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Celebrating over 68 years of service

“Lord, all that we have accomplished You have done for us.” Isaiah 26:12b (NIV)

Christian Community Credit Union was founded in 1957 as American Baptist Ministers Credit Union in Southern California. What began as a small credit union serving pastors has grown nationwide—and even internationally—to support churches, ministries, and their members, along with Christian schools, colleges, seminaries, retirement homes, and other faith-based organizations.

Today, Christian Community Credit Union stands as one of the largest credit unions serving the Christian community. From church loans to savings accounts, we steward your resources with purpose—helping fund ministry growth while supporting the financial well-being of Christian individuals, families, and organizations.

Now, we enter an exciting new chapter as we unite with AdelFi. Together, our credit unions bring over 125 years of combined service to believers, ministries, and Christian businesses—championing stronger finances and greater Kingdom impact. This partnership brings together two like-hearted, Christ-centered credit unions committed to serving with integrity, purpose, and faith.

As we move forward, we remain grateful for God’s faithfulness and look ahead with anticipation—continuing our mission and deepening our impact for generations to come.

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Celebrate the Major Milestones as We Look Back at Our History

1957-1977

  • 1962 - Archie Dingwall became manager for a staff of two. Rates on share accounts were 4.9%.
    1962

    Archie Dingwall became manager for a staff of two. Rates on share accounts were 4.9%.

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    1962

    Archie Dingwall became manager for a staff of two. Rates on share accounts were 4.9%.

  • 1972 - Assets surpassed $7 million in January. John T. Walling joined the ABCU staff as assistant manager and loan officer in June. In October, groundbreaking for the new ABCU headquarters took place in Covina, CA.
    1972

    Assets surpassed $7 million in January. John T. Walling joined the ABCU staff as assistant manager and loan officer in June. In October, groundbreaking for the new ABCU headquarters took place in Covina, CA.

  • 1973 - Construction began in September to add an additional 12,000 square feet to the ABCU Headquarters in Covina. “Striving to Honor Our Lord Through Unique Service to Our American Baptist Constituency” became the new motto. The Credit Union reached $10 million in assets.
    1973

    Construction began in September to add an additional 12,000 square feet to the ABCU Headquarters in Covina. “Striving to Honor Our Lord Through Unique Service to Our American Baptist Constituency” became the new motto. The Credit Union reached $10 million in assets.

1978-1986

  • 1978 - The Board promoted John T. Walling to general manager. David Estridge joined the Credit Union as a specialist in commercial lending. Assets exceeded $29 million and more than 100 American Baptist churches and organizations had accounts with the Credit Union.
    1978

    The Board promoted John T. Walling to general manager. David Estridge joined the Credit Union as a specialist in commercial lending. Assets exceeded $29 million and more than 100 American Baptist churches and organizations had accounts with the Credit Union.

  • 1980 - The Credit Union introduced its credit card program.
    1980

    The Credit Union introduced its credit card program.

  • 1981 - The Credit Union celebrated its 25th anniversary and installed a new computer system.
    1981

    The Credit Union celebrated its 25th anniversary and installed a new computer system.

  • 1985 - Ohio Baptist Ministers’ Credit Union merged with ABCU and opened a branch in Massillon, Ohio.
    1985

    Ohio Baptist Ministers’ Credit Union merged with ABCU and opened a branch in Massillon, Ohio.

1987-1997

  • 1988 - The field of membership grew to serve members in 44 states.
    1988

    The field of membership grew to serve members in 44 states.

  • 1993 - “The Cards that Give to Missions” credit card program was introduced. Through this program, a portion of the interchange income from ABCU credit cards was given to missions.
    1993

    “The Cards that Give to Missions” credit card program was introduced. Through this program, a portion of the interchange income from ABCU credit cards was given to missions.

  • 1997 - ABCU had a face lift. In celebration of the 40th anniversary, the credit union adopted a new logo that symbolized stability, strength, and growth. ABCU donated a record $100,000 to missions.
    1997

    ABCU had a face lift. In celebration of the 40th anniversary, the credit union adopted a new logo that symbolized stability, strength, and growth. ABCU donated a record $100,000 to missions.

1998-2007

  • 2001 - ABCU became Christian Community Credit Union to reflect the expanding field of membership and the credit union’s vision to serve the larger Christian community. CURewards replaced the “CU in the Air Miles” credit card rewards program.
    2001

    ABCU became Christian Community Credit Union to reflect the expanding field of membership and the credit union’s vision to serve the larger Christian community. CURewards replaced the “CU in the Air Miles” credit card rewards program.

  • 2005 - In November, the Credit Union broke ground for the new corporate office and branch in San Dimas. Assets grew to more than $428 million.
    2005

    In November, the Credit Union broke ground for the new corporate office and branch in San Dimas. Assets grew to more than $428 million.

  • 2006 - In October, the Credit Union’s new corporate headquarters in San Dimas was dedicated.
    2006

    In October, the Credit Union’s new corporate headquarters in San Dimas was dedicated.

  • 2007 - Christian Community Credit Union celebrated 50 years of service. At this time, the Credit Union had 144 employees, as well as over $440 million in assets, and served over 28,700 members nationwide and in over 100 countries.
    2007

    Christian Community Credit Union celebrated 50 years of service. At this time, the Credit Union had 144 employees, as well as over $440 million in assets, and served over 28,700 members nationwide and in over 100 countries.

