Apostolic Church of God Chicago IL

The Apostolic Church of God has been a staple in the Woodlawn Community for 93 years.

It is a church comprised of 5 generations – where the word of God is preached, the people encounter the presence of our Lord and Savior, and all are welcome. A place where we develop a deeper relationship with God, while living out His grace.

Founded on the Word of God, we are worshippers and servants of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We know it is His never-ending love that gently draws us to him to fulfill our purpose.

Under the leadership of Dr. Byron T. Brazier and our 1st Lady, Evangelist Mary Brazier, the Apostolic Church of God is here to be a beacon of light to the world. Apostolic is the home of more than 50 ministries: from Christian Education, and New Members, to the Men's, Women's and Children's ministries, as well as Evangelism of Grace, Liturgical Dance, MIME ministries and so many more. We are here to serve God, by serving his people.

We are glad you have stopped by to get a glimpse of our journey. It is our prayer that as you explore our pages, you will find encouragement and empowerment to reach the promises and possibilities that lie ahead for your life.

 

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The Foundation

In 1931, Elder Walter M. Clemons felt the call from God to start a new church. So he rented space on the third floor within a building at 8 West 57th Street. And on Sunday January 17, 1932, the Apostolic Church of God (ACOG) opened its doors. For the next twenty years, the church, under the leadership of Elder Clemons, continued to grow until it was required to find a larger home. In 1952, Apostolic Church of God relocated to 6344 South Kimbark Avenue. Elder Clemons continued to lead the small yet growing congregation until April 1959, when the Lord called him home.

Shortly following the passing of Elder Clemons, Elder Ahart Medders assumed the pastorate; however, he only led for a short while. The Universal Church of Christ, led by Reverend Arthur M. Brazier, held its services in the same building as Apostolic Church of God. So after the departure of Elder Medders in 1960, Apostolic Church of God assistant pastor Robert McGee Sr. and Deacon Gerald Nuckolls Sr. approached Rev. Brazier and asked him if he would consider becoming its next pastor. Rev. Brazier accepted, bringing along his congregation. The two churches merged, which brought a total active membership to approximately 100 parishioners. Bishop Arthur M. Brazier remained the Pastor of the Apostolic church of God for the next 48 years. Under his leadership the church grew massively, causing new church buildings to be built and additions to the buildings that now sits on 169,000 square foot of land. In 2008

Bishop Brazier handed the baton of leadership to his son, Dr. Byron T. Brazier.

The Building Years

KIMBARK SANCTUARY

1952

As the church's membership grew under Elder Clemon, the church moved to 6344 South Kimbark Avenue.

KENWOOD SANCTUARY

1977

Under the leadership of Bishop Arthur M. Brazier, the congregation of 500 members raised enough money to build a new church edifice at 63rd & Kenwood Avenue. And the growth of the membership grew on a scale beyond imagination.

DORCHESTER SANCTUARY

1992

Due the continued and rapid growth, the Apostolic Church of God expanded again; this time building a 3000-seat sanctuary and adding multiple classrooms, offices, and a television control room facility at 63rd & Dorchester Avenue.

BANQUET HALL

1998

The congregation completed the construction of yet another expansion, adding a 37,000 square-foot wing onto the church, including a state-of-the-art banquet hall and a second floor of meeting rooms for classes and programming activities.

FAMILY CENTER

2007

The Youth and Family Center opened in October 2007, adding much needed space for youth and family-oriented ministry activities. The Family Center includes a gymnasium that features a regulation-sized basketball court, a recreation room that features ping pong and pool tables, a nursery for the toddler ministry, a music room where musicians and the Youth Orchestra practice, a dance studio, and several meeting spaces.

Future Forward

In June 2008, the Pastoral transition was made from Bishop Arthur M. Brazier, who faithfully served as Pastor of the Apostolic Church of God for 48 years, to his son, Dr. Byron T. Brazier, who served alongside his Father as the General Administrator for 13 years. Under Dr. Brazier's Pastoral leadership, there has been an emphasis on the spiritual disciplines necessary to develop the believers walk with Christ. The spiritual focus has been worship, prayer, studying God's word, fasting and giving. Along with the spiritual direction and disciplines that have been established, Dr. Brazier has commissioned seven Assistant Pastors to serve with him in executing the vision that God has given him for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, and the edifying of the body of Christ. Our Pastor has made it clear that the primary purpose of the Kingdom of God is not just to build buildings, but to build People. As we continue to journey into the future, we follow the admonition found in 2 Peter 3:18 (KJV), "But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever. Amen."