Antioch Baptist Church is a Cleveland legacy.

Founded in 1893, Antioch Baptist Church is the second oldest Black church in Cleveland, Ohio–and a church that paved innovative ways in everything from HIV/AIDS to women pastors and deacons.

Our Mission and Vision:
To lead others to a relationship with Jesus the Christ by Teaching the Word with compassion and conviction, providing dynamic Outreach ministries, Worshiping God, Evangelizing, and Building Strong Church and Community Relationships.

Our Statement of Essential Beliefs

  • There should be unity (Ephesians 4:4-6).

  • There should be liberty (Romans 14:1,4,12).

  • We must maintain love toward each other (1 Corinthians 13:2).

Faces of Antioch Baptist Church in Cleveland, Ohio

We will love God.

  • Worship God intimately.

  • Take in Scripture regularly.

  • Pray fervently like it matters.

  • Obey God instantly.

We will love people.

  • Grow in family relationships.

  • Get involved in Ministry/Fellowship.

  • Give compassionate care to others.

  • Serve selflessly in the community.

We will share Jesus.

  • Prepare to share the Gospel.

  • Proactively develop relationships with our community.

  • Engage in local witnessing opportunities.

  • Take the Gospel to the nations.

We will make disciples.

  • Be personally accountable to other Christians.

  • Get involved in equipping environments.

  • Multiply disciple-makers.

  • Give Biblically.

Our Core Values

  • Salvation

  • Social Justice Economic Parity

  • Personal Accountability/Integrity

  • Collaboration/Strong Relationships

  • Community Activities and Evangelism

  • Reconciliation

  • Personal Growth and Development

  • Cultural Education, Liberation, and Restoration

  • Transformational Change

  • Excellence in Service