773-873-4433, Office Hours Antioch missionary got its start in 1925 and eventually settled at it's currently location in 1958. We mourn the loss of this sacred space.". New Chicago Incorporated . Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Without question Pastor Dew is a future-informed leader with his eye on both what is and what is to come. The church's administrative offices are temporarily located at one of Antioch's several affordable housing locations, the Roseanna Burrell Homes, 423 W. Englewood Ave., Unit 1B, Chicago, IL 60621. We seek to remain a Christ centered, Bible based. The church underwent a massive renovation in the 2000s that cost $450,000, according to the churchs own history. "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. The fire reignited two additional times in the following days, and briefly sparked up again Wednesday after falling stones from the demolition kicked up flames among debris in the basement. Rev. Blaze ruled accidental; caused by crews using a propane torch while doing work on the building's roof, investigators say. "It's beyond the walls of the sanctuary, we are a family beyond the church walls. Services are being held at Urban Prep High School. "We hope that there will be a renewal, recovery, rebuilding, resurrection as it were," Dew said. Pastor Gerald Dew with Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, left, speaks with Deputy Fire Commissioner Donald Walker as Chicago Firefighters battle major blaze at the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, in the 6300 block of South Stewart Avenue, in Englewood, Friday, April 15, 2022. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church ordered to be demolished - Chicago Antioch Missionary Baptist Church 3902-06 Alexander Ave East Chicago, IN 46312 Phone 219-398-2589 Fax 219-398-4825 Antioch Missionary Baptist Church will move its Easter Sunday services after the fire destroyed its building on Friday afternoon. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church South | Chicago IL - Facebook Its the third midsize bank to fail in two months. Dr. Gerald M. Dew (2001 Present) Fourth Pastor of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. Stay up to date on our churchs operating status and on what were doing to promote the safety of our members, staff and visitors. Police were closing off streets farther and farther back from the church. This church is an anchor in this community, Dew told reporters at the scene. 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. 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. . Although many came, one was sent. Finally, the pulpit committee presented three names to the church body for consideration for pastor, and the lot fell to Reverend Gerald M. Dew of Houston, TX. It burned for four days. Englewood, Chicago church 'still in our hearts,' members say. We will rejoice. Antioch was also known to have standing room only Sunday worship services. But a beloved mural depicting Jesus ascending to the heavens, though spared by the fire, could not be saved. State of Illinois unclaimed property auction starts May 1, Chicago radio host describes dodging bullets in New Orleans shooting. Lea este artculo en espaol en La Voz Chicago. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church adopts the following Church Covenant: Having been led, as we believe, by the Spirit of God to receive the Lord Jesus Christ as our Saviour; and on the profession of our faith, having been baptized in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, we do now in the presence of God, angels and this assembly, most solemnly and joyfully enter into covenant with one another, as one body in Christ. . 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. He got in his car and raced back to the historic building at 63rd and Stewart and was initially hopeful when he saw white smoke, thinking the fire was already out. Demolition crews said it will likely take at least a week and a half to bring the building down. Chicago fire officials officially declared the fire struck out shortly after 4:00 p.m., though firefighters were still fighting flare-ups and hotspots for several hours after. "God has something better for all of us that love and belong to Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. 773-873-4433, Office Hours City officials, in a statement, pledged to work closely with church leaders as they deal with the loss of this historic community pillar.. Mayor Lori Lightfoot released a thread of tweets Friday evening in the wake of the fire. 'This is really happening': Fire-ravaged Englewood church mourned as The congregation will not be moving because of the fire, Dew said. AMBCCHICAGO.ORG INFO@AMBCCHICAGO.ORG. "Once the roof collapsed, all the contents below it could still be burning. All this does is give us a greater reason to redouble our efforts, to be intentional about our involvement and commitment to this community, he said. Firefighters trained hose lines from tower ladder trucks. The CFD is expected to address the news media later in the hour. Workers ride a construction lift to start demolishing Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in the Englewood neighborhood after the Department of Buildings determined that the structure poses a potential danger to surrounding buildings and public safety, Wednesday morning, April 20, 2022. The Writers Guild of America said its 11,500 unionized screenwriters will walk the picket line Tuesday. Through our lively and dynamic worship services, we strive to meet needs and build relationships with those that have chosen Antioch as a church family and place of worship. Therefore, you will find members who strive to passionately pursue their spiritual growth and allow God to shape and mold them into the image of Jesus. A massive fire at a beloved Englewood church has reignited. CBS 2's Kris Habermehl reports the fire was easily able to accelerate in high spaces that are not readily accessible to hose lines. It was a tithing church. 