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HistoryCBMC began in the United States in 1930 when a group of Christian businessmen coordinated a series of preEaster rallies. With the Great Depression in its 2nd year these men saw a need for a spiritual revival in the Chicago area and a six week evangelistic crusade was held at the Garrick Theatre located in downtown Chicago. Today CBMC has grown from a small group of men in Chicago to over 18000 members in 700 teams across the United States. Worldwide CBMC is active in over 70 countries with over 50000 members total.