Our History

Antioch Baptist Church was organized July 22, 1866 and owes its start to the obedience and hospitality of George Miller, a prominent Baptist who held church services in his home. When he relocated, services were moved to Lunn’s schoolhouse until 1870 when the congregation increased in membership and a new church was built in the Marston area at a price of $2,300. 

Almost 50 years (and $6,000) later the church was remodeled, raising it up to install a basement beneath it and adding a new front entrance with a belfry. On Sunday, May 6, 1917, a crowd gathered to overflowing for the re-dedication of Antioch, now equipped with all the modern conveniences. By this time the church was thriving with a membership of 150.

In 1954, the congregation bought the old Marston schoolhouse and turned it into a parsonage and, in October of1961, ground was broken to build the Christian education wing and update the basement with a bigger kitchen and dining area.

In July of 1966, Antioch had a three day celebration for its centennial with a parade and an ice cream social. Throughout the next several years, due largely to our rural setting, Antioch struggled with fluctuating membership. In July of 2016, Antioch again had a three day celebration for its 150th anniversary with a revival, an ice cream social, and sky divers. 

Antioch is a close-knit family oriented church with members who are deeply concerned for one another and have a strong community commitment. We love our time together and have many events including a Harvest Festival, an all you can eat Fish Fry, the Sister’s Supper, as well as weekly studies, and a monthly youth group. We have a love for missions both near and far and sponsor international missionaries, donate to the county food pantry, and participate in Operation Christmas Child, Compassion International, and World Vision.