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All Rights Reserved. http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=42 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=42&article_id=50 Date Title Speaker August 17 Heart & Hands (Proverbs) Part 11 - Live Simply, Work Diligently, Give Generously Vincent Carpenter August 10 Heart & Hands (Proverbs) Part 10 - Purity Donny Martin August 3 Heart & Hands (Proverbs) Part 9 - The Justice of God Penny Allison July 27 Heart & Hands (Proverbs) Part 8 - Power of the Word Joe Ewen July 20 Heart & Hands (Proverbs) Part 7 - Trust in the Lord Fred Nelson July 13 Heart & Hands (Proverbs) Part 6 - Fear of the Lord Vincent Carpenter July 6 Heart & Hands Part 5 - Sing Like the Saved James Mark Gulley June 29 Heart & Hands Part 4 - Finding God in Your Pain Jimmy Seibert June 22 Heart & Hands Part 3 - Repentance (Psalm 51) Jimmy Seibert June 15 Father's Day Jimmy Seibert June 8 Testimony/Praise Service - CD's available in bookstore June 1 Heart & Hands Part 1 - The Nature of God Jimmy Seibert May 25 The Parent Trap #2 Donny Martin May 18 The Parent Trap Carl Gulley May 11 Mother's Day - 2008 Griesemer, Seibert, Stewart May 4 Vision 20 Jimmy Seibert August 20 History of Antioch Jimmy Seibert Sermon MP3 files are about 20 MB each and can take a couple minutes to download over broadband. Windows users can right-click the link and choose "save-as" to store the audio file for later listening or transfer to an mp3 player. Antioch allows messages to be duplicated in their entirety. Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:33:45 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=198 We are counting down to the launch date of our new Sunday morning service times on August 24th. The new service times will be on Sundays at 8:30 am, 10:15 am and Noon. Children's ministry times: 8:30 AM: Infant-6th grade 10:15 AM: Infant-6th grade 12:00 PM: Infant-Kindergarten (Quest (5th-6th grade) curbside check-in at the ACC office/Underground building across the street from the auditorium) Mon, 18 Aug 2008 15:21:42 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=65 Grab a friend and bring them to church this Sunday at 8:30 am, 10:15 am or Noon for our Sunday service and food under the big tent in the parking lot before or after service. Dwelling Place (a service designed for college students) will be starting on Wednesday, August 27th at 7:00 pm in the Auditorium at Antioch. Use map to the right to find us! Find out more about the Antioch College Ministry. If you have questions about college related activities, email the college department. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 15:21:31 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=191 Save the date for World Mandate 2009! We are gathering January 23-25, 2009 to corporately cultivate a Passion for Jesus and His Purposes in the Earth. The conference will be held at the Ferrell Center in Waco, Texas. Registration opening soon. Check back! Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:47:01 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=150 Annual Women's Conference | October 24-25, 2008 God is stirring the lives of women everywhere. He is skillfully and creatively painting passion and meaning on the canvas of our hearts and souls. At this moment in time, God is transforming you-His beautiful creation-to touch the world as only you can. World Mandate | January 23-25, 2009 Join us to celebrate a passion for Jesus and His purposes in the Earth. World Mandate, our annual missions conference, will take place January 23-25, 2009 at Baylor's Ferrell Center in Waco, Texas. Church Planting Church Conference | November 10-12, 2008 How do we impart vision to our people for the task?Are cells (multiplying small groups) effective for every age group?What kind of training is needed for those called overseas?What about pastoral care and counseling issues for missionaries on the field?What is the strategic process for planting a church? Those questions help shape our conference... designed to inspire and equip church leaders as they seek to become a church-planting church. We provide this in an intimate environment where our pastoral leadership is able serve you throughout the conference. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:07:10 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=32 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=32&article_id=29 Save the date for World Mandate 2009! We are gathering January 23-25, 2009 to corporately cultivate a Passion for Jesus and His Purposes in the Earth. The conference at the held at the Ferrell Center in Waco, Texas. Registration opening soon. Check back! Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:02:39 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26&article_id=154 Sunday August 17th - HS Lifegroups Sunday August 24th - HS Lifegroups Wednesday August 27th - first FLIPEDGE of the Fall at 6:30pm For information about Antioch's youth ministry or how you can get involved in a youth lifegroup email Kelly-Woods@aminternational.org or call 254-754-0386 X154. Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:24:04 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=42 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=42&article_id=202 Click here for Dwelling Place MP3s. Mon, 4 Aug 2008 13:40:38 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47&article_id=200 Mon, 4 Aug 2008 10:13:26 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=71 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=71&article_id=188 Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:08:09 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=44 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=44&article_id=51 Pastoral MinistryJimmy Seibert, Senior PastorMary Greenwald, Administrative AssistantDanny Mulkey, Caleb Zone PastorMonica Vardeman, Administrative AssistantFred Nelson, Young Adult Zone PastorLaura Storm, Administrative AssistantVincent Carpenter, Family Zone PastorSherri Lessman, Administrative AssistantCarl Gulley, College District PastorCaleb Gallifant, College AdministratorDrew Steadman, College AssociateDonny Martin, Youth Zone PastorKelly Woods, Junior High Pastor & AdministrationShawn Dunn, Children's Zone PastorMelissa Hammond, Administrative AssistantHannah Jonklaas, Preschool Director Betty Lewis, Preschool AssistantJames Mark Gulley, Pastor of Worship & ArtsAllison McBrayer, AdministratorCatherine Bower, Video ProductionRobert