Building kingdom legacy in Eastern Iowa and around the world.

NEXT is a bold call to take the good news and hope of Jesus Christ to one of the most un-churched cities in America through the acquisition, renovation, and launch of our new Stoney Point Campus.

190,000 people reside within a 10-mile radius of our new Stoney Point campus. As we see plans unfold for new schools and homes, we know we are in the right place to reach the Stoney Point community and beyond. And every number represents a child, a student, a man, or a woman who needs to know that God loves them and wants to have a relationship with them.

God has blessed Antioch with an incredible opportunity to expand and multiply our mission of leading people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. NEXT is an invitation to imagine what God will do, invest in this remarkable opportunity, and make a kingdom impact in Eastern Iowa and around the world.

If you made a commitment to NEXT, it’s time to start fulfilling that commitment. NEXT giving is a One Fund approach, so all gifts to Antioch – both regular giving and NEXT expanding giving – go to one fund. If you have not made a commitment, it’s not too late! Thank you for your generosity, Antioch!

Primary Goal: 100% Engagement

All of us who call Antioch home can take a NEXT step of faith as we express our trust and gratitude through generosity.

Secondary Goal: $12.4M

$12.4M over a two-year time frame (2022-2023) will fund ongoing Antioch ministries, launch the Stoney Point campus, and engage in missional outreach around the world.

Ongoing Antioch Ministries - $7.8M

Will fuel all Antioch ministries - including NextGen, Outreach, and Discipleship, as well as central operations, facilities, staff salaries, and congregational care needs.

Stoney Point Campus - $4.1M

Will renovate Stoney Point YMCA, including a 300-seat worship center, classroom space for children, and improved ball fields, and basketball courts.

Stoney Point Project Outreach Partners - $450,000

Will build kingdom legacy by supporting a Christian education initiative in the slums of Nairobi, Kenya, a disciple-making, church-planting movement in India, a new church plant in Colorado, and His Hands Free Clinic of Cedar Rapids.

One Fund

NEXT is a One Fund approach, not a separate building fund, so every dollar given to Antioch during 2022 and 2023, will be part of the NEXT initiative to fund ongoing ministry, the Stoney Point Campus expansion, and outreach.

A Note From Pastor Greg

I thank you for being such an amazing group of people that has always stepped boldly through the doors God has opened. So many shy away from taking bold steps for God, but Antioch never has and never will.

In every community and city God is looking for faithful churches to be his light shining brightly – sharing the love God has for every single person! God is always looking for churches that he can and will bless with his presence and his power! Churches that trust God and step through the doors God opens are the very churches that God entrusts with more people – to come, meet Jesus, experience his amazing grace, forgiveness, and healing, and grow in faith and fellowship!

God always has a NEXT step for us! There is a NEXT step in faith for us as individuals, a NEXT step from one generation to the NEXT, and God always has a NEXT step for his church! For us as a church, our NEXT step is the Antioch campus at Stoney Point!

NEXT for Antioch is simply taking Jesus at his word when he said: “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” – Matthew 5:14 & 16

For all of us who call Antioch home, we have the opportunity to make Jesus famous all around Marion, Cedar Rapids, Oelwein, Eastern Iowa, and beyond. Antioch, the best is yet to come

Stories

NEXT | Bill Hood

Bill Hood shares why he’s a part of the NEXT Initiative.

NEXT | Tim & Darla Recker

Tim & Darla Recker share why they are a part of the NEXT Initiative.

NEXT | Alison & Tyler Simeons

Alison & Tyler share why they are part of the NEXT Initiative.

NEXT | Cody Michel

Cody Michael shares why he is part of the NEXT Initiative.

NEXT | Stoney Point Reveal

Highlights from the Stoney Point Reveal on October 3rd.

NEXT | Condensed Initiative

Pastor Greg shares an overview of our NEXT Initiative.

NEXT | Kurt & Bobbie Buhr

Kurt & Bobbie share why they are part of the NEXT Initiative.

NEXT | James York

James York shares why he is part of the NEXT Initiative.

NEXT | Dewey & Becky Mitchell

Dewey & Becky share why they are part of the NEXT Initiative.

NEXT | Antioch Students

Antioch Students share why they are part of the NEXT Initiative.

NEXT | Michael & Shirley Hinz

Michael & Shirley share why they are part of the NEXT Initiative.

NEXT | Missions of Hope International

The NEXT Initiative is blessed to support Missions of Hope International!

NEXT | Angelia & Dan Buhr

Angelia and Dan Buhr share why they are part of the NEXT Initiative.

NEXT | Stoney Point Serve Day

Our first Serve Day from the Stoney Point Campus Site!

NEXT | Christine Davis

Christine shares during our weekend service why she is part of the NEXT initiative.

FAQ

How do I determine what to give?

Start by praying and asking God for direction. Your NEXT commitment should be realistic, but it should also stretch your faith and demonstrate passion for the work God is doing at Antioch.

How does my NEXT commitment change my regular giving and any additional giving?

From now through December 2023, every dollar given to Antioch is a contribution to our NEXT Initiative. Our general ministry fund, Stoney Point purchase/renovation, and local and global outreach work will be funded by the NEXT Initiative.

Are there non-monetary ways that I can give to NEXT?

Yes. Be creative as you consider stocks, investments, property, vehicles, or other forms of stored resources which God might be prompting you to give.

How do I give?

One way to give is to drop off your gift via check or cash in the Drop Stations when you attend weekend worship on campus. The easiest way to give is to set up automated giving at lifeisforliving.org/give.

What if I'm new to Antioch?

We believe the local church has the most compelling mission on earth and we would love for you to join us on our mission to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. You can learn more about Antioch by attending Discover Antioch.