Antioch Baptist Church

The Antioch Baptist Church has been a part of the San Jose community for well over one hundred years.  On August 2, 1893, a group of African Americans gathered in the home of Brother and Sister Henry Hawkins, in order to establish a Baptist Church of worship in the city of San Jose.  This gathering of men and women became the founders of the Antioch Baptist Church.  The Antioch Baptist Church has endured earthquakes, floods, the depression, wars, and the civil rights movement.  the Antioch Baptist Church is the first black Baptist Church established in San Jose.  After speaking with Milan and Mr. Gage Sr., I thought it was only right to visit the church, seeing how affiliated the AACSA and the Antioch Baptist Church are with one another.

Early Day Picture Dated 1893 of Antioch Baptist Church, San Jose

Similar to the AACSA, the Antioch Baptist Church also has several other partner and programs to reach the community.  They are accepting of everyone and make that very clear.  They also provide food drives for veterans, homeless and families who need extra support.  They also have a choir, Sunday school, Bible Study, Youth groups, women's and men's classes, and other opportunities to get involved.  

Antioch Baptist Church Present Day