Fuller, College Worship PastorVicki Smyer, Counseling Coordinator AdministrationJeff Abshire, Administrative PastorPat Murphy, Director of DevelopmentLaura Storm, Administrative AssistantJoel Strickland, Property & Activities DirectorAngela Kubeczka, AccountantJustin Boland, Communications DesignerBlanton Lewis, IT DirectorJoseph Burdick, IT AssociateSherrie Eyth, Reception MissionsKevin Johnson, Church Planting DirectorEthan Mulkey, Administrative AssistantShawn Griesemer, Church Planting OperationsKeegan Rogers, AccountantChris Woods, Accounting AssistantKerry Ethridge, Regional Manager for Middle East & EuropeHeather Bonney, Regional Manager for Africa & Southeast AsiaTodd Meek, Regional Manager for U.S. Urban MinistriesDean Lessman, Mercy House DirectorBeth Whittington, Grace House DirectorKami Suttle, STARS DirectorCourtney Burdick, STARS Assistant Training SchoolsNate Bobbett, 24:14, School of Church Planting DirectorBarry McCuistion, 24:14 AdministratorJoe Padilla, Day Elevate, School of Discipleship DirectorAmanda Cook, Day Elevate AdministratorShoan Holley, Night Elevate, School of Discipleship Director DirectorPam Minter, Night Elevate Administrator Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:26:50 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=34 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=34&article_id=101 Our discipleship training school, Elevate, will equip you to live a life abandoned to Jesus and help you discover your God-given purpose. Serving in the church, Biblical instruction, and spiritual disciplines are the backbone of the experience. If hunger is driving you to a deeper walk with Jesus, this school is for you! Day and Night classes are available to fit your needs. Specifics: Option 1: Day classes Tues-Fri 8:30 AM-1:00 PM & Fri 2:00 PM-5:00 PM for 9 months (August-May). Designed mainly for those age 18-25. Option 2: Night classes Monday and Thursday for 11 months (Sept-July). Designed mainly for those age 25+ or those working full-time. New > > View a video describing Elevate training school. Read more details about the school here. Contact a staff person from about the day Elevate school here. Contact a staff person from about the night Elevate school here. Tue, 29 Jul 2008 07:47:02 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35&article_id=34 Antioch US Church PlantsAll Peoples Church [San Diego, CA] Community of Faith Christian Fellowship [Boston, MA] Mercy Place [Dallas, TX] Antioch Community Church [Belton, TX] Antioch Community Church [Knoxville,TN] Antioch Community Church [Wheaton, IL]Antioch Community Church [Portland, OR] Mosaic Community Church [Seattle, WA]Westside Faith Community [Los Angeles, CA] Antioch International Church Plants (for those with websites) We have 35 teams working in 22 countries.Antioch Berlin [Berlin, Germany]414 People [Mainz, Germany]Antioch Community Church - Sheffield [Sheffield, England] Related Churches & MinistriesAll Nations [Kansas City]Bridgeway [Oklahoma City]Christ Fellowship [Ft. Worth]Epicentre Church [Pasadena, CA] Hope in the City [Austin] Riverside Christian Church [Banff, Scotland]Touch Family [Houston] Partnering OrganizationsMission Waco International Justice MissionInternational Service Partners Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:12:41 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16&article_id=197 Antioch US Church PlantsAll Peoples Church [San Diego, CA] Community of Faith Christian Fellowship [Boston, MA] Mercy Place [Dallas, TX] Antioch Community Church [Belton, TX] Antioch Community Church [Knoxville,TN] Antioch Community Church [Wheaton, IL]Antioch Community Church [Portland, OR] Mosaic Community Church [Seattle, WA]Westside Faith Community [Los Angeles, CA] Antioch International Church Plants (for those with websites) We have 35 teams working in 22 countries.Antioch Berlin [Berlin, Germany]414 People [Mainz, Germany]Antioch Community Church - Sheffield [Sheffield, England] Related Churches & MinistriesAll Nations [Kansas City]Bridgeway [Oklahoma City]Christ Fellowship [Ft. Worth]Epicentre Church [Pasadena, CA] Hope in the City [Austin] Riverside Christian Church [Banff, Scotland]Touch Family [Houston] Partnering OrganizationsMission Waco International Justice MissionInternational Service Partners Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:12:03 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=41 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=41&article_id=199 The World Mandate 2008 worship CD can be purchased online. Click here to order. Cost is $17 per CD, which includes applicable taxes and shipping for domestic purchases. Please contact the church office for international orders or orders for more than 10 CDs. Fri, 25 Jul 2008 13:50:38 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=41 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=41&article_id=60 If you would like to purchase a cd ($15), including a bonus dvd, please call Antioch at 254-754-0386. Fri, 25 Jul 2008 13:50:32 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=41 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=41&article_id=57 Antioch worship cds (prior to the WM 2006 album) can be purchased online here. Fri, 25 Jul 2008 13:50:32 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=50 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=50&article_id=74 There are TWO registration Options. ON-LINE: Register and pay on-line here via our secure website. After making payment, you should receive an electronic receipt as a confirmation that your payment was made. MAIL: If you are not able to register and pay online, then follow this link to the Registration form. Print, complete, and mail it to ACC with appropriate payment made payable to ACC. Antioch Community ChurchAttn: CPC Conference505 N. 20th St. Waco, TX 76707 Receipts will not be mailed. But, we will contact you via email prior to the conference with last minute details! Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:44:52 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=48 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=48&article_id=183 Church Planting Church Conference November 10-12, 2008 Every few years, we have felt God call us to open up our doors to encourage and train church pastors, staff, and missionaries in becoming a church that can change the world. In the past, these events have given us a chance to give away everything that we have learned and given you a more intimate forum to be ignited with vision and to be given implementation strategies for planting churches. In order to maintain a relational atmosphere, we have limited the conference, IGNITE, to the first 300 registrants. This will allow our staff more time to get to know you, hear your story, and encourage you along in the journey. We are sending this invitation to you as part of “round one” of invitations. If there are still registration slots open after August 31st, then we will mail this invitation to a larger mailing list. So, make sure you register before August 31st! We have so much to learn about becoming more effective in our church planting endeavors. But, there are some things that we have learned, through trial and error, during our training and oversight processes of our 200 adult missionaries that are currently involved in church planting in the US and overseas. We’d love to pass some of our learnings along to you at this conference. We plan to include worship and ministry, envisioning talks, and breakout sessions to help train you in the practicals. Bring your team and come ready to learn! This conference is designed to help missionaries before they launch into church planting and to help churches form a pathway for training and sending missionaries from their church to touch the world. The conference is November 10-12 (Monday through Wednesday) and is only $75 each, including lunch each of the three days. Registration price increases to $100 after October 1st. Click Here to Register Now! Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:01:37 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=48 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=48&article_id=70 ...as this becomes the cry of more and more churches in North America, church-planting questions arise. These questions help shape our conference... designed to inspire and equip church leaders as they seek to become a church-planting church. Training topics will include: The stages in the life of a church-plantPersevering with the word of the LordThe effectiveness of short-term trips and training schools in launching church-plantsAdministrating a new US church and its missionaries...and more Thu, 24 Jul 2008 09:53:31 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=72 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=72&article_id=193 PRAY: Please pray that God would lead and direct our ministry. Also, pray for God to provide loving and caring homes for the many millions of orphans around the world.SKILLS: To make these adoptions possible we are in need of your skills and expertise. We are looking for doctors, lawyers, psychologists, web designers, and graphic artists. - Interested in helping? Email Heather McAnear.GIVE: As you know, adoptions can be costly. Please take the time to pray and consider donating to this initiative and the families that we are serving. - To donate, please contact the Antioch offices at 754-0386. Mon, 21 Jul 2008 08:48:29 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=72 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=72&article_id=192 During the past two years, the people of Antioch Community Church have been stirred by God for international adoption. However, international adoptions typically range from $20,000 to $30,000. We believe this cost has been the greatest hurdle for families that are interested in adopting. As we prayed about what part we could play in reaching orphans and facilitating adoptions, God led us to Cathy Sones, director of Generations Adoptions. We found a spirit-led agency that was willing to collaborate with Antioch, and a partnership was birthed to facilitate international adoptions through the local church. Our idea is to utilize people within the local church, namely social workers, doctors, lawyers, and missionaries, to fill the necessary roles that make adoptions possible. This will be done under the direction of an excellent and experienced adoption agency. Through these efforts we will be able to help families in our churches overcome the financial barriers to international adoption. Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:05:13 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=72 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=72&article_id=196 If you have questions regarding the international adoption initiative at Antioch, please contact: Heather McAnear, LBSW Generations Adoptions 400 Schroeder Waco, TX 76710 (254) 741-1633 Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:03:02 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=72 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=72&article_id=194 To honor God by fulfilling the command in His word to provide for the needs of the orphans and widowsTo facilitate international adoptions at the lowest cost possible for adopting familiesTo mobilize the resources and abilities in our own local church to aid the cause of orphans and adopting familiesTo create a model for churches around the nation to facilitate adoptions Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:57:38 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=72 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=72&article_id=195 Generations Adoptions is a non-profit Christian adoption agency serving families and birthmothers in the State of Texas. They provide permanent Christian adoptive families for children in need and counseling and support services for women throughout their pregnancy. For more information regarding our international adoption initiative with Generations Adoptions and a list of services they offer, please visit their website at: www.generationsadoptions.org Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:54:08 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=34 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=34&article_id=102 Is there a burning in your heart to touch the nations with the Good News of Jesus Christ? Then check out this program. Our school of church planting, 24:14, will help you develop the skills you need to start global church planting movements. Emphasis is placed on case studies, simulations, and field work. You'll learn to apply what you've heard, adapt what you need, and move ahead with confidence. Specifics: Classes are Monday-Friday mornings for 6 months (Sept-Feb). Designed for all ages that are called/committed to planting churches. The discipleship school, Elevate, is a pre-requisite in most cases. Mt. 24:14 "And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come." Read