Community Bible Church Ilderton Celebrates 25 Years: History Project Underway by Pamma Hubbert Community Bible Church Ilderton (CBCI), is preparing for a special celebration in 2025 — its 25th anniversary. To mark this milestone, the church gathers memories, photos, and stories from its congregation and the wider community as part of a history project to document the church’s journey and its impact on local lives. Since its inception in 2000, CBCI has been a cornerstone in the Ilderton community. It began when 80 members from the Granton Community Bible Church started meeting at the Ilderton Community Centre. In 2005, they built their permanent home on Hyde Park Road, across from the Fire Station, a significant step in the church’s growth. “History is built with small dots, which, when connected, become a big picture,” says Rev. Archie Murray, the church’s current interim pastor. Rev. Murray, originally from Scotland, moved to Canada in 2003 and has been a member of CBCI since 2019. The church emphasizes fostering community, both locally and globally. “The Lord is good, and Canadians are awesome people,” says Rev. Murray, reflecting on his experience of seeing the power of the gospel transform lives. The church has produced numerous local events, such as the Christmas Nativity walk- through and Thanksgiving fireworks. Additionally, CBCI has supported international missions in Bolivia, Asia, and Africa, helping to spread the gospel across the globe.
Rev. Murray and Community Bible Church Ilderton
As the church approaches its 25th anniversary, Rev. Murray invites community members to contribute to the history project. He says, “Even the smallest details can contribute to the bigger picture.” Whether it’s a memory, a photo, or a story, the church is eager to collect materials that reflect its rich history. The project aims to preserve the legacy of CBCI and ensure that future generations can understand its impact. Rev. Murray stresses that the church’s true significance lies not in its building but in the people who have walked through its doors. “The church is about the people who have made it their home,” says Rev Murray. Over the years, CBCI has been a place where individuals have been encouraged to live out the gospel in their everyday lives, strengthening the sense of community in Ilderton. The church’s influence extends beyond its local community. Through its support of global missions, CBCI has touched lives around the world. Rev. Murray believes the history project will not only celebrate the church’s past but also highlight the importance of continuing to engage with both local and international communities. If you have any memories, photos, or artifacts related to CBCI, the church encourages you to contribute to this history project. “We want to leave a legacy for future generations,” Rev. Murray explains. “Contributions can be submitted via email or in person at the church.” As CBCI prepares for its 25th Anniversary celebration, the history project offers a chance for the church to reflect on the many lives it has touched over the years and to share those stories with the community. “History is built with small building blocks,” Rev. Murray says. “When connected, they form a bigger picture.” And with the help of the community, the church looks forward to creating a lasting record of its journey. Community Bible Church is located at 100 Meadowcreek Drive in Ilderton. Learn more at cbcilderton.ca.
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