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
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
Women's DLT April Baking event Please join us on Saturday, 12 April 2pm - 4:10pm for an afternoon of cookie baking for our local community, followed by a time in God's Word and prayer. Please RSVP by Wednesday 9 April via
https://tinyurl.com/DLTbake25 or the QR code. Please contact Jess 0434400600 or Janice 0433777490 if you have any questions. Looking forward to seeing you there!!!
The Backyard – financials update Praise God that by the end of March, we have been able to borrow $110k in interest-free loans from brothers and sisters, with another $50k pledged, totalling $160k. Along with the total offering received by the end of March, thank God we are now in a position to be able to meet our payment obligations over the next 2-3 months for the project work to be undertaken.
As at the end of March, total offering received is $148,361 (up $10,590 from the total as of Feb of $137,711). This represents 49% of the budgeted total expenses of 300k. Whilst we currently have the funds to make the payments, we will still need to repay the loans from brothers and sisters in the longer term. For any offering to the project, please specify “The Backyard” in the transfer.
Praise God for his blessings and provision to date, and please pray for us to keep trusting in Him and for the execution of the project.
Federal Election 2025 The Side Hall of the church has been hired to the Australian Electoral Commission for a period of 2 weeks, from pre-polling to election day, 22nd Apr. to 3rd May. During that period, from Monday to Saturday, the Side Hall will be solely used by AEC; no AEC activities on Sunday at our church. ie. Mandarin congregation will still be worshipping in the Side Hall on Sun. 27th April, 2025, and all other congregations’ worships in the Main Hall, as usual.
Monthly Church Lunch The ticket for the second Sunday Church Lunch will be on sale this week, i. 10:30am–11am and ii. 12:30pm–1pm, with two options @$8 and @$5. We encourage people to join this monthly event to get to know each others better. Please be reminded to bring your own container to reduce workload in dishwashing.