more about 24:14 here. Application deadline for the 2008-2009 school year has passed. Request additional information on 24:14 here. Tue, 13 May 2008 10:17:49 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=34 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=34&article_id=33 For over 20 years, Antioch Training School has purposed to train future cell church planters, while equipping them in the Word of God and stimulating their growth in Christlike character. Over 700 students have graduated from our training school with 50% of them serving in full-time ministry for some period following graduation. ACC is here to serve you and your desire to live out the call of God on your life through community, discipleship, and Biblical instruction. We've created two schools, Elevate and 24:14, to lead you deeper spiritually and to equip you to be the hands and feet of Jesus no matter where you live! We are no longer accepting applications for the 2008-2009 school year. Contact the Antioch Training Schools at 254-754-0386 or email us if you have a question about one of the schools. Helpful documents: • Welcome to Antioch Training Schools • ATS Requirements • ATS FAQ Tue, 13 May 2008 10:13:43 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=64 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=64&article_id=186 East Asia/Spring 2008 One glorious day, Jesus will return to find millions of followers all across East Asia, even in the darkest corners of the most oppressed nations. On that day, the men and women who lived their lives as lights in these dark lands will see that everything they gave up to see their friends come to know Jesus was worth the sacrifice. Click here to download the Spring 2008 Global Update. Tue, 6 May 2008 14:17:03 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=64 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=64&article_id=166 Russia Update/Fall 2007 In multiple cities across Russia, Antioch Ministries International (AMI) church plants are sharing the love of Jesus and believing that they will be part of a move of God that reaches all corners of the earth. Click here to download the Fall 2007 Global Update. Tue, 6 May 2008 14:16:37 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=64 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=64&article_id=134 Americas Update/Summer 2007 Matthew 24:14 says, "And this Gospel of the Kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all national, and then the end will come." We believe we have an amazing opportunity in our time. Not only are we living in a more mobile generation than ever before, but we are also seeing many nations around the world come to the United States. Click here to read this full article and download the Summer 2007 Global Update. Tue, 6 May 2008 14:15:00 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=52 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=52&article_id=105 We have begun a new section of the website. We'd love to hear testimony stories of Antioch members. If God has touched you in a significant way or provided for you in a time of need, we want to know about it....please email us here. Spring Training Series April, 2008 When Jimmy called the church to a fast this last week, my husband and I decided we should do so since we both desired to get closer to God and had not fasted in a very long time; and I myself had been feeling somewhat apathetic - I didn't seem to have much joy either. Fasting was hard and gave us a new appreciation for food, which we thought of quite a lot. But our times with God were sweet. When the fast was over I didn't notice any change - until the following day. I have renewed joy and even more energy now. I find I have rekindled desire to spend more time with God and be in His Word. I care so much more for others, and I know this does not come from me. I want more of Him! My husband also is even more wonderful now - how God has blessed our marriage! How true it is that we can NEVER out give God. The more we give, the more He gives back to us "pressed down, shaken together and running over". Praise God, what a mighty God we serve! A Sister in Christ Physical Healing at our Service on February 25, 2007 Caroline had gone to 14 different schools growing up including private schools and boarding schools trying to get help for her Dyslexia. She came to Baylor with a 3rd grade reading level and a first grade spelling level. The desire of her heart was to go into counseling. But, with her disability, she did not know how she could get into graduate school. While Robert was preaching on the supernatural, she wondered if God would heal her. Then, Susan Peters shared a word of knowledge from the front that God wanted to heal people with learning disabilities, especially ones concerning reading. She came up and had a young woman pray for her and said her head felt really heavy. Then she approached Susan for prayer. While Susan was praying, she again felt her head become heavy and then felt like two wires just snapped and uncrossed. Immediately, she could tell she was healed. She approached Robert to testify, and he asked her if she had tried to read yet. He gave her a small Bible with tiny print, and she could read perfectly! One of the most amazing circumstances surrounding this healing is that when Caroline called to tell her parents, they wept because that morning their pastor in Georgia had prayed with them and told them that he believed that God was going to bless one of their family members with a healing that day! For the past week, Caroline has been able to read perfectly. She says that she has been able to get more sleep because she does not have to spend ridiculous amounts of time in the library. And to top it all off she made her first "A" ever in college on a Chemistry test this past week! Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:20:45 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28&article_id=27 For most people, their twenties and thirties are filled with a series of rapid life transition. With a new sense of freedom also comes a new sense of responsibilities and tough choices. What am I doing with my life? Where should I live? Who will I marry? Will I marry? What does life look like with babies? Through these shifting seasons of life, we believe Jesus Christ is our rock of stability and security. With all our searching it is only through Christ and the church that we will ultimately find the intimacy and purpose for which our hearts long. Our young adults' ministry offers biblical community that worships Jesus and reflects the values of His Kingdom though every season of life, in every realm of society and across every boundary of the world so that all people might glorify God and enjoy him forever. Our Lifegroups, FOCUS, and short-term mission trips are just a few of the expressions God has given us in this ministry to be passionate, relevant lovers of Jesus. LIFEGROUPS Our 40 cell groups are the foundation of our ministry. These groups include a range from: singles groups to young married couples groups to emerging families groups with young children to a mixture of all three. There is a place for you here to find community and a place to serve. Feel free to call Laura Storm at the church office or email her to find out which group might be best for you. You may also search for a Young Adult Lifegroup online here. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 13:58:44 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=2 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=2&article_id=58 involution--def. the state of being involved It's our desire that EVERYONE at Antioch is involved. Download a sermon about Involution from Sunday, August 27, 2006 here. This sermon will help motivate you to do your part! Thu, 24 Apr 2008 13:26:32 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=48 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=48&article_id=71 Jimmy Seibert is the Senior Pastor of Antioch Community Church and President of AMI. He has been involved in training and sending church planters for 21 years and has seen hundreds sent to the mission field. His desire is to see the local church own the vision of establishing churches throughout the earth. Kevin Johnson, Antioch's Director of Church Planting, has been involved with Antioch Ministries for 20 years. He pastored AMI's first church plant in Russia. Kevin has also led Antioch Training School and served as the Zone Pastor over over Antioch's 20s and Family ministries. Kevin has a desire to see a Church Planting Movemement established in every nation of the world. Mon, 14 Apr 2008 09:24:49 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23&article_id=23 We believe that God yearns for every believer to communicate with Him through prayer, both through personal devotional time and times of personal or corporate intercession. God has called us to stand in the gap for one another, for our city, our nation, and the nations of the world 24 hours a day. Around the clock, we have people working in some of the most difficult nations in the world; there are things happening in our city and in peoples lives that need partnership in prayer. It has always been the heart of God to partner with men and women to see His manifest love, power, and grace abounding. We have been invited into this incredible journey. We believe that it will be characterized by joy, worship, perseverance, and literally thousands of answered prayers. You are welcome to come to the 24/7 Prayer Center anytime of the day or night. There should be facilitators in the center to help you and resources and instructions in the room to help you meet with God. Please consult the church office about the access code to the prayer center. We have been invited by God to ask and keep asking, to seek and keep seeking, to knock and keep knocking because He longs to hear us and answer and show us who He is. He longs to open the doors for lives to be transformed. Won't you partner with us in this fresh move of God's Spirit around the world as we pray 24/7? Questions about 24/7 Prayer? Email Fri, 29 Feb 2008 07:58:53 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47&article_id=141 Click here to access the ALL NEW college mini-site.Dwelling Place is each Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the Antioch auditorium. (map)Email Drew Steadman for more information on Lifegroups. Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:02:59 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=70 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=70&article_id=174 Last Sunday morning, I introduced the opportunity to purchase the Mr. Rooter building on the corner of Fort Dr. and 20th Ave. God has continually blessed us and given us vision to expand as opportunities become available in our neighborhood. The building owners were so gracious to give us first opportunity to purchase this facility! The leadership has prayed and are sure that God is leading us to purchase this property. As we grow, there are so many needs that continue to arise facility-wise. Currently, we plan to use this building with either our training schools or our urban ministry. The additional building space and parking will be instrumental in our Vision20 planning process. We are committed to buying all of our facilities debt free; therefore, here is a simple plan that the Lord has put before us: that each adult would give $80 and each child $8 on February 17th towards the building cost. Obviously, if you feel God is leading you to give more than $80, we encourage you to do that. We believe that the purchase price of $160,000 can be raised in one day! Remember that God is an abundant provider! Bring this before the Lord by praying and asking God to show you how He wants you to contribute. Parents, I want to encourage you to have your kids pray and work for their $8 by doing chores around the house. We want everyone to feel a sense of ownership. We love you, we are proud of you, and we are so grateful and thankful for being able to lead such a giving people. We look forward to a great day on February 17th and plenty of tremendous stories of how God provided the $80 for everyone to be able to give. In His Strength and Love, Jimmy and the Elders "Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work." II Corinthians 9:7-8 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 14:35:18 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30&article_id=176 The STARS tutorial program has been highly successful in allowing the church to holistically minister to kids and families in our neighborhood. We are able to meet their spiritual needs in children's and urban youth life groups and then meet their academic/mentoring needs through the college students that tutor them. We have seen neighborhood kid's lives changed through the program. STARS has recently developed an in-school mentoring program that any adult in the church can participate in. As an in-school mentor