"But even as it burned, I had hope the walls could be saved.". It began as the Englewood Baptist Congregational Church before becoming the Englewood Missionary Baptist Church, the source said. WE ARE glad youve chosen to find out more about us. Because Reverend Daniel understood that human need extends far beyond the need for shelter, the complex included a chapel for religious services. As time progressed age and illness took its toll and Reverend Harvey retired as pastor in 1956. For thou hast made him a little lower than the angels, and hast crowned him with glory and honour. Mr. 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. . Antioch Missionary Baptist Church will move its Easter Sunday services after the fire destroyed its building on Friday afternoon. "I want to speak directly to the members of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. "It's devastating because it's a lot of memories," said Pam Woods, a parishioner. The Writers Guild of America said its 11,500 unionized screenwriters will walk the picket line Tuesday. But he emphasized what is important is the congregation is OK. "The church is not a building. Antioch was blessed with a dynamic preacher with a deep sense of dedication, a straightforward character, and an aggressive leadership style. It burned for four days. Monday Thursday We will praise the Lord.". The Act was passed during the Eisenhower administration and provided government loans for not-for-profit organizations to develop housing for low-to-moderate income senior citizens and families. 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. We engage, therefore, by the aid of the Holy Spirit, to walk together in Christian love; to strive for the advancement of this church in knowledge and holiness; to give it a place in our affections, prayers and services above every organization of human origin; to sustain its worship, ordinances, discipline and doctrine; to contribute cheerfully and regularly, as God has prospered us, toward its expenses, for the support of a faithful and evangelical ministry among us, the relief of the poor and the spread of the Gospel throughout the world. / CBS Chicago. I havent been to services as often as I should because I work on Sundays, he said. The church has built housing up and down 63rd Street and elsewhere in Englewood and beyond. The fire appeared to begin in the upper rear of the church, where crews first noticed heavy smoke. The fire completely burned away the roof structure, leaving a lot of heavy timber crashing to the floor of the church. Reverend Dew along with his beloved wife, First Lady Marva Dew, made the move from Texas to Chicago and readily embraced the Antioch family. Within minutes, firefighters evacuated the stone church as flames continued to spread and the buildings truss roof collapsed. Roof is in. Download for iOS Download for Android The fire broke out around 2:30 p.m. 773-873-4433, Office Hours Demolition crews said it will likely take at least a week and a half to bring the building down. Responding companies found heavy fire coming from the roof. Both were damaged in the fire. 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. Usher Board, Baptist Training Union (formerly known as Baptist Young Peoples Union), and Senior Missionary Society under Reverend Branchs leadership. 9:00AM 3:00PM, 2020 Antioch Missionary Baptist Church All Rights Reserved Designed by. ", SEE ALSO: Mural inside Englewood church remains untouched by days-long fire as flare-ups continue. He said the church was so much more than just a church for him and his family. "It's very devastating, but I know we'll get past it.". HAPPENING CURRENTLY . Memories floated through Jonathan Austins mind as he leaned against a tree Wednesday across from the Antioch Missionary Baptist Churchas workers began to demolish the fire-damaged structure. The church building that burned down dated back from the late 1880s, and was designed by the architectural firm Bell & Swift. 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. He is a strong believer in the power of Gods word and Gods people. Antioch Church fire reignites again in Englewood, days after devastating blaze, CFD says, South Side congregation gathers for Easter despite devastating Chicago church fire. "We will just superimpose the operation of our faith and worship within that same space," said Pastor Dew. 8:00 a.m. Broadcast Service Antioch also became a multi-site church as it developed housing. CBS 2's Jim Williams noted the Rev. Unwilling to thrive as a church alone, Antioch then turned its sights to its community and organized the Antioch Foundation, a non-profit corporation, in order to be the sponsoring entity of the 348 apartment Eden Green Development located at 131st and Indiana Avenue, Antiochs first housing project. Pastor Dew would soon learn, the entire church would need to be torn down. Learn more about Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Chicago, Illinois. A church wall along Stewart Avenue was unsupported and at risk of falling, Langford said. to the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Website. . The pastor reiterated that the church is so much more than just a building to the area. They had been there twice on Tuesday, and nearly every day since a construction-related fire consumed the historic church on Good Friday. And while church members were devastated by the loss of the historic structure, they were also optimistic about the strength of the congregation. We look forward to hearing from you soon. The roof is a truss roof a kind of construction that is prone to collapsing once heavy fire has reached it. "It was devastating," said Pastor Dew. With that in mind, this Sunday, Pastor Dew asking churches of all denominations in Chicago and nationwide to go to the church website and click on "Build Antioch," and donate toward the rebuilding effort. "Tearing it down, and we will raise it up again," Lead Pastor Gerald Dew said during a press conference Thursday. He suffered underPontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. Police were closing off streets farther and farther back from the church. Englewood church destroyed by fire hours after Good Friday service. Antioch was known for its risk-taking, innovative leadership; civic