Twenty-five years ago, on Sunday, November 1, 1981, the people of the Antioch United Methodist Church took a walk as a part of their worship service. They started at their historic building on Antioch Pike, closing the doors behind them, and up the hill to 41 Tusculum Rd., where a new facility awaited them. They had been working for the better part of a year to clear the land and build a new building after experiencing several floods from Mill Creek at their old location. Since that time, the Antioch United Methodist Church has stood as a beacon of love and concern for the people of Antioch on that hill on Tusculum Rd.
In celebration of twenty-five years in their building, the people of the Antioch United Methodist Church are pleased to announce their 25th Anniversary Homecoming on Sunday, November 12, 2006. The day will begin with a special service of worship featuring Bishop Joseph Pennell preaching, and the Rev. Garry Speich (Nashville District Superintendent) assisting. Special music will be offered by church members and the church choir, and communion will be shared as a part of the celebration.
Following the worship service, there will be a special "Dinner on the Grounds" featuring food from the members of the church.
"There is a lot of love and pride in this place," said the Rev. Jay Voorhees, pastor of the congregation. "Some of our members used to spend the night up here, camping out during construction to provide security for the site. There are lots of great memories associated with this place."
The congregation wants to offer a special invitation to anyone who has ever been a member of, or attended Antioch UMC in any fashion, to come be a part of these festivities.
The church is located at 41 Tusculum Rd. in Antioch. You may call (615) 832-6248 for more information, or visit the church website at www.antiochumc.net.
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