Times and Places

Antioch Services
Main service is at 9:30 a.m.
Redux (Q&A service) is at 11:15 to 12 noon.

Antioch Kids (ages birth through 5th grade) is open every Sunday from 8:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Location: Bend Senior High School in Bend, Oregon (click here for a map)

Student Ministries
Middle School meets at 7:00 p.m. every Tuesday evening and on Sunday mornings during the main service

High School meets at 7:00 p.m. every Wednesday evening and on Sunday mornings during the main service

Location: The Antioch Offices in the Old Mill (click here for a map)

College Ministries
The College group meets every Sunday night at 7:00 p.m. at the home of Bryan and Tammy Rey (click here for a map)

What to Expect

Antioch is pretty casual.  Plan to arrive a little early and find a few greeters there to say “Hi!” 

A Welcome Table and information area is clearly marked if you want some information or where to find things.  There is also a Welcome Bag with lots of info on Antioch available at the Welcome Table.

Either way, it should be easy to find the main auditorium and the coffee and pastries just outside.

Ushers should be available to help you find a seat, if needed.  If you arrive a little late, you may find it a little harder to see empty seats as the auditorium tends to fill to capacity about 10 minutes after the start of the service.

We normally take an offering as a way of supporting the church and collecting feedback (Connection Cards).  Please don’t feel any pressure to give.  We sure would love for you to fill out a Connection Card if you can, however!

Make sure to visit the book cart either on the way in or the way out if you’re a reader!

For more information or questions, please contact Brandon Reynolds – Antioch’s Pastor of Community – and he’ll be glad to assist you.

If You Have Kids

We love kids at Antioch!  In fact, nearly 35 percent of our church is under the age of 18!

If you have children, one of the greeters or someone at the Welcome Table would be glad to help you find the nursery or whatever class fits your child or children’s age(s).

Our philosophy at Antioch Kids is to merge fun and meaning.  We also ascribe to a philosophy called “Orange,” which represents the need for church (yellow) and home (red) to work together in teaching and raising kids on matters of faith and character.  If you would like to know more about our philosophy, please let us know!

When you visit, you will probably see men in the hallways wearing black “Security Team” t-shirts.  Safety is our top priority and we not only have personnel in place to guard the safety of our kids, but we also have background checks for workers and bathroom policies to ensure your kids are as safe as they can be!

We look forward to meeting you and your little one(s) at Antioch!

For more information on Antioch Kids, please visit the Antioch Kids page under the “Ministries” tab!

Values

Christ-Centered
(Hebrews 12:2; John 1:1; John 14:6)

We are committed to being Christ Centered and doing all things to the Glory of God

The disciples were first called Christians at Antioch (Acts 11:26). This is one of the first places where a community of people sought to follow the leading of Jesus and live in a new and radical way. We too submit ourselves to Christ's leading, his authority, his agenda and his values.

Authentic Spirituality
(Acts 15:22-35; Psalm 63:1; Matthew 6:6-8)

We believe in grace and are committed to authenticity, humility and being culturally relevant while still keeping the gospel message biblical and Christ Centered

The first community at Antioch had a difficulty – there were both Jews and Gentiles. These two groups were incompatible and their traditions and practices clashed. The goal was to find unity under Christ and to focus on a relationship with God rather than mere religious practice. As a result they sought to hold onto the good and get rid of the bad. Whatever was a barrier was thrown out, and whatever aided the community in growth, unity, and an authentic focus on God was retained.

In much the same way, we are committed to being as culturally relevant as possible while still keeping the gospel message biblical and Christ Centered. As appropriate, we will value change, cultural relevance and authenticity in an effort to find and keep godly unity and maintain a sincere devotion – much as the early church did.

Intentional Community
(Acts 2:42-47; Acts 11:20; Ephesians 4:1-16)

We are committed to being a healthy and holistic family of believers through intentional relationships in service and community

The church at Antioch was the first recorded church in the Christian era where one group of believers specifically targeted and reached out to a different culture, ethnicity, and demographic. We are committed to doing the same. We are committed to being intentional about developing community.