involvement; political influence; and strong Christian ties. No injures were reported and the cause of the fire remains unclear. The Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Englewood was consumed by flames on Good Friday. Serving as the pulpit committee the official board began its search for Antiochs next pastor. WE ARE the Fellowship of Empowerment. A fire appeared to have started on an upper floor and quickly spread throughout the structure. Once the determination is made regarding the salvage-ability of the walls, then the attention will move to rebuilding the church itself, but that, ABC7 is told, will not happen without help from the community. Asked about the loss on Friday, Dew responded, God is in control. It's a neighborhood church.". I just know we will have Easter service," Rev. Writers say that in the streaming era they are not being paid enough. The Sun-Times Media Wire contributed to this report. Building inspectors ordered the . 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Gerald M. Dew, who currently heads up the church, paced outside the building Wednesday, occasionally talking on his cellphone. God has something better for all of us who loved and belonged to the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, he added. But then he saw black smoke and knew the fire was still raging. AMBCCHICAGO.ORG INFO@AMBCCHICAGO.ORG. "The church burned down, but you cannot burn down the memories in their hearts.". May 13, 2022 / 4:38 PM Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. Sunday School Lessons And nothing that does happen can happen outside of His will, and He has the power to work all things together for our good and His glory. The fire of faith had been lit and was burning bright. The church caught fire Friday, not long after Dew presided over a Good Friday service. He is married to the lovely Marva Dew and is the father of Reverend Samuel and Eboni Dew. 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. Englewood, Chicago church 'still in our hearts,' members say. "Antioch has been over the years such a pillar for this community, for our city and for our nation," Congressman Bobby Rush said. Fire investigators Saturday ruled the blaze accidental and determined it was caused by crews using a propane torch while doing work on the building's roof. Reverend Dew received the call to serve as Antiochs fourth pastor on Saturday, January 6, 2001. The only reported injury was a firefighter who slipped on the street and injured his ankle, he said. Rev. 10:00 a.m. Live Streaming. 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. Officials Saturday released a cause for the fire that send Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood into flames just a day earlier. Pastor Dew continued to lead Gods people onward and upward. But even as firefighters remained on scene nearly around the clock, structural engineers were there as well. In 2012 Pastor Dew instituted the Forward Momentum in Ministry Ministers Workshop designed to educate and empower religious leaders from across the state. Most of the building's truss roof had collapsed by 3:00 p.m., department spokesman Larry Langford said. Heavy fire. Again, were glad you visited our church website today. On June 29, 1958, Antioch moved into its new church home. It's devastating and it's a great loss," said lead pastor, Gerald Dew. TheAntioch Missionary Baptist Churchwas founded in 1925 by the Rev. "But this is a building that we have been coming to for years. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church hopes to raise $1M, reopen in 2024 after destructive fire. If you do not have a church home, we have a place in our home and hearts just for you! E.H. Firefighters first tried to battle the flames from above, but the truss roof made those efforts extremely dangerous, and the order was made to evacuate and go on the defensive, Langford said. 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. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. 611 W. 63rd Street, Suite #012 My thoughts are with the congregation and the brave firefighters who worked to put out the blaze at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church.Antioch is an anchor in Englewood, and I hope those impacted will find solace in their vibrant church community and their faith. All Rights Reserved. Antioch is an anchor in Englewood, and I hope those impacted will find solace in their vibrant church community and their faith," the mayor wrote. This place of worship, a former Jewish Synagogue, was sold to Antioch for $65,000. following morning worship service. Pastor Dew has an unquenchable hunger for education and thirst for knowledge and is considered a lifelong learner. Thus far he has earned the following degrees: Pastor Dews commitment to his calling is evident through his educational pursuits as well as his desire to mentor and lead other pastors, ministers, and lay servants in effective ministry. 6,278 were here. For the second time in its history, Antioch gathered to prayerfully decide who would shepherd them and on December 22, 1932, Reverend James Monroe Harvey of Shreveport, Louisiana was elected as the 2nd Pastor of the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. 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. "My thought shifted from saving anything and just doing something new," he said. Dew said. And so, just as he is risen, and has ascended, we believe we will rise from this," Dew said. The Department of Buildings said Wednesday that the remaining structure is not sound, and poses a threat to surrounding buildings. "When I heard about it, it broke my heart.". Chicago Fire Department spokesperson Larry Langford said church leaders hope to save the iconic neon sign outside the building. Reverend Daniel called for Antioch to stand with him in faith and pay the loan off within three years. 2 11 for Antioch church 63 Stewart pic.twitter.com/KhOmcqkQeE, Antioch church. @cbschicago pic.twitter.com/MvxScC1UKS. 3902-06 Alexander Ave East Chicago, IN 46312 Phone 219-398-2589 | Fax 219-398-4825 State of Illinois unclaimed property auction starts May 1, Chicago radio host describes dodging bullets in New Orleans shooting. One thing that will happen is we will worship, we will rejoice, and we will celebrate. he said. 