Truth Bearer International Bay Area launches new church in Antioch
Historic ministry rooted in evangelism, transformation and lived-out faith brings its vision to the Bay Area
ANTIOCH, CALIFORNIA — August 2026 — Truth Bearer International Bay Area (TBI Bay Area) is celebrating the launch of its new church ministry in Antioch, California, under the leadership of Pastor Derrick Holloway.
Officially launched in July 2026, Truth Bearer International Bay Area welcomes individuals and families throughout Antioch, East Contra Costa County and the greater Bay Area to worship each Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Zimmerman Chapel, 2200 Country Hills Drive, Antioch.
With the message “A New Chapter. A New Church. A New You!,” TBI Bay Area is creating a place where people from all backgrounds can experience biblical teaching, spiritual growth, authentic worship and Christian community.
Truth Bearer International has a unique history.
The vision for the ministry was divinely inspired and initially entrusted to Bishop Leon Ralph in 1976. The vision was later passed to Chaplain Mardi Ralph Jackson, who carried it until its appointed time.
That vision ultimately connected with several men at San Quentin State Prison who heeded the call and anointing on their lives to preach the Gospel. Sharing Bishop Ralph’s vision for ministry, these men became part of the foundation through which Truth Bearer International was divinely formed.
From those beginnings, the ministry developed around a commitment to holiness, evangelism, multi-ethnicity and an interdenominational approach to Christian ministry.
Today, TBI Bay Area continues that legacy while addressing the real-life challenges facing individuals and families.
Led by Pastor Derrick Holloway, the Antioch ministry emphasizes straightforward, unfiltered biblical teaching and a faith that extends beyond Sunday morning. Messages frequently focus on real-life transformation, faithfulness over perfection, overcoming past struggles, restoration and developing a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ.
TBI’s approach is intentionally authentic — “no fluff,” raw and lived-out faith rather than polished performance.
The church particularly hopes to reach people who may have felt overlooked, judged, disconnected from traditional church environments or who are simply searching for a new beginning.
“Our desire is for people to know that they are welcome,” said Pastor Holloway. “It does not matter where you have been or what your past looks like. God can transform a life. We want to teach the truth of God’s Word, love people, help people grow and give them a place where their faith can become real in their everyday lives.”
TBI Bay Area’s message is reflected in its foundational scripture, John 14:6:
“I am the way, the truth and the life, no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”
As the new congregation grows, Truth Bearer International Bay Area seeks to become an active part of the Antioch and greater Bay Area community, building relationships, serving others, sharing the Gospel and providing opportunities for individuals and families to grow spiritually.
Whether someone has been in church for decades, is returning to church after years away or has never attended church before, the invitation is simple:
All are welcome.
SUNDAY WORSHIP INFORMATION
Truth Bearer International Bay Area
Pastor Derrick Holloway
Every Sunday
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Zimmerman Chapel
2200 Country Hills Drive, Antioch
CONNECT WITH TBI BAY AREA
Phone: 510-750-0346, Email: TBIministrybayarea@gmail.com, Website: https://truthbearerinternational.org/ Facebook: Derrick Holloway TBI Bay Area Instagram: @tbiministrybayarea YouTube: Truth Bearer International Bay Area Church
About Truth Bearer International Bay Area
Truth Bearer International Bay Area is a Christian ministry based in Antioch, California, committed to holiness, evangelism, biblical truth, spiritual transformation and reaching people across cultural and denominational backgrounds. Rooted in a ministry vision first given in 1976, TBI continues a legacy that grew through prison ministry and men called to preach the Gospel. Under the leadership of Pastor Derrick Holloway, TBI Bay Area is dedicated to teaching God’s Word without compromise while creating a welcoming environment where people can worship, grow, heal, serve and experience life transformation through Jesus Christ.
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