Missional
(Acts 13:1-3; Acts 1:8; John 4:34-36)

We are committed to finding and living out God's missional call on our lives – as a church and as individuals

This is one of our dearest values. We believe that the gospel is not simply a message on paper, but a calling to participate in. We believe what Jesus said when he told the disciples, "As the Father has sent me, I am sending you." We endeavor to put the calling of God above comfort and the growth of the Kingdom of God above our desires. We will avoid a consumer approach to church and strive to be active participants in God's grand story of redemption.

We will make it our purpose and ambition to obey Jesus and "be [his] witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." We see the task of being missional witnesses as taking place in three spheres: living for others at home (in Bend), in our backyard (Central Oregon), and abroad (the nations).

Lastly, we will be willing to take the best of what God gives us and in turn give it away out of our passion for others and our sensitivity to God's leading – much as the original Antioch church was willing to send out Paul and Barnabas (the two primary leaders) at the prompting of God (see Acts 13). This is what drives our ambition to plant churches and to turn our congregation outward rather than inward.

Beliefs

• Scripture is God’s written revelation to man—fully inspired and written truth. It serves as the authority in belief and practice. We stand under it seeking to understand and obey. We do not stand above it seeking to judge and critique.
• God is beyond and above all of his creation—perfect and infinitely complete. All that is was created by him and all that will come is known by him and under his control.
• Humanity was created in God’s image. Every race, color and individual person, both male and female, are valuable and of equal worth.
• Every human being is created to find their ultimate fulfillment and happiness in God. Sacrificial love is God’s plan for perfecting and enjoying our relationship with him and our relationships with each other.
• Sin resides in every person and necessarily separates us from God—requiring an act by God to restore humanity to him.
• The life, death, and resurrection of Christ is God’s act to restore humanity to him. We celebrate the literal and physical resurrection of Jesus through baptism (symbolizing cleansing and renewal) and the Lord’s Supper (reminding us that salvation and deliverance came from God through Jesus Christ).
• The gift of salvation is pure grace (it cannot be earned or deserved) and is accepted by faith. Faith means believing that God is trustworthy and will make good on his promises. Therefore, genuine faith leads to submission and obedient following.
• People were not created to live alone. Without community they are missing a key element of their purpose and happiness. The nuclear family and the spiritual family (church) are God’s way for providing man with community.
• God calls the church to participate in making Him known by leading people into a relationship with Jesus Christ and inviting them into spiritual community (We refer to this as a “missional” focus)
• God is the ultimate artist and often expresses himself through symbolism and beauty; therefore we esteem art and its expression very highly. As such, we believe that art, beauty, and aesthetics are a necessary component in the community of faith and individual spirituality.
• Prayer is the counter-intuitive means by which we submit to God, commune with God, and seek his divine guidance rather than relying merely on human striving and struggle in the daily administration of our lives.
• We believe that God’s heart goes out more for those who cannot help themselves than those who can – and in this economy God cares infinitely for hurting children. We also weep for the hurting children of this world and are compelled to seek tangible and effective ways to love and help them.

Joining Antioch

Membership means participation
Instead of having a traditional membership at Antioch, we encourage active participation within the body. This develops an interdependent relationship reminiscent of a family.

This active participation comes in many different forms, whether it be home churches, bible studies, community groups or even just lunch among friends after church. Becoming tied into our community in this organic way is the foundation of who and what Antioch is.

Community Group strategy
As a church Antioch facilitates these relationships through a wide range of community groups and home churches.

Please join a community group; connect with others, grow in relationship with Christ, and experience community… come BE THE CHURCH with us.

Community Group Options

Get Involved

Want to find your fit at Antioch?

Step 1: Get to know us at the Fast Pass Class.

Step 2: Make some friends in a home church or community group.

Step 3: Find your unique role in ministry at Antioch through the P.L.A.C.E. class.

Step 4: Dive into helping out at Antioch in any of our amazing ministries.

Use the tabs to the right and under MINISTRIES on the navigation bar at the top to find out more.

If there is anything we can do to answer questions, get you connected or help you find the right place to plug in simply stop by the Welcome Table on a Sunday morning or use the CONTACT form on our website to get in touch with us!

FAQ's

Where and when does Antioch meet?
Antioch has Sunday morning service at Bend High School at 9:30 a.m. and Redux (Q&A service) at 11:15 a.m.

