Welcome to CABC Thornleigh
To nurture disciples in God's word. Be sowers of God's love.
About Our Diverse Community
Multicultural Roots
We embrace English, Mandarin, and Cantonese speakers alike.
Inclusive Atmosphere
From children to youth to seniors, all find a home here.
Welcoming Spirit
Newcomers quickly feel part of our close-knit family.
Sunday service
Engaging Sermons
Dive into thought-provoking messages that transform lives.
Spirited Worship and Welcoming Community
- 9am main hall: English
- 9am side hall: Mandarin
- 11am main hall: Cantonese
To know more about Mandarin congregation, visit https://mandarin.cabc-t.org.au/
Selah Sundays
Integrating our singing and reading of God's word
Nurturing Children's Ministry
3L: LEARN, LOVE and LIVE
- LEARN: Know who God is
- LOVE: Love God with all our heart
- LIVE: Let the love of God change our lives and how we live
Teaching Material: The Gospel Project
- Heart Transforming
- Age Aligned
- Chronological
- Theologically Rich
- Missionally Minded
- Christ Centred
Dynamic Youth Programs (TYF Friday 7:20-10pm school days)
Grow Through Small Groups
Dive Deeper in Faith
Share life, study the Bible, and pray together in a supportive environment.
Encourage one another in your spiritual journey
Build Lasting Connections, Extend a helping hand in times of need
Who are we?
Chinese and Australian Baptist Church - Thornleigh was founded in July 1989. Since 1984, Rev. Joseph Fung responded to God's guidance, and, together with Rev. Burman of Eastwood Baptist Church began to reach out to the Cantonese speaking Chinese migrant community, resulting in the establishment of CABC Thornleigh. All this time the Church has upheld its foundation – the Word of God. The ministry of our church has always centred on the Word of God – our Sunday worship, our all-age Sunday school, our cell groups and fellowship groups all built upon this foundation; but from the beginning, never forgetting the Great Commission. Right from the beginning, CABC-Thornleigh already established a mission fund, supporting local and overseas mission.
Here we see a beautiful picture, the Australian and Chinese pastors and brothers and sisters then, in responding to the gospel need of the community, joined in local mission, establishing the church, spreading the Word of God, and supporting overseas missions. Just as the Lord Jesus, before his ascension, instructed the apostles and said, “…You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8). We thank God for His provision throughout the years, for establishing CABC-Thornleigh this big spiritual family to proclaim Christ and witness the power of His Gospel.
Contact
Address: 235 Pennant Hills Road, Thornleigh
Phone: (02) 9484 3920
Email: office [at] cabc-t.org.au
News
Cell Group PicnicTODAY Please join us for a combined Cell Group Picnic on Sunday, 29 March, at 12:00pm at Ruddock Park, Quarter Sessions Road, Westleigh.
- Daylight saving ends on next Sunday, 5th April, 2026 3 :00am, please be reminded that clocks are turned backward 1 hour.
Good Friday Services on 3rd Apr., 2026 are,
English : 5:30pm at Main Hall; 6:30pm Pot-luck Dinner at Side Hall
Cantonese & Mandarin combined : 10am at Main Hall
Combined Easter Baptism service (Cantonese & Mandarin) will be held at 2pm on Sun. 5th April, 2026 . Those to be baptised are Carol Wong, Patrick Cheung, Vicky Tsang, Nixon Wong, Rachel Chun, jenny xu and Alice Bian.
There will also be a child dedication. All are welcome to attend. The 9am Mandarin and 11am Cantonese Sunday worships are still on as usual.
A Special Members Meeting will be held on Sunday, 12thApril 2026 at 1:00pm, both in person at church and via Zoom. The Zoom details will be sent to all members on the week.
Non-members are also welcome to attend as observers or join via the livestream, and we warmly invite all to stay informed about the affairs of the church.
The purpose of this meeting is to discuss and vote on whether to appoint Pastor Kenny Tse as a full-time Cantonese pastor of our church. Pastor Kenny Tse has previously preached at our Cantonese congregation during the Saturday and Sunday services on 21st and 22nd March, 2026. Sermon recording can be viewed on our church YouTube Channel (https://youtube.com/@cabcthornleigh).
The quorum of the meeting is 40% of the membership eligible to vote (equivalent to ~102 people). The motion will pass only if more than 75% of those present vote in favor (at least 77 votes in support).
6. Church camp will be held at the Collaroy Centre from 17–19 April. Those not attending please take note of the followings,
Cantonese Sat. 18/4 10am service – will be cancelled but combined with Sunday 11am service on 19/4
Cantonese Sun. 19/4 11am service - in person worship as usual at church with sermon from recording of church camp service.
Mandarin service - no service at church, but service from the camp will be live-streamed
English Sun. 19/4 service – no service at church. There will be no recording or live-streaming.
There will be no children Sunday School at Thornleigh on Sun. 19/4
Church Camp Fundraising To help cover the shortfall in costs for the church camp, a special offering is to be collected. To contribute, please continue your online transfer and include "ChurchCamp26" in the description. Additionally, proceeds from the April monthly church lunch will also go toward the Church Camp fund.