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
Baptism Opportunity on 15th June. If you are interested in or have questions about Baptism, please contact Pastor Nathan Kwok or any of your leaders.
TYF Fundraiser TODAY On Sunday the 18th of May, TYF will be holding a fundraiser for their annual youth camp, from 10:30am in the courtyard. We’ll be selling curry fishballs, dumplings and more! Cash and bank transfer options will be available.
3. Women’s Equip Conference: Join us as we watch the Equip 2024 conference together at church and explore the topic 'Hope for the weary' from Revelation 1-5 on Saturday 24 May 2025, 9:30am-3pm. Cost: $10 to cover the cost of morning tea and lunch. For more information and to RSVP, please check out https://tinyurl.com/EquipCABC25 or scan the QR code. If you have any further questions, please contact Jess 0434400600 or Janice 0433777490.
4. The Backyard project fund update Total offering received to 30 Apr is $159,116 (53% of budgeted total expenses of 300k). This is an increase of $10,755 from the total at 31 Mar of $148,361. For any offering to the project, please specify “The Backyard” in the transfer. Praise God for the generosity of everyone who has contributed so far, and may we continue to trust in Him for His provision and execution of the ongoing project.
5. The Annual General Meeting will be held in person at Church and on Zoom (for members only) at 1pm, 25th May 2025. Non-members may view the meeting via YouTube, Notes and zoom meeting details will be forwarded to members in the coming week. The voting for the General Election for the new year 2025–2026 will take place. The list of nominees, Agenda and minutes are attached in the email.
6. Faith Promise Offering This is our personal commitment to God to support 12 missionaries and mission agencies for the next 12 months through the church. Please remember our missionaries in our prayers. The Faith Promise pamphlet is attached in this week’s bulletin, and it can be collected at the Usher table at the entrance of the Main Hall as well.
The anonymous online form ( https://tinyurl.com/cabcfaith2025 ) is open for those who have not yet submitted. Please consider and seek God's guidance, and pray for the mission work of our missionaries.
7. E-Annual Report The 2024-2025 Annual report has been distributed via email last Fri. Please inform the office at office@cabc-t.org.au if you haven’t received the report. We would like to thank the Elders, Pastors, Deacons, Congregation Committee members, translators, graphic designer and proofreaders for their sharing and help in the compilation of the report. Members can use the “AOB” agenda item in the AGM to help clarify any uncertainties about the report.