Christian Bowhunters of America

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I become a member?
How can I know for sure I'm going to heaven?
What does CBA believe?
How can CBA claim to be a Christian organization and justify the killing of animals?
Can you send me some information via regular mail? via E-mail?
Does CBA sell merchandise, such as T-shirts, caps, etc.?
When does my membership expire? When do I need to renew?
Chapters -- Is there a local chapter in my area?
How can I start a chapter?
Newsletter -- When is the newsletter published?
Tracts -- I really like the tracts. Can I copy them from the website and distribute them to friends and at events?
I still have more questions, who should I contact?

What does CBA believe?
Please see our Statement of Faith which outlines CBA's spiritual beliefs and views on creation and hunting. You may also want to check out an article written by our Founder & Chairman, entitled What is CBA All About?, in the Summer 96 issue of The Christian Bowhunter (formally Speaking Out!). back to top

How can CBA claim to be a Christian organization and justify the killing of animals?
CBA believes that God has given man permission to hunt. For more information on this, please see our Statement of Faith and a tract written by our Founder & Chairman, entitled Should We Hunt?. back to top

Can you send me some info via regular mail? via E-mail?
We sure can! CBA publishes a printed information brochure which is a condensed version of the information available on this website. It includes information on who we are, what we do, and outlines our Statement of Faith. It also includes a membership application. If you would like a copy of this brochure sent to you by postal mail, please visit the contact us page for more information. back to top

Does CBA sell merchandise, such as T-shirts, caps, etc.?
Yes, a variety of reasonably priced items are available exclusively to CBA members. For information and a price list, contact the Membership/Merchandise Secretary via , found on the contact us page. back to top

How do I become a member?
Becoming a member is easy! First, check out the Membership page for information about dues and benefits, then mail a completed CBA Membership Application to the address indicated on the application. (click here to jump to the membership application) Make sure you sign the application and enclose the correct membership dues. Sorry, we are not accepting applications through the Internet at this time. back to top

When do I need to renew my CBA membership?
You will receive a renewal notice in the mail before your expiration date.
If you joined CBA before 1990 you will not need to renew. Although, if you joined CBA before 1990 you will be asked to donate to the ministry of CBA annually. Pre-90 members will receive by mail a request for support. If you have any questions concerning your membership please contact the CBA Membership Secretary. back to top

Is there a local chapter in my area?
Go to our Chapter Map page for a chapter near you. back to top

How can I start a chapter?
The effectiveness of CBA rests largely upon the organization of local chapters by the membership. Have you ever thought about what you specifically might do for Christ? Could it be that your abilities could be used to start a CBA chapter? Information about starting a chapter can be found on the Chapters page. back to top

When is the newsletter published?
The newsletter, The Christian Bowhunter (formally Speaking Out!), is published six times a year. back to top

I really like the tracts.Can I copy them from the website and distribute them to friends and at events?
Sorry, the tracts are under copyright by CBA and are used with permission of the authors. Please don't copy them from the website and distribute them. If you would like to obtain copies for personal use or distribution, please contact the for information on purchasing (cheap!). back to top

I still have a question about CBA, who should I contact?
Visit our Contact Page for information on sending us your question. back to top