2008-2019

  • 2008 - Assets reached $473 million. In partnership with Mission Aviation Fellowship, the Credit Union offered its first affinity card—the MAF Platinum Rewards Visa. The Kingdom Builder Certificate was introduced. Earning 5% APY, it helped provide affordable financing to churches and ministries. The Credit Union’s new tagline, “Your Money at Work Building God’s Kingdom,” expressed what the Credit Union did with members’ deposits.
    2008

    Assets reached $473 million. In partnership with Mission Aviation Fellowship, the Credit Union offered its first affinity card—the MAF Platinum Rewards Visa. The Kingdom Builder Certificate was introduced. Earning 5% APY, it helped provide affordable financing to churches and ministries. The Credit Union’s new tagline, “Your Money at Work Building God’s Kingdom,” expressed what the Credit Union did with members’ deposits.

  • 2010 - We’re on Facebook! In October, the Credit Union introduced the International Ministries Platinum Rewards Visa – “The Card that Gives to Global Mission.”
    2010

    We’re on Facebook! In October, the Credit Union introduced the International Ministries Platinum Rewards Visa – “The Card that Gives to Global Mission.”

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    2012

    The Credit Union launched Mobile Banking. The Credit Union met its missions donation goal of $240,000 through the “Cards that Give to Missions Program.”

  • 2014 - The Credit Union celebrated 20 years of giving through the “Cards that Give to Missions” program and reached $4 million in total donations. The “Scholarships for Success” program awarded $63,000 in scholarships and became a multi-year award program. In October, the Biola Visa Card was launched to help fund Biola University scholarships. Credit cards were upgraded to chip cards for added security.
    2014

    The Credit Union celebrated 20 years of giving through the “Cards that Give to Missions” program and reached $4 million in total donations. The “Scholarships for Success” program awarded $63,000 in scholarships and became a multi-year award program. In October, the Biola Visa Card was launched to help fund Biola University scholarships. Credit cards were upgraded to chip cards for added security.

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    2015

    The HEART of our Service Promises was developed. In response to the Nepal Earthquake, the Credit Union gave $10,000 to Asian Access, $15,000 to International Ministries, and $25,000 to Mission Aviation Fellowship. 64 students received $63,500 in scholarships. Apple Pay was launched for credit and debit cards. The Credit Union had a record number of 3,266 new members and 80 new ministry members. Membership size grew to almost 31,000.

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    2016

    The Credit Union offered a $10,000 Matching Fund with the Bible League to send Bibles to China. In March, AutoSMART, a new online car-buying service, was launched. Members can apply for an auto loan at the dealership through Credit Union Direct Lending (CUDL). In May, the Credit Union’s website got a facelift with a responsive redesign, a fresh look, and improved navigation.

  • 2017 - The Credit Union celebrated 60 years of helping members become better stewards and achieve their financial goals.
    2017
    • The Credit Union celebrated 60 years of helping members become better stewards and achieve their financial goals.
    • The Credit Union introduced the Operation Mobilization (OM) Visa card and The Freedom Challenge Visa card.
    • CEO/President, John Walling, retired after 45 years of dedicated & visionary leadership.
  • 2018 - The Credit Union served 31,137 members and reached $657 million in assets. The “Cards that Give to Missions” program donated over $4.7 million to missions. In addition, the Credit Union was ranked in the top 7% of all credit unions in the United States.
    2018

    The Credit Union served 31,137 members and reached $657 million in assets. The “Cards that Give to Missions” program donated over $4.7 million to missions. In addition, the Credit Union was ranked in the top 7% of all credit unions in the United States.

  • 2019 - Donations through the “Cards that Gives to Missions” program grew to close to $5 million for disaster relief, anti-human trafficking, and bible distribution humanitarian efforts among others. Credit Union Assets reached $694 million with a record low delinquent loan ratio of 0.13%.
    2019

    Donations through the “Cards that Gives to Missions” program grew to close to $5 million for disaster relief, anti-human trafficking, and bible distribution humanitarian efforts among others. Credit Union Assets reached $694 million with a record low delinquent loan ratio of 0.13%.

2020-2025

  • Blair Korschun CEO
    2020

    In 2020, Christian Community Credit Union reached over $5.2 million donated through The Cards that Give to Missions, welcomed new CEO Blair Korschun, and grew to $762 million in assets. We ranked in the top 8.5% of all U.S. credit unions and served over 30,400 members by year’s end. During our annual Points for Missions drive, members generously donated $25,400 in rewards points to support ministry work.

  • 2021 - The Credit Union grew to over $800 million in asset size.
    2021

    In 2021, the Credit Union grew to over $800 million in assets. We remodeled the San Dimas branch, celebrating its grand reopening in July, while closing the Covina branch after serving members there since 1973.

  • 2022

    After much prayer, discernment, and research, CCCU unveiled a refreshed brand and renewed purpose at the 65th Annual Meeting in March 2022. Our website, myCCCU.com, also received a major makeover with a modern design, improved navigation, and a more user-friendly experience.

  • CCCU + AdelFi - A Division of CCCU Co-branded logos
    2025

    On December 1, 2025, Christian Community Credit Union and AdelFi officially united as one Christ-centered credit union, serving over 52,000 members and stewarding $1.4 billion in assets. With expanded products, modern digital tools, and initiatives like Cards that Give to Missions—which has contributed over $6.5 million—we continue helping members and ministries steward God’s resources with faith and wisdom.