We lovingly and faithfully stand on the word of God and teach the Bible as the final source of authority for what we believe and how we are to live. Chicago, IL 60621 RELATED | South Side congregation gathers for Easter despite devastating Chicago church fire. ENGLEWOOD The massive fire that badly damaged a historical church in Englewood was touched off by a propane torch being used by a worker on the roof, the Chicago Fire Department said Saturday. He later moved to Houston, Texas and was installed as the 7th pastor of the historic Greater Zion Missionary Baptist Church in 1984 at age 24. This newly acquired property would be called, The Community Building. On August 5, 1943, Antioch paid off the remaining debt owed on the church building and celebrated with its first Victory Banquet on October 20, 1943. Following Reverend Harveys diligent leadership Antioch worked to reduce its outstanding $55,000 church building loan. No Bylaw or procedure shall ever outweigh the Scriptures. "Once the roof collapsed, all the contents below it could still be burning. Following the Word of God delivered through Reverend Dews passionate preaching and visionary leadership Antioch continued to move forward and gain momentum. Although many came, one was sent. The church congregation originally worshipped in Bronzeville and later Washington Park. 10:00 a.m. Live Streaming. Firefighters were still working to put out hot spots as of 10 p.m. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza and her crew were staged back in case any of the structure falls. But he emphasized what is important is the congregation is OK. "The church is not a building. The Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Englewood was consumed by flames on Good Friday. E.H. The boys, 17 and 16, were shot less than half a mile from one another about 20 minutes apart, police said. Chicago Fire Department spokesperson Larry Langford said church leaders hope to save the iconic neon sign outside the building. They've been baptized, married and had family funerals there. "I don't want to say dawn on me, but I'm beginning to really process, that's a better word, process the magnitude of the loss," said Pastor Gerald Dew. Antioch M. B. Demolition work got underway Wednesday morning at a historic Chicago church destroyed by a fire last week. State of Illinois unclaimed property auction starts May 1, Chicago radio host describes dodging bullets in New Orleans shooting. Updated on: April 16, 2022 / 1:07 AM "It was devastating," said Pastor Dew. "It's a lot of childhood memories going down in these flames right now. The fire completely burned away the roof structure, leaving a lot of heavy timber crashing to the floor of the church. LORD our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth! Pastor Dew continued to lead Gods people onward and upward. "My thoughts are with the congregation and the brave firefighters who worked to put out the blaze at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. Dew said. The only reported injury was a firefighter who slipped on the street and injured his ankle, he said. E. H. Branch (1925 1932) Organizer and First Pastor of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Born out of the Salem Baptist Church in 1922, the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church was organized and established on February 24, 1925, under the leadership of its first pastor, Reverend E. H. Branch. Located at 415 W. Englewood Avenue, Chicago, IL, and serving the Chicagoland communities, the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church has been a renown beacon of faith, service, hope, and opportunity for its members, the community of Chicago, and globally through a vast outreach beyond the church walls. CHICAGO (CBS) -- An extra-alarm fire ripped through the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Englewood this Good Friday afternoon, and rendered the building a total loss. Reverend Daniel called for Antioch to stand with him in faith and pay the loan off within three years. Antioch was also known to have standing room only Sunday worship services. On the third day He rose again. @cbschicago pic.twitter.com/vHpN9ldjaL. Its the third midsize bank to fail in two months. This place is a safe haven. Demolition underway for historic Chicago church after devastating fire CBS 2's Kris Habermehl reports the fire was easily able to accelerate in high spaces that are not readily accessible to hose lines. Englewood church leaders lay out plans to rebuild Antioch Missionary Pastor, Dr. C.E. Members of the Chicago Fire Department hold a hose as smoke rises from inside Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in the Englewood neighborhood after crews started demolishing the building, Wednesday morning, April 20, 2022. Home | Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Amen. (Matthew 28:18-20), But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. (Acts 1:8), And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ. (Ephesians 4:11-12), To help others realize their full potential for the glory of God. