Antioch Progressive Baptist Church was organized by 55 ordinary people, seeking place to truly worship God. They sought the guidance of the Holy Spirit through, prayer and fasting. They were led to seek a church not bound by tradition, but firmly anchored in, God's word. Our conviction became "We Dare To Be Different".
Antioch had its first worship service on December 4, 1985, at 5801 Second Avenue in a sanctuary owned by American Baptist Churches of the West, Antioch's denominational affiliation. Rev. William J. King accompanied by his wife Clarice became the interim pastor later that month.
Antioch's current Pastor, Dr. Curtis J. Mitchell, was chosen by God to be the Shepard over His new flock. His wife, Kay Mitchell, accompanied him, to Antioch.
When Dr. Mitchell began his ministry at Antioch in October 1986, the membership had grown to 186. Over the next 12 months, 283 more names (62 by baptism) were added to the church roster. In less than two years, the membership totaled 394. Thy church's phenomenal growth became known nationwide, particularly within the American Baptist Churches, USA.
Antioch established ministries to serve the needs of members and the community. As an example, the Food Closet fed the hungry, while the Clothes Closet warmed anyone in need of clothing. Nonprofit entities were also formed. In 1989, a child development center was opened. Community Enterprise, Inc. was established in 1990 and soon after, the HELPS Foster Care Agency was founded. In 1995, Nehemiah Housing Incorporated, began operation providing housing grants to first-time homebuyers.
God provided the church with 19 acres in the south Sacramento area, affectionately know as "The Promised Land".
Our mission is to continue meeting the needs of the community.