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. We also engage to maintain family and secret devotion; to study diligently the word of God; to religiously educate our children; to seek the salvation of our kindred and acquaintance; to walk circumspectly in the world; to be kind and just to those in our employ, and faithful in the service we promise others; endeavoring in the purity of heart and good will towards all men to exemplify and commend our holy faith. The church is the people and there was no injuries; no loss of life. The fire appeared to begin in the upper rear of the church, where crews first noticed heavy smoke. A church wall along Stewart Avenue was unsupported and at risk of falling, Langford said. "We will celebrate. This place is a safe haven. She passed and we have her funeral services here," Deramus said. Antioch continued the development of affordable housing adding to its portfolio the 120 unit Antioch Haven Homes; the 30 unit Roseanna Burrell Homes; the 60 unit Wentworth Haven Homes; the 60 unit Rose Haven Manor; the 40 unit Paradise Haven Homes; the 60 unit West Haven Homes; and the 73 unit Normal Haven Homes. We stand as a beacon light in the community of believers and we welcome everyone. On Friday night with the fire out, the smoke was still rising and peaking through the broken glass. The roof is a truss roof a kind of construction that is prone to collapsing once heavy fire has reached it. upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. The process was long and involved. Fire investigators ruled the blaze was an accident and determined it was caused by crews using a propane torch while doing work on the building's roof. If there was a way to best describe Pastor Dew, it would be- Servant Leader. Home | Antioch Missionary Baptist Church OUR CHURCH VISION: To help others realize their full potential for the glory of God.. It's been a staple in this community for years.". Please tune in on Sunday at 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. to join us for Sunday Service. For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God., But God commended His love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us., For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life., That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus and shall believe in thine heart that God hath raised Him from the dead, thou shalt be saved., I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. CHICAGO (CBS) -- So far, just over $40,000 has been raised to rebuild the historic Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Englewood - which was tragically destroyed by fire in April. WE ARE a bible believing, preaching, and . Our Pastor | Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Officials said he slipped on the street and twisted his ankle; he was not injured by the fire. And so, just as he is risen, and has ascended, we believe we will rise from this," Dew said. Demolition work got underway Wednesday morning at a historic Chicago church destroyed by a fire last week. The only reported injury was a firefighter who slipped on the street and injured his ankle, he said. But with the roof on the top of it, the water isn't penetrating to get down into the debris," said Deputy District Chief Curtis Hudson with the Chicago Fire Department. That man- that preacher- that pastor was Reverend Dr. Wilbur Nathan Daniel who hailed from Clarksville, Tennessee. Like a phoenix the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church continues to rise and move forward in faith. JOIN US FOR WORSHIP SUNDAYS @ 8:00AM & 10:00AM. It is our hope that our revised website will minister to you and that you may learn and receive Gods blessing. Wilbur N. Daniel, was a noted ally of the Daley family and had been president of the Police Board. Englewood church leaders lay out plans to rebuild Antioch Missionary (Terrence Antonio James / Chicago Tribune) All Rights Reserved. All Rights Reserved. Reverend Dew preached his fist sermon as pastor on Sunday, March 4, 2001 and was installed as Antiochs fourth pastor on Sunday, April 29, 2001. Between that and the heavy timber construction of the roof, the fire was easily able to grow out of control. The Friday afternoon blaze came just hours after Antioch Missionary Baptist Church hosted a Good Friday service. When we remove from this place, we engage as soon as possible to unite with some other church where we can carry out the spirit of this covenant and the principles of Gods word., For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God.-Romans 3:23, For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. -Romans 6:23, But God commended His love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.-Romans 5:8, For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.