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church 611 W. 63rd Street, Suite #012 Chicago, IL 60621 773-873-4433. He descended to the dead. The Fire Department said it was fortunate in a way that the fire happened on Friday rather than during the high wind warning the day before. Antioch quickly outgrew its South Indiana Avenue location and purchased what once housed the Hamburg Undertakers Estate. Located at 415 W. Englewood Avenue, Chicago, IL, and serving the Chicagoland communities, the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church has been a renown beacon of faith, service, hope, and opportunity for its members, the community of Chicago, and globally through a vast outreach beyond the church walls. CBS 2's Jim Williams noted the Rev. Born out of the Salem Baptist Church in 1922, the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church was organized and established on February 24, 1925, under the leadership of its first pastor, Reverend E. H. Branch. City officials, in a statement, pledged to work closely with church leaders as they deal with the loss of this historic community pillar.. 9:00 a.m. Sunday Church School WE ARE a bible believing, preaching, and . The fire broke out around 2:30 p.m. 10:00 a.m. Live Streaming. 9:00 a.m. Sunday Church School Please tune in on Sunday at 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. to join us for Sunday Service. Asked about the loss on Friday, Dew responded, God is in control. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church invites you to become a part of a vibrant, exciting, and growing congregation of . In fact, a congregation was established named Antioch Eden Green and Reverend Daniel was the pastor which meant that Antioch was a multisite church in 1968, long before the multisite church phenomenon of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. "I want to speak directly to the members of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. The church bought the structure for $200,000, with another $75,000 needed for remodeling before moving in. The foundation became the sponsoring entity of the Eden Green development at 131st Street and Indiana Avenue for which Antioch said it became the first church in the country to take advantage of Section 202 of the National Housing Act. By 2:15 p.m. Friday, the fire was . Antioch continues to place evangelism, missions, and the empowerment of the people of God at the forefront of all that it does. It was raised to a 2-11 alarm at 2:25 p.m., and a 3-11 alarm at 3:07 p.m. Each alarm brings more equipment and manpower to the scene. We invite you to share in our weekly services by physically attending, or you may explore our website and enjoy the sermons and ministries available to you. "God has something better for all of us that love and belong to Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. . It was too early to tell what caused the fire, he said. We will praise the Lord.". RELATED | South Side congregation gathers for Easter despite devastating Chicago church fire. WE ARE a bible believing, preaching, and . Stephanie Wade, Maher Kawash and ABC7 Chicago Digital Team. According to church leaders, membership once was about 4,000 and now is closer to 1,000. In addition, he serves as: A dedicated leader, Pastor Dew developed his, From There to Here and from Here to There mantra: moving people from There (sin) to Here (salvation); and from Here (salvation) to There (fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ). In a statement Thursday morning, church leaders said, "Antioch Missionary Baptist Church is still going strong, continuing Sunday Services through the generosity of the Calahan Legacy Center at 7046 S. Halsted and through its livestream on Antioch's website.". Once again, a pulpit committee was called to service. People were standing near the burning church in shock Friday afternoon. 9:00AM 3:00PM, 2020 Antioch Missionary Baptist Church All Rights Reserved Designed by, Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (Texas Southern University), Master of Arts in Theology (Houston Graduate School of Theology), Master of Divinity (Northern Theological Seminary), Doctorate of Ministry (Northern Theological Seminary), Director of Southside Center for Urban Leadership, Northern Seminary, Lisle, IL, Director of Master of Arts In Urban Leadership Degree Program, Northern Seminary, Lisle, IL, Doctoral Thesis Supervisor, Northern Seminary, Lisle, IL, Affiliate Professor, Northern Seminary, Lisle, IL, Leader of Ministers Conference, Illinois Missionary Baptist State Convention (former Convention President), Dean of Pastoral Development, North Woodriver District Association, Dean of Vision Conference/National Baptist Congress, A Pilot Project for A Future Informed Leadership Development Process at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. Englewood resident Linda Walker, right, and Jonathan Austin, left, whose father was a minister at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, watch the church buildings demolition Wednesday. 'This is really happening': Fire-ravaged Englewood church mourned as
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