Events
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October
Florida Hurricane Relief Fund
We are still collecting Special Offering for Hurricane Helene/Milton. In the wake of the recent hurricanes, many individuals and families have faced devastating losses. We stand together in solidarity to support those affected by this disaster. Every contribution, no matter how small, will make a difference. Your generosity can help provide essential supplies, shelter, and hope to those in need. Let us come together as a community to support one another during this challenging time. Thank you for your kindness and compassion. Ways to donate:
The special envelope, labeled "Special Offering Hurricane Helene/Milton" can be picked up near each offering box and in the Foyer
CBC online donation, "Hurricane Helene/Milton Relief Fund"
Donate to Southern Baptist Disaster Relief - Hurricane Helene
Donate to Southern Baptist Disaster Relief - Hurricane Milton
Southern Baptists are responding to ongoing critical needs in the aftermath of both hurricanes.
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November
Friday
November
CBC Friday Night Food & Fellowship
6:30 pm / Rooms 159 & 163
If your child is participating in youth or AWANA, please join us Friday nights for fellowship and dinner in Rooms 159 and 163. Food will be served in Room 163 or Office Foyer from 6:30 - 7:30 pm. Afterwards, we will breakout into our respective groups: AWANA in FLC (Kids age 4-5th grade) from 7:30 - 9:15 pm, Youth in Chapel (Middle and High Schoolers) from 7:30 - 9:15 pm, Mandarin Fellowship in Room 163 from 7:30 - 9:00 pm, and English Adults R&R in Room 134 from 7:30 - 9:00 pm for sharing, prayer, and Bible study.
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November
Friday
November
R&R Friday Night Prayer Fellowship
7:30 pm / Room 134
Friday Night Prayer Group meets weekly on Fridays at 7:30 pm in Room 134 Join us for Friday night prayer fellowship each week as we intentionally rest, recalibrate, and are renewed spiritually in the Lord and together as a church family. Kids attending AWANA or ACCESS are invited for the light dinner at the beginning before going off to their respective fellowships as well (dinner is usually provided at 7:00 pm in Room 163.) Contact Mimi Chew for more information.
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November
Young Adults Thanksgiving Potluck
6:00 pm / Chapel
Youth Adults Ministry Grow Group Gobble Potluck will be on Saturday, November 23 at 6:00 pm in the Chapel. Please bring your favorite dish to share, celebrating Thanksgiving! Please scan the QR Code or click on the link below to RSVP by November 20.
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November
Joint Thanksgiving Worship Service
10:00 - 11:30 am / Sanctuary
Join us in worshipping the Lord as the body of Christ and giving thanks to Him for all His benefits to us together with all 3 congregations on Sunday, November 24 at 10:00 am in the Sanctuary. Combined Lunch Fellowship in the FLC at 12:00 pm. No Sunday School on this day. May God be glorified in all that we say, think and do.
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November
Kids Ministry
Children’s Sunday School needs second and third grade teachers (serving from 11:00 am - 12:15 pm). If brothers and sisters are interested in helping, please contact Geraldine: Geraldinel@cbchouston.org
Child Dedication: Child dedication is for families who would like to dedicate their young child to the Lord, commit themselves to raise their precious little one up in the way of our Lord, and for the church family to love and support them along this journey. Please register to attend one of our required sessions prior to the dedication.
Child Baptism: Baptism is an important step of obedience on the journey with Jesus as the child identifies him/herself with the death and resurrection of Christ, and shares his/her desire to follow Jesus with family and friends, and the church family. Please register for the Next Step.
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November
Sunday Lunch Fellowship
12:30 pm / FLC
The upcoming groups serving are:
November 24: Cantonese & Youth
December 1: Prayer Meeting; No Lunch
Each group is asked to provide 3-4 helpers (including 1-2 to wash dishes)
If you’d like to make a donation to support our kitchen, please drop it off on Sunday at the serving line! Thank you for your support!
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November
Handbells and Chimes Music Program
1:30 - 2:30 pm / Green Room in the Worship Center
Handbells and Chimes Ensemble, a Special Christmas Music Presentation organized by Pastor Kai Yuen Choi and Rev. Clifford Lee, will practice on Sundays, from 1:30 - 2:30 pm in the Green Room (left of the Sanctuary in the Worship Center). We invite all to come and join, but you have to be able to read music. If you are not familiar with handbells or chimes, we will have introductory sessions to give an idea of the instruments and how they are played. Registration is open, see registration link below or scan the QR code to register and for more details. Please contact the CBC office at 713-461-0963 for more information.