-John 3:16, That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus and shall believe in thine heart that God hath raised Him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. -Romans 10:9, I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. Plans are underway to build a Technology Center. Everybody wanted to grow up to be like Jordan. It's devastating and it's a great loss," said lead pastor, Gerald Dew. Dew says the church insurance policy is $9 million. Reverend Daniel was indeed the man for the job. The church's pastor said they hope to rebuild. Roofer's Propane Torch Blamed For Massive Fire - Block Club Chicago ", SEE ALSO: Mural inside Englewood church remains untouched by days-long fire as flare-ups continue. And be not conformed to this world; but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good; and acceptable, and perfect will of God.. Donations can be given through the church website, ambcchicago.org/give' on Givelify' through Zelle, antiochchurchchicago@gmail.com; or by mail, 611 W. 63rd Ave., Suite 012, Chicago, 60621 (please make checks payable to Antioch Missionary Baptist Church). Credit: Colin Boyle/Block Club Chicago Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Englewood, gutted by a large fire on Good Friday, still stands on April 19, 2022. 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 . Antioch Missionary Baptist will be launching effort a major fundraising effort later this week. The church bought the structure for $200,000, with another $75,000 needed for remodeling before moving in. fire consumed the historic church on Good Friday. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church hopes to raise $1M, reopen in 2024 after destructive fire. "This church found themselves without a place to come and worship. Dr. Wilbur Nathan Daniel, the church founded the nonprofit Antioch Foundation. In case of difference of opinion in the church, we will strive to avoid a contentious spirit, and if we cannot unanimously agree, we will cheerfully recognize the right of the majority to govern. The church caught fire Friday, not long after Dew presided over a Good Friday service. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church - Home - Facebook Fire at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church reignites in - ABC7 Chicago And we love each other," said Marquita Gill, church member. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. They've been baptized, married and had family funerals there. I just know we will have Easter service," Rev. "It's a lot of childhood memories going down in these flames right now. church@antiochmbchurch.com. Antioch Church fire reignites again in Englewood, days after devastating blaze, CFD says, South Side congregation gathers for Easter despite devastating Chicago church fire. On May 2, 1928, Antioch made the down payment on its new, larger church home located at 5129 South Indiana Avenue. He rushed up to the church only to see the fire get worse. Usher Board, Baptist Training Union (formerly known as Baptist Young Peoples Union), and Senior Missionary Society under Reverend Branchs leadership. Loss will be extensive pic.twitter.com/tXyOgs1k7G. Antiochs Roberson Learning Cultural Center was also remodeled and fitted with computers. Prayer Meeting & Bible Study The winds were out of the west Friday afternoon. Pastor Dew would soon learn, the entire church would need to be torn down. Reverend Daniel accepted the call and preached his first sermon as the 3rd pastor of the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church on Sunday, April 1, 1957. He is married to the lovely Marva Dew and is the father of Reverend Samuel and Eboni Dew. Office Hours Monday - Thursday Austin was baptized at the church in 1973 and still counts himself as a member. Pastor Dew faithfully served Greater Zion for 16 years. Church South! Chicago Fire Department spokesperson Larry Langford said church leaders hope to save the iconic neon sign outside the building. We will praise the Lord.". The church building at Stewart and Englewood avenues is rated in the Chicago Historical Resources Survey, and dates back from the 1880s, and was designed by the architectural firm Bell & Swift. RELATED | South Side congregation gathers for Easter despite devastating Chicago church fire. 6,278 were here. Apr 20, 2022, 1:31pm PDT. Its the third midsize bank to fail in two months. 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. TWe are united to Evangelize, Educate, Equip, and Empower humanity for the Glory of God through the proclamation of the gospel, the explanation of the scriptures and the exaltation of the Savior. Writers say that in the streaming era they are not being paid enough. The Writers Guild of America said its 11,500 unionized screenwriters will walk the picket line Tuesday. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns lawmakers that if they do not vote to raise or suspend the nations borrowing authority it could cause a global financial crisis. The candidates for pastor were vast. If you do not have a church home, we have a place in our home and hearts just for you! Through individual pledges and love offerings Antioch met the challenge and on Thanksgiving Day 1959, Antioch proudly presented its check for the remaining balance owed to Mr. A. R. Gay who represented the former owners. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church-South "Only JESUS Can Set me FREE in 2023" John 8:36. Incredibly, even with their church home ravaged by flames, those in the congregation hoping to gather in person for Easter Sunday service will be able to after nearby Calahan Funeral Home offered their chapel at no cost to the church. / CBS Chicago. Chicago, IL 60621. ambcsstaff@gmail.com. Ministers from around . South Side congregation gathers for Easter despite devastating Chicago church fire. The church was built in the Romanesque style. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church invites you to become a part of a vibrant, exciting, and growing congregation of . Each member was given a souvenir deed and history had been made in Antioch. Copyright 2023 WLS-TV. Antioch continues to sponsor the development of quality affordable housing in the Englewood community for families, seniors, and the physically challenged.
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