Where are the church offices?
The church offices are located in the old mill at 376 SW Bluff Drive (in the Old Mill) in Suite 8. 

How long is the service?
The service should run no longer than 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Why do churches have a time of music and singing?
Christians have always seen music & singing as a means of engaging our heart and mind as we pray to God, give thanks to God, focus on God and seek to experience God.  At Antioch we hope that the time of music is deep, meaningful and God honoring.  Feel free to sing along or listen as you feel comfortable.

Will there be something to eat/drink at the service?
There is a “Coffee Hour” from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. in the commons area with food and coffee.

Will there be someone to help me find my way around?
We know that visiting a new church can feel intimidating and maybe even uncomfortable.  Our goal when you visit Antioch is to make you feel welcomed.  We will have greeters who can assist you with whatever questions you may have.  We also have a visitors/welcome area where you can find a helpful person and brochures on the church and various ministries.

Will they be able to contact me if my child needs me?
We use a texting system that utilizes your cell phone for immediate contact in the case of an emergency.

How do I know the children’s ministries are safe?
We realize that leaving your children with strangers is often unnerving.  Our friendly children’s workers have all had a background screening and undergone training.  We also try to keep the ratio of children’s workers to kids as low as possible.  Parents are welcome to stay with their children at any time. Also, we have a security team monitoring the children's wing on Sunday mornings for extra assurance.

What is unique about Antioch?
We strongly believe that church is not a building, but a community of people.  This means we treat people not as commodities, but as friends and family.  Accordingly, we work hard to get people involved in areas they are passionate about rather than pigeonholing them in areas that the staff is passionate about – which would only wear people down and burden them with guilt.

What does the name “Antioch” mean?
We took our name from the church at Antioch (in modern day Turkey) talked about in the book of Acts.  From that community we derived our 4 commitments: Christ Centered, Authentic Spirituality, Intentional Community & Missional (click the values tab to the right to read more.)

Do you plan on having/building a church in the future?
We enjoy not having our own buildings right now (it helps remind us that church is about people and not about buildings), but at some point down the road we hope to have facilities of our own.

What are Antioch’s denominational connections?
Antioch is a non-denominational church. It is our desire, however, to affiliate with other churches through partnership and collaboration.

What is the relationship between Antioch and the Kilns College?
From day one, Antioch has always had a passion for continued learning. In 2008 Antioch was given a local Bible College. Kilns College: School of Theology and Mission, as it came to be names, was the perfect opportunity to provide continued learning by combining quality classical education with a global sense of calling and mission.  The college offers Antioch and the community the opportunity to take college courses for credit as well as quality adult education on an audit basis.  Although birthed out of Antioch, Kilns College is legally separate from the church. It is a state approved college.

How often does Antioch offer Communion?
Antioch has a “Night of Worship” once a quarter on Sunday nights for the purpose of testimonials, prolonged congregational worship and for focusing on and taking communion as a church family

Fast Pass Class

Want to hop on the fast track to find out who we are and what we’re all about here at Antioch?

Modeled after Disneyland’s “Fast Pass” program, the Fast Pass Class is your ticket to getting involved in Antioch.

At the Fast Pass Class, we will fill you in on Antioch's history, values, and vision.  You will have an opportunity to meet the staff and elders and there will be plenty of opportunities to get plugged into our community.  

I would like more information on the next Fast Pass Class!

P.L.A.C.E.

Ever see someone try to fit a square peg fit in a round hole? This is what volunteering in a church sometimes feels like… completely forced and uncomfortable.

At Antioch, one of our goals is to help you get involved in volunteering where you would naturally fit; the way we do this is through our P.L.A.C.E. class.

P.L.A.C.E. will help you discover your Personality, Likes, Abilities, Calling and Experiences, and then help you choose a place of ministry that suits you. If there is not currently an opportunity for involvement within Antioch that fits your unique ministry calling, we will work with you to create one.

P.L.A.C.E. is two part coffee meeting with a trained P.L.A.C.E. leader; during the first of these informal meetings you will take a spiritual gifting test, personality test and read Strengths Finder. You will also have time to reflect on your unique life experiences. During the second meeting these will be pulled together to help you discover your unique place at Antioch.

To sign up for the next P.L.A.C.E Class fill out the form below.