you will have the opportunity to invest in one child's life for 30 minutes a week at their school. For more information watch the VIDEO and email the STARS director, Kami Suttle. Tue, 19 Feb 2008 12:49:56 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30&article_id=62 We desire "To be a compassionate force in our neighborhood, facilitating lasting transformation of lives for the glory of God." We try to accomplish this goal through many different ways listed below. If you would like to get involved in serving in the Urban Ministries, please submit a volunteer form here. (pictured) Staff for the Mercy House The following specific ministries currently operate as a part of the overall mission of ACC Urban Ministries: Children's Lifegroups: Friday afternoon groups that gather children from the ACC neighborhood together to learn about God, experience church life, and have fun together Urban Youth: Lifegroups and ministries designed to reach and empower the youth in our neighborhood and nearby schools STARS (Students Teaching and Reaching Students): A tutoring and mentoring program that helps elementary and junior high students succeed in school while they grow spiritually at ACC Adult Urban Lifegroups: Small Groups that include and reach out to individuals and families in the ACC neighborhood Mercy House: A residential, discipleship-based substance abuse recovery facility for men who are committed to lifestyle change. Download a brochure abou the Mercy House here. The Feast: A Friday night gathering that provides "food for the body and nourishment for the soul." In addition to receiving a free meal, individuals and families who attend the Feast have the opportunity to build healthy relationships, hear a Biblical message, pray with others at their table, and creatively share their stories and talents. Childcare is provided. Benevolence: Portions of church resources set aside to meet the practical needs of the poor in our midst (this currently includes a food pantry and administration of some financial assistance to those involved in Lifegroups) Risen Hope Prison Ministry: A group that weekly visits the youth who are incarcerated at Texas Youth Commission in Marlin Mon, 11 Feb 2008 13:29:19 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=54 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=54&article_id=106 ...the people around me that prayed for my knee at Wed. night's prayer rally. Someone from the front had said that God wanted to heal a knee that night. Just thought you'd be encouraged to know that there is NO pain anymore! I can get down on my knees, put weight on my right knee, crawl around on the floor with Jeremy and all the babies I serve in the nursery . . . all of which I have not been able to do for the past 5 or 6 weeks. There was a "pressure point" that I could barely touch and it would send pain radiating out from the knee. I can't find that "point" anymore! Wow! Praise God! Carla 1/16/08 Wednesday night at our Dwelling Place healing time, I responded to a word of knowledge about gastro-intestinal sickness. I've had problems in this area for about three years now, and it is both annoying and often uncomfortable. I've had to regulate my diet because of it and regularly take medicine. The people around me began praying for me, and I began to feel lots of heat as one of the girls had her hand on my stomach. As far as I have been able to tell, my stomach was healed! Wednesday night at our Dwelling Place healing time, I responded to a word of knowledge about gastro-intestinal sickness. I've had problems in this area for about three years now, and it is both annoying and often uncomfortable. I've had to regulate my diet because of it and regularly take medicine. Allie 3/7/07 When Caleb had a word about healing, I went up to get prayed for. I've had extreme pain in my right hand for the past year. We weren't sure if it was the beginnings of arthritis or carpal tunnel syndrome. It was getting hard to even open a water bottle! Every time I picked up my kids it ached...when I did simple things like pouring milk, or even carrying a cup of coffee. I couldn't grip the steering wheel either...anyways, not anymore! It's been almost two weeks now, and it hasn't hurt a bit. Praise Jesus!! I'm in awe of the powerful God we serve, and i'm so thankful to walk with a body that believes in the power of His Holy Spirit. Becky 2/25/07 Taylor came to church Sunday with his brother JL. He had recently jammed his thumb and was still experiencing pain and an inability to fully move and bend it. When the ministry time started, Taylor and JL prayed awkwardly for one another and sat down to continue singing. JL waited for a few minutes and built up the courage to ask Taylor how his thumb felt. Taylor started to shrug his shoulders but tested his thumb out by bending it. JL said Taylor's face went white as he looked down at his thumb which had been completely healed. Taylor just kept moving it back and forth without saying anything, totally astonished. They ended up praising God together. This was momentous for Taylor who was blown away that the God of the universe would be concerned about a jammed thumb and step into his world so dramatically. Go God! Mick 2/25/07 We prayed with one lady whose back and right leg had been hurting. She had been on medication for both and after we prayed the pain significantly decreased. With tears in her eyes she was so grateful!!! Allison 2/25/07 I prayed with a young girl for healing of a fever she has had now for a while. As I was praying I just felt impressed to pray for her eyes. I saw a liquid balm being poured over her eyes and that Jesus wanted to touch her eyes. Afterwards I asked the girl how she was feeling and with tears flowing down her cheeks she said that she felt better and that she had needed to go to the eye doctor because it had felt like contact or something had been stuck in her eye and was causing great pain. After praying there was no pain and no need for the doctor. Allison 2/25/07 I broke a rib in a car accident and had a big knot in that spot. I was prayed for on Sunday, but wasn't really in much pain at that time (it comes and goes), so I didn't really think much of it at that point. A little bit later I was worshiping again and put my hand on that spot and realized that the knot was gone. I was really excited and told my husband to feel the spot...he did. I still have some pain, but nothing like before, and the huge knot is completely gone! Praise GOD! I can play with and hold