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Autumn discipleship small groups
A congregation-wide discipleship initiative in the small group setting…
In 2025 Autumn, the ET English leaders are inviting the congregation into a season of focused Discipleship together.
The Discipleship will be engaged through Small Groups, where we may jointly open Scripture, wrestle with sermon questions, and grow in community.
Each group will meet Bi-Weekly for 6 Sessions (Mid-Sept to Mid-Dec).
Whether you’re new or a long-timer, this is a chance to connect, be known, and follow Jesus as a community.
Pastor Luke’s ordination service: Sept 13
Pastor Luke’s ordination service will be held on Saturday, Sept 13 at 3 p.m. at the church…
The Ordination Examination Council, hosted by the Toronto Baptist Ministry, has completed the review of Pastor Luke Cheng's ordination application on August 7. The ordination service will be held on Saturday, September 13 at 3 p.m. at the church. All are invited to attend, witness, and support Pastor Cheng’s calling to ministry.
Celebrating 20 years of ministry – Rev. Raymond Cheng
We give thanks to God as we celebrate Rev. Raymond Cheng’s 20 years of faithful ministry at ETCBC...
We give thanks to God as we mark Pastor Raymond’s 20th anniversary of ministry at ETCBC, beginning on September 7, 2005. Over the years, he has devoted himself to preaching, discipling believers, proclaiming the Gospel, and shepherding the Cantonese congregation with the love of Christ.
We praise God for His work through Pastor Raymond and pray for continued health, joy, and wisdom for him and his family, that his ministry may keep bringing glory to God’s name.
Membership application to new incorporated entity – Oct
Membership application to our new incorporated entity will take place this Oct; log in to access the slide deck from the Sept 21 Special Members Meeting…
As shared at the August Q2 Members Meeting, we are inviting current members of East Toronto Chinese Baptist Church to apply for membership to our new incorporated entity: East Toronto Community Baptist Church.
This is an administrative step and does not convey approval or disapproval of the by-laws or revised Statement of Faith that will be put forward.
Membership Application Details:
When: Four Sundays from Oct 5 to 26
Who: Available only to current members of East Toronto Chinese Baptist Church
How: Complete and submit a short physical form in person during the designated period
Requesting an Exception:
If you will be away for all four Sundays (e.g., due to school, travel, etc.) and require alternative arrangements, please contact EB Chair Wesley Wong or Pastor Willi Loo to request an exception.
Special Members Meeting slide deck and revised Statement of Faith
Thank you to everyone who attended the Incorporation Special Members Meeting on Sunday, Sept 21. If you missed the session, the slide deck which includes a link to the revised Statement of Faith, is available on the Members page of our website. If you’re having trouble logging in, please contact Pastor Willi.
Fall transitions and potluck
Join us this Labour Day weekend as we acknowledge the changes and transitions for many among us…
As the summer comes to an end and the fall is around the corner, this Labour Day weekend service is a time for us to acknowledge the changes and transitions for many among us.
Join us for service (August 31) and a potluck lunch. Please sign up for the potluck through the following link: https://link.etcbc.org/potluck
Q2 QMM: Thurs, Aug 21 at 9 p.m. (online)
Q2 QMM will be held virtually on Thursday, Aug 21 at 9 p.m. Read on to find out more...
Please mark your calendar for the English Q2 members meeting on Thursday, Aug 21 at 9 p.m. in a virtual format (Zoom). Everyone is welcome to attend and engage with the happenings of the church!
The meeting link will be sent via the English broadcast channels (WhatsApp and email).
To join the WhatsApp group, please talk to any of the leaders. Alternatively, keep up-to-date via email by filling out the ETCBC English Broadast Email Group Opt-in form.
Summer baptism: Aug 10
Please join us for a joint baptismal service on Sunday, Aug 10, followed by light refreshments...
A joint baptismal service will be held on Sunday, August 10, at 11:45 a.m. in the Main Sanctuary. Please join us in celebrating this milestone with the friends and families of the ET community. Light refreshments will be served following the baptism.
Later that day, our CCSA senior-division teams, Soteria and Ekklesia, will be playing at 6 p.m. at Wigmore Park (106 Wigmore Dr.). Come out and cheer on our amazing players!
Pastor Luke’s 10th work anniversary
We recognize Pastor Luke Cheng for 10 years of faithful service to our Mandarin congregation…
We gratefully acknowledge the 10th work anniversary of Pastor Luke Cheng, our Mandarin Pastor, who began serving at ETCBC on August 4, 2015. For the past decade, Pastor Luke has faithfully ministered to our Mandarin congregation with dedication, humility, and a heart for God.
We thank God for his ongoing service and pray for continued wisdom and strength in the years ahead.