KCBMC History
Being together, walking together,
and sharing the mission together
Birth of World CBMC
A union of faith born through prayer amidst crisis. Amidst the Great Depression, seven Christian businesspeople in Chicago began a prayer meeting, opening the history of CBMC. This beginning became the first seed of global CBMC, connecting the workplace with faith.
Expansion into an International Movement
From a single city's gathering to a global mission. The momentum that started in Chicago spread to major US cities, and CBMC officially took shape. This period was a turning point as CBMC grew into an international network.
Introduction of CBMC to South Korea
CBMC was introduced to Korea by Colonel Cecil Hill, who participated in the Korean War as a member of the US Military Advisory Group. On September 26 of the same year, the Daegu CBMC was founded as the first branch. Afterwards, in 1952, CBMC began to be widely known through the "Christian Gazettes" (Christian Press), and branches spread to Gyeongju, Busan, Seoul, and Suwon, maintaining close exchanges with the international headquarters.
Official Organization of South Korea
Scattered meetings become a single organization. With the official launch of Korea CBMC in 1967, regional activities were organized into a single structure. This was an important milestone for Korean Christian businesspeople to unite as a mission community.
The Beginning of the North American Diaspora
CBMC blooming once again in the lives of immigrants. The first Korean CBMC meeting began in Los Angeles, and North American diaspora ministry began in earnest. This start became a new connection point for building faith and business together within the immigrant community.
Launch of North American KCBMC
A continental network connecting scattered communities. With the launch of North American KCBMC connecting the United States and Canada, Korean CBMC grew into a continental diaspora coalition. This was the beginning of a sustainable mission network for the next generation.
Diaspora Network Serving the World
A community of faith living out the Gospel in the workplace. Today, CBMC helps businesspeople and professionals practice the Gospel in their everyday lives all around the world. In particular, North American KCBMC continues its role as a hub for the diaspora community, raising up the next generation.
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