my kids so much easier. Becca 2/25/07 In '99, Brian (my husband) had five herniated disks in his back and had to have back surgery. In 2003, he was in a car accident and herniated a sixth disk. Since then, he has been in almost constant excruciating pain, especially at work. He couldn't do any kind of physical labor without pain and can hardly sleep at night. Myself and another lady laid our hands on the spot that hurts him the most and prayed for him on Sunday. He has had only very minor discomfort since. He has been going crazy since, cutting down tress is our back yard, hauling wood, doing yard work, and all the other things he wanted to do before but couldn't because of the pain. He said "look, I can bend over and touch my toes!" Becca 2/25/07 My ears had been real clogged for like three days and it was hard to hear. On Sunday, I went up and got prayed for. Someone was praying for me and laid hands on my ears but nothing was happening. So, she kept praying and still nothing happened. So, I went to the back of the church and kept praying and even laid my own hands on my ears. Finally, I was in my car still praying knowing that God could heal. While I was driving I heard this ringing, and I looked for my phone but realized that my phone doesn't make that kind of noise. I could hear the music a lot better. It showed me that God doesn't just heal in the "church" He can heal anywhere and he healed me in my car. Praise Jesus!--anonymous Tracy had not been to Antioch in about two years, and she was excited to come and visit and to see her friend get baptized. She has breast cancer, and we gathered around her to pray. Interestingly, when I laid my hand on Tracy, the left side of my lower back started hurting. We prayed for God to heal the cancer, and then I asked Tracy if she also had back pain, and she said yes. I asked her if it was in her lower back on her left side, and she said yes. She said that she had a cracked vertebrae, the second vertebrae from the bottom, and that she had severe pain. I told her that since my back had started to hurt when I laid hands on her, I believed that the Lord wanted to heal her back. She was eager to receive prayer. We prayed for her back for several minutes and asked how she was doing, and she said that she was still in pain and that nothing had changed. I confirmed that she had given her whole heart to Jesus. She earnestly said that she had. We prayed more, and I felt God speak that we needed to repent as a group for not submitting to authority. If we are insisting that demons submit to the authority of Jesus, then we need to be submitted to Him as well. I repented on behalf of all of these women (and myself!) for a lack of submission to God, to husbands, to pastors, and other men in authority. We all knelt down together. Something broke. Tracy started crying and smiling, and she said the pain was completely gone. I clarified to see if it was "mostly gone" to see if we needed to pray more, and she said, "No- it is COMPLETELY gone!" I asked her, "What is something that you couldn't do before because of the pain?" and she replied, "Reach down and touch my toes." We encouraged her to get up and do it, and she did, with a very giddy look on her face. She immediately wanted to testify- she was so excited. She went up to the stage and was able to share on the microphone. It was awesome! Christi 2/25/07 Thu, 24 Jan 2008 07:29:49 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=32 Jimmy Seibert, the Senior Pastor at Antioch, has served in full-time ministry since 1987 after graduating from Baylor University the prior year. He and his wife, Laura, have four children ranging in ages from 8 to 18. Jimmy, tell us about your family. I may be a little biased but I think I have the most wonderful family in the world. Laura and I have been married for 20 years. I am so grateful and thankful to God for a woman who fears the Lord and has walked with me in partnership all these years. Abby is 18 years old and loves Jesus with all her heart. She is starting her senior year in high school and looking to go to college soon.Lauren is 14 and starting her sophomore year in school. She is a delightful joy to our lives and a woman of deep conviction and resolve.Caleb is 13 and is a true worshipper of God. Caleb is a great student and athlete.Daniel is 8 years old and in 3rd grade. He is such a blessing to our lives. When we were praying through whether to have another child we felt like God said "If you have another one it will truly be a blessing". Obviously all children are a blessing from the Lord, but Daniel is a unique blessing to us. He is kind, loving, and a total joy to a parent. Laura and I have often prayed that our children would far exceed us in anything we have seen God do or that we have experienced in His Kingdom. When did you sense God's call to start Antioch Community Church? When Laura and I first started the training school in 1987, we had a heart to see a process happen where young and old alike would work together through the church to see God's glory around the earth. Ten years into it, in 1997, we began to dialogue with the leadership at Highland Baptist Church about the possibilities of planting a church. Highland Baptist was an incredible blessing to us by allowing us to live out dreams and visions we never thought possible. They not only birthed us but taught us, led us, and mentored us in how to do church well. We were blessed and sent out to begin Antioch Community Church in 1999. What do you want people to most remember you for? I pray people will remember me as one who walked what he taught...that I didn't merely ask people to do things that I wasn't willing to do myself...that I continued to follow Jesus all the days of my life...that the world was impacted because of my wholehearted devotion to Him. What do you like to do for fun? I love to be with my family doing just about anything. I love to be with my friends, especially in a competitive sporting event. In recent years, I have loved to play golf (I am not that good at it, but one of these days I will be). What do you look forward to most about Heaven? I think I look most forward to seeing Jesus face to face and living in His Presence continually. Wed, 16 Jan 2008 11:51:00 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40&article_id=165 There are many ways to get involved financially with what God is doing in Waco and around the world. If you would like to talk to someone about current projects and giving opportunities, please