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. Once faith was unleashed within Antioch Reverend Daniel challenged the church further by calling for the debt to be paid off within the following year. People were standing near the burning church in shock Friday afternoon. Antioch continues to place evangelism, missions, and the empowerment of the people of God at the forefront of all that it does. A lot of events, a lot of ups and downs, and it's going to be a long road, so we need your prayer and your patience.". When he got the call, he saw the smoke billowing from all the way from 95th Street and the Dan Ryan Expressway. As the demolition of the remains of the church at Stewart and Englewood avenues is taking place right now, Pastor Dew says he is in the process of getting quotes from contractors and architects to see how much it's going to cost rebuild the church -- and also to make repairs to the fellowship hall and education building next to the church. "My thoughts are with the congregation and the brave firefighters who worked to put out the blaze at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. Originally worshipping at the Odd Fellows Hall on the corner of 33rd and State Street, Antioch soon moved to 3140 South Indiana Avenue. Fire personnel said it was too early to tell what reignited the fire, but mentioned hot spots and burning timbers sitting in the church. The remodel included the renovation of the main sanctuary, kitchen, cafeteria, banquet hall, Marguerite Daniel room, W. N. Daniel Fellowship Hall, Robert Wells Chapel, restrooms, offices, and first floor meeting rooms. The church underwent a massive renovation in the 2000s that cost $450,000, according to the churchs own history. This place is a safe haven. 10:00 a.m. Live Streaming. Even as the crews worked to tear it down, it appeared the fire was not done yet. Again, the search for a larger facility was untaken. Everybody wanted to grow up to be like Jordan. Antioch began its: Mothers Board, Sr. New Chicago Incorporated . Members returned to watch in shock. Firefighters spray water after the roof collapsed Friday at the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, 6322 S. Stewart Ave. This has been a place where people have gotten married, found their faith, been encouraged and been empowered, Dew said. 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As a result, Antioch became the first church in the country to take advantage of Section 202 of the National Housing Act. "We hope that there will be a renewal, recovery, rebuilding, resurrection as it were," Dew said. 8:00 a.m. Broadcast Service The act, passed during the Eisenhower Administration, provided government loans for nonprofits to develop low- to moderate-income housing. This project was a major undertaking; the sanctuary remodel alone cost approximately $450,000. Following the Word of God delivered through Reverend Dews passionate preaching and visionary leadership Antioch continued to move forward and gain momentum. Chicago, IL 60621 Antiochs Roberson Learning Cultural Center was also remodeled and fitted with computers. Subscribe to Block Club Chicago, an independent, 501(c)(3), journalist-run newsroom. The church has been part of the lives of many members for generations. Crews carefully took apart the front wall of the church literally brick by brick. It was hours after a Good Friday service. "All this does for us is gives us a greater reason to redouble our efforts to be intentional about our involvement and commitment to this community," Pastor Dew said. Reverend E. H. Branch served the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church from 1925 until 1932- seven years of faithful service. The Fire Department said the 3-11 alarm for the fire at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church was struck out around 4 p.m., meaning the fire had been brought under control. Antioch was a model church, but the way had not always been easy or without trials and tribulations. 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. Unfortunately, we are not able to save the mural, a spokesperson for the Buildings Department said, explaining that it wasnt technically feasible to cut, lift, and remove the wall intact.. Throughout the Week, Antioch Missionary Baptist Church All Rights Reserved. "This is a place where people have gotten married, found their faith, they've been encouraged, they've been equipped and empowered. But the senior pastor of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church sees a new chapel, a health . "We will celebrate. Pastor Dew serves his congregation as a prolific preacher, visionary teacher, and fearless leader. LORD our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth! Stephanie Wade, Maher Kawash and ABC7 Chicago Digital Team. Under the Rev. 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. There are important decisions that need to be made before any rebuilding plans can be made. 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). As of 5 p.m., hoses were still stretched across 63rd Street and Stewart Avenue, and fire cranes were still in the air. Services will be held at Calahan Funeral Home at 7030 South Halsted Street at 10:00 a.m. Sunday, the church said. The candidates for pastor were vast. 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. And Antiochs housing development ministry was a model for both churches and future businesses and non-profits cross the nation. It had just reopened to services last month. "We mourn. 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. "I'm hurt. Throughout the Week, Antioch Missionary Baptist Church 3,502 were here. Dew said the Good Friday service started at noon, and everyone was out around 2 p.m. Antioch Missionary Baptist will be launching effort a major fundraising effort later this week. We are Antioch M.B. The remodel called for the sacrificial giving of its members and once again, Antioch heeded the call and the remodeling project was soon under way. The demolition is expected to be complete in about a week. "It feels like a decathlonic marathon," said Pastor Gerald Dew. " 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.
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