The Brooklyn Tabernacle, led by Pastor Jim Cymbala and Carol Cymbala, will host the Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire Conference from October 2 to 4, 2026, in New York City. The conference aims to refresh and equip those serving in ministry through two distinct tracks: one focused on pastoral and leadership development, and another dedicated to music and worship ministry.
Pastor Jim Cymbala, who has served as senior pastor for more than five decades, emphasized the conference’s purpose. “I’ve had the privilege of pastoring for more than five decades, and I know firsthand the challenges and blessings of ministry,” he said. “The Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire Conference is about helping leaders and worship teams go home with a renewed heart and a fresh fire for what God has called them to do.”
The teaching track is designed for pastors, ministry leaders, lay workers, and anyone seeking a fresh move of God, offering biblical encouragement and times of collective prayer. The music track will serve worship leaders, choir members, and music ministry teams, equipping them to cultivate deeper spiritual impact through music and worship. Carol Cymbala, Grammy Award–winning director of the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, noted the importance of music in ministry. “Music is a powerful tool for ministry,” she said. “My prayer is that every worship leader, singer, and musician who attends will encounter God’s presence in a life-changing way.”
A key highlight for music track attendees is the rare opportunity to rehearse and sing with the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, gaining hands-on experience in a world-class worship environment. The conference will take place at the Brooklyn Tabernacle, located at 17 Smith Street, Brooklyn, NY. Registration is available at https://www.brooklyntabernacle.org/fresh-wind-fresh-fire-conference/.
Pastor Jim Cymbala is widely recognized for his best-selling books, including Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Fan the Flame, and Jesus Every Day, which have inspired pastors and believers worldwide to deepen their commitment to prayer and biblical preaching. Carol Cymbala has led the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir to seven Grammy Awards, earning global recognition for worship marked by heartfelt, Spirit-led excellence.
This conference matters because it directly addresses the burnout and spiritual dryness many ministry leaders face, offering practical tools and communal support. By separating tracks for pastoral and music roles, it acknowledges the unique pressures each group experiences. The opportunity to learn from the Cymbalas, who have sustained impactful ministries for decades, provides rare insight. Moreover, the hands-on component with the choir allows worship leaders to translate theory into practice, potentially transforming their home congregations. In a city like New York, where ministry often competes with fast-paced secular culture, events like this serve as a critical reset button for those on the front lines.