email Pat Murphy, our Director of Development, to set up a time to talk. Or, you may call him at 254.754.0386. Wed, 12 Dec 2007 09:45:12 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40&article_id=43 We are excited to report that our housing project in Sri Lanka, Restoration Village, (pictured right) has been fully funded! Praise the Lord! A team of 45 left for Sri Lanka June 24, 2007 to encourage and serve the people of Restoration Village. Please pray for them and check back here soon for an update from the field. Support for Waco based projects (i.e. ACC, Urban Ministries, Antioch Training School, Building Projects) can be made to: Antioch Community Church, 505 N. 20th, Waco, TX 76707Support for Antioch missionaries and church planting teams can be made to:Antioch Ministries International, 505 N. 20th, Waco, TX 76707 Please include a note with your donation to designate the ministry that you would like to support. Wed, 12 Dec 2007 09:44:09 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26&article_id=26 Junior High and High school students can "waste" their time in a variety of ways, but our youth ministry is not one of them. We strive to offer an exciting and spiritually testing atmosphere. Our driving purpose is to see a passion for Jesus grow in the hearts of each of our students. Junior High and High School each meet weekly for youth services and Lifegroups. There, we hope to encourage the students into a deeper and more meaningful life with Jesus through intimate worship, sound biblical teaching and honest accountability. Mon, 19 Nov 2007 14:00:51 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69&article_id=162 Tue, 6 Nov 2007 14:52:44 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69&article_id=158 Perspectives on the World Christian Movement is a dynamic course where you'll discover what God is doing around the world and consider your part in His purposes. Perspectives will help you understand God's plan for our world—and for your life—as you explore the following topics:Biblical - You won't read your Bible the same way again! Discover God's unchanging purpose as it unfolds from Genesis to Revelation. Historical - We must look back to plan ahead. See how God has worked throughout history to extend his kingdom. Strategic - How does God accomplish his plan? See how global efforts are strategizing to work where God is already working. Cultural - What should the church look like in other cultures? Is there a right answer? Learn how God has created other world views and cultures and prepared them to receive the Gospel. Tue, 6 Nov 2007 14:33:31 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69&article_id=159 Beginning January 31, Antioch will be hosting a course called Perspectives on the World Christian Movement. This 15-week course, ending May 15, will be weekly on Thursdays from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., excluding Spring Break. Childcare is provided, and older children will receive wonderful teaching with a missions focus while learning about other cultures. The course cost is $175 (discounts available). Click here to learn more about Perspectives and to register online. For questions email Tammy Kleine. Wed, 31 Oct 2007 10:37:01 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=38 “We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.” Colossians 1:28 VISION The equipping ministry of Antioch Community Church exists to fan a passion in every person to seek and know God and to prepare them for every good work in the Kingdom. Our hope is to develop trainers, forums and resources that aid people in every season of life and on every level of maturity to experience and obey God more. Mon, 22 Oct 2007 09:37:49 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=68 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=68&article_id=153 Melinda has been married for 23 years to David Seibert (Jimmy's brother). They have three children: Preston(20) who attends McLennan Community College and is involved at ACC; Brandon(17); and Stephanie(10). In 1981, after graduating from Texas A&M, Melinda was part of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleading squad for three years (1981-83). She was a Group Leader and on the Show Group team, traveling on five USO tours to Korea, Philippines, Turkey, Lebanon, Greece, Indian Ocean fleet, Diego Garcia, and Egypt. But she knew there had to be more. She kept asking, "What's my purpose in life?" In August 1983, she found her purpose through Jesus Christ and gave her life to him. Melinda says, "Although many consider the cheerleading such an awesome thing (and it was a great experience),'I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I may gain Christ and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ-the righteousness that comes from God and is by faith' (Phil 3:8-9)." Melinda was a stay-at-home mom for seventeen years. Seven years ago, her family moved from Plano, Texas to Brentwood, Tennessee. For the past three years, Melinda has served as the director of women's ministries at Fellowship Bible Church there. During this time, she also traveled to Lietnhom, Sudan on a short-term mission trip. She loves calling women to use their gifts for the glory of God. The verse she keeps ever before her is... "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself" (Matthew 22:37-39). It is pure joy to her that God has given her this opportunity to be with the women at ACC. May He be glorified. Sat, 6 Oct 2007 10:54:36 MST http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27 http://antiochcc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27&article_id=30 There are so many ways to get involved in serving the Lord and using your unique gifts to glorify Him and serve others. There are many opportunities to serve in Lifegroup capacities, children's ministry leadership, 24/7 prayer shifts, outreach opportunities, and much more. As we develop leadership in this volunteer area, we will be able to communicate more detailed opportunities on this page. If you have a desire to serve and haven't found the best way yet, please visit the Welcome Center on Sundays for more information, or submit this I Want to Serve Form online. Every month, we offer a one-time Discovery Lunch for those that are interested in joining Antioch or just interested in finding out more about who we are and what we do! Check the event calendar to find out when the next Discovery Lunch is offered.Register Now Wed, 12 Sep 2007 21:16:55 MST