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November
Wellness Connect Group
10:30 - 11:30 am / CBC Children Center (Room 211)
Wellness Connect Group will be back in person at CBC Children Center (Room 211) every Tuesday beginning on Tuesday, September 3 from 10:30 to 11:30 am. Please provide your own resistance band, 2-3 lb dumb bells, yoga mat, bottle water and wear comfortable sports cloth. Wellness Connect Group is aimed at increasing flexibility, strength and improving balance. Regular participation in these activities can help reduce risk of falls, increase mental clarity, and alleviate stress and anxiety. Please email Coach Amber Peng at pengjian814@gmail.com for more details.
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November
Church Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
CBC Office will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 in observance of Thanksgiving Day. On Sunday, September 12, a Joint Worship Service for all 3 congregations will be from 10:00 - 11:30 am in the Sanctuary.On Sunday, September 12, a Joint Worship Service for all 3 congregations will be from 10:00 - 11:30 am in the Sanctuary.
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December
Baby Bottles Bonanza
November 3 - December 1
Baby Bottles Bonanza Fundraising for the Women’s Pregnancy Center. From November 3 - December 1, please take some baby bottles home, fill them up with coins or cash, and bring them back to church by Sunday, December 1. Everyone is encouraged to be a part of the regional prayer gathering. Everyone is encouraged to be a part of the regional prayer gathering.
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December
Church-wide Prayer Gathering
12:30 - 1:00 pm / Sanctuary
Pastoral staff are calling everyone to gather and pray on the 1st Sunday of every month. The upcoming date will be Sunday, December 1 from 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm in the Worship Center. No lunch on this day. Everyone is encouraged to be a part of the regional prayer gathering. No lunch on this day.
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December
Chinese School $280/year
Sundays @ 1:30 - 3:45 pm / Various Classrooms
CBC Chinese School classes are held on Sunday afternoons at 1:30 pm in the Children Center (Room 211). Traditional and Simplified Chinese classes include Chinese character reading & writing, calligraphy, conversation, recital and activity teaching. We are accepting enrollment from Kindergarten (age 5) to 8th grade. Please email any question to cbcchinesesch@gmail.com or contact Katie Kwok (Cantonese) or Jolee (Mandarin). Visit the Chinese School page for more information and to download the registration form.
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December
Men’s Breakfast
8:30 - 9:30 am / Room 163
Men’s Breakfast event will be on Saturday, Decmber 7 from 8:30 - 9:30 am in Room 163. Join us for men’s fellowship, devotional and prayer time together. Breakfast will be provided. RSVP to Pastor Oleg: pastoroleg@cbchouston.org or CBC Church Office: ashleyl@cbchouston.org or 713-461-0963. All brothers are welcome to attend.
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December
Rainbow Fellowship "Festival of Lights" Trip $32.00
3:00 - 8:30 pm / Galvestion
Field trip to Moody Gardens for the “Festival of Lights”. Bus departs CBC at 3:00 pm. Cost of ticket & buffet dinner: $32.00 (For ages 65 & up); $37.00 (for ages 13-64) Non-refundable. Payment is due 4 weeks before travel. Tram available on a first-come, first-serve basis for those with limited mobility. Note: Moody Gardens requires payment a month in advance, with no refunds. They have golf carts with about 6 seats to ride around the "Festival of Lights" for those who have limited mobility. Price includes a delicious buffet and ticket to the Festival of Lights. RSVP to Josephine 713-774-4321 or Dorothy 281-222-9180.
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December
Business Meeting
1:00 pm / Sanctuary
Save the date for our Annual Business Meeting that will be held on Sunday, December 8 at 1:00 pm in the Sanctuary. The Church Annual Report 2023-2024 along with agenda and previous minute meeting will be ready for pick up in the Foyer, please take only 1 copy per family. Simple lunch will be served.
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University of Houston Outreach Ministry
Collecting donations for UH International Students from December 8 - January 12, 2025. Please bring the donated items to the CBC front Office under the stairway. Items needed such as bedding (sheets, pillows, blankets), kitchenware (pots, pans, bowls, knives, utensils), small appliances (toasters, microwaves, kettles) and small basic furniture (chairs, small tables). New or gently used items are greatly appreciated. For more information, please contact Pastor Oleg at pastoroleg@cbchouston.org.
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December
Rainbow Fellowship $5.00
10:00 am - 12:00 pm / FLC
Senior Rainbow Fellowship will be on Thursday, December 12 at 10:00 am -12:00 pm in the FLC. The speaker will be Mr Danny Lee. Bring a gift to "Swap-a-thon", worth at least $5.00. Please bring snacks to put into gift baskets for foreign students. We celebrate December Birthdays too! Cost $5.00/person for lunch. Please RSVP to Josephine Jue 713-774-4321 or Dorothy Chow 281-222-9180.
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January
Blood Donation Drive at CBC
9:00 am - 1:00 pm / FLC
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center will come to CBC on Sunday, January 5, 2025 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm in the FLC. Please consider donating blood this year to help save lives again! Our goal is 25 people this time! Sign-up or a 15-minute slot to help save a life. Participants will receive a blue hoodie!