNL program into a practical, real-world application.

Once you complete the CCNL capstone, you are immediately eligible for academic credit to complete particular degrees at York University and City Vision University!

Your Next Steps

Ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Visit our CCNL program page to learn more about curriculum details and registration. Explore the CCNL Program.

You can also send a team from your organization through the CCNL program, as this program is the ideal complement to your staff development, retention, and succession strategies.

Have questions or need assistance? I’m here to help you every step of the way – from understanding program benefits to guiding you through the application process. Your journey to CCNL starts with a simple conversation. Reach out to me today at Cyndi.Marcy@christianleadershipalliance.org.

Join the Community

By pursuing your CCNL credential, you’ll join a community of Christian leaders committed to excellence in stewarding their lives and ministries. Together, we can make a profound impact on God’s kingdom.

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your leadership potential. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together. I look forward to connecting with you soon!

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Cyndi Marcy is the Administrator for the Credentialed Christian Nonprofit Leader (CCNL) program for the Christian Leadership Alliance. She guides and counsels the Alliance’s CCNL program participants in this role as they pursue their professional credentials.


Visit the CLA Center for Online Learning powered by the Outcomes Academy Online.

Two exciting courses are starting this Fall, each contributing points to earning your CCNL!

  • CCNL 1 | Leadership | Personal, Executive, and Governance >>>  ENROLL HERE        
  • TLS 101 | The Thriving Leader | Spiritual Formation >>> ENROLL HERE  

Special Thanks to Cornerstone Managment for sponsoring what the Outcomes Academy makes possible

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