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We believe in the Holy Spirit, the universal and local church, thefellowship of the saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and everlasting life. Englewood Missionary Baptist Church is known for feeding those in need, building affordable housing and creating programs for young people and those in jail. 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. 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. We believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. And so, just as he is risen, and has ascended, we believe we will rise from this," Dew said. The church was built in the Romanesque style. Gerald M. Dew, who currently heads up the church, paced outside the building Wednesday, occasionally talking on his cellphone. Chicago, IL 60621. ambcsstaff@gmail.com. On May 2, 1928, Antioch made the down payment on its new, larger church home located at 5129 South Indiana Avenue. And while church members were devastated by the loss of the historic structure, they were also optimistic about the strength of the congregation. Whenever I am discouraged I go there and sit in the balcony, always the balcony, said Austin, whose father, Samuel Austin, served as a church minister. We will praise the Lord.". It was unclear if anyone was inside the church when firefighters were dispatched, he said. Antioch Live! Antioch continues to sponsor the development of quality affordable housing in the Englewood community for families, seniors, and the physically challenged. The cause of the fire was under investigation Friday afternoon. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. State of Illinois unclaimed property auction starts May 1, Chicago radio host describes dodging bullets in New Orleans shooting. Under the Rev. We believe inJesus Christ, His only beloved Son, our Savior and Lord. He got news a little later that the church was on 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. "When I look at it. 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. 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. / CBS Chicago. If there was a way to best describe Pastor Dew, it would be- Servant Leader. Several people came out to watch the fire many of them lifetime members of the church. He is committed to the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church family and lives his life for the good of others, the growth of the church, and the glory of God. . Responding companies found heavy fire coming from the roof. Welcome to Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, "The Church that Praises God and Serves Human Needs." Happy New Year and God's blessings to all; as we enter into the New Year, we are extending our ministry to families, friends and neighbors. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church ordered